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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.

Floating art gallery to sail around the Med hosting 2,000 visitors daily
Floating art gallery to sail around the Med hosting 2,000 visitors daily
Wednesday, 06 March 2024

A new travelling cultural festival will sail around the Mediterranean on Art Explora — a large catamaran that will host up to 2,000 visitors on board a day, free of charge.

Sea Ray dealer network expands to Western Australia
Sea Ray dealer network expands to Western Australia
Wednesday, 06 March 2024

Sea Ray, a pleasure boat manufacturer and brand of Brunswick Corporation, has expanded its dealer network across Australia.

Dramatic start to Leg 4 of McIntyre Ocean Race
Dramatic start to Leg 4 of McIntyre Ocean Race
Wednesday, 06 March 2024

It was a thrilling start to Leg 4 of the McIntyre Ocean Globe Race in Punta Del Este, Uruguay. Just seconds after the 14:00, local time start, Spirit of Helsinki FI (71) crossed the line first, Outlaw AU (08) second and Pen Duick VI FR (14) third ...

Typhoon International champions 29er UK talent
Typhoon International champions 29er UK talent
Wednesday, 06 March 2024

As part of its long-term partnership with the 29er UK Class Association, marine equipment manufacturer Typhoon International will sponsor three pairs of promising young sailors in the Junior, Boys and Girls divisions.

RS Sailing Opens Entries for the 30th Anniversary Regatta
RS Sailing Opens Entries for the 30th Anniversary Regatta
Wednesday, 06 March 2024

Entries are open for the RS Sailing 30th Anniversary Regatta at Hayling Island Sailing Club from 17 – 19 May.

Williams secures Solas approval for new Dieseljet models
Williams secures Solas approval for new Dieseljet models
Wednesday, 06 March 2024

Jet tender manufacturer Williams Jet Tenders has produced the first models of the DieselJet 565 and 625 with Solas approval. These models join the DieselJet 505 in becoming fully certified as Solas (International Convention for the Safety of Life...

Freedom Boat Club of Spain Adds Two New Locations in the Costa Blanca Region
Freedom Boat Club of Spain Adds Two New Locations in the Costa Blanca Region
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

Freedom Boat Club has announced two new locations in the Costa Blanca region.

Clarisse Crémer cleared by the international jury of the Vendée Globe 2020/21
Clarisse Crémer cleared by the international jury of the Vendée Globe 2020/21
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

After a thorough investigation and several challenging weeks, the international jury of the Vendée Globe 2020/21 has ruled yesterday that the private exchanges between Clarisse and her husband Tanguy Le Turquais were in compliance with the ...

Littlehampton RNLI join thousands to commemorate 200 years of lifesaving
Littlehampton RNLI join thousands to commemorate 200 years of lifesaving
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

On Monday 4 March seven of the charity’s volunteers were proud to represent Littlehampton lifeboat station at Westminster Abbey joining crews and fundraisers from across the UK and Ireland to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the found...

Exclusive Berth Holders Scheme
Exclusive Berth Holders Scheme
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

Pantaenius UK has announced a collaboration with boatfolk as the trusted insurance partner for their bespoke berth holders scheme. Established  across 11 premier marinas across the UK, this accounts for some 4,000+ berths in total.

World Sailing’s Steering the Course 2024 celebrates Olympic role models
World Sailing’s Steering the Course 2024 celebrates Olympic role models
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

The fourth edition of Steering the Course, World Sailing’s global women’s sailing festival, will take on a special focus in this Olympic year by celebrating the pathway many of the sport’s role models have taken to the Olympic Ga...

Website traffic comparisons - November 2023 to January 2024
Website traffic comparisons - November 2023 to January 2024
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

We regularly measure our website traffic against that of our closest competitors in the marine sector. We now have updated figures from November 2023 to January 2024 that we are proud to share with you.

French skipper Clarisse Crémer cleared of misconduct in Vendée Globe
French skipper Clarisse Crémer cleared of misconduct in Vendée Globe
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

An international jury has cleared French sailor Clarisse Crémer and her husband, Tanguy Le Turquais, of misconduct, after allegations of cheating during the Vendée Globe.

Inside Tankoa’s 70m hybrid superyacht inspired by Milan
Inside Tankoa’s 70m hybrid superyacht inspired by Milan
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

Genoa-based superyacht builder Tankoa has revealed the new 70-metre superyacht project Milano, developed with Milan-based studio Nauta Design.

Virtue Yachts appoints dealer in the UK and Ireland
Virtue Yachts appoints dealer in the UK and Ireland
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

Polish boat builder Virtue Yachts has appointed S6 Marine exclusive dealer for UK and Ireland.

Europe’s largest offshore solar array secures funding
Europe’s largest offshore solar array secures funding
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

A consortium of 15 partners, including SolarDuck, DMEC and RWE, have been awarded funding for Europe’s largest offshore floating solar demonstration project to date.

Camper & Nicholsons to sell Nolimits models in Asia Pacific
Camper & Nicholsons to sell Nolimits models in Asia Pacific
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

Global superyacht brokerage and service firm Camper & Nicholsons has announced an exclusive partnership with Nolimits to sell its models in the Asia-Pacific region.

MarineMax completes acquisition of Williams Tenders USA
MarineMax completes acquisition of Williams Tenders USA
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

MarineMax has completed the acquisition of Williams Tenders USA, Inc.

British waterways campaign launches boater survey
British waterways campaign launches boater survey
Tuesday, 05 March 2024

The Fund Britain’s Waterways (FBW) campaign has launched a comprehensive survey to gather insights from boaters regarding their experiences while cruising in 2023.

Engineers join riggers at Falmouth Harbour’s new Marine Hub
Engineers join riggers at Falmouth Harbour’s new Marine Hub
Monday, 04 March 2024 Falmouth Harbour’s new “Marine Hub” has been joined by a team of marine engineers, strengthening this focal point of expertise for the community’s yacht and boat owners right in the heart of town. Coastside Engineering Servic...

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