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Thank you to all MIN‘s readers who continue to check out the latest in marine industry news on a daily basis. Over the last 12 months, MIN‘s covered a huge number of product launches, unpicked government regulations, conducted exclusi...

In response to the evolving use of the UK’s 2,000-mile canal network, the Canal & River Trust has appointed a new independent commission to review the legal framework governing boat licensing. This initiative aims to ensure that regulat...

The anticipation is building! The intrepid sailors and their remarkable 5.80 mini sailboats have begun arriving in Lagos, Portugal, marking the start of a truly extraordinary adventure – the 5.80 Mini Globe Race. This epic challenge, which will ...

Innovation, research and a mammoth volunteering effort by people helped conservationists learn more about wildlife in UK seas, reveals The Wildlife Trusts’ 2024 marine review, published today.

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Harland & Wolff, the Belfast shipyard famed for constructing the Titanic, has been acquired by Spanish state-owned shipbuilder Navantia in a deal that preserves approximately 1,000 jobs across the UK. This acquisition includes Harland & W...

ePropulsion Americas, a company specialising in marine electric propulsion systems and services, has announced the launch of the Seaview 50 catamaran, developed in partnership with China’s Heysea Yachts.

Marine Chandlery has acquired Bayside Marine’s assets, signalling a strategic expansion in the marine retail sector just six months after its initial launch in June 2024. 

Multiplex, the superyacht carbon equipment manufacturer, has appointed Marko Böhme as its new chief operating officer.  Böhme will bring significant maritime industry expertise to the Germany-based firm’s management team...

River Canal Rescue (RCR) is expanding its service offerings with a new training facility at its Staffordshire headquarters, targeting boat owners marina, and boatyard staff. 

Advance Yacht Systems, a provider of marine equipment in the UK and Ireland, has introduced the Remoran EasyLift: a mounting and deployment system for marine hydrogenerators. 

Damen Shipyards Group and Kongsberg Maritime have celebrated the delivery of the 1,500th Kongsberg azimuth thruster to Damen, in a relationship spanning more than 40 years.

The incredible three-sided battle, halfway across the frozen southern Pacific, midway between Tasmania and Cape Horn, continues at high speeds. Yoann Richomme (PAPREC ARKÉA) took the lead yesterday, Sébastien Simon (Groupe Dubreuil) ...

The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published an update on accidents involving dive boats operating in the Red Sea. The branch has made public its worry of ‘serious concerns with safety’ with some of the boats. ...

A significant environmental disaster is unfolding in the Kerch Strait following the failure of three Russian-flagged tankers, resulting in an oil spill.

Polish catamaran manufacturer Sunreef Yachts has announced the sale of its first unit in its Sunreef 35-metre Eco series. 

In an era where many yacht clubs are experiencing a decline in participation, especially among young sailors, the Junior Offshore Group (JOG) Yacht Racing is defying the trend. The group has reported a 24 per cent increase in membership and a 30 ...

British Marine is strongly opposing the UK government’s proposed inheritance tax reforms, cautioning that these changes could devastate family-owned marine businesses. 

ExploMar has announced a strategic partnership as it advances into the Chinese market. The company is now collaborating with what has been described as a top-tier dealer in China’s outboard motor market, with over 20 years of expertise.

Klein Marine Systems (sonar technologies) has added Ted Curley to its leadership team. Curley joins with over 35 years of experience in the underwater technology industry, bringing expertise across both defence and commercial markets.