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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.

Hartlepool’s oldest surviving coble boat to be restored
Hartlepool’s oldest surviving coble boat to be restored
Wednesday, 01 September 2021

The oldest surviving traditional northeast coast coble is set to be restored to full sail once again, 121 years after being first launched.

Damen signs contract with Fairplay Towage
Damen signs contract with Fairplay Towage
Wednesday, 01 September 2021

Damen Shipyards Group has signed a contract with Fairplay Towage Polska for the delivery of a Shoalbuster 2711 ICE

Recently Sold - Bavaria 350 Lagoon
Recently Sold - Bavaria 350 Lagoon
Wednesday, 01 September 2021

Last week Boatshed Greece sold this 1993 Bavaria 350 Lagoon.

September 2021 BoatBid Auction - Catalogue
September 2021 BoatBid Auction - Catalogue
Wednesday, 01 September 2021

The catalogue for the September 2021 BoatBid auction is now live and available to view.

VIDEO: Ships collide as Hurricane Ida hits USA
VIDEO: Ships collide as Hurricane Ida hits USA
Tuesday, 31 August 2021

Wind gusts of up to 172mph were reported in Louisiana when Hurricane Ida battered the region on the weekend.

Yamaha’s UK debuts and outboard upgrades for SIBS
Yamaha’s UK debuts and outboard upgrades for SIBS
Tuesday, 31 August 2021

Yamaha Marine will be displaying an extensive range of products at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show, 10-19 September, both on and off the water.

Women In Marine networking event announced
Women In Marine networking event announced
Tuesday, 31 August 2021

This year’s Women in Marine networking reception will take place on Thursday 16 September 2021, from 16:30 – 18:00, in the Foredeck Stage area during the Southampton International Boat Show.

Svitzer Europe appoints new MD for German and Scandinavian regions
Svitzer Europe appoints new MD for German and Scandinavian regions
Tuesday, 31 August 2021

Leading towage operator Svitzer has appointed Mathias Jonasson as managing director of the Scandinavia and Germany cluster, effective from 1 September 2021. 

Silver Yachts reveals new 260ft superyacht
Silver Yachts reveals new 260ft superyacht
Tuesday, 31 August 2021

Australian yard Silver Yachts has announced its new 79.5m aluminium yacht with accommodation for up to 18 guests across eight cabins.

Entries open for World Match Racing Tour in London
Entries open for World Match Racing Tour in London
Tuesday, 31 August 2021

Applications have opened for a World Match Racing Tour event and training camp taking place at London’s Queen Mary Sailing Club in a joint initiative with RYA British Keelboat Sailing.

SAFE Boats and Diverse Marine set sights on US offshore wind market
SAFE Boats and Diverse Marine set sights on US offshore wind market
Tuesday, 31 August 2021

SAFE Boats International has announced a formal partnership agreement with Diverse Marine to further develop the US offshore wind market.

RNLI issues warning ahead of Bank Holiday as teens rescued
RNLI issues warning ahead of Bank Holiday as teens rescued
Friday, 27 August 2021

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has issued a safety warning ahead of the bank holiday weekend, urging people to take care and be aware of the dangers along the coast after two teenagers were rescued by RNLI lifeguards when they fol...

Government extends CE marking acceptance for boats until 2023
Government extends CE marking acceptance for boats until 2023
Friday, 27 August 2021

The government has announced an extension to the start date for the new post-Brexit certification rules for CE products by 12 months.

Arcona Najad Yachts appoints new CEO
Arcona Najad Yachts appoints new CEO
Friday, 27 August 2021

Swedish boat builder, Arcona Najad Yachts AB has appointed Urban Lagnéus as its new CEO.

SIBS continues sustainability pledge
SIBS continues sustainability pledge
Friday, 27 August 2021

British Marine and The Green Blue will continue to driving forward their sustainability goals at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS).

Candela launches new hydrofoiling leisure craft
Candela launches new hydrofoiling leisure craft
Friday, 27 August 2021

Swedish tech company, Candela has launched its second-generation hydrofoiling leisure boat: the Candela C-8, a larger and more comfortable craft which it says is designed to bring electric boats to the wider market. This follows Candela’s l...

CE MARKING ACCEPTANCE FOR BOATS EXTENDED UNTIL 2023
CE MARKING ACCEPTANCE FOR BOATS EXTENDED UNTIL 2023
Friday, 27 August 2021

The Government has announced an extension to the start date for the new post-Brexit certification rules for CE products by 12 months.

Spaces still available for free watersports at Gosport Marine Festival
Spaces still available for free watersports at Gosport Marine Festival
Friday, 27 August 2021

With one week to go until the Gosport Marine Festival, there’s still time to pre-book the free kayaking, sailing and stand-up paddle boarding sessions at this fun-filled family day out.

Bookings open for Marine Trades Association Awards Dinner
Bookings open for Marine Trades Association Awards Dinner
Friday, 27 August 2021

This year’s Marine Trades Association Awards Dinner sponsored Marine Industry News will take place alongside the Southampton International Boat Show on 13 September from 19.00 at Grande Café, Southampton...

Fishermen win $1.16 million after catching ‘record-breaking’ blue marlin
Fishermen win $1.16 million after catching ‘record-breaking’ blue marlin
Friday, 27 August 2021

In the first hour of the last day of the MidAtlantic Tournament, a team of fishermen hooked up to a blue marlin, breaking a potential Maryland record, according to ForTheWin.

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