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Leader 33 Honoured in Berlin
Leader 33 Honoured in Berlin The Jeanneau Leader 33 recently received the ‘Best of Boats 2017’ award in the ‘Best for Family’ category at Boat and Fun Berlin. The prize was awarded by a jury composed of 17 European journalists Read More...
JL Audio News
JL Audio have upgraded their full-featured, weatherproof marine source unit, the MediaMaster 100s, following its launch last year to enable OEMs and end-users to enjoy a higher standard of integration with their helm electronics suite. The new upgraded source unit, Read More...
Island Announce French Partnership
Island RIBs have announced the signing of a distribution agreement with St Malo-based Nautilots (SARL). The first RIB sold under the agreement was handed over to Nautilots representatives at the Yachtmarket.com Southampton Boat Show 2017. This is a significant achievement Read More...
iDock is Coming
Evinrude’s iDock is a new patented system, totally integrated into the engine, aimed at providing intuitive control of any twin-engine boat at an affordable price. iDock is part of the Evinrude Intelligent Piloting System, a collection of technologies – along with iTrim, Read More...
Aga and Tom Claim RIB Crowns
The National Finals of the 2017 Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship took place at the TheYachtmarket.com Southampton Boat Show in September. In the 8–12 years category it was 12-year-old Aga Czartolomna, representing South Staffordshire Sailing Club, who claimed victory in Read More...
Falmouth Marathon Set For June
The International Powerboat Race Club (IPRC) have confirmed that the second Falmouth Marathon and Powerboat race is now set for June 29th and 30th 2018. All classes of racers will be invited to Cornwall for the second IPRC Marathon weekend. Read More...
Crewsaver Publish Newspaper
Crewsaver have announced the publication of the first issue of their #LifejacketSafe newspaper. Packed full of safety tips, guest articles and games, the newspaper aims to highlight the importance of the trusted (and sometimes neglected) life jacket. Readers of the Read More...
MDL Marinas Winter Offers
Boat owners across the UK will be able to ensure their boats are kept safe and well maintained throughout the winter months and enjoy savings on berthing packages and essential maintenance from MDL Marinas. MDL have special winter offers Read More...
Britain’s Boatbuilders Buoyant
A new industry report released by British Marine indicates that across the whole of the UK boat manufacturing sector, revenue increased by 1.6% in 2016, generating £859 million in turnover, while unit production climbed by 1.5% to 9,907 units. Growth Read More...
Red Diesel Controls in Belgium Remain Suspended
Red Diesel Controls in Belgium Remain Suspended The RYA has secured confirmation from the Belgian Ministry of Finance that controls in Belgium for red diesel remain suspended until further notice. It remains to be seen what action, if any, the Read More...
Torqeedo Acquired by DEUTZ
Torqeedo Acquired by DEUTZ Engine manufacturers DEUTZ have announced their acquisition of Torqeedo. As an independent subsidiary of DEUTZ AG, Torqeedo will continue the development of their high-tech marine products under their established Torqeedo brand and with their current leadership. Read More...
Boaters Urged to Report Poorly Marked Fishing Gear
Boaters Urged to Report Poorly Marked Fishing Gear The RYA has revealed a significant lack of data relating to poorly marked fishing gear and is reminding boaters to report all observations and entanglements. Since the launch of the RYA’s Read More...
Cox Introduce New Diesel Outboard
Cox Introduce New Diesel Outboard Teaming up with their new Italian and Monaco distributor, Cartello Srl, Cox Powertrain recently showcased their new 300hp diesel outboard engine, the CXO300, at the Monaco Yacht Show ahead of its launch next year. Read More...
The eJET Concept
The eJET Concept Together with Germany-based company Torqeedo, Avon have developed the eJET concept, a 100% electric tender that solves the most pressing problems faced by yacht owners: carrying fuel for tenders, changing oil, dealing with reliability issues and costly Read More...
Cowes Classic – Powerboat Race 2017
The conditions in 2016 had been so difficult that only two of the fleet had managed to finish the race … Acclaimed by many as the most prestigious offshore powerboat race in the world … it was set to test Read More...
Retro Repower – Dragon 39
The boat was in good order, so nothing major needed doing. The electrics were a point of focus, with all the switching and instruments replaced. Greg Copp recounts the tale of how a successful refit increased the firepower of a Read More...
Icom Introduce CB2000 AIS Transponder
Icom Introduce CB2000 AIS Transponder Icon have announced the launch of their new CB2000 AIS transponder unit, which transforms the Icom IC-M506EURO and IC-M605EURO to VHF/DSC radios complete with Class B AIS transponders. This transponder radio solution is designed for Read More...
Solent Seals On The Up
Solent Seals On The Up The secrets of the Solent seal population have been revealed by a new aerial survey by the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, with the support of staff and berth holders at Dean & Read More...
Crewsaver Announce Fresh Look for 2018 Range
Crewsaver Announce Fresh Look for 2018 Range Crewsaver launched their 2018 water sports range at METS in November. The range, which has a fresh new look and features advanced fabrics, is packed full of adventure-aiding items, including performance clothing, accessories and Read More...
Cheetah UK Land in Portugal
Cheetah UK Land in Portugal The first Cheetah catamaran produced at Cheetah’s new European workshop in Portugal has been delivered and is earning its keep in the lucrative though dangerous art of seaweed diving. The 8.5m ‘Salvador’ is working Read More...
Beneteau Make Presence Felt in Paris
Beneteau Make Presence Felt in Paris Beneteau have a series of new outboard motor boats in the pipelines. Before the launch of the Barracuda 9 next spring, they exhibited two new Antares models at the Nautic Boat Show in Paris, Read More...
New Alen 45
New Alen 45 Alen Yacht have announced the launch of their brand-new Alen 45 dayboat. The yacht’s ‘all-around’ deck makes full use of the exterior space and allows 12 guests on board in comfort and safety, while the technically engineered Read More...
Electronic Evolution
The recent sonar revolution has made sonar a considerably more effective tool for both fishermen and skippers Simrad have also taken system control to a new level by building a display that can actually operate in touch screen mode when Read More...
Jeanneau MF895 Offshore
The MF895 Offshore is a tougher version of its standard MF895 sister Its power delivery is noticeably improved over the single F300-powered MF895 Practicality is a key theme throughout the design of the boat, which is evident from the moment Read More...
