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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.

Manitou Pontoon boats makes Australian debut
Manitou Pontoon boats makes Australian debut
Friday, 27 October 2023

Manitou Pontoon boats has made its Australian debut at the Melbourne Boat Show (26-29 October 2023).

In Focus: Raymarine’s seizing automated opportunities
In Focus: Raymarine’s seizing automated opportunities
Friday, 27 October 2023

“More automation onboard will take away the risk of boating,” says Andy King, Raymarine’s VP of sales. It’s a future that the sensor company is looking forward to – being as it’s positioned itself to provide wh...

Shakespeare Marine partners with GMA for European sales
Shakespeare Marine partners with GMA for European sales
Friday, 27 October 2023

Marine antenna design specialist, Shakespeare Marine has announced a partnership with Global Marine Associates Ltd (GMA) for the sales of its products across Europe.

MDL Marinas says 50 years of success is ‘underpinned by continuous investment’
MDL Marinas says 50 years of success is ‘underpinned by continuous investment’
Friday, 27 October 2023

Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, MDL Marinas says it is proud to continue to invest significantly across its marinas and products.  

VIDEO: Six Down, Eight to Go in OGR
VIDEO: Six Down, Eight to Go in OGR
Thursday, 26 October 2023

After 45 days of sailing, the former Whitbread winner L’Esprit d’équipe skippered by Lionel Regnier, has claimed 5th in line honours in Leg One of the McIntyre Ocean Globe. Light winds, which have dogged the crew throughout the ...

Mum’s Bucket and Hot Rum Random Pairs Team Racing
Mum’s Bucket and Hot Rum Random Pairs Team Racing
Thursday, 26 October 2023

The Royal Thames Yacht Club’s winter team racing programme got underway over 21 – 22 October with two, one day, random pairs team racing events in the shiny new Sonars.

Award-winning photographer scoops “Best Job in the World”
Award-winning photographer scoops “Best Job in the World”
Thursday, 26 October 2023

Renowned yachting photographer, Rick Tomlinson, will be the first ever On-Board Reporter for the prestigious Oyster World Rally, having spotted an advert on social media for the ‘best job in the world’.

Sustainable marina upgrade and expansion focus for ICMS at METSTRADE
Sustainable marina upgrade and expansion focus for ICMS at METSTRADE
Thursday, 26 October 2023

At this year’s METSTRADE (15-17 November 2023), Inland and Coastal Marina Systems (ICMS) will be shining a spotlight on its product ranges that focus on upgrading and expanding marina facilities in a sustainable manner as the demand for safe...

RS Sailing Enters into Preferred Vendor Partner Agreement with Crystal Lagoons
RS Sailing Enters into Preferred Vendor Partner Agreement with Crystal Lagoons
Thursday, 26 October 2023

RS Sailing has announced the entrance into a preferred vendor partner agreement with Crystal Lagoons.

ePropulsion unveils X40 electric outboard motor
ePropulsion unveils X40 electric outboard motor
Thursday, 26 October 2023

ePropulsion has unveiled its X40 electric outboard motor at Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, which is running 25-29 October 2023

In Focus: Charter companies not using tech to their advantage, says Floatist
In Focus: Charter companies not using tech to their advantage, says Floatist
Thursday, 26 October 2023

Floatist – a tech-based fleet management company – says many charter companies are not yet using technology to their advantage. “It’s kind of like having an iPhone but only using it to make phone calls,” says Cindy A...

Rolls-Royce strengthens position in US boating market
Rolls-Royce strengthens position in US boating market
Thursday, 26 October 2023

Following a record year for its mtu series 2000 engine in America, Rolls-Royce says it has strengthened its position in the US sportfishing and yacht markets.

Survitec wins Safety4Sea Technology Award
Survitec wins Safety4Sea Technology Award
Thursday, 26 October 2023

Survival technology solutions provider Survitec has won the Safety4Sea Technology Award for its SMARR-TI (Safety Management and Rapid Response Technology Interface), an interactive safety management solution that allows crew to monitor and ...

Sustainable marina upgrade and expansion focus for ICMS at METS
Sustainable marina upgrade and expansion focus for ICMS at METS
Thursday, 26 October 2023

At this year’s METSTRADE (15-17 November 2023), Inland and Coastal Marina Systems (ICMS) says it will be highlighting its product ranges that focus on upgrading and expanding marina facilities in a sustainable manner.

In Focus: IMOCA feedback improves FT Technologies wind sensor
In Focus: IMOCA feedback improves FT Technologies wind sensor
Thursday, 26 October 2023

Twenty plus years ago, FT Technologies plugged into the wind turbine control market, making wind sensors for offshore wind applications. It quickly grew into a global business.

ePropulsion unveils revolutionary X40 Electric Outboard Motor
ePropulsion unveils revolutionary X40 Electric Outboard Motor
Wednesday, 25 October 2023

The new cutting-edge ePropulsion X40 Electric Outboard Motor weighs 20 per cent lighter than conventional motors and delivers a remarkable 40 kW power output.

PANTAENIUS: A REAL LIFE TALE OF POSITIVE CRISIS MANAGEMENT
PANTAENIUS: A REAL LIFE TALE OF POSITIVE CRISIS MANAGEMENT
Wednesday, 25 October 2023

In the world of marine insurance, Pantaenius has long been a trusted name for boat owners. Their ethos is not just about safeguarding assets; it’s about being there for their policyholders, even when the most daunting challenges arise. There...

DAME Design Awards 2023 nominees announced
DAME Design Awards 2023 nominees announced
Wednesday, 25 October 2023

METSTRADE has revealed the 53 products nominated to enter the final rounds of judgement for the 32nd edition of the DAME Design Awards. The 53 products hail from 19 countries across four continents.

In Focus: Installers the heroes of Actisense’s success, says CEO
In Focus: Installers the heroes of Actisense’s success, says CEO
Wednesday, 25 October 2023

Actisense says it has spent the last 26 years trying to solve some of the most complex and challenging issues around the installation of onboard electronics. This year, its team was awarded Manufacturer of the Year at the annual NMEA Product Awar...

Garmin introduces next-gen Echomap Ultra 2 series 
Garmin introduces next-gen Echomap Ultra 2 series 
Wednesday, 25 October 2023

Garmin, a leading marine electronics manufacturer, has launched the Echomap Ultra 2 chartplotter series designed with advanced features for inland and nearshore anglers.

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