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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.

Floatist reports significant growth over six months
Floatist reports significant growth over six months
Monday, 30 October 2023

Floatist, a tech-based fleet management company, has recorded growth of 400 per cent in the past six months and says it is poised for further expansion before the year’s end.

RS Sailing announces flagship US regatta
RS Sailing announces flagship US regatta
Monday, 30 October 2023

RS Sailing has revealed details of RS Fest Miami, the first major multi-class RS Sailing event in North America.

New US managing director for CMC Marine
New US managing director for CMC Marine
Monday, 30 October 2023

Stabiliser, thruster, steering and intruder system developer CMC Marine has appointed Raffaele Invrea as managing director for the company’s American office.

Cockwells launches boatbuilder apprenticeship scheme
Cockwells launches boatbuilder apprenticeship scheme
Monday, 30 October 2023

Cockwells Modern & Classic Boatbuilding has partnered with Cornwall Marine Network (CMN) to train the next generation of boatbuilders through a new City & Guilds Level 3 Boatbuilder Apprenticeship scheme. ...

Fincantieri to build two hybrid vessels for offshore windfarm support
Fincantieri to build two hybrid vessels for offshore windfarm support
Monday, 30 October 2023

Vard, part of the Fincantieri Group, and the Windward Offshore consortium have signed a contract for the design and construction of two hybrid commissioning service operation vessels (CSOV). They have also agreed on an option for two additional s...

MDL Marinas’ 50 years of success is underpinned by continuous investment
MDL Marinas’ 50 years of success is underpinned by continuous investment
Friday, 27 October 2023

Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, MDL Marinas, one of Europe’s largest marina groups, is proud to continue to invest significantly across its marinas and products.  

Daniamant’s Dan W3 POLAR Lifejacket Light nomination for the DAME Award 2023
Daniamant’s Dan W3 POLAR Lifejacket Light nomination for the DAME Award 2023
Friday, 27 October 2023

Daniamant’s new Dan W3 POLAR Lifejacket Light has been nominated for the prestigious DAME Design Awards 2023, in the ‘personal equipment’ category at this year’s METSTRADE.

Shakespeare® Marine unveils its new antenna innovations at METSTRADE
Shakespeare® Marine unveils its new antenna innovations at METSTRADE
Friday, 27 October 2023

Shakespeare® Marine will be showcasing its suite of new products at METSTRADE 2023.

Quick Group acquires Italian marine electronics firm
Quick Group acquires Italian marine electronics firm
Friday, 27 October 2023

Italian marine equipment manufacturer Quick Group has agreed to acquire 100 per cent of Italian marine electronics firm Xenta Systems.

In Focus: High-frequency robot cleaning is game changer, says Hullbot
In Focus: High-frequency robot cleaning is game changer, says Hullbot
Friday, 27 October 2023

With sustainability a growing focus for many operators, Hullbot (a Sydney-based robot start-up) says many customers are now ready to adopt innovative practices that are positive for the industry and their bottom line. Which is great for the compa...

Manitou Pontoon boats makes Australian debut
Manitou Pontoon boats makes Australian debut
Friday, 27 October 2023

Manitou Pontoon boats has made its Australian debut at the Melbourne Boat Show (26-29 October 2023).

In Focus: Raymarine’s seizing automated opportunities
In Focus: Raymarine’s seizing automated opportunities
Friday, 27 October 2023

“More automation onboard will take away the risk of boating,” says Andy King, Raymarine’s VP of sales. It’s a future that the sensor company is looking forward to – being as it’s positioned itself to provide wh...

Shakespeare Marine partners with GMA for European sales
Shakespeare Marine partners with GMA for European sales
Friday, 27 October 2023

Marine antenna design specialist, Shakespeare Marine has announced a partnership with Global Marine Associates Ltd (GMA) for the sales of its products across Europe.

MDL Marinas says 50 years of success is ‘underpinned by continuous investment’
MDL Marinas says 50 years of success is ‘underpinned by continuous investment’
Friday, 27 October 2023

Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, MDL Marinas says it is proud to continue to invest significantly across its marinas and products.  

VIDEO: Six Down, Eight to Go in OGR
VIDEO: Six Down, Eight to Go in OGR
Thursday, 26 October 2023

After 45 days of sailing, the former Whitbread winner L’Esprit d’équipe skippered by Lionel Regnier, has claimed 5th in line honours in Leg One of the McIntyre Ocean Globe. Light winds, which have dogged the crew throughout the ...

Mum’s Bucket and Hot Rum Random Pairs Team Racing
Mum’s Bucket and Hot Rum Random Pairs Team Racing
Thursday, 26 October 2023

The Royal Thames Yacht Club’s winter team racing programme got underway over 21 – 22 October with two, one day, random pairs team racing events in the shiny new Sonars.

Award-winning photographer scoops “Best Job in the World”
Award-winning photographer scoops “Best Job in the World”
Thursday, 26 October 2023

Renowned yachting photographer, Rick Tomlinson, will be the first ever On-Board Reporter for the prestigious Oyster World Rally, having spotted an advert on social media for the ‘best job in the world’.

Sustainable marina upgrade and expansion focus for ICMS at METSTRADE
Sustainable marina upgrade and expansion focus for ICMS at METSTRADE
Thursday, 26 October 2023

At this year’s METSTRADE (15-17 November 2023), Inland and Coastal Marina Systems (ICMS) will be shining a spotlight on its product ranges that focus on upgrading and expanding marina facilities in a sustainable manner as the demand for safe...

RS Sailing Enters into Preferred Vendor Partner Agreement with Crystal Lagoons
RS Sailing Enters into Preferred Vendor Partner Agreement with Crystal Lagoons
Thursday, 26 October 2023

RS Sailing has announced the entrance into a preferred vendor partner agreement with Crystal Lagoons.

ePropulsion unveils X40 electric outboard motor
ePropulsion unveils X40 electric outboard motor
Thursday, 26 October 2023

ePropulsion has unveiled its X40 electric outboard motor at Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, which is running 25-29 October 2023

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