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Irish Ferries is extending its network of existing routes from Ireland to Britain with a new service between Dover and Calais, which launches on 29 June.

The RNLI is hosting online activities for 11 to 13-year-olds to educate them on the world of engineering and encourage them to consider studying science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects at GSCE level. 

The inaugural MDL Green Tech Boat Show has been deemed a great success by both organisers and exhibitors, with over 500 people visiting throughout the two-day show.

Premier Marinas in conjunction with safety equipment specialists, Seago Yachting will be holding a Flares Disposal Day at Brighton Marina this Saturday 26 June.

The RWYC Lonely Rock Race is already synonymous with the 608 miles original Fastnet racecourse starting from Ryde and Finishing in Plymouth.

The British Classic Yacht Club has confirmed this year’s British Classic Week will go ahead from 17 – 24 July.  Now in its 19th edition, the regatta will take place despite ongoing Covid restrictions.

The Island Sailing Club has postponed the Windeler Cup to 7 August 2021.

Swedish tech company Candela has showcased its electric hydrofoiling Candela C-7 through the waterways of Venice and says its wake-free design could save Venice from moto ondoso or wake damage.

Local organisations have just a few days left to review Portsmouth City Council’s Lennox Point marine employment hub proposals and provide feedback.

Two German tourists from Munich are being investigated for alleged manslaughter and failure to provide assistance following a fatal boat crash on Italy’s Lake Garda on Sunday in which an Italian man and woman were killed.

Gosport-based Seldén Mast Ltd has consolidated its UK aftermarket distribution through Technical Marine Supplies (TMS) following an exceptionally busy start to 2021.

Lürssen has completed a technical launch of its 122m superyacht Jag. The yacht hit the water for the first time on June 22 and was traditionally launched on a slipway. 

The winners of the United Nations World Oceans Day Photo Competition 2021 have been announced. The competition received around 1,400 entries from around the world.

In support of a buoyant marine sector down under, the Marina Industries Association (MIA) in partnership with the Boating Industry Association (BIA) and Superyacht Australia has launched Marine Jobs.

Last week Boatshed Isle of Wight sold this 1985 Hallberg Rassy 38.

Twenty-six-year-old British sailor David Paul is set to join the crème de la crème of the sailing world when he tackles the gruelling La Solitaire Du Figaro yacht race this summer—all to raise funds for international water char...

The US Navy caused a 3.9 magnitude earthquake in the Atlantic Ocean, after setting off multiple explosions near to its new warship.

The Mayflower Autonomous Ship (MAS400) has been forced to return home, following a mechanical problem.

A new development at Colne Marina, first approved for planning in 1976, is set to bring job opportunities to Brightlingsea, Essex, as well as clean up and reinvigorate its creek.

Downing Street has confirmed that a new national flagship, reportedly costing £200m, will be paid for by the Ministry of Defence (MoD).