GENERAL NEWS

Raymarine have unveiled their new YachtSense Ecosystem, an on-board and remote monitoring solution that gives boaters effortless control of their Raymarine equipment and vessel systems from their mobile device.  The YachtSense Ecosystem begins with the new Raymarine mobile app, a Read More...

Mercury Marine have announced their new Avator electric outboard concept, with this new electric outboard being on display for the first time during the 2022 Miami International Boat Show, and the company targeting formal release of their electric outboard products Read More...

Stingher RIBs have introduced two new models to the UK market for 2022, the 650GT and 800 Super Sport. Both these craft feature deep-vee hull designs, which, according to UK distributor MRL, ‘give excellent handling and an exceptionally dry ride’. Read More...

Laser Tools’ new ratchet ring spanner accommodates eight different bi-hex sizes in one spanner, from 8mm through to 19mm. It’s a reversible ring spanner that features a smooth 90-tooth ratchet mechanism with a simple thumb lever to change direction as Read More...

Responding to customer feedback, MDL Marinas are launching a new online booking system, offering berth holders and visitors the chance to book and pay for visitor berthing through their website. Tim Mayer, Sales and Marketing Director at MDL Marinas, remarked: ‘This latest development Read More...

This spring, the Wolf Rock Boat Company will be launching into the UK the new range of Swedish-designed IRON boats. IRON Boats were developed by enthusiasts Lars and Henrik Peterson in collaboration with the Mannerfelt Design Team in Sweden, who Read More...

UK RIB manufacturer Humber RIBs have reported another record 12 months of sales. In addition, Humber RIBs MD Andrew Roffee told PBR: ‘Over the last three years or so we have been investing even further in the development and expansion Read More...

VETUS have collaborated with Mercury Marine to enable the integration of their BOW PRO thrusters with Mercury Joystick Piloting for Outboards. The compatible systems join seamlessly to create a solution designed to enhance the joystick piloting experience. The integration provides Read More...

Rayglass Boats have appointed Ancasta Group subsidiary PB Europe as the official dealer for Rayglass Protector vessels in Europe with a view to enabling Rayglass to expand their sales reach in the continent amid fast-growing demand. Rayglass CEO Dave Larsen Read More...

As a forward-thinking brand, Wuzzos are aware that new product development is important and that sometimes that process involves the adaptation of an innovation the company has already created. Last year saw the launch of Wuzzos’ boat shoe personalisation, and they Read More...

With less than two months to go before it opens, the Yachting Festival is looking very promising. From 6 to 11 September, Europe’s largest in-water show will be the first major international event of the season. For 6 days, under Read More...

The Simrad app, which debuted last summer, has been updated and now includes satellite view capability, weather overlay, track sharing, personalised notifications and a new anchor alert feature for premium users. The app is available on both the Apple Store Read More...

Yamaha Motor Europe have confirmed a five-year collaboration with Windy Boats. Under the new agreement, the SR44 will be available with Yamaha Motor’s XTO 425hp V8 outboard engine, while Windy’s SR28 CC will also be available with a selection of Read More...

Swedish-based boat manufacturers Rupert Marine have announced the appointment of MCC Marine Services Limited, who trade under the name MCC Marine, as sole distributor of the Rupert Marine R-series in the UK and Channel Islands (CI). Rupert supply military, police, Read More...

Southampton-based boatbuilder Falcon Tenders have been shortlisted for the Start-up of the Year Award in the third Maritime UK Awards after impressing industry judges with their stylish high-quality limousine that bridges the gap between performance and ocean preservation. Sarah Kenny, Read More...

A staggering 50% of life jackets examined by Fowey RNLI during a recent clinic were found to be faulty or were condemned. The life jacket clinic invited a team from Ocean Safety Ltd in Plymouth to carry out vital safety checks on Read More...

Epoch Boats, a new US boat and eco-tech company, are launching an all-electric skiff boat with a hydrofoil hull design and electric outboard motor, with production availability scheduled for late spring 2022. The new Epoch Skiff model range features a patent-pending hydrofoil system that Read More...

boatpoint, an expanding boat sales business founded by national marina group boatfolk, have announced an exclusive partnership with new Finnish boatbuilder Quarken. The partnership aims to introduce ergonomic and innovative Nordic design and a fully modular boat to the UK Read More...

The organisers of BoatLife Live report that strong sales were made at the inaugural four-day event, which took place at Birmingham NEC, with many companies already rebooking for 2023. BoatLife told PBR that visitors and exhibitors alike have all shared an overwhelming degree of positive feedback on the show’s organisation, its diverse range of boats, the show’s layout and the overall visitor experience. Read More...

The Brunswick Boat Group have reported a ‘very successful Miami show with boat sales revenue up more than 30% over the 2020 pre-pandemic Miami show’ (the 2021 show was cancelled due to Covid-19).   Following a record year in 2021, Brunswick Read More...

The RNLI and Aquapac are urging anyone planning a coastal visit or an activity on the water to carry a means of calling for help and to keep it on them, as dialling 999 or 112 for the coastguard should Read More...

The historic UK coastal town of Falmouth, Cornwall, has announced it will host the start of the prestigious Tall Ships Race, Magellan Elcano from the 15 - 18 AUGUST 2023. It will be the first time in nine years that Read More...

boot Düsseldorf and the European Boating Industry (EBI) sign a new 3-year partnership. EBI will be the official "Content Partner" of boot Düsseldorf for the organisation of the "blue innovation dock" (bid), the "International Breakfast Meeting" (IBM) and the "blue Read More...

Add a touch of luxury to your visit with an exclusive VIP package Visitors to this year’s Southampton International Boat Show can now, for the first time ever, add an additional touch of luxury to their visit with the launch Read More...