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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.

ePropulsion UK to exhibit at Green Tech Boat Show
ePropulsion UK to exhibit at Green Tech Boat Show
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

ePropulsion UK have joined the growing list of exhibitors at the inaugural Green Tech Boat Show, hosted by MDL.

Sustainability leads the way at the 2021 Southampton International Boat Show
Sustainability leads the way at the 2021 Southampton International Boat Show
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

To mark World Oceans Day (8 June), the organiser of the Southampton International Boat Show, British Marine, has pledged to make the 2021 edition the most sustainable and environmentally friendly in its 52 year history.

Greek Customs acknowledges the rights of UK yachts to retain their EU VAT status
Greek Customs acknowledges the rights of UK yachts to retain their EU VAT status
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

Following the complaint to the European Union by the Cruising Association on the VAT Status of UK yachts in Greece after returning from outside EU Waters, the latest announcement received from the Greek Customs authority acknowledges the rights of...

Glass Ships in Bottles Exhibition
Glass Ships in Bottles Exhibition
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

A collection of 150 vintage glass ships in bottles and new glass artworks go on show at the Scottish Maritime Museum on Irvine Harbourside, Ayrshire, on 11 September.

World Oceans Day – Ocean Awareness Survey
World Oceans Day – Ocean Awareness Survey
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and the Ocean Conservation Trust, have published the results of the largest ever ocean literacy* survey held in England and Wales, which measured public awareness, attitudes, knowledge and b...

boatfolk launches Coastline Deadline
boatfolk launches Coastline Deadline
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

The marine environment is facing unprecedented change as a direct result of human activity and climate change. These challenges will have major implications for global biodiversity, infrastructure, human health and the productivity of the marine e...

UK’s first £5m marine landscape partnership ‘SeaScapes’ launches in North East
UK’s first £5m marine landscape partnership ‘SeaScapes’ launches in North East
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

As 8 June is World Ocean Day it is the perfect opportunity to introduce the UK’s first marine Landscape Partnership scheme and brand-new project team in the North East: SeaScapes.

Hydrogen to power next America’s Cup chase boats
Hydrogen to power next America’s Cup chase boats
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

Emirates Team New Zealand has committed to develop hydrogen powered chase boats for the 37th America’s Cup.

Vaccine policy reversal for Royal Caribbean cruises
Vaccine policy reversal for Royal Caribbean cruises
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

Royal Caribbean has reversed its vaccine policy, making double vaccination optional for most of its cruises out of the US, says Travel and Leisure.

Whale incident leaves teen in critical condition after boat breach
Whale incident leaves teen in critical condition after boat breach
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

A teenager is fighting for his life with a broken neck and severe head injuries after a humpback whale landed on a fishing boat in New South Wales, Australia.

IMRAY Launches Crowd-Funding Campaign
IMRAY Launches Crowd-Funding Campaign
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

This World Oceans Day, Imray is getting ready to launch its new product, Explore with Imray.

Superyacht community asked to finance protecting the ocean
Superyacht community asked to finance protecting the ocean
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

Water Revolution Foundation, the non-profit which aims to drive sustainability in the superyacht industry, has launched a crowdfunding campaign for its first endorsed ocean conservation project, the Important Marine Mammal Areas (IMMA) programme....

Smartgyro appoints Nautor’s Swan Global Service
Smartgyro appoints Nautor’s Swan Global Service
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

Smartgyro has appointed Nautor’s Swan Global Service (NSGS) as its latest dealer in the western Mediterranean.

The Ocean Cleanup unveils updated system
The Ocean Cleanup unveils updated system
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

The Ocean Cleanup will unveil its next iteration of its ocean cleanup technology: System 002, at IMarEST’s annual conference (28 June – 9 July).

Scaramouche Sailing Trust seeks trustees
Scaramouche Sailing Trust seeks trustees
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

The Scaramouche Sailing Trust is looking for two new trustees to help raise crucial funds for Greig City Academy (GCA) Sailing Programme and shape the future of the charity.

Pilot plans for highly protected marine areas launched
Pilot plans for highly protected marine areas launched
Tuesday, 08 June 2021

The UK has launched plans to increase protections for England’s waters through a pilot scheme to designate marine sites in England as ‘highly protected marine areas’. The selected sites will see a ban on all activities that coul...

July 2021 BoatBid Auction - Entries Open
July 2021 BoatBid Auction - Entries Open
Monday, 07 June 2021

Our July 2021 BoatBid auction is open and ready to take entries.

‘Sea snot’ disaster on Turkey’s shores
‘Sea snot’ disaster on Turkey’s shores
Monday, 07 June 2021

A huge mass of marine mucilage – a thick, slimy substance made up of compounds released by marine organisms – has bloomed in Turkey’s Marmara, as well as in the adjoining Black and Aegean Seas.

36,000 sign petition to stop second homes in coastal communities
36,000 sign petition to stop second homes in coastal communities
Monday, 07 June 2021

A petition has been launched to lobby for action in Cornwall. It calls for a tax on second homes (to invest into local housing), and rent caps for locals to protect the communities. It’s already gathered 36,000 plus signatures as locals fig...

Nineteen callouts in one week for Southend RNLI
Nineteen callouts in one week for Southend RNLI
Monday, 07 June 2021

Southend on Sea volunteer lifeboat crews were paged 19 times in the past week as the weather improved and shorelines became busy.

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