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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.
New Sunbeam Launched in Centenary Year
Monday, 02 October 2023The Solent Sunbeam Class, known for its rich history and enduring elegance, continues to flourish with the launch of the magnificent GRP Solent Sunbeam V74 Odyssey.
UK fined €32m by European Court of Justice over red diesel
Monday, 02 October 2023The UK has been fined €32m (£28m) by the European Court of Justice (ECJ), for allowing pleasure boats to use lower-tax ‘red diesel‘ in the final days of its EU membership.
Behind the scenes of the new Topper dinghy design
Monday, 02 October 2023In 2021, Topper International faced a challenge when the deck mould used in the manufacture of its flagship Topper dinghy was found to have cracked, bringing production to a halt. Until the point the Topper deck mould cracked, production had been...
New mission to locate lost WW2 shipwrecks sunk during Dunkirk evacuation
Monday, 02 October 2023A new research project is attempting to detect and identify undiscovered Allied shipwrecks lost during the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II.
Panellists announced for Women in Marine event at METSTRADE
Monday, 02 October 2023The panellists for the 2023 Women in the Marine Industry International event at METSTRADE have been announced by the organisers, METSTRADE, British Marine, Marine Industry News and Soundings Trade Only.
Camper & Nicholsons makes management changes
Monday, 02 October 2023Superyacht brokerage and service firm Camper & Nicholsons has made two key appointments, strengthening its management teams.
‘Confidence’ and ‘joy’ found onboard Ancasta-supported sailing adventures
Monday, 02 October 2023Young people who’ve benefited from a sailing adventure with the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust for the first time this year have reported they’ve found ‘support’, ‘confidence’ and ‘joy’ onboard.
International Yacht Company opens office in Dubai
Monday, 02 October 2023Superyacht brokerage and charter company the International Yacht Company (IYC) has opened a new office in Dubai, in partnership with Vision Investments Limited, a subsidiary of Al Ameeri Group Holding.
Karpaz Gate Marina Wins Prestigious Sustainable Smart Marina Award
Sunday, 01 October 2023Karpaz Gate Marina, the sole international standard marina in North Cyprus, has announced that it has been awarded the prestigious title of Sustainable Smart Marina following an awards ceremony at the Monaco Sustainable & Smart Marina Rendezvo...
Hot Topic: Unlocking the flow state
Sunday, 01 October 2023Discover how sailing takes you to new mental horizons.
ARKEA ULTIM CHALLENGE
Friday, 29 September 2023On January 7, qualified sailors will attempt a challenge which has not yet been achieved in the world of sailing: a solo round-the-world race on a giant Ultim multihull. Preparations are stepping up all the time as the competitors are ...
Pen Duick VI First Across Equator! Excitement as fleet struggles South
Friday, 29 September 2023Skipper Marie Tabarly and her determined Pen Duick VI crew were first to cross the doldrums, reach the South Easterly Trades and yesterday morning first to cross the equator. She is now 337 nm ahead of their closest rivals Spirit of Helsinki. ...
Brunswick named as one of America’s greenest companies
Friday, 29 September 2023Brunswick Corporation has been named on Newsweek’s inaugural list of America’s Greenest Companies for 2024.
Monaco Yacht Show: Fincantieri launches interior design brand
Friday, 29 September 2023Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has debuted a new marine interiors brand, Operae Interiors, at the Monaco Yacht Show.
New president at the Boat House Group
Friday, 29 September 2023US boat dealer and marine services provider the Boat House Group has promoted Rick Gasaway to president, effective immediately.
SailGP joins forces with Women’s Sports Group on fast-track programme
Friday, 29 September 2023The Women’s Sports Group (WSG) is joining forces with global racing league SailGP to supercharge its Women’s Pathway.
FunAir launches inflatable climbing playground for superyachts
Friday, 29 September 2023Superyacht inflatable manufacturer FunAir has launched a new version of its Floating Playground at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show (27-30 September 2023), complete with a detachable climbing wall.
Ancasta opens its ‘End of Summer’ boat show
Friday, 29 September 2023Ancasta International Boat Sales has opened its End of Summer Boat Show at MDL’s Port Hamble Marina, on the UK’s south coast.
A new sailing world record attempt gets underway from Plymouth
Friday, 29 September 2023A new solo sailing, world record attempt got underway from Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth, on Thursday, 28 September.
METSTRADE, British Marine, Marine Industry News and Soundings Trade Only announce the panelists for the Women in the Marine Industry International event at METSTRADE 2023
Thursday, 28 September 2023METSTRADE, British Marine, Marine Industry News and Soundings Trade Only have announced the panelists for the 2023 Women in the Marine Industry International event at METSTRADE.
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