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IC-M605EURO Marine Radio
Tuesday, 21 March 2017This advanced Class D DSC Icom radio features an integrated AIS receiver which shows real-time AIS vessel traffic information on the display, and has the capability of connecting up to three command stations providing operation/intercom via either...
Winter works at Neyland Yacht Haven supported by the local community
Tuesday, 21 March 2017This winter, Neyland Yacht Haven undertook essential maintenance work by repiling 60 pontoon piles in their Upper Basin.
A marina survey, undertaken last autumn, identified that the pontoon piles had reached the end of their natural life span an...
RYA welcomes Rooster to Member Reward Partner Programme
Tuesday, 21 March 2017The RYA has welcomed Rooster on board as the latest RYA Member Reward Partner.
Thanks to this new relationship all RYA members will enjoy £20 off when they spend over £100 across the entire range of Rooster clothing products online a...
Helly Hansen Jackets reviewed
Monday, 20 March 2017There is an extensive range of jackets for children from Helly Hansen from a Parka for winter to sailing jackets. Most come in a choice of colours, and so there should be something to suit everyone’s taste. With prices starting from just &po...
Riverfest to celebrate 10th Anniversary in May
Monday, 20 March 2017Newport’s Riverfest is preparing to set sail again, as this popular annual event enters its tenth year.
Set on Newport’s historic Quay, in the Isle of Wight’s picturesque market town, local residents and visitors will enjoy and...
Torqeedo provides new propulsion system for The Queen’s Rowbarge
Monday, 20 March 2017Her Majesty, The Queen, with Her Rowbarge, Gloriana, CREDIT: Eva Zielinska-Millar
Royal Southern’s Open Day
Monday, 20 March 2017The Royal Southern YC, Hamble, is all set to welcome visitors to its
Open Day on 8th April
Southampton Sailing Week announces on-water treasure hunt
Sunday, 19 March 2017Intrepid adventurers will be able to take part in high-speed treasure hunts on the water as part of Southampton Sailing Week (24 to 29 May).
Solent Events is set to run a series of treasure hunts on board RIBs during the inaugural celebration of...
Major investments at Fambridge Yacht Haven
Saturday, 18 March 2017Yacht Havens Group, owner of nine premier yachting facilities in the U.K and the Netherlands, has taken delivery of a new MK III Marina Master 8000 Dredger at its Fambridge Yacht Haven location in Essex.
The group’s continuous commit...
Conquer Cancer Foundation becomes Official Cancer Charity of the 35th America’s Cup
Saturday, 18 March 2017Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series Chicago – Racing Day 2. Image: ACEA 2016 / Photo Ricardo Pinto
BRITISH FEMALE SET TO BECOME YOUNGEST SKIPPER IN CLIPPER RACE HISTORY
Friday, 17 March 2017onEdition 2017
Fairline Yachts announces production expansion
Friday, 17 March 2017Fairline Yachts has announced it is set to expand its manufacturing capabilities by adding a new 17,000 square foot production facility at Oundle Marina – the boatyard’s original location when it was launched 50 years ago.
Fairline&r...
Swanwick Marina Motorboat & RIB Show
Thursday, 16 March 2017With less than two weeks to go, further boats have been added to the line-up up at the Motorboat & RIB Show at Swanwick Marina.
Taking place on 25 March and 26 March, from 10am – 4pm, this free to enter show will feature over 50 differ...
Derry-Londonderry returns as Host Port for Clipper 2017-18 Round the World Yacht Race
Thursday, 16 March 2017The crew of the winning transatlantic Clipper Yacht, Derry-Londonderry-Doire who received a rapturous welcome from the crowd of thousands at Ebrington Square before the Beach Boys took to the stage as part of the LegenDerry...
Award-winning Plymouth marina upgrades WiFi service
Thursday, 16 March 2017Marina Manager Mark Brimacombe trying out the new, faster download speeds.
Former Metropolitan Police Superintendent Selected as Skipper in World’s Largest Ocean Race
Thursday, 16 March 2017Image: onEdition 2017
Double award for charity sailing instructors
Wednesday, 15 March 2017Two sailors from a sailing charity in Cornwall have passed a coveted Royal Yachting Association exam.
Turn to Starboard CEO Shaun Pascoe and sailing instructor Dan Fielding both passed the Yachtmaster Instructor assessment at Falmouth.
Entries now open for 10th anniversary Charles Stanley Direct Cowes Classics Week
Wednesday, 15 March 2017Cowes Classics Week is back once again in July 2017 with a newly branded sponsor title, courtesy of Charles Stanley Direct, a new division of Charles Stanley, which will be sponsoring the event for the first time.
Celebrating its 10th anniversar...
Bucket Caddy
Tuesday, 14 March 2017Most boat owners store their supplies inside the bucket they use for cleaning. The problem is, when it is time to fill it with water, all the bottles and tools have to come out. The Bucket Caddy organises it all and fits inside a 13 or 20 litre bu...
Chatham Boat Shoes reviewed
Tuesday, 14 March 2017Why should it just be the adults that have boat shoes? Chatham have a great range of unisex footwear designed for the younger boaters in the family.
Some have laces while, for ease or those still mastering laces, there are also Velcro shoes. As ...
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