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Skills gap is “holding back” Britain’s boatbuilding industry
Research by British Marine has revealed that Britain's marine industry is being held back because of the inability to recruit skilled workers. Industry leaders now want the sector to be…
Sunseeker achieves £25M retail sales at Cannes Boat Show
Sunseeker has announced that it moved back in to profit in the second quarter of 2016 with a forecasted overall return to profit for the full year.
Search continues for missing crew after yacht explosion off Malaysia
The luxury motor yacht, UN1K, capsized off Muka Head near Penang, Malaysia. A fire was reported on board before the vessel exploded. One crew member is still missing.
Bronze medals for Team GB’s Paralympic sailors in Rio
Britain's Paralympic sailors came away with two bronze medals in the Rio 2016 Paralympics. Helena Lucas took bronze in the 2.4mR, while Alexandra Rickham and Niki Birrell came third in…
Heavy swell swamps motor boat: Three anglers rescued
The three anglers were fishing at Ramore Head, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, when their boat was swamped by heavy swell and started sinking.
Sailor and pop legend Simon Le Bon to start London-Monaco race
Ex-Whitbread Round the World sailor and Duran Duran frontman Simon Le Bon will be officially starting the Blue Marine Foundation's London to Monaco Bike Ride on 18 September.
Southampton Boat Show 2016
The Southampton Boat Show 2016 kicks off this Friday! Download the show's site map to find out where your favourite brands will be showcasing their yachts and products!
Paralympic gold medallist, Naomi Riches, prepares for her latest rowing challenge
This weekend, Naomi Riches will attempt to set a new world record as the fastest woman to row the length of the River Thames solo.
Two rescued after yacht drifts onto rock armour at Rosslare
The yacht suffered major damage after it drifted onto the rock armour at Rosslare Harbour in Co. Wexford, Ireland. The RNLI rescued the two people on board.
Maritime and Coastguard Agency to consult on new fee structure
Proposals to increase Maritime and Coastguard Agency fees for ship registrations, ship surveys and merchant navy costs are being put out for consultation.
One dead, four injured in Harmony of the Seas accident
One crew member has died in an accident on the world's biggest cruise liner, Harmony of the Seas. Four other crew were also injured during the safety drill which happened…
J. K. Rowling is selling Johnny Depp’s former yacht for £15m
The Harry Potter author bought the 156-foot yacht in January after she chartered it for a family holiday. The Amphirite was previously owned by Johnny Depp before he sold it…
Make a date for Ladies Day at the Southampton Boat Show 2016
Ladies Day on 22 September 2016 promises champagne, fashion shows, live music and, of course, gorgeous yachts to explore at Southampton Boat Show's marina.
Video: Franklin’s long lost HMS Terror discovered
HMS Terror, the long-lost ship of British polar explorer, Sir John Franklin, has been found at the bottom of an Arctic bay. The discovery was made by the Arctic Research…
MCA and Police Scotland crackdown on fishermen who flout safety
The joint operation between the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) and Police Scotland found a number of fishing boats which didn't meet acceptable safety standards.
Overboard sailor rescued by off-duty kitesurfing RNLI lifeguard
The sailor capsized in strong winds off Christchurch in Dorset when he was spotted by the off-duty RNLI lifeguard, who used his kitesurfing equipment to bring the man to shore.
Two dead after river cruise ship hits a bridge in Germany
Viking Cruises says its staff are "heartbroken" after two crew died when the Viking Freya's wheelhouse hit a bridge in Erlangen in Bavaria, southern Germany.
Video: River Thames passenger boat, Erasmus, hits wall following engine fire
The Port of London Authority has now started an investigation after the luxury charter boat, Erasmus, hit a riverside wall on the River Thames.
Suhaili – Sir Robin’s trusty ketch is relaunched following restoration
After three years' work, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston has now relaunched his 32-foot Suhaili. The legendary sailor spent hours restoring the boat which took him around the world.
Turn your car into a boat! Turkish engineer builds Drive on Water prototype
Turkish engineer Yusuf Kahvecioğlu didn't have the money to buy a motor boat. Instead, he designed his Drive on Water prototype to open up boating to anyone with a car!…