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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.

Interview: Axopar founder on how Axopar boats changed the game
Interview: Axopar founder on how Axopar boats changed the game
Monday, 29 April 2024

When Axopar launched its first ever model – the Axopar 28 – in 2014, the 28ft outboard powered walkaround with functional, modern lines, a razor-sharp hull and highly competitive price point, blew the socks off the industry.

Video: Dramatic footage as man and dogs rescued from sinking boat
Video: Dramatic footage as man and dogs rescued from sinking boat
Monday, 29 April 2024

Footage shows the moment a man and his two dogs were hoisted to safety by a US Coast Guard (USCG) helicopter off the Oregon coast after their boat started to sink.

Ukrainian RIB manufacturer expands to Australia
Ukrainian RIB manufacturer expands to Australia
Monday, 29 April 2024

Grand Inflatable Boats, a Ukrainian manufacturer of fibreglass rigid inflatable boats (RIBs), is opening a new sales and distribution office on the Gold Coast, Australia.

Yanmar launches E-Key system
Yanmar launches E-Key system
Monday, 29 April 2024

Yanmar Marine International (YMI) has launched the Yanmar E-Key system, a new solution designed for wireless unlocking of the Yanmar VC20 Vessel Control system, seamlessly integrating with electronically controlled Yanmar Marine engines.

Shockwave Seats appoints Norwegian distributor
Shockwave Seats appoints Norwegian distributor
Monday, 29 April 2024

Canada-based specialist manufacturer of marine suspension seating systems, Shockwave Seats, has appointed Inmatech as its distributor in Norway.

West System to sponsor Spirit Yachts Regatta
West System to sponsor Spirit Yachts Regatta
Monday, 29 April 2024

Spirit Yachts Regatta 2024, exclusively for Spirit Yachts’ owners, crew, and guests, will take place in St. Peter Port, Guernsey, from Saturday 15 June to Saturday 22 June 2024.

The Rose Road Association Charity Swim returns to the Southampton International Boat Show
The Rose Road Association Charity Swim returns to the Southampton International Boat Show
Friday, 26 April 2024

The Rose Road Association Charity Swim event is set to make a splash again at the Southampton International Boat Show on Saturday, 21 September.

Brunswick sales down 22 per cent, first quarter 2024
Brunswick sales down 22 per cent, first quarter 2024
Friday, 26 April 2024

Although gross margins have remained resilient and the company delivered a solid first quarter consistent with guided expectations, Brunswick has announced its net sales in the quarter of 2024 were down 22 per cent versus the first quarter of 202...

‘Softness’ in market leads to gross profit decline for MarineMax
‘Softness’ in market leads to gross profit decline for MarineMax
Friday, 26 April 2024

MarineMax, which describes itself as the world’s largest recreational boat, yacht and superyacht services company, has announced results for its second quarter ended March 31, 2024.

Data scandal rocks Japanese marine engine market
Data scandal rocks Japanese marine engine market
Friday, 26 April 2024

Japanese engine maker IHI Corp. has admitted that a subsidiary has falsified fuel efficiency data for 4,215 marine engines, spanning 58 models. 2,621 have been shipped overseas. And 1,594 are in use in the Japanese domestic market. The company is...

Underfall Yard reopens after staff member’s arson
Underfall Yard reopens after staff member’s arson
Friday, 26 April 2024

Underfall Yard has re-opened its gates, welcoming visitors to the working boatyard after a Bristol boatyard fire damaged five historic buildings and destroyed six boats in May 2023. The fire was subsequently found to have been set by a new employ...

SIBS swim 2024 – registration opens
SIBS swim 2024 – registration opens
Friday, 26 April 2024

The Rose Road Association charity swim is returning to Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS) on Saturday, 21 September 2024.

French pedal kayak powered by solar panels
French pedal kayak powered by solar panels
Friday, 26 April 2024

L’Aquaphile has announced the launch of its Pedayak Solar. This is described as a hybrid pedal kayak with electric drive, powered by solar panels.

“Shocked how little time I would have survived” lifesaving training for fishermen
“Shocked how little time I would have survived” lifesaving training for fishermen
Friday, 26 April 2024

Fishing crews are being encouraged to attend a course designed to save their lives at sea, after one man expressed his shock at ‘just how serious’ trawling can be when someone falls in the water.

GALIANA WITHSECURE & EVRIKA FINISH McINTYRE OGR
GALIANA WITHSECURE & EVRIKA FINISH McINTYRE OGR
Thursday, 25 April 2024

It was a long, painfully slow final two days to complete their circumnavigation. But, finally, Galiana WithSecure FI (06) and Evrika FR (07) crossed the Royal Yacht Squadron finish line in a moody windless, moonlight Cowes arrival.

New sponsor of The Shipyard at the 2024 Southampton International Boat Show
New sponsor of The Shipyard at the 2024 Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 25 April 2024

British Marine, organisers of the Southampton International Boat Show, has announces GAC Pindar, the marine leisure, sports and event logistics division at GAC Group, as the new official sponsor of The Shipyard for its 2024 edition.

BOAT 3 TESTING: AMERICAN MAGIC’S AC75 RACE BOAT UNCLOAKED IN BARCELONA
BOAT 3 TESTING: AMERICAN MAGIC’S AC75 RACE BOAT UNCLOAKED IN BARCELONA
Thursday, 25 April 2024

New York Yacht Club American Magic, Challenger for the 37th America’s Cup, uncloaked its AC75 race boat, “B3,” as commissioning continues in Barcelona.

Palma Boat Show kicks off the Med season today
Palma Boat Show kicks off the Med season today
Thursday, 25 April 2024

The Palma International Boat Show 2024 (PIBS) opened its doors this morning, marking the 40th anniversary of the annual Spanish boat show.

Royal Huisman to build world’s tallest sailing yacht
Royal Huisman to build world’s tallest sailing yacht
Thursday, 25 April 2024

Dutch custom superyacht builder Royal Huisman has unveiled details of Project 411, Noir, an 81-metre sailing yacht with the tallest sloop rig in the world.

Twin Vee PowerCats appoints sales director
Twin Vee PowerCats appoints sales director
Thursday, 25 April 2024

Twin Vee PowerCats, a US manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of power boats, has hired Thomas Morford as its national sales director.

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