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Harbour Master’s jetty refurbishment gives another 50 years of active duty
Monday, 25 March 2024Walcon Marine has completed a life-extension project on a Harbour Master’s jetty on one of the busiest and most popular recreational harbours in the UK, the River Hamble on Southampton Water. The River Hamble Harbour Authority is responsible...
Suzuki, Rigiflex and Extreme Trailers get community-spirited at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Monday, 25 March 2024Suzuki, Rigiflex and Extreme Trailers once again joined forces to provide a club safety boat package as a prize for the ‘Community Club’ category of the RYA Cub of the Year awards, which were presented at the recent RYA Dinghy & Wa...
New Zealand overtakes Australia as overall season leaders
Sunday, 24 March 2024 New Zealand’s ‘Black Foils’ – driven by Peter Burling – today claimed victory in front of an adoring hometown crowd at the the second-annual ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Christchurch. After the cancellation ...Emirates GBR still aiming for Grand Final after dramatic day at ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix
Sunday, 24 March 2024New Zealand has reigned victorious at their home event after a weekend of delays, drama and dolphins. Emirates GBR finished the event in seventh place, but it would have been fifth had they not been handed penalty points for a collision with Spain...
Race Day One cancelled in Christchurch after mammals spotted on course
Saturday, 23 March 2024Race Day One of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix was cancelled due to mammals on the course in Christchurch. All 10 teams were on the water on Whakaraupō Lyttelton Harbour and ready to race when a mammal was spotted on the racecourse. A de...
Emirates GBR SailGP Team pushing the learning curve despite limited time on the water
Friday, 22 March 2024The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team is pushing the learning curve despite limited time on the water ahead of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix this weekend. SailGP returns to Whakaraupō Lyttelton Harbour in Christchurch for the world&rsq...
A Guide to Responsible Boating
Friday, 22 March 2024On World Water Day, European Boating Industry and The SeaCleaners have announced the publication of The Guide on Responsible Boating. This comprehensive guide is a call to action for boaters worldwide to be involved combatting plastic pollution in...
New Build Boats with Boatshed - Macan Boats
Friday, 22 March 2024Boatshed are currently working alongside 14 boat manufacturers to advertise new build boats including catamarans, electric boats, fishing boats and even innovative stand up boats!
Pressure mounts as all ten teams prepare for SailGP’s historic return to Lyttelton Harbour
Friday, 22 March 2024 Following a spectacular inaugural event in 2023, this year’s ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix | Christchurch is expected to make history as the world’s largest-ever ticketed sailing event – with 22,000 attendees expected to visit Lyt...Rooster Revive Launched
Thursday, 21 March 2024Rooster® is launching Rooster Revive, its new repair service aimed at helping customers extend the lifespan of their wetsuits, clothing, sails, boat bags and more.
Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition officially underway
Thursday, 21 March 2024University Staff and students enjoy visit to Sunseeker International to learn more about the competition and tour the Sunseeker Shipyard and Technology centre
New reasons to visit Buckler’s Hard for spring and Easter
Thursday, 21 March 2024From the season’s first River Cruises to a free art exhibition and fun with the Buzztastic Bee-Balancing Blundershow at Family Conservation Awareness Day, here are new reasons to visit Buckler’s Hard this spring and Easter:
40 Years of IRC Rating Made by sailors for sailors
Thursday, 21 March 2024In 2024 the International Rating Certificate (IRC) celebrates 40 years of yacht rating around the world.
INVESTMENT IN MIDLANDS HEADQUARTERS AND DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
Thursday, 21 March 2024Aftermarket distributor of parts and accessories to the static and touring caravan, motorhome and marine sectors, LKQ Leisure and Marine, has announced the completion of a £400,000 programme of investment in its Central UK distribution centr...
Cruising Association urges vigilance for orca encounters in The Bay of Biscay, Iberian Peninsula and Strait of Gibraltar
Thursday, 21 March 2024As the cruising season arrives along the Atlantic coasts of France, Portugal, Spain and through the Strait of Gibraltar, the Cruising Association (CA) urges vigilance for potential orca encounters.
Helly Hansen to donate 25% of all UK online sales to RNLI during May
Thursday, 21 March 2024Helly Hansen is continuing its support to charity partner, RNLI’s Mayday campaign by donating 25 per cent of all UK online sales during May to the RNLI, as it has done since 2018.
Karpaz Gate Marina Recognised as Marina of the Year
Wednesday, 20 March 2024Karpaz Gate Marina, in North Cyprus, has won the prestigious Marina of the Year – Cyprus award in the 2024 LUXlife Travel and Tourism Awards.
Winners and losers Leg 4 of McIntyre Ocean Globe Race
Wednesday, 20 March 2024Former Whitbread Round the World Race winner L’Esprit d’équipe FR (85) takes first in IRC in Leg 4 of the Ocean Globe Race. The three-time Whitbread entrant, skippered by Lionel Regnier, and supported by LES SABLES D’OLONN...
Rewilding projects show recovery of marine wildlife and habitats is possible
Wednesday, 20 March 2024To celebrate World Rewilding Day (20 March 2024) the Marine Conservation Society shares some of its most successful restorative projects.
New report shows simple measures needed to cut beach plastic pollution
Wednesday, 20 March 2024The Marine Conservation Society has launched its annual State of our Beaches 2023 report, highlighting the need for less single-use plastic items and more refillable options.
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