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Portishead RNLI sea shanty band to perform at Coronation Concert
Thursday, 04 May 2023A group of six Portishead RNLI sea-going volunteers started a sea shanty band in 2021, during a period of lockdown in hope of lifting the spirits of the RNLI’s volunteers and supporters.
National Boat Count reveals drop in licence compliance
Thursday, 04 May 2023The Canal & River Trust’s annual National Boat Count has shown a 1.9 per cent rise in boat numbers on its network across England and Wales, and that external economic factors may be affecting boaters, with licence compliance now standin...
Video: US Coast Guard helicopter nearly crashes into ocean during rescue
Thursday, 04 May 2023Dramatic footage shared online shows the moment a US Coast Guard helicopter was almost blown into the ocean, during the medical evacuation of a cruise ship passenger.
Thomas Tison and nlcomp partner to build sustainable foiling boat
Thursday, 04 May 2023The French firm Thomas Tison Yacht Design & Engineering is joining with Italian shipyard Northern Light Composites (nlcomp) to develop the ecoFoiler, a 3.8-metre foiling dinghy made with recyclable materials.
Vetus introduces new Bow Pro thruster for smaller vessels
Thursday, 04 May 2023Bow thruster specialist Vetus has introduced a new smaller boat Bow Pro thruster for 140 mm tunnels.
Arcona acquires Swedish boatbuilder
Thursday, 04 May 2023Arcona Group, the owner of Swedish sailboat maker Arcona Yachts, has acquired the boatbuilding company SailYard AB in Uddevalla.
Lürssen’s secretive 90-metre Norn makes maiden voyage
Thursday, 04 May 2023German shipyard Lürssen has launched its latest vessel, the 90-metre Norn, previously known as project 1601.
Aquator and LJ eLogbooks partner on digital logbook platform
Thursday, 04 May 2023Aquator Marine and LJ eLogbooks have formed a new partnership to offer a comprehensive yacht management solution for yacht owners, captains and yacht managers.
Tall Ships Youth Trust returns to Royal Albert Dock to celebrate Eurovision
Wednesday, 03 May 2023The UK’s oldest and largest youth development sail training charity, Tall Ships Youth Trust (TSYT), and one of its flagship Challenger vessels will return to Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool this week as part of the dock’s progra...
All At Sea – May 2023
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Millennial buyers lead recreational boating boom
Wednesday, 03 May 2023Two in five (40 per cent) of millennials that purchased their boat during the pandemic boating boom reported intent to upgrade their vessel, according to a recent private seller survey conducted by Boat Trader, an online boating marketplace based...
METSTRADE launches Start-Up Pavilion for 2023
Wednesday, 03 May 2023The 2023 METSTRADE marine trade exhibition will host a Start-Up Pavilion for the first time, providing a space for emerging start-ups to showcase their new products and technologies.
Camper & Nicholsons announces joint venture, appoints Asia CCO
Wednesday, 03 May 2023Camper & Nicholsons is establishing two new offices: one in Athens and one in Singapore. The firm is also appointing a chief commercial officer for the Asia region as it expands its offerings worldwide.
Video: Kirsten Neuschäfer makes history in Golden Globe Race
Wednesday, 03 May 2023Skipper Kirsten Neuschäfer received a hero’s welcome in the channel of Les Sables d’Olonne, after completing the Golden Globe Race and becoming the first woman to win a round-the-world solo race.
Ocean Safety introduces new commercial liferafts at Seawork
Wednesday, 03 May 2023Marine safety equipment specialist, Ocean Safety, is launching its new 14 and 16-person ISO 9650 Type 1 compliant commercial liferafts at Seawork, 13-15 June 2023.
New company supports Sea-Alliance Group’s expansion plans
Wednesday, 03 May 2023International maritime business specialist, Sea-Alliance Group is launching a new company in Greece to support its strategic ‘full-service’ expansion in the country as well as strengthen its network in the Mediterranean.
NMMA Canada appoints new executive director
Wednesday, 03 May 2023The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has appointed Marie-France MacKinnon as its executive director for Canada.
April’s Captions
Tuesday, 02 May 2023Here are the entries sent in for April’s caption competition. Thank you to everyone who submitted one.
Woolverstone Marina and Lodge Park
Tuesday, 02 May 2023Woolverstone Marina and Lodge Park is set in 22 acres of glorious parkland in the heart of Constable Country, overlooking the picturesque River Orwell.
Anglian Water fined £2.65m after sewage discharged into North Sea
Tuesday, 02 May 2023After pleading guilty, Anglian Water has been issued a fine of £2.65m after allowing untreated sewage to overflow into the North Sea.
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