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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.

Royston opens marine electrical department
Royston opens marine electrical department
Monday, 14 February 2022

In order to expand ship maintenance operations and boost customer service, Royston has invested in a new marine electrical department.

Watch new eerie footage of the Titanic’s debris
Watch new eerie footage of the Titanic’s debris
Monday, 14 February 2022

Oceangate Expeditions has released new footage from its latest submersible expedition to the debris field of the Titanic.

Barton demos SkyDock storage at two shows
Barton demos SkyDock storage at two shows
Monday, 14 February 2022

Barton says it’s hosting full-size SkyDock demonstration displays for visitors attending BoatLife Live (C68) and the RYA Dinghy Show in Farnborough (F64).

Bainbridge launches range of Sailman Rings
Bainbridge launches range of Sailman Rings
Monday, 14 February 2022

Bainbridge International has launched a new, comprehensive range of Sailman Rings. Described as perfect for setting as head, tack, clew range as well as reefing points, the rings are also for use in a wide variety of industrial applications, incl...

New chandlery opens its doors at MDL Northney Marina
New chandlery opens its doors at MDL Northney Marina
Sunday, 13 February 2022 A new chandlery has opened its doors on Hayling island. Boxmarine Chandlery offers a wide selection of chandlery items from well known marine brands, leisure equipment and a selection of boutique gifts from one of of the most picturesque locations o...
BoatLife’s Debut Show Displays Over 120 Boats
BoatLife’s Debut Show Displays Over 120 Boats
Saturday, 12 February 2022

The brand-new show, BoatLife Live, opens on 17 February. The four-day show taking over 3 Halls at the NEC, has secured an exciting line-up of exhibitors, speakers and features and will deliver a memorable first show.

Open Day and ‘Crew Match’ for everyone interested in boating on the Solent
Open Day and ‘Crew Match’ for everyone interested in boating on the Solent
Saturday, 12 February 2022

The Royal Lymington Yacht Club will be hosting its annual Open Day and ‘Crew Match’ on 26 March to introduce the fun of sailing and boating to as many people in the community as possible.

Putin’s €87m superyacht makes hasty getaway amid sanction warnings
Putin’s €87m superyacht makes hasty getaway amid sanction warnings
Friday, 11 February 2022

The 82-metre superyacht Graceful, said to belong to Russian President Vladimir Putin, has been pictured sailing towards Russia from a German shipyard. The unexpected move has prompted speculation the Russian leader is avoiding the €87m vesse...

Experience SkyDock at BoatLife and the RYA Dinghy Show
Experience SkyDock at BoatLife and the RYA Dinghy Show
Friday, 11 February 2022

The Barton Team is excited to support two full-size SkyDock demonstration displays for visitors attending BoatLife Live at the NEC in Birmingham and the RYA Dinghy Show in its new location in Farnborough. 

Covid forces Auckland Boat Show to cancel for third time
Covid forces Auckland Boat Show to cancel for third time
Friday, 11 February 2022

The 2022 Auckland Boat Show, due to take place 17-20 March, has been cancelled.

Military charity seeks veterans for sailing expedition with a Tudor theme
Military charity seeks veterans for sailing expedition with a Tudor theme
Friday, 11 February 2022

A Cornish charity has launched a new campaign to find a team of military veterans for a Tudor-themed sailing trip between Cornwall and London.

Suntex acquires Key West marina
Suntex acquires Key West marina
Friday, 11 February 2022

Suntex Marina Investors has announced the acquisition of Garrison Bight Marina located on Key West in the Florida Keys.

Rayglass Boats appoints new dealer in Europe
Rayglass Boats appoints new dealer in Europe
Friday, 11 February 2022

Rayglass Boats has appointed Ancasta Group subsidiary PB Europe as the official dealer for Rayglass Protector vessels in Europe.

Scanstrut appoints UK distributor
Scanstrut appoints UK distributor
Friday, 11 February 2022

Scanstrut has entered into a new agreement with marine distribution expert, Barrus for the UK market.

Limestone adds first Canadian dealer to represent Aquasport Boats
Limestone adds first Canadian dealer to represent Aquasport Boats
Friday, 11 February 2022

The Limestone Boat Company, owner and builder of Aquasport Boats, Limestone Boats and Boca Bay Boats, has recently added its first Canadian-based dealer to represent the Aquasport Boats brand.

New leisure account manager for Baltic
New leisure account manager for Baltic
Friday, 11 February 2022

Baltic Safety Products has announced the appointment of Adrian Durrant as UK leisure account manager.

Pick a Pier launches boater loyalty programme
Pick a Pier launches boater loyalty programme
Friday, 11 February 2022

Marine tech specialist Pick a Pier is launching a loyalty programme Popeye® Sail Club this spring. The club gives boaters a sustainable loyalty boating club that allows members to set sail with guaranteed berthing in the best marinas. ...

Typhoon’s Hendra Hinge Drysuit – Women
Typhoon’s Hendra Hinge Drysuit – Women
Thursday, 10 February 2022 Introducing

Typhoon International’s extensive range of personal protective apparel benefits from the company’s 70 plus years of experience in technical marine clothing manufacturer and design. The resultant products incorporate the...

Bizarre accessory turns Tesla Cybertruck into amphibious boat
Bizarre accessory turns Tesla Cybertruck into amphibious boat
Thursday, 10 February 2022

A Seattle-based engineer has designed a set of add-ons that would convert Tesla’s Cybertruck, an electric pickup, into a catamaran.

Isle of Wight shipyard signs merger deal with OCEA
Isle of Wight shipyard signs merger deal with OCEA
Thursday, 10 February 2022

The Wight Shipyard Co., based at East Cowes, has made an all-share merger with multinational shipbuilder OCEA to create a combined group to ‘capitalise on the fast ferry and offshore renewable energy markets opportunities’.

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