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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.

The government of Jersey partners with OceansLab on clean tech
The government of Jersey partners with OceansLab on clean tech
Wednesday, 08 March 2023

The government of Jersey has partnered with marine hydrogen accelerator OceansLab, in collaboration with Ports of Jersey.

Frigomar self-contained unit 24V/48V DC with variable speed
Frigomar self-contained unit 24V/48V DC with variable speed
Wednesday, 08 March 2023 Introduction

Since 1973, Frigomar has been developing and manufacturing a wide range of air conditioning and refrigeration systems for boats.

Yarmouth Sea Songs Festival
Yarmouth Sea Songs Festival
Tuesday, 07 March 2023

Along with one of largest annual gatherings of gaff-rigged boats in the UK, with up to 100 boats attending, the ‘ Yarmouth Sea Songs Festival’ will be taking place once again on The Green, opposite  Yarmouth Harbour.

Great Lakes marina fire impacts 150 boats, causing over $1m damage
Great Lakes marina fire impacts 150 boats, causing over $1m damage
Tuesday, 07 March 2023

A fire has broken out at the Safe Harbor Great Lakes Marina in Muskegon, in the US state of Michigan, reportedly causing millions of dollars in damage.

Remoran brings marine hydrogenerators to UK and Ireland
Remoran brings marine hydrogenerators to UK and Ireland
Tuesday, 07 March 2023

Advance Yacht Systems has entered into an exclusive distribution partnership with Finnish company Remoran, which develops and manufactures marine hydrogenerators. Marine equipment provider Advance Yacht Systems will be the sole distributor of Rem...

Grounded 28m Sunseeker yacht sinks during Hawaii salvage operation
Grounded 28m Sunseeker yacht sinks during Hawaii salvage operation
Tuesday, 07 March 2023

Almost two weeks after the 28.1m yacht Nakoa was grounded in Honolua Bay on Maui, Hawaii, the yacht has sunk to a depth of around 300 metres during a salvage operation.

Sirena reveals new details about superyacht line ‘tailored for younger owners’
Sirena reveals new details about superyacht line ‘tailored for younger owners’
Tuesday, 07 March 2023

Istanbul-based Sirena Yachts has revealed further details about its new range of 35-50m superyachts, which has been designed with younger owners in mind.

Superyacht Technology Network announces new investor
Superyacht Technology Network announces new investor
Tuesday, 07 March 2023

Leading technology event company, Superyacht Technology Network, has announced a major investment by superyacht industry expert Will Faimatea.

Sea Angling Classic kicks off national roadshow
Sea Angling Classic kicks off national roadshow
Tuesday, 07 March 2023

The Sea Angling Classic ‘Let’s Meet & Fish’ roadshow hits the road in Wales this weekend on a national tour designed to promote its ‘catch, photograph and release’ fishing competition, which takes place in Portsm...

Freedom Boat Club opens first location in Puerto Rico
Freedom Boat Club opens first location in Puerto Rico
Tuesday, 07 March 2023

Boat club operator Freedom Boat Club has confirmed its latest expansion — this time into Puerto Rico. Freedom says its flagship club in the territory will be located in Fajardo, providing access to some of the most acclaimed fishing spots a...

Take on the world’s greatest marathon for seafarers in need
Take on the world’s greatest marathon for seafarers in need
Tuesday, 07 March 2023

Maritime professionals who are keen runners but missed out on a TCS London Marathon 2023 place can still apply for a guaranteed Virtual London Marathon place with seafarer welfare charity Sailors’ Society. 

Antigua and Barbuda to auction ‘abandoned’ 82m superyacht
Antigua and Barbuda to auction ‘abandoned’ 82m superyacht
Monday, 06 March 2023

The government of Antigua and Barbuda could sell the 81.3-metre Oceanco superyacht Alfa Nero to the highest bidder if it remains unclaimed, after it was ‘abandoned’ in Falmouth Harbour.

The Moorings’ brand-new ‘Skipper Charter Package’
The Moorings’ brand-new ‘Skipper Charter Package’
Monday, 06 March 2023

Travellers new to sailing holidays can now book a Skippered Charter Package with The Moorings.

Heinz gives boat to man who survived on ketchup for 24 days at sea
Heinz gives boat to man who survived on ketchup for 24 days at sea
Monday, 06 March 2023

US ketchup manufacturer Heinz has successfully concluded its attempts to get in touch with a man who survived on the company’s famous condiment during a harrowing 24 days at sea.

UN finally reaches historic deal to protect marine biodiversity
UN finally reaches historic deal to protect marine biodiversity
Monday, 06 March 2023

UN member countries have finally finalised an agreement to ensure the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity. This has been heralded as a ‘breakthrough’ after nearly two decades of talks.

Solar catamaran builder secures Series A funding
Solar catamaran builder secures Series A funding
Monday, 06 March 2023

Spanish solar-electric catamaran manufacturer Zen Yachts has successfully closed a €5.5m Series A funding round, sponsored entirely by Ocean Zero.

UK energy support scheme opens to berth holders
UK energy support scheme opens to berth holders
Monday, 06 March 2023

A new online portal has gone live, allowing residential boaters to apply for financial support for energy bills. While UK households were able to access the £400 Energy Bill Support Scheme (EBSS), only now is the equivalent support availabl...

Maritimo appoints dealer for Southeast Asia
Maritimo appoints dealer for Southeast Asia
Monday, 06 March 2023

Australian boatbuilder Maritimo has appointed The Yacht Sales Co as the firm’s exclusive dealer for Southeast Asia.

Maritime & Coastguard Agency names new CEO
Maritime & Coastguard Agency names new CEO
Monday, 06 March 2023

Virginia McVea is to become the new chief executive officer of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). McVea will oversee the work of the agency as it responds to tens of thousands of incidents at sea every year, inspects thousands of UK-r...

Most eye-catching yachts on display at 2023 Dubai Boat Show
Most eye-catching yachts on display at 2023 Dubai Boat Show
Friday, 03 March 2023

The biggest edition of the Dubai International Boat Show to date is well underway at Dubai Harbour, with exhibitors at the five-day event (1-5 March 2023) reporting interest from buyers from all over the world.

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