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Henri-Lloyd sticks to tried and tested show formula to showcase new ranges
Monday, 19 August 2024Henri-Lloyd’s says its new range of jackets and salopettes will be highly visible at this year’s autumn boat shows – namely Southampton Boat Show and Cannes Yachting Festival. It’ll be aiming to lure in the crowds with its...
Monaco Yacht Show: Design & Innovation Hub returns with eco focus
Monday, 19 August 2024The 2024 Monaco Yacht Show will feature the return of the Yacht Design & Innovation Hub, where visitors can explore an exhibition area dedicated to design and innovative solutions in superyachts.
Collision between a boat and uncrewed vessel raises safety concerns
Monday, 19 August 2024A recent incident on Lake Erie has brought attention to the growing presence of uncrewed vessels and the potential safety concerns associated with them.
Candela secures contract with Saudi megaproject
Monday, 19 August 2024Candela, a Swedish manufacturer of electric hydrofoil vessels, has signed a deal to supply eight P-12 vessels to NEOM, a global development project in northwest Saudi Arabia. This marks the largest order in Candela’s history; deliveries are...
POWER PEOPLE – MATT GOTREL CYCLOR FOR INEOS BRITANNIA
Monday, 19 August 2024Continuity is something that all teams of the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup crave amongst their crew-members so, for INEOS Britannia, one of the very first confirmed hires was the outstanding athletic and sailing talent of Matt Gotrel. On...
Ancasta presents UK premieres and award-winning yachts at SIBS
Saturday, 17 August 2024A wide-ranging line-up of yachts, motor yachts, catamarans and RIBs from the Ancasta Group will be on display at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show, between the 13 – 22 September.
Sister finishes brother’s odyssey to sea kayak the Shipping Forecast
Friday, 16 August 2024Last month in Shetland, Katie Carr finished the challenge her brother Toby set himself in 2018: to sea kayak the Shipping Forecast. Originally intended to be a project lasting one year, it has taken the siblings 6 and a half to complete.
Rescued woman speaks out about ‘strong swimmer’ mentality
Friday, 16 August 2024After Rachael Perrin fell into the sea from a motor cruiser being buffeted by strong waves off the southern coast of the Isle of Wight, she says she ‘feared for her life’. But, unlike many, Perrin was prepared. And even though she cau...
CHIPWATCH: SHOW HIRES HAWK TO KEEP VISITORS’ CHIPS SAFE FROM SEAGULLS
Friday, 16 August 2024The Southampton International Boat Show is tackling chip thievery head-on by hiring the UK’s most famous hawk as ‘Head of Seagull Security’ to deter seagulls and create a space where visitors can enjoy their chips in peace. ...
Watching the America’s Cup
Friday, 16 August 2024The Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup is set to be the most accessible in the event’s 173-year history with multiple viewing options.
Fleet of tiny boats set to sail round the world in McIntyre Mini Globe Race
Friday, 16 August 2024In six months time, 18 sailors in 5.8 meter home-built plywood yachts are set to embark on a solo race around the world. They’ll navigate 28,000 miles in cramped plywood mini yachts. Why? Because they can. Looking at their profiles some are...
UK safety warning issued after triple increase in paddleboard rescues
Friday, 16 August 2024The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), Paddle UK, and HM Coastguard are urging people who use paddleboards, kayaks, or canoes on the water to stay safe amid a startling rise in rescues involving paddlesports.
Spinnaker sailing course launches in Solent
Friday, 16 August 2024First Class Sailing is launching a brand-new spinnaker sailing weekend.
Bentley Pontoons expands partnership with Boat Fix
Friday, 16 August 2024US boatbuilder Bentley Pontoons has expanded its partnership with Boat Fix to introduce Bentley Gold 24/7 Assurance, a service now included with all 2025 model-year boats.
Watch: Storm sinks dozens of boats in Balearics as 31m Wally washed ashore
Thursday, 15 August 2024The 30.5-metre Wally sailing yacht Wally Love has run aground on the Spanish island of Formentera after being caught in the severe DANA storm, which is passing through Spain’s Balearic islands.
Optima Yachts to debut at Southampton and Monaco
Thursday, 15 August 2024As pioneers in electric yacht technology, Optima Yachts is excited to announce its debut at the Southampton Boat Show, where they will showcase the cutting-edge e10 prototype.
First Class Sailing Launches Spinnaker Sailing Weekend
Thursday, 15 August 2024First Class Sailing is launching a brand-new Spinnaker Sailing Weekend, designed for anyone looking to take their sailing skills up a notch. This weekend course, set in the Solent, is perfect for those eager to master the spinnaker and enjoy some ...
GBR teams selected for Offshore Double Handed Worlds
Thursday, 15 August 2024Two teams have been selected to represent Great Britain at World Sailing’s Offshore Double Handed World Championship 2024.
Optima electric yachts to debut at Southampton and Monaco
Thursday, 15 August 2024Optima Yachts will showcase its e10 prototype at the upcoming Southampton Boat Show (13-22 September 2024) and introduce its latest advancements in electric yacht technology.
M V FREEDOM – 40 years of helping people living with disability
Thursday, 15 August 2024In 1984, a £50,000 legacy enabled the establishment of a Weymouth charity ‘Friends of MV FREEDOM’ with the aim of taking local people and their families, who were living with any form of disability, out into Weymouth Bay to see t...
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