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Winners announced for the 2024 ‘Gussies’ electric boat awards
Wednesday, 11 December 2024The fifth annual Gustave Trouvé Awards for Excellence in Electric Boats and Boating, known as ‘The Gussies,’ has announced the recipients of its 2024 first place honours. The awards are determined by votes from a panel of 32 in...
NMMA acquires Mid-Atlantic Boat Show
Wednesday, 11 December 2024The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has announced its acquisition of the Mid-Atlantic Boat Show in Charlotte, North Carolina, from Southeast Productions.
Vision Marine and Armada Pontoons to address lake boating regulations with new electric pontoon
Wednesday, 11 December 2024Vision Marine Technologies and Armada Pontoons have unveiled a strategic partnership to address a growing market challenge: boating on North America’s increasingly regulated lakes.
Lürssen delivers 142-metre Dragonfly after crash through dry-dock door
Wednesday, 11 December 2024The 142-metre yacht Dragonfly, previously known as Project Alibaba, has been delivered by the Lürssen shipyard.
Exclusive dealer appointed for Beneteau and Excess Catamarans in Thailand
Wednesday, 11 December 2024Primus Marine has been appointed as the exclusive dealer for Beneteau Powerboats and Sailboats, as well as Excess Catamarans, in Thailand. The new partnership aims to expand the presence of both brands in the Asia-Pacific region.
Wider connects with FPT Industrial for serial hybrid propulsion systems
Wednesday, 11 December 2024FPT Industrial, the Iveco Group brand which makes and sells low-environmental impact powertrains, and its distributor AS Labruna, will become the powertrain suppliers for the new WiderCat 92 hybrid catamaran. The third hull was recently launched ...
New boat festival to launch in Plymouth in 2025
Tuesday, 10 December 2024A new boat show is set to launch in Plymouth in 2025 with Plymouth Boat Fest being held at Plymouth Yacht Haven on 21 June 2025.
Scotland’s recreational boating sector rejects plans to introduce fee for sailing on the Clyde
Tuesday, 10 December 2024Scotland’s recreational boating community has united in opposition to Peel Ports Clydeport’s proposal to introduce a conservancy fee for leisure craft operating in the Clydeport area. Concerns have been raised that the fee will restric...
Equipment change for Olympic class
Tuesday, 10 December 2024World Sailing and the iQFOiL Class have announced an evolution in the iQFOiL Olympic Class equipment, designed to foster inclusivity and enhance athlete progression.
INEOS Enterprises to sell INEOS Composites business
Tuesday, 10 December 2024INEOS Enterprises has reached an agreement for the sale of its INEOS Composites division to KPS Capital Partners (KPS) for an estimated €1.7 billion upon completion. This transaction is positioned as a strategically attractive opportunity, a...
All Silent Yachts up to 24m to feature Nuvolari Lenard design
Tuesday, 10 December 2024Catamaran builder Silent Yachts has engaged leading superyacht design firm Nuvolari Lenard to design a new generation of solar-powered catamarans.
Twin Vee announces director of sales and dealer relations
Tuesday, 10 December 2024Florida-based powerboat manufacturer Twin Vee PowerCats Co has named Shawn Erb as its director of sales and dealer relations, effective immediately.
Integrel Solutions names new sales director
Tuesday, 10 December 2024Integrel Solutions has announced Tom Pickles as new sales director for EMEA. In his new role, Pickles will work alongside CEO Trevor Howard to strengthen and develop relationships with OEMs and expand Integrel’s global distributor network.<...
Cruiser Yachts partners with Marinemax for US expansion
Tuesday, 10 December 2024Cruisers Yachts has announced that MarineMax will now serve as its authorised dealer across several strategic regions in the southern United States.
MAIB report highlights safety failings, calling for stricter mooring procedures in Chile
Tuesday, 10 December 2024The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has unveiled findings into the fatal accident in August 2021, involving the bulk carrier Mona Manx, leading to an investigation calling for stricter mooring procedures at Puerto Ventanas, Chile, fol...
Freedom Boat Club celebrates 35th-anniversary milestone
Tuesday, 10 December 2024Freedom Boat Club has reached its 35th anniversary. Founded in 1989, the Brunswick Corporation-owned firm has grown to operate over 400 locations across the United States and internationally, and now has a membership of more than 100,000.
LifeJacket Skin Protection targets marine market with new partnership
Tuesday, 10 December 2024Pelagic Sales Network has launched a strategic partnership with LifeJacket Skin Protection, a brand of clinically tested products designed to protect sensitive skin from UV.
RNLI lifesavers prepare to answer the call this Christmas
Monday, 09 December 2024As the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) comes to the end of its milestone 200th anniversary year, the charity is launching its annual Christmas fundraising appeal, with a focus on the volunteer lifeboat crew members who are spending Chri...
2025 Travel Trend: Shoulder Season is the New Summer
Monday, 09 December 2024Vilamoura, a resort town situated in The Algarve’s Golden Triangle, is an ideal destination for year-round sunshine, particularly during the increasingly popular ‘shoulder season’, addressing key traveller concerns in 2025.
Hanover sells Fairline Yachts
Monday, 09 December 2024Hanover Investors has announced it has sold its interest in Fairline Yachts to Arrowbolt Propulsion Systems.
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