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RNLI launches first World Drowning Prevention Day
RNLI launches first World Drowning Prevention Day
Thursday, 22 July 2021

The RNLI is encouraging people to take action to stay safe as it marks the first World Drowning Prevention Day on 25 July.

New TowPro aims to prevent superyacht tender loss
New TowPro aims to prevent superyacht tender loss
Thursday, 22 July 2021

Launched in July across Europe and scheduled for launch in the USA in September, TowPro is a system designed to reduce risk and actively prevent tender loss through monitoring.

Typhoon International headlines sponsorship of Scorpion Nationals 2021
Typhoon International headlines sponsorship of Scorpion Nationals 2021
Thursday, 22 July 2021

Typhoon International, a manufacturer of watersports clothing and accessories, is to sponsor the 2021 Scorpion National Championships in Penzance in association with Craftinsure and FFX. The Nationals will take place from 15-20 August, with over ...

Hannah Mills “overwhelmed” by Team GB flagbearer call-up
Hannah Mills “overwhelmed” by Team GB flagbearer call-up
Thursday, 22 July 2021

Olympic champion Hannah Mills says being named as a flagbearer for Team GB at Friday’s opening ceremony of Tokyo 2020 is the greatest honour of her career.

Simrad® Celebrates Its 75th Anniversary
Simrad® Celebrates Its 75th Anniversary
Wednesday, 21 July 2021

Simrad Yachting is recognising its 75th Anniversary this summer with a number of initiatives including the celebration of boating’s ability to bring people together, detailing the history of notable Simrad® products and publishing its ow...

Additional £13 million needed for Isle of Man Liverpool ferry terminal
Additional £13 million needed for Isle of Man Liverpool ferry terminal
Wednesday, 21 July 2021

The Manx government may need to spend an additional £13.8m to progress the Isle of Man ferry terminal in Liverpool.

WATCH: Shark circles swimmers at Florida beach
WATCH: Shark circles swimmers at Florida beach
Wednesday, 21 July 2021

A video has gone viral of a shark appearing to circle two swimmers off the coast of Florida.

Finsulate, boatfolk and five others partner to launch Cleaner marina
Finsulate, boatfolk and five others partner to launch Cleaner marina
Wednesday, 21 July 2021

Seven sailing organisations, including boatfolk, Finsulate and the Ocean Cruising Club, have joined forces to champion marinas as guardians of cleaner waters, and have launched a free, online resource Cleaner marina.

Ibiza and Mallorca marinas employ eco water-cleaning robot
Ibiza and Mallorca marinas employ eco water-cleaning robot
Wednesday, 21 July 2021

Marina Ibiza and Marina Port de Mallorca are the first ports in Spain to use Geneseas, a water-cleaning robot.

Monaco upgrades marine electric charging
Monaco upgrades marine electric charging
Wednesday, 21 July 2021

Yacht Club de Monaco has upgraded its dockside charging facilities with Aqua superPower’s second generation rapid chargers to serve the growing electric boat and superyacht market.

World’s first hybrid daughter craft for offshore wind to be built in UK
World’s first hybrid daughter craft for offshore wind to be built in UK
Wednesday, 21 July 2021

The world’s first hybrid daughter craft vessels designed to support the offshore wind market are to be built in the UK through a new multi-million-pound deal.

Tecnomar delivers new motor yacht
Tecnomar delivers new motor yacht
Wednesday, 21 July 2021

Tecnomar, part of The Italian Sea Group brand, has announced the delivery of the new EVO120 Yacht.

Recently Sold - C-Kip 40
Recently Sold - C-Kip 40
Wednesday, 21 July 2021

Last week Boatshed Brighton sold this 1982 C-Kip 40.

Southampton International Boat Show is back and tickets go on sale today!
Southampton International Boat Show is back and tickets go on sale today!
Tuesday, 20 July 2021

The excitement is mounting as tickets go on sale for Southampton International Boat Show, taking place from 10 – 19 September.

DAME Awards at METSTRADE opens for entries
DAME Awards at METSTRADE opens for entries
Tuesday, 20 July 2021

Entries have opened for the DAME Awards, which last took place in 2019.

Sunreef reveals new power cat range
Sunreef reveals new power cat range
Tuesday, 20 July 2021

Sunreef Yachts has revealed the designs of an all-new 60-90ft range of power catamarans that has been in the works for the last three years.

Lürssen’s Project 13800 set for summer delivery and debut at Monaco
Lürssen’s Project 13800 set for summer delivery and debut at Monaco
Tuesday, 20 July 2021

Lürssen has revealed that it will be displaying the latest delivery from the yard at the Monaco Yacht Show this year. Project 13800 will be delivered this summer and will have her world debut at the show.

Southampton’s Deacons Used Boat Show calls for listings
Southampton’s Deacons Used Boat Show calls for listings
Tuesday, 20 July 2021

With demand for used boats having never been higher, Deacons Used Boat Show, taking place 10-19 September in Bursledon, Southampton, is open for owners to list their boats at the upcoming show.

SMG Distribution showcasing at Sea Angling Classic this week
SMG Distribution showcasing at Sea Angling Classic this week
Tuesday, 20 July 2021

Distributor of marine electronics, SMG, in partnership with Boxmarine, is showcasing a range of products including Garmin and Railblaza at the initial media event of the new Sea Angling Classic.

North P&I Club appoints Nick Wolfe to drive diversification forward
North P&I Club appoints Nick Wolfe to drive diversification forward
Tuesday, 20 July 2021

Global marine insurer North P&I Club has reaffirmed its drive for diversification by appointing Nick Wolfe as deputy global director (underwriting), reflecting a significant expansion in his leadership role in developing the diversification s...

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