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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.
What Lies Beneath
Tuesday, 28 March 2023The pollution in our waters continues to be a major source of concern, but some of the pollutants are larger than you might think…
Hot Topic: Refitting Your Boat
Tuesday, 28 March 2023Setag Yachts explains why you might consider refitting your boat.
Warning issued over outboard engines after racing yacht catches fire
Tuesday, 28 March 2023A new report by Ireland’s Marine Casualty Investigation Board (MCIB) has found that the ‘sub-optimal capacity’ of the outboard engine aboard a yacht that caught fire and sank was a contributory factor in its loss (see the v...
Cummins and Danfoss partner to develop hybrid marine solutions
Tuesday, 28 March 2023Cummins and Danfoss Power Solutions’ Editron division have partnered to develop a hybrid marine solution for the global maritime market.
Russian oligarch’s £38m superyacht back in London a year after being seized
Tuesday, 28 March 2023A superyacht reportedly owned by a Russian oligarch has been spotted at London’s Canary Wharf — a year after the vessel was seized under sanctions imposed after the invasion of Ukraine.
MDL signs four-year deal with Marina Projects
Tuesday, 28 March 2023Marina operator MDL has reached a four-year service agreement with UK-based consultants Marina Projects for the provision of licensing support, project management and technical support for MDL’s ongoing marina dredging and capital works pro...
The Yacht Sales Co and Multihull Solutions outline Asian expansion
Tuesday, 28 March 2023The Yacht Sales Co and Multihull Solutions have announced a new sales centre, new senior appointments and new brands to their Asian portfolio.
RYA Scotland confirms new chief executive
Tuesday, 28 March 2023Finlo Cottier is to become the new CEO of RYA Scotland. Following a recruitment process aided by the RYA and Sportscotland, Cottier will be leading Scotland’s national governing body for boating from May this year.
Nominations open for British Marine Trades Association Awards 2023
Tuesday, 28 March 2023The British Marine Trades Association (BMTA) Awards dinner returns this summer, and the nominations for the 2023 award are now open.
Making Memories at Dover’s New Marina
Monday, 27 March 2023Sitting at the feet of the green cradling hills of Dover, the newly opening Outer Marina is nestled within the protective reach of the harbour arms. It is here that the sailing community can moor their leisure vessels and relax as they immerse the...
Poole Harbour: Major incident declared after 200-barrel oil and fluid leak
Monday, 27 March 2023“Avoid using the water … avoid using the beaches.” That was the message from Jim Stewart, CEO of Poole Harbour Commissioners (PHC), late on Sunday evening (26 March 2023) as the magnitude of an oil leak in Poole Harbour was bei...
Princess Yachts expands S Class range
Monday, 27 March 2023Princess Yachts has unveiled the latest edition to its S Class sportbridge range, the Princess S80. The S80 is designed by the in-house Princess Design Studio in collaboration with naval architects Olesinski and Italian design house, Pininfarina....
Safe Harbor acquires US superyacht repair yard
Monday, 27 March 2023Marina operator Safe Harbor Marinas has acquired the Savannah Yacht Center, a superyacht storage, repair and refit facility on the US east coast.
Electric boat company launched by former Tesla exec
Monday, 27 March 2023Sustainable solutions technology company, Blue Innovations Group (BIG), is now accepting reservations for its R30 all-electric boat.
Wally collaborates with Sonus Faber and Mcintosh
Monday, 27 March 2023Wally has collaborated with audio equipment manufacturers McIntosh and Sonus Faber, to provide a custom installation by the brands on its Wallywhy200 model.
April 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Monday, 27 March 2023Are you considering selling your boat? And want to sell your boat quickly with a Boatshed broker?
World Sailing Trust supports better maternity policies in sailing
Monday, 27 March 2023World Sailing Trust (WST) has launched Project Juno, bringing together six initial recommendations and considerations to support better maternity policies in sailing setting it on a more inclusive course when it comes to women who wish to become ...
Lalizas appoints new UK head of sales
Monday, 27 March 2023Lalizas UK has appointed Jack Sharland as its new head of sales. Sharland will concentrate on strengthening the sales team, as well as expanding the company’s presence within the UK safety marine market.
Report finds superyacht industry suffering from ‘insufficient’ sustainability data
Friday, 24 March 2023A new report by superyacht refit, repair and maintenance company MB92 Group concludes that the superyacht supply chain is in need of increased regulation and environmental assessment to improve sustainability across the industry.
Suffolk sailmaker partners with not-for-profit Clean Sailors
Friday, 24 March 2023Suffolk sailmaker OneSails GBR (East) has opened the doors of its sail loft for the collection of old and end-of-life sail materials, joining Clean Sailors’ global project, ReSail.
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