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Triana, Spirit of Helsinki & Maiden Battle for Gold in McIntyre OGR
Triana, Spirit of Helsinki & Maiden Battle for Gold in McIntyre OGR
Saturday, 13 April 2024

Former Whitbread Winner, L’Esprit D’équipe FR (85), making 10 knots toward the finish line and is expected to cross tonight around 1900hrs UTC 13TH APRIL to take a provisional second place in line honours LEG 4, after 216 days a...

Inland & Coastal sponsors Autism On The Water for 2024
Inland & Coastal sponsors Autism On The Water for 2024
Friday, 12 April 2024

The pontoon and water access specialist, Inland & Coastal Marina Systems, is sponsoring Autism On The Water for 2024. In conjunction with Boatfolk’s Rhu Marina, they have also secured favourable berthing for the year, ensuring smooth sai...

Optima Yachts at the South Coast Green Tech Boat Show
Optima Yachts at the South Coast Green Tech Boat Show
Friday, 12 April 2024

Optima Yachts is exhibiting at the upcoming South Coast Green Tech Boat Show, where they will be located at Berth No.7.

EMIRATES TEAM NEW ZEALAND’S NEW AC75 RACE BOAT REVEALED
EMIRATES TEAM NEW ZEALAND’S NEW AC75 RACE BOAT REVEALED
Friday, 12 April 2024

After an intensive 10 month building program, Emirates Team New Zealand’s brand new AC75 emerged from their Wynyard Point base today in preparation for its launch and commissioning phase in Auckland this month.

Pen Duick VI Triumphs in McIntyre Ocean Globe Race
Pen Duick VI Triumphs in McIntyre Ocean Globe Race
Friday, 12 April 2024

The French legend Pen Duick VI FR (14), skippered by Marie Tabarly, has taken provisional line honours in the final leg of the inaugural McIntyre Ocean Globe Race – and in the days ahead could potentially win the OGR Overall.

First boat home in Ocean Globe Race
First boat home in Ocean Globe Race
Friday, 12 April 2024

Pen Duick VI, skippered by Marie Tabarly, has taken provisional line honours in the final leg of the inaugural McIntyre Ocean Globe Race, and in the days ahead could potentially win the OGR overall.

Ukrainian Navy to operate two ships from Portsmouth
Ukrainian Navy to operate two ships from Portsmouth
Friday, 12 April 2024

Two former Royal Navy ships now serving with the Ukrainian Navy will be a frequent sight in the waters off the South Coast as they operate from their new temporary home in Portsmouth naval base.

Zhik gets serious about women’s sizing
Zhik gets serious about women’s sizing
Friday, 12 April 2024

Zhik has released its most comprehensive range of women’s products in the brand’s 20 year history, with 19 female products across the Performance Superwarm, Performance Microfleece, ‘X’ Superwarm and ‘X’ Micro...

Castaways rescued after writing ‘help’ on beach
Castaways rescued after writing ‘help’ on beach
Friday, 12 April 2024

Three mariners stranded on a deserted remote Pacific island for over a week have been rescued, after using palm fronds to write the word ‘help’ on the beach.

Meros Yachtsharing seeks co-owners for Sunseekers
Meros Yachtsharing seeks co-owners for Sunseekers
Friday, 12 April 2024

Meros Yachtsharing has unveiled the itineraries of two of its co-ownership yachts for 2024 and beyond. The Sunseeker 95s High Energy and Blue Infinity One sit at the heart of what the company describes as an ‘exciting and highly innovative ...

SSCo’s Padel Court brings game to superyachts
SSCo’s Padel Court brings game to superyachts
Friday, 12 April 2024

Shipyard Supply Co (SSCo) has introduced the latest in its range of superyacht deck equipment with a free-standing Padel Court.

Inland & Coastal sponsors Autism On The Water for 2024
Inland & Coastal sponsors Autism On The Water for 2024
Friday, 12 April 2024

Inland & Coastal Marina Systems, a pontoon and water access specialist, is sponsoring the Scottish charity Autism On The Water for 2024.

Fischer Panda UK return to the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show
Fischer Panda UK return to the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show
Thursday, 11 April 2024

Highlighting its range of eco-friendly power solutions and products from leading brands, Fischer Panda UK will be returning to the South Coast and Green Tech Boat Show at Ocean Village Marina in Southampton to showcase their integrated marine syst...

EBI Launches Manifesto Ahead of EU Elections: Charting the Future of Boating and Tourism in Europe
EBI Launches Manifesto Ahead of EU Elections: Charting the Future of Boating and Tourism in Europe
Thursday, 11 April 2024

With EU elections coming in June 2024 and set to define the next five years, EBI releases its manifesto aimed at shaping the policy framework for boating and nautical tourism in Europe. It outlines a comprehensive strategy to bolster the boating i...

Reports confirm Sunseeker sale to US firm
Reports confirm Sunseeker sale to US firm
Thursday, 11 April 2024

An entity affiliated with Dalian Wanda Group has reportedly agreed to sell the boatbuilder Sunseeker International to Lionheart Capital.

Megayacht Lady Moura targeted by eco-activists in Ibiza
Megayacht Lady Moura targeted by eco-activists in Ibiza
Thursday, 11 April 2024

Activists from Extinction Rebellion have staged another protest targeting superyachts and wealthy tourists.

Video: Arcona Yachts’ CEO issues statement after sinking
Video: Arcona Yachts’ CEO issues statement after sinking
Thursday, 11 April 2024

Swedish boatbuilder Arcona Yachts has issued a statement after an Arcona 460 sank in the Pacific following a rudder stock failure.

Riva’s first full-electric powerboat: El-Iseo
Riva’s first full-electric powerboat: El-Iseo
Thursday, 11 April 2024

Riva has revealed more details of its 8.4-metre runabout El-Iseo, the brand’s first full-electric powerboat.

Bering Yachts lays keel for first catamaran
Bering Yachts lays keel for first catamaran
Thursday, 11 April 2024

The keel-laying ceremony for Bering Yachts’ B60 CAT catamaran has taken place at the company’s Antalya shipyard in Turkey.

National Coastwatch Institution’s dedicated VHF channel
National Coastwatch Institution’s dedicated VHF channel
Thursday, 11 April 2024

Channel 65 is the National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) dedicated VHF channel. NCI Public Relations Officer, Tom Scrimgeou explains more…

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