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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.

Royal Huisman to build world’s largest sloop
Royal Huisman to build world’s largest sloop
Wednesday, 23 March 2022

Dutch shipyard Royal Huisman has signed an order for an 85m sloop, which the company is calling a ‘revolutionary’ step into the future for superyachts.

Candela opens first test drive centre in US
Candela opens first test drive centre in US
Wednesday, 23 March 2022

Swedish electric boat manufacturer Candela has announced its first test drive centre in the US is opening in Sausalito, California, on 1 April.

Simpson Marine expands Asia team with Marine Resources
Simpson Marine expands Asia team with Marine Resources
Wednesday, 23 March 2022

Simpson Marine is employing the services of leading shore-based recruiter Marine Resources to drive the expansion of its team through key strategic roles across sales, brokerage and service in and around Asia.

Merle Wood & Associates acquires Chamberlain Yachts
Merle Wood & Associates acquires Chamberlain Yachts
Wednesday, 23 March 2022

US brokerage firm Merle Wood & Associates has announced the acquisition of Chamberlain Yachts and the appointment of Kent Chamberlain as CEO. 

Posidonia trade fair returns in June
Posidonia trade fair returns in June
Wednesday, 23 March 2022

The world’s leading marine classification societies return to the Posidonia exhibition this summer, after the 2020 edition was cancelled due to the pandemic.

Friends of Boatshed - Boat & Yacht Registration
Friends of Boatshed - Boat & Yacht Registration
Wednesday, 23 March 2022

At Boatshed we want to make the process of buying and selling a boat as easy as possible. There are many marine services that could be useful to you - you might want to fix a few things on your boat before selling it to ensure it looks its bes...

Disruptive Tech Initiative Poised to Tackle Spike in Lost Shipping Cargo
Disruptive Tech Initiative Poised to Tackle Spike in Lost Shipping Cargo
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Last month the Felicity Ace caught fire in the mid-Atlantic and had to be abandoned.

Showcasing luxury motor cruisers
Showcasing luxury motor cruisers
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Discerning boat buyers seeking to purchase a luxury motor yacht, perfect for blue water cruising adventures need look no further than London Luxury Afloat.

Mermaids Coffee Shop returns to Universal Marina
Mermaids Coffee Shop returns to Universal Marina
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Premier Marinas is excited to welcome Mermaids Coffee Shop back to Universal Marina.

FLARES DISPOSAL DAY AT SOVEREIGN HARBOUR THIS WEEKEND
FLARES DISPOSAL DAY AT SOVEREIGN HARBOUR THIS WEEKEND
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Premier Marinas, in collaboration with Sovereign Harbour Berth Holders’ Association, will be holding a Safety Day this Saturday 26 March from 10am – 2pm. 

New South Devon College Marine Academy to open its doors
New South Devon College Marine Academy to open its doors
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Next month, on an historic former boat building yard, in a £75 million development on the banks of the River Dart, the new South Devon College Marine Academy opens its doors.

Yacht seizures causing charter market uncertainty, experts say
Yacht seizures causing charter market uncertainty, experts say
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA) held its first face-to-face meeting in Palma on 14-16 March, with several key issues affecting the recreational marine sector discussed.

X Shore partners with Aqua superPower
X Shore partners with Aqua superPower
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Global marine fast-charging network operator, Aqua superPower, and Swedish high-performance electric boat maker, X Shore, are forming a strategic alliance to drive infrastructure compatibility and technical standards for electrification across th...

UK boatbuilder expands business at MDL’s Mercury Yacht Harbour
UK boatbuilder expands business at MDL’s Mercury Yacht Harbour
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

UK yacht designer and builder GT Yachts is expanding its presence at MDL’s Mercury Yacht Harbour and Holiday Park on the River Hamble.

Shipping shake-up: industry’s ‘narrow mindset’ hinders big data benefits
Shipping shake-up: industry’s ‘narrow mindset’ hinders big data benefits
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Data sharing could unlock billions of dollars in commercial benefits for shipping as well as accelerate decarbonisation, reports have found, but legacy systems and a restrictive mindset are hindering the industry’s digital transformation an...

Hurley Marine appoints European sales representative
Hurley Marine appoints European sales representative
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Michigan-headquartered dinghy davit manufacturer Hurley Marine has appointed Global Marine Associates as its sales representative for Europe.

UK river breakdown company expands into Australia
UK river breakdown company expands into Australia
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Inland marine breakdown and recovery service, River Canal Rescue (RCR), is launching River Coastal Rescue in Perth, Australia. The UK breakdown company will launch the new Australian enterprise in Q3 2022.

Boston Whaler launches owners club
Boston Whaler launches owners club
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Boston Whaler has announced details of its Boston Whaler Owners Club (BWOC), a new resource for owners to learn about upcoming events, connect with other owners and gain exclusive benefits.

New era for GT Yachts with expansion at MDL’s Mercury Yacht Harbour
New era for GT Yachts with expansion at MDL’s Mercury Yacht Harbour
Monday, 21 March 2022

MDL Marinas is delighted that yacht designer and builder GT Yachts has chosen to expand its business and presence at MDL’s Mercury Yacht Harbour and Holiday Park.

VIDEO: Tragedy in Dhaka as containership sinks passenger ferry
VIDEO: Tragedy in Dhaka as containership sinks passenger ferry
Monday, 21 March 2022

At least five people are dead and dozens more are missing after a bulk carrier crashed into a small ferry in a river near Bangladesh’s capital yesterday (21Mar22).

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