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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.

Riva renews partnership with Italian design studio
Riva renews partnership with Italian design studio
Wednesday, 19 June 2024

Riva and design studio Officina Italiana Design have renewed their exclusive collaboration contract for five more years. The agreement, signed at a ceremony attended by Ferretti Group CEO Alberto Galassi and Officina Italiana Design founding...

Milestone agreement bodes well for EU-NZ free trade
Milestone agreement bodes well for EU-NZ free trade
Wednesday, 19 June 2024

Last month a historic milestone was reached with the New Zealand European Union Free Trade Agreement (NZ-EU FTA) coming into force after years of negotiations. This agreement marks a significant leap forward for New Zealand businesses, providing ...

Welsh marine supplier boosts revenue by $5m after US expansion
Welsh marine supplier boosts revenue by $5m after US expansion
Wednesday, 19 June 2024

A Welsh marine equipment manufacturer has increased export revenue by $5m after opening a dedicated international base in the US.

Volvo Penta partners with AI maritime startup
Volvo Penta partners with AI maritime startup
Wednesday, 19 June 2024

Cetasol, the Gothenburg-based maritime sustainability startup and Volvo Penta have signed a partnership to accelerate efficiency gains through intelligent marine technology.

Rizzardi appoints exclusive dealer for Indonesia
Rizzardi appoints exclusive dealer for Indonesia
Wednesday, 19 June 2024

Italian boatbuilder Rizzardi Yachts has appointed Indonesia-based yachting and marine leisure company Yacht Sourcing as its exclusive dealer in Indonesia.

Newtown yacht equipment manufacturer makes waves with US expansion
Newtown yacht equipment manufacturer makes waves with US expansion
Tuesday, 18 June 2024

A Welsh marine equipment manufacturer has achieved a $5 million boost in export revenue after opening a dedicated international base in the US, thanks to support from the Welsh Government.

Historic Edinburgh Cup and Centenary Celebrations at South Caernarvonshire Yacht Club
Historic Edinburgh Cup and Centenary Celebrations at South Caernarvonshire Yacht Club
Tuesday, 18 June 2024 The picturesque coastal village of Abersoch is set to host a momentous event in the world of keelboat racing: the 76th Edinburgh Cup, the British Dragon Association National Championship. This year’s championship holds special significance as i...
World Sailing commits to making sport “truly inclusive” with landmark Para Inclusive Strategy
World Sailing commits to making sport “truly inclusive” with landmark Para Inclusive Strategy
Tuesday, 18 June 2024

World Sailing is targeting a return to the Paralympic Games after publishing its first Para Inclusive Strategy which will guide the growth of the sport through to 2029. 

Former Mercury Marine employees describe ‘confusion’ after mass layoffs
Former Mercury Marine employees describe ‘confusion’ after mass layoffs
Tuesday, 18 June 2024

Former employees of Mercury Marine have spoken of anxiety and confusion after hundreds of layoffs at the company’s Fond du Lac headquarters.

America’s Cup skipper to deliver METSTRADE 2024 Breakfast Briefing
America’s Cup skipper to deliver METSTRADE 2024 Breakfast Briefing
Tuesday, 18 June 2024

Terry Hutchinson, the skipper and president of operations for New York Yacht Club American Magic, will address an international audience of marine professionals at the METSTRADE 2024 Breakfast Briefing on 19 November, the show’s opening day...

Coldplay to release LP made using river plastic
Coldplay to release LP made using river plastic
Tuesday, 18 June 2024

Coldplay will press its latest LP using recycled river plastic, intercepted by The Ocean Cleanup from Rio Las Vacas in Guatemala.

Thailand boat shows partner to deliver single event
Thailand boat shows partner to deliver single event
Tuesday, 18 June 2024

The organisers of the Thailand International Boat Show and the Thailand Boat Festival have partnered to host a single boat show in Phuket.

Southern Spars appoints head of sales
Southern Spars appoints head of sales
Tuesday, 18 June 2024

Southern Spars, New Zealand-based designer and manufacturer of high-performance composite yacht spars, has appointed Rudy Jurg as head of sales for the DynaRig and AeroRig sailing systems.

First all-female team compete in Sea Angling Classic for cancer charity
First all-female team compete in Sea Angling Classic for cancer charity
Tuesday, 18 June 2024

The first all-ladies angling team is competing in the Sea Angling Classic to reel in funds to support the fight against cancer.

Applications open for Maritime UK Solent Awards
Applications open for Maritime UK Solent Awards
Tuesday, 18 June 2024

Maritime UK (MUK) Solent has opened applications to its Maritime UK Solent Awards 2024.

Boat Club Trafalgar Unveils Brand-New Ballistic XP80 RIB
Boat Club Trafalgar Unveils Brand-New Ballistic XP80 RIB
Monday, 17 June 2024

Boat Club Trafalgar has announced the addition of Phoenix, a premium Ballistic XP80 8m RIB, to their fleet.

A WET AND WILD EDITION OF ROUND THE ISLAND RACE
A WET AND WILD EDITION OF ROUND THE ISLAND RACE
Monday, 17 June 2024

It was certainly a race to remember with crews battling the heavy conditions, especially around the Needles and the reach to St Catherine’s Point.

Round Britain eRIB challenge gathers sponsors, has a boat and is ready to go
Round Britain eRIB challenge gathers sponsors, has a boat and is ready to go
Monday, 17 June 2024

The Round Britain eRIB challenge, postponed from 2023, is looking like it will be setting off this summer. Billed as showcasing ‘the capabilities of electric propulsion in UK coastal waters’, it’ll also be providing a jolly exci...

Avikus NeuBoat wins Red Dot design award
Avikus NeuBoat wins Red Dot design award
Monday, 17 June 2024

Avikus, a South Korean technology firm and a subsidiary of Hyundai, has been recognised for the design of its NeuBoat. On 11 June, the autonomous navigation and docking system for recreational boats was selected as a winner in the Design Co...

ePropulsion and Raymarine seal partnership
ePropulsion and Raymarine seal partnership
Monday, 17 June 2024

A collaboration between electric motor manufacturer ePropulsion and marine electronics specialists Raymarine means boaters will be able to display the engine data from their ePropulsion motors directly onto Raymarine’s Axiom MFD displa...

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