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Record-breaking METSTRADE: Industry talks 2025 sales and new plans for bigger show
Monday, 25 November 2024METSTRADE 2024 closed last week after recording its highest ever attendance of leading marine professionals from across the globe. The 36th edition of the show welcomed nearly 1,600 exhibitors across 12 halls at RAI Amsterdam and recorded 31,824 ...
First electric hydrofoiling ferry in the US to launch on Lake Tahoe
Monday, 25 November 2024The first electric hydrofoiling ferry in the US is set to begin operations on Lake Tahoe, offering a new transportation option for skiers and other visitors. The Candela P-12, developed by Swedish technology company Candela, will be introduced in...
ePropulsion showcases new 96V systems and batteries at METSTRADE
Monday, 25 November 2024ePropulsion Americas has unveiled new 96V marine propulsion products aimed at boatbuilders, expanding its electric drive offerings for the 2025 model year.
Freedom Boat Club sets sights on New Zealand for 2025
Monday, 25 November 2024The world’s largest boat club operator and part of the Brunswick brand, Freedom Boat Club, is expanding into New Zealand. Continuing its plans for expansion in the Asia-Pacific region, the strategic move will establish three key locations, ...
The Italian Sea Group names CCO
Monday, 25 November 2024The Italian Sea Group (TISG), a global luxury yachting company, has announced that Gianmaria Costantino — the son of the company founder Giovanni Costantino — will oversee its worldwide commercial activities as chief commercial office...
Sunreef Yachts opens sustainable boating hub in China
Monday, 25 November 2024Polish multihull builder Sunreef Yachts has established its first Eco Club at the Citychamp Dartong Yacht Club in Fuzhou, China, expanding its presence across Asia Pacific.
Icom UK strengthens marketing and sales team
Monday, 25 November 2024Icom UK has appointed Nikki Sanderson as its new marketing and sales assistant. In her role, Nikki will collaborate closely with marketing manager Ian Lockyer to drive the company’s marketing and sales efforts.
Emirates GBR runners-up in Dubai on Driver Dylan Fletcher’s debut event
Sunday, 24 November 2024In his first event as Driver of the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team, Dylan Fletcher has steered the team to a second place finish.
Catching a Ride
Saturday, 23 November 2024The top solo racers on the Vendée Globe should reach an important transition tomorrow, Sunday, when they catch a low pressure system which will carry them at speed directly towards the tip of South Africa and the Southern Ocean beyond. The ...
Dylan Fletcher drives Emirates GBR to third place on Race Day 1 in Dubai
Saturday, 23 November 2024Dylan Fletcher has driven the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team to third place on Race Day 1 in Dubai.
Familiar rivals Australia and New Zealand top the Rolex SailGP leaderboard after day one in Dubai
Saturday, 23 November 2024SailGP’s largest-ever fleet (11 national teams) descended upon Dubai’s Port Mina Rashid for the official start of the 2025 Season of the Rolex SailGP Championship.
Most out of the Doldrums
Friday, 22 November 2024Of the 39 boats still racing in the Vendée Globe most are now out of the Doldrums and almost half are now across the Equator in the Southern Hemisphere.
Dylan Fletcher race ready for his return to SailGP in Dubai
Friday, 22 November 2024Dylan Fletcher is race ready for his return to SailGP, after taking on the Driver role for Ben Ainslie’s Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix Team. Fletcher, who previously drove for the British team in the League’s first ever season...
Donald Campbell’s Bluebird K7 hydroplane to be piloted by son of World Water Speed Record holder
Friday, 22 November 2024The Ruskin Museum has announced the pilots for the return of Donald Campbell’s Bluebird K7 to Coniston Water in 2026.
Black Friday offers from Sunsail and The Moorings
Friday, 22 November 2024Now’s the time to explore more for less with Sunsail and The Moorings.
Breakthrough Launch of the Year
Friday, 22 November 2024Sunseeker International has won the “Breakthrough Launch of the Year” award at the 10th anniversary edition of the Boat Builder Awards.
SailGP and Rolex announce Title Partnership
Friday, 22 November 2024SailGP has announced a new era in its long-term partnership with Rolex – welcoming the Swiss watchmaker onboard as the first Title Partner for the global racing championship.
Hovertravel Launches Charity Christmas Card to Support Wessex Cancer Support
Friday, 22 November 2024 Hovertravel has unveiled its 2024 charity Christmas card, with £1 from every sale going to Wessex Cancer Support, a charity offering emotional and practical support to individuals affected by cancer across Hampshire, Dorset, the Isle of Wight a...Dalin leads descent to the magic carpet depression
Friday, 22 November 2024Thomas Ruyant (VULNERABLE) led the 2024 Vendée Globe fleet into the Southern Hemisphere yesterday evening at 19:10:15hrs UTC, so taking an elapsed time of 11d 07h 08m 15s since starting the solo non stop race round the world on Sunday 11th ...
Ready for the Future: World Sailing publishes new strategy to prepare sailing for opportunities ahead
Friday, 22 November 2024World Sailing has officially launched its new strategy, Ready for the Future, which will guide the sport from 2025 to 2029.
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