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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.

Mercury Marine launches Avator™ 20e and 35e electric outboards
Mercury Marine launches Avator™ 20e and 35e electric outboards
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

Mercury Marine has introduced the Avator 20e and 35e electric propulsion systems.

SailGP splashes down in London’s West End
SailGP splashes down in London’s West End
Wednesday, 30 August 2023 SailGP, the world’s most exciting racing on water, officially launched its Season 4 ‘We Are Racing’ Global Brand Campaign with a week-long digital 3D OOH immersive full screen takeover at the world-renowned Piccadilly Lights, the la...
September 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
September 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

Are you thinking about selling your boat?

North Sails names 727 Sailbags as European upcycling partner
North Sails names 727 Sailbags as European upcycling partner
Tuesday, 29 August 2023

North Sails has appointed of 727 Sailbags as its European sail upcycling partner.

Daniamant launches innovative L90 lifebuoy light with new LED technology
Daniamant launches innovative L90 lifebuoy light with new LED technology
Tuesday, 29 August 2023

Marine safety equipment manufacturer, Daniamant, announces the relaunch of its popular lifebuoy light, now featuring innovative LED technology – the L90 LED Lifebuoy Light.

Lord Mayor of Southampton opens Race Village for the Ocean Globe Race
Lord Mayor of Southampton opens Race Village for the Ocean Globe Race
Tuesday, 29 August 2023

Today, after months of anticipation and amid great fanfare, the Lord Mayor of Southampton officially opened the Race Village for the Ocean Globe Race at MDL’s Ocean Village Marina in the heart of the city.

Below Deck Mediterranean’s ‘Captain Sandy’ to appear at the Southampton International Boat Show
Below Deck Mediterranean’s ‘Captain Sandy’ to appear at the Southampton International Boat Show
Tuesday, 29 August 2023

The Southampton International Boat Show is delighted to welcome Captain Sandy, star of the hit series ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’ – available to stream on Hayu – to the Show on Thursday 21 September and Sunday 24 Septem...

Chichester Harbour Race Week report
Chichester Harbour Race Week report
Monday, 28 August 2023

Liz Sagues reports on Chichester Harbour Race Week.

Final Countdown! McIntyre Ocean Globe Yachts arriving
Final Countdown! McIntyre Ocean Globe Yachts arriving
Friday, 25 August 2023

Great adventures start with a dream. But the crews of the 14 yachts arriving in Southampton for the start of the McIntyre Ocean Globe around the world know dreaming is not enough. Determination, grit, passion, patience, a sense of humour, a fat wa...

Curtis Marine Insurance Sold
Curtis Marine Insurance Sold
Friday, 25 August 2023

Plymouth-based marine insurance broker Curtis Marine has been acquired by the Howden Group to become part of their rapidly expanding marine practice trading under the Haven Knox-Johnston name.  

Yamaha increases on water footprint by over 40 per cent at SIBS
Yamaha increases on water footprint by over 40 per cent at SIBS
Friday, 25 August 2023

Showcasing 10 vessels from its own brands and boat partner ranges, Yamaha Marine UK is increasing its presence on the water by over 40 per cent at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show.

First Class Sailing Seeks Crew Members for Inshore Round the Cans, Hamble Winter Series
First Class Sailing Seeks Crew Members for Inshore Round the Cans, Hamble Winter Series
Thursday, 24 August 2023

First Class Sailing is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic crew members to participate in the competitive inshore round the cans Hamble Winter Series, set to take place during October, November and early December.

Cutting-edge energy saving galley solutions at Southampton Boat Show
Cutting-edge energy saving galley solutions at Southampton Boat Show
Thursday, 24 August 2023

Specialist galley manufacturer GN Espace is to celebrate 15 years in business at the 2023 Southampton Boat Show with a bigger and better stand, revealing yet more galley and cooking products that are leading the way in innovative on-board energy s...

Penguin Refrigeration unveils new launches at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show
Penguin Refrigeration unveils new launches at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 24 August 2023

Penguin Refrigeration unveils a suite of new products by Vitrifrigo and Frigoboat to the UK market, at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show, from stand E022.

More opportunities than ever before to get out on the water at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show
More opportunities than ever before to get out on the water at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 24 August 2023

From stand up paddleboarding to dinghy sailing, the thrill of powerboating to stepping back in time on a classic tall ship. Exhilarating RIB rides to a scenic cruise around the Solent – this year’s Boat Show has more ways than ever to ...

Hydrogen race boat of the future enters final build phase
Hydrogen race boat of the future enters final build phase
Thursday, 24 August 2023

Construction of the OceansLab IMOCA hull is complete and the boat is now entering the final systems installation phase.

Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is shortlisted for two awards at boat show
Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is shortlisted for two awards at boat show
Thursday, 24 August 2023

Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour is in the running for two prestigious awards which will be announced at Southampton Boat Show in September.

MB Boats celebrates 60 years
MB Boats celebrates 60 years
Thursday, 24 August 2023

This year MB Boats is celebrating 60 years in the boating business.

Oyster World Rally – an adventurer’s adventure
Oyster World Rally – an adventurer’s adventure
Thursday, 24 August 2023

The Oyster World Rally is regarded as the world’s most iconic round the world rally.  A 27,000-mile, 16-month adventure, stopping at some of the world’s most remote locations, sharing the journey with an international fleet o...

SailGP Inspire continuing to provide life-changing opportunities on fourth anniversary
SailGP Inspire continuing to provide life-changing opportunities on fourth anniversary
Thursday, 24 August 2023 On its fourth anniversary, SailGP’s community, education and outreach initiative, Inspire, has celebrated a huge milestone in its ambition to diversify the sport of sailing and inspire the next generation. The Inspire Program, with its three p...

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