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MDL taps into circular economy with recycling contract renewal
Monday, 26 July 2021MDL Marinas has renewed its recycling and waste disposal contract with leading waste management specialist SUEZ recycling and recovery UK.
HYS sponsors Hamble Winter Series 2021
Monday, 26 July 2021Hamble Yacht Services has announced that it will return as sponsor for the 40th anniversary of the Hamble Winter Series 2021.
New Furyan Eco Hybrid Marine Coupe
Monday, 26 July 2021Furyan Marine Technology has revealed its new F35 Eco Hybrid Marine Coupe.
Is mussel poo the answer to microplastics?
Monday, 26 July 2021Scientists at Plymouth Marine Laboratory have launched a series of in-situ trials of a unique microplastic clean-up method using mussels as filtration systems.
WATCH: Falling crane sinks yacht
Friday, 23 July 2021A crane has fallen over while launching a yacht, crashing down on top of it and sinking it in the process.
Recruitment drive at Fairline Yachts
Friday, 23 July 2021British motorboat manufacturer, Fairline Yachts, is recruiting for new staff members, in a variety of manufacturing roles at its factory in Oundle, Northamptonshire. Fairline is also expanding its design team with openings for both contract ...
Royal Huisman’s new 59m superyacht ready to launch
Friday, 23 July 2021Royal Husiman has released images of its latest project, the 58.5m superyacht Phi.
ABP welcomes first of nine new pilot launches
Friday, 23 July 2021Earlier this month, Associated British Ports (ABP) received the first of its nine new Orc pilot launch vessels from boat builder Goodchild Marine Services.
Iconic racing yacht restored
Friday, 23 July 2021The renowned Sparkman & Stephens One Tonner, Clarionet, has undergone a process of restoration to bring her back to her former glory. Previously, she was successfully optimised for IRC, but has now been returned to her original specifica...
Berthon USA to represent Solaris Yachts
Friday, 23 July 2021Solaris Yachts and the Berthon Sales Group have announced that Berthon USA, based in Newport, Rhode Island, will now be representing the Solaris brand on the North East Coast of the USA.
WATCH: RNLI rescue jet skier drifting out to sea
Friday, 23 July 2021New Brighton Lifeboat crew were deployed to three incidents in quick succession last weekend, including a jet skier who drifted out to sea.
WATCH: Dog surfing & SUP championships in Poole this weekend
Thursday, 22 July 2021Now in its third year, the UK Dog Surfing & SUP Championships returns for another day of fun canine action on the sandy shores of Branksome Chine Beach, Poole, on 25 July.
Olympian and Laser designer, Bruce Kirby, dies aged 92
Thursday, 22 July 2021Journalist, Olympian and Laser designer Bruce Kirby passed away on 18 July, aged 92.
Dometic launches contactless toilet switch
Thursday, 22 July 2021Dometic has launched its new Handwave toilet control switch. This contactless toilet flush switch with a capacitive touch control display is designed to help boaters improve and maintain hygiene levels while at sea.
RNLI launches first World Drowning Prevention Day
Thursday, 22 July 2021The RNLI is encouraging people to take action to stay safe as it marks the first World Drowning Prevention Day on 25 July.
New TowPro aims to prevent superyacht tender loss
Thursday, 22 July 2021Launched in July across Europe and scheduled for launch in the USA in September, TowPro is a system designed to reduce risk and actively prevent tender loss through monitoring.
Typhoon International headlines sponsorship of Scorpion Nationals 2021
Thursday, 22 July 2021Typhoon International, a manufacturer of watersports clothing and accessories, is to sponsor the 2021 Scorpion National Championships in Penzance in association with Craftinsure and FFX. The Nationals will take place from 15-20 August, with over ...
Hannah Mills “overwhelmed” by Team GB flagbearer call-up
Thursday, 22 July 2021Olympic champion Hannah Mills says being named as a flagbearer for Team GB at Friday’s opening ceremony of Tokyo 2020 is the greatest honour of her career.
Simrad® Celebrates Its 75th Anniversary
Wednesday, 21 July 2021Simrad Yachting is recognising its 75th Anniversary this summer with a number of initiatives including the celebration of boating’s ability to bring people together, detailing the history of notable Simrad® products and publishing its ow...
Additional £13 million needed for Isle of Man Liverpool ferry terminal
Wednesday, 21 July 2021The Manx government may need to spend an additional £13.8m to progress the Isle of Man ferry terminal in Liverpool.
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