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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.
Bangkok expands electric passenger ferry fleet
Monday, 19 July 2021The Bangkok Metropolitan Authority (BMA) has officially commissioned twelve new zero-emission, all-electric commuter ferries as part of a citywide plan to reduce traffic and emissions.
Redesigned hull cleaning system launched
Monday, 19 July 2021Precision Blast Systems Ltd has launched the latest version of its Gritco-ECO abrasive blast machine, which it says is ideal for anti-foul removal and hull surface preparation.
AEUK awards contract to Diverse Marine
Monday, 19 July 2021Atlas Elektronik UK (AEUK) has awarded a contract to Cowes-based shipyard, Diverse Marine, to produce three SEA class Passenger Transfer Boats (PTBs) for the Royal Navy’s latest aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Wales.
Local with global reach
Monday, 19 July 2021Boatshed has a global reach with more than 70 branches worldwide covering UK, Europe, US, Canada and Asia. In total we have branches in 18 countries.
Slingsby completes return to form with Great Britain Sail Grand Prix win
Sunday, 18 July 2021Thousands of fans turned up on Plymouth Hoe, and hundreds of spectator boats lined the F50 racecourse in Plymouth Sound as the sold out Great Britain Sail Grand Prix closed on a high note in Britain’s Ocean City.
My Boatshed - Owner sales activity overview
Saturday, 17 July 2021Getting regular updates from your yacht broker about sales activity on your boat is vital. As well as regular broker contact Boatshed offer all boat owners a secure area where they can obtain live information on the activity, viewings and sales da...
How to follow Team GB sailors at Tokyo 2020
Friday, 16 July 2021After five long years the moment has come – it’s time for Tokyo 2020. The delayed Olympics is on, and for sports fans could provide the perfect follow-up to Euro 2020.
Setting sail at Southampton International Boat Show
Friday, 16 July 2021A new spinnaker for your dinghy, or a completely new sail wardrobe for a racing yacht, there will be sails of every size, shape and colour – and all the advice and accessories to go sailing – at the Southampton International Boat Show,...
Water company fined £90m for sewage pollution
Friday, 16 July 2021Southern Water have been fined £90 million for illegally dumping raw sewage into the sea across the south coast.
RYA Yachtmaster of the year named
Friday, 16 July 2021Welsh sailor, Dani Rowe has been named as the recipient of the RYA Yachtmaster® of the Year award for her exceptional demonstration of sailing skills during her RYA Yachtmaster certificate of competence exam.
IOW ferry cancellations due to covid staff shortages
Friday, 16 July 2021Passengers are facing disruption due to staff shortages on one of the Isle of Wight ferries.
New ‘all-rounder’ from Dromeas Yachts
Friday, 16 July 2021Turkish boat builder, Dromeas Yachts, has introduced its D28SUV to the marine market.
UK marine life highlighted on new stamp collection
Friday, 16 July 2021Royal Mail has released a new set of 14 stamps displaying aquatic wildlife around the British Isles.
Watch MIN/GMBA/PSP’s online seminar Export Insights: UAE
Friday, 16 July 2021The third online seminar collaboration between Marine Industry News, Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA) and PSP Logistics is now available to view.
Typhoon International extends Swarm range
Friday, 16 July 2021Typhoon International has extended its 2021 Swarm range, adding the Swarm4 Boot.
Southampton’s new cruise terminal receives first vessel
Friday, 16 July 2021The Port of Southampton’s £55m cruise terminal has welcomed its first vessel.
HRH The Princess Royal Visits Princess Yachts
Thursday, 15 July 2021 Princess Yachts hosted HRH The Princess Royal at their South Yard facility in Plymouth. The Princess Royal visited Princess Yachts as an extension of awarding the company’s Apprenticeship programme with a Princess Royal Award in 2020. The awar...Dani Rowe named RYA Yachtmaster® of the Year
Thursday, 15 July 202125-year-old welsh sailor, Dani Rowe has been named as the recipient of the RYA Yachtmaster® of the Year award for her exceptional demonstration of sailing skills during her RYA Yachtmaster certificate of competence exam.
Cowes Classics Week delights both competitors and visitors
Thursday, 15 July 2021Cowes Classics Week 2021, held from 5 – 9 July, was one of the first major yacht regattas held in the UK since 2019 and attracted a record entry of 196 yachts.
Italy bans large cruise ships from Venice
Thursday, 15 July 2021Italy’s cabinet has declared Venice a national monument and will stop vessels weighing more than 25,000 tonnes from entering from 1 August 2021.
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