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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.
Kiwis establish a solid lead over ORACLE TEAM USA
Monday, 19 June 2017Mercury Powers World Record Attempt
Monday, 19 June 2017Mercury Verado outboards will be powering SUNUS Ocean Racing’s Spectre race boat in the team’s attempt to break the world record for the fastest circumnavigation of the British Isles this summer.
Special guest, Ben Fogle, TV personal...
Kiama X Jacket
Sunday, 18 June 2017Kiama X is Zhik’s new range for coastal sailing and boating and is tailored specifically for women and men to enable free movement with a sleek fit. The high cut, fleece lined collar neatly houses the hi-vis offshore hood for all weather pro...
Hunton Yachts Ltd and Rib-X Ltd announce joint venture
Sunday, 18 June 2017Hunton Yachts Ltd and Rib-X Ltd have announced a joint venture to produce the Hunton range of RIBs.
The joint venture constitutes a profit share agreement, combining the manufacturing skills of Rib-X with the design and technology of Hunton. Und...
Cundall wins CRASH Sailing Cup
Saturday, 17 June 2017An intrepid crew of competitive Cundall sailors braved choppy waters in the Solent and became the CRASH Sailing Cup champions for 2017.
Cundall beat mixed crews from construction industry titans including Taylor Wimpey, ACO, Bauder, 8Build and d...
New Yamaha F80
Friday, 16 June 2017Yamaha have made their latest-generation F80 even faster and more powerful.
Their engineers have not only re-designed certain components to make this latest F80 even more compact, but at the same time, a significant weight saving has been achiev...
Andrew Simpson Foundation at Lendy Cowes Week
Friday, 16 June 2017From its high profile Golden Ticket Draw to hosting a Careers Café for young people at Shepards Wharf, the Andrew Simpson Foundation, this year’s official charity at Lendy Cowes Week, promises to leave no stone unturned and leave no-o...
J Class Lionheart Wins the America’s Cup Superyacht Regatta 2017
Friday, 16 June 2017Crime pays at Lerwick
Friday, 16 June 2017Yacht crews in the northern North Sea are following a ‘crime wave’ to Lerwick Harbour and the many attractions of Shetland.
The popularity of the BBC TV series Shetland in Scandinavia and The Netherlands has helped generate interest ...
Sunseeker International confirmed at 2018 London Boat Show
Friday, 16 June 2017Sunseeker International will be exhibiting at the forthcoming re-defined London Boat Show in January.
The company has been a notable part of the London Boat Show for 60 years, showcasing their brand to thousands of visitors at the event.
Henri Lloyd Gloves
Thursday, 15 June 2017The Henri Lloyd Pro-Grip Glove (pictured), available in both long and short fingered, is constructed from tough yet flexible fabrics and components including Kevlar® thread. The grip is provided via MAXGRIP technology which is a stic...
Garmin® prevails in Navico patent dispute
Thursday, 15 June 2017Garmin International Inc has announced that the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reversed a December 2015 finding by the International Trade Commission that Garmin had infringed Navico patents related to downscan sonar. Specifically, the F...
Team GB’s Luke Patience announced as Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust Ambassador
Thursday, 15 June 2017Dee Caffari will lead ‘Turn the Tide on Plastic’
Thursday, 15 June 2017RYA’s Summer of Sailing
Thursday, 15 June 2017With longer days and warmer weather, there’s never been a better time to be inspired to get out on the water. Following the success of RYA Push the Boat Out, the RYA once again are offering a whole summer of sailing with opportunities for...
MDL Marinas to row 910 miles for local charity
Thursday, 15 June 2017MDL Marinas has launched a charitable initiative which will see its team and members raise money for Ocean Youth Trust South by rowing a combined total of 910 miles to help raise funds.
The initiative has been created after being inspired by the...
Volvo Ocean Race switches to a 2-year cycle and a 2019 start for 14th edition
Wednesday, 14 June 2017Only Girls Afloat initiative in Wales
Wednesday, 14 June 2017Alex Thomson Racing sets the benchmark
Wednesday, 14 June 2017Suzuki introduces DF350A 350 HP V6 4-Stroke outboard
Wednesday, 14 June 2017Suzuki Marine has introduced its newest model, the DF350A.
At 350 horsepower, this V6 4-stroke is the largest, most powerful outboard Suzuki has built to date. In development for more than three years, it represents a significant ...
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