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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.

It’s all happening in the Watersports Zone at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show
It’s all happening in the Watersports Zone at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show
Monday, 31 July 2023

Getting into watersports is fun and accessible, and this year, the Southampton International Boat Show has a dedicated festival-style Watersports Zone; the perfect place to be inspired, have a go, and gear up to the latest high-adrenaline trends, ...

Sea-Alliance Group opens new premises in Greece
Sea-Alliance Group opens new premises in Greece
Monday, 31 July 2023

As part of its expansion into Greece, Sea-Alliance Group (SAG) has opened a new office premises in the Athenian Riviera with an additional summer base in Porto Heli.

Yamaha and Ribeye celebrate 25 years in partnership
Yamaha and Ribeye celebrate 25 years in partnership
Monday, 31 July 2023

Working together for a quarter of a century, Yamaha Motor UK and Dartmouth based rigid inflatable boat builder Ribeye are celebrating 25 years in partnership.

Sailing coaches save stranded locals amidst wildfire emergency in Greece
Sailing coaches save stranded locals amidst wildfire emergency in Greece
Monday, 31 July 2023

The rescue of over 130 people from wildfires by coaches at a youth sailing world championships has been hailed as “a truly outstanding example of the best qualities of our sport” by World Sailing Chief Executive Officer David Graham....

Burned-out car carrier under tow as fire subsides
Burned-out car carrier under tow as fire subsides
Monday, 31 July 2023

The car carrier Fremantle Highway, which caught fire off the Dutch coast last week while carrying 3,000 vehicles, is now under tow after the fire began to subside this weekend.

RNLI pleads with SUP and other paddlers to ‘think carefully’ before setting off
RNLI pleads with SUP and other paddlers to ‘think carefully’ before setting off
Monday, 31 July 2023

A step change in the number of paddleboarders needing to be rescued around the UK has prompted a new safety campaign to encourage people to think about the weather and tides before setting off.

Vision Marine partners with ocean cleanup firm
Vision Marine partners with ocean cleanup firm
Monday, 31 July 2023

Canada-headquartered electric boatbuilder Vision Marine Technologies has partnered with 4Ocean, a marine cleanup company focused on removing plastic and rubbish from the ocean and coastlines.

2023-24 Clipper Race announces additional stopover
2023-24 Clipper Race announces additional stopover
Monday, 31 July 2023

Organisers of the 2023-4 Clipper Race have confirmed the Bay of Cádiz as another stopover on its global route.

Yamaha and Ribeye celebrate 25 years in partnership
Yamaha and Ribeye celebrate 25 years in partnership
Monday, 31 July 2023

Yamaha Motor UK and Dartmouth-based rigid inflatable boat builder Ribeye are celebrating 25 years in partnership this year.

APEM Group acquires maritime risk consultancy
APEM Group acquires maritime risk consultancy
Monday, 31 July 2023

Global environment consultancy APEM Group has announced the acquisition of NASH Maritime, a specialist shipping, navigation and maritime risk consultancy.  

Cowes Week announces new Youth Trophy
Cowes Week announces new Youth Trophy
Monday, 31 July 2023

Cowes Week has announced the presentation of a new trophy which will be awarded for the first time at this year’s regatta.

Cowes Week – Day 2 Round Up
Cowes Week – Day 2 Round Up
Sunday, 30 July 2023

Competitors were greeted with sun and a good working westerly breeze early this morning but with the predicted weather front sweeping along the Channel sooner and with more intensity than initially expected, racing for all classes was abandoned....

Cowes Week Day 1 Round Up
Cowes Week Day 1 Round Up
Saturday, 29 July 2023

Cowes Week 2023 got off to a thrilling start today with sparkling sunshine, and winds gusting well over 20kts from the southwest. Not only did the conditions make for an adrenalin-charged day of racing for competitors but it also gave the crowds o...

Industry refutes Amsterdam ‘ban’ on cruise ships to limit tourism
Industry refutes Amsterdam ‘ban’ on cruise ships to limit tourism
Friday, 28 July 2023

The cruise industry’s trade body has refuted recent media reports that Amsterdam has banned cruise ships from its city centre, as part of an ongoing campaign to limit tourism and pollution in the Dutch capital.

British Marine poll reveals boost to business confidence
British Marine poll reveals boost to business confidence
Friday, 28 July 2023

A Sentiment Poll by UK trade body, British Marine, which tracks quarterly sales performance and outlook among its members, has revealed the UK marine industry appears to have bounced back from a brief downturn in sales, providing a much-needed bo...

Dutch sailing organisation reveals first hydrogen-powered RIB
Dutch sailing organisation reveals first hydrogen-powered RIB
Friday, 28 July 2023

The Dutch sailing organisation Watersportverbond has introduced its first hydrogen-powered coach boat, the H2C Boat, at the 2023 World Sailing Championships in The Hague, Netherlands.

Global Marina Institute replaces chairperson
Global Marina Institute replaces chairperson
Friday, 28 July 2023

The Global Marina Institute (GMI) has appointed Bruce Birtwistle as its chair for the next two years, until 2025.

Tech start-up partners with Croatian yacht charter firm
Tech start-up partners with Croatian yacht charter firm
Friday, 28 July 2023

Tech start-up Floatist has announced its partnership with Croatian yacht charter company, Adventure Charter.

MarineMax reports record revenue for Q3 2023
MarineMax reports record revenue for Q3 2023
Friday, 28 July 2023

MarineMax, the world’s largest recreational boat, yacht and superyacht services company, has announced results for its fiscal third quarter ended 30 June, 2023.

In Focus: Mid-range boatbuilders need to stop making excuses
In Focus: Mid-range boatbuilders need to stop making excuses
Friday, 28 July 2023

It’s time for boatbuilders to stop offering the ‘customer wants’ lame excuses when it comes to sustainability, argues GMBA’s David Lewin.

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