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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.

Yamarin unveils new day cruiser
Yamarin unveils new day cruiser
Wednesday, 16 August 2023

Finnish boatbuilder Yamarin has launched a new eight-metre model in its popular day cruiser range. The Yamarin 80 DC differs from typical Nordic day cruisers — and Yamarin’s other models — in the design of its bow deck, which pr...

Video: Four surfers and crew rescued after 38 hours missing at sea
Video: Four surfers and crew rescued after 38 hours missing at sea
Wednesday, 16 August 2023

Four Australian surfers and two Indonesian crew members reported missing after their boat was struck by a storm have been rescued after spending almost two days floating in the ocean off Indonesia.

US manufacturer reveals luxury Houseyacht line
US manufacturer reveals luxury Houseyacht line
Wednesday, 16 August 2023

The Houseyacht by Reina Boats will launch this autumn. The new concept is the brainchild of Reina founders Hayri Dayi and Emin Günal.

Griffon Hoverwork sends hovercraft to Japan
Griffon Hoverwork sends hovercraft to Japan
Wednesday, 16 August 2023

Griffon Hoverwork is celebrating the culmination of two years’ of hard work, as its new 12000TD hovercraft has successfully completed UK sea trials and is now on its way to Japan.

Scanstrut expands Flip Pro Charge range
Scanstrut expands Flip Pro Charge range
Wednesday, 16 August 2023

Scanstrut has updated its Flip Pro Charge range of outdoor chargers with the addition of three new models.

Taiga reports revenue growth for Q2 2023
Taiga reports revenue growth for Q2 2023
Wednesday, 16 August 2023

Canadian manufacturer of electric personal watercraft, Taiga Motors, has released its financial results for the second quarter of 2023, ended 30 June 2023.

Paimpol was parfait!
Paimpol was parfait!
Tuesday, 15 August 2023

Golden Vanity the classic boat owned by First Class Sailing set out on its maiden voyage to Paimpol Sea Shanty festival. With five clients, a first mate and myself, Ross Brady, as Skipper it from Day One proved to be a very memorable voyage.

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Yamarin launches new eight-metre model in day cruiser range
Yamarin launches new eight-metre model in day cruiser range
Tuesday, 15 August 2023

Finnish boat builder Yamarin, which uses Yamaha outboards on all its models, has launched a new eight-metre model in its popular day cruiser range, which brings Nordic practicality and the Mediterranean boating lifestyle together.

Photos of destroyed cars aboard the Fremantle Highway carrier leaked
Photos of destroyed cars aboard the Fremantle Highway carrier leaked
Tuesday, 15 August 2023

Photos of the vehicles destroyed in a fire aboard the car carrier Fremantle Highway have been leaked to a Dutch media outlet, irking the company in charge of salvage operations.

Temo’s latest electric outboard launches in the UK
Temo’s latest electric outboard launches in the UK
Tuesday, 15 August 2023

French electric outboard manufacturer Temo is launching its latest electric outboard in the UK, the Temo 1000.

Yamaha launches new 2024 WaveRunner range
Yamaha launches new 2024 WaveRunner range
Tuesday, 15 August 2023

Yamaha Motor UK has released its 2024 WaveRunner range, with updates to nine of the 11 models in its personal watercraft range.

Pati Catala de Vela regatta to showcase at America’s Cup
Pati Catala de Vela regatta to showcase at America’s Cup
Tuesday, 15 August 2023

A total of 27 clubs with sailors from Andalucia, Catalonia, Valencia, as well as from Germany, Austria and Belgium have been confirmed for the Pati Catala de Vela regatta in Spain this September.

Twin Vee reports 18% revenue increase for H1 2023
Twin Vee reports 18% revenue increase for H1 2023
Tuesday, 15 August 2023

Florida boatbuilder Twin Vee PowerCats, which designs, manufactures and distributes recreational and commercial power boats, has reported financial results for the three- and six-month period ended 30 June, 2023.

Propspeed gets Type Approval
Propspeed gets Type Approval
Tuesday, 15 August 2023

The Propspeed foul-release coating system has received Type Approval from Bureau Veritas.

Team New Zealand backs new AC40 Grand Prix circuit
Team New Zealand backs new AC40 Grand Prix circuit
Monday, 14 August 2023

The AC40 foiling yacht, created by Emirates Team New Zealand, is now available for private owners to compete in a new AC40 Grand Prix Circuit.

Video: Fire destroys luxury yacht in Mediterranean
Video: Fire destroys luxury yacht in Mediterranean
Monday, 14 August 2023

The Spanish coastguard has confirmed 17 people were rescued from the luxury yacht Irmao, as the 88-foot vessel was engulfed in flames early evening on Saturday (12 August 2023).

Lippert acquires marine axle manufacturer
Lippert acquires marine axle manufacturer
Monday, 14 August 2023

Indiana, US-based component maker Lippert Components Inc has acquired Marine Trailer Performance (MTP), a marine axle manufacturer located in Houston, Texas. The transaction was completed through Lippert’s subsidiary, Kinro Texas.

Abeking & Rasmussen delivers largest superyacht in 115 years
Abeking & Rasmussen delivers largest superyacht in 115 years
Monday, 14 August 2023

German shipbuilder Abeking & Rasmussen has launched 118.2-metre superyacht Liva, the largest vessel ever built by the 115-year-old yard.

UK maritime charity UKSA reveals record figures for 2022-3
UK maritime charity UKSA reveals record figures for 2022-3
Monday, 14 August 2023

Youth maritime charity UKSA has released its annual impact report, which reveals record figures for the charity for its 2022-23 year.

BIA partners with foreign exchange provider
BIA partners with foreign exchange provider
Monday, 14 August 2023

Australian marine trade body, the Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA), has announced a new partnership with foreign exchange provider Ebury, to support marine businesses in managing their currency risks and maximise profits.

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