News

Underwater foul-release company, Propspeed has launched Stripspeed, a new solvent-based stripper that removes foul-release coatings from underwater metals.

Yamaha Motor has announced that it will adopt plant-derived cellulose nanofibre (CNF) reinforced resin for marine products as an initiative toward reducing CO2 emissions and the company’s environmental footprint.

In the dark of a Caribbean night to a typically rapturous welcome, French solo skipper Charles Caudrelier on the Ultim 32/32 Maxi Edmond de Rothschild crossed the line off Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe. His was the first boat to finish the 12th Rout...

RS’ marine group of companies is expanding with the newly formed Ocean Play. The new company, which is collaboration between RS and Jo Richards, is now manufacturing Picos, Bugs, Bahias and Vagos, with delivery expected in late January 2023...

Extinction Rebellion supporters have protested at the doors of the Superyacht Forum at METSTRADE this morning (16 November).

Electric outboard manufacturer ePropulsion is showcasing its new, DAME Award-shortlisted I-20 inboard motor at METSTRADE 2022. The I-20 is part of the new I-Series, which also includes the I-10 and I-40.

Plastimo and Typhoon International have joined forces to create a new range of technical clothing apparel.

Propel, the marine propulsion division of Saietta Group, says it is close to completing the testing and development of its S1 electric outboard motor. Currently at METSTRADE (Stand 121 in Hall 1), Propel is showing its D1 inboard electric motor t...

Icom is showing its IC-M510BB fixed VHF marine radio for the first time at METSTRADE. It’s an all-new, black-box, modular transceiver that can be installed either out of sight for convenience, or where space for electronic equipment is at a...

Allpa Marine Group, the German-Dutch wholesaler and distributor of technical marine products, has acquired Combi Noord, a well-established Dutch wholesaler focused on the supply of technical marine equipment.

In this issue of MIN, we take stock of the leisure marine market in our global report on page 5, reflect on the growth and future of the retrofit market on page 14 and discover how Freedom Boat Club is approaching the increased demand for boat sh...

Two front runners of the Golden Globe Race have retired into Cape Town with wind vane failures. Damien Guillou arrived in Cape Town having lost his windvane rudder. Pat Lawless retired after the failure of a critical bearing bush, caught without a...

The world’s most innovative, sustainable fitness equipment is now available to be fitted onboard yachts, enabling boat and superyacht owners and guests to join the world’s first eco-friendly floating fitness league, The Boaters Super L...

Ocean Signal’s RescueME PLB3 AIS Personal Locator Beacon has been announced as the Overall Winner of the DAME Awards at METSTRADE 2022.

Vetus has launched its first Bow Pro Boosted units for 400-mm tunnels, which are being previewed for the first time this week at METSTRADE 2022 (15-17 November).

After 26 years of building Clipper Ventures and successfully hosting 12 editions of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, Chairman Sir Robin Knox-Johnston and CEO William Ward OBE are stepping back from the day to day running o...

Skipper Fabrice Amedeo has been forced to abandon his Imoca Nexans – Art et Fenêtres during the Route du Rhum solo transatlantic race, after an explosion on board the vessel caused it to sink.

Emergency distress signal manufacturer Wescom Group is showcasing its new sMRT Shield 406MHz ‘next-generation’ PLB at METSTRADE this week (15-17 November 2022).

Smartgyro has been working with sister companies, Vetus and Maxwell, to develop a new Graphical User Interface (GUI) which it is unveiling this week at METSTRADE (15-17 November 2022).

Hampshire-based A+T Instruments has unveiled a new series of wind sensors. The new 520 Series is said to be the first production unit sensors that can directly measure the acceleration, and hence velocity, at the masthead then transmit this to th...