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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.

Ocean Independence opens new office in Dubai ahead of Dubai boat show
Ocean Independence opens new office in Dubai ahead of Dubai boat show
Tuesday, 04 February 2025

Superyacht brokerage and management company, Ocean Independence is expanding its network and adding a location in the United Arab Emirates to its portfolio.

Solent’s Maritime Trailblazers Invited to Propel Innovation in Clean Maritime Funding Opportunity
Solent’s Maritime Trailblazers Invited to Propel Innovation in Clean Maritime Funding Opportunity
Monday, 03 February 2025

Maritime UK Solent is calling on businesses and innovators across the region to take part in a unique opportunity to propel their maritime decarbonisation projects forward through the national Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition Round Six (C...

Wilson and Watson bring home iQFOiL Games spoils in 2025 opener
Wilson and Watson bring home iQFOiL Games spoils in 2025 opener
Monday, 03 February 2025

Emma Wilson marked her return to Olympic class racing with a resounding victory at the 2025 season opener, as teammate Islay Watson picked up bronze.

21 year-old Zara Lachlan defies all the odds to complete historic, world first Atlantic row
21 year-old Zara Lachlan defies all the odds to complete historic, world first Atlantic row
Monday, 03 February 2025

97 days 9 hours and 20 minutes after leaving the shores of Portugal on the 27th October at 09:00 UTC, Zara Lachlan has made history as the first female (and youngest person) to row solo, unsupported and non stop from mainland Europe to m...

Onboard with Boatshed - 2025 - a year of radical change?
Onboard with Boatshed - 2025 - a year of radical change?
Monday, 03 February 2025

2025 - a year of radical change?

US marine industry braces for impact of Trump tariffs
US marine industry braces for impact of Trump tariffs
Monday, 03 February 2025

President Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico has sparked ‘deep concern’ within the US recreational boating industry, with the sector bracing for the impact of a rapidly escalating trade war.

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Lürssen to take over Nobiskrug after insolvency
Lürssen to take over Nobiskrug after insolvency
Monday, 03 February 2025

The future of the insolvent German shipyards FSG and Nobiskrug is becoming clearer, with the Bremerhaven-based Rönner Group set to continue operations at the Flensburg shipbuilder FSG. Lürssen Group will take over the Nobiskrug fac...

MarineMax to acquire Florida marina
MarineMax to acquire Florida marina
Monday, 03 February 2025

MarineMax has signed an agreement to acquire Shelter Bay Marine, a full-service marina and storage facility in Marathon, Florida.

Women in marine: inclusive sailing organisation gains notable members
Women in marine: inclusive sailing organisation gains notable members
Monday, 03 February 2025

The Magenta Project, an international organisation dedicated to ensuring sailing is a more equitable and inclusive sport for all, has appointed new board members, bringing a wealth of experience from the world’s of sailing and business.

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Numarine soundproofing results in ‘quietest superyachts yet’
Numarine soundproofing results in ‘quietest superyachts yet’
Monday, 03 February 2025

Turkish boatbuilder Numarine has introduced new soundproofing technology in its latest explorer yachts, the 30XP and 45XP, developed in collaboration with Silent Line.

John Deere announces new marine engines
John Deere announces new marine engines
Monday, 03 February 2025

Deere & Company has launched new marine engines – the JD14 and JD18 – with production due to begin in 2026.

Arnaud Boissieres has announced his retirement from Vendée Globe
Arnaud Boissieres has announced his retirement from Vendée Globe
Sunday, 02 February 2025

Arnaud Boissières, skipper of the recently dismasted La Mie Câline, has been forced to retire from the race in the end.

Vitruvius Yacht Design opens Italian office
Vitruvius Yacht Design opens Italian office
Friday, 31 January 2025

London-based superyacht design firm Vitruvius Yacht Design has established a new subsidiary in Italy to strengthen its presence within the Italian yachting sector.

British Motor Yacht Show UK Debuts
British Motor Yacht Show UK Debuts
Friday, 31 January 2025

The British Motor Yacht Show is set to return this May, showcasing some of the world’s most prestigious motor yachts.

OneWater Marine reports first-quarter revenue growth
OneWater Marine reports first-quarter revenue growth
Friday, 31 January 2025

OneWater Marine has announced its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended 31 December 2024.

A New Marine Fuel Service at Port Louis Marina, Grenada
A New Marine Fuel Service at Port Louis Marina, Grenada
Friday, 31 January 2025

Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina has announced a partnership with Sol Petroleum and the arrival of a new Diesel and Gasoline Fuel Service at Port Louis Marina, Grenada with an anticipated opening in early March.

Lithium-ion batteries: a growing risk for yacht fires?
Lithium-ion batteries: a growing risk for yacht fires?
Friday, 31 January 2025

In a MIN exclusive, Philippa Langton (partner) and Jessica Slater (solicitor) in the marine team at Lester Aldridge, unpack who is responsible for fire damage onboard yachts, and ways yacht owners can mitigate against risk.

‘Spontaneous combustion’ of oily rags caused yacht fire, says Ports of Jersey
‘Spontaneous combustion’ of oily rags caused yacht fire, says Ports of Jersey
Friday, 31 January 2025

Ports of Jersey (PoJ) has issued a safety bulletin reminding yacht owners about the importance of being particularly vigilant about the storage and disposal of oily or used cleaning rags. These materials can pose a significant risk of spontaneous...

Huge uptick in canal rescues as unsecured hatches take most of blame
Huge uptick in canal rescues as unsecured hatches take most of blame
Friday, 31 January 2025

Weed hatches, seal issues and lock cills were responsible for a 41 per cent increase in the number of rescues undertaken by River Canal Rescue (RCR) in 2024. The company reports it responded to 171 major incidents in 2024. These involved submerge...

Bluegame reports strong UK order book
Bluegame reports strong UK order book
Friday, 31 January 2025

Innovative design, continuous development and a strategy firmly grounded in sustainability has seen Bluegame Yachts experience exponential growth over the last five years. And, the company’s delivering five new Bluegames to UK customers in ...

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