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‘Meteorological events’ blamed for postponement of Olympic triathlon
‘Meteorological events’ blamed for postponement of Olympic triathlon
Tuesday, 30 July 2024

Paris 2024 has been forced to postpone its men’s triathlon event after testing the water quality of the Seine. This follows the mayor’s triumphant swim earlier this month and the meandering boat parade of the Olympics opening ceremony...

Lookout’s AI system claims to detect ‘every’ marine hazard
Lookout’s AI system claims to detect ‘every’ marine hazard
Tuesday, 30 July 2024

Lookout, which describes itself as an AI pioneer in marine safety, has launched a new camera system which is designed to detect hazards that mere mortals aren’t going to spot. By using algorithms, it’s said to be able to detect and tr...

Stacer Australia appoints new dealer
Stacer Australia appoints new dealer
Tuesday, 30 July 2024

Australian boatbuilder, Stacer Australia, has appointed Good Times Marine in New South Wales as the newest addition to its dealer network.

MEOS ditches tubular supports for superyacht railings 
MEOS ditches tubular supports for superyacht railings 
Tuesday, 30 July 2024

Dutch superyacht equipment specialist MEOS has introduced a newly developed railing system specifically for superyachts. 

Celebrate those making waves in sustainability with the MSC UK Product of the Year Award
Celebrate those making waves in sustainability with the MSC UK Product of the Year Award
Monday, 29 July 2024

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), the world’s most recognised ecolabel for sustainable seafood which can be seen on everything from tinned fish to tuna steaks, has announced that, for the first time ever, the MSC UK Product of the Year A...

Isle of Wight jet skier cautioned after causing ferry to take ‘evasive action’
Isle of Wight jet skier cautioned after causing ferry to take ‘evasive action’
Monday, 29 July 2024

A jet skier who forced an Isle of Wight ferry to take evasive action after steering across its path has become the first to be cautioned by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) under a new water safety law.

Australian manufacturer launches new adjustable tender chocks
Australian manufacturer launches new adjustable tender chocks
Monday, 29 July 2024

Davco, the Australian manufacturer of tender and personal watercraft management solutions, has launched AquaChocks – its removeable and adjustable chock system.

Scotty and Airmar deliver Seeker probe system for downrigger anglers
Scotty and Airmar deliver Seeker probe system for downrigger anglers
Monday, 29 July 2024

Leading manufacturer of downriggers and trolling accessories, Scotty Fishing and Outdoor Products, has teamed up with technology innovator Airmar to produce a suite of data to onboard displays and mobile devices.

Call for beachgoers to help survey seaweed this summer
Call for beachgoers to help survey seaweed this summer
Monday, 29 July 2024

The Marine Conservation Society and Natural History Museum’s Big Seaweed Search Week returns from 29 July – 4 August. The two organisations will be asking people across the UK to head to the coast and spot seaweed as part of a citizen ...

Olympic Yacht Show in Greece: biggest in event’s history
Olympic Yacht Show in Greece: biggest in event’s history
Monday, 29 July 2024

Ondeck Events is preparing for the the fourth and biggest event of the in-water Olympic Yacht Show in Greece, which will be held at Olympic Marine, in Lavrio on 10-13 October.

Carnival expands fleet with a trio of largest ships to date
Carnival expands fleet with a trio of largest ships to date
Monday, 29 July 2024

Carnival Corporation, the world’s largest cruise line company, has finalised an agreement with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri to build three new cruise ships. These flagship vessels, set to be delivered in the summers of 2029, 2031 and 203...

SailGP marks record-breaking end to the Season 4 calendar
SailGP marks record-breaking end to the Season 4 calendar
Sunday, 28 July 2024

As Spain raised the trophy at the SailGP Season 4 Grand Final in San Francisco, the global racing championship concluded an epic calendar of new growth records, purpose-driven milestones and an expanding international fan-base powering the league ...

History to be made as Olympics opens with parade of boats (and athletes)
History to be made as Olympics opens with parade of boats (and athletes)
Friday, 26 July 2024

For the first time in the history of the Olympic Summer Games, tonight’s opening ceremony will not take place in a stadium. Paris 2024 is holding its ceremony in the heart of the city, along its main artery, the Seine. Recently Paris’...

Cocaine found in sharks off Brazilian Coast, scientific study reveals 
Cocaine found in sharks off Brazilian Coast, scientific study reveals 
Friday, 26 July 2024

The first-of-its-kind study by Brazilian scientists has uncovered an alarming connection between human drug consumption and marine life contamination. Wild sharks caught off the coast of Brazil have tested positive for cocaine, with concentration...

MarineMax reports positive third quarter results
MarineMax reports positive third quarter results
Friday, 26 July 2024

MarineMax, which bills itself as the world’s largest recreational boat, yacht and superyacht services company, has announced its results for its fiscal third quarter ended 30 June 2024. It says its revenue is up five per cent (year-over-yea...

MAIB cites ‘lack of planning’ in the Channel Queen’s grounding 
MAIB cites ‘lack of planning’ in the Channel Queen’s grounding 
Friday, 26 July 2024

The Marine Accident Investigation Brand (MAIB) has published its accident investigation report into the grounding of swim support motor vessel Channel Queen near the Needles lighthouse off the Isle of Wight in July 2023. 

RS21 selected for ASEAN Cup International Regatta
RS21 selected for ASEAN Cup International Regatta
Friday, 26 July 2024

The ASEAN Cup International Regatta (ACIR) has announced, in partnership with RS Sailing, the selection of the RS21 keelboat as the official vessel for its 2024 series. 

Seldén Mast takes step-up with its new foldable kit
Seldén Mast takes step-up with its new foldable kit
Friday, 26 July 2024

Seldén Mast has launched a foldable mast climbing step. Made from anodized aluminium, Seldén says the step is ideal for helping users reach the main halyard or sail cover. It can also be strategically fitted at the head to provide a...

A weekend of free family fun at Gunwharf Quays to mark the Grand Finale of the ‘Clipper Round the World Yacht Race’
A weekend of free family fun at Gunwharf Quays to mark the Grand Finale of the ‘Clipper Round the World Yacht Race’
Thursday, 25 July 2024

Gunwharf Quays has announced a full weekend of free family activities to celebrate the return of the world’s greatest ocean adventure, Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, to Portsmouth after an 11-month, 47,000-mile race around the world....

Global Sailing Talent Converges on Britain’s Ocean City for The ABP Cadet World Championship
Global Sailing Talent Converges on Britain’s Ocean City for The ABP Cadet World Championship
Thursday, 25 July 2024

Britain’s Ocean City is proud to host this year’s 57th Cadet World Championship, a premier sailing regatta organised by the UK Cadet Class Association.

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