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ICOMIA forms new diversity committee
Monday, 11 March 2024The International Council of Marine Industry Associations, ICOMIA, has formed a new ICOMIA Diversity Committee.
New technical centre at Conwy Marina
Monday, 11 March 2024Boat maintenance company boatcare has launched a new technical centre at Conwy Marina. The centre represents a £600,000 investment and can accommodate vessels of up to 14 metres. The firm says this allows it to offer weatherproof services a...
Haven Knox-Johnston on adapting to new markets
Monday, 11 March 2024Why did Haven Knox-Johnston restructure, and how is it adapting to niche markets and new consumers?
Aquila names new dealer in Hong Kong and Singapore
Monday, 11 March 2024Aquila Power Catamarans has appointed Marine Italia as the exclusive dealer for Aquila Power Catamarans in the Hong Kong and Singapore markets.
Shockwave Seats appoints Italian distributor
Monday, 11 March 2024Shockwave Seats, a specialist manufacturer of marine suspension seating systems based in Canada, has partnered with Uflex for distribution in Italy.
Babcock to create 1,000 new jobs in Scotland over four years
Monday, 11 March 2024Babcock International Group (Babcock) is creating over 1,000 new jobs at its large-scale manufacturing and shipbuilding facility in Rosyth, Scotland.
April 2024 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Monday, 11 March 2024Are you thinking about selling your boat?
Volvo Cork Week
Sunday, 10 March 2024Volvo Cork Week entries have been steadily climbing with a huge variety of boats and sailors from Ireland and all over the world expected to be competing at the Royal Cork’s famous regatta.
Saving Lives at Sea returns to the screen
Friday, 08 March 2024As the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) marks 200 years of lifesaving, the charity’s lifeboat crews are set to return to the nation’s television screens on 12 March in a special episode of popular TV show Saving Lives at Sea ...
boatcare launches new technical centre at Conwy Marina
Friday, 08 March 2024boatcare, a national boat maintenance company, founded by boatfolk has announced the launch of a new bespoke technical centre at Conwy Marina. The new technical centre, which represents a £600,000 investment, will officially open on 8 March....
RNLI CELEBRATES WOMEN LIFESAVERS FOR INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
Friday, 08 March 2024This week, the RNLI celebrated 200 years of lifesaving. As part of the anniversary celebrations, the RNLI’s Chair was joined by staff and volunteers to mark International Women’s Day and celebrate our remarkable women lifesavers.
Sailboat market entering ‘transformative phase’ in 2024
Friday, 08 March 2024Favourable economic indicators, evolving consumer preferences and technological advances are contributing to the sailboat market’s steady expansion, or so says Research and Markets. It’s issued its latest report, Sailboat Global Marke...
Zero USV offering autonomous AI fleet for charter
Friday, 08 March 2024An autonomous uncrewed surface vessel fleet will soon be available for long term lease or charter, says Zero USV. This is a a collaboration between software house Marine AI and Plymouth’s MSubs and the venture aims to have its first vessels...
Freedom Boat Club adds new locations in Spain’s Costa Blanca
Friday, 08 March 2024Boat club operator Freedom Boat Club has confirmed two new locations in the Costa Blanca region as it expands across Spain.
Blue’s fighting for the oceans, and for women in STEM
Friday, 08 March 2024In what has historically been a male-dominated industry, women are pushing boundaries and changing the face of science for future generations, says Blue Marine Foundation (Blue) on International Women’s Day. Through this NGO, women in scien...
MEF and WISTA UK offer five cadets sponsorship
Friday, 08 March 2024The Maritime Educational Foundation (MEF) and the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association UK (WISTA UK) are collaborating to promote diversity and inclusion within the maritime industry. They’re offering sponsorship t...
New electric boat show for Valencia, April 2024
Friday, 08 March 2024A new electric boat show is being held in Valencia, Spain, from 11-14 April 2024. The four-day Valencia Electric Boat Show 2024, which will take place at the Valencia Marina, is being organised by the ANBE (National Association of Electric Boats)...
MDL Marinas to host Nacra 15 Class summer championships
Friday, 08 March 2024MDL is supporting the UK Nacra 15 Class Association (part of the British Youth Sailing pathway and the Mixed Youth Multihull) for the Youth Sailing World Championships.
MDL Marinas supports UK Nacra 15 Class Summer Championships
Thursday, 07 March 2024One of Europe’s largest marina groups, MDL is supporting the UK Nacra 15 Class Association, part of the British Youth Sailing pathway and the Mixed Youth Multihull equipment for the Youth Sailing World Championships.
Richard Mille Classic Yacht Regatta Returns to Falmouth
Thursday, 07 March 2024 Falmouth, Cornwall, will again provide the showcase start for one of the world’s most prestigious classic yacht regattas this summer after the historic harbour so impressed luxury Swiss watchmaker Richard Mille with its organisation and unique ...About
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