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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.
Red Sea dive-boat survivors accuse Egyptian authorities of cover up
Wednesday, 15 January 2025Survivors of a deadly dive-boat accident in the Red Sea last year have raised serious concerns about how the aftermath of the incident was handled.
AkzoNobel to cut French workforce despite €22m investment
Wednesday, 15 January 2025The paint and coatings manufacturer AkzoNobel has outlined a plan that includes a €22m investment to position its Montataire site in northern France as a flagship location for decorative paint production.
Yoann Richomme, 2nd in the 2024 Vendée Globe
Wednesday, 15 January 2025After a thrilling and long-running duel with winner Charlie Dalin, the PAPREC ARKÉA skipper completed his first solo round the world race this morning at 0612 UTC, taking a superb second place after 65 days, 18 hours and 10 minutes at sea.<...
Marine industry startups: the ones to watch
Wednesday, 15 January 2025
Marine Industry News caught up with some of the marine industry startups that showcased at the Start-Up Pavilion at Metstrade 2024.
New US boat show to launch in February
Wednesday, 15 January 2025Four of Cincinnati’s largest boat dealers have joined forces to launch Cincy Boat Expo 2025, a new event for boating enthusiasts in Greater Cincinnati, Dayton, and surrounding areas.
Marinemax replaces president at Intrepid Powerboats
Wednesday, 15 January 2025Intrepid Powerboats has appointed Terry McNew as the company’s president, taking over from Ken Clinton, who leaves the firm.
UK dealership renews Hamble Point lease for another decade
Wednesday, 15 January 2025Inspiration Marine Group has renewed its lease for a 1,500sq ft office in The Chandlery Building at MDL’s Hamble Point Marina, committing to a further ten years at the site. The dealership, established in 2000, has operated from Hamble Poin...
Torqeedo outboards now available via Yamaha dealer network
Wednesday, 15 January 2025From January 2025, selected Torqeedo outboards will be available in the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Croatia, Slovenia, Italy, Spain and Portugal via Yamaha’s dealer network. This follows on from Torqeedo becoming part of Yamaha Motor in April...
Charlie Dalin: “Today I am the happiest man in the world”
Tuesday, 14 January 2025Winner of the tenth edition of the Vendée Globe, Charlie Dalin has entered race legend. After 64 days at an electric pace the 40 year old Frenchman has his name on the trophy.
Autism On The Water joins Cowes Week as one of the Official Charities
Tuesday, 14 January 2025Cowes Week Limited has welcomed Autism on the Water as one of the Official Charities for the 2025 edition of the Regatta. They will be joining the RNLI who became an official charity partner in 2024.
Savvy Navvy and RAD Propulsion introduce Smart Range technology
Tuesday, 14 January 2025Savvy Navvy and RAD Propulsion have joined forces to integrate navigation technology into sustainable marine solutions.
BoatBid: One of 50 Tools in the Boatshed Toolbox
Tuesday, 14 January 2025BoatBid: One of 50 Tools in the Boatshed Toolbox
Video: Charlie Dalin wins Vendée Globe and smashes race record
Tuesday, 14 January 2025Charlie Dalin, skipper of MACIF Santé Prévoyance, has won the 2024 Vendée Globe, crossing the finish line this morning (Tuesday 14 January 2025) at 07:24 UTC. Dalin, who led the solo, non-stop, round-the-world sailing race fo...
Coast Guard issues safety warning about counterfeit pilot ladders
Tuesday, 14 January 2025The US Coast Guard is strongly recommending that ship owners and operators thoroughly inspect pilot ladders to ensure vessels are outfitted with genuine SOLAS-approved equipment, following a discovery of counterfeit pilot ladders.
Torqeedo CEO steps down
Tuesday, 14 January 2025Torqeedo, a manufacturer of electric and hybrid drives for the marine market, has confirmed that Fabian Bez stepped down as CEO on 1 January 2025.
Yanmar Marine’s product manager talks E-Saildrive strategy
Tuesday, 14 January 2025In September 2024, Yanmar Marine International (YMI) launched the E-Saildrive, its first electric propulsion product designed to provide an easy transition to emission-free sailing. This is a significant yet not wholly surprising move by the engi...
Gori Propeller names new distributor for Italy
Tuesday, 14 January 2025Gori Propeller has appointed Amare srl (SpecialRig) as its exclusive distributor for Italy, effective immediately.
Startup Zone to debut at Dubai Boat Show 2025
Tuesday, 14 January 2025Yachting Ventures, a media and events platform for startups and emerging technology in the leisure marine industry, is launching an Innovation Zone for startups at the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) 2025. Scheduled to take place from 19-23 ...
New T-foils expected to deliver exciting racing for SailGP
Tuesday, 14 January 2025SailGP says it has taken nearly two years of rigorous testing for it to be in position to roll out its new high-speed titanium T-foils for the league’s international F50 fleet. T-Foils will be introduced as part of the high-speed configurat...
Charlie Dalin, winner of the Vendée Globe 2024
Tuesday, 14 January 2025After one long, cold final night fighting through light winds off the Brittany coast, Charlie Dalin, the French skipper of MACIF Santé Prévoyance crossed the Vendée Globe finish line this Tuesday morning at 07:24 UTC to take v...
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