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Fund Britain’s Waterways Announces Nationwide Campaign Weekend
Wednesday, 01 May 2024Fund Britain’s Waterways (FBW), a leading advocacy group championing the sustainable future of Britain’s canals and rivers, announces a significant weekend of action planned for the upcoming May Day Bank Holiday, 4-6 May 2024.
DAME Awards uncovered: behind the scenes of the judging process
Wednesday, 01 May 2024In the latest issue of Marine Industry News magazine, editor Chantal Haines talks to DAME Award non-voting secretary Kim Hollamby about the judging process, top submissions and what the panel really looks for in winning products.
Trilleen - Sailing around Britain Update
Wednesday, 01 May 2024Ian Wyllie, who bought a boat via Boatshed IOW in February 2021 is taking on the challenge of sailing around Britain single handed. Here is his latest update:
Video: Yacht gets wedged under UK railway bridge
Wednesday, 01 May 2024Motorists in the UK county of Essex were left surprised after a large yacht caused a traffic jam when it became stuck underneath a railway bridge.
Why Boatshed is no longer using YachtWorld - A message from our Founder
Wednesday, 01 May 2024We understand some of our clients concerns about their boat no longer being listed on YachtWorld. I'd like to explain why Boatshed has chosen to focus solely on our platform and how this benefits you.
Yamaha offers free upgrade to Helm Master EX
Wednesday, 01 May 2024Yamaha Marine is offering boaters a free upgrade to its Helm Master EX control rigging system upon the purchase of any compatible 150hp—450hp outboard engine until 30 June 2024.
Southampton International Boat Show introduces new foiling feature
Wednesday, 01 May 2024The Southampton International Boat Show has confirmed a new foiling feature for 2024, which joins the lineup on the show’s On the Water Stage.
Vetus expands sales team in US
Wednesday, 01 May 2024Vetus, developer of boat systems, has appointed Rebecca Lancashire as sales manager for Florida and the US Gulf region.
Shootin’ the Breeze…
Wednesday, 01 May 2024Stephen and Estelle have lived onboard longer than on land!
Futuristic UAE-based Mirarri yacht to be built by ‘flying’ Foiler group, Enata
Wednesday, 01 May 2024Enata Marine — a division of the Enata Group, a manufacturing group headquartered in the United Arab Emirates — has struck a deal with Mirarri, a new yacht brand from the UAE.
HOT TOPIC: WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A BOAT CLUB
Wednesday, 01 May 2024Perhaps you are considering joining a boat club this year or just want to know how they work. If so, Michelle Voss, director, global public relations – Brunswick Corporation, is here to help.
Marine Super Store partners with The Sea Angling Classic
Wednesday, 01 May 2024The Sea Angling Classic, one of the most anticipated events in the angling community, has announced Marine Super Store as its newest event support partner for the upcoming tournament to be held at Premier Marinas Port Solent.
Southampton International Boat Show announces the return of its amazing On the Water Stage
Tuesday, 30 April 2024The Southampton International Boat Show has announce an exhilarating addition to its On the Water Stage this year. Making its debut is the spectacular sport of Wing foiling, featuring the awe-inspiring talent of National Champion Hugo Dobrijevic, ...
Marina Focus: Largs Yacht Haven
Tuesday, 30 April 2024Discover Scotland’s largest and most popular marina…
Video: Florida boaters caught dumping rubbish overboard during boozy Boca Bash
Tuesday, 30 April 2024An investigation is underway after a group of spring breakers in Florida were caught dumping bags of rubbish off their boat and into the sea during the annual Boca Bash event.
MAIB report on horror accident in BVIs and death of five-year-old girl
Tuesday, 30 April 2024The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has released its report on the investigation of the loss of control of the powerboat Awesome near Little Thatch Island, British Virgin Islands, on 2 October 2022, resulting in two fatal...
Australian boatbuilder Riviera launches 6,000th yacht
Tuesday, 30 April 2024Australian luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, launched its 6,000th motor yacht at its production facility on Queensland’s Gold Coast, heralding a significant milestone for the company.
Closing waterways is ‘last resort’, says Canal & River Trust
Tuesday, 30 April 2024Representatives from the Fund Britain’s Waterways (FBW) coalition have met with senior representatives of the Canal & River Trust to have an ‘open and frank’ discussion about the future of the country’s waterways.
C-Map rolls out major cartography update for Europe
Tuesday, 30 April 2024C-Map, a leader in digital marine cartography and cloud-based mapping and part of Navico Group, has announced a major update to its European charts. These updates include extended inland coverage for Northern France, over 200 new lakes for France...
Yamaha hails ‘triumph’ for 350hp V6 engine in Italy
Tuesday, 30 April 2024Yamaha Marine has demonstrated its new 350hp V6 engine to a gathering of marine journalists and influencers in La Spezia, Italy.
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