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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.

Cape 31 one-design now available in Italy
Cape 31 one-design now available in Italy
Wednesday, 30 November 2022

The all-new Cape 31 keelboat is now also available on the Italian market and will be exclusively distributed in the country by Savona Shipyard.

Asteria sinking, lessons to be learnt
Asteria sinking, lessons to be learnt
Tuesday, 29 November 2022

Many people talk about the eye watering effort GGR entrants make to meet the tough safety and qualifying requirements of the Golden Globe Race.

Massive fire destroys popular Connecticut marina
Massive fire destroys popular Connecticut marina
Tuesday, 29 November 2022

Multiple buildings and several boats at a marina have been destroyed, after a wind-driven fire broke out along the Mystic River in Connecticut.

Internal structure upgrade package after AC40 nose-dive, says ETNZ
Internal structure upgrade package after AC40 nose-dive, says ETNZ
Tuesday, 29 November 2022

After Emirates Team New Zealand buried the bow of its AC40 while testing in waves on Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf (resulting in damage to the forward sections of the hull and deck structure), ETNZ says its team’s engineers immediately bega...

New Quay RNLI crew awarded for rescuing rowers
New Quay RNLI crew awarded for rescuing rowers
Tuesday, 29 November 2022

The RNLI has announced six crew members from New Quay will each receive a letter of thanks from the RNLI chairman for answering a Mayday call to an ocean-going rowing boat in difficulty during storm Arwen. The news comes a year after the storm ca...

Peters & May extends 52 Super Series collaboration for 3 more years
Peters & May extends 52 Super Series collaboration for 3 more years
Tuesday, 29 November 2022

Wrapping up a successful tenth anniversary season for the 52 Super Series, the grand prix monohull circuit says it is delighted to have signed a new collaboration agreement with logistics partners Peters & May. Having first formalised the par...

Stowaways rescued after spending 11 days on rudder of oil tanker
Stowaways rescued after spending 11 days on rudder of oil tanker
Tuesday, 29 November 2022

Three migrants have been rescued after stowing away on the rudder of a tanker that arrived in the Canary Islands from Nigeria.

RYA Club of the Year finalists announced
RYA Club of the Year finalists announced
Tuesday, 29 November 2022

The RYA awards panel has revealed the 12 finalists for the 2023 RYA and Sailing Today with Yachts & Yachting Club of the Year Award.

Dan Snow launches youth sail-training fundraiser
Dan Snow launches youth sail-training fundraiser
Tuesday, 29 November 2022

Youth development sail-training charity, Tall Ships Youth Trust (TSYT), has launched its ‘Changing Young Lives at Sea’ campaign, aiming to raise more than £22,000 in just one week.

Gulf Craft debuts two new models in Abu Dhabi
Gulf Craft debuts two new models in Abu Dhabi
Monday, 28 November 2022

Luxury yacht manufacturer, Gulf Craft debuted two new models over the weekend at the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (24-27 November 2022), the Majesty 72 and Silvercraft 32 WA (WalkAround).

Cornish dive brand partners with marine conservation non-profit
Cornish dive brand partners with marine conservation non-profit
Monday, 28 November 2022

Cornwall-based scuba diving and ocean sports brand, fourth element has announced a new partnership with Sea Shepherd, a direct-action marine conservation organisation.

Boat Trader’s boating series debuts on adventure TV channel
Boat Trader’s boating series debuts on adventure TV channel
Monday, 28 November 2022

American boating marketplace, Boat Trader’s award-winning local boating series, Stomping Grounds, is debuting on outdoor adventure platform, Waypoint TV.

VisionF Yachts introduces new 60 foot catamaran
VisionF Yachts introduces new 60 foot catamaran
Monday, 28 November 2022

Yacht builder VisionF Yachts, Istanbul, has added an entry model to its collection of motor catamarans. The new 18 metre VisionF 60 will be built of GRP. The maximum beam of 10 metres remains constant from bow to stern, which translates into huge...

Scientists recycle marine waste from oil platforms
Scientists recycle marine waste from oil platforms
Monday, 28 November 2022

In what is thought to be a global first, marine growth found on the legs of decommissioned oil and gas platforms could form the basis of new livestock and aquaculture feeds.

Wealth management firm sponsors classic regatta
Wealth management firm sponsors classic regatta
Monday, 28 November 2022

UK wealth management firm Atkins Ferrie Wealth Management (AFWM) is confirmed as headline sponsor for the 2023 Falmouth Classics, continuing its support of the event. South west-based AFWM became a major sponsor in 2021 becoming the headline spon...

Ocean Safety to shine spotlight on marine safety at boot Düsseldorf
Ocean Safety to shine spotlight on marine safety at boot Düsseldorf
Monday, 28 November 2022

UK-based Ocean Safety will be shining a spotlight on marine safety and showcasing an extensive selection of its lifesaving equipment at boot Düsseldorf, 21-29 January 2023.

‘Dirty secrets’: water companies are dumping sewage in dry weather, report reveals
‘Dirty secrets’: water companies are dumping sewage in dry weather, report reveals
Friday, 25 November 2022

Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) has released its 2022 Water Quality Report, which uncovers potential illegal sewage discharges, as well as shocking statistics from 700 sickness cases reportedly related to swimming in polluted waters.

Finnish boat builder extends range with new double console model 
Finnish boat builder extends range with new double console model 
Friday, 25 November 2022

Finnish boat builder Buster Boats is extending its popular Buster S range of aluminium boats with the launch of the Buster S2 ready for the 2023 boating season.

SM Group partners with Osculati in UK
SM Group partners with Osculati in UK
Friday, 25 November 2022

Marine electronics distributor SMG has entered into a new trade agreement with Osculati, the Italian nautical accessories distributor. The firms say their new partnership will support SMG trade customers and help Osculati further expand in t...

New owner for Plymouth Yacht Brokers
New owner for Plymouth Yacht Brokers
Friday, 25 November 2022

Plymouth Yacht Brokers has been sold to a private buyer.

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