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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.

VIDEO: Cornwall’s ‘friendly’ dolphin appears but swimmers asked not to play
VIDEO: Cornwall’s ‘friendly’ dolphin appears but swimmers asked not to play
Thursday, 26 August 2021

Marine conservation charities British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR) and Marine Connection are advising people to act with caution around Cornwall’s latest unusual visitor. 

The Lady Vanishes!
The Lady Vanishes!
Thursday, 26 August 2021

With the growing popularity of both MDL’s Shamrock Quay and the Kemps Quay Marina (Southampton’s oldest Marina, dating back to 1913), the upper reaches of the River Itchen are becoming an increasingly popular destination for leisure sa...

Alpha Custom Yachts appoints North American dealer
Alpha Custom Yachts appoints North American dealer
Thursday, 26 August 2021

Alpha Custom Yachts has appointed Denison Yachting to be its exclusive North American dealer. 

Help Turn the Tide on Plastic Pollution on Southampton’s Waterways
Help Turn the Tide on Plastic Pollution on Southampton’s Waterways
Thursday, 26 August 2021

Ahead of Southampton International Boat Show, organisers British Marine are calling on volunteers to join a community paddle board event to help turn the tide on plastic in our waters.

New discounts for RYA members on Lowrance, Simrad, B&G and C-MAP
New discounts for RYA members on Lowrance, Simrad, B&G and C-MAP
Thursday, 26 August 2021

The RYA welcomes four new partners to its member partner programme, with members now able to enjoy a 10 per cent discount on selected products from B&G, Simrad, Lowrance and C-MAP.

Burgess Asia sells 20th yacht
Burgess Asia sells 20th yacht
Thursday, 26 August 2021

Burgess Asia is claiming a sales record in the region with five vessels brokered so far this year – this brings the total of yachts brokered by Burgess in Asia to five in 2021, so far – already as many as sold throughou...

Volunteer for Southampton’s paddleboard litter clean-up
Volunteer for Southampton’s paddleboard litter clean-up
Thursday, 26 August 2021

Ahead of Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS), volunteers are being asked to join a community paddleboard event to help turn the tide on plastic in our waters.

Bournemouth lifeguards in multi-agency rescue of missing child
Bournemouth lifeguards in multi-agency rescue of missing child
Thursday, 26 August 2021

On 23 August, RNLI lifeguards on Bournemouth beach were requested to help find a missing 12-year-old boy, who was last seen in the sea at around 6pm.

VIDEO: The new Jeanneau 65
VIDEO: The new Jeanneau 65
Thursday, 26 August 2021

Jeanneau has announced its new flagship Jeanneau 65 will be launched next year. The new Jeanneau 65 builds on the success of the Jeanneau 64 with increased options for personalisation, above and below deck.

WATCH: Swimmer airlifted to safety from Porth Beach
WATCH: Swimmer airlifted to safety from Porth Beach
Wednesday, 25 August 2021

A swimmer has been winched to safety after getting into difficulty on the water after trying to climb the cliff at Porth Beach.

Marine Industry News launches inaugural print issue
Marine Industry News launches inaugural print issue
Wednesday, 25 August 2021

Marine Industry News is delighted to announce the launch of its first issue in print, to be distributed at Southampton International Boat Show.

Lymington rowers break 12 hour distance world record
Lymington rowers break 12 hour distance world record
Wednesday, 25 August 2021

A four man crew from Lymington Amateur Rowing Club (LARC) has completed 122.4km in 12 hours, becoming the world record holders (unverified) for the furthest distance rowed in open water in 12 hours.

Ferretti Group expands network in Greece
Ferretti Group expands network in Greece
Wednesday, 25 August 2021

Ferretti Group is expanding its sales network in Greece through an exclusive partnership agreement with Okeanis to market the Riva, Pershing, Ferretti Yachts and Itama brands.

Major extension completed at Tingdene’s Broadlands Marina
Major extension completed at Tingdene’s Broadlands Marina
Wednesday, 25 August 2021

Situated on Oulton Broad just outside Lowestoft, Tingdene’s Broadlands Marina has undergone major development works to extend its berthing capabilities.

Quantum Racing leading as 52  SUPER SERIES kicks off
Quantum Racing leading as 52 SUPER SERIES kicks off
Wednesday, 25 August 2021

Following the cancellation of the first event of the series in Valencia in July, the 52 SUPER SERIES finally kicked off yesterday in Mallorca with the Puerto Portales Sailing Week and the 20th Anniversary Invitational.

Southampton International Boat Show Drives its Sustainability Pledge Further
Southampton International Boat Show Drives its Sustainability Pledge Further
Wednesday, 25 August 2021

British Marine and The Green Blue are raising the sustainability bar even higher at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show, minimising the shows environmental impact whilst also asking the marine industry and visitors alike to contr...

Major extension of Tingdene’s Broadlands Marina
Major extension of Tingdene’s Broadlands Marina
Wednesday, 25 August 2021

At the end of 2020, Walcon Marine supplied a package of pontoons that has played a big part in the in the transformation of Tingdene’s Broadlands Marina, situated on Oulton Broad just outside Lowestoft and a part of the world famous Broads N...

Minister for International Trade visits Sunseeker
Minister for International Trade visits Sunseeker
Wednesday, 25 August 2021

Minister for International Trade, Ranil Jayawardena, visited Sunseeker headquarters in Poole on 10 August 2021.

Sunreef 70 wins International Yacht & Aviation Award
Sunreef 70 wins International Yacht & Aviation Award
Wednesday, 25 August 2021

The Sunreef 70 has been announced as the winner of the Sailing Yacht category at the International Yacht and Aviation Awards.

Recently Sold - Nimbus 310 Coupe
Recently Sold - Nimbus 310 Coupe
Wednesday, 25 August 2021

Last week Boatshed Norfolk sold this 2000 Nimbus 310 Coupe.

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