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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.

Mediterranean Yacht Show confirms 2023 dates
Mediterranean Yacht Show confirms 2023 dates
Thursday, 07 July 2022

The 8th Mediterranean Yacht Show (MEDYS 2023) will take place 29 April-3 May 2023, organisers have confirmed.

2022 Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta
2022 Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

As the clock counts down to the 2022 Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta (22 – 24 July), entries continue to roll in for this popular South Coast regatta based in Yarmouth, Isle of Wight.

Brits ignore life-saving device while paddleboarding
Brits ignore life-saving device while paddleboarding
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

Research from Helly Hansen reveals many ignore lifesaving advice as RNLI release new paddleboard rescue statistics.

Golden Globe Race
Golden Globe Race
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

In 1969, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston was the first sailor to sail around the world, non-stop and without assistance. It took him 312 days, alone against the elements. In 2019, Jean-Luc Van Den Heede repeated the feat by winning the first Golden Globe ...

Neyland Yacht Haven
Neyland Yacht Haven
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

This month we head to Neyland Yacht Haven, which is situated within the UK’s only coastal national park.

Oil spill from Tim Allen’s yacht closes Michigan marina
Oil spill from Tim Allen’s yacht closes Michigan marina
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

A yacht belonging to actor Tim Allen has forced the closure of a marina in Michigan, in the Great Lakes area of the Midwestern United States, after a diesel spill over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

Women’s and Youth America’s Cup formats announced
Women’s and Youth America’s Cup formats announced
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

Expected to be among the highlights of the 37th America’s Cup in Barcelona in 2024, women’s and youth America’s Cup regattas will be part of the event schedule for the first time.

Maritime Safety Week brings focus to fishing accidents and RYA app
Maritime Safety Week brings focus to fishing accidents and RYA app
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

Maritime Safety Week is currently taking place from 4-8 July. The annual event is held by the Department for Transport to encourage the sharing of safety knowledge within the sector and to highlight the importance of following best practices when...

Aqua superPower expands to the US and Scandinavia
Aqua superPower expands to the US and Scandinavia
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

Global marine fast-charge network Aqua superPower has expanded into two of the world’s largest boating markets, the US and Scandinavia.

Lürssen’s Blue embarks on maiden voyage
Lürssen’s Blue embarks on maiden voyage
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

After a successful second sea trial at the end of June, Lürssen’s latest superyacht left the shipyard in Bremen on 2 July and embarked on her maiden voyage. Blue is now heading to the Mediterranean where its new owners will enjoy their...

Extra Yachts launches new model
Extra Yachts launches new model
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

Extra Yachts, part of the Palumbo Superyachts network, has launched its new X115 Triplex model. The exterior was designed with Francesco Guida, while the Milan-based Hot Lab studio took care of the interior.

European debut for Grand Banks 85 at Cannes
European debut for Grand Banks 85 at Cannes
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

Grand Banks is set to debut its latest model, the GB85, in Europe for the first time, at the 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival. The new model utilises the company’s V-Warp platform and takes the company in a new performance-driven and fuel-effi...

Scott Bader acquires Indian-based Satyen Polymers
Scott Bader acquires Indian-based Satyen Polymers
Wednesday, 06 July 2022

UK chemical company Scott Bader has acquired the commercial business of Satyen Polymers, based in India.

Sam Goodchild takes line honours as Pro Sailing Tour fleet arrives in Cowes
Sam Goodchild takes line honours as Pro Sailing Tour fleet arrives in Cowes
Tuesday, 05 July 2022

Offshore sailing’s most exciting new competition arrived in Cowes when a delighted Sam Goodchild crossed the Cowes finish line onboard Leyton to the sound of the Royal Yacht Squadron cannon after a hard-fought 515nm offshore...

Women’s and Youth America’s Cup events formats announced
Women’s and Youth America’s Cup events formats announced
Tuesday, 05 July 2022

In what is expected to be one of the highlights of the 37th America’s Cup, both the Women’s and Youth America’s Cups will be sailed on the America’s Cup racecourse off the Barcelona waterfront during the final stages o...

PREMIER MARINAS JOIN FORCES WITH MARINE RESOURCES LIMITED TO SECURE THE BEST TALENT
PREMIER MARINAS JOIN FORCES WITH MARINE RESOURCES LIMITED TO SECURE THE BEST TALENT
Tuesday, 05 July 2022

Premier Marinas is partnering with Hampshire based recruitment agency, Marine Resources to attract the next generation of talent into short-term and permanent roles.

MP praises RYA’s focus on safety
MP praises RYA’s focus on safety
Tuesday, 05 July 2022

Suella Braverman MP meets with the RYA at Warsash Sailing Club as part of Maritime Safety Week (4 – 8 July).

Salcombe Gin July Regatta
Salcombe Gin July Regatta
Tuesday, 05 July 2022

Hosted by the Royal Southern Yacht Club, The Salcombe Gin July Regatta will take place this weekend (09-10 July) with a weekend of well-managed racing and fun ashore. The third regatta of the Royal Southern YC Summer Series will once again feature...

Rental models open doors to younger, more diverse communities
Rental models open doors to younger, more diverse communities
Tuesday, 05 July 2022

Edit: The percentages of those taking part in ‘any boating’, by ethnicity, have been updated on receipt of data clarification from British Marine.

A bridge too far, Jeff Bezos’ superyacht threatened with egging
A bridge too far, Jeff Bezos’ superyacht threatened with egging
Tuesday, 05 July 2022

A resistance force has mobilised in the Dutch city of Rotterdam. Threats of crowds egging Jeff Bezos’ new superyacht have seemingly disrupted Oceanco’s plan to temporarily dismantle a historic bridge to allow the yacht to pass. It now...

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