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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.

Saxdor Yachts takes sales in-house after relocating HQ
Saxdor Yachts takes sales in-house after relocating HQ
Wednesday, 20 December 2023

Finnish boat manufacturer Saxdor Yachts has taken its domestic sales operations in-house, offering boats directly to customers in Finland only.

Vetus breaks ground on new headquarters
Vetus breaks ground on new headquarters
Wednesday, 20 December 2023

Vetus has placed the first post of its new 9,500 sqm warehouse facility and headquarters in the Dutch city of Schiedam, where the company’s founder Willem den Ouden started the business from his home nearly 60 years ago.

Shark Seating bites into the European market
Shark Seating bites into the European market
Wednesday, 20 December 2023

New Zealand-based suspension seating firm Shark Seating is expanding throughout Europe.

Boston Whaler unveils the new 210 Vantage
Boston Whaler unveils the new 210 Vantage
Wednesday, 20 December 2023

Boston Whaler has introduced the newest model in the Vantage lineup – the 210 Vantage. The new keel-up dual console model is said to be designed with premium features core to Boston Whaler, a Brunswick Corporation brand, and intuitive techno...

Non-professional sailors set sail for Christmas at sea on 2,500nm race
Non-professional sailors set sail for Christmas at sea on 2,500nm race
Tuesday, 19 December 2023

Non-professional sailors set sail for Christmas at sea as they race 2,500nm from Western Australia to New South Wales.

Youth Sailing World Championships 2023 racing round up
Youth Sailing World Championships 2023 racing round up
Tuesday, 19 December 2023

We caught up with the GBR sailors and riders to hear about their experiences from the exhilarating 52nd edition of the 2023 Youth Sailing World Championships in Armação dos Buzios, Brazil.

Mystery of orca behaviour continues as Cruising Association pleads for data
Mystery of orca behaviour continues as Cruising Association pleads for data
Tuesday, 19 December 2023

It’s been a year of numbers. Orca have sunk two boats, memberships to orca Facebook groups have rocketed past 50k, and the Cruising Association has seen a massive drop off in incidents being reported to its database (launched in June 2022) ....

Arcona CEO steps down as group restructures management team
Arcona CEO steps down as group restructures management team
Tuesday, 19 December 2023

Orust Quality Yacht Group (OQY Group), which comprises Swedish brands Arcona Yachts, Najad Yachts of Sweden and the service yard, Orust Yacht Service, confirms Arcona CEO Urban Lagnéus has stepped down.

Video: 49m Benetti superyacht runs aground in Spanish marina
Video: 49m Benetti superyacht runs aground in Spanish marina
Tuesday, 19 December 2023

The 49m Benetti superyacht Tumberry C has run aground near Carabuxeira beach, Sanxenxo, in northwest Spain.

Sertec obtains RINA approval for lightning-prevention devices
Sertec obtains RINA approval for lightning-prevention devices
Tuesday, 19 December 2023

Sertec Marine’s range of CMCE lightning-prevention devices have been fully approved by approval body RINA, with Type approval Certificate ELE281223XG.

US politicians ask NOAA to suspend ‘flawed’ whale speed rule
US politicians ask NOAA to suspend ‘flawed’ whale speed rule
Tuesday, 19 December 2023

Four US representatives have signed a letter requesting the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to suspend further action on changes to the proposed North Atlantic right whale vessel speed rule.

Ocean Safety highlights importance of onboard safety equipment at boot Düsseldorf 2024
Ocean Safety highlights importance of onboard safety equipment at boot Düsseldorf 2024
Tuesday, 19 December 2023

Ocean Safety will highlight the importance of marine safety and the provision of onboard safety equipment with an extensive selection of its innovative lifesaving products at boot Düsseldorf, 20-28 January 2024.

Nilaya: 47m Royal Huisman sailing superyacht completes first transatlantic crossing
Nilaya: 47m Royal Huisman sailing superyacht completes first transatlantic crossing
Tuesday, 19 December 2023

The 47m Royal Huisman sailing superyacht Nilaya has sailed to Antigua after a ten-day Atlantic crossing — the ship’s first transatlantic voyage — to the satisfaction of pro-race team head Bouwe Bekking and full-time skipper Romke...

New UK Maritime Minister speaks first to the industry at Sailors’ Society Carol Service
New UK Maritime Minister speaks first to the industry at Sailors’ Society Carol Service
Monday, 18 December 2023

In his first public address to the maritime industry, the new Maritime Minister, Lord Davies of Gower, told those gathered for Sailors‘ Society’s annual Carol Service that this Christmas we need to “spare a thought for our seafar...

Global music icon Marc Anthony joins E1’s star-studded ownership roster
Global music icon Marc Anthony joins E1’s star-studded ownership roster
Monday, 18 December 2023

The international superstar will launch E1 Team Miami and bring the UIM E1 World Championship to Miami in Season 2 as part of an exciting new venture.

UK increases subsidies for greener fuel on leisure vessels
UK increases subsidies for greener fuel on leisure vessels
Monday, 18 December 2023

Leisure boaters in the UK can now take greater advantage of a government-managed subsidy on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), after the Department for Transport (DfT) agreed that the benefit can apply to fuel used for onboard domestic purposes, as...

SailGP confirms return to Christchurch for Season 4 NZ event
SailGP confirms return to Christchurch for Season 4 NZ event
Monday, 18 December 2023

SailGP has confirmed the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix will return to Christchurch in New Zealand for its Season 4 iteration – keeping the same dates March 23-24, 2024.

Dometic launches Optimus 3000 Series
Dometic launches Optimus 3000 Series
Monday, 18 December 2023

Dometic has expanded its inboard electric steering solution with the new Dometic Optimus 3000 Electric Steering System.

Three ‘boundary-breaking’ Bluegame models at boot Düsseldorf 2024
Three ‘boundary-breaking’ Bluegame models at boot Düsseldorf 2024
Monday, 18 December 2023

Italian yacht brand Bluegame will be showcasing three models at the boot Düsseldorf boat show, which takes place between 20–28 January 2024.

Four more finishers – Leg two
Four more finishers – Leg two
Monday, 18 December 2023

Neptune FR (56) has taken 7th place in line honours and a provisional 9th in IRC ranking after crossing the line in a spectacular sunset finish to their Southern Ocean leg. The distinctive 60ft sloop returned to Auckland waters once again having r...

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