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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.

Safety Day at Universal Marina Next Month
Safety Day at Universal Marina Next Month
Thursday, 24 March 2022

Premier Marinas in collaboration with safety disposal experts, Pains Wessex and onsite businesses at Universal Marina will be holding a Safety Day on Saturday 23 April from 11am – 3pm.

March 2022 BoatBid  - Catalogue Highlights
March 2022 BoatBid - Catalogue Highlights
Wednesday, 23 March 2022

Our March 2022 BoatBid auction opened for bidding on Monday 23rd March. The auction will end at 1900hrs(BST) on Sunday 27th March, so head over to BoatBid.com to peruse this month's catalogue.

Get your teams entered for the 2022 British Keelboat League
Get your teams entered for the 2022 British Keelboat League
Wednesday, 23 March 2022

The British Keelboat League (BKL) is urging teams to get their entries in for 2022 following the launch of a new format designed to make the series bigger and better than ever.

First ever all-female RNLI crew callout on the Thames
First ever all-female RNLI crew callout on the Thames
Wednesday, 23 March 2022

The volunteer crew from Teddington Lifeboat Station were tasked on 17 March to an unattended rowing boat with the engine still running, near the Teddington footbridge.

Friends of Boatshed - Boat & Yacht Registration
Friends of Boatshed - Boat & Yacht Registration
Wednesday, 23 March 2022

At Boatshed we want to make the process of buying and selling a boat as easy as possible. There are many marine services that could be useful to you - you might want to fix a few things on your boat before selling it to ensure it looks its bes...

Disruptive Tech Initiative Poised to Tackle Spike in Lost Shipping Cargo
Disruptive Tech Initiative Poised to Tackle Spike in Lost Shipping Cargo
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Last month the Felicity Ace caught fire in the mid-Atlantic and had to be abandoned.

Showcasing luxury motor cruisers
Showcasing luxury motor cruisers
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Discerning boat buyers seeking to purchase a luxury motor yacht, perfect for blue water cruising adventures need look no further than London Luxury Afloat.

Mermaids Coffee Shop returns to Universal Marina
Mermaids Coffee Shop returns to Universal Marina
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Premier Marinas is excited to welcome Mermaids Coffee Shop back to Universal Marina.

FLARES DISPOSAL DAY AT SOVEREIGN HARBOUR THIS WEEKEND
FLARES DISPOSAL DAY AT SOVEREIGN HARBOUR THIS WEEKEND
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Premier Marinas, in collaboration with Sovereign Harbour Berth Holders’ Association, will be holding a Safety Day this Saturday 26 March from 10am – 2pm. 

New South Devon College Marine Academy to open its doors
New South Devon College Marine Academy to open its doors
Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Next month, on an historic former boat building yard, in a £75 million development on the banks of the River Dart, the new South Devon College Marine Academy opens its doors.

New era for GT Yachts with expansion at MDL’s Mercury Yacht Harbour
New era for GT Yachts with expansion at MDL’s Mercury Yacht Harbour
Monday, 21 March 2022

MDL Marinas is delighted that yacht designer and builder GT Yachts has chosen to expand its business and presence at MDL’s Mercury Yacht Harbour and Holiday Park.

Crew of global sailing race send message of support to Ukraine
Crew of global sailing race send message of support to Ukraine
Monday, 21 March 2022

The Clipper 2019-20 Race restarted from the Philippines with the 11 yachts, crewed by non-professional sailors, leaving for the crossing to Seattle. The Clipper Race edition has been on hold for two years due to the pandemic. 

Endurance Discovery Live Global Broadcast Enabled by Inmarsat Fleet Xpress
Endurance Discovery Live Global Broadcast Enabled by Inmarsat Fleet Xpress
Monday, 21 March 2022

Fleet Xpress from Inmarsat provided a high-speed connectivity solution to enable History Hit to broadcast the discovery of Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton’s lost ship, Endurance, from the Southern Ocean.

The Clipper 2019-20 Race – Race 10: Sailing City · Qingdao Cup
The Clipper 2019-20 Race – Race 10: Sailing City · Qingdao Cup
Sunday, 20 March 2022

The Clipper 2019-20 Race restarted from the Philippines today with the 11 yachts, crewed by non-professional sailors, departing for the North Pacific crossing to Seattle.

Local Children Funded to Develop Sailing Skills and Confidence at Royal Lymington
Local Children Funded to Develop Sailing Skills and Confidence at Royal Lymington
Saturday, 19 March 2022

The Royal Lymington Yacht Club’s new Junior Sailing Development Fund has received sponsorship money to invest in helping local children to develop their sailing skills beyond the Club’s popular Wednesday Ju...

Oyster Yachts star at London Luxury Afloat
Oyster Yachts star at London Luxury Afloat
Friday, 18 March 2022

Oyster Yachts will be one of the star attractions at London Luxury Afloat, taking place at St. Katharine Docks from 21-24 April.  

Beat the ballot blues 
Beat the ballot blues 
Thursday, 17 March 2022

Missed out on a 2022 TCS London Marathon ballot place?  

Venues added to SailGP Season 3 calendar
Venues added to SailGP Season 3 calendar
Thursday, 17 March 2022 SailGP’s Season 3 calendar has expanded into 2023 with the announcement of two further events including fan favourite destination San Francisco and a debut trip to Christchurch.  The 10 teams competing in Season 3 – new franchises C...
London Luxury Afloat
London Luxury Afloat
Thursday, 17 March 2022

British Marine, the team behind the hugely popular Southampton International Boat Show, is delighted to unveil London Luxury Afloat a brand-new showcase event aimed at the discerning boat buyer featuring more than 30 well-appointed sailing, motor ...

Red noses on hovercraft for Comic Relief
Red noses on hovercraft for Comic Relief
Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Hovertravel, the world’s only year-round scheduled passenger hovercraft service, is wearing a red nose on each of its two hovercraft to raise awareness and encourage donations for Comic Relief 2022.

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