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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.

Australia’s stars shine brightest on day one in Los Angeles
Australia’s stars shine brightest on day one in Los Angeles
Sunday, 23 July 2023 It was a case of a brand new racecourse but the same dominant Australian team performance on day one of the Oracle Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix at the Port of Los Angeles. Under typically sunny Californian skies Tom Slingsby’s team won the day&...
The Royal Society of Marine Artists’ Annual Exhibition
The Royal Society of Marine Artists’ Annual Exhibition
Friday, 21 July 2023

The Royal Society of Marine Artists, Europe’s foremost society of artists dedicated to depicting tidal waters and the marine environment, has announced the dates of its hotly anticipated Annual Exhibition at Mall Galleries in Lo...

New categories announced for DAME Design Awards
New categories announced for DAME Design Awards
Friday, 21 July 2023

The DAME Design Awards at METSTRADE (15-17 November 2023) has opened for entries with completely new categories this year, which are said to reflect the rapidly changing nature of marine technology and the industry’s future customers.

Surfers Against Sewage exposes Coca-Cola as top UK plastic polluter
Surfers Against Sewage exposes Coca-Cola as top UK plastic polluter
Friday, 21 July 2023

British marine conservation charity Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) has revealed the ‘Dirty Dozen’ companies responsible for over two thirds of branded pollution, with Coca Cola topping the list for the fourth year running.

Zhik secures partnership with Germany SailGP Team
Zhik secures partnership with Germany SailGP Team
Friday, 21 July 2023

Australian sailing brand Zhik has announced its partnership with the Germany SailGP Team as official Technical Apparel Supplier.

Boatyard launches AI ‘virtual assistant’ for boaters
Boatyard launches AI ‘virtual assistant’ for boaters
Friday, 21 July 2023

Boatyard, a customer experience platform designed for the marine industry, has launched Boatyard.ai, billed as the industry’s first virtual AI assistant for recreational boaters.

Ocean Globe Race reveals Southampton race village details
Ocean Globe Race reveals Southampton race village details
Friday, 21 July 2023

Retro round the world yacht race, the Ocean Globe Race (OGR) has revealed details of the Race Village, which will be hosted by MDL Marinas at its Ocean Village Marina in the heart of the Southampton.

Gunboat appoints Osprey Technical as electronics supplier
Gunboat appoints Osprey Technical as electronics supplier
Friday, 21 July 2023

High performance boat builder Gunboat has appointed Osprey technical to supply the electronics package for its Gunboat 80-02. This appointment follows the successful installation of the customised systems on the Gunboat 80-01, which is due to be...

Hurley Marine strengthens presence in Europe
Hurley Marine strengthens presence in Europe
Friday, 21 July 2023

Michigan-based Hurley Marine is strengthening its presence in Europe with leading Scandinavian retailer, Watski, adding the marine accessory manufacturer’s davit systems to its portfolio.

Masses to see and do in Mayflower Park at the heart of the Southampton International Boat Show
Masses to see and do in Mayflower Park at the heart of the Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 20 July 2023

Step into Mayflower Park, where iconic superyachts meet sailboats, bustling stalls packed with clothing, chandlery goods and accessories, the chance to see latest in engines and technology, and plenty to learn from the array of speakers on the For...

High winds and high stakes at the Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta
High winds and high stakes at the Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta
Thursday, 20 July 2023

The 15th edition of the Taittinger RSYC Regatta (14 – 16 July) hosted by the Royal Solent Yacht Club in Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, opened on Friday evening with the Champagne Taittinger Reception held on the tented, waterfront lawn of the RSYC...

Southampton Sailing School Celebrates 50th Edition of Rolex Fastnet Race with Three Entries
Southampton Sailing School Celebrates 50th Edition of Rolex Fastnet Race with Three Entries
Thursday, 20 July 2023

Southampton sailing school, First Class Sailing, is set to make waves as they announce their participation in the 50th edition of the Rolex Fastnet Race. With three yachts entered, First Class Sailing is gearing up to compete against a field of ne...

Ocean Globe Race countdown
Ocean Globe Race countdown
Thursday, 20 July 2023

MDL Marinas and the Ocean Globe Race have revealed plans for Ocean Village Marina. Celebrating their own 50th anniversary, MDL Marinas previously hosted the 1989, 1993, 1997 and 2001 Whitbread races. Now it’s the 50th Anniversary recreation ...

Torqeedo announces new business structure
Torqeedo announces new business structure
Thursday, 20 July 2023

Marine electric drive manufacturer Torqeedo has created two dedicated business units which it says will facilitate a focused approach to the company’s recreational and professional customers.

Canadian Vendée hopeful changes name
Canadian Vendée hopeful changes name
Thursday, 20 July 2023

Canada Ocean Racing has announced a new team name: Be Water Positive. The team says its performance goals remain the same – to be the first Canadian team to complete the Vendée Globe – but it will be sailing under a new purpose...

Pod of 55 whales dies after mass stranding in Scotland
Pod of 55 whales dies after mass stranding in Scotland
Thursday, 20 July 2023

An entire pod of 55 pilot whales has died after a mass stranding on a beach in Scotland’s Western Isles.

Gunboat appoints electronics experts Osprey Technical for first two Gunboat 80s
Gunboat appoints electronics experts Osprey Technical for first two Gunboat 80s
Thursday, 20 July 2023

Osprey Technical has developed and installed the customised electronics package and systems on the new, soon to be launched, Gunboat 80-01.

Enata presents autonomous version of its Foiler Spirit
Enata presents autonomous version of its Foiler Spirit
Thursday, 20 July 2023

Enata Marine – a division of the Enata Group, a manufacturing group headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, has unveiled a new unmanned version of its 10-metre ‘flying’ Foiler model, the Foiler Spirit.

Yamaha launches home delivery for smaller outboard models
Yamaha launches home delivery for smaller outboard models
Thursday, 20 July 2023

Yamaha Marine UK has expanded its e-commerce platform to include a new home delivery option for its portable and electric drive outboards. 

Australian firm awarded ‘alarming’ £1.6bn contract for UK asylum barges
Australian firm awarded ‘alarming’ £1.6bn contract for UK asylum barges
Thursday, 20 July 2023

An Australian travel firm has been given a two-year contract worth £1.6bn to handle the UK’s new asylum barges and accommodation, according to an investigation by a British newspaper.

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