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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.
Quality assurance tests underway for new AC40
Tuesday, 13 September 2022The first AC40 off the production line has been transported into the Emirates Team New Zealand (ETNZ) base, and quality assurance tests are underway.
Silver Yachts launches 85m Project Globalfast
Tuesday, 13 September 2022Silver Yachts has successfully launched the 85.3m superyacht known as Project Globalfast, the second yacht from its all-aluminium Silver World Explorer series.
Cockwells launches first Duchy Sport at SIBS
Tuesday, 13 September 2022Cockwells Modern & Classic Boatbuilding is to launch the Duchy Sport at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS).
Trilleen - Sailing around Britain Update
Tuesday, 13 September 2022Ian Wyllie, who bought a boat via Boatshed IOW in February 2021 is taking on the challenge of sailing around Britain single handed. Here is his latest update:
Walcon Marine supplies replacement marina for St. Helier, Jersey
Tuesday, 13 September 2022Walcon Marine has completed its role in the rebuild of the St. Helier Marina on Jersey in the Channel Islands. The project involved a comprehensive like-for-like replacement with the new marina maintaining the configuration of approximately 250 b...
Three build slots for Archipelago’s new explorer catamaran
Tuesday, 13 September 2022Archipelago Expedition Yachts, in partnership with Chartwell Marine, is launching its Archipelago 47 catamaran at SIBS. The company says it has three build slots available (delivery October 2023 onwards), and is offering discounts to those who or...
Arksen selects Scanstrut as onboard charging partner
Tuesday, 13 September 2022Arksen says it has selected Scanstrut’s charging ranges as standard across its brand-new adventure series of boats.
Swimmers set to circle SIBS
Tuesday, 13 September 2022Termed as a ‘bucket list’ experience for many, open water swimmers are being invited to swim around Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS) on Sunday morning (18 September 2022).
October 2022 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Tuesday, 13 September 2022Are you considering selling your boat? And want to sell you boat quickly with a Boatshed broker?
You may want to consider our October 2022 BoatBid auction.
It starts on Monday 3rd October
and ends on Sunday 9th October
Yamaha Marine UK partners with the Sea Angling Classic
Monday, 12 September 2022Yamaha Marine UK has announced a new partnership with the Sea Angling Classic, an international ‘catch, photograph and release’ fishing competition organised by Angling Spirit.
ARCHIPELAGO EXPEDITION YACHTS LAUNCHING FLAGSHIP “EXPLORER CATAMARAN” AT SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW
Monday, 12 September 2022Archipelago Expedition Yachts, high-class leisure shipbuilding firm, is launching its flagship Archipelago 47 catamaran at the Southampton International Boat Show in partnership with Chartwell Marine.
Naval children make their maiden voyage on iconic Challenger Yacht
Monday, 12 September 2022Sixteen brave and courageous young people from the Naval Children’s Charity have taken to the seas onboard a 72ft Challenger yacht with Tall Ships Youth Trust.
Walcon Marine supplies replacement marina for St. Helier
Monday, 12 September 2022Walcon Marine has completed its role in the rebuild of the St. Helier Marina on Jersey.
Southampton International Boat Show to close on Monday 19 September for the state funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Monday, 12 September 2022Southampton International boat show will not open on Monday 19 September as a mark of respect for Her Majesty and her family.
SIBS to close for Queen’s funeral
Monday, 12 September 2022British Marine, organiser of Southampton International Boat Show, will be closing the show for the state funeral of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on Monday 19 September.
Five dead after boat capsizes, possibly by whale
Monday, 12 September 2022Five people have died in New Zealand after a boat capsized off Goose Bay in Kaikōura over the weekend. They were on a charter boat carrying bird enthusiasts. The local mayor says he suspects a whale caused the boat to capsize.
Smartgyro partners with Garmin OneHelm
Monday, 12 September 2022Gyro stabiliser specialist Smartgyro has partnered with Garmin to integrate its stabilisation software with Garmin’s OneHelm system.
VIDEO: Watch harrowing footage of bulk carrier destroying pier
Monday, 12 September 2022A bulk carrier has destroyed a pier after losing control in Barranquilla Port, in Colombia.
Yamaha Marine UK partners with Sea Angling Classic for 2023
Monday, 12 September 2022Yamaha Marine UK has announced a new partnership with the Sea Angling Classic, an international ‘catch, photograph and release’ fishing competition organised by event management company Angling Spirit.
World’s largest container line adjusts routes to protect blue whales
Monday, 12 September 2022The world’s largest container line, MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, is voluntarily re-routing its vessels past Sri Lanka, in a bid to protect the blue whales and other cetaceans living and feeding in the waters off the coast.
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