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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.

Omaya Yachts appoints Turkish dealer
Omaya Yachts appoints Turkish dealer
Wednesday, 18 September 2024

Bulgarian powercat brand Omaya Yachts has appointed Mirgi Yacht as its representative in Turkey.

boatcare launches EcoMarine division
boatcare launches EcoMarine division
Wednesday, 18 September 2024

boatcare, the national boat maintenance company founded by UK boating business, boatfolk, has launched its sustainability division – EcoMarine at Southampton International Boat Show.

UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED!
UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED!
Wednesday, 18 September 2024

National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, has announced the winner of its twelfth annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the UK and Ireland’s historic relationship with the...

Athena Pathway Hits the Water on Day 1 of UniCredit Youth America’s Cup
Athena Pathway Hits the Water on Day 1 of UniCredit Youth America’s Cup
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

The UniCredit Youth America’s Cup kicked off its third edition today in Barcelona, but light winds caused delays before the fleet took to the race course in tricky conditions.

RACING AT THE LIMIT ON DAY ONE OF THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
RACING AT THE LIMIT ON DAY ONE OF THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

Sometimes, good things take time, and after a lengthy delay on day one of the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup in Barcelona as the lower-end wind-limit of 7.5 knots struggled to be met, suddenly, in the early evening the regatta roared into lif...

Trade Tuesday returns to the Southampton International Boat Show 2024 with resounding success
Trade Tuesday returns to the Southampton International Boat Show 2024 with resounding success
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

British Marine announced the successful return of Trade Tuesday at the Southampton International Boat Show today (17 September).

Website traffic comparisons update - June to August 2024
Website traffic comparisons update - June to August 2024
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

We're pleased to bring you the latest website traffic figures, updated by SimilarWeb, reflecting our performance from June to August 2024 compared to other key players in the marine brokerage industry.

Athena Pathway ready to defend Youth America’s Cup for Britain
Athena Pathway ready to defend Youth America’s Cup for Britain
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

The Athena Pathway Programme youth team, supported by Cobham-Ultra, is set to compete for GBR in the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup in its bid to retain the trophy, after Britain last won the event in 2017.  

Titanic shipyard owner Harland & Wolff to enter administration
Titanic shipyard owner Harland & Wolff to enter administration
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

Harland & Wolff, the historic shipyard company known for building the Titanic, has announced that it is insolvent and expects to enter administration this week.

Twin Vee PowerCats develops new digital boat-buying platform
Twin Vee PowerCats develops new digital boat-buying platform
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

Twin Vee PowerCats, a Florida-based manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of power sport boats, has revealed details of its new Pro-Direct Platform, a digital boat buying platform based on concepts used in the automotive industry. The firm says...

Yanmar launches first electric propulsion product
Yanmar launches first electric propulsion product
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

Yanmar Marine International (YMI) has unveiled its E-Saildrive series, confirming the engine maker’s entrance into the electric propulsion market. The new product line aims to facilitate emission-free sailing for boats under 40 feet.

CMC Marine partners with Dometic on stabiliser technology
CMC Marine partners with Dometic on stabiliser technology
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

CMC Marine, a specialist in electrically operated stabilisation systems, announced several developments at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival as part of its three-year, €10m investment plan. 

Arksen acquires travel firm and launches Arksen Adventures
Arksen acquires travel firm and launches Arksen Adventures
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

British explorer and adventure yacht builder Arksen has acquired Kraken Travel, a marine adventure company. This acquisition leads to the launch of Arksen Adventures, an initiative that will offer various expeditions across land and sea.

HULL FISHING COMPANY SUPPORTS SEA CADETS FOR FOURTH YEAR
HULL FISHING COMPANY SUPPORTS SEA CADETS FOR FOURTH YEAR
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

North Atlantic Fishing Company continues its commitment to inspiring the next generation of mariners with sponsorship of the Hull Sea Cadets’ annual camping and sailing trip to Welton Water for the fourth consecutive year.

Saxdor Yachts expands production and launches digital app
Saxdor Yachts expands production and launches digital app
Tuesday, 17 September 2024

Saxdor Yachts announced significant growth and new initiatives at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024. Since its inception in 2019, the Finnish boatbuilder has demonstrated continued progress, producing over 2,000 boats, with current annual product...

Azimut and Rolls-Royce partner on mtu propulsion
Azimut and Rolls-Royce partner on mtu propulsion
Monday, 16 September 2024

In a move set to harness ‘great potential in the development of the yacht models’, Rolls-Royce and Azimut|Benetti group will be working more closely together on yacht propulsion systems in the future. They’ve agreed a partnershi...

Freedom Boat Club acquires South Florida franchise operation
Freedom Boat Club acquires South Florida franchise operation
Monday, 16 September 2024

Boat club operator and Brunswick brand, Freedom Boat Club, has acquired the South Florida franchise operations and territory, adding 13 corporate locations from Pompano Beach to Stuart, Florida, with the rights to expand throughout the southeast ...

BlueNav expands in Italy and Turkey
BlueNav expands in Italy and Turkey
Monday, 16 September 2024

The innovative boat hybridsation specialist, BlueNav is expanding its international distribution network and has signed contracts in Italy with Incofin and with Artı Marin in Turkey.

Ancasta holds UK premieres at SIBS 2024 
Ancasta holds UK premieres at SIBS 2024 
Monday, 16 September 2024

The Ancasta Group is showcasing a wide-ranging lineup of yachts, motor yachts, catamarans and RIBs at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS), which runs until 22 September 2024. 

Northrop & Johnson named European agent for Doggersbank flagship
Northrop & Johnson named European agent for Doggersbank flagship
Monday, 16 September 2024

Northrop & Johnson Yacht broker Jaap Havenga has been appointed the exclusive Europe-wide agent for the latest models from explorer yacht brand, Doggersbank. Northrop & Johnson will be the European agent for Doggersbank 90 Offsh...

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