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Newlywed RNLI lifesavers ready to leave Valentine’s Day dinner if pager sounds
Wednesday, 12 February 2025Two newlyweds who volunteer for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) are preparing to spend their first Valentine’s Day together as a married couple – but will be ready to leave their romantic dinner to rescue those in need.<...
WEYMOUTH UNVEILS ‘DINO-MITE’ FOSSIL TRAIL
Wednesday, 12 February 2025We Are Weymouth, the town’s Business Improvement District (BID), is introducing phase one of the Weymouth Fossil Trail, an exciting and educational permanent installation showcasing the region’s incredible Jurassic heritage.
Miami Boat Show 2025 opens across six locations
Wednesday, 12 February 2025The US boating industry is gathering in Florida for the 2025 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, which begins today (12 February 2025) and runs through Sunday (16 February 2025).
America’s Cup: New Zealand Rugby sues Ineos over sponsorship fee
Wednesday, 12 February 2025New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has launched legal action against Ineos, the multinational chemicals company owned by British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe, over an alleged breach of their six-year sponsorship agreement.
EU, Canada and Mexico stand firm against Trump’s 25% metal tariffs
Wednesday, 12 February 2025US President Donald Trump has announced a 25 per cent tariff on all steel and aluminium imports, eliminating previous exemptions and quota agreements for key trading partners, including Canada, the European Union, Mexico, Brazil and South Korea.<...
Avikus partners with Savvy Navvy for Neuboat Dock II
Wednesday, 12 February 2025Avikus, HD Hyundai’s autonomous navigation technology developer, is partnering with cartography tech developer Savvy Navvy to add new functionality to its recently released Neuboat Dock II.
Integrel Solutions names Greek distributor
Wednesday, 12 February 2025Integrel Solutions, a marine power generation and hybrid propulsion technology firm, has entered into a distribution agreement with Motocraft SA, a marine equipment supplier in Greece.
Marine Components International appoints Andrew Cox Marine in Cornwall
Wednesday, 12 February 2025Marine Components International has appointed Andrew Cox Marine as an authorised dealer and service centre for Bennett Trim Tabs in Cornwall.
New Series 5 Fliteboard launches at Miami Boat Show
Wednesday, 12 February 2025Fliteboard is launching the Series 5 Fliteboard at the Miami International Boat Show, which incorporates Flite Jet 2 – a new jet system developed in collaboration with Mercury Marine.
Cruising Guide: Alderney, Channel Islands
Wednesday, 12 February 2025Alderney, a hidden gem in the Channel Islands where golden beaches, turquoise waters, and warm hospitality await. Whether you’re planning a quick stop or an extended stay, this charming island is the perfect destination for cruising enthusia...
Streamlining Yacht Brokerage with the Boatshed Photo & Video App
Wednesday, 12 February 2025Streamlining Yacht Brokerage with the Boatshed Photo & Video App
GreenSeas Trust installs new bin trio on Qatar’s Pearl Island to help cut marine plastic pollution
Tuesday, 11 February 2025Marine conservation charity GreenSeas Trust has announce three bilingual BinsForGreenSeas have been installed on Pearl Island in Qatar to reduce litter and stop plastics from entering the sea.
Falmouth Harbour Leisure Team Moves Quayside
Tuesday, 11 February 2025From slipway-launching and swinging moorings to marina-berthing and Winter lay-up – Falmouth’s recreational water users now have a bespoke quayside point of contact with the Harbour’s Leisure team at the Marine Hub Reception &nd...
Sale process launched for Fairline Yachts
Tuesday, 11 February 2025The Joint Administrators of Fairline Yachts Limited have secured funding for the business and are seeking a buyer to take the iconic brand forward.
Fairline Yachts seeks buyer as administrators secure funding
Tuesday, 11 February 2025The administrators of Fairline Yachts have secured additional funding and launched a formal sale process to find a buyer for the historic British boatbuilder.
Groupe Beneteau anticipates sales slowdown and continued destocking in H1 2025
Tuesday, 11 February 2025Groupe Beneteau has released its full financial results for 2024, revealing a 29.4 per cent decrease in full-year revenue from 2023. The French boating giant says it is looking to the second half of 2025 to deliver a ‘gradual upturn’ ...
Australia and NZ marine industry: economic challenges persist but superyachting grows
Tuesday, 11 February 2025The Australian marine industry is entering a normalisation phase following exceptional demand that surged from mid-2020 to early 2024, says GMBA representative Maryanne Edwards.
Twin Vee buys BoatsForSale.com
Tuesday, 11 February 2025The Twin Vee PowerCats, the manufacturer of Twin Vee and AquaSport boats, has entered into an agreement to acquire BoatsForSale.com and YachtsForSale.com – a move that ramps up Twin Vee’s diversification in the recreational marin...
Avikus launches second-gen easy docking system, Neuboat Dock II
Tuesday, 11 February 2025Avikus, the South Korean technology firm and a subsidiary of Hyundai, has reengineered its Neuboat Dock smart navigation and docking solution and is launching Neuboat Dock II.
Caudwell Marine to relocate headquarters
Tuesday, 11 February 2025British marine propulsion technology firm Caudwell Marine is set to relocate to a new dedicated manufacturing facility and corporate headquarters in February 2025.
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