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Boatshed.com welcomes two new offices in South America
Friday, 26 August 2022We are excited to announce we are now operating in Colombia and Panama with two offices opening last month! These are the first offices that Boatshed.com has opened in South America and we're looking to expand the business further in this area....
Princess F65 will have its World Premiere at the Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 25 August 2022Princess Yachts has revealed that the all-new Princess F65 will have its World Premiere at the Southampton International Boat Show from the 16 – 25 September 2022.
Bentley Motors confirmed as exclusive luxury automotive partners at the Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 25 August 2022British Marine, organisers of the Southampton International Boat Show, has confirmed Bentley Motors as the exclusive Luxury Automotive Partner at this year’s show where the Bentayga EWB will make its UK public debut.
Expert advice from the RYA at Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 25 August 2022If you’re visiting the Southampton International Boat Show (16-25 September), head to the RYA stand (J120) for all the knowledge and information you need to make the most of your time on the water.
RLSS UK announces new location for second Open Water Festival 2022
Thursday, 25 August 2022After the success of the Royal Life Saving Society UK’s (RLSS UK) Open Water Festival in Evesham, Worcestershire, the charity has announced a second festival which is set to take place at Manvers Lake, Rotherham.
Get advice and tips for a career in the marine industry at Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 25 August 2022Tuesday 20 September is Schools, Careers and Apprenticeship Day at the Southampton International Boat Show and British Marine, the team behind the show, will be bringing a series of events to the show to introduce young people to the marine world ...
Car collection left to benefit charities including RNLI
Thursday, 25 August 2022 The late Robert Furniss – riding, classic car collector and yachtsman – has left 16 cars to benefit the RNLI and other charities.Headed by a selection of Rolls-Royce and Bentley models, 16 cars are being offered for sale without reser...
Drought exposes World War II German warships in drying Danube
Thursday, 25 August 2022Weeks of severe drought across Europe have seen water levels in rivers and lakes drop to some of the lowest levels on record, with two-thirds of the continent now in a state of alert or warning.
Gulf Craft appoints dealer for France and Monaco
Thursday, 25 August 2022Gulf Craft has appointed Aqua Marine as the exclusive dealer for its Majesty and Nomad brands in France and Monaco.
New Riva Anniversario to debut in Cannes
Thursday, 25 August 2022Riva’s new limited edition Anniversario model will be shown at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival in September. The iconic Italian shipyard, which is celebrating its 180th anniversary, will produce only 18 units of the Riva Annivers...
Dugongs declared ‘functionally extinct’ in China
Thursday, 25 August 2022The dugong, a gentle marine mammal related to the manatee, has become functionally extinct in Chinese waters, a new study conducted by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) and the Chinese Academy of Sciences has found.
British Marine partners with money management platform
Thursday, 25 August 2022Payment and currency specialist Equals Money has been announced as exclusive partner to British Marine and will be offering members a free consultation with one of the finance company’s currency specialist team.
Classic Boat Festival returns to London this September
Thursday, 25 August 2022St. Katharine Docks will host its 13th Classic Boat Festival on 9-11 September, with visitors invited to enjoy three days of preserved vessels, with a wide array of activities available for the whole family.
£500,000 towpath project: Grand Union Canal at Leighton Buzzard to reopen
Thursday, 25 August 2022A £500,000 towpath improvement project on the Grand Union Canal in Leighton Buzzard will reopen on Friday 26 August.
Alfatronix PowerVerter PVPro
Thursday, 25 August 2022 OverviewThe Alfatronix PowerVerter PVPro range of USB chargers have been completely updated, amalgamating all the great design concepts of USB charging on boats into one simple range. Models are now available offering both USB A and...
Ground-breaking Diploma in Sporting Excellence returns for 2022
Wednesday, 24 August 2022Are you starting year 12 this September? Are you interested in racing keelboats? Do you want to have a future career in sailing or sports science? Are you looking to go to higher education after your further education?
Seized £63m Russian superyacht Axioma sells at Gibraltar auction
Wednesday, 24 August 2022A £63m superyacht, once owned by sanctioned steel billionaire Dmitry Pumpyansky, has attracted 63 bids at auction in Gibraltar. The yacht has been stranded in the British Overseas Territory since March this year, when authorities arrested i...
Nearly all marine species ‘face extinction risk by end of century’ unless emissions are curbed
Wednesday, 24 August 2022A new study has laid out the alarming impact that climate change will have on marine ecosystems by the end of the 21st century, if greenhouse gas emissions are not curbed.
Alex Thomson backs new Canada Ocean Racing sailing campaign
Wednesday, 24 August 2022Canadian businessman Scott Shawyer has launched Canada Ocean Racing, a new offshore sailing team. Shawyer will compete in the solo, non-stop round-the-world race, the Vendée Globe, aiming to become the first Canadian to complete the pinnac...
Princess announces 8-yacht line-up for Cannes show
Wednesday, 24 August 2022Princess Yachts has announced an eight-yacht line-up for this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival 2022, including the world premiere of the new Princess V50 Open.
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