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Last chance to own an exclusive property in Limassol, as Cyprus’ first integrated superyacht marina is completed
Last chance to own an exclusive property in Limassol, as Cyprus’ first integrated superyacht marina is completed
Wednesday, 29 June 2022

The first superyacht marina on the island of Cyprus and an undisputed iconic landmark for the city of Limassol, offers one last opportunity to prospective property buyers to own and live an unrivalled lifestyle on the Mediterranean Sea.

From Vision to Reality: The marina development that’s changed both Limassol and the yachting industry in Cyprus
From Vision to Reality: The marina development that’s changed both Limassol and the yachting industry in Cyprus
Wednesday, 29 June 2022

Since opening 10 years ago, Limassol Marina has welcomed more than 9,000 international arrivals to its waters, including 300 unique superyachts stretching to over 140m in length, counting some of the world’s most notable yachts and their dis...

MDL Marinas invests £350K in new dry stack forklift at Saxon Wharf
MDL Marinas invests £350K in new dry stack forklift at Saxon Wharf
Wednesday, 29 June 2022

MDL Marinas has invested more than £350K in a new dry stack forklift at its Saxon Wharf marina in Southampton.

Norwegian cruise collides with iceberg near Alaska
Norwegian cruise collides with iceberg near Alaska
Wednesday, 29 June 2022

A Norwegian cruise ship has cancelled its nine-night trip through Alaska, after the vessel crashed into an iceberg off the Alaskan coast.

Rolls-Royce enters hydrogen production market
Rolls-Royce enters hydrogen production market
Wednesday, 29 June 2022

Rolls-Royce is entering the hydrogen production market and acquiring a 54 per cent majority stake in electrolysis stack specialist Hoeller Electrolyzer.

B&G announces partnership with Pip Hare
B&G announces partnership with Pip Hare
Wednesday, 29 June 2022

Sailing navigation and instrument specialist B&G has announced its partnership with Pip Hare, whose foiling IMOCA 60 Medallia has recently undergone a refit to ensure it is well equipped for her extensive race schedule.

First electric X-Yacht launches
First electric X-Yacht launches
Wednesday, 29 June 2022

Danish yacht manufacturer X-Yachts has launched a 49-foot, 12-ton hybrid-powered yacht equipped with two 10kW electric saildrives from Oceanvolt. The X4⁹E is a specially adapted version of the existing X4⁹ and is the first electr...

YellowV expands product range and forms new partnership
YellowV expands product range and forms new partnership
Wednesday, 29 June 2022

Watersports and inflatable product specialist YellowV has expanded its range of inflatable equipment.

Sunreef announces new line of explorer yachts
Sunreef announces new line of explorer yachts
Wednesday, 29 June 2022

Sunreef Yachts has announced a new line of explorer yachts dedicated to discovering new cruising grounds.

XO Boats launches XO DFNDR 8
XO Boats launches XO DFNDR 8
Wednesday, 29 June 2022

Finnish boating manufacturer XO Boats has launched its new XO DFNDR 8. The boat comes in two different versions – one with open safari walls and one with fully enclosable side screens, plus a hardtop aft wall.

Highfield Boats triples factory space as RIB and tender production continues to grow
Highfield Boats triples factory space as RIB and tender production continues to grow
Tuesday, 28 June 2022

Aluminium RIB supplier Highfield Boats has released the first images of its brand new production space which steps up the company’s capacity with an additional 17,000 sq metres. 

B&G® Announce Partnership with Pip Hare as she prepares for the Vendee Globe
B&G® Announce Partnership with Pip Hare as she prepares for the Vendee Globe
Tuesday, 28 June 2022

B&G® has announced its partnership with professional sailor Pip Hare.

VIDEO: Deadly chlorine gas explosion in port of Aqaba
VIDEO: Deadly chlorine gas explosion in port of Aqaba
Tuesday, 28 June 2022

A poisonous chlorine gas explosion at the port of Aqaba in Jordan is said to have killed at least 13 people and injured 250.

Sixteen rowers rescued in round Great Britain challenge
Sixteen rowers rescued in round Great Britain challenge
Tuesday, 28 June 2022

The number of rowers rescued from a round Great Britain challenge has risen to sixteen after a third rowing vessel with five crew was rescued in deteriorating weather conditions in the Irish Sea.

Fredrik Malmqvist appointed CEO for Najad Yachts AB
Fredrik Malmqvist appointed CEO for Najad Yachts AB
Tuesday, 28 June 2022

Following the announcement that Najad Yachts and Arcona Yachts will be two separate companies, Fredrik Malmqvist has been appointed as CEO for Najad. Malmqvist is an engineer with a masters degree from the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockho...

Spanish city to charge for emergency rescues at sea
Spanish city to charge for emergency rescues at sea
Tuesday, 28 June 2022

A Spanish city, San Sebastián, is planning to charge people post-rescue if they’re found to have been negligent or reckless.

Orca interactions need reporting, says Cruising Association
Orca interactions need reporting, says Cruising Association
Tuesday, 28 June 2022

The Cruising Association (CA) and Groupo Trabajo Orca Atlantica (GTOA) have partnered to launch a new online orca reporting form. The aim is to investigate orcas interacting with vessels along the Iberian Peninsula. And, crucially, to note how ma...

Boatshed.com adds new build boats to its site
Boatshed.com adds new build boats to its site
Tuesday, 28 June 2022

Online yacht broker Boatshed.com has added a ‘new build’ boats platform to its site, enabling its audience to view and purchase the latest designs from small and medium-sized manufacturers.

Boat numbers on the rise on UK canals and rivers
Boat numbers on the rise on UK canals and rivers
Tuesday, 28 June 2022

The Canal & River Trust’s national boat count, shows an increase in boaters using the canals across England and Wales over the last three years.

Boatshed.com adds new build boats to its site
Boatshed.com adds new build boats to its site
Monday, 27 June 2022

Online yacht broker Boatshed.com has added a ‘new build’ boats platform to its site, enabling users to view and purchase the latest designs from small and medium-sized manufacturers.

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