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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.

RYA urges vigilance for orca encounters
RYA urges vigilance for orca encounters
Wednesday, 03 April 2024

The RYA and Cruising Association are urging vigilance for orca encounters in The Bay of Biscay, Iberian Peninsula and Strait of Gibraltar.

RYA renews long-term partnership with Bishop Skinner Marine
RYA renews long-term partnership with Bishop Skinner Marine
Wednesday, 03 April 2024

The RYA has renewed its partnership with boat insurance specialists Bishop Skinner Marine.

UK marina sold after falling into administration
UK marina sold after falling into administration
Wednesday, 03 April 2024

A company that provides berthing and marine services at a grade II-listed Welsh marina dating back to the 18th century has been sold after falling into administration in 2023.

Eight passengers left on African island after cruise ship departs without them
Eight passengers left on African island after cruise ship departs without them
Wednesday, 03 April 2024

Eight people have scrambled through a series of African countries to rejoin their cruise ship after it left São Tomé and Príncipe without them.

Palm Beach Boat Show reports largest fleet in 42-year history
Palm Beach Boat Show reports largest fleet in 42-year history
Wednesday, 03 April 2024

Organisers of the 2024 Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) have confirmed this year’s show featured a record number of vessels on display, making it the largest fleet in the show’s four-decade history.

Arksen announces £6m Series A funding round
Arksen announces £6m Series A funding round
Wednesday, 03 April 2024

Explorer and adventure yacht builder Arksen has launched its first public investment round. The UK firm is raising £6m Series A capital from institutional and retail investors.

MDL expands Shamrock Quay Marina
MDL expands Shamrock Quay Marina
Wednesday, 03 April 2024

MDL Marinas has acquired a 3.2-acre plot at Lower William Street in Southampton, on the UK’s south coast, offering expansion opportunities for its Shamrock Quay Marina.

Over 250 sails saved from landfill in first year of recycling scheme
Over 250 sails saved from landfill in first year of recycling scheme
Wednesday, 03 April 2024

British sailmaker OneSails GBR (East) says it has recycled, reused, and repurposed over 250 old and unwanted sails in 12 months, since partnering with marine charity ReSail in March 2023.

Beckett takes ILCA 7 dinghy lead after dramatic changes in World Cup Series event
Beckett takes ILCA 7 dinghy lead after dramatic changes in World Cup Series event
Tuesday, 02 April 2024

Great Britain’s Olympic hopeful Micky Beckett took advantage of a dramatic change of conditions at the 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by Iberostar on the second day of the World Cup Series event.

Sea breezes in as normal service resumed at 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by Iberostar
Sea breezes in as normal service resumed at 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by Iberostar
Tuesday, 02 April 2024

The thermal sea-breeze conditions for which Mallorca’s Bay of Palma is world renowned returned to allow a full programme of competition to be completed today, getting the giant 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by Iberostar Olympic cl...

MDL acquires 3.2-acre site to expand its Shamrock Quay Marina
MDL acquires 3.2-acre site to expand its Shamrock Quay Marina
Tuesday, 02 April 2024

MDL Marinas has announced the acquisition of a 3.2-acre plot at Lower William Street in Southampton, offering key expansion opportunities for its renowned Shamrock Quay Marina.

PEN DUICK VI TAKES OFF!
PEN DUICK VI TAKES OFF!
Tuesday, 02 April 2024

Continuing the theme of crazy, unusual weather all around the world during the 2023 McIntyre OCEAN GLOBE – a weak convoluted AZORES HIGH is handing out unique challenges for the fleet, but in the past few hours it is clear that PEN DUICK VI ...

ONESAILS GBR SAVES OVER 250 SAILS FROM LANDFILL IN FIRST YEAR WITH ‘RESAIL’ PLATFORM
ONESAILS GBR SAVES OVER 250 SAILS FROM LANDFILL IN FIRST YEAR WITH ‘RESAIL’ PLATFORM
Tuesday, 02 April 2024 Since partnering with ReSail by Clean Sailors in March 2023, OneSails GBR (East) has recycled, re-used and repurposed over 250 old and unwanted sails. Founded by not-for-profit organisation Clean Sailors in 2020, ReSail helps tackle the issue of old...
Vigilance seeks new Chair of Trustees
Vigilance seeks new Chair of Trustees
Tuesday, 02 April 2024

Vigilance, the Brixham-based heritage sailing trawler, is looking for a new Chair of Trustees following the untimely death last month of Colin Mawbey, the former chair.

Azimut-Benetti Group and D-Marin begin €15m Livorno marina build
Azimut-Benetti Group and D-Marin begin €15m Livorno marina build
Tuesday, 02 April 2024

Azimut-Benetti Group and marina company D–Marin will begin work on Livorno marina in Italy this month (April 2024).

Maritimo appoints exclusive Middle East dealer
Maritimo appoints exclusive Middle East dealer
Tuesday, 02 April 2024

Australian boatbuilder Maritimo has appointed Dubai Power Boats as its exclusive dealer in the Middle East, representing its motor yachts in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) regions, including United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar ...

Humpback whale rescued from fishing ropes off Cornish coast
Humpback whale rescued from fishing ropes off Cornish coast
Tuesday, 02 April 2024

Rescue teams have saved a large humpback whale that got caught in fishing ropes off the coast of Cornwall, UK.

Vetus appoints sales manager for Netherlands and Belgium
Vetus appoints sales manager for Netherlands and Belgium
Tuesday, 02 April 2024

Vetus, a developer of complete boat systems, has appointed Kevin Theuns as manager of sales for the Netherlands and Belgium, effective from 1 April 2024.

UK seagrass project reaches final push
UK seagrass project reaches final push
Tuesday, 02 April 2024

The ReMEDIES seagrass restoration project, funded by the EU LIFE programme, is heading into its final six months.

Rooster sponsors Women’s Open Keelboat Championships
Rooster sponsors Women’s Open Keelboat Championships
Tuesday, 02 April 2024

Technical clothing watersports brand Rooster has confirmed its sponsorship of the 2024 Women’s Open Keelboat Championships (WOKC) in the UK this May.

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