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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.

savvy navvy adds ‘over the horizon’ data to app
savvy navvy adds ‘over the horizon’ data to app
Friday, 01 March 2024

Marine technology company savvy navvy has rolled out Over the Horizon AIS (OHA) in its latest app update. OHA uses the phone’s internet connection to stream other vessels’ locations in real-time directly to the app, improving safety o...

Equality is not a yearly insta post, says boatbuilder
Equality is not a yearly insta post, says boatbuilder
Friday, 01 March 2024

“Creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an everyday challenge and conversation, not a yearly post,” says Belinda Joslin. She’s the founder of the Instagram group, Women in Boatbuilding, which she started...

In Focus: Avantis Group acquires Bulldog Coating Services
In Focus: Avantis Group acquires Bulldog Coating Services
Friday, 01 March 2024

Bridgend-based Avantis Group has acquired Newcastle-based Bulldog Coating Services. This acquisition marks a significant step in Avantis Group’s growth strategy. The company says it will enhance its service offering and will see Avantis off...

New Build Boats with Boatshed - Nutshell 26
New Build Boats with Boatshed - Nutshell 26
Friday, 01 March 2024

Boatshed are currently working alongside 14 boat manufacturers to advertise new build boats including catamarans, electric boats, fishing boats and even innovative stand up boats!

Wessex Resins and Adhesives to showcase Pro-Set epoxy systems at JEC World
Wessex Resins and Adhesives to showcase Pro-Set epoxy systems at JEC World
Friday, 01 March 2024

Wessex Resins is attending the 2024 JEC World event in Paris (5-7 March) and is taking its Pro-Set epoxy team to Booth 5F31 at Paris-Nord Villepinte.

Maritime Registrations Open for Scottish Traditional Boat Festival
Maritime Registrations Open for Scottish Traditional Boat Festival
Thursday, 29 February 2024

The 31st annual Scottish Traditional Boat Festival returns to the historic harbour of Portsoy on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd June 2024. Welcoming heritage craft from across the country, registrations are now open for skippers and saili...

Superyacht UK announces the launch of the Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition 2024
Superyacht UK announces the launch of the Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition 2024
Thursday, 29 February 2024

Superyacht UK, a membership only association representing the interests of the UK Superyacht industry in the UK and overseas, has announced the launch of the 2024 Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition.

The Moorings launch luxury powerboat cruising in Dubrovnik
The Moorings launch luxury powerboat cruising in Dubrovnik
Thursday, 29 February 2024

The Moorings is launching new powerboat trips in Dubrovnik, Croatia, for the summer 2024 season, catering to both casual cruisers and adventurous explorers, available to book now.

Expedition Zero launches first ‘sustainable’ expedition through Northwest Passage
Expedition Zero launches first ‘sustainable’ expedition through Northwest Passage
Thursday, 29 February 2024

Just a month after its launch at boot Düsseldorf, adventure sailing startup Expedition Zero has revealed plans for an inaugural expedition through the Northwest Passage.

Transatlantic rower found dead on boat while attempting charity challenge
Transatlantic rower found dead on boat while attempting charity challenge
Thursday, 29 February 2024

A 54-year-old British man has been found dead on his boat after falling ill while attempting to row across the Atlantic to raise money for charity.

MIN magazine – spring boat show edition
MIN magazine – spring boat show edition
Thursday, 29 February 2024

The MIN editorial team is currently hard at work creating another issue full of insightful industry content for our readers. 

Entries open for Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition 2024
Entries open for Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition 2024
Thursday, 29 February 2024

Superyacht UK, a membership-only association representing the interests of the UK Superyacht industry in the UK and overseas, has launched the 2024 Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition.

Henri-Lloyd appoints Knut Frostad as executive chair
Henri-Lloyd appoints Knut Frostad as executive chair
Thursday, 29 February 2024

Monte Rosa Sports (MRS) has confirmed that main board director Knut Frostad will join Henri-Lloyd as executive chair from 1 March 2024.

In Focus: High-frequency data aids energy conservation
In Focus: High-frequency data aids energy conservation
Thursday, 29 February 2024

“It is becoming increasingly clear that vessel owners, and possibly the marine industry, should recognise, internalise, and adopt digitalisation techniques if they desire to reach 2030/2050 international emissions goals more easily and in a...

Dock Bench Company acquired in US
Dock Bench Company acquired in US
Thursday, 29 February 2024

US firm Goldner Marine Group, parent company of Goldner Dock Construction, has purchased the Dock Bench Company.

Expedition Zero Sets Sail on Groundbreaking Journey Through the Northwest Passage
Expedition Zero Sets Sail on Groundbreaking Journey Through the Northwest Passage
Wednesday, 28 February 2024

Just a month following its celebrated launch at Boot Düsseldorf, Expedition Zero is already making waves in the adventure sailing world with its ambitious plan for a groundbreaking inaugural expedition through the Northwest Passage.

Shakespeare’s® sustainability goals enable them to donate more than £5,000 to charity
Shakespeare’s® sustainability goals enable them to donate more than £5,000 to charity
Wednesday, 28 February 2024

Shakespeare® has donated more than £5,000 to charities in January.

British crew member found dead on superyacht after being ‘electrocuted’
British crew member found dead on superyacht after being ‘electrocuted’
Wednesday, 28 February 2024

A British man has reportedly died after being electrocuted aboard a luxury yacht while fixing a power outage that occurred off the Caribbean island of Antigua.

Gulf Craft establishes Gulf Craft Group at Dubai Boat Show
Gulf Craft establishes Gulf Craft Group at Dubai Boat Show
Wednesday, 28 February 2024

Gulf Craft has used the first day of the 2024 Dubai International Boat Show to launch the Gulf Craft Group, a new umbrella group that integrates the company’s brands, shipyard and services.

In Focus: Refitting a £1 eBay Sunseeker
In Focus: Refitting a £1 eBay Sunseeker
Wednesday, 28 February 2024

Is a Sunseeker for a pound a bargain? According to Kara Gladman, group marketing executive at Avon Marina and Hypro Marine, her boss, Steve Clarke (commercial director), thought so. He bought one from eBay in November 2023, sight unseen.

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