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Hydrogen-powered, driverless ‘green submarines’ win Government funding
Wednesday, 15 September 2021The first green submarine study has been named as one of 55 winning projects of a £23m Government-funded research and development competition, announced by Transport Secretary Grant Shapps, as part of ...
New EasyTide platform launches providing free UK tidal predictions
Wednesday, 15 September 2021The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has launched its new ADMIRALTY EasyTide platform, which will provide free tidal information for over 600 UK port locations.
Finisterre launches collaboration with RNLI
Wednesday, 15 September 2021Outdoor clothing manufacturer, Finisterre, has launched a co-branded collection, of which 10 per cent of every sale from the range will be donated to the RNLI.
BHG Marine debuts AB Inflatables
Wednesday, 15 September 2021BHG Marine, UK and Ireland distributor for AB Inflatables, is debuting AB Inflatables and ABJET at the Southampton International Boat Show (stand E065).
Recently Sold - Wide Beam 60ft Cruiser Stern
Wednesday, 15 September 2021Last week Boatshed Lancashire sold this 2017 Wide Beam 60ft Cruiser Stern.
Gadgets are go at SIBS
Wednesday, 15 September 2021The 52nd edition of the Southampton International Boat Show is in full swing and the small yet mighty gadgets and tech innovations are creating quite a buzz.
October 2021 BoatBid - Entries Open
Wednesday, 15 September 2021The October 2021 BoatBid auction will be starting on :
Monday 4th October 2021
and running through to:
Sunday 10th October 2021
SINGLE-USE PLASTIC GIVEN THE ELBOW AT SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
Tuesday, 14 September 2021The Green Blue and the Final Straw Foundation launch ground-breaking Single-Use Plastic Free Accreditation.
Britain’s Favourite Boating and Watersports Show Returns with a Splash
Tuesday, 14 September 2021The much-anticipated return of Britain’s biggest boating and watersports show has already made a big splash during a very successful first weekend. Opened by members of the British Olympic Sailing Team and Ian Cooke, President of British Mar...
Winners of prestigious yachting awards crowned
Tuesday, 14 September 2021A star-studded evening at the Grand Café Southampton saw the crowning of the prestigious YJA Stoneways Marine Yachtsman of the Year, Young Sailor of the Year and the new Young Journalist of the Year 2021.
UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED
Tuesday, 14 September 2021National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, has announced the winner of its ninth annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the UK’s historic relationship with the sea.
£8.5m Ferrari sale helps fund new RNLI boathouse
Tuesday, 14 September 2021The sale of two rare classic Ferrari cars worth £8.5m have helped fund the build of a new lifeboat boathouse in north Wales.
Japan claims second win of SailGP Season 2
Tuesday, 14 September 2021The scintillating waters of Saint-Tropez lit up with excitement for thousands of fans on the final day of racing of the France Sail Grand Prix. Equipped with the newly-fitted, mammoth 29 meter wingsail, the continuation of light-wind conditions di...
Barrus expands green energy offerings with new partnership
Tuesday, 14 September 2021Barrus has announced the introduction of the WhisperPower brand to its growing portfolio at the Southampton International Boat Show 2021.
RYA appoints new director of external affairs
Tuesday, 14 September 2021The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has today announced the appointment of Mel Hide as its new director of external affairs, following her predecessor Howard Pridding’s decision to retire from full-time employment.
Fischer Panda UK debuts Energy Recovery watermaker at SIBS
Tuesday, 14 September 2021Fischer Panda UK is introducing a revolutionary new watermaker at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show.
Milford Marina celebrates 30 years
Tuesday, 14 September 2021Milford Marina, one of Wales’ top marinas, is celebrating its 30thAnniversary.
North America’s first all-electric car ferries depart for Canada
Tuesday, 14 September 2021The first, fully electric road ferries to sail in North America are now on their way from Damen Shipyards Galati to Lake Ontario, Canada, to begin operations.
Wetwheels’ ambitious expansion plan makes a splash at Southampton International Boat Show
Tuesday, 14 September 2021The man who launched boating charity Wetwheels a decade ago to give disabled people the opportunity to feel “free and independent on the water” has announced expansion plans to allow 100,000 participants to enjoy the life-changing expe...
Docking made easier with Volvo Penta and Garmin partnership
Tuesday, 14 September 2021Volvo Penta and Garmin have continued their collaboration by making it possible to combine two independent systems: Volvo Penta Assisted Docking and Garmin Surround View Camera System. This pairing will make docking more car-like than ever before...
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