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Blue’s fighting for the oceans, and for women in STEM
Friday, 08 March 2024In what has historically been a male-dominated industry, women are pushing boundaries and changing the face of science for future generations, says Blue Marine Foundation (Blue) on International Women’s Day. Through this NGO, women in scien...
MEF and WISTA UK offer five cadets sponsorship
Friday, 08 March 2024The Maritime Educational Foundation (MEF) and the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association UK (WISTA UK) are collaborating to promote diversity and inclusion within the maritime industry. They’re offering sponsorship t...
New electric boat show for Valencia, April 2024
Friday, 08 March 2024A new electric boat show is being held in Valencia, Spain, from 11-14 April 2024. The four-day Valencia Electric Boat Show 2024, which will take place at the Valencia Marina, is being organised by the ANBE (National Association of Electric Boats)...
MDL Marinas to host Nacra 15 Class summer championships
Friday, 08 March 2024MDL is supporting the UK Nacra 15 Class Association (part of the British Youth Sailing pathway and the Mixed Youth Multihull) for the Youth Sailing World Championships.
MDL Marinas supports UK Nacra 15 Class Summer Championships
Thursday, 07 March 2024One of Europe’s largest marina groups, MDL is supporting the UK Nacra 15 Class Association, part of the British Youth Sailing pathway and the Mixed Youth Multihull equipment for the Youth Sailing World Championships.
Richard Mille Classic Yacht Regatta Returns to Falmouth
Thursday, 07 March 2024 Falmouth, Cornwall, will again provide the showcase start for one of the world’s most prestigious classic yacht regattas this summer after the historic harbour so impressed luxury Swiss watchmaker Richard Mille with its organisation and unique ...New boatyard investment at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour
Thursday, 07 March 2024In the latest investment in Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour as many as 48 new boat cradles have been bought to improve boatyard services for Beaulieu River berth and mooring holders.
Pen Duick VI Man Overboard Crew Recovered at Start of McIntyre Ocean Race
Thursday, 07 March 2024At 17:17UTC, March 5th 2024, sailing vessel Maiden UK (03) made a radio call to the Ocean Globe Race control, reporting a Man Overboard from sailing vessel Pen Duick VI FR (14). Just 17 minutes prior to the call both yachts had crossed the start l...
Borrow a Boat acquires boating marketplace Zizoo
Thursday, 07 March 2024London-based boating marketplace Borrow A Boat (of The Boat Engine Group) has completed the purchase of Berlin-based boating marketplace, Zizoo, to create one of the biggest boating marketplaces worldwide.
NMMA ‘decries’ advancement of whale strike speed rule
Thursday, 07 March 2024The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has expressed ‘disappointment’ with the US Department of Commerce’s decision to advance the North Atlantic right whale (NARW) Vessel Strike Reduction Rule to the Office of Man...
The Italian Sea Group appoints Middle East representative
Thursday, 07 March 2024The Italian Sea Group has partnered with BehneMar Yachting Consultancy, a Dubai-based yachting consultancy, as its sales agent in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Scania agrees three-year partnership with RNLI
Thursday, 07 March 2024Engine manufacturer Scania UK has partnered with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).
New leadership at Mercator Marine Group
Thursday, 07 March 2024Mercator Marine Group (MMG), a supplier of technical parts and accessories in the recreational marine industry in Europe, has appointed Jarno Berkhof as its new CEO.
Engel Refrigeration appoints UK and Ireland distributor
Thursday, 07 March 2024Portable fridge and freezer manufacturer Engel Refrigeration has appointed Global Distribution Solutions Ltd (GDS) as its exclusive UK and Ireland distributor for the marine leisure, commercial and outdoor sectors.
Hurley Marine signs Turkish distributor
Thursday, 07 March 2024US davit manufacturer Hurley Marine has signed a distribution agreement with Viking Deniz in Turkey.
Electrika
Wednesday, 06 March 2024Electrika 2024 is a brand new and unique experience for anyone interested in electric narrowboating. Over the last few years, a near silent revolution has been taking place, as a new generation of electric propelled, hybrid narrowboats have been l...
March 2024 BoatBid - Catalogue Highlights
Wednesday, 06 March 2024Head over to BoatBid.com and have a look at the auction catalogue and make a bid on one of the entries!
First Qatar Boat Show to welcome almost 500 exhibitors
Wednesday, 06 March 2024A launch event for a new boat show in Qatar has taken place, offering a preview of the upcoming show, which will be held in Doha from 6-9 November 2024.
Barcelona Boat Show confirms adjustments for America’s Cup edition
Wednesday, 06 March 2024The Barcelona Boat Show has revealed details of a specially adapted 2024 edition, which will occur during the America’s Cup in Barcelona.
New leadership at the Super Yacht Racing Association
Wednesday, 06 March 2024The Super Yacht Racing Association (SYRA) has announced Shirley Robertson as the new manager of the association.
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