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‘Thor’ the walrus spotted napping on Hampshire beach
Monday, 12 December 2022A walrus nicknamed ‘Thor’ has been spotted resting on a Hampshire beach, prompting warnings that the public should keep away from it.
New president and dealers for Vanderbilt Luxury Pontoons
Monday, 12 December 2022Vanderbilt Luxury Pontoons has appointed Patrick M. Delaney to the role of president. The news comes as the company reveals it has added several new US dealers to its roster.
VIDEO: Oyster installs Yanmar on larger yachts
Monday, 12 December 2022Following installations on the 50-foot Oyster 495 bluewater cruiser, British boatbuilder Oyster Yachts has now selected the Yanmar engine to be a standard fit for the 60-foot Oyster 565 and 595 yachts.
‘Wellbeing on the water’: Arcadia presents 29-metre A96
Monday, 12 December 2022It’s arguably easier to achieve ‘wellbeing’ aboard your luxury yacht than pretty much anywhere else.
Three fishermen missing after collision off Jersey coast
Friday, 09 December 2022Three men are missing after their fishing boat is believed to have sunk off the west coast of Jersey following a collision with a cargo ferry.
Typhoon makes RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show debut
Friday, 09 December 2022Typhoon International is exhibiting at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show for the first time, 25-26 February 2023, a move which it says reinforces its commitment to dinghy sailors and watersport enthusiasts.
Recyclable Optimist begins production
Friday, 09 December 2022Following the launch of its recyclable Optimist in Summer 2022, Northern Light Composites (nlcomp) and not-for-profit Clean Sailors are asking sailing clubs around the world to apply to own one of the first ecoOptimists. The boats will be built i...
savvy navvy, Quad Lock and Beyonder team-up
Friday, 09 December 2022Three global marine companies are collaborating to enhance boaters’ experiences on the water.
Sea-Fire Europe adds European distributor
Friday, 09 December 2022Marine fire suppression technology specialist, Sea-Fire Europe, has added B.I.S. Electronics to its portfolio of European distributors.
Ocean Oasis starts off-shore desalination trial
Friday, 09 December 2022Norwegian company Ocean Oasis has unveiled a prototype of its offshore floating desalination plant at Las Palmas in Gran Canaria. The prototype, named Gaia, is powered by wave energy and will be tested at the Oceanic Platform of the Canary Island...
Sea Ray introduces new Sundancer model
Friday, 09 December 2022Sea Ray has added to its Sundancer line by introducing a new model – the Sundancer 370.
Tour company’s failures contributed to paddleboarder deaths, report finds
Thursday, 08 December 2022The deaths of four paddleboarders in south-west Wales were “avoidable” and were the result of inadequate planning by a tour group, a report by the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has concluded.
MarineMax forms new technology business
Thursday, 08 December 2022Boat and yacht retailer MarineMax has formed a new business called New Wave Innovations, which will invest in and grow technology-related products and services.
Recruiter SYR partners with UKSA to promote diversity in maritime careers
Thursday, 08 December 2022The marine recruitment agency SYR has launched a three-year partnership with maritime charity UKSA to promote maritime careers among young people, particularly those from diverse backgrounds.
Woman, 26, killed by boat propeller while trying to retrieve flip-flops
Thursday, 08 December 2022A young Colombian woman has been fatally struck by a boat propeller after jumping behind a boat to retrieve her flip-flops.
Two UK boat dealers acquired by Colburt Marine Group
Thursday, 08 December 2022Colburt Marine Group, an investment vehicle focused on the leisure marine industry, has acquired two British boat dealerships.
Boating newspaper All at Sea sold to new owners
Thursday, 08 December 2022The publishers of British monthly boating newspaper, All at Sea, are selling the paper to new owners after deciding to retire.
Beneteau launches two new Torqeedo-powered electric boats
Thursday, 08 December 2022Beneteau has premiered two new electric sailing yachts, the Oceanis 30.1 and the First 44, at Salon Nautic de Paris.
Win a Suzuki-powered Rigiflex safety boat with an Extreme trailer for your sailing club
Wednesday, 07 December 2022The RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show and Suzuki Marine are offering RYA Affiliated Clubs the chance to win a brand new Suzuki-powered Rigiflex safety boat with Extreme trailer, worth £6,400 (RRP).
New era for All at Sea
Wednesday, 07 December 2022It’s the start of a new era for All at Sea which, although now under new ownership, remains in familiar hands.
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