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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.

Free eco-friendly exercise at MDL Fitness’ open weekend
Free eco-friendly exercise at MDL Fitness’ open weekend
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

MDL Fitness is hosting a free open weekend at its first eco gym on the 2 – 3 October 2021.

Mayflower Marina wins Coastal Marina of the Year
Mayflower Marina wins Coastal Marina of the Year
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Plymouth’s Mayflower Marina has won The Yacht Harbour Association’s 2021 Coastal Marina of the Year Award (over 250 berths).

Gimson and Burnet back up Olympic medal with European Nacra 17 title
Gimson and Burnet back up Olympic medal with European Nacra 17 title
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Britain’s John Gimson and Anna Burnet added the Nacra 17 European Championship title to their Tokyo 2020 silver in a commanding performance in Thessaloniki, Greece.

The Vendée Arctic – Les Sables d’Olonne 2022
The Vendée Arctic – Les Sables d’Olonne 2022
Tuesday, 21 September 2021

The “Arctic Vendée Les Sables-d’Olonne” will leave from Port Olona on June 12, 2022.

  British Marine Celebrates Apprenticeships with Graduation Ceremony at Southampton International Boat Show
  British Marine Celebrates Apprenticeships with Graduation Ceremony at Southampton International Boat Show
Sunday, 19 September 2021

British Marine were delighted to welcome back the annual Apprenticeship Graduation Awards ceremony that took place on Tuesday 14 September at the Southampton International Boat Show.

Fantastic winter bonuses for Otium members 
Fantastic winter bonuses for Otium members 
Saturday, 18 September 2021

As the boating season comes to a close, MDL Marinas is boosting Otium reward points on winter berthing and boatyard services through its Otium loyalty programme. 

Maritime Minister Shows his Support for Leisure Marine Sector at Southampton International Boat Show
Maritime Minister Shows his Support for Leisure Marine Sector at Southampton International Boat Show
Friday, 17 September 2021

On 15 September, Maritime Minister Robert Courts MP visited the Southampton International Boat Show to meet with representatives of the industry and discover what makes the leisure marine sector so special.

America’s Cup venue decision delayed
America’s Cup venue decision delayed
Friday, 17 September 2021

Following a very close 37th America’s Cup Host Venue selection process consisting of three compelling and professional international proposals, the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron together with Emirates Team New Zealand, announced that they...

Ramsgate ready to celebrate 200 years of unique Royal Harbour status
Ramsgate ready to celebrate 200 years of unique Royal Harbour status
Friday, 17 September 2021

Two centuries ago, a newly crowned King George IV enjoyed Ramsgate’s hospitality so much that he bestowed royal status on its harbour.

First Ever Community Day this Sunday at the Southampton Boat Show
First Ever Community Day this Sunday at the Southampton Boat Show
Friday, 17 September 2021

Southampton International Boat Show is in full swing with an incredible week of sunshine and festivities with visitors taking to the water and enjoying the array of attractions new for 2021.

5 Gold Anchors awarded to Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour
5 Gold Anchors awarded to Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour
Thursday, 16 September 2021

Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour has been awarded a top rating of 5 Gold Anchors by The Yacht Harbour Association, in recognition of its first-class facilities and outstanding customer service.

In Our Element’s Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge
In Our Element’s Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge
Thursday, 16 September 2021

Launching their 2022 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge bid at the Southampton International Boat Show, rowing team ‘In Our Element’ are joining forces with The University of Portsmouth’s Centre for Enzyme Innovation.

RYA Regional Junior Championships back with a bang
RYA Regional Junior Championships back with a bang
Wednesday, 15 September 2021

Youngsters across the country are gearing up to hit the water as the RYA’s Regional Junior Championships returns for 2021.

Military veterans set sail on charity expedition
Military veterans set sail on charity expedition
Wednesday, 15 September 2021

A team of military veterans have set sail on an ambitious sailing trip from Land’s End to John O’ Groats.

PREMIER MARINAS WINS EXHIBITOR SUSTAINABILITY AWARD
PREMIER MARINAS WINS EXHIBITOR SUSTAINABILITY AWARD
Wednesday, 15 September 2021

Premier Marinas was named joint winners of the Exhibitor Sustainability Award 2021 at the Southampton International Boat Show.

‘MISSED OPPORTUNITY’ SAYS RYA
‘MISSED OPPORTUNITY’ SAYS RYA
Wednesday, 15 September 2021

The Royal Yachting Association has responded to an Environmental Agency consultation that is seeking views on boat registration charges along its extensive inland waterways. The consultation ‘Boat registration charges proposals from 01 Janua...

SINGLE-USE PLASTIC GIVEN THE ELBOW AT SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
SINGLE-USE PLASTIC GIVEN THE ELBOW AT SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
Tuesday, 14 September 2021

The Green Blue and the Final Straw Foundation launch ground-breaking Single-Use Plastic Free Accreditation.

Britain’s Favourite Boating and Watersports Show Returns with a Splash
Britain’s Favourite Boating and Watersports Show Returns with a Splash
Tuesday, 14 September 2021

The much-anticipated return of Britain’s biggest boating and watersports show has already made a big splash during a very successful first weekend. Opened by members of the British Olympic Sailing Team and Ian Cooke, President of British Mar...

Winners of prestigious yachting awards crowned
Winners of prestigious yachting awards crowned
Tuesday, 14 September 2021

A star-studded evening at the Grand Café Southampton saw the crowning of the prestigious YJA Stoneways Marine Yachtsman of the Year, Young Sailor of the Year and the new Young Journalist of the Year 2021.

UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED
UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED
Tuesday, 14 September 2021

National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, has announced the winner of its ninth annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the UK’s historic relationship with the sea.

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