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BoatLife 2024 opens its doors for third edition
BoatLife 2024 opens its doors for third edition
Thursday, 15 February 2024

The third edition of the BoatLife show has kicked off, running 15-18 February 2024 at the NEC in Birmingham, UK.

Garmin expands GPSMAP x3 series of chartplotters
Garmin expands GPSMAP x3 series of chartplotters
Thursday, 15 February 2024

Marine electronics manufacturer Garmin has expanded its GPSMAP x3 series of chartplotters with the new GPSMAP 16×3, featuring a 16-inch display.

Port of Newhaven upgraded to support offshore wind farm
Port of Newhaven upgraded to support offshore wind farm
Thursday, 15 February 2024

Inland and Coastal Marina Systems (ICMS) has installed a floating concrete breakwater within the Port of Newhaven, on the UK south coast, to provide safe berthing facilities for crew transfer vessels (CTVs). The upgrade is part of the refurbishme...

Speaker and sponsors confirmed for IMarEST annual dinner
Speaker and sponsors confirmed for IMarEST annual dinner
Thursday, 15 February 2024

British actor, comedian, presenter and screenwriter Mark Williams will be the special guest speaker at the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) annual dinner on 25 April 2024, which takes place at the Leonardo Royal H...

The Ocean Race Europe 2025 will start from Kiel
The Ocean Race Europe 2025 will start from Kiel
Wednesday, 14 February 2024

Organisers of The Ocean Race have confirmed Kiel as the host of the start of The Ocean Race Europe. The event is scheduled to start on 10 August, 2025.

Miami International Boat Show opens across six locations
Miami International Boat Show opens across six locations
Wednesday, 14 February 2024

The Miami International Boat Show 2024 is preparing to open across Miami and Miami Beach, running from today (14 February) until February 18 across six locations.

Trinidad and Tobago declares national emergency after ‘mystery’ oil spill
Trinidad and Tobago declares national emergency after ‘mystery’ oil spill
Wednesday, 14 February 2024

Cleanup has begun in Trinidad and Tobago after a large oil spill near the twin-island nation caused by a mysterious capsized vessel.

Iliad Catamarans appoints exclusive USA dealer
Iliad Catamarans appoints exclusive USA dealer
Wednesday, 14 February 2024

Iliad Catamarans has appointed Atlantic Yacht & Ship as the brand’s exclusive dealer in the United States and The Bahamas.

Underwater world celebrated with new set of stamps
Underwater world celebrated with new set of stamps
Wednesday, 14 February 2024

The Isle of Man Post Office has announced the release of “Marine Mosaics” by acclaimed artist Kimmy McHarrie. This captivating stamp collection, set to launch on March 7th, 2024, offers a breath-taking glimpse into the mesmerising worl...

Prometheus Sailing expands UK charter fleet
Prometheus Sailing expands UK charter fleet
Wednesday, 14 February 2024

British charter business and operator of the Sunsail charter fleet in the UK, Prometheus Sailing, has expanded its fleet of modern Sunsail 41.0 yachts in the UK.

Historic RNLI photographs brought to life in colour for 200th birthday
Historic RNLI photographs brought to life in colour for 200th birthday
Wednesday, 14 February 2024

As the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) prepares to celebrate its 200th anniversary (4 March), the charity has brought some of its rich history to life with the release of a stunning collection of colourised images.

Scanstrut starts shipping ATMOS built-in air station
Scanstrut starts shipping ATMOS built-in air station
Wednesday, 14 February 2024

UK equipment manufacturer Scanstrut has started shipping its DAME-award-winning air station for inflating paddleboards, towables and more while on the water.

MARIE TABARLY TAKES LEG 3 OF MCINTYRE OGR
MARIE TABARLY TAKES LEG 3 OF MCINTYRE OGR
Wednesday, 14 February 2024

Pen Duick VI FR (14), skippered by the indomitable Marie Tabarly, roared across the Yacht Club Punta del Este finish line at 15:55 UTC on February 13th, taking first place in the Cape Horn leg of the MCINTYRE Ocean Globe Race. The sun came out to ...

Startups invited to pitch for funding at Dubai competition
Startups invited to pitch for funding at Dubai competition
Wednesday, 14 February 2024

Startups in the marine and yachting industry are invited to apply to pitch for funding at the upcoming GCC Smart Yachting Days event in Dubai, which takes place from 28-29 February 2024.

Sleipner CEO takes home EY Entrepreneur Of The Year award
Sleipner CEO takes home EY Entrepreneur Of The Year award
Wednesday, 14 February 2024

Ronny Skauen, CEO of Sleipner Group, has been named growth creator of the year for 2023 at the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year awards.

Southampton International Boat Show partners with ‘Light the South’ in support of Southampton Hospitals Charity
Southampton International Boat Show partners with ‘Light the South’ in support of Southampton Hospitals Charity
Tuesday, 13 February 2024

The Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS) 2024 is excited to announce its partnership with Southampton Hospitals Charity and their prestigious event ‘Light the South’. This innovative and engaging partnership is set to illuminate ...

Seized Russian superyacht faces sale over ‘excessive’ $7m upkeep
Seized Russian superyacht faces sale over ‘excessive’ $7m upkeep
Tuesday, 13 February 2024

The US government has urged a judge to let it auction a sanctioned superyacht, as the dispute over its ownership continues to rumble on.

Challenging year for Finnish boating industry
Challenging year for Finnish boating industry
Tuesday, 13 February 2024

The weakened purchasing power of consumers and the uncertain economic situation were reflected in the sales of the Finnish boating industry in 2023, according to the industry association Finnboat.

Sirena Yachts unveils hybrid coupé version of Sirena 48
Sirena Yachts unveils hybrid coupé version of Sirena 48
Tuesday, 13 February 2024

Turkish yacht builder Sirena Yachts has unveiled a new hybrid variant of its entry-level model Sirena 48.

Broom Boats in Norfolk up for sale after 125 years
Broom Boats in Norfolk up for sale after 125 years
Tuesday, 13 February 2024

British marine and leisure firm Broom Boats of Brundall, which has operated on the Norfolk Broads for 125 years, has been put up for sale.

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