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Cruisers Yachts expands global reach with three new dealers
Wednesday, 23 August 2023US boatbuilder Cruisers Yachts has expanded its global reach with the appointment of three new international dealers.
Groundbreaking wind-powered cargo ship sets sail
Wednesday, 23 August 2023An innovative cargo ship, fitted with giant, collapsible sails has set sail in the open ocean for the first time.
Rose Road Association Charity Swim returns to the Southampton International Boat Show
Wednesday, 23 August 2023Following the hugely successful inaugural event in 2022 the Rose Road Association mass swim event returns at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show on Sunday 17 September.
Alia Yachts sells new 43m raised pilothouse yacht
Wednesday, 23 August 2023Alia Yachts in Turkey has started construction of a new 43-metre project, with exterior lines by long-term design partners Omega Architects.
August 2023 BoatBid - Catalogue Highlights
Wednesday, 23 August 2023Head over to BoatBid.com to take a look at the auction catalogue and make a bid on one of the entries!
Continuous cruisers in UK to receive £600 payout
Wednesday, 23 August 2023People living on boats without home moorings on Canal & River Trust navigations are now entitled to payments from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero from the Energy Bill Support Scheme.
PlainSailing.com nominated a British Travel Award
Wednesday, 23 August 2023PlainSailing.com are on the shortlist for the ‘Best travel company for adventure holidays’ award.
boatpoint’s Southampton Used Boat Show
Tuesday, 22 August 2023boatpoint’s Southampton Used Boat Show is set for 22 – 24 September.
Ocean Globe Race pre-start festivities kick off next week
Tuesday, 22 August 2023With the race yachts and competing crews arriving daily, all is now set for the Ocean Globe Race pre-start festivities which will kick off next week in the Race Village at MDL’s Ocean Village Marina in Southampton. And there’s somethin...
Southampton International Boat Show launches The Beach Haven & Watersports Lake
Tuesday, 22 August 2023Brand new for 2023 – enjoy watersports experiences and the city centre’s only sandy beach.
Bembridge Harbour Family Fun Weekend
Tuesday, 22 August 2023The Bembridge Harbour Family Fun Weekend took place over 18 – 20 August.
Fukushima nuclear plant: Japan to release wastewater in 48 hours
Tuesday, 22 August 2023Japan will begin releasing treated radioactive water from the tsunami-hit nuclear power plant in Fukushima on Thursday (24 August 2023), despite objections from other nations about the move.
Electric boating rockets in Europe, according to new report
Tuesday, 22 August 2023Electric motors are becoming increasingly popular in European waters, according to a new study conducted by Boats Group.
Hundreds of ships wait to transit Panama Canal amid drought
Tuesday, 22 August 2023Waiting times for the Panama Canal have risen dramatically after the number of crossings have been capped due to serious drought, with the numbers in the queue steadily increasing.
VideoRay names new director of product and innovation
Tuesday, 22 August 2023VideoRay, a specialist in underwater robotic systems, has appointed Todd Holtz as the company’s new director of product and innovation.
VIDEO: France become the sixth team to sail in the 37th America’s Cup
Tuesday, 22 August 2023The Orient Express Racing Team base at the western end of the Port Vell became an operational sailing base with the maiden sail of their new AC40 replete with its eye-catching blue and gold livery to match the sailing talent onboard. The anniversa...
Yet more pleas for paddleboarder safety after 30 rescues on one day
Tuesday, 22 August 2023HM Coastguard in the UK is urging paddleboarders to be prepared and stay safe before and during their time on the water, after a day of multiple callouts and lives at risk.
Finalists announced for Maritime UK Solent Awards 2023
Tuesday, 22 August 2023The finalists for the Maritime UK Solent Awards 2023 have been confirmed.
Britain’s kite girls lead the way at Sailing World Championships
Monday, 21 August 2023Britain showed its strength in the Olympics’ most exciting new sailing discipline, bringing home two world championship medals in the burgeoning Formula Kite class.
Watch: Wildfire sweeps to lake shore as some boaters accused of hindering emergency efforts
Monday, 21 August 2023Boat owners in Canada were prompted into action after extreme wildfires engulfed the city of Kelowna and its surrounding land, but are now facing the wrath of emergency services.
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