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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.

In Focus: Voluntary marine safety standards reduce boating accidents
In Focus: Voluntary marine safety standards reduce boating accidents
Friday, 03 May 2024

According to Megan Sheahan, an economic and statistical analyst, data suggest that American Boat and Yacht Council’s (ABYC) voluntary standards (for marine safety) reduce the risk of involvement in a focused accident by 43 to 47 per cent. F...

Arksen enters the Channel Islands
Arksen enters the Channel Islands
Friday, 03 May 2024

Explorer and adventure yacht builder Arksen has appointed South Pier Marine, based in Jersey, as its first dealer in the Channel Islands.

Coast launches new Nautilus marine bean bag
Coast launches new Nautilus marine bean bag
Friday, 03 May 2024

Nearly 20 years after Coast New Zealand launched its Marine Bean Collection, it’s added a new Nautilus to its range. The new version is a smaller, streamlined version of the Marine Bean Chair.

MIN office closed Monday 6 May, 2024
MIN office closed Monday 6 May, 2024
Friday, 03 May 2024

It’s a UK bank holiday on Monday 6 May, so there will be no Marine Industry News. Service, and MIN‘s In Focus safety week, will resume on Tuesday 7 May.

Shootin’ the Breeze… with Rob Peace
Shootin’ the Breeze… with Rob Peace
Thursday, 02 May 2024

We catch up with Rob Peace, a regular competitor in Round the Island Race and a Director of Operations for the Island Sailing Club.

Onboard with Boatshed - Choosing your ideal yacht
Onboard with Boatshed - Choosing your ideal yacht
Thursday, 02 May 2024

Choosing your ideal yacht

New startup pavilion at IBEX 2024 – plus pitching competition opens
New startup pavilion at IBEX 2024 – plus pitching competition opens
Thursday, 02 May 2024

Building on the success of the Yachting Ventures Start-Up Pavilion at METSTRADE in Amsterdam, Yachting Ventures is heading to the US to host a sister event at IBEX (International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition & Conference) in Tampa, Florida...

Vision Marine files two patents in one week
Vision Marine files two patents in one week
Thursday, 02 May 2024

Electric propulsion company, Vision Marine Technologies, filed a patent for its communication cryptographic system technology, integral to the E-Motion Electric Powertrain components on 24 April.

Record quarter for Garmin as sales up 20%
Record quarter for Garmin as sales up 20%
Thursday, 02 May 2024

Electronics manufacturer Garmin has reported a record first-quarter revenue and operating income, with consolidated revenues of $1.38bn in the first quarter of 2024. This represents a 20 per cent increase year-on-year, including a 17 per cent gai...

Mustang Survival: Why the US-owned safety company wants the UK market
Mustang Survival: Why the US-owned safety company wants the UK market
Thursday, 02 May 2024

American-owned and Canadian headquartered, Mustang Survival has been developing high-performance marine apparel and safety equipment for 56 years.

Fund Britain’s Waterways announces national events and boat trips for May bank holiday
Fund Britain’s Waterways announces national events and boat trips for May bank holiday
Thursday, 02 May 2024

Fund Britain’s Waterways (FBW), an advocacy group championing the sustainable future of Britain’s canals and rivers, has revealed details of a ‘weekend of action’ planned for the upcoming May Day Bank Holiday, 4-6 May 2024...

New executive director at America’s Boating Club
New executive director at America’s Boating Club
Thursday, 02 May 2024

America’s Boating Club, a volunteer recreational boating safety nonprofit in the United States, has appointed Maureen Healey as its new executive director.

Antarctic itinerary announced for solo-sailor tourists
Antarctic itinerary announced for solo-sailor tourists
Thursday, 02 May 2024

It’s the most adventurous season yet, claims AE Expeditions about its new Antarctica 2025-26 voyages. And for a limited time, clients can bag up to 20 per cent off on some of its 32 voyages.

Momentous day for INEOS Britannia as AC75 sets sail for first time
Momentous day for INEOS Britannia as AC75 sets sail for first time
Wednesday, 01 May 2024

INEOS Britannia’s new race boat for the 37th America’s Cup has set sail for the very first time.

All At Sea – May 2024
All At Sea – May 2024
Wednesday, 01 May 2024

The post All At Sea – May 2024 appeared first on All At Sea.

Westminster Campaign Cruise to rally support for Britain’s Waterways
Westminster Campaign Cruise to rally support for Britain’s Waterways
Wednesday, 01 May 2024

The call to safeguard Britain’s inland waterways will be heard from the river Thames by those in Westminster as a spectacular flotilla of boats come together to sound their horns as they stand united off from the Palace of Westminster on Wed...

Mustang Survival’s Atlas 190 Pro Sensor Life Jacket Wins Red Dot Award for Outstanding Product Design
Mustang Survival’s Atlas 190 Pro Sensor Life Jacket Wins Red Dot Award for Outstanding Product Design
Wednesday, 01 May 2024

Mustang Survival has announced that its innovative Atlas 190 Pro Sensor Life Jacket has been honoured with the prestigious Red Dot Award for Product Design. This recognition reaffirms Mustang Survival’s commitment to excellence and innovatio...

Fund Britain’s Waterways Announces Nationwide Campaign Weekend
Fund Britain’s Waterways Announces Nationwide Campaign Weekend
Wednesday, 01 May 2024

Fund Britain’s Waterways (FBW), a leading advocacy group championing the sustainable future of Britain’s canals and rivers, announces a significant weekend of action planned for the upcoming May Day Bank Holiday, 4-6 May 2024.

DAME Awards uncovered: behind the scenes of the judging process
DAME Awards uncovered: behind the scenes of the judging process
Wednesday, 01 May 2024

In the latest issue of Marine Industry News magazine, editor Chantal Haines talks to DAME Award non-voting secretary Kim Hollamby about the judging process, top submissions and what the panel really looks for in winning products.

Trilleen - Sailing around Britain Update
Trilleen - Sailing around Britain Update
Wednesday, 01 May 2024

Ian 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:

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