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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.

Translated 9 Take OGR Trio of Titles
Translated 9 Take OGR Trio of Titles
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

A perfect finish to the perfect Southern Ocean sailing adventure – and in true Auckland style the triumphant Translated 9 IT (09) were greeted with four seasons in one day.

Brand new superyacht crashes through door of Lürssen dry dock
Brand new superyacht crashes through door of Lürssen dry dock
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

A 140-metre-plus Lürssen superyacht currently under construction has reportedly crashed through the doors of the dry docks at the German boatbuilder’s facility in Bremen.

In Focus: RAD says charging networks cure for range anxiety
In Focus: RAD says charging networks cure for range anxiety
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

Rich Daltry, RAD co-founder, doesn’t shy away from environmental challenges facing the maritime sector. He says: “The marine industry is a major emitter of CO2, and an average boat engine produces ten times the CO2 of a car per km.&rdq...

Ferretti Group opens new operational headquarters
Ferretti Group opens new operational headquarters
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

Italy’s Ferretti Group has inaugurated its new operational headquarters within the Ferretti Group Superyacht Yard in Ancona.

In Focus: Caudwell Marine looks at inboard to outboard conversions for new diesel outboard
In Focus: Caudwell Marine looks at inboard to outboard conversions for new diesel outboard
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

Given the drive towards a greener maritime future, Caudwell Marine’s marketing for its new diesel engine is going hard on its sustainability factors.

RX France wins 7-year lawsuit to operate Cannes Yachting Festival
RX France wins 7-year lawsuit to operate Cannes Yachting Festival
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

The Court of Cassation, the French supreme court, has confirmed RX France’s right to operate the Cannes Yachting Festival up to 2041. The decision follows years of legal wrangling over management rights between the French leisure boating ind...

Typhoon International returns as 29er Class sponsor for 2024
Typhoon International returns as 29er Class sponsor for 2024
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

Typhoon International has announced that it will be returning as sponsor of the 29er UK Class Association for 2024. 

Scanstrut appoints product director
Scanstrut appoints product director
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

Marine and outdoor technology firm Scanstrut has appointed Chris Wachowski as director of its product team.

Galvani Boats launches the ‘Ventisei’
Galvani Boats launches the ‘Ventisei’
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

Dutch company Galvani Boats, is launching the all-electric Galvani Ventisei at BOOT Düsseldorf (Hall 4B01). With its 26 feet in length (8 meters), the Ventisei is a spacious “day cruiser” that comes in two versions.

Pip Hare is 11th on Retour a La Base
Pip Hare is 11th on Retour a La Base
Monday, 11 December 2023

Britain’s Pip Hare (Medallia) completes the Retour à La Base in 11th place.

Electrika 2024
Electrika 2024
Monday, 11 December 2023

Electrika 2024 is a brand new and unique experience for anyone interested in electric narrowboating.

Generations of RNLI lifesavers on call this Christmas
Generations of RNLI lifesavers on call this Christmas
Monday, 11 December 2023

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution is launching its annual Christmas fundraising appeal, with a focus on the generations of families who have volunteered their time and commitment 24/7, 365 days a year, to ensure the charity’s lifesavin...

Local marine partnership receives funding to deliver innovative conservation projects in Studland Bay
Local marine partnership receives funding to deliver innovative conservation projects in Studland Bay
Monday, 11 December 2023

The Studland Bay Marine Partnership has been awarded £186,000 from the Marine Management Organisation’s Fisheries and Seafood Scheme to support the conservation of Studland Bay’s precious marine ecosystems. Studland Bay is home t...

Sanlorenzo acquires majority stake in Simpson Marine Group
Sanlorenzo acquires majority stake in Simpson Marine Group
Monday, 11 December 2023

Italian luxury yacht builder Sanlorenzo has signed an agreement with Mike Simpson to acquire his equity in Simpson Marine, one of the leading yacht sales and service companies in the Asia-Pacific.

Boating sector calls for urgent resolution of EU-US tariff dispute
Boating sector calls for urgent resolution of EU-US tariff dispute
Monday, 11 December 2023

With the reimposition of tariffs in the transatlantic steel and aluminium dispute set to kick in on 1 January 2024, 87 trade associations representing various sectors have cosigned a statement urging US and EU leaders to reach an agreement to perm...

In Focus: Nanni calls for realism about environmental challenges
In Focus: Nanni calls for realism about environmental challenges
Monday, 11 December 2023

According to Michele Insom, marketing director for marine engine manufacturer Nanni Industries, it’s time for the industry to start being realistic about green expectations.

World Boating Day initiative unveiled
World Boating Day initiative unveiled
Monday, 11 December 2023

The Superyacht Life Foundation has unveiled further details of its new initiative, World Boating Day, following its launch during the Monaco Yacht Show.

boot Düsseldorf announces Breakfast Meeting 2024
boot Düsseldorf announces Breakfast Meeting 2024
Monday, 11 December 2023

The European Boating Industry (EBI) and boot Düsseldorf have confirmed details of the upcoming Breakfast Meeting 2024, taking place on Tuesday 23 January during boot Düsseldorf 2024 (20-28 January).

In Focus: Legislation needs to catch up with opinion, says America’s Cup designer
In Focus: Legislation needs to catch up with opinion, says America’s Cup designer
Monday, 11 December 2023

“I would like to see stronger and more immediate legislation to make using renewable fuels the most economic choice,” says Dan Bernasconi, chief technical officer of Emirates Team New Zealand (and by default, also CTO of Design Works)....

Sunstream acquires Sarasota Boating World
Sunstream acquires Sarasota Boating World
Monday, 11 December 2023

Sunstream Boat Lifts, a leading manufacturer of hydraulic boat lifts and the SwiftShield Automatic Boat Cover System, has acquired Sarasota Boating World in Florida, USA.

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