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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.
Sam Goodchild’s Lead Shrinks
Wednesday, 20 November 2024Sam Goodchild (VULNERABLE) has seen his lead shrink slightly overnight in particular to Charlie Dalin (MACIF Santé Prévoyance) and Yoann Richomme (Paprec Arkéa) but he still has a useful 38 miles buffer on Sébastien Sim...
3000 free swimming lessons to be delivered by Swim Devon for Swim Free
Wednesday, 20 November 2024Swim Free, the newly launched swimming programme for Naval families from Greenwich Hospital and the Andrew Simpson Foundation, has signed up Swim Devon as a delivery partner. Swim Devon will provide 3000 swimming lessons to over 300 children and y...
Typhoon International unveils new brand at METSTRADE 2024
Wednesday, 20 November 2024Typhoon International has unveiled its new brand identity at METSTRADE.
Marine Industry News magazine – Issue 13 – November 2024
Tuesday, 19 November 2024Welcome to issue 13 of Marine Industry News magazine.
36th METSTRADE opens with nods to a tech future
Tuesday, 19 November 2024This morning, METSTRADE director Niels Klarenbeek warmly welcomed delegates to a packed theatre at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre, setting an uplifting tone with an energetic dance performance ahead of the prestigious DAME Awards ceremony, w...
Lifeboat crew member lost at sea on Christmas Day to be commemorated
Tuesday, 19 November 2024Exmouth RNLI will remember former crew member, Will Carder, who was lost at sea on Christmas Day in 1956, by adding his name to the Exmouth lifeboat through the popular Launch a Memory campaign.
METSTRADE: Winners of DAME Design Awards 2024 revealed
Tuesday, 19 November 2024TeamO Marine’s Offshore 150N Hi-Lift Lifejacket & Harness has been announced as the overall winner of the DAME Design Awards at METSTRADE 2024.
METSTRADE: BlueNav debuts virtual anchor and hybrid navigation system
Tuesday, 19 November 2024Marine hybrid technology firm BlueNav has announced the release of its latest navigation system, which includes a ‘virtual anchor’ feature alongside an updated hybrid software pack. The all-in-one-system will be available from January...
IBEX acquires Professional BoatBuilder magazine
Tuesday, 19 November 2024The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), a major trade event for the recreational marine industry in North America, has acquired Professional BoatBuilder magazine (ProBoat), a publication known for its technical foc...
Typhoon International unveils new brand identity at METSTRADE 2024
Tuesday, 19 November 2024Typhoon International has announced the launch of a new brand identity at the METSTRADE 2024 trade event, which runs from 19-21 November in RAI Amsterdam.
World’s largest coral, twice the size of a basketball court, discovered in South Pacific
Tuesday, 19 November 2024A huge 300 to 500-year-old coral reef has been discovered near the Soloman Islands by the National Geographic Society’s Pristine Seas expedition team. The impressive discovery marks what experts believe to be the largest single coral struct...
Sea & Symphony and Artsys’ partnership reaps rewards
Tuesday, 19 November 2024Sea & Symphony, an Italian company specialising in lifts and custom moving solutions, has strengthened its presence in Turkey’s growing market through a partnership with Artsys Electronics.
IMRAY TO PHASE OUT CHART PUBLISHING AND REFOCUS ACTIVITY
Monday, 18 November 2024Trusted by mariners and sailing enthusiasts for more than two centuries, Imray is announcing the gradual conclusion of its chart publishing operations, marking the end of an era. While this decision has not been taken lightly, it is a recognition ...
Twin Vee PowerCats reports 64% revenue drop
Monday, 18 November 2024Twin Vee PowerCats, a Florida-based manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of power sportsboats, has reported a significant decline in third-quarter revenues. The firm saw revenues fall 64 per cent to $2.9 million in Q3 2024, down from $8.1 mill...
South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show expands for 2025
Monday, 18 November 2024MDL Marinas has announced the expansion of its South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show, set to take place from 9-11 May 2025 at Ocean Village Marina in Southampton. The event, now in its fifth year, will feature an extended waterside exhibition ar...
METSTRADE: Jefa Steering enters powerboat market with Electric Steer
Monday, 18 November 2024Jefa Steering has unveiled its latest innovation, the Electric Steer, an electric steering solution for outboard engines aimed at transforming powerboat handling. Nominated for the prestigious 2024 DAME Design Awards, the Electric Steer will be s...
End of an era: Imray to stop chart publishing
Monday, 18 November 2024Imray has announced it will be phasing out its chart publishing, citing the growing trend for digital navigation in the maritime sector.
OneWater reports Q4 decline and predicts slow start to 2025
Monday, 18 November 2024OneWater Marine has revealed its financial results for its fiscal fourth quarter and year ended September 30, 2024, with revenue for 2024 decreasing 8.5 per cent to $1.78 billion.
Sialia Yachts appoints chief commercial officer
Monday, 18 November 2024Sialia Yachts, a leading player in the eco-luxury yachting sector, and its parent company, Silent Straits, has announced the appointment of Milvio Ricci as its new chief commercial officer. This move is part of the company’s strategic growt...
Sam Goodchild leads the fleet
Monday, 18 November 2024As the fleet leaders finally angle southwards and line up with the breeze looking more established again, Briton Sam Goodchild (VULNERABLE) has gained a useful lead at the front of the Vendée Globe fleet. As the race runs into its second we...
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