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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.

Registration opens for Women in Marine at Southampton Boat Show
Registration opens for Women in Marine at Southampton Boat Show
Thursday, 31 August 2023

The lineup has been confirmed for the popular Women in Marine event at the 2023 Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS), which returns to the show (15-24 September 2023) on Thursday 21 September 2023.

New CEO appointed at Fraser
New CEO appointed at Fraser
Thursday, 31 August 2023

Brokerage firm Fraser has appointed Anders Kurtén as its new chief executive.

Scandinavian boatbuilder Ryds enters UK market
Scandinavian boatbuilder Ryds enters UK market
Thursday, 31 August 2023

Scandinavian boatbuilder Ryds is introducing six models to the UK market, following a partnership with boat sales company boatpoint.

OceansLab’s hydrogen-electric race yacht enters final build phase
OceansLab’s hydrogen-electric race yacht enters final build phase
Thursday, 31 August 2023

The structural assembly of the deck and hull of the 60-foot foiling OceansLab IMOCA, a third evolution Manuard design, has now been completed at Pauger Carbon Composites’ boatyard in Hungary.

Daniamant launches lifejacket light for Arctic waters
Daniamant launches lifejacket light for Arctic waters
Thursday, 31 August 2023

Marine safety equipment manufacturer Daniamant has launched its latest lifejacket light, the Dan W3 Polar, designed specifically for Arctic voyages.

MotoGP World Champion takes the helm of an AC40
MotoGP World Champion takes the helm of an AC40
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

In a meeting of champions, the America’s Cup Defender Emirates Team New Zealand, welcomed the MotoGP World Champion, Francesco “Pecco” Bagnaia, and the Ducati Lenovo Team at their base in Barcelona.

Mercury Marine launches Avator 20e and 35e electric outboards
Mercury Marine launches Avator 20e and 35e electric outboards
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

Marine engine manufacturer Mercury Marine has added the Avator 20e and 35e electric propulsion systems to its range.

Mercury Marine launches Avator™ 20e and 35e electric outboards
Mercury Marine launches Avator™ 20e and 35e electric outboards
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

Mercury Marine has introduced the Avator 20e and 35e electric propulsion systems.

SailGP splashes down in London’s West End
SailGP splashes down in London’s West End
Wednesday, 30 August 2023 SailGP, the world’s most exciting racing on water, officially launched its Season 4 ‘We Are Racing’ Global Brand Campaign with a week-long digital 3D OOH immersive full screen takeover at the world-renowned Piccadilly Lights, the la...
New electric boat brand to launch at Cannes
New electric boat brand to launch at Cannes
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

Ripple Boats, a new long-range electric boat brand from Norway, is hosting a launch party at the Cannes Yachting Festival this September, giving guests the chance to meet the brand’s executive team, ask questions, and be among the first to ...

Columbus Yachts reveals new flagship Atlantique 65
Columbus Yachts reveals new flagship Atlantique 65
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

Italian shipyard Columbus Yachts, a brand of Palumbo Superyachts, has revealed its new flagship concept, the Atlantique 65.

Ferretti Group’s UAE dealer announces end to partnership
Ferretti Group’s UAE dealer announces end to partnership
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

Ocean 360, the exclusive dealer for Ferretti Group in the UAE, has announced the end of its partnership with the Ferretti Group, effective 1 September 2023.

Suzuki Marine appoints new executive
Suzuki Marine appoints new executive
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

Florida-based Suzuki Marine USA has appointed boating industry veteran Daiki Sugiura as its executive vice president for sales and marketing.

Race Village for the Ocean Globe Race officially opens
Race Village for the Ocean Globe Race officially opens
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

The Lord Mayor of Southampton has officially opened the Race Village for the Ocean Globe Race at MDL’s Ocean Village Marina in Southampton, on the UK’s south coast.

September 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
September 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

Are you thinking about selling your boat?

Putin spent $32m renovating his superyacht in 2022, investigation claims
Putin spent $32m renovating his superyacht in 2022, investigation claims
Tuesday, 29 August 2023

The Kremlin regime spent at least 3b roubles (US$32m) in 2022 refitting a yacht said to belong to Vladimir Putin, according to an investigation by the team of Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny.

Video: Passengers flown home after cruise liner crashes into tanker
Video: Passengers flown home after cruise liner crashes into tanker
Tuesday, 29 August 2023

After a ‘severe weather’ incident in Mallorca involving a cruise liner and a petrol tanker, 300 plus guests on a P&O cruise liner are set to be flown home. Britannia will return to the UK from Spain on Friday 1 September (with red...

North Sails names 727 Sailbags as European upcycling partner
North Sails names 727 Sailbags as European upcycling partner
Tuesday, 29 August 2023

North Sails has appointed of 727 Sailbags as its European sail upcycling partner.

Industry experts to highlight trends at IBEX Education Conference
Industry experts to highlight trends at IBEX Education Conference
Tuesday, 29 August 2023

The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced the schedule of technical education included in the IBEX Education Conference, to be held during the show at the Tampa Convention Center, 3-5 October 2023.

Daniamant launches innovative L90 lifebuoy light with new LED technology
Daniamant launches innovative L90 lifebuoy light with new LED technology
Tuesday, 29 August 2023

Marine safety equipment manufacturer, Daniamant, announces the relaunch of its popular lifebuoy light, now featuring innovative LED technology – the L90 LED Lifebuoy Light.

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