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Suntex Marina Investors, which terms itself the largest standalone recreational marina owner in the US (by marina count and boat slips), has acquired Discovery Bay Marina in California in a joint venture, adding to the portfolio which already spa...

Gunwharf Quays is set to welcome back its popular festive ‘Christmas Village’ attraction next week, with an enhanced look and feel following three successful years at the waterfront shopping outlet.

Salcombe Sailor Jayne Morris, whose commitment to community engagement and inclusivity has inspired people of all ages to discover the joys of sailing, has been nominated in the Grassroots Sportswoman of the Year Award at the Sunday Times Sportswo...

Typhoon International is showcasing its comprehensive range of watersports apparel at this year’s METSTRADE, the world’s largest exhibition for the leisure marine industry, taking place between 19 – 21 November.

Dutch golden great Marit Bouwmeester and Spain’s victorious Olympic and SailGP duo of Botin and Trittel have been named 2024 Rolex Sailors of the Year at the World Sailing Awards ceremony at Singapore’s historic CHIJMES Hall. 

With less than a week to go before Sunday’s start, the 2024 Vendée Globe is already breaking all records! With a record 40 skippers at the start, a record 11 nationalities represented and 360,000 visitors enjoying the Race Village exp...

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Yachting Ventures and the European Boating Industry (EBI) are launching a Startup Day at boot Düsseldorf 2025 on 21 January, aimed at showcasing innovative startups in the leisure marine industry. This event builds on previous successful pit...

C-Map has enhanced its digital marine cartography for inland and coastal regions in the UK, France, Denmark and Portugal, providing improved data and new lake additions across several countries.

Fountaine Pajot Group has acquired a majority stake in The Yacht Sales Co., as the firm strengthens its presence in the Asia Pacific region.

This spring, GlobeSailor and Challenge Ocean are offering you the chance to enjoy an unforgettable experience aboard a Volvo 60!

Brunswick Corporation has provided an update on its performance at the 2024 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), reporting record unit sales across several brands and a continuing increase in outboard engine market share.

Expedition Zero, which is looking to significantly reduce the environmental footprint of adventure sailing, has welcomed Andy Hindley to its advisory board as a new technical advisor.

Sanlorenzo Yachts UK will be presenting the new SP92 at boot Düsseldorf, 18-26 January 2025.

The newly constructed keel pit at Lusben’s Livorno shipyard is operational. This facility, designed for sailing yachts up to 70 metres in length, has commenced its first refit project with Perini Navi’s 56-metre S/Y Rosehearty.

Dockmate, a manufacturer of advanced wireless remote controls for yachts, says its Dockmate Positioning System (DPS), has been completely redesigned for easy retrofit (which then offers increased safety and ease of use).

Danish drive system and battery developer, EPTechnologies (EPT), will host the world premiere of its new Falcon electric outboard motor at METSTRADE in November.

It’s been a busy few weeks for Sunseeker as not only has the company been finally sold after months of speculation, it’s also been prepping a new design.

Australian boatbuilder Maritimo has made more senior management changes and appointed Danny Jordin to the role of Australasian sales manager, with Sean Savage and Paul Savage joining the team as the brand’s business development managers....

Nimbus Group has appointed Bergen Marin as its new dealer for Aquador brand boats in the Bergen/Vestlandet region in Norway.