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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.

Canal & River Trust invites boaters to offer feedback on UK waterways
Canal & River Trust invites boaters to offer feedback on UK waterways
Monday, 03 October 2022

The Canal & River Trust has started the process of setting a national standard for the water points, refuse sites and other boater facilities that it provides across the waterways network.

Stunning aerial shot of Essex oyster beds wins maritime photography competition
Stunning aerial shot of Essex oyster beds wins maritime photography competition
Monday, 03 October 2022

The Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society has announced the winner of its 10th annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the UK’s historic relationship with the sea.

Sustainability: approach from the ground up
Sustainability: approach from the ground up
Monday, 03 October 2022

The industry finds itself at a sustainability crossroads – bolting on some solar panels, banning the odd hazardous substance and installing an electric motor are all very admirable but done in isolation could be viewed simply as ‘gree...

Lumitec launches new full-colour courtesy light
Lumitec launches new full-colour courtesy light
Monday, 03 October 2022

Lumitec, manufacturer of extreme environment LED lighting solutions, has launched a Fiji Courtesy Light.

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Saturday, 01 October 2022

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Boating holiday bookings soar 25% to record levels
Boating holiday bookings soar 25% to record levels
Friday, 30 September 2022

Sailing holidays have become increasingly popular among in recent years, with a new record set this summer.

Composite waste recycling: will a new UK project be the silver bullet?
Composite waste recycling: will a new UK project be the silver bullet?
Friday, 30 September 2022

A new UK consortium plans to lead the world in high-level composite waste processing, recycling and reuse – Blue Composites Project’s James Scott-Anderson discusses why the industry cannot afford to continue to look the other way.

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Rolls-Royce and Lürssen team up for methanol propulsion
Rolls-Royce and Lürssen team up for methanol propulsion
Friday, 30 September 2022

Rolls-Royce and Lürssen have partnered to work on specific projects to develop the use of methanol as an environmentally friendly fuel for superyachts.

America’s Cup: Structure confirmed for Youth and Women’s events
America’s Cup: Structure confirmed for Youth and Women’s events
Friday, 30 September 2022

The first women’s America’s Cup will include 12 teams, with the structure and dates of the regatta now revealed.

The Ocean Race partners with Warner Bros. Discovery
The Ocean Race partners with Warner Bros. Discovery
Friday, 30 September 2022

Entertainment company Warner Bros. Discovery has extended its agreement with The Ocean Race, in the sailing series’ widest-reaching broadcast deal to date.

Thank you for your custom!
Thank you for your custom!
Friday, 30 September 2022

Boatshed has always prided itself on being the friendly broker and with our most recent customer reviews we are feeling pretty proud of ourselves!

Sirena Yachts unveils brand new superyacht line
Sirena Yachts unveils brand new superyacht line
Friday, 30 September 2022

The Istanbul-based shipyard Sirena Marine will soon include superyachts in its range of vessels.

Gulf Craft announces new Majesty 160 superyacht at Monaco Yacht Show
Gulf Craft announces new Majesty 160 superyacht at Monaco Yacht Show
Friday, 30 September 2022

Gulf Craft has unveiled production plans for the company’s second largest superyacht – the brand-new Majesty 160.

RNLI crew member takes on London Marathon in full lifeboat kit
RNLI crew member takes on London Marathon in full lifeboat kit
Thursday, 29 September 2022

Running a marathon is challenging enough, but one Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) crew member is going the extra mile by hitting the streets of London in his full lifeboat kit.

Falmouth Harbour – Port with a Purpose Open Day, 13 October
Falmouth Harbour – Port with a Purpose Open Day, 13 October
Thursday, 29 September 2022 The dynamic maritime past, present and future of the Port of Falmouth and beyond are on the agenda of an Open Day on Thursday 13 October run by Falmouth Harbour (FH), supported by Cornwall Chamber of Commerce and the National Maritime Museum Cornwall...
Watch: Sharks on road, flood waters and horrific damage as Hurricane Ian wrecks Florida
Watch: Sharks on road, flood waters and horrific damage as Hurricane Ian wrecks Florida
Thursday, 29 September 2022

Earlier this week MIN announced that IBEX organisers cancelled the Florida marine trade show as Hurricane Ian was predicted to devastate the state. Footage and images have started to surface of the devastation in Tampa (the site of IBEX) and fur...

Ferretti Group acquires two of its suppliers
Ferretti Group acquires two of its suppliers
Thursday, 29 September 2022

Ferretti Group has acquired a majority stake in two companies that are part of its supply chain: Masello Srl and Fratelli Canalicchio SpA.

All-electric Artemis ferry to enter service in Belfast by 2024
All-electric Artemis ferry to enter service in Belfast by 2024
Thursday, 29 September 2022

Artemis Technologies has unveiled the design of its new 100 per cent electric EF-24 passenger vessel, targeting the global high-speed ferry market.

Dramatic shift in buying behaviour, says Fischer Panda UK
Dramatic shift in buying behaviour, says Fischer Panda UK
Thursday, 29 September 2022

After what Chris Fower terms “the best SIBS I’ve witnessed in ten years”, the sales and marketing director for Fischer Panda UK says he’s seen a dramatic shift in buying behaviour at the show.

World Maritime Day: UK announces £60m funding for emission-free shipping
World Maritime Day: UK announces £60m funding for emission-free shipping
Thursday, 29 September 2022

Tankers, cruise ships, ports, and the wider maritime sector are being encouraged to find ways to slash emissions and boost economic growth, thanks to £60m of funding for the UK maritime industry.

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