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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.
Spirit and BAR collaborate on electric flyer
Thursday, 16 December 2021Spirit Yachts and BAR Technologies are collaborating to deliver a fully electric, fully foiling 35-foot motor yacht.
SailGP returns to Sydney for season’s penultimate event
Thursday, 16 December 2021SailGP is returning to Sydney Harbour tomorrow for the Australia Sail Grand Prix (17-18 December), the penultimate event of the season.
Finalists of inaugural Ocean Solutions Award revealed
Thursday, 16 December 2021The finalists of Nor-Shipping’s inaugural Ocean Solutions Award have been announced.
New appointment at Barrus
Thursday, 16 December 2021Barrus has appointed Craig Davis to the new role of OEM and technical sales for the Marine Equipment Division.
Environment Agency decision on new boat area charges
Thursday, 16 December 2021The Environment Agency (EA) has announced that it will not be implementing charges based on boat area on any of the waterways. Current charging mechanisms for powered and unpowered craft will remain in place, with charges being increased by four ...
Marine industry events: 2021 and 2022
Thursday, 16 December 2021All the key marine industry events not to miss for 2021 and into 2022. Keep up to date with key marine industry boat shows and events as they’re announced, and find out what’s happening in-person this year and beyond.
New berthing options to enhance boating experience
Wednesday, 15 December 2021MDL Marinas has launched two new berthing products which will enhance boat owners’ on water experience, opening up cruising opportunities and exploration around the UK coast and further afield.
British Sailing Team reflects on Olympic successes as stars announce retirement
Wednesday, 15 December 2021British Sailing Team boss Mark Robinson has heaped praise on a host of sailing stars after they announced their retirement from Olympic campaigning.
Discovery Shipyard loses investor
Wednesday, 15 December 2021Discovery Shipyard has announced that the company’s owner/shareholder will be withdrawing support for the business. In a post on LinkedIn, they say the owner “will not be providing further investment or funds&rdquo...
Vendée Globe photo wins Yacht Racing Image contest
Wednesday, 15 December 2021The winners of the Mirabaud Yacht Racing Image photography competition have been announced at a prize-giving ceremony in Paris.
Hull-cleaning Drive-in Boatwash scoops prize in Paris
Wednesday, 15 December 2021G&G Boatwash has won the jury prize at Paris Boat Show 2021 for Drive-in Boatwash in-water hull cleaning machine.
Get fit for less with Christmas and New Year offers from MDL Fitness
Tuesday, 14 December 2021Gym goers can get fit for as little as 62 pence per day in 2022 with MDL Fitness’ Christmas and New Year offers.
Launching Boatshed South Africa
Saturday, 11 December 2021We are very excited to announce we have a NEW Boatshed Office operating in a NEW Continent!
A rare chance to acquire a piece of history
Friday, 10 December 2021The classic sailing yacht Borkumriff II offers a rare chance to acquire a piece of history.
VIDEO: Karpaz Gate Marina Opens Reservations for New Hotel
Friday, 10 December 2021Reinforcing the transformation of North Cyprus into a unique Mediterranean haven for the yachting community, Karpaz Gate Marina has announced the opening of reservations for its new on-site boutique hotel.
VIDEO: HMS Queen Elizabeth returns home as historic global deployment comes to an end
Thursday, 09 December 2021HMS Queen Elizabeth’s crew were welcomed back to their home base of Portsmouth after sailing 49,000nm to the Indo-Pacific and back.
Young sailors awarded boats and boards
Thursday, 09 December 2021A total of 14 youngsters from across the UK have been given a huge boost in their sailing and windsurfing ambitions by being awarded their own boats and boards donated by the John Merricks Sailing Trust.
RYA welcomes government intent to waive the 3-year condition for returned goods relief
Thursday, 09 December 2021Following a meeting between the RYA and HMRC on 17 November, the RYA welcomes the government’s intent to waive the three-year condition for Returned Goods Relief for pleasure craft that are the personal property of a UK resident which are be...
Two women to row 3000 miles across the Atlantic this Christmas for charity
Thursday, 09 December 2021Two professional businesswomen from Gloucestershire and Hampshire, are rowing 3000 miles across the Atlantic this Christmas to raise £100,000 for Women’s Aid and Shelter charities.
December 2021 BoatBid
Wednesday, 08 December 2021Our monthly BoatBid auctions always brings a variety of boats for sale, and this month is no exception!
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