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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.

Garmin expands GPSMAP x3 series with new 16-inch chartplotter
Garmin expands GPSMAP x3 series with new 16-inch chartplotter
Tuesday, 13 February 2024

Garmin has announced the GPSMAP® 16×3 chartplotters— the newest addition to its popular GPSMAP x3 series that combines the same easy-to-use features, including built-in Garmin Navionics+ mapping and sonar support, with a stunning h...

Eleven Round the “Rock” in McIntyre OGR Leg Three
Eleven Round the “Rock” in McIntyre OGR Leg Three
Monday, 12 February 2024

It’s been a very dramatic few days in the Ocean Globe Race. The Italian IRC leader Translated 9 ITL (09) has retired from Leg 3 after being forced to divert to the Falkland Islands to repair cracks in the hull of the Swan 65, following three...

RYA Yachtmaster of the Year announced
RYA Yachtmaster of the Year announced
Monday, 12 February 2024

The RYA’s President, HRH The Princess Royal, presented 24-year-old Freddie Jablonski with the prestigious RYA Yachtmaster® of the Year award at the annual stakeholder lunch at Trinity House in London.  The event was attended by gues...

Nearly 30 injured as Miami tour boat collides with another vessel
Nearly 30 injured as Miami tour boat collides with another vessel
Monday, 12 February 2024

An accident near the Port of Miami has left 29 people injured, and over a dozen hospitalised, according to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department.

More embarrassment for Navy as second ship fails to depart on Nato exercise
More embarrassment for Navy as second ship fails to depart on Nato exercise
Monday, 12 February 2024

A Royal Navy aircraft carrier failed to depart on schedule for a Nato exercise just a week after its sister ship had to pull out due to a mechanical fault.

New CEO at Baltic Yachts
New CEO at Baltic Yachts
Monday, 12 February 2024

Finnish sailing yacht builder Baltic Yachts has appointed a new CEO, Tom von Bonsdorff, who joined the company on 5 February 2024.

IBEX organisers appoint new executive director
IBEX organisers appoint new executive director
Monday, 12 February 2024

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and RAI Amsterdam, co-owners of the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), have promoted Anne Dunbar to executive director of IBEX.

Centouno Navi arrives in Saudi Arabia
Centouno Navi arrives in Saudi Arabia
Monday, 12 February 2024

Italian shipyard Centouno Navi has arrived in Saudi Arabia, after signing an agreement with Saudi business house Durah al Fodah.

Aquator Marine and Centtrip partner on yacht finance solution
Aquator Marine and Centtrip partner on yacht finance solution
Monday, 12 February 2024

Aquator Marine and Centtrip have formed a new partnership to help simplify the financial challenges faced by yacht owners and crew with a new range of services tailored for yacht management.

Smart marina technology deployed at Hamble Point Marina
Smart marina technology deployed at Hamble Point Marina
Monday, 12 February 2024

UK marina group MDL Marinas has partnered with marine digitalisation firm Falco and its marina management software provider Havenstar to trial smart marina technology at its popular Hamble Point Marina at the mouth of the River Hamble.

March 2024 BoatBid - Open for Entries
March 2024 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Monday, 12 February 2024

Are you thinking about selling your boat?

Source your new sailing set up
Source your new sailing set up
Sunday, 11 February 2024

The RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show will be packed to the rafters with the latest on-water kit. From foiling trimarans to high-performance sails, the Show will have all you need for the sailing season ahead.

Large scale multi emergency services exercise in Gravesend
Large scale multi emergency services exercise in Gravesend
Saturday, 10 February 2024 A large scale mass casualty exercise took place on LV21 in Gravesend Reach on 9 February. The code named ‘Exercise Red Ship’ has been declared one of the largest exercises ever held on the River Thames.

A large noticeable presence of ...

Ocean Globe Leader Translated 9 Returns To Falklands With Hull Damage
Ocean Globe Leader Translated 9 Returns To Falklands With Hull Damage
Friday, 09 February 2024

At 22:15 UTC on 8 February, the owner of Italian yacht Marco Trombetti, Translated 9 ITL (09) currently IRC race leader in the MCINTYRE OCEAN GLOBE RACE contacted Race Control to inform them of damage to the hull of the Swan 65. Two cracks had dev...

Crick Boat Show tickets on sale
Crick Boat Show tickets on sale
Friday, 09 February 2024

Advance tickets are now on sale for the 2024 Crick Boat Show, saving 10 per cent on the entry price. 

2024 RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show speakers confirmed
2024 RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show speakers confirmed
Friday, 09 February 2024

The countdown is on to the 2024 RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show and the full line-up of guest speakers is confirmed.  The experts will be on hand to inspire and guide you in your own watersports journey over the season-opening showcase (24-...

Musto announces support for four Youth & Puig Women’s America’s Cup
Musto announces support for four Youth & Puig Women’s America’s Cup
Friday, 09 February 2024

Musto’s close ties with the world’s leading sailors and events from the Olympics to the Vendée Globe continue today with the announcement of its support for four Youth teams and Women’s teams in the 37th America’s Cu...

YAMAHA MAKES WAVES AT BOATLIFE 2024
YAMAHA MAKES WAVES AT BOATLIFE 2024
Friday, 09 February 2024

BoatLife is set to include another stellar line-up of Yamaha outboards and marine products exhibited by Yamaha’s boat partners, with doors opening on 15 February 2023 for the 4-day event at the NEC in Birmingham.

Are marinas getting smarter?
Are marinas getting smarter?
Friday, 09 February 2024

MIN looks at the rise and usage of booking technologies and apps within smart marinas

SailGP’s Women’s Accelerator Programme to advance inclusion
SailGP’s Women’s Accelerator Programme to advance inclusion
Friday, 09 February 2024

SailGP and its exclusive financial solutions partner, Apex Group, have launched the league’s first Women’s Accelerator Program. Having signed a new three-year sponsorship deal in June 2023, SailGP and Apex Group have been working to b...

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