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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.

Brunswick sales down 22 per cent, first quarter 2024
Brunswick sales down 22 per cent, first quarter 2024
Friday, 26 April 2024

Although gross margins have remained resilient and the company delivered a solid first quarter consistent with guided expectations, Brunswick has announced its net sales in the quarter of 2024 were down 22 per cent versus the first quarter of 202...

‘Softness’ in market leads to gross profit decline for MarineMax
‘Softness’ in market leads to gross profit decline for MarineMax
Friday, 26 April 2024

MarineMax, which describes itself as the world’s largest recreational boat, yacht and superyacht services company, has announced results for its second quarter ended March 31, 2024.

Data scandal rocks Japanese marine engine market
Data scandal rocks Japanese marine engine market
Friday, 26 April 2024

Japanese engine maker IHI Corp. has admitted that a subsidiary has falsified fuel efficiency data for 4,215 marine engines, spanning 58 models. 2,621 have been shipped overseas. And 1,594 are in use in the Japanese domestic market. The company is...

Underfall Yard reopens after staff member’s arson
Underfall Yard reopens after staff member’s arson
Friday, 26 April 2024

Underfall Yard has re-opened its gates, welcoming visitors to the working boatyard after a Bristol boatyard fire damaged five historic buildings and destroyed six boats in May 2023. The fire was subsequently found to have been set by a new employ...

SIBS swim 2024 – registration opens
SIBS swim 2024 – registration opens
Friday, 26 April 2024

The Rose Road Association charity swim is returning to Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS) on Saturday, 21 September 2024.

French pedal kayak powered by solar panels
French pedal kayak powered by solar panels
Friday, 26 April 2024

L’Aquaphile has announced the launch of its Pedayak Solar. This is described as a hybrid pedal kayak with electric drive, powered by solar panels.

“Shocked how little time I would have survived” lifesaving training for fishermen
“Shocked how little time I would have survived” lifesaving training for fishermen
Friday, 26 April 2024

Fishing crews are being encouraged to attend a course designed to save their lives at sea, after one man expressed his shock at ‘just how serious’ trawling can be when someone falls in the water.

GALIANA WITHSECURE & EVRIKA FINISH McINTYRE OGR
GALIANA WITHSECURE & EVRIKA FINISH McINTYRE OGR
Thursday, 25 April 2024

It was a long, painfully slow final two days to complete their circumnavigation. But, finally, Galiana WithSecure FI (06) and Evrika FR (07) crossed the Royal Yacht Squadron finish line in a moody windless, moonlight Cowes arrival.

New sponsor of The Shipyard at the 2024 Southampton International Boat Show
New sponsor of The Shipyard at the 2024 Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 25 April 2024

British Marine, organisers of the Southampton International Boat Show, has announces GAC Pindar, the marine leisure, sports and event logistics division at GAC Group, as the new official sponsor of The Shipyard for its 2024 edition.

BOAT 3 TESTING: AMERICAN MAGIC’S AC75 RACE BOAT UNCLOAKED IN BARCELONA
BOAT 3 TESTING: AMERICAN MAGIC’S AC75 RACE BOAT UNCLOAKED IN BARCELONA
Thursday, 25 April 2024

New York Yacht Club American Magic, Challenger for the 37th America’s Cup, uncloaked its AC75 race boat, “B3,” as commissioning continues in Barcelona.

Palma Boat Show kicks off the Med season today
Palma Boat Show kicks off the Med season today
Thursday, 25 April 2024

The Palma International Boat Show 2024 (PIBS) opened its doors this morning, marking the 40th anniversary of the annual Spanish boat show.

Royal Huisman to build world’s tallest sailing yacht
Royal Huisman to build world’s tallest sailing yacht
Thursday, 25 April 2024

Dutch custom superyacht builder Royal Huisman has unveiled details of Project 411, Noir, an 81-metre sailing yacht with the tallest sloop rig in the world.

Twin Vee PowerCats appoints sales director
Twin Vee PowerCats appoints sales director
Thursday, 25 April 2024

Twin Vee PowerCats, a US manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of power boats, has hired Thomas Morford as its national sales director.

Wider signs dealer agreement for Singapore and Hong Kong
Wider signs dealer agreement for Singapore and Hong Kong
Thursday, 25 April 2024

Italian shipyard Wider has appointed Greater Bay Yachts as its exclusive dealer for Singapore and Hong Kong.

UK marina operator partners with Sleipner
UK marina operator partners with Sleipner
Thursday, 25 April 2024

Boatcare, a boat maintenance company founded by UK marina operator Boatfolk, has partnered with marine tech firm Sleipner.

Yacht Racing Image Award opens for 2024
Yacht Racing Image Award opens for 2024
Thursday, 25 April 2024

The 15th edition of the Yacht Racing Image Award, an international photography competition dedicated to the sport of sailing, has officially opened.

Marine Industry News magazine – Issue 11 – April 2024
Marine Industry News magazine – Issue 11 – April 2024
Thursday, 25 April 2024

Read the latest issue of Marine Industry News magazine online. Click below.

Maritime and Coastguard Agency documentary ready to return to TV screens
Maritime and Coastguard Agency documentary ready to return to TV screens
Wednesday, 24 April 2024

The wait is nearly over for fans of the hit Channel 5 documentary Coastguard: Search and Rescue SOS as the brand-new second series is primed to air at 8pm on Sunday 28 April. 

THE NEARLY WINNER AND THE FIESTA BOAT FINISH McINTYRE OGR
THE NEARLY WINNER AND THE FIESTA BOAT FINISH McINTYRE OGR
Wednesday, 24 April 2024

Trinity Landing pontoon in Cowes was a busy spot Tuesday afternoon with Triana FR (66) SWAN 53 and White Shadow ESP (17) SWAN 57 finishing the McIntyre Ocean Globe Race after 48 days of racing. Just over an hour apart separated the two yachts who&...

The Famous Project: Mod70 Limosa in Portugal
The Famous Project: Mod70 Limosa in Portugal
Wednesday, 24 April 2024

The Famous Project’s all girl crew of the MOD70 Limosa reached the Portuguese Algarve port of Portimao this morning to successfully complete their main objectives, delivering the boat back to Europe from Antigua on the first ever transoceani...

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