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Design Innovation Award winners announced at Genoa International Boat Show
Design Innovation Award winners announced at Genoa International Boat Show
Monday, 23 September 2024

The winners of the fifth Design Innovation Award were unveiled at a gala event at the 64th Genoa International Boat Show, celebrating innovation, design prowess, sustainability and social impact. Established by the the Italian Mari...

Boatcare introduces eco boat maintenance division
Boatcare introduces eco boat maintenance division
Monday, 23 September 2024

Boatcare, a boat maintenance company founded by UK boating business Boatfolk, has launched a new division, EcoMarine, focusing on sustainable and ecologically sound boat repair and maintenance along the entire boat cycle. The official launch took...

FICKLE BREEZE KEEPS THE FLEET ASHORE AT THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
FICKLE BREEZE KEEPS THE FLEET ASHORE AT THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Sunday, 22 September 2024

A teasing light weather system sat over Barcelona today with bruised, early morning clouds delivering rain to the area before clearing in the afternoon, leaving mere zephyrs across the racecourse of the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup. As a re...

SWEDEN IMPERIOUS ON ALL ACTION DAY AT THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
SWEDEN IMPERIOUS ON ALL ACTION DAY AT THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Saturday, 21 September 2024

It was some of the best racing we’ve seen in this fabulous summer of sailing in Barcelona with the Invited Teams of the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup having a rip-roaring day in a big sea state that rewarded accuracy and consistency in...

SAILTEAM BCN ON TOP AFTER A HOMETOWN RACE WIN IN THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
SAILTEAM BCN ON TOP AFTER A HOMETOWN RACE WIN IN THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Friday, 20 September 2024

The opening day of fleet racing for the Invited Teams from Australia, Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Spain and Sweden in the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup, saw Mother Nature ultimately dictate the schedule, but it was SailTeam BCN, the local ...

Women in Marine Day success – inspiring and connecting women in the marine industry at the Southampton International Boat Show
Women in Marine Day success – inspiring and connecting women in the marine industry at the Southampton International Boat Show
Friday, 20 September 2024

Women in Marine Day at the Southampton International Boat Show, sponsored by DF Capital, was once again a tremendous success, highlighting the powerful contributions of women in the marine industry and fostering connections, ideas and pathways for...

Dolphins greet Brighton RNLI volunteers returning from training
Dolphins greet Brighton RNLI volunteers returning from training
Friday, 20 September 2024

A routine training exercise took an exciting turn for Brighton RNLI crew when a pod of dolphins joined them on their way back to Brighton Marina.

Rona Sailing Project Charity Partner for Maritime UK Solent
Rona Sailing Project Charity Partner for Maritime UK Solent
Friday, 20 September 2024

As part of its annual awards Maritime UK Solent has announced Rona Sailing Project as its official charity partner.  

CREATING ITALY’S MOST VALUABLE CLUSTER OF PREMIUM MARINAS
CREATING ITALY’S MOST VALUABLE CLUSTER OF PREMIUM MARINAS
Friday, 20 September 2024

At the Genoa Boat Show D-Marin set out its plans for expansion in Italy, including its most recent acquisition that creates the most valuable marina cluster in the Mediterranean.

America’s Cup challenger: finalists in place for Louis Vuitton Cup
America’s Cup challenger: finalists in place for Louis Vuitton Cup
Friday, 20 September 2024

Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, the team representing the Circolo della Vela Sicilia yacht club, has secured its place in the Louis Vuitton Cup final after a last race against NYYC American Magic.

Vendée Globe president confirms he will announce biodiversity zones for 2024 race
Vendée Globe president confirms he will announce biodiversity zones for 2024 race
Friday, 20 September 2024

In an opening press conference for the Vendée Globe 2024 – due to start on 10 November – Alain LeBoeuf, president of the Vendée Department, has announced that he will soon announce new biodiversity protection zones on t...

Video: Smugglers’ ship sunk to form Ireland’s first artificial reef
Video: Smugglers’ ship sunk to form Ireland’s first artificial reef
Friday, 20 September 2024

A former smugglers’ ship, MV Shingle, has been sunk off the coast of County Mayo to form Ireland’s first artificial reef. The 60-metre vessel, which was seized by Irish authorities in 2014 after being intercepted with 32 million cigar...

Cockwells reveals new limousine tender design
Cockwells reveals new limousine tender design
Friday, 20 September 2024

Cockwells Modern & Classic Boatbuilding has unveiled the first renders of its latest project, a 9.8-metre limousine tender, designed exclusively for an international client.

Myths of America’s Cup debunked in new book: There Is No Second
Myths of America’s Cup debunked in new book: There Is No Second
Friday, 20 September 2024

Seasoned British America’s Cup journalist Magnus Wheatley explains his fascination with the America’s Cup and the itch that compelled him to debunk the origin myths of ‘the most famous race in history’.

The Moorings adds new catamaran and charter destination to its roster
The Moorings adds new catamaran and charter destination to its roster
Friday, 20 September 2024

Luxury yacht charter company The Moorings is introducing a new five-cabin sailing catamaran from Robertson and Carise to its international fleet and is relaunching La Paz, Mexico, as a charter destination.

LUNA ROSSA PRADA PIRELLI BOUNCE-BACK FROM ADVERSITY TO SECURE PLACE IN THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP FINAL
LUNA ROSSA PRADA PIRELLI BOUNCE-BACK FROM ADVERSITY TO SECURE PLACE IN THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP FINAL
Thursday, 19 September 2024

Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, the team representing the Circolo della Vela Sicilia yacht club, secured their place in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final after a last race against NYYC American Magic where there were plenty more questions than answers before ...

YAMAHA ANNOUNCES NEW DEALER PARTNERSHIP
YAMAHA ANNOUNCES NEW DEALER PARTNERSHIP
Thursday, 19 September 2024

Yamaha Motor UK has announced a new partnership with Yachts.Co International. The new deal will see the company’s range of outboards available on boats purchased from Yachts.Co International dealerships, which has locations in both Swansea ...

Charities urge stronger protection for UK seas
Charities urge stronger protection for UK seas
Thursday, 19 September 2024

A new series of reports published today by a coalition of nature charities means the UK is the first nation to map and estimate the amount of carbon stored in its seabed habitats, including in Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).

Iconic Bluebird K7 on display at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu on 6 October
Iconic Bluebird K7 on display at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu on 6 October
Thursday, 19 September 2024

The legendary Bluebird K7, driven by Donald Campbell in his record-breaking water speed attempts, will be heading South from the Ruskin Museum on Sunday 6 October, and will be on display outside the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu.

TV’s Rob Rinder to headline Boat Show finale and judge his show standouts
TV’s Rob Rinder to headline Boat Show finale and judge his show standouts
Thursday, 19 September 2024

For the first time ever, TV personality and celebrity barrister, Rob Rinder will be joining the Southampton International Boat Show on Sunday, 22 September! Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to see him explore the show, hand out awards a...

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