Plymouth Boat Fest 2026: South West boat show returns bigger and bolder
Plymouth Boat Fest returns in 2026 with more exhibitors, live demonstrations and marine innovation. Discover what to expect from this…
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Electric propulsion meets wildlife tourism in the Azores
A fully electric tour boat operating in the Azores is showcasing how modern electric outboard technology is reshaping wildlife tourism,…
Apache 555 reborn as racing legend returns
Apache 555, one of British offshore racing’s best-known boats, is back on the circuit with Peter Bonham Christie at the…
Marcopolo MP12 debuts at sea after Düsseldorf success
Following its boot Düsseldorf debut, the transformable Marcopolo MP12 now moves into its operational phase on the water.
Save on fuel this spring with MDL Marinas Otium offer
MDL Marinas is giving Otium members 10p off every litre of fuel throughout April at 12 fuel stations across its…
Forte 47 Gran Turismo launched as Forte Yachts unveils first mini superyacht
The first Forte 47 Gran Turismo has entered the water, marking Forte Yachts’ debut in the luxury yacht segment with…
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Emergency at sea? Why miniflares still matter!
A compact distress flare pack is being positioned as a practical backup for water users and outdoor enthusiasts when phones…
Troon Yacht Haven: where to launch your Scottish west coast boating adventures
Discover why Troon Yacht Haven is one of the best bases for exploring Scotland’s west coast cruising grounds, from the…
Winter boating in the Bristol Channel: a three-day offshore raid
PBR’s ‘winter raid’, an anticlockwise circumnavigation of the Bristol Channel and its outlying waters November 2015 aboard Liquid Inspiration. The…
Redbay Boats introduces the new Stormforce 650 – a RIB that feels bigger than its size
Redbay Boats unveils the new Stormforce 650, a rugged offshore RIB designed for stability, durability and professional-grade performance in challenging…
Falmouth Harbour backs Cornwall’s ‘No Trees No Seas’ campaign
Falmouth Harbour backs the 'No Trees No Seas' campaign, highlighting how coastal woodland restoration in Cornwall can help revive marine…
New RNLI lifeboat funded by couple’s Porsche 911 coast challenge. In other news – a royal visit!
A Porsche 911 road trip around the UK and Ireland helped raise more than £130,000, funding a new RNLI D…
AI cyber threats are rising fast in the shipping industry
Rapid AI adoption in shipping is shrinking the cyber-security response window, with attacks now launched within minutes of vulnerabilities being…
De Antonio Yachts opens new Barcelona headquarters
De Antonio Yachts has opened a new corporate headquarters in Barcelona’s Pedralbes district, signalling continued growth and a renewed focus…
RIB Rendezvous 2026: Is this the largest RIB gathering at sea?
A fleet of 250 RIBs and nearly 1,000 crew will gather off Oban for RIB Rendezvous 2026, prompting a simple…
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