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The Big Wetwheels Foundation Boat Jumble
Saturday, 08 March 2025Buy, Sell & Support a Great Cause! Boaters and anglers, get ready for The Big Wetwheels Foundation Boat Jumble on Sunday, 13 April, at Eastleigh Football Club.
MP agrees to fly the flag for Lyme Regis Boat Building Academy
Friday, 07 March 2025MP for West Dorset Edward Morello has pledged to help the Boat Building Academy (BBA) in promoting and preserving the traditional craft.
Award-winning Hanse 360 to debut at South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show
Friday, 07 March 2025The South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025 will host the highly anticipated Show Debut of Inspiration Marine’s Hanse 360 sailing yacht. Recently crowned European Yacht of the Year 2025 in the Family Cruiser category, the Hanse 360 is se...
Step Back in Time at St. Katharine Docks: A Free Outdoor Exhibition Unveiling the Rich History of London’s Maritime Haven
Thursday, 06 March 2025This March, immerse yourself in the captivating heritage of St. Katharine Docks at a new and exciting free outdoor exhibition celebrating 200 years of this iconic location.
British Marine helps secure recognition for leisure marine’s use of biofuels
Thursday, 06 March 2025British Marine has welcomed the publication of Carbon Budget 7 (CB7) by the UK’s Climate Change Committee (CCC), which sets out, for the first time, a clear decarbonisation pathway for the marine, maritime and shipping sectors. Crucially for...
New joint Industry-Standard Sale & Purchase Agreement for professional yacht brokers
Thursday, 06 March 2025The Association of Brokers and Yacht Agents (ABYA) and the British Marine Boat Retailers and Brokers Association (BRBA) have announced the launch of a new joint industry-standard brokers contract – the BRBA / ABYA Sales Purchase Agreement....
Ancasta’s pre-season offers on premium power and sail brands
Thursday, 06 March 2025The sun is out, it’s time to get out on the water. And with Ancasta’s unmissable pre-season offers you could be getting underway without delay.
Ægir Ocean collection
Thursday, 06 March 2025Helly Hansen brings new and more durable fabrics to the Ægir Ocean collection inspired by professional insight.
Tickets Now Available for Plymouth Boat Fest 2025
Wednesday, 05 March 2025The organisers of Plymouth Boat Fest have announced that tickets for the inaugural event are now available.
Get Your Yacht Summer-Ready: The Ultimate Pre-Season Checklist
Wednesday, 05 March 2025The words spring boat maintenance might not spark excitement, but a little prep work now means smooth sailing all summer long. To help you tackle the essentials, we spoke with the experts at Ancasta Yacht Services for their top tips on getting you...
Exploring Southampton Water: A Hidden Gem for Sailors
Wednesday, 05 March 2025When you think of Southampton, what comes to mind? A bustling container port, a world-leading cruise hub… and, for many sailors, a place best avoided due to its heavy shipping traffic. But take a closer look, and you’ll discover that ...
Engines Plus announce partnership with Selva Marine
Wednesday, 05 March 2025Selva Marine has announced the appointment of Engines Plus as its Exclusive UK Distributor and Sales Agency for the Republic of Ireland. This partnership marks a significant expansion for Engines Plus, allowing it to offer Selva Marine’s ren...
How smart technology is revolutionising marine energy efficiency
Wednesday, 05 March 2025The maritime industry stands at the cusp of a transformative era. With global carbon emission targets intensifying, technological innovations like Hefring Marine’s Intelligent Marine Assistance System (IMAS) are proving to be cruci...
AMERICA’S CUP IN BARCELONA GENERATES A POSITIVE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF €1.034 BILLION
Tuesday, 04 March 2025The University of Barcelona and the Barcelona Capital Nàutica Foundation (FBCN) have released the outcome of their exhaustive post event economic impact study which revealed over €1 billion positive economic GDP return that the Louis V...
The Nisbet Trust donates funds to help restore Underfall Yard to former glory
Tuesday, 04 March 2025The Nisbet Trust, an independent trust committed to support charitable causes in Bristol, has pledged £100,000 towards ongoing restoration work at Underfall Yard as it recovers from a devastating fire.
Ancasta kicks off the boating season with Spring Boat Show
Monday, 03 March 2025With the 2025 boating season approaching, Ancasta is hosting an exclusive Spring Boat Show at Port Hamble Marina from 9 – 12 April.
Clipper Race to return to Portsmouth for milestone circumnavigation
Monday, 03 March 2025The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race is returning to Portsmouth to kick off its next lap of the globe. When its fleet departs from Gunwharf Quays this August, the event will be celebrating two milestones – the 25th anniversary of its first...
Additional Operating Base for Oysterboat Terror
Monday, 03 March 2025Victorian Oyster Boat Terror which takes passengers around Chichester Harbour during the summer months, is expanding its programme for 2025 and adding departures from Itchenor as well as Emsworth.
LEADERSHIP CHANGES AT THE UNICORN PRESERVATION SOCIETY
Monday, 03 March 2025The Unicorn Preservation Society (UPS), custodian of HMS Unicorn, Scotland’s oldest ship in Dundee, and one of the oldest of its type in the world, has announced key changes to its leadership team. Dr Andrew Tibbs has been appointe...
Women in Boatbuilding ‘ITALIAN BOATBUILDERS TOUR’
Saturday, 01 March 2025Following the successful ‘British Boatbuilders Tour’ YouTube series in 2023, Women in Boatbuilding and Annie Means have collaborated to create an Italian boatbuilders showcase.
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