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Silent-Resorts announces plans for second fully solar-powered location in Fiji
Monday, 12 June 2023 Following the success of its inaugural 100 per cent solar powered marina and residence resort in Exuma, the Bahamas, SILENT-RESORTS is finalising the location of its second luxury resort in Fiji.With its construction now well underway and schedul...
New interior and exterior images reveal fresh design direction for Fairline’s new Targa 40
Monday, 12 June 2023Fairline has revealed new interior and exterior images of its all-new model the Targa 40, which will make its world debut at boot Düsseldorf 2024.
Three confirmed dead after fire engulfs dive boat in Egypt
Monday, 12 June 2023Three missing British passengers who were on a diving boat in Egypt that caught fire on the weekend have died, tour operator Scuba Travel has confirmed. The fire broke out at around 8:30am local time (6:30am UK time) on Sunday 11 June and engulfed...
Video: Coastguard warning after beachgoers are blown out to sea on paddling pools
Monday, 12 June 2023HM coastguard has warned the public that inflatables are not for the coast after foolish beachgoers in the UK had to be rescued after going to sea in paddling pools and other inflatable toys. Following the recent spell of sunny weather across the ...
SailGP is back for Season 4
Monday, 12 June 2023 SailGP is set to ignite the global sporting stage once again when Season 4 kicks off on June 16-17 with the opening event – Rolex United States Sail Grand Prix – in Chicago at Navy Pier. Boasting the biggest calendar to date and a new t...How to become an America’s Cup volunteer
Monday, 12 June 2023The organisers of the 37th America’s Cup in Barcelona have launched the AC37 volunteer programme and are seeking thousands of volunteers to support the event across 2023 and 2024. “We are seeking the most diverse candidates from all ba...
Yamaha offers trade-in bonus on new outboards
Monday, 12 June 2023Yamaha Marine UK has launched a trade-in bonus offer on new Yamaha outboard engines up to 15hp, effective from 1 June to 31 July 2023 inclusive. Customers wishing to trade in their old outboard, irrespective of size, make or model, for a new Yamah...
B&G launches new Hercules processor and expansion module
Monday, 12 June 2023Sailing electronics manufacturer B&G has launched a new Hercules sailing performance processor. The device is said to deliver advanced data in an instant, with enhanced settings, and maximised connectivity and compatibility. B&G has also i...
Northrop & Johnson names business development director
Monday, 12 June 2023Northrop & Johnson has appointed George Whitehouse as business development director. He will be based at Northrop & Johnson’s (N&J) global headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. “I am thrilled to join Northrop & John...
Wescom Group acquires medical supplies company
Monday, 12 June 2023Leading survival solutions manufacturer Wescom Group has expanded its presence in the maritime market by acquiring medical supplies company ANP Pharma. UK-based ANP Pharma is a leading supplier of choice for regulated pharmaceutical...
11th Hour Racing Team and WindWhisper Racing earn crucial wins
Sunday, 11 June 2023Leg 6 victory opens up a small margin on the race leaderboard for 11th Hour Racing Team.
90 boat RORC Fleet for Morgan Cup
Sunday, 11 June 2023Morgan Cup Race
RYS Line Cowes – Dartmouth
Start: Friday 16 June from 1800 BST
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with the Royal Thames YC, the Royal Dart YC, and the Royal Yacht Squadron.
MDL Marinas seeks partners to expand its cruising network in the UK
Friday, 09 June 2023MDL Marinas is seeking to partner with independent marinas around the coast of the British Isles to expand its cruising network in the UK.
Chichester Harbour Conservancy Appoints New Harbour Master
Friday, 09 June 2023Chichester Harbour Conservancy has appointed Joanna Cox as Harbour Master. Jo joins the Senior Management Team at the Conservancy, responsible for the safe operation of Chichester Harbour, and management of the Harbour Team.
Cowes Week announces Red Funnel as an Official Sponsor
Friday, 09 June 2023Cowes Week Ltd has announced that cross-Solent ferry operator, Red Funnel has joined the event’s family of Official Sponsors.
Canal charity appeals for information after popular art sculpture is vandalised
Friday, 09 June 2023The Canal & River Trust is appealing to people living in Wolverhampton for information after a public art sculpture, part of a series along the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal, was vandalised and almost sawn in half.
SMG to demonstrate complete SAR solution at Seawork
Friday, 09 June 2023SMG is presenting a complete portable Search and Rescue (SAR) LIVE sonar kit at Seawork on Berth VA6.
Paddleboarder rescues three men on giant inflatable duck
Friday, 09 June 2023A paddleboarder has been credited as a ‘real lifesaver’ after assisting three men on a giant inflatable duck as it drifted out into the Bristol Channel on Tuesday (6 June 2023). According to an eyewitness, three men pumped up an i...
MDL Marinas seeks partners to expand UK cruising network
Friday, 09 June 2023MDL Marinas is seeking to partner with independent marinas around the coast of the British Isles to expand its cruising network in the UK. With free visitor nights at over 160 marinas in France, Spain and Portugal via Passeport Escales, MDL alread...
Seagrass protection campaign expands global coverage
Friday, 09 June 2023The ‘#protectourbeds´ campaign, organised between non-profit Clean Sailors, the Ocean Conservation Trust and navigation app Savvy Navvy, has expanded its global coverage of seagrass meadows thanks to data from new contributors. On...
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