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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.

First Peninsula Marine announces sale of Bryher Boatyard
First Peninsula Marine announces sale of Bryher Boatyard
Friday, 29 July 2022

First Peninsula Marine has announced the sale of Bryher Boatyard, after it was purchased by new owners. 

VIDEO: Dangerous sea-life encounters increase as ocean ‘fights back’
VIDEO: Dangerous sea-life encounters increase as ocean ‘fights back’
Friday, 29 July 2022

As temperatures rise and more people head to the coast to cool down, there has been concern in the US about the increased number of encounters between swimmers, surfers and boaters with sharks, seals and whales.

MarineMax reports record financial results for Q3
MarineMax reports record financial results for Q3
Friday, 29 July 2022

Recreational boat and yacht retailer MarineMax has announced record results for its third quarter, with a jump in both earnings and revenue.

Beneteau H1 revenues up but supply chain disruption continues
Beneteau H1 revenues up but supply chain disruption continues
Friday, 29 July 2022

Groupe Beneteau has announced its first half results for 2022, with group revenues of €715m (January-June), and a growth of 8.6 per cent.

Southampton Boat Show almost at capacity
Southampton Boat Show almost at capacity
Friday, 29 July 2022

Organisers of Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS) 2022 have revealed that 98 per cent of the available exhibitor space at the show has already been filled, despite having a larger footprint than ever before.

Man attempts Isle of Wight challenge on recycled paddleboard
Man attempts Isle of Wight challenge on recycled paddleboard
Friday, 29 July 2022

David Haze, adventurer and holder of seven stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) world records, is about to undertake the world’s first completely carbon neutral, environmentally friendly expedition by SUP, as he commences a five-day solo trip arou...

Exhibitors from all over the world confirmed for Southampton International Boat Show 2022
Exhibitors from all over the world confirmed for Southampton International Boat Show 2022
Friday, 29 July 2022

From holidays to books, charts to courses; all types of clothing from specialist offshore kit to the latest fashions. Whether it’s engines, watermakers, electronics or safety equipment; SUPs, kayaks or classic dinghies, the world of marinas ...

Poland yacht show reports ‘record year’
Poland yacht show reports ‘record year’
Friday, 29 July 2022

Organisers of the Polboat Yachting Festival have confirmed the 2022 show has been the biggest to date, with the largest number of exhibitors ever participating.

Final race of the Clipper 2019-20 Race is complete
Final race of the Clipper 2019-20 Race is complete
Friday, 29 July 2022

The final race of the Clipper 2019-20 Race is complete. Due to the slow progress of the fleet after it faced adverse race conditions, the Race 15 Course was shortened. The race was called to an end at 0000 UTC on 29 July so that the team...

SailGP partners with Aqua superPower
SailGP partners with Aqua superPower
Friday, 29 July 2022

Aqua superPower has partnered with the international sailing competition SailGP as a marine fast-charging provider.

Chasing Tokyo: behind-the-scenes British Sailing documentary bares all
Chasing Tokyo: behind-the-scenes British Sailing documentary bares all
Thursday, 28 July 2022

For the first time, the British Sailing Team is baring all in a feature documentary called Chasing Tokyo, which tells the hidden story of the most successful Olympic sailing team as they head to one of the most uncertain Olympic Games i...

MIN report: Should it be made legal for kids to wear lifejackets? Debate splits industry
MIN report: Should it be made legal for kids to wear lifejackets? Debate splits industry
Thursday, 28 July 2022

A petition in the UK is looking to make wearing a lifejacket compulsory for those aged under 16. Marine Industry News explores the debate looking at responsibility, consequences and attitudes.

Wally reveals new wallywind cruiser-racer yachts
Wally reveals new wallywind cruiser-racer yachts
Thursday, 28 July 2022

Wally has released the first images and details of its new line of carbon fibre wallywind cruiser-racing yachts. The three sailing boat models will range from 110ft to 150ft and ‘set new standards’ for carbon fibre yachts.

Mulder Shipyard MD Dick Mulder passes away age 60
Mulder Shipyard MD Dick Mulder passes away age 60
Thursday, 28 July 2022

Mulder Shipyard has announced with great sadness the loss of Dick Mulder, who passed away on 24 July 2022 at the age of 60 surrounded by his family.

Brunswick’s pre-owned boat business opens new centre in Florida to meet demand
Brunswick’s pre-owned boat business opens new centre in Florida to meet demand
Thursday, 28 July 2022

Boateka, Brunswick Corporation’s certified pre-owned boat business, has opened a refurbishment and sales centre in Merritt Island, Florida. The company says the new 22,000-square-foot location is designed to enhance the boat-buying experien...

HRH The Princess Royal officially opens UKSA’s new accommodation centre
HRH The Princess Royal officially opens UKSA’s new accommodation centre
Thursday, 28 July 2022

UKSA welcomed HRH The Princess Royal to officially open its new Sea Change 136-bed accommodation centre enabling the charity to welcome an additional 3,000 young people each year to continue growing its impact on life skills and career prospects.<...

Cowes Week at Commodores House
Cowes Week at Commodores House
Thursday, 28 July 2022

Cowes Week is one of the longest running and most successful sporting events and is a key highlight of the British sporting summer, so where better to start the month-long celebrations which will highlight the extraordinary life of boat designer a...

Deadline approaching for marine writing competition
Deadline approaching for marine writing competition
Thursday, 28 July 2022

There is just over a week left to be in with the chance of winning £4,000 in Yachting Monthly’s environmental writing competition. Entries for the Brian Black Memorial Award 2022 close on 7 August.

Magnificent Seven at Cowes Week
Magnificent Seven at Cowes Week
Thursday, 28 July 2022

Cowes Week beckons (30 July – 05 August) and the entire big boat IRC Zero Class at the world-famous regatta will be composed of GP Zero Class.

ePropulsion collaborates with Freedom Electric Marine
ePropulsion collaborates with Freedom Electric Marine
Thursday, 28 July 2022

ePropulsion has signed an agreement with Freedom Electric Marine to package ePropulsion’s Spirit 1.0 Plus outboard engines with Freedom Electric’s Twin Troller X10 fishing boats.

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