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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.

Boating royalty on display at UF50 celebrations
Boating royalty on display at UF50 celebrations
Tuesday, 16 August 2022

In her heyday she was probably one of the most photographed boats in the world, though good looking as she is, it was her skipper who was the centre of attention. Coweslip, the Flying Fifteen owned by His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of ...

Southampton International Boat Show to welcome over 250 powerboats from around the world
Southampton International Boat Show to welcome over 250 powerboats from around the world
Tuesday, 16 August 2022

Whether setting off across the ocean, or just exploring up the river, there’s a range of powerboats to suit everyone at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show.

Twenty youngsters set sail on a voyage of discovery thanks to Harwich Mayflower Legacy Fund
Twenty youngsters set sail on a voyage of discovery thanks to Harwich Mayflower Legacy Fund
Tuesday, 16 August 2022

Twenty youngsters benefitted from a four-night adventure voyage from Harwich to Portsmouth, thanks to support from the Mayflower Legacy Fund set up by the town’s Mayor, Cllr Ivan Henderson and other local organisations.

Charity hoists national campaign to ‘fly the Red Ensign’
Charity hoists national campaign to ‘fly the Red Ensign’
Tuesday, 16 August 2022

National maritime charity, The Seafarers’ Charity, is calling on the support of organisations and communities across the UK to show their appreciation and support for the Merchant Navy by flying the Red Ensign on this year’s Merch...

WATCH: Seven yachts run aground in Corsica
WATCH: Seven yachts run aground in Corsica
Tuesday, 16 August 2022

A Princess motoryacht named Vista Me was one of at least seven vessels grounded in Corsica on the weekend following torrential rain and strong winds, according to local reports.

Southampton manufacturer partners with America’s Cup team
Southampton manufacturer partners with America’s Cup team
Tuesday, 16 August 2022

Shock-WBV has sent the first batch of suspension seats and Omega seat inserts to American Magic’s base in Pensacola USA where they will be fitted to the chase boat fleet and in operation later this month. The first batch of WBV (whole body ...

Superyacht jobs agency doubles size of Southampton headquarters
Superyacht jobs agency doubles size of Southampton headquarters
Tuesday, 16 August 2022

International jobs board Yotspot, which matches superyachts with ‘below deck’ crew around the world, has doubled its workspace at Ocean Village Innovation Centre (OVIC), Southampton, due to the growth of the business.

Auckland Boat Show to return in 2023
Auckland Boat Show to return in 2023
Tuesday, 16 August 2022

The Auckland Boat Show will return from 23-26 March 2023, running directly after SailGP’s March regatta.

Mustang Survival seeks UK brand ambassadors
Mustang Survival seeks UK brand ambassadors
Tuesday, 16 August 2022

Mustang Survival is seeking passionate sailing athletes, influencers, and instructors to join its team of brand ambassadors in the UK. 

Vital funds needed to keep National Coastwatch operational
Vital funds needed to keep National Coastwatch operational
Tuesday, 16 August 2022

The National Coastwatch Institution (NCI), which keeps a visual and listening watch along the coastline of England and Wales, has launched an appeal to raise vital funds to ensure it can remain operational.

Fusion Apollo MS-AP61800 1800W six channel marine amplifier
Fusion Apollo MS-AP61800 1800W six channel marine amplifier
Tuesday, 16 August 2022 Overview

This powerful and efficient six channel amplifier is the difference between hearing the music and feeling it. With an impressive 150W RMS per channel (at 4Ω), this amplifier can power up to six pairs of speakers o...

Sunseeker Hawk 38 to challenge aerobatic plane at Bournemouth Air Festival
Sunseeker Hawk 38 to challenge aerobatic plane at Bournemouth Air Festival
Tuesday, 16 August 2022

Sunseeker’s high-performance day boat, the Hawk 38, is set to challenge an unusual aerobatic plane as part of the Sea & Sky Sprint during this year’s Bournemouth Air Festival, which is taking place 1-4 September.

VIDEO: Project Land Speed Update
VIDEO: Project Land Speed Update
Monday, 15 August 2022

After visiting Lake Gairdner and Mt Ive Station again, Emirates Team New Zealand’s Glenn Ashby gives an up-date on the Land speed project:

Video: Five rescued from fire on environmental crusader Porrima
Video: Five rescued from fire on environmental crusader Porrima
Monday, 15 August 2022

Five crew members have been rescued from Porrima, the experimental Swiss yacht, after fire broke out in its battery compartment (12 Aug 2022).

New maritime security strategy says it will target physical and cyber threats
New maritime security strategy says it will target physical and cyber threats
Monday, 15 August 2022

A new five-year maritime security strategy released today (15 August 2022) will set out the guiding principles for the UK Government’s approach to managing threats and risks at home and around the world, including leveraging the UK’s ...

Inaugural RS21 World Championship opens entry
Inaugural RS21 World Championship opens entry
Monday, 15 August 2022

The International RS21 Class Association, in collaboration with RS Sailing and the JK BRIVA Sailing Club, has announced that entry for the inaugural RS21 World Championship is open.

September 2022 BoatBid - Open for Entries
September 2022 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Monday, 15 August 2022

The September 2022 BoatBid will take place on:
Monday 5th September
until
Sunday 11th September

Damen says Ukraine crisis impacted over 200 staff
Damen says Ukraine crisis impacted over 200 staff
Monday, 15 August 2022

The Netherlands-based Damen Shipyards Group hits a new record with an €8.8 billion order book as of the end of 2021.

MarQuipt acquires carbon fibre marine product division
MarQuipt acquires carbon fibre marine product division
Monday, 15 August 2022

MarQuipt has acquired the carbon-fibre marine products division of Fiberdyne Aerospace, based in Seattle, US.

Helsinki Boat-Afloat returns with 250 boats on display
Helsinki Boat-Afloat returns with 250 boats on display
Monday, 15 August 2022

After a one-year break, the Helsinki Boat-Afloat show returns this week from 18-21 August 2022 with 250 boats on display.

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