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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.

Barrus names new CEO
Barrus names new CEO
Tuesday, 05 September 2023

Barrus, a UK importer and distributor of marine equipment, has appointed Graham Knox as its new chief executive officer.

Who will be crowned winner of the Superyacht UK Young Designer competition 2023?
Who will be crowned winner of the Superyacht UK Young Designer competition 2023?
Tuesday, 05 September 2023

This year marks the welcome return of the Superyacht UK Young Designer competition, sponsored by Marine Resources, at the Southampton International Boat Show.

Wessex Resins & Adhesives to present NEW series of epoxy demonstrations at Southampton International Boat Show
Wessex Resins & Adhesives to present NEW series of epoxy demonstrations at Southampton International Boat Show
Tuesday, 05 September 2023

Wessex Resins & Adhesives is set to feature an impressive range of NEW epoxy demonstrations throughout the duration of the Southampton International Boat Show. Visitors can expect an array of epoxy techniques presented daily at stand J401, fro...

Video: Time-capsule schooner found in 270ft of water
Video: Time-capsule schooner found in 270ft of water
Tuesday, 05 September 2023

A long-lost shipwreck, the schooner Trinidad, has been discovered in Lake Michigan, Wisconsin. The vessel, built in 1867, is remarkably intact, with the deckhouse still in place, containing the crew’s possessions, dishes, anchors, bell and ...

WIN an £80,000 RIBEYE A600 for just £5 with the Southampton International Boat Show
WIN an £80,000 RIBEYE A600 for just £5 with the Southampton International Boat Show
Tuesday, 05 September 2023

The Southampton International Boat Show is offering one lucky winner the chance to win a RIBEYE A600 – worth £80,000*.

ePropulsion UK Race Village Partner with the Ocean Globe Race
ePropulsion UK Race Village Partner with the Ocean Globe Race
Tuesday, 05 September 2023

ePropulsion UK are a Race Village Partner for the forthcoming Ocean Globe Race. This inspirational race enables ordinary sailors to experience the adventure of round the world sailing on production yachts designed before 1988, using the technologi...

Superyacht brokerage firms merge to expand services in Asia
Superyacht brokerage firms merge to expand services in Asia
Tuesday, 05 September 2023

Hong Kong-based brokerage firm Asia Yachting has merged with BlackOrange, a full-service superyacht charter and brokerage company with a global presence.

J Class World Championship returns to America’s Cup
J Class World Championship returns to America’s Cup
Monday, 04 September 2023

America’s Cup organisers have invited the J Class to host its World Championships between 7-11 October 2024, during the 37th America’s Cup, with a practice regatta set for 3-4 October 2024.

Brunswick to debut new brand at Cannes
Brunswick to debut new brand at Cannes
Monday, 04 September 2023

Brunswick Corporation is unveiling its newest boat brand — Navan by Quicksilver — during the 2023 Cannes International Boat and Yacht Show.

Inaugural Trade Tuesday event launched to support the industry at SIBS
Inaugural Trade Tuesday event launched to support the industry at SIBS
Monday, 04 September 2023

British Marine has announced the launch of Trade Tuesday at the Southampton International Boat Show.

Bringing the festival vibe to the Southampton International Boat Show in the brand-new Shipyard
Bringing the festival vibe to the Southampton International Boat Show in the brand-new Shipyard
Monday, 04 September 2023

From dance inducing live music to magically mixed DJ sets, stalls selling street food, well stocked bars and live sport on the big screen; to an oasis of calm with luxurious five-star service and VIP treatment at the Quayside Club, there’s s...

Tourists ‘shot dead’ after entering Algerian waters on jet skis
Tourists ‘shot dead’ after entering Algerian waters on jet skis
Monday, 04 September 2023

Two jet skiers have reportedly been shot dead after losing their way off the Moroccan town of Saidia last Tuesday (29 August).

Stella Marine acquires Australian Davits & Cranes
Stella Marine acquires Australian Davits & Cranes
Monday, 04 September 2023

Marine equipment manufacturer Stella Marine has acquired Queensland-based Australian Davits & Cranes (ADC).

Watch: Fire destroys billionaire’s luxury yacht in Sydney
Watch: Fire destroys billionaire’s luxury yacht in Sydney
Monday, 04 September 2023

Fire has destroyed a luxury yacht in Sydney’s Woolwich Dock.

Kongsberg Maritime appoints new finance leader
Kongsberg Maritime appoints new finance leader
Monday, 04 September 2023

Norwegian marine technology company Kongsberg Maritime has appointed Christian Bekkevold Nilsen as its new executive vice president of finance. Nilsen joins the company in October 2023.

Typhoon showcases watersports apparel from new location at METS 2023
Typhoon showcases watersports apparel from new location at METS 2023
Monday, 04 September 2023

Typhoon International is presenting its collection of watersports apparel from a new location at this year’s METSTRADE (15-17 November 2023) as it joins parent company Alliance Marine on stand 05.241 in the French Pavilion.

Clipper Race start from Portsmouth today.
Clipper Race start from Portsmouth today.
Sunday, 03 September 2023

The 14th Clipper Round the World Yacht Race kicks off today at 4 p.m. from Southsea Castle in Portsmouth, UK. This grueling competition will involve 11 teams of over 700 crew members, hailing from 63 different countries, including 105 sailors from...

AMERICA’S CUP BRINGS HYDROGEN TECHNOLOGY & E-SPORTS PARTNERSHIP WITH GENERALITAT DE CATALUNYA
AMERICA’S CUP BRINGS HYDROGEN TECHNOLOGY & E-SPORTS PARTNERSHIP WITH GENERALITAT DE CATALUNYA
Friday, 01 September 2023

America’s Cup has announced a new technological partnership with ACCIÓ, the public agency for the competitiveness of Catalan enterprise which is part of the Ministry of Business and Labour of the Generalitat of Catalonia.

Knowledge is power
Knowledge is power
Friday, 01 September 2023

Not sure electric is for you? We dispel the myths surrounding electric propulsion.

Shootin’ the Breeze… with Shane Mugan, founder of Ultimate Boats
Shootin’ the Breeze… with Shane Mugan, founder of Ultimate Boats
Friday, 01 September 2023

Q Last year Ultimate Boats unveiled a fully recyclable leisure boat. Can you tell us about the DANU technology used?
SM: We developed and patented DANU, a fully recyclable composite material. Unlike fibreglass, which is notoriously difficu...

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