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Grand Banks 60 Added to Range
Grand Banks 60 Added to Range Grand Banks have announced the latest addition to their range of yachts, the Grand Banks 60. This new craft incorporates the latest marine technologies, from construction to propulsion and manoeuvring systems. To make the Read More...
Honda Launch Redesigned Outboards
Honda Launch Redesigned Outboards Honda Marine have redesigned their flagship outboard motors, the BF175, BF200, BF225 and BF250. The refreshed Honda models mark the newest evolution in the company’s product line, integrating a new design and style, enhanced reliability, streamlined Read More...
Holyhead Marina Disaster
Holyhead Marina Disaster Storm Emma struck Holyhead Marina with hurricane force in the early hours of Friday 2nd March. The combination of Emma’s 70mph winds, record wave heights and a spring tide produced what Geoff Garrod (a director of Holyhead Read More...
New Product: Diesel Dipper
New Product: Diesel Dipper Marine 16, manufacturers of Diesel Bug Treatment, as used by the RNLI and Royal Marines, have launched their new Diesel Dipper system onto the market. The system’s primary objective is to remove water from the floor Read More...
Pegasus RIB Finance Deal
Pegasus RIB Finance Deal Pegasus are currently offering a new and attractive finance deal on RIBs of any age, make or model. No deposits are required, and the company is offering exclusive low APR rates, with payouts available within 24 Read More...
Evinrude offer a 10 year warranty
From 1st March until 30th June, BRP and their Evinrude brand are offering a 10-year factory warranty to any new customer. This limited promotion will cover all E-Tec engines and is valid for all residents of the European Union for Read More...
Atlantis Marine announce entry level model
Atlantis Marine, who have been producing the Atlantis range of 16 to 26 ft offshore boats in Guernsey for over 20 years, have announced the addition of a new entry-level model, the Atlantis 16 cc. The new model follows the Read More...
Agape RIBs enter UK market
Swedish company Agapi, having sold over 100 boats worldwide, have now introduced their Agapi RIB to the UK market. Developed with safety, comfort and practicality in mind, along with seaworthiness and ease of handling, its lightweight construction is also designed to provide Read More...
New Honda Engines
New Honda Engines Honda have re-engineered their popular BF40, BF50, BF80 and BF100 marine outboards, making them more efficient, more durable and easier to maintain. Making their debut at the Southampton Boat Show, these new engines, though similar to their Read More...
Fischer Panda UK Launch Panda PMS 19i
Fischer Panda UK have expanded their range of next-generation variable-speed iSeries ‘Perfect Power’ generators with the introduction of the Panda PMS 19i. The first installation of the versatile new mid-size generator has already been completed and commissioned after it was customised for Read More...
Leisure Sector Operator Acquires Marina
Lakeland Leisure Estates Ltd have announced the acquisition of the freehold interest in Deganwy Marina from the Crown Estate, thereby adding a fourth marina to their growing leisure portfolio. Deganwy Marina forms part of a prestigious development built in 2004 on the Conwy Estuary in Read More...
Couach Sell First 1500 Model
Couach have announced the sale of the first of their 1500 models. The Couach 1500 features a large bow area for relaxation and sunbathing at anchor or for enjoying the ride when underway. The extensive sun pads can be removed Read More...
Concern Over Welsh ‘Drowning Gap’ Reaches London
A Welsh lifeboatman and his son made a barefoot protest at the London Boat Show 2018. Father and son Huw (43) and Steffan (9) Williams walked half-dressed and barefoot to the RNLI stand at the London Boat Show in a symbolic Read More...
Borrow a Boat
As the UK’s first peer-to-peer yacht charter platform, Borrow a Boat, which launched publicly at the London Boat Show in January 2017, have since been growing fast and are currently listing over 13,000 boats in 60 countries. The company is Read More...
Volvo Penta Release New App
Volvo Penta’s new app, Easy Connect, lets boat owners connect to their boat via their smart device. The new app enables direct access to engine, boat and route data on owners’ smartphone or tablet. The free-to-download app is paired with an Read More...
Tackling Plastic Pollution
As the UK considers a tax on single-use plastics to tackle ocean pollution, The Green Blue have suggested various ways in which boaters can help. By pledging to help reduce marine debris and encouraging others to do the same, the Read More...
All Change at Zeelander
Zeelander have announced the impending introduction of new models in 2018 together with new yard facilities in the Netherlands. The company’s new shipyard is based in Groot-Ammers and comprises a 2000m2 footprint on a 20,000m2 waterfront plot. Zeelander’s current range consists of Read More...
HYDRA SmartBottle
The HYDRA SmartBottle has a sanitary retractable spout, making it less messy and cleaner than a straw during sporting and adventure activities. Its numerous additional integrated features include a 5W Bluetooth speaker; FM radio; multifunction multi-colour LED light; free sleeping-aid Read More...
OverBoard Offer Discounts for RYA Members
RYA member reward partners OverBoard are offering RYA members large discounts for 2018 across their range of waterproof products. Members can now enjoy 30% off selected OverBoard products, with an exclusive 40% discount for accredited members. OverBoard produce an extensive Read More...
Garmin and Navico Resolve Patent Dispute
Garmin and Navico have announced that they have ended a three-year-long dispute relating to sonar and auto guidance patents. The agreement includes a broad cross-licensing of patents and other intellectual property, which will allow both companies to bring new innovations Read More...
Business Growing at Dry Stack Marina
A Plymouth boatyard that is home to the UK’s largest ‘indoor marina’ is seeing its on-site businesses expand and flourish, providing local employment opportunities in the marine trade. Yacht Haven Quay in Plymstock is the base for a variety of Read More...
Wellcraft Fisherman on Display
Sea Ventures are preparing for their first full season of distributing the Wellcraft Fisherman range in the UK. A full programme is planned for the spring season to allow them to be seen along the south coast and the boats Read More...
All Change for Thundercat Racing
2018 is set to be an exciting year for Thundercat Racing having relocated to Universal Marina at Southampton and expanded their team there, including the opportunity to win an Aquarius Inflatables race boat worth £3,800 as a reward for loyalty Read More...
St Mawes Water Taxi
This year sees the 10th operating season of the St Mawes Water Taxi. The service was started by Mark Bower, who runs the operation alongside his Sit-on Kayak Hire business, and is based in St Mawes harbour. He runs an Read More...
Selva Confirm New Dealership
Selva Marine have confirmed a new dealership for the Salcombe area with SW Marine Store, which is located next to West End Garage on the main road into the town. SW Marine Store will not only stock essential grab-and-go items but will Read More...
