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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.

Marine-i helps develop innovative mooring system for Falmouth Harbour
Marine-i helps develop innovative mooring system for Falmouth Harbour
Wednesday, 16 June 2021

Marine-i has announced its support for a pioneering new mooring system for use in Falmouth Harbour.

No agreement reached for Emirates Team New Zealand
No agreement reached for Emirates Team New Zealand
Wednesday, 16 June 2021

Emirates Team New Zealand representing the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron and the Government, along with Auckland Council, have concluded exclusive discussions regarding funding for the next America’s Cup (AC37) following ETNZ’s succ...

Charity seeks wounded veterans for Long Way Up sailing adventure
Charity seeks wounded veterans for Long Way Up sailing adventure
Wednesday, 16 June 2021

A Cornish charity has launched a campaign to find a team of wounded veterans for an ambitious 2,000-mile sailing expedition from Land’s End to John O’ Groats – and back.

America’s Cup may travel as $100m bid rejected
America’s Cup may travel as $100m bid rejected
Wednesday, 16 June 2021

After three months of negotiations, Emirates Team New Zealand (ETNZ) says it is commencing discussions with other nations to look into options of hosting AC37 events.

Michelin develops giant inflatable sails
Michelin develops giant inflatable sails
Wednesday, 16 June 2021

French multinational Michelin has announced its Wing Sail Mobility project (WISAMO) solution –  an automated, telescopic, inflatable wing that can be fitted on all types of vessels, including cargo ships and pleasure cra...

The Clipper Race partners with Our Isles and Oceans
The Clipper Race partners with Our Isles and Oceans
Wednesday, 16 June 2021

The Clipper Race has teamed up with Our Isles and Oceans, a new campaign set to create funded programmes for young people affected by lockdown. 

Royal Navy partners with UK firms to create marine robotics training centre
Royal Navy partners with UK firms to create marine robotics training centre
Wednesday, 16 June 2021

The Royal Navy, SeaBot XR, and the UK’s National Oceanography Centre (NOC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to create the National Centre for Operational Excellence in Marine Robotics based in Southampton, UK.

British Youth Sailing launches Recognised Windsurf Clubs
British Youth Sailing launches Recognised Windsurf Clubs
Wednesday, 16 June 2021

British Youth Sailing is aiming to provide a clearer pathway for young windsurfers with the addition of a new ‘Recognised Windsurf Club’ status. 

Marine-i helps develop innovative mooring system for Falmouth Harbour
Marine-i helps develop innovative mooring system for Falmouth Harbour
Wednesday, 16 June 2021

Marine-i has announced its support for a new mooring system in Falmouth Harbour. It’s said the new system would help to increase the operating capacity in the harbour, without the need for large-scale infrastructure development.

Recently Sold - Jonathan Wilson 58ft
Recently Sold - Jonathan Wilson 58ft
Wednesday, 16 June 2021

Last week Boatshed Yorkshire sold this 2013 Jonathan Wilson 58ft.

Bentley’s car interior inspires luxury yacht design
Bentley’s car interior inspires luxury yacht design
Wednesday, 16 June 2021

Bentley Motors has worked alongside Contest Yachts to customise the interior of a Contest 59 CS yacht to match the design of one of its Continental GT V8 coupe.

British Marine CEO recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours
British Marine CEO recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours
Tuesday, 15 June 2021

Lesley Robinson, CEO of British Marine, has been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List 2021.

Round the Island Race: Standard Entries close on Saturday
Round the Island Race: Standard Entries close on Saturday
Tuesday, 15 June 2021

With more than 1,000 entries already for the 90th anniversary Round the Island Race, there will be a big celebration of boating on 3 July.

New Andrew Simpson Yachting training centre opens in Haslar Marina
New Andrew Simpson Yachting training centre opens in Haslar Marina
Tuesday, 15 June 2021

Based in Haslar Marina in Gosport, the new Andrew Simpson Yachting training centre of excellence offers a wide range of RYA-approved shore-based and practical courses.

Fairline Yachts acquired by Hanover Investors
Fairline Yachts acquired by Hanover Investors
Tuesday, 15 June 2021

Motor yacht builder Fairline Yachts is being acquired for an undisclosed sum by Hanover Investors, as the company seeks to capitalise on the buoyant global market, it has been announced.

New investors acquire Fairline Yachts
New investors acquire Fairline Yachts
Tuesday, 15 June 2021

Failine Yachts, which recently appointed a new UK dealer, is being acquired by Hanover Investors.

Gosport Marine Festival to take to the water this September
Gosport Marine Festival to take to the water this September
Tuesday, 15 June 2021

The Gosport Marine Festival will return on Saturday 4 September 2021, offering people lots of ways to get out and enjoy the water.

Pulse 63 by RS Electric Boats to debut at The Green Tech Boat Show
Pulse 63 by RS Electric Boats to debut at The Green Tech Boat Show
Tuesday, 15 June 2021

RS Electric Boats will present their latest generation of electric RIB, the Pulse 63, for the first time at The Green Tech Boat Show 2021 hosted by MDL Marinas at Queen Anne’s Battery, Plymouth, 19 – 20 June. 

Gosport Marine Festival takes to the water again
Gosport Marine Festival takes to the water again
Tuesday, 15 June 2021

Offering the people of Gosport a multitude of opportunities to get out on the water, the Gosport Marine Festival will return on 4 September 2021.

Broadblue 346 ECO debuts at The Green Tech Boat Show
Broadblue 346 ECO debuts at The Green Tech Boat Show
Tuesday, 15 June 2021

First, take a trip back to 2009 and a milestone for Broadblue Catamarans. The first electric drive model from UK production catamaran builder Broadblue was the Broadblue 345. This innovative 10.2m catamaran employed the Fischer Panda drive system ...

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