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BAR Technologies sets new all electric ‘Round the Island’ record
Wednesday, 19 July 2023Innovative simulation-driven marine engineering consultancy, BAR Technologies, has secured the ‘Round the Island’ record in 1 hour 56 minutes with their fully-electric, ultra-efficient e-foiler SpiritBARTech35EF.
UK & Ireland distributor for Velair Air Conditioning
Wednesday, 19 July 2023Marathon Leisure, the trade-only distributor supplying the marine leisure market, has been named as the exclusive distributor for Velair Air Conditioning Systems in the UK & Ireland.
Mercury supports skilled trades training with scholarships
Wednesday, 19 July 2023Mercury Racing, the high-performance division of Mercury Marine, has awarded three scholarships intended to support students in the US pursuing a career in skilled trades.
Dufour Doubles the Wow Factor: Two Premieres at Southampton International Boat Show
Tuesday, 18 July 2023Universal Yachting has announced that the Southampton International Boat Show in September will be the stage for two launches: the first introduction of the Dufour 37 into the UK market and the exclusive world debut of the Dufour 41.
Lisvane and Llanishen Reservoirs opens this month
Tuesday, 18 July 2023Following a major redevelopment, bringing Cardiff’s iconic reservoirs back to life, Lisvane and Llanishen Reservoirs will open on 28 July.
RNLI lifeboat crew to receive Gallantry Awards for rescuing eight people from yacht in hurricane conditions
Tuesday, 18 July 2023Penlee RNLI lifeboat crew are to be honoured by the charity for a dramatic rescue in hurricane conditions on October 31, 2022, where eight people were rescued from a disabled yacht off Porthleven.
First ‘Racing on the Edge’ episode of Season 4 features Germany SailGP Team’s league debut
Tuesday, 18 July 2023 Race day one of SailGP Season 4 saw ten teams cross the start line, the largest fleet the global championship has seen to date with the introduction of the Germany SailGP Team announced only three weeks prior. The latest episode of Racing on the Edge...VIDEO: Emirates Team New Zealand takes to the waters of Barcelona
Tuesday, 18 July 2023The Defender of the 37th America’s Cup, Emirates Team New Zealand, have made a welcome addition to the skyline of Barcelona, becoming the fourth team to launch and sail at the Cup venue. The team became operational a day ahead of schedule to...
VIDEO: How The Ocean Race 2022-23 drove action to protect the seas
Tuesday, 18 July 2023The Ocean Race 2022-23 featured the most ambitious sustainability programme in the race’s 50 year history, including initiatives that were firsts in the event industry and sports’ world, from efforts to influence global ocean policy to...
McConaghy exclusive build partner for next-gen Infiniti 52
Tuesday, 18 July 2023McConaghy has been appointed the exclusive build partner for the next generation of Infiniti 52 racing yachts.
Vision Marine reports net losses for Q3 2023
Tuesday, 18 July 2023Canada-headquartered electric boatbuilder Vision Marine Technologies has reported earnings results for its third quarter, which ended 31 May 2023.
Tug captain praised for preventing eco-disaster off Cornwall
Tuesday, 18 July 2023The captain of a tug boat that towed a stricken cargo ship to safety has been praised for potentially preventing an environmental disaster on the Cornish coast.
Cox Marine expands US dealership network
Tuesday, 18 July 2023British diesel outboard manufacturer Cox Marine has expanded its US dealer network, in partnership with its Florida-based distributor Ring Power.
Aquila Power Catamarans expands to the Philippines
Tuesday, 18 July 2023Aquila Power Catamarans is expanding to the Philippines, with the appointment of Europa Yachts as dealer.
The Italian Sea Group appoints senior advisor
Tuesday, 18 July 2023The Italian Sea Group, global operator of luxury boating, has nominated Lamberto Tacoli as senior advisor.
Icom introduces ‘ultra compact’ IC-U20S licence-free radio
Tuesday, 18 July 2023Marine radios and handheld VHF radio specialist Icom has launched the new IC-U20SR PMR446 licence-free two-way radio.
Cowes Classics Week Final Report
Monday, 17 July 2023The 125 competitors registering for Cowes Classics Week on 9 July were treated to Cowes Classics Day, a celebration of classic forms of transport, with over 50 cars, buses and motor yachts and a vintage biplane fly-past outside the organising club...
Five-medal haul sets British Sailing Team on path to Paris 2024
Monday, 17 July 2023Britain’s elite sailors brought home five medals from the Paris 2024 test event – a promising sign just one year out from next summer’s Games.
America’s Cup sailing club faces financial trouble
Monday, 17 July 2023The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron has reported an estimated trading loss of NZ$2m (US$1.27m) for the last financial year, as the Auckland sailing club — regarded for its links to the America’s Cup — continues to look for savin...
August 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
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