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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.

EPIRB activation in extreme storm- PUFFIN Golden Globe Race
EPIRB activation in extreme storm- PUFFIN Golden Globe Race
Monday, 10 April 2023

At 1540UTC Ian Herbert Jones SKIPPER PUFFIN rang the GGR Race Office on Iridium phone to advise that he was in extreme weather and confused sea, 50 knots, gusting over 70 knots, running under bare poles, trying to hand steer downwind. The yacht wa...

Stellar six-medal haul kicks off 2023 for British Sailing Team
Stellar six-medal haul kicks off 2023 for British Sailing Team
Sunday, 09 April 2023

Micky Beckett secured his second consecutive Princess Sofia Trophy win as the British Sailing Team brought home four golds and two silvers from the iconic Palma regatta.

Kirsten Neuschäfer out of doldrums and defending her lead in the GGR
Kirsten Neuschäfer out of doldrums and defending her lead in the GGR
Friday, 07 April 2023

In the northern hemisphere, it’s been tense for Kirsten Neuschäfer (ZAF), in less wind than her runner-up for longer. Every time it looks like she’s losing the lead, she finds the resources to grab some miles back, or clutch to th...

Ballistic XP80
Ballistic XP80
Thursday, 06 April 2023

Ballistic RIBs has announced the launch of its latest model, the XP80 Adventure RIB.

D-MARIN WINS TENDER TO TRANSFORM MARINA IN GREECE
D-MARIN WINS TENDER TO TRANSFORM MARINA IN GREECE
Thursday, 06 April 2023

Global marina network D-Marin has announced that they will develop the Pylos Marina, Greece, with a multi-million euro investment in partnership with TEMES S.A.

Freedom Boat Club Expands its Presence in Australia
Freedom Boat Club Expands its Presence in Australia
Thursday, 06 April 2023

Freedom Boat Club is planning to open three new locations in Australia at Bobbin Head, Pittwater and Lake Macquarie.

SailGP finalises record 12-event calendar for Season 4
SailGP finalises record 12-event calendar for Season 4
Thursday, 06 April 2023 SailGP has unveiled its final Season 4 calendar, featuring a mix of already established fan-favourite locations, new territories and some welcome returns to the SailGP host city fold.

As a continued sign of the league’s rapid growth, the se...

The ultimate guide to keeping surfaces ship shape this summer
The ultimate guide to keeping surfaces ship shape this summer
Thursday, 06 April 2023

Owning the boat that’s the envy of all the others in the marina this summer doesn’t happen by accident. It involves proper planning and maintenance.

Stories of resolve and resilience as 11th Hour Racing Team and Biotherm finish in Itajaí
Stories of resolve and resilience as 11th Hour Racing Team and Biotherm finish in Itajaí
Wednesday, 05 April 2023

11th Hour Racing Team earn final podium position for Leg 3 with Biotherm taking fourth place in the longest Leg in race history…

MDL Marinas partners with Ocean Globe Race
MDL Marinas partners with Ocean Globe Race
Wednesday, 05 April 2023

After almost a quarter of a century, it is with great excitement that MDL Marinas announces it has partnered with the Ocean Globe Race to bring the iconic sailing race back to Southampton.

Fishing couple “owe their lives to Crewsaver”
Fishing couple “owe their lives to Crewsaver”
Wednesday, 05 April 2023

A couple’s fishing trip has emphasised the importance of wearing an approved, properly maintained and correctly worn lifejacket at all times when a freak wave caused their 6.8m boat to capsize off New South Wales, Australia.

Iconic sailing race returns to Southampton
Iconic sailing race returns to Southampton
Wednesday, 05 April 2023

After almost a quarter of a century, the iconic Ocean Globe Race is returning to Southampton.

Skipper in court after Isle of Wight boat crash
Skipper in court after Isle of Wight boat crash
Wednesday, 05 April 2023

An architect from Swindon has appeared in court after several people were seriously injured in a boat crash on the Isle of Wight in September 2022.

Boatfolk announces new UK boat show
Boatfolk announces new UK boat show
Wednesday, 05 April 2023

The Boatfolk marina group has announced the launch of its inaugural Boatpoint Boat Show, taking place at Deacons Marina in Southampton, from 21-23 April 2023.

New ‘Harbour Master Designate’ joining Falmouth Harbour from the Port of London
New ‘Harbour Master Designate’ joining Falmouth Harbour from the Port of London
Wednesday, 05 April 2023 The Port of London’s Deputy Harbour Master is about to become Falmouth’s ‘Harbour Master Designate’, shadowing the current HM Duncan Paul until his retirement early in 2024, and joining the team in the run up to Falmouth&rsquo...
Yamaha names director of external affairs
Yamaha names director of external affairs
Wednesday, 05 April 2023

Martin Peters has been named as Yamaha’s director of marine external affairs. With the new role comes official responsibilities for marine sustainability and regulatory affairs in addition to government relations and communications.

Win prizes worth over £2500 with tickets to South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show
Win prizes worth over £2500 with tickets to South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show
Wednesday, 05 April 2023

Visitors to this year’s South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show can win prizes worth over £2500 when they book their free tickets to the show, which takes place at MDL’s Ocean Village Marina 21-23 April 2023.

Focus Motor Yachts unveils new Power 44 sportscruiser
Focus Motor Yachts unveils new Power 44 sportscruiser
Wednesday, 05 April 2023

Amsterdam-based boat builder, Focus Motor Yachts, has added a new model to its sportscruiser range.

Welfare advice issued to keep ‘social dolphin’ safe in Devon
Welfare advice issued to keep ‘social dolphin’ safe in Devon
Wednesday, 05 April 2023

Marine conservation charities British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR), Marine Connection and The Seal Project are advising people to act with caution around a lone bottlenose dolphin which has turned up in the Torbay area of Devon, UK. ...

Fishers’ wellbeing project shortlisted for award
Fishers’ wellbeing project shortlisted for award
Wednesday, 05 April 2023

SeaFit, a project initiated by the Fishermen’s Mission with the Seafarers Hospital Society, has been shortlisted in the ‘Innovation of the Year’ category for this year’s Fishing News awards. The project, supported by the M...

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