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Sanlorenzo unveils SX120 – its largest-ever crossover yacht
Sanlorenzo unveils SX120 – its largest-ever crossover yacht
Friday, 11 July 2025

Sanlorenzo presents SX120, the largest-ever yacht in the Italian shipyard’s crossover range, heralding a pioneering new product concept breaking the mould of traditional yachting and reinforcing Sanlorenzo’s position as an industry lea...

Garmin expands ECHOMAP Ultra 2 series with larger 16-inch chartplotters
Garmin expands ECHOMAP Ultra 2 series with larger 16-inch chartplotters
Thursday, 10 July 2025

Garmin has announced the ECHOMAP Ultra 2 16-inch chartplotter series designed for inland and nearshore anglers that demand a larger, sharper display with premium mapping and exceptional sonar capabilities. With the ECHOMAP series’ large...

Southampton International Boat Show opens nominations for the 2025 Environmental Award
Southampton International Boat Show opens nominations for the 2025 Environmental Award
Thursday, 10 July 2025

The Southampton International Boat Show returns from 19–28 September with renewed focus on environmental responsibility.

Vilamoura Marina Named Portugal’s Best Marina for 14th Consecutive Year
Vilamoura Marina Named Portugal’s Best Marina for 14th Consecutive Year
Thursday, 10 July 2025 Vilamoura Marina, located in the heart of Portugal’s Algarve, has been named the best marina in the country for the 14th consecutive year. At the recent 2025 Publituris Portugal Travel Awards, Vilamoura Marina took home the title of &lsqu...
ADVANCED UNDERWATER LIGHTING DESIGNED TO GIVE ANGLERS THE EDGE
ADVANCED UNDERWATER LIGHTING DESIGNED TO GIVE ANGLERS THE EDGE
Thursday, 10 July 2025

The Piranha P4 Dual Colour from Bluefin LED has been engineered specifically to enhance the fishing experience. When it comes to fishing after dark or improving your underwater visibility, lighting isn’t just a nice-to-have – it’...

Have a beer on us ! #Sleapkosh25
Have a beer on us ! #Sleapkosh25
Thursday, 10 July 2025

So... What Are We Actually Doing Here?

Historic sailboat saved from destruction
Historic sailboat saved from destruction
Monday, 07 July 2025

The Canal & River Trust, the charity that cares for the nation’s 250-year-old network of historic waterways, has helped secure a future for the White Heather – a rare 1926 Cornish Lugger – follo...

Goodchild takes his first win in the IMOCA Class after dominant performance in the Course des Caps
Goodchild takes his first win in the IMOCA Class after dominant performance in the Course des Caps
Sunday, 06 July 2025

The British skipper Sam Goodchild celebrated his first victory in the IMOCA Class after crossing the finish line of the Course des Caps – Boulogne-sur-Mer – Banque Populaire du Nord, a 1,800-nautical mile sprint around Britain and Irel...

Langston raises funds for Morvargh Sailing Project
Langston raises funds for Morvargh Sailing Project
Friday, 04 July 2025

Langston House, a beautifully restored Grade II-listed Georgian farmhouse, opened its gates for the first time on 18 June to host a magical midsummer fundraising evening. The event brought together the local community, celebrated South Devon&rsquo...

Harbouring a Cleaner Salcombe with RS Electric Boats
Harbouring a Cleaner Salcombe with RS Electric Boats
Friday, 04 July 2025

RS Electric Boats is proud to play a key role in the Zero Emission Network of Workboats (ZENOW) Project. This initiative, supported by Innovate UK and Department for Transport, brings together 14 marine partners to drive the electric transition in...

Celebrating 50 years of Falmouth’s AZAB race to Azores & Back
Celebrating 50 years of Falmouth’s AZAB race to Azores & Back
Friday, 04 July 2025

Yachtsmen and women from around the world gathered at the Royal Cornwall Yacht Club to celebrate 50 years since the Club’s “Azores and Back” (AZAB) yacht race first set off from Falmouth Harbour, embracing the “Corinthian&r...

UKSA Launches 2025 Impact Report
UKSA Launches 2025 Impact Report
Friday, 04 July 2025

UK Sailing Academy (UKSA) has launched its 2025 Impact Report, showcasing a landmark year in transforming lives through the power of the sea.

From legacy to leverage
From legacy to leverage
Thursday, 03 July 2025

With Sir Keir Starmer recently announcing the UK would increase its defence spending to 3% of GDP, Boatshed.com founder, Neil Chapman, reminds us that we have thousands of boats, no longer in regular, use that could be repurposed to undertake civi...

RAILBLAZA Unveils Newest Do-It-All Hybrid Inflatable Fishing Kayak Concept
RAILBLAZA Unveils Newest Do-It-All Hybrid Inflatable Fishing Kayak Concept
Thursday, 03 July 2025

RAILBLAZA has unveiled its newest ready-for-anything hybrid inflatable fishing platform – The Mule.
 
Showcasing the best of both worlds from standup-paddleboards and kayaks, RAILBLAZA’s next-generation fishing platform fe...

The Magenta Project unveils bold new brand identity to mark tenth anniversary
The Magenta Project unveils bold new brand identity to mark tenth anniversary
Wednesday, 02 July 2025

As part of its milestone tenth anniversary, The Magenta Project is launching a refreshed brand identity and the first phase of its new website, reinforcing its commitment to equity and inclusion for women in sailing. 

Water Witch welcomes Yamaha and Torqeedo alliance in push for sustainable innovation
Water Witch welcomes Yamaha and Torqeedo alliance in push for sustainable innovation
Wednesday, 02 July 2025

Following Yamaha’s acquisition of Torqeedo early this year, the marine technology leader has reaffirmed its partnership with Water Witch, which now commissions both Torqeedo electric systems and Yamaha Outboards across its fleet, making the...

NEW RESEARCH CHALLENGES UK PERCEPTIONS OF THE FISHING INDUSTRY
NEW RESEARCH CHALLENGES UK PERCEPTIONS OF THE FISHING INDUSTRY
Wednesday, 02 July 2025

North Atlantic Fishing Company has unveiled new research revealing that over three-quarters (76%) of the British public have never considered a career in fishing and hold a number of important misconceptions about the industry.

Clipper Round the World Yacht Race to inspire Southampton International Boat Show visitors
Clipper Round the World Yacht Race to inspire Southampton International Boat Show visitors
Tuesday, 01 July 2025

Clipper Ventures will bring all the excitement of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race to the Southampton International Boat Show this September, along with one of its magnificent Clipper 70 ocean racing yachts. (pictured).

World Sailing welcomes LA28 venue confirmation
World Sailing welcomes LA28 venue confirmation
Tuesday, 01 July 2025

World Sailing welcomes the confirmation of sailing venues for the Olympic Games LA28 which will deliver excellent conditions for all 10 events, with Belmont Shore in the 2028 Venue City of Long Beach staging the board events and the Port of Los An...

A New Era of Collaboration
A New Era of Collaboration
Tuesday, 01 July 2025

A total of 60 influential names in British Wooden Boat Building and Heritage Marine Engineering gathered at the riverside boatyard in Reedham, Norfolk. They were drawn together from across the country by Abbey’s award-winning craft, and the ...

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