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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.

Walcon Marine supplies 228-berth marina to Egypt’s luxury Marassi Development
Walcon Marine supplies 228-berth marina to Egypt’s luxury Marassi Development
Thursday, 08 July 2021

Walcon Marine Australia is supplying a turnkey marina installation for one of Egypt’s premier resort developments, Marassi.

WATCH: Ever Given leaves Suez Canal 106 days after getting stuck
WATCH: Ever Given leaves Suez Canal 106 days after getting stuck
Thursday, 08 July 2021

Ever Given, the container ship that blocked the global trade passage in March, has been allowed to leave the Suez Canal, following a compensation deal.

New boat-running apps for Boston Whaler and Sea Ray
New boat-running apps for Boston Whaler and Sea Ray
Thursday, 08 July 2021

Two of Brunswick’s boat brands, Boston Whaler and Sea Ray, have announced the launch of the MyWhaler and Sea Ray+ apps, designed to improve the boat ownership experience.

Argo Yachting appointed as dealer for ElectroSea
Argo Yachting appointed as dealer for ElectroSea
Thursday, 08 July 2021

Argo Yachting has been appointed an ElectroSea authorised dealer in the UK, Southern Spain and Mallorca for the Clearline system. Clearline, which maintains raw water lines and keeps strainers clean for longer, preventing barnacles, biofilm, alga...

Surfer mauled in savage shark attack
Surfer mauled in savage shark attack
Thursday, 08 July 2021

A 20-year-old surfer has escaped a savage attack by a shark at Crescent Head, around 250 miles north of Sydney. Lifeguards said the male surfer was mauled at around 4.30pm local time on Monday.

Gulf Craft partners with P&O to drive Dubai expansion
Gulf Craft partners with P&O to drive Dubai expansion
Thursday, 08 July 2021

Gulf Craft has announced a strategic partnership with P&O Marinas to strengthen its products and service offerings in Dubai. 

Research reveals time on the water can improve wellbeing
Research reveals time on the water can improve wellbeing
Thursday, 08 July 2021

With concerns about the negative impact of the coronavirus pandemic on mental and physical health, new research commissioned by British Marine and the Canal & River Trust reveals that spending time on coastal or inland waterways can be an eff...

July 2021 BoatBid
July 2021 BoatBid
Wednesday, 07 July 2021

We have started July and still waiting for the Summer but we don't have to wait for another BoatBid auction, as on Monday 5th July this month's auction was opened for bidding.
Take a peek through our catalogue to see the boats we have on offe...

WATCH: Fireball erupts in Caspian Sea
WATCH: Fireball erupts in Caspian Sea
Wednesday, 07 July 2021

A mud volcano has erupted near an oil platform off the coast of Azerbaijan, sending a column of fire into the sky, which was visible across the region, officials and witnesses say.

Turnkey 228-berth marina for Egypt resort
Turnkey 228-berth marina for Egypt resort
Wednesday, 07 July 2021

Walcon Marine Australia is supplying a turnkey marina installation for one of Egypt’s premier resort developments, Marassi, located 140km west of Alexandria on its Mediterranean coast. The marina is expected to be fully operational by the e...

Man-overboard-saving drones tested off Portsmouth
Man-overboard-saving drones tested off Portsmouth
Wednesday, 07 July 2021

Remote-piloted drones that could locate personnel in the water, drop life-saving equipment and hover over the location until rescuers arrive have been tested by the Royal Navy on Horsea Island and at sea.

Dometic expands in mobile and solar power
Dometic expands in mobile and solar power
Wednesday, 07 July 2021

Dometic has acquired Büttner Elektronik, a Germany-based provider of mobile power solutions, including solar power solutions, batteries and battery chargers, for the outdoor market.

MFS approved service hub for Spinlock lifejackets
MFS approved service hub for Spinlock lifejackets
Wednesday, 07 July 2021

Marine Fire Safety, specialists in firefighting and lifesaving equipment for the marine industry, has received training and approval for all SOLAS and ISO Spinlock lifejackets. 

Yara Marine acquisition ramps up green aims
Yara Marine acquisition ramps up green aims
Wednesday, 07 July 2021

Yara Marine Technologies, a front-runner in the development and implementation of emissions reduction technologies in the maritime industry, has acquired Gothenburg-based Lean Marine.

Recently Sold - Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS
Recently Sold - Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS
Wednesday, 07 July 2021

Last week Boatshed Gibraltar sold this 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42 DS.

Manor Marine wins pontoon contract for Plymouth upgrade
Manor Marine wins pontoon contract for Plymouth upgrade
Wednesday, 07 July 2021

Manor Marine has won its first contract with VolkerStevin to build two pontoons for the Thanckes Fuel Depot upgrade project in Plymouth, Devon.

RNLI rescues solo sailor after 52 days at sea
RNLI rescues solo sailor after 52 days at sea
Tuesday, 06 July 2021

Kinsale RNLI lifeboat came to the rescue of a solo yachtsman on the weekend, who left Caribbean island Carriacou on Thursday 13 May, en route to the UK. Three weeks in, the 51ft ketch casualty vessel lost engine power, forcing the skipper to cont...

Export Insights: UAE.  Register for MIN’s free online seminar
Export Insights: UAE. Register for MIN’s free online seminar
Tuesday, 06 July 2021

Marine Industry News’ third online seminar, in conjunction with Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA), entitled Export Insights: UAE, takes place next week on 13 July.

Operator sought for first new London shipyard in a century
Operator sought for first new London shipyard in a century
Tuesday, 06 July 2021

The Port of London Authority (PLA) is working with property developers, London & Regional, and the Royal Docks Team (RDT) to deliver the first new shipyard on the Thames for over a century at Albert Island in the London Borough of Newham.

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Countdown begins to HM Coastguard’s 200th birthday
Countdown begins to HM Coastguard’s 200th birthday
Tuesday, 06 July 2021

On January 15, 2022 HM Coastguard will turn 200. This week’s Maritime Safety Week marks almost six months to the day until Her Majesty’s Coastguard  celebrates a milestone birthday – and they need your help to make the occas...

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