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INEOS Britannia goes toe-to-toe with the Italians on Day 1 of Louis Vuitton Cup Final
Thursday, 26 September 2024INEOS Britannia, the British Challenger of Record racing for the Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd at the 37th America’s Cup, pulled off a brilliant comeback to end the first day of the Louis Vuitton Cup tied on points with Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli (...
HONOURS EVEN AT THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP FINAL IN SENSATIONAL BARCELONA CONDITIONS
Thursday, 26 September 2024If proof were required as to just how closely matched the two teams in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final are, today in stunning and breezy Barcelona conditions, INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli went toe-to-toe throughout the day’s two ...
Electrika 2025 Confirmed
Thursday, 26 September 2024Electrika 2025 will take place at Brinklow Waterside and Marina next summer.
Dame Ellen MacArthur’s cancer charity for young people celebrates biggest summer yet
Thursday, 26 September 2024The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust is celebrating its biggest summer yet, after supporting 671 young cancer survivors nationwide.
LUNA ROSSA PRADA PIRELLI DOMINATE MATCH RACE FINAL TO WIN THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Thursday, 26 September 2024Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli’s young guns, generational talent, dominated the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup Final with a comprehensive victory over NYYC American Magic in a high-adrenaline, six-leg race sailed in winds up to 18 knots and b...
Falmouth Harbour hosts the UK’s first catch-and-release Bluefin Tuna Championships
Thursday, 26 September 2024A first of its kind in British waters, The UK Bluefin Tuna Tournament will be held at Falmouth Harbour on 28 – 29 September.
BARCELONA SET TO BECOME THE ‘LIGHTHOUSE TO THE WORLD’ AT THE AMERICA’S CUP MATCH OPENING CEREMONY
Thursday, 26 September 2024Ahead of the conclusion of the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup, the ‘Match’ between the Defender Emirates Team New Zealand and the winner of the Louis Vuitton Cup, Barcelona is set to become the ‘Lighthouse to the World&rs...
Maritime Coastguard Agency celebrates World Maritime Day 2024
Thursday, 26 September 2024To mark World Maritime Day 2024, the Maritime Coastguard Agency (MCA) is underlining its commitment to seafarer safety, environmental protection and longstanding collaboration with maritime partners.
Russian ‘floating bomb’ stranded off UK coast after multiple port rejections
Thursday, 26 September 2024A cargo ship carrying 20,000 tonnes of ammonium nitrate, significantly more than the amount that caused the 2020 Beirut port explosion, has been spotted off the Kent coast after being turned away from multiple ports.
Monaco Yacht Show: Classification societies form new consortium for safety and sustainability
Thursday, 26 September 2024A group of leading global classification societies — Lloyd’s Register (LR), RINA, DNV, Bureau Veritas (BV), and ABS — has announced the formation of the Yacht Safety and Environmental Consortium (YSEC) at the Monaco Yacht Show 2...
AkzoNobel to cut 2,000 jobs worldwide
Thursday, 26 September 2024The paint and coatings manufacturer AkzoNobel has confirmed it plans to cut around 2,000 jobs as it attempts to cut its costs and make operations more efficient.
Twin Vee names new CTO
Thursday, 26 September 2024Twin Vee PowerCats, a Florida-based manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of power sport boats, has appointed Carol Hindsman as its new chief technology officer (CTO).
Highfield Boats Australia appoints exclusive Tasmania dealer
Thursday, 26 September 2024Highfield Boats Australia has named Lewis Marine as its exclusive dealer for the Tasmania region.
2025 WaveRunner lineup expands JetBlaster series
Thursday, 26 September 2024Yamaha has announced its 2025 WaveRunner lineup, introducing new models and enhancements to its personal watercraft range. The most significant addition is the expansion of the JetBlaster series.
INEOS Britannia ready to battle for place in the 37th America’s Cup Match
Wednesday, 25 September 2024INEOS Britannia, the British Challenger of Record racing for the Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd, is ready to battle the Italian team, Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, for a place in the 37th America’s Cup Match. The two teams will race each other in the ...
EYES ON THE PRIZE AS PRESSURE MOUNTS AHEAD OF THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP FINAL
Wednesday, 25 September 2024‘To win the America’s Cup, first you have to win the Louis Vuitton Cup.’ It is one of the most famous phrases that surrounds this pinnacle sporting contest with the richest of histories dating back 173 years, and it’s now o...
Falmouth Harbour shortlisted for two British Ports Association Awards
Wednesday, 25 September 2024 Falmouth Harbour’s on-going drive toward sustainability and all-round excellence as a small harbour punching above its weight have led to shortlisting in two out of four eligible categories in the 2024 British Ports Association (BPA) Awards. T...Last chance to buy before the Boatbid Auction starts!
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Bayesian boatbuilder fires lawyer over ‘unauthorised’ €222m lawsuit
Wednesday, 25 September 2024The Italian Sea Group (TISG), the builder of the doomed Bayesian superyacht that sank in Italy in August, has reportedly dismissed its legal team following the filing of a rogue lawsuit against Mike Lynch’s widow and the yacht’s crew....
Genoa International Boat Show sees visitor increase and boost to Italian industry
Wednesday, 25 September 2024The Genoa International Boat Show has reported a 2.19 per cent increase in visitors over last year, with 120,864 delegates attending the Italian boat show.
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