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The annual Superyacht UK Technical Seminar has recorded positive feedback and a strong turnout, after the event concluded at London’s St Katharine Docks.

Propeller manufacturer Hundested Propeller has completed the acquisition of Ocean Marine Systems Ltd (OMS) in the UK, for an undisclosed sum. Dorset-based OMS is now a subsidiary of the Danish firm.

Wessex Resins is attending the 2023 JEC World event in Paris (25-27 April) and is taking its Pro-Set epoxy team to Hall 5 – F23.

Multiple boats sales, sea trial requests and quality leads at the 2023 South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show have left exhibitors delighted, with over 90 per cent already signed up for next year’s show.

A new marina has opened on Dover’s revitalised waterfront, with space for over 160 yachts and small leisure boats.

“Brexit has come with some major challenges,” says Alistair Hackett, MD at Ocean Safety. Those challenges have far-reaching consequences for the commercial marine industry. He says his company has had to adapt to meet the new regulati...

Over 120 guests enjoyed a spectacular networking lunch at the Southampton Harbour Hotel on Friday (21 April 2023), courtesy of specialist marine communications agency MAA, the publisher of Marine Industry News.

Epoxy brand West System has reformulated its 207 Coating Hardener. In addition to offering high strength and moisture resistance properties, West System says the new 207 Special Clear Hardener offers an exceptionally clear finish.  

Volvo Group has announced its first-quarter fiscal results for 2023, revealing record gains.

The Seafarers’ Charity has announced funding for a new service to support women seafarers who have experienced sexual trauma while working at sea.

The British Marine Trades Association has announced ticketing details for the British Marine Trades Association Awards dinner for 2023.

229 days from the start with just one week till the finish in Les Sables d’Olonne with 29.000 miles under the keel, Abhilash Tomy (IND) BAYANAT and Kirsten Neuschäfer (ZAF) are now separated by only a few miles. This is an incredibly ti...

The line-up for the Youth & Women’s America’s Cup has been completed with the announcement that teams from Germany, Sweden and Australia will be joining the established six official entrants for the America’s Cup representing...

Pantaenius UK has announced they will be continuing and increasing their support for the Wetwheels Foundation. As leading advocates for the charity, this purposeful alliance is underpinned by a shared vision to augment the provision of barrier-fre...

Diversified financial services firm MA Financial has entered into an agreement to acquire Australia’s largest marina network, d’Albora, from Balmain Corporation.

Swedish technology company X Shore has partnered with Safe Harbor Marinas to increase access to sustainable boating across the United States.

Turkish boat builder, Dromeas Yachts has announced that Lotus Investment Group has invested in its group of companies, including DRM Advanced Composites, which opened last year (2022).

Researchers studying the Great Pacific Garbage Patch have found dozens of different species of marine life thriving amid the piles of swirling plastic and debris — including species that are usually only found in coastal habitats.

US boating brand Sea Ray has launched the SLX 280 Outboard, the latest model in its range of premium SLX Series of recreational craft.

The Canal & River Trust has completed a £533,000 ten-week project to repair the Dead Dog Bridge on the Regent’s Canal in Camden, including painting the bridge its original ‘Indian Red’ colour.