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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.

Young cancer survivors benefit from RS Association’s support of Dame Ellen MacArthur’s charity
Young cancer survivors benefit from RS Association’s support of Dame Ellen MacArthur’s charity
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

Young cancer survivors supported by the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust have benefited from the RS Association’s dedicated fundraising support throughout the year, raising over £2,700 across numerous events in 2023.

Mermaid Atlantic Team make final preparations ahead of ‘The World’s Toughest Row’
Mermaid Atlantic Team make final preparations ahead of ‘The World’s Toughest Row’
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

This week, the Mermaid Atlantic Team leave the Isle of Wight for La Gomera in the Canary Islands ahead of their gruelling row across the Atlantic.

MDL’s Ocean Village Marina named ‘Marina of the Year’ at British Yachting Awards 2023
MDL’s Ocean Village Marina named ‘Marina of the Year’ at British Yachting Awards 2023
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

Confirming its status as a 5* marina, MDL Marinas’ Ocean Village Marina has won the ‘Marina of the Year’ accolade at the British Yachting Awards 2023.

New watersports pontoon from Inland and Coastal Marina Systems supports regeneration in Swansea
New watersports pontoon from Inland and Coastal Marina Systems supports regeneration in Swansea
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

Working closely with multiple stakeholders, Inland and Coastal Marinas Systems (ICMS) has manufactured and installed a multipurpose water access system on the banks of the River Tawe in Swansea, South Wales.

The Sea Chest
The Sea Chest
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

Leisure boating is a welcoming, fun community to be a part of, but did you know you can also join renowned sailor and author Tom Cunliffe’s online seagoing community, The Sea Chest?

Hot Topic: Keeping your boat looking good this winter
Hot Topic: Keeping your boat looking good this winter
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

AkzoNobel’s technical manager, Richard Jennings, shares maintenance tips boat owners can follow to help their boat look amazing for the next season.  

Liverpool Marina
Liverpool Marina
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

This month we are in the north-west visiting Liverpool Marina which, although just 10 minutes from the bustling city centre, is far enough away to enjoy peace and tranquillity.

New pontoon supports regeneration in Swansea, UK
New pontoon supports regeneration in Swansea, UK
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

Working closely with multiple stakeholders, Inland and Coastal Marinas Systems (ICMS) has manufactured and installed a multipurpose water access system on the banks of the River Tawe in Swansea, South Wales.

The Ocean Race to help collect rare data in remote areas of Antarctica
The Ocean Race to help collect rare data in remote areas of Antarctica
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

The Ocean Race is driving an Antarctic science mission in which vital data about the ocean’s health will be gathered at the southern fringes of the planet, where information is extremely sparse.

Solent Partners launches to boost region’s growth
Solent Partners launches to boost region’s growth
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

A new industry-led partnership has launched to collaboratively promote the businesses in the UK’s Solent region – a globally significant maritime hub.

Boy who raised mayday alarm saves grandfather from Cornish sea
Boy who raised mayday alarm saves grandfather from Cornish sea
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

A 13-year-old boy has been hailed by Fowey RNLI in the UK, after his quick-thinking actions helped save his grandfather’s life.

UK marina group partners with yacht club for racing series
UK marina group partners with yacht club for racing series
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

UK marina group, MDL Marinas has announced it has become the boat and title race sponsor of the Royal Southampton Yacht Club’s (RSYC) Southampton Water and Double-Handed race series.

World’s largest sportfish yacht nears completion
World’s largest sportfish yacht nears completion
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

Dutch shipyard Royal Huisman says its Project 406 superyacht is ready to leave its newbuild facilities in Vollenhove, ready for installation of the upper deck, sun awning hardtop and radar mast.

Yatco partners with Yacht Brokers Association in Turkey
Yatco partners with Yacht Brokers Association in Turkey
Tuesday, 28 November 2023

Yatco, the online multiple listing service for buying, selling and chartering yachts, has partnered with the Yacht Brokers Association (YBA) in Turkey.

13-year-old who raised mayday alarm to save his grandad commended by Fowey RNLI
13-year-old who raised mayday alarm to save his grandad commended by Fowey RNLI
Monday, 27 November 2023

Henry and his grandfather David Richards returned to Fowey lifeboat station on Saturday to meet the crew who helped save David after he fell overboard from a sailing boat.

MDL Marinas partners with Royal Southampton Yacht Club for racing series
MDL Marinas partners with Royal Southampton Yacht Club for racing series
Monday, 27 November 2023

Supporting the local sailing community, MDL Marinas has announced it has become the boat and title race sponsor of the Royal Southampton Yacht Club’s (RSYC) Southampton Water and Double-Handed race series.

Solent Partners set to boost region’s collective growth and sustainability
Solent Partners set to boost region’s collective growth and sustainability
Monday, 27 November 2023

Solent Partners was introduced today to firmly establish a nationally recognised, industry-led partnership to promote the collective prosperity and sustainability of the Solent economy.  

Call for startups to join pitching competition at boot Düsseldorf 2024
Call for startups to join pitching competition at boot Düsseldorf 2024
Monday, 27 November 2023

A call has gone out for startups to join a pitching competition at boot Düsseldorf 2024 (20-28 January), with the chance to win a free stand at boot Düsseldorf 2025.

X Shore appoints René Hansen as CEO
X Shore appoints René Hansen as CEO
Monday, 27 November 2023

Swedish electric boatbuilder X Shore has appointed René Hansen as its chief executive officer.

World’s biggest iceberg is on the move after 30 years
World’s biggest iceberg is on the move after 30 years
Monday, 27 November 2023

After being stuck to the ocean floor, the world’s biggest iceberg — A23a — is on the move. It split from the Antarctic coastline in 1986 and grounded in the Weddell Sea where it’s remained until recently.

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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.

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