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Beneteau appoints Taiwan dealer
Wednesday, 14 August 2024Beneteau has appointed Amal Yachting as the brand’s exclusive dealer for Taiwan. The French boat brand, which is represented by Asiamarine (sailboats) and NextWave Yachting (powerboats) in Hong Kong, says the move underscores its strengthen...
Entries open for the Southampton International Boat Show Exhibitor Sustainability Awards
Tuesday, 13 August 2024The Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS) has announced that entries are now open for the Exhibitor Sustainability Awards 2024. These awards, now in their sixth year, recognise exceptional exhibitors who truly embrace environmentally responsi...
Twin Vee merges with Forza
Tuesday, 13 August 2024Twin Vee PowerCats and Forza X1 have officially agreed to a merger. In an all-stock transaction, Forza, currently a subsidiary of Twin Vee, will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Twin Vee.
Fairline announces Bryan Jones as head of sales – Americas
Tuesday, 13 August 2024Fairline Yachts, the British luxury motor yacht manufacturer, has appointed Bryan Jones as its new head of sales for the Americas, effective immediately.
Brittany Ferries to become majority shareholder of Condor Ferries
Tuesday, 13 August 2024Brittany Ferries is set to assume majority ownership of Condor Ferries following recent adjustments in the company’s ownership structure.
Cristec launches two new battery products
Tuesday, 13 August 2024Cristec, a market leader in modern high-performance, switch mode battery chargers, will introduce two new product lines later this year: the RCB+ split charge relay and the RCE+ battery isolators.
Dart Harbour opens new swim zone
Tuesday, 13 August 2024Dart Harbour has officially opened a new swim zone in central Dartmouth, on the UK south coast, situated outside the Harbour Office on South Embankment.
Boat containing 14 skeletons found adrift in Dominican Republic
Monday, 12 August 2024A vessel of unknown origin and manufacture was found earlier this week off the coast of Río San Juan. The boat contained 14 skeletons, according to the Navy of the Dominican Republic. In a statement the navy says that identities of Senegal...
Technohull expands site in Greece as demand rises
Monday, 12 August 2024Technohull has completed the next phase of expansion at its boatbuilding facility in Lavrio, Greece.
Lowe Boats unveils new LS Pontoon line
Monday, 12 August 2024Lowe Boats, a US aluminum boat manufacturer, has unveiled its new LS Pontoon line. The new range, available in four sizes from 17ft to 23ft, offers optional dual helm seating, and multiple layout configurations ideal for entertaining.
Azimut opens boutiques in Spain, strengthening its strategic direction
Monday, 12 August 2024Azimut is consolidating its presence in the Spanish market, opening two Grande Boutiques, one in Palma de Mallorca and the other in Madrid. These locations will offer dedicated service to owners of the Grande Series, the line of yachts from 26 to...
AcqueraPro increases network to 169 locations in Med
Monday, 12 August 2024The AcqueraPro platform, which connects captains and charter brokers with ports and marinas, now reaches 169 locations in the Mediterranean after adding 11 new ports and marinas this season.
Falmouth Celebrates a Century of Sunbeams
Sunday, 11 August 2024Some fine old ladies of the sea have been celebrating their 100th birthdays with V19 Sunbeam Audry, sailed by Stuart Sawyer and Josh Redgrave, winning all three days of the classic class’s Centenary Regatta and V38 Halcyone’s Gilly Fo...
McIntyre Mini Globe Race
Saturday, 10 August 2024On February 23, 2025, the McIntyre Mini Globe Race (MGR) will commence, marking the beginning of a 13-month sailing adventure that challenges both the physical and psychological endurance of its participants. In an age where technology a...
Henri-Lloyd on show
Saturday, 10 August 2024Henri-Lloyd’s new range of jackets and salopettes will be highly visible at this year’s autumn boat shows with the vibrant Biscay and Sail Jackets, with matching Coastal Hi-Fit salopettes on display.
All-new Contest 63CS makes world premiere at Cannes Yachting Festival
Friday, 09 August 2024Designed for short-handed high-performance cruising, the all-new Contest 63CS will be making its world premiere at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival (10-15 September).
MarineMax takes on MasterCraft’s Aviara dayboats
Friday, 09 August 2024After its successful Q3, with revenue up five per cent (year-over-year), MarineMax is entering into an asset exchange agreement with MasterCraft Boat Holdings (MasterCraft). MarineMax’s Cruisers Yachts subsidiary will assume the rights to M...
Shows, catalogues and influencers: exploring Vetus’ 60 years of marine marketing
Friday, 09 August 2024Founded in 1964 by Willem den Ouden, Dutch equipment distributor and manufacturer Vetus is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year.
Boy, 5, seriously burned after boat explosion on Oklahoma lake
Friday, 09 August 2024A 5-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after suffering severe burns as a boat exploded on an Oklahoma lake.
METSTRADE: Registration open for Women in Marine event
Friday, 09 August 2024The 2024 Women in the Marine Industry International event will return to METSTRADE this November.
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