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Sunsail and The Moorings crowned winners of British Marine Sustainability Award 2024
Sunsail and The Moorings crowned winners of British Marine Sustainability Award 2024
Saturday, 14 September 2024

British Marine has announced Sunsail and The Moorings as the winners of the Sustainability Award at the Southampton International Boat Show.

RUTHLESS EXECUTION FROM THE BRITISH AND ITALIANS IN THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP SEMI-FINALS
RUTHLESS EXECUTION FROM THE BRITISH AND ITALIANS IN THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP SEMI-FINALS
Saturday, 14 September 2024

The business end of the Louis Vuitton Cup began today under bright sunshine on the stunning waters off Barcelona, with the first day of the Louis Vuitton Cup Semi-Finals seeing two utterly ruthless performances from the top two Challenger teams to...

INEOS Britannia opens Louis Vuitton Cup Semi-Final with two wins against the Swiss
INEOS Britannia opens Louis Vuitton Cup Semi-Final with two wins against the Swiss
Saturday, 14 September 2024

The Semi-Final of the Louis Vuitton Cup (Challenger Selection Series) began with two back-to-back wins in impressive style for INEOS Britannia.

55th edition of the Southampton International Boat Show gets underway
55th edition of the Southampton International Boat Show gets underway
Friday, 13 September 2024

Captain Glenn Shephard from the hit TV show Below Deck Sailing Yacht took centre stage today as the special guest at the Southampton International Boat Show, the UK’s largest boating festival.

HRH The Princess Royal visits the Southampton International Boat Show
HRH The Princess Royal visits the Southampton International Boat Show
Friday, 13 September 2024

HRH The Princess Royal, accompanied by the Deputy Lieutenant of Hampshire Oliver Crosthwaite-Eyre, visited the 55th Southampton International Boat Show today (Friday 13 September), marking a significant highlight of the event’s opening day.<...

MAKING A SPLASH: SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW OPENS ITS DOORS FOR THE 55TH EDITION
MAKING A SPLASH: SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW OPENS ITS DOORS FOR THE 55TH EDITION
Friday, 13 September 2024

Southampton International Boat Show, Britain’s biggest festival of boating and watersports, kicked off today with a spectacular performance by 16-year-old wingfoiling champion Hugo Dobrejivic. Hugo wowed audiences with flips, tricks and exci...

INEOS Britannia selects Alinghi Red Bull Racing as Louis Vuitton Cup Semi-Final opponent
INEOS Britannia selects Alinghi Red Bull Racing as Louis Vuitton Cup Semi-Final opponent
Friday, 13 September 2024

INEOS Britannia, the British Challenger of Record racing for the Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd in the 37th America’s Cup, has chosen to race Alinghi Red Bull Racing (SUI) in the Louis Vuitton Cup Semi-Final.

More sports join the call for clean water
More sports join the call for clean water
Friday, 13 September 2024

According to the Clean Water Sports Alliance (CWSA), a collection of national governing bodies calling for change: “Almost half of Great Britain’s total medal haul at the Paris 2024 Games (47 per cent) came from water-based sports with...

NEW RIVALRIES SET TO BE IGNITED AT THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
NEW RIVALRIES SET TO BE IGNITED AT THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Friday, 13 September 2024

The UniCredit Youth America’s Cup is a glimpse into the very future of the America’s Cup itself. The crucible of ambition and, indeed, the very cauldron of competition, the waters of Barcelona are going to be jumping to a very differen...

ZHIK’S ‘REZHIKLING’ PARTNERSHIP WITH CIRCULAR FLOW
ZHIK’S ‘REZHIKLING’ PARTNERSHIP WITH CIRCULAR FLOW
Thursday, 12 September 2024

Zhik is proud to partner with Circular Flow, global innovators in the recycling space. Circular Flow have developed a way to recycle old neoprene into new products, which can be recycled time and again, a brilliant alternative to taking over 100 y...

Polymarine acquired by Anglo Adhesives
Polymarine acquired by Anglo Adhesives
Thursday, 12 September 2024

First Peninsula Marine has announced the sale of Polymarine, supplier of adhesives, cleaners, paints, spares and accessories for the manufacture, care and repair of inflatable boats and RIBs, after it was purchased by Anglo Adhesives & Service...

Pantaenius Competition at the Southampton International Boat Show
Pantaenius Competition at the Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 12 September 2024 Boating isn’t just a summer pastime – it’s an adventure for all seasons! Pantaenius is dedicated to supporting your passion year-round. That’s why they’re offering Southampton International Boat Show attendees the chance...
OPTIMA YACHTS LAUNCHES THE E14 AT SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
OPTIMA YACHTS LAUNCHES THE E14 AT SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
Thursday, 12 September 2024

With their debut at the Southampton international Boat Show this year, Optima Yachts has announced the launch of the new e14 model.

Care South donates £1,000 to The Friends of Dolphin
Care South donates £1,000 to The Friends of Dolphin
Thursday, 12 September 2024

Care South, residential and home care provider and registered charity, has donated £1,000 to Poole-based charity, The Friends of Dolphin.

Haven Knox-Johnston Becomes Title Sponsor of Crick Boat Show
Haven Knox-Johnston Becomes Title Sponsor of Crick Boat Show
Thursday, 12 September 2024

Haven Knox-Johnston, the boat insurance specialists, has announced a three-year title sponsorship agreement with the Crick Boat Show. 

Fischer Panda UK to Showcase New Marine Power Concept at Southampton Boat Show
Fischer Panda UK to Showcase New Marine Power Concept at Southampton Boat Show
Wednesday, 11 September 2024

Fischer Panda UK debuts it’s latest offering from its extensive range of systems at this year’s show. In partnership with Clayton Power, Fischer Panda UK’s portfolio has expanded to offer a unique, versatile, all-in-one power sol...

Mercury Marine unveils new 150R/200R V6 outboards during Cannes Yachting Festival
Mercury Marine unveils new 150R/200R V6 outboards during Cannes Yachting Festival
Wednesday, 11 September 2024

Mercury Marine and Mercury Racing launched two new Racing outboards on the opening day of the Cannes Yachting Festival. In addition, this week Mercury also announced new colour options for the 150hp FourStroke and introduced a new mid-range Jet ou...

PRINCESS YACHTS REVEALS NEW BRAND POSITIONING: ‘DISTINCTION IN DETAIL’
PRINCESS YACHTS REVEALS NEW BRAND POSITIONING: ‘DISTINCTION IN DETAIL’
Wednesday, 11 September 2024

Princess Yachts has revealed a new brand positioning, summed up in the new brand line: ‘Distinction in Detail’.

The Cruising Association and Imray present the 2025 edition of the Cruising Almanac
The Cruising Association and Imray present the 2025 edition of the Cruising Almanac
Tuesday, 10 September 2024

2025 Cruising Almanac Cruising Association, in partnership with Imray, is unveiling the 2025 edition of the CA Cruising Almanac.

BRITISH LEAD INTO LOUIS VUITTON CUP SEMI-FINALS AS FRANCE BOW OUT IN STYLE
BRITISH LEAD INTO LOUIS VUITTON CUP SEMI-FINALS AS FRANCE BOW OUT IN STYLE
Monday, 09 September 2024

It was a day of tie-breaks and heartbreaks as the Round Robin stage of the Louis Vuitton Cup drew to a close. For INEOS Britannia, the Challenger of Record, it was unbridled joy as they secured the top spot in the Challenger standings after a dram...

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