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Riva names exclusive dealer in US
Thursday, 19 September 2024Riva, a brand of Italian boating giant Ferretti Group, has signed a new dealership agreement with Jeff Brown Yachts in the United States. As the exclusive dealer for Riva boats along the US West Coast, Jeff Brown Yachts will manage distribution, ...
‘We love water’ campaign launched in anticipation of 2025 boot Düsseldorf
Thursday, 19 September 2024The 2025 edition of boot Düsseldorf has unveiled further plans for the 56th edition, including its new campaign under the tagline ‘We love water’. The annual event, returning from 18 to 26 January 2025, is the world’s large...
Crick Boat Show insures itself for success with new title sponsor
Thursday, 19 September 2024Haven Knox-Johnston has secured a three-year title sponsorship deal with the Crick Boat Show, a significant boost for the event taking place 23-26 May 2025. While this partnership is great news for the show, the official name, “Crick Boat S...
DRAMA AND DELIGHT ON A THRILLING DAY IN THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP SEMI-FINALS
Wednesday, 18 September 2024A day of wildly swinging fortunes on a tricky Barcelona racetrack saw the Challenger of Record, INEOS Britannia, secure their place in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final with a win over Alinghi Red Bull Racing in the pair’s second race of the day. ...
INEOS Britannia secures place in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final
Wednesday, 18 September 2024INEOS Britannia has secured its spot in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final, Ben Ainslie’s crew is the first team to progress to the Final, after winning the required five races against its opponent, Alinghi Red Bull Racing (SUI).
Winners of The Yacht Harbour Association Marina Awards 2024 unveiled at the Southampton International Boat Show
Wednesday, 18 September 2024The winners of The Yacht Harbour Association Marina Awards 2024, supported by Haven Knox-Johnston, were announced on 18 September, from the Foredeck Stage at the Southampton International Boat Show.
Winners revealed in the Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition 2024
Wednesday, 18 September 2024The 2024 Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition has once again delivered a thrilling showcase of talent, creativity and future innovation. Hosted at the Southampton International Boat Show, this year’s competition brought together the next...
Southampton International Boat Show celebrates apprentices and showcases marine careers
Wednesday, 18 September 2024The Southampton International Boat Show was the epicentre of celebrations yesterday, as the marine industry’s brightest young talents were honoured at the Apprentice Recognition Ceremony and the winner of the inaugural British Marine Apprent...
Woman killed in shark attack while sailing on British boat off Canary Islands
Wednesday, 18 September 2024A 30-year-old German woman has died after being attacked by a shark while cruising aboard a British-flagged catamaran, the Dalliance Chichester, off the coast of Western Sahara.
MarineMax names new CEO of IGY Marinas
Wednesday, 18 September 2024MarineMax, a global provider of recreational boat, yacht and superyacht services, has appointed Steven English as chief executive officer of its IGY Marinas subsidiary.
boatfolk launches the #boatgen Sailing Team, in partnership with Andrew Simpson Foundation
Wednesday, 18 September 2024National boating business, boatfolk, unveiled the #boatgen Sailing Team in partnership with the Andrew Simpson Foundation, at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show. The official launch of the team marks the next chapter of #boatgen...
Trade Tuesday marks successful return at Southampton Boat Show
Wednesday, 18 September 2024The popular Trade Tuesday event at the Southampton International Boat Show returned yesterday, on 17 September.
Sunsail Offers Global Regatta’s: get access to the best sailing events in the world
Wednesday, 18 September 2024Yacht charter company, Sunsail, continues its long-standing history of offering sailing adventures with additional worldwide Regatta’s offering access to the best sailing events across the globe.
Henshaw Inflatables expands team and objectives
Wednesday, 18 September 2024Henshaw Inflatables, which provides tubes for RIB builders and superyacht tenders, has expanded its team. Vicky Farrow has become operations director, and James Harris has been appointed director of business development and sales.
Sunsail and The Moorings win SIBS sustainability award
Wednesday, 18 September 2024Sunsail and The Moorings have won the Sustainability Award at the 2024 Southampton International Boat Show, in a large part thanks to the companies’ sustainability achievements realised under their joint ‘Our Ocean Promise’ init...
UK Butterfly Emergency Declared
Wednesday, 18 September 2024Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation has declared a national ‘Butterfly Emergency’, with results of this summer’s Big Butterfly Count showing a marked and hugely concerning decline in numbers.
Omaya Yachts appoints Turkish dealer
Wednesday, 18 September 2024Bulgarian powercat brand Omaya Yachts has appointed Mirgi Yacht as its representative in Turkey.
boatcare launches EcoMarine division
Wednesday, 18 September 2024boatcare, the national boat maintenance company founded by UK boating business, boatfolk, has launched its sustainability division – EcoMarine at Southampton International Boat Show.
UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED!
Wednesday, 18 September 2024National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, has announced the winner of its twelfth annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the UK and Ireland’s historic relationship with the...
Athena Pathway Hits the Water on Day 1 of UniCredit Youth America’s Cup
Tuesday, 17 September 2024The UniCredit Youth America’s Cup kicked off its third edition today in Barcelona, but light winds caused delays before the fleet took to the race course in tricky conditions.
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