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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.

Sanlorenzo sells flagship 73Steel superyacht
Sanlorenzo sells flagship 73Steel superyacht
Tuesday, 27 September 2022

Sanlorenzo has sold a new 73m flagship superyacht, which will mark the first in the 73Steel series.

IBEX 2022 cancelled as hurricane rolls in
IBEX 2022 cancelled as hurricane rolls in
Monday, 26 September 2022

The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced this year’s show has been cancelled as Florida’s governor Ron DeSantis says “heavy rains, strong winds, flash flooding, storm surge and even is...

Six injured as 30ft boat ploughs into Isle of Wight cliffside
Six injured as 30ft boat ploughs into Isle of Wight cliffside
Monday, 26 September 2022

Police say enquires are ongoing to determine the exact circumstances surrounding a boat ploughing into the cliffs at Totland Bay, Isle of Wight, on Saturday evening (24 September 2022).

UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED!
UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED!
Monday, 26 September 2022

National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, has announced the winner of its tenth annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the UK’s historic relationship with the sea.

Italian yachting industry exports reach all time high
Italian yachting industry exports reach all time high
Monday, 26 September 2022

New figures released at the Genoa International Boat Show show that 2021 had the ‘best increase in turnover ever’ for the Italian yachting industry. Plus, according to the Boating Economic Forecast conference, ‘the boating year ...

Borrow a Boat announces first US acquisition
Borrow a Boat announces first US acquisition
Monday, 26 September 2022

UK boat hire and charter marketplace Borrow a Boat has bought US-based peer-to-peer charter platform KellyBoat, as it seeks to expand within the US market.

Feadship Slice – company unveils new 85m superyacht concept
Feadship Slice – company unveils new 85m superyacht concept
Monday, 26 September 2022

Dutch superyacht builder Feadship is to debut its latest concept yacht Slice at the 2022 Monaco Yacht Show (28 September-1 October).

Scanstrut moves to larger facility following ‘significant’ sales growth
Scanstrut moves to larger facility following ‘significant’ sales growth
Monday, 26 September 2022

Due to phenomenal growth over the last two years, Scanstrut has moved into a significantly larger facility in Westbrook, CT. The new location is the headquarters for the company’s North American operations and serves all of its distribution...

SBS Trailers now available at boatfolk marinas
SBS Trailers now available at boatfolk marinas
Monday, 26 September 2022

SBS Trailers and boatfolk have announced a new partnership meaning SBS Trailers are now available through boatfolk’s network of marinas.

VIDEO: Southampton International Boat Show celebrates another phenomenal event
VIDEO: Southampton International Boat Show celebrates another phenomenal event
Saturday, 24 September 2022

Show heralded a great success by organisers, exhibitors, sponsors and visitors… plus take advantage of our 2023 early bird ticket offer.

The Yacht Harbour Association Marina of the Year Awards 2022 revealed at the Southampton International Boat Show
The Yacht Harbour Association Marina of the Year Awards 2022 revealed at the Southampton International Boat Show
Friday, 23 September 2022

At the Southampton International Boat Show winners of The Yacht Harbour Association Marina of the Year Awards 2022, sponsored by Towergate Insurance, were revealed on the Foredeck Stage.

Dazzling flotilla of 150 boats to sail through London in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
Dazzling flotilla of 150 boats to sail through London in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
Friday, 23 September 2022

A new RNLI lifeboat named Duke of Edinburgh will join more than 150 boats on the River Thames in London this weekend to commemorate the life and 70-year reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

boatFolk and SBS Trailers team up
boatFolk and SBS Trailers team up
Friday, 23 September 2022

SBS Trailers and boatfolk have announced a new partnership during the Southampton Boat Show, resulting in SBS Trailers now being available through boatfolk’s nationwide family of Marinas.

Suzuki to supply INEOS Britannia with chase boat outboards
Suzuki to supply INEOS Britannia with chase boat outboards
Friday, 23 September 2022

Suzuki GB has partnered with INEOS Britannia to become the official supplier of outboard motors for its fleet of chase boats, which will support INEOS Britannia, the Challenger of Record for the 37th America’s Cup in 2024.

‘IN OUR ELEMENT’ ATLANTIC ROWING TEAM ARRIVE AT SIBS WITH A SERIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL MESSAGE
‘IN OUR ELEMENT’ ATLANTIC ROWING TEAM ARRIVE AT SIBS WITH A SERIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL MESSAGE
Friday, 23 September 2022

The In Our Element Atlantic Rowing team took a break in their training schedule to visit the Southampton International Boat Show for their final public appearance before they pack up the boat for La Gomera and the start of the Talisker Whisky Atla...

Ferretti Group to use Rolls-Royce mtu engines until 2027
Ferretti Group to use Rolls-Royce mtu engines until 2027
Friday, 23 September 2022

Ferretti Group is to continue to use Rolls-Royce mtu engines and propulsion systems to power its yachts until at least 2027, after the firms renewed an ongoing supply agreement.

First look: Sunreef Supreme 70 Eco
First look: Sunreef Supreme 70 Eco
Friday, 23 September 2022

Sunreef Yachts has unveiled the first images of its latest solar-electric craft, the Sunreef Supreme 70 Eco.

Berthon appoints new Gemini RIBs sales exec
Berthon appoints new Gemini RIBs sales exec
Friday, 23 September 2022

Berthon Rib Solutions has appointed James Myatt as Gemini RIBs UK and Ireland sales executive.

Wetwheels to launch eighth boat in 2024
Wetwheels to launch eighth boat in 2024
Friday, 23 September 2022

Wetwheels will launch the eighth boat in its fleet – Wetwheels Torbay – in Devon in spring 2024.

Sonardyne opens new HQ in South East Asia
Sonardyne opens new HQ in South East Asia
Friday, 23 September 2022

Marine technology company Sonardyne has opened its new South East Asia headquarters at Loyang Offshore Supply Base, Singapore. 

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