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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.

Penton Hook Marina
Penton Hook Marina
Wednesday, 04 January 2023

Penton Hook is one of three picturesque MDL Marinas on the tranquil waters of the non-tidal reaches of the River Thames.

France confirms entry to 37th America’s Cup
France confirms entry to 37th America’s Cup
Tuesday, 03 January 2023

The 37th America’s Cup has revealed a surprise new-year addition, after the French team K-Challenge Racing, representing the Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez yacht club, joined as the event’s fifth challenger.

Thor the walrus on move after cancelling new year fireworks
Thor the walrus on move after cancelling new year fireworks
Tuesday, 03 January 2023

‘Thor’, the wandering walrus who saw Scarborough’s new year fireworks cancelled, is on the move after an overnight stop in Blyth, Northumberland.

Dutch shipyard completes major expansion
Dutch shipyard completes major expansion
Tuesday, 03 January 2023

Dutch shipyard Zeelander Yachts has added 40 per cent to its capacity, as it gears up for increased production during 2023.

RNLI volunteers recognised in new year honours
RNLI volunteers recognised in new year honours
Tuesday, 03 January 2023

Five RNLI volunteers are among those who have been recognised in the new year honours list for their contributions to the charity and for raising awareness of drowning prevention.

Indian islands opened up by Sail the Andamans yacht rally
Indian islands opened up by Sail the Andamans yacht rally
Tuesday, 03 January 2023

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India will once again be the setting of the Sail the Andamans Yacht Carnival and Rally, from 20 February – 21 March 2023.

Vote for your favourite reader Photo of the Year!
Vote for your favourite reader Photo of the Year!
Tuesday, 03 January 2023

This month we are asking you to vote for your favourite reader photo of 2022. Here is a round-up of the monthly winners.

Charity seeks help to identity body of Salcombe Man
Charity seeks help to identity body of Salcombe Man
Tuesday, 03 January 2023

Locate International, the charity behind The Missing podcast, is seeking help to investigate the death of a man found in the English Channel in September 2021.

Helly Hansen partners with ocean racing team
Helly Hansen partners with ocean racing team
Tuesday, 03 January 2023

Helly Hansen has partnered with Guyot environnement – Team Europe to be the racing team’s official clothing supplier for the Ocean Race 2022-23.

Trilleen - Sailing around Britain Update
Trilleen - Sailing around Britain Update
Wednesday, 28 December 2022

Ian Wyllie, who bought a boat via Boatshed IOW in February 2021 is taking on the challenge of sailing around Britain single handed. Here is his latest update:

British Motor Yacht Show returns
British Motor Yacht Show returns
Wednesday, 21 December 2022

The British Motor Yacht Show will be returning to Premier’s Swanwick Marina from Thursday 11th – Sunday 14th May 2023, occupying a larger footprint than ever before following the completion of the stunning Saltings sales pavilion last ...

NEW BERTHING LOYALTY REWARD FOR PREMIER MARINAS CUSTOMERS
NEW BERTHING LOYALTY REWARD FOR PREMIER MARINAS CUSTOMERS
Wednesday, 21 December 2022

Premier Marinas, keen to reward berth holders for their continued loyalty, is expanding its benefits package – known as the Premier Advantage – to now include a new Berthing Loyalty Reward worth up to 3%, for customers who have berthed...

Yacht dealer sues for $20m after cargo ship fire
Yacht dealer sues for $20m after cargo ship fire
Wednesday, 21 December 2022

Taiwanese yacht dealership Alexander Marine has filed a lawsuit in the US federal court, seeking $20m damages from five parties including a German shipowner, a cargo ship, a US chartering company and boatbuilder Silent Yachts.

Merry Christmas from Marine Industry News
Merry Christmas from Marine Industry News
Wednesday, 21 December 2022

After a great year bringing you all the latest news from the global marine industry, the office is closing for the holidays. MIN will be back in your inbox on 3 January 2023.

Correct Craft acquires Florida engineering firm
Correct Craft acquires Florida engineering firm
Wednesday, 21 December 2022

US boatbuilder Correct Craft has acquired Florida-based engineering firm Pacer Marine Engineering (PME). PME’s assets are now owned by Correct Craft’s StarFlite Technology Group and operated as Mach Connections, LLC.

Sailing charity recruiting 45 new team members
Sailing charity recruiting 45 new team members
Wednesday, 21 December 2022

Isle of Wight-based maritime education and training charity, UKSA is recruiting 45 new staff members to join its activity teams for the 2023 season. The roles available include watersports instructors, activity leads and watersports senior traini...

Marine Industry News magazine heading to boot Düsseldorf
Marine Industry News magazine heading to boot Düsseldorf
Wednesday, 21 December 2022

Issue six of Marine Industry News (MIN) magazine will be launched at boot Düsseldorf in January 2023 and will feature new products, market analysis and leading industry interviews.

Fire-detection manufacturer names new distributor
Fire-detection manufacturer names new distributor
Wednesday, 21 December 2022

Expanding the scope of its European market share, Sea-Fire Europe, a maritime fire detection and suppression solutions specialist, has signed Slovenian Stal Mar as its newest distributor.

Holyhead Marine wins £1.6m Falmouth Harbour contract
Holyhead Marine wins £1.6m Falmouth Harbour contract
Wednesday, 21 December 2022

Falmouth Harbour has awarded Holyhead Marine a £1.6m contract to build a fuel-efficient pilot vessel to join a fleet operating 24/7, 365 days a year. The vessel will complete more than 1,000 boardings and landings per year within the F...

Young people set sail with Tall Ships Youth Trust
Young people set sail with Tall Ships Youth Trust
Wednesday, 21 December 2022

Young people from Buckinghamshire have taken part in a youth development opportunity with Tall Ships Youth Trust (TSYT), thanks to The Clare Foundation.

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