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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.

Typhoon makes RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show debut
Typhoon makes RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show debut
Friday, 09 December 2022

Typhoon International is exhibiting at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show for the first time, 25-26 February 2023, a move which it says reinforces its commitment to dinghy sailors and watersport enthusiasts.

Recyclable Optimist begins production
Recyclable Optimist begins production
Friday, 09 December 2022

Following the launch of its recyclable Optimist in Summer 2022, Northern Light Composites (nlcomp) and not-for-profit Clean Sailors are asking sailing clubs around the world to apply to own one of the first ecoOptimists. The boats will be built i...

savvy navvy, Quad Lock and Beyonder team-up
savvy navvy, Quad Lock and Beyonder team-up
Friday, 09 December 2022

Three global marine companies are collaborating to enhance boaters’ experiences on the water.

Sea-Fire Europe adds European distributor
Sea-Fire Europe adds European distributor
Friday, 09 December 2022

Marine fire suppression technology specialist, Sea-Fire Europe, has added B.I.S. Electronics to its portfolio of European distributors.

Ocean Oasis starts off-shore desalination trial
Ocean Oasis starts off-shore desalination trial
Friday, 09 December 2022

Norwegian company Ocean Oasis has unveiled a prototype of its offshore floating desalination plant at Las Palmas in Gran Canaria. The prototype, named Gaia, is powered by wave energy and will be tested at the Oceanic Platform of the Canary Island...

Sea Ray introduces new Sundancer model
Sea Ray introduces new Sundancer model
Friday, 09 December 2022

Sea Ray has added to its Sundancer line by introducing a new model – the Sundancer 370.

Tour company’s failures contributed to paddleboarder deaths, report finds
Tour company’s failures contributed to paddleboarder deaths, report finds
Thursday, 08 December 2022

The deaths of four paddleboarders in south-west Wales were “avoidable” and were the result of inadequate planning by a tour group, a report by the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has concluded.

MarineMax forms new technology business
MarineMax forms new technology business
Thursday, 08 December 2022

Boat and yacht retailer MarineMax has formed a new business called New Wave Innovations, which will invest in and grow technology-related products and services.

Recruiter SYR partners with UKSA to promote diversity in maritime careers
Recruiter SYR partners with UKSA to promote diversity in maritime careers
Thursday, 08 December 2022

The marine recruitment agency SYR has launched a three-year partnership with maritime charity UKSA to promote maritime careers among young people, particularly those from diverse backgrounds.

Woman, 26, killed by boat propeller while trying to retrieve flip-flops
Woman, 26, killed by boat propeller while trying to retrieve flip-flops
Thursday, 08 December 2022

A young Colombian woman has been fatally struck by a boat propeller after jumping behind a boat to retrieve her flip-flops.

Two UK boat dealers acquired by Colburt Marine Group
Two UK boat dealers acquired by Colburt Marine Group
Thursday, 08 December 2022

Colburt Marine Group, an investment vehicle focused on the leisure marine industry, has acquired two British boat dealerships.

Boating newspaper All at Sea sold to new owners
Boating newspaper All at Sea sold to new owners
Thursday, 08 December 2022

The publishers of British monthly boating newspaper, All at Sea, are selling the paper to new owners after deciding to retire.

Beneteau launches two new Torqeedo-powered electric boats
Beneteau launches two new Torqeedo-powered electric boats
Thursday, 08 December 2022

Beneteau has premiered two new electric sailing yachts, the Oceanis 30.1 and the First 44, at Salon Nautic de Paris.

Win a Suzuki-powered Rigiflex safety boat with an Extreme trailer for your sailing club
Win a Suzuki-powered Rigiflex safety boat with an Extreme trailer for your sailing club
Wednesday, 07 December 2022

The RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show and Suzuki Marine are offering RYA Affiliated Clubs the chance to win a brand new Suzuki-powered Rigiflex safety boat with Extreme trailer, worth £6,400 (RRP).

New era for All at Sea
New era for All at Sea
Wednesday, 07 December 2022

It’s the start of a new era for All at Sea which, although now under new ownership, remains in familiar hands.

December 2022 BoatBid - Catalogue Highlights
December 2022 BoatBid - Catalogue Highlights
Wednesday, 07 December 2022

The December 2022 BoatBid auction opened for bidding on Monday and will continue through to Sunday 11th December.

Oligarch’s $200m superyacht to be sold at auction for Ukraine
Oligarch’s $200m superyacht to be sold at auction for Ukraine
Wednesday, 07 December 2022

A superyacht owned by sanctioned Russian oligarch Viktor Medvedchuk is reportedly to be sold at auction after it was seized in Croatia earlier this year.

VIDEO: Emirates Team New Zealand land speed team reaches 200km/h
VIDEO: Emirates Team New Zealand land speed team reaches 200km/h
Wednesday, 07 December 2022

Emirates Team New Zealand has finally been able to report some good news in its attempt to beat the land speed world record attempt.

Suntex purchases New Jersey marina
Suntex purchases New Jersey marina
Wednesday, 07 December 2022

Marina management firm Suntex Marinas has purchased Green Cove Marina in Brick, New Jersey. This is the latest of several marina acquisitions for Suntex on the Jersey Shore, after it took over the Channel Club Marina in September, and Key Harbor ...

Four Winns creates electric bowrider
Four Winns creates electric bowrider
Wednesday, 07 December 2022

Four Winns is expanding its offering of bowriders and deck boats with a new 100 per cent electric, 22 foot bowrider – the H2e. The brand, which falls under Groupe Beneteau, has partnered with Vision Marine Technologies to develop what it sa...

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