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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.

Rolls-Royce partners with superyacht firm to move fleet to sustainable propulsion
Rolls-Royce partners with superyacht firm to move fleet to sustainable propulsion
Wednesday, 27 September 2023

Rolls-Royce’s business unit Power Systems is partnering with superyacht refit, repair and maintenance company MB92 Group to provide sustainable propulsion and energy management systems for the group’s global fleet of existing superyac...

Three killed in navy disaster as crew swept off submarine deck
Three killed in navy disaster as crew swept off submarine deck
Wednesday, 27 September 2023

Three South African navy personnel have died, and a senior officer is in critical condition after seven crew members of a submarine were swept off deck.

Monaco Yacht Show: The Italian Sea Group unveils four new projects
Monaco Yacht Show: The Italian Sea Group unveils four new projects
Wednesday, 27 September 2023

The Italian Sea Group has revealed details of its new development strategy, unveiling four future projects under its Tecnomar and Admiral brands during a press conference held on the eve of the Monaco Yacht Show 2023, which runs from September 27...

Typhoon International appoints managing director
Typhoon International appoints managing director
Wednesday, 27 September 2023

Marine equipment manufacturer Typhoon International has appointed Kevin Coulthard as its new managing director.

Suntex Marinas expands Florida presence with new acquisition
Suntex Marinas expands Florida presence with new acquisition
Wednesday, 27 September 2023

Marina operator and owner Suntex Marina Investors has expanded its Florida presence with the acquisition of Mariner’s Cove Marina in Gulfport, Florida.

McIntyre Ocean Globe Yacht rescues drifting mariner 90 miles off Dakar in Pirate waters
McIntyre Ocean Globe Yacht rescues drifting mariner 90 miles off Dakar in Pirate waters
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Outlaw / Captain Campbell Mackie, contacted McIntyre Ocean Globe race headquarters stating they’d come in contact with a sole male drifting in a 20ft canoe, 90nm off the coast of Dakar.

Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is highly commended in first Sustainable Marina Awards
Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is highly commended in first Sustainable Marina Awards
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour has been highly commended for its sustainability practices in the first ever Sustainable Marina Awards.

On Location Unveils Olympic Games Firsts
On Location Unveils Olympic Games Firsts
Tuesday, 26 September 2023 On Location, the official Hospitality provider for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, has unveiled a new collection of packages of once-in-a-lifetime opportunities available at the Olympic Games Paris 2024. The latest offerings include exclusive packa...
Cape Horn Hall of Fame inductees 2023
Cape Horn Hall of Fame inductees 2023
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Les Sables d’Olonne, France, home to the Cape Horn Hall of Fame witnessed the induction of 6 new names to its honours board during the opening of a new clubhouse dedicated to the history of this most famous of all Capes and the sailors who h...

International Electric Marine Association to launch at Monaco Yacht Show
International Electric Marine Association to launch at Monaco Yacht Show
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

A new US-based non-profit called the International Electric Marine Association (IEMA) will be officially launched by its founding members at the Yacht Club de Monaco on 30 September 2023.

Booking a yacht charter should be plain sailing
Booking a yacht charter should be plain sailing
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Customers are advised to take care and to do their research when booking a sailing holiday – there’s more to consider than just the price of the boat.

Acquera Yachting establishes presence in the Middle East
Acquera Yachting establishes presence in the Middle East
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Superyacht agency Acquera Yachting has established a new subsidiary, operating as Acquera Yachting Middle East, as the firm expands its operations in the Middle East region.

Fraser Yachts acquires Greek charter agency
Fraser Yachts acquires Greek charter agency
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Brokerage firm Fraser Yachts has acquired a controlling interest in Atalanta Golden Yachts, a charter management agency based in Athens, Greece.

Southampton Boat Show: increased footfall despite ‘atrocious’ weather
Southampton Boat Show: increased footfall despite ‘atrocious’ weather
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

The 54th Southampton International Boat Show drew to a close on Sunday (24 September 2023). In spite of the British weather causing havoc mid-week, with high winds and driving rain, organisers, exhibitors, sponsors and visitors alike have heralde...

Vuelta a España Trophy: New Spanish sailing challenge underway
Vuelta a España Trophy: New Spanish sailing challenge underway
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Spanish ocean racer Alex Pella has launched his bid for the Vuelta a España Trophy, a new annual challenge course around the Iberian peninsula between Bilbao and Barcelona.

Norwegian electric boat startup secures additional funds
Norwegian electric boat startup secures additional funds
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Pascal Technologies, a Norwegian electric boat technology startup, has secured 4.5m NOK ($0.5m) in equity through an extension fundraising round. This is a continuation of the successful investment round of 53m NOK (approx $5m) in equity closed e...

VIDEO: 54th Southampton International Boat Show beats the weather to pull off another amazing show
VIDEO: 54th Southampton International Boat Show beats the weather to pull off another amazing show
Monday, 25 September 2023

The 54th Southampton International Boat Show drew to a close yesterday and in spite of the weather causing havoc mid-week, with high winds and driving rain, organisers, exhibitors, sponsors and visitors alike have heralded the show a success.

October 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
October 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Monday, 25 September 2023

Are you thinking about selling your boat?

RNLI crew saves life of jet skier in new series of Saving Lives at Sea
RNLI crew saves life of jet skier in new series of Saving Lives at Sea
Monday, 25 September 2023

Volunteers from the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) will feature in the new series of popular TV show Saving Lives at Sea on BBC Two next week in which they save the life of an unconscious jet skier, among other rescues. 

Honda Marine launches its first V8 outboard
Honda Marine launches its first V8 outboard
Monday, 25 September 2023

Honda Marine has announced the launch of its new BF350 outboard, the first Honda V8 motor to be available commercially.

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