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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.

In Focus: Unpicking the ‘dark art’ of lithium-ion batteries
In Focus: Unpicking the ‘dark art’ of lithium-ion batteries
Wednesday, 13 December 2023

“I can talk about lithium-ion all day,” says Nick Holland (director – OEM marine division EMEA at Navico Group). “It’s a bit of a dark art for many people. They say they’re not going to go there as it ‘loo...

boot Düsseldorf confirms programme for 2024 Blue Innovation Dock
boot Düsseldorf confirms programme for 2024 Blue Innovation Dock
Wednesday, 13 December 2023

boot Düsseldorf and the European Boating Industry (EBI) have confirmed details of the 2024 Blue Innovation Dock show stage line up, which returns for a second year after a successful inaugural edition in 2023.

D-Marin enters Albanian market with new marina
D-Marin enters Albanian market with new marina
Wednesday, 13 December 2023

D-Marin has added Vlora Marina in Albania to its portfolio as the international marina operator enters the Albanian market for the first time.

In Focus: BAR Technologies to build smaller wings and accommodation blocks
In Focus: BAR Technologies to build smaller wings and accommodation blocks
Wednesday, 13 December 2023

BAR Technologies is about to announce further new-build contracts for its 37.5 metre WindWings, the technology which it says allows cargo and other ships to cut fuel consumption by 1.5 tonnes per 24 hour time periods. Plus, it is now talking about...

Dutch yacht supplier opens new warehouse at Damen Yachting
Dutch yacht supplier opens new warehouse at Damen Yachting
Wednesday, 13 December 2023

Dutch yacht supplier Alewijnse has opened a new warehouse at Damen Yachting’s Vlissingen yard in southwestern Netherlands.

Tillberg Design reveals details of in-build SilverCat 22m
Tillberg Design reveals details of in-build SilverCat 22m
Wednesday, 13 December 2023

Design firm Tillberg Design of Sweden (TDoS) has revealed details of the SilverCat 22m semi-custom power catamaran, currently in-build at SilverYachts’ Chinese facilities.

December 2023 BoatBid - Catalogue Highlights
December 2023 BoatBid - Catalogue Highlights
Wednesday, 13 December 2023

Head over to BoatBid.com and have a look at the auction catalogue and make a bid on one of the entries!

National Maritime Museum to show Women of the RNLI exhibition
National Maritime Museum to show Women of the RNLI exhibition
Wednesday, 13 December 2023

On 2 March 2024, Women of the RNLI will open at the National Maritime Museum, London to mark the bicentenary of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). The exhibition will celebrate the vital role that women have played in saving lives at ...

Marina Manager achieves Certified Management status
Marina Manager achieves Certified Management status
Wednesday, 13 December 2023

The Marina Manager at Largs Yacht Haven has become one of a handful of managers worldwide to achieve the highly acclaimed status of Certified Marina Manager (CMM).

Universal Yachting to premiere Dufour 44 at boot Düsseldorf
Universal Yachting to premiere Dufour 44 at boot Düsseldorf
Wednesday, 13 December 2023

Universal Yachting will reveal the Dufour 44, the latest addition to the exceptional Dufour range, at boot Düsseldorf 2024 in January.

First Class Sailing Announces 8 New Specialist Classes to Set Sail in the New Year
First Class Sailing Announces 8 New Specialist Classes to Set Sail in the New Year
Wednesday, 13 December 2023

irst Class Sailing has unveil eight brand-new, one-day specialist classes set to launch in the upcoming year. These courses cater to both seasoned sailors looking to refine their skills and beginners.

SailGP confirms return to Christchurch for Season 4 New Zealand event
SailGP confirms return to Christchurch for Season 4 New Zealand event
Tuesday, 12 December 2023 SailGP has confirmed that the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix will return to Christchurch for its Season 4 iteration – keeping the same dates March 23 – 24, 2024. Tickets go on sale to the public Thursday December 14 (100 days to go) at 1...
Riverside walk re-opens for winter strolls with a treat at the end
Riverside walk re-opens for winter strolls with a treat at the end
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

The popular footpath from Buckler’s Hard to Beaulieu has re-opened with two riverside loops for walkers to enjoy stunning birdlife on the Beaulieu River.

NautiBuoy celebrates its 10-year anniversary with four new products at boot Düsseldorf 2024
NautiBuoy celebrates its 10-year anniversary with four new products at boot Düsseldorf 2024
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

NautiBuoy has announced the launch of four new products in celebration of its 10th anniversary, on stand A11 in hall 9 at boot Düsseldorf 2024.

Translated 9 Take OGR Trio of Titles
Translated 9 Take OGR Trio of Titles
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

A perfect finish to the perfect Southern Ocean sailing adventure – and in true Auckland style the triumphant Translated 9 IT (09) were greeted with four seasons in one day.

Brand new superyacht crashes through door of Lürssen dry dock
Brand new superyacht crashes through door of Lürssen dry dock
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

A 140-metre-plus Lürssen superyacht currently under construction has reportedly crashed through the doors of the dry docks at the German boatbuilder’s facility in Bremen.

In Focus: RAD says charging networks cure for range anxiety
In Focus: RAD says charging networks cure for range anxiety
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

Rich Daltry, RAD co-founder, doesn’t shy away from environmental challenges facing the maritime sector. He says: “The marine industry is a major emitter of CO2, and an average boat engine produces ten times the CO2 of a car per km.&rdq...

Ferretti Group opens new operational headquarters
Ferretti Group opens new operational headquarters
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

Italy’s Ferretti Group has inaugurated its new operational headquarters within the Ferretti Group Superyacht Yard in Ancona.

In Focus: Caudwell Marine looks at inboard to outboard conversions for new diesel outboard
In Focus: Caudwell Marine looks at inboard to outboard conversions for new diesel outboard
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

Given the drive towards a greener maritime future, Caudwell Marine’s marketing for its new diesel engine is going hard on its sustainability factors.

RX France wins 7-year lawsuit to operate Cannes Yachting Festival
RX France wins 7-year lawsuit to operate Cannes Yachting Festival
Tuesday, 12 December 2023

The Court of Cassation, the French supreme court, has confirmed RX France’s right to operate the Cannes Yachting Festival up to 2041. The decision follows years of legal wrangling over management rights between the French leisure boating ind...

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