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Marine electronics specialists, Actisense, has unveiled its latest product, the NGX-1 NMEA gateway, which brings together key technology from two of its previous gateway devices.

Zhik has come up with a new range of waterproof backpacks, dry bags and luggage. The range has been re-engineered with a new submersible Duffel Bag and a Wheelie Bag joining the line. There are also lots of handy features including a built-in tou...

Plymouth-based Mountbatten Boathouse first opened whilst working out of half a workshop in 1998 and now occupies two floors over 3 buildings, offering something more than the ubiquitous chandlery chain.

SuperYacht References, an ‘innovative new platform set to revolutionise the yacht crew recruitment process’, says it’s offering a solution to the challenges of undertaking background checks and verifying crew references.

New research has uncovered an extensive history of trailblazing female voices in the maritime industry, writes Louise Sanger, head of research, interpretation & engagement for Lloyd’s Register Foundation

Bluewater, a leading sustainable water solutions provider, is proud to announce that Ellie Aldridge, their Sports and Sustainability Ambassador, has been selected as the sole representative for Great Britain in the women’s kite class at the ...

If you look through the list of skippers and co-skippers for the Transat Jacques Vabre Normandie Le Havre 2023, you will discover that the biggest representation of any nation in the race, apart from France, is from Britain.

Production has begun of Candela’s revolutionary C-8 ‘powered by Polestar’ electric daycruiser, ushering in a new era where electric boats can cover hundreds of miles in a day, with DC charging.

Freedom Boat Club has announced the planned opening of its new location in Southport, its second location along Australia’s Gold Coast.

In a dramatic turn of events overnight, the Finnish yacht Spirit of Helsinki skippered by Jussi Paavoseppä grabbed the number one spot for the first time from the legendary Pen Duick VI. With just 450nm to Cape Town, the OGR finish is too clo...

World Sailing has announced the nominees in this year’s Rolex World Sailor of the Year, 11th Hour Racing Sustainability and Team of the Year awards. 

Planning has commenced for the 2024 ACE Winches Scottish Traditional Boat Festival, which takes place on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 June.

Williams Jet Tenders has been selected by Innovate UK Edge to receive a grant of £13,000 to fund part of its ongoing sustainability programme that’s been put in place to test alternative, more sustainable composite materials for use i...

Lagoon Catamarans says it’s made a major leap forward in catamaran sailing technology. In fact, it promises to redefine the sailing experience with its first-ever production catamaran furling boom system.

Marine electronics equipment manufacturer Raymarine has extended its LightHouse Charts to encompass the coastal and inshore waters of Belgium and the Netherlands.

Powerboat P1, which organises international powerboat racing competitions, says the reach of its worldwide broadcast deals this season has climbed to more than 200 million homes, with coverage in more than 150 countries across five continents. ...

A consultation on banning wet wipes containing plastic has been launched under plans to tackle plastic pollution and clean up the UK’s waterways.

Following its launch in Scotland 18 months ago, Marine Fire Safety (Scotland), has relocated into a new MCA approved service station.

Klissarov Design, an independent vehicle design studio based in the French Riviera, has revealed designs for Acro. The company says this is a first of its kind electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) concept vehicle for yachts.

Between 25 September and 8 October, the French marine heritage agency, Drassm – in partnership with Historic England – surveyed 30 wrecks sunk during Operation Dynamo. The survey shows the position, characteristics and condition of eac...