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Norwegian electric propulsion specialist SeaDrive has partnered with marine technological equipment supplier Saim, through a private placement of shares.

Tall Ships Youth Trust (TSYT) has announced its exciting new winter-sun voyage programme with sunny sailing adventures available to book between now and January.

In 2024, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) will have been saving lives at sea for 200 years and, to mark the milestone, the charity is inviting sailing clubs to celebrate with them.

A new fund from the RYA Foundation is supporting young people to achieve their potential in sailing.

Imagine travelling by electric boat from London to Amsterdam and back within 24 hours? During a recent endurance challenge, the electric, hydrofoiling Candela C-8 covered a distance equivalent to that journey, setting a new world record for the lo...

Nominations for individuals for the Rolex World Sailor of the Year, for teams in the Team of the Year, and the most innovative design in Boat of the Year are now open for the 2023 World Sailing Awards. 

At the Southampton International Boat Show winners of The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA) Marina Awards 2023, sponsored by Haven Knox-Johnston, were revealed on the Foredeck Stage.

Winners of The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA) Marina Awards 2023, sponsored by Haven Knox-Johnston, have been revealed on the Foredeck Stage at the 2023 Southampton International Boat Show, which runs until 24 September.

Garmin has completed the acquisition of JL Audio, a privately-held US company that designs and manufactures audio solutions, including speakers, amplifiers, subwoofers and other audio components for marine, aftermarket automotive, powersports, ho...

Organisers of the 52nd edition of the Newport International Boat Show in Rhode Island, which ran from 14-17 September 2023, have confirmed that this year’s edition saw a downturn in gate attendance compared to 2022.

Yacht coating solutions specialist Hempel is expanding its presence and distribution capabilities throughout the U.S. and Canada, following a new distribution agreement with SeaWide Marine Distribution.

The tiny Pacific Islands nation Niue has unveiled an unusual plan to mitigate the impacts of climate change: it is asking sponsors to purchase small areas of its ocean territory to fund conservation efforts.

Global marina chain D-Marin is installing a €1.7m solar panel network across its facilities, starting with five marinas in Turkey and Croatia.

Monaco-based superyacht management firm Hill Robinson Group has moved its offices on the Spanish island of Mallorca to a new location in Palma.

The Yachting Journalists’ Association has announced the start of the public nomination process for their awards: the Yachtsman of the Year, Young Sailor of the Year and the Young Journalist of the year.
 
These prestigious awards...

Tuesday 19 September at the Southampton International Boat Show the focus was on apprenticeships and marine careers. To get the day underway, 69 apprentices from five leading companies in the marine industry came together for a recognition ceremon...

Finalists for the Maritime UK (MUK) Solent Awards 2023 celebrated at a special reception held at the Southampton International Boat Show. 

Following a successful stopover and hosting of The Ocean Race Summit in January 2023, Cabo Verde and The Ocean Race will focus on protecting and promoting ocean health through sport and science.

On Wednesday 20 September Radio X’s ‘The Chris Moyles Show’ were live from his big green luxury ‘Prize Dump’ tour bus parked outside the charity’s lifeboat station.

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