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    Renders of REV - Research Exploration vessel

    Billionaire Kjell Inge Røkke pledges $500M to build new hi-tech ship to tackle ocean sustainability

    • 07.11.2018

    It was announced at the Our Ocean Conference in Bali that the Research Expedition Vessel (REV) will be used for education, capacity building, ocean literacy and policy-making programs

    Amer Yachts Amer 94 detail

    Amer Yachts launches environmentally friendly yacht Amer 94

    • 03.09.2018

    The fourth yacht in the Amer 94 series, Amer Yachts' latest launch is powered by twin Volvo Penta D13-IPS1350 and utilises environmentally-friendly components and materials

    Energy Observer on water

    Toyota Motor Europe sponsors Energy Observer, the hydrogen-powered ship on a world search for renewable energy solutions

    • 03.07.2018

    Ship Energy Observer is setting off on a six year journey around the world in search of cleaner energy solutions for the planet

    crew of the exxpedition yacht

    Princess Yachts announce their support of eXXpedition to Further Protect the Oceans

    • 16.03.2018

    Princess Yachts have lent their support to all-female environmental voyage eXXpedition, which aims to shed light on the impact of plastic on the environment and human health

    Holyhead Marina hit by the bad weather

    Holyhead Marina: Clean up operation is making progress with the help of volunteers

    • 15.03.2018

    The clean up operation of Holyhead Marina and nearby beaches is making progress with more than 15 tonnes of polystyrene and 2,300 litres of oil recovered

    Paul Allen's yacht's MV Tatoosh

    Microsoft’s Paul Allen’s coral reef damage settlement to the Cayman Islands funds mega-yacht moorings

    • 23.02.2018

    Billionaire Paul Allen's payment to the Cayman Islands after a coral reef was damaged by his mega-yacht has been invested in new moorings to avoid further damage to the protected reef

    acushnet cutter in the sea

    Former WWII US Navy and US Coast Guard cutter Acushnet acquired by Ocean Guardian

    • 24.01.2018

    Acushnet, who received three battle stars for her services in World War II, has been bought by organisation Ocean Guardian to protect the environment and enforce the law

    Plastic pollution off the Scottish coast

    Tackling ocean pollution: Bottle deposit return system for Scotland

    • 28.09.2017

    A deposit return system for drinks containers is to be introduced in Scotland with the aim of reducing pollution in the sea and on land

    A red container ship at a port in London

    UK government commits £6M to fund green technologies for maritime sector

    • 12.09.2017

    The British government has announced it will invest £6 million to help fund innovative technologies and fuels to reduce maritime emissions

    Dressed in an orange immersion suit, Pen Hadow prepares to trek from Canada to the North Pole

    Explorer Pen Hadow announces expedition to the North Pole in a yacht

    • 24.07.2017

    Arctic explorer Pen Hadow has announced his next challenge - to lead an expedition to the North Pole by yacht

    Boaty McBoatface yellow submarine

    Boaty McBoatface returns home after successful Antarctic mission

    • 28.06.2017

    The bright yellow Boaty McBoatface submersible has arrived back in Southampton after taking part in its first Antarctic mission

    Cruise ship Caledonia Sky which caused damage to a coral reef in Indonesia

    British cruise ship operator fined £350M for destroying a protected coral reef in Indonesia

    • 30.05.2017

    The Indonesian Government has fined the London-based operator Noble Caledonia more than £350 million to cover the damage MS Caledonian Sky caused to the coral reef in Raja Ampat

    Seabin collecting rubbish in a marina

    Porto Montenegro in pilot partnership with Seabin Project

    • 29.03.2017

    The Seabin collects all floating rubbish, oils, fuel and detergents. The V5 model is being tested at Porto Montenegro ahead of the start of commercial sales later this year

    adidas UltraBOOST Uncaged Parley

    New adidas trainer made of ocean plastic goes on sale

    • 21.11.2016

    The adidas UltraBOOST Uncaged Parley is now on sale, with an limited run of 7,000 pairs. It is made of up-cycled ocean plastic and other recycled material.

    Edorado 7S full-electric speedboat

    Pictures: Edorado 7S full-electric speedboat

    • 12.10.2016

    The new Edorado 7S promises a top speed of 40 knots and zero emissions! Could this be the future of powerboating?

    Edible six-pack rings from Saltwater Brewery

    Brewery targets marine pollution by inventing edible six-pack rings

    • 03.08.2016

    The edible six-pack rings are made from brewing by-products and are now being trialled. It's hoped they will eventually replace the plastic six-pack rings.

    Ocean Cleanup Project Launches Historic First Prototype at Sea to rid plastic from the oceans

    A step closer towards ridding oceans of plastic

    • 24.06.2016

    Ambitious plans to rid the world's oceans of plastic have now moved forward as the Ocean Cleanup unveil its first prototype to be tested at sea.

    Sperry and Barneys sailcloth CVO sneakers

    Exclusive recycled sailcloth footwear launched

    • 23.06.2016

    The new sailcloth CVO sneakers are made from sails which have been used by competitive sailors, including members of the US Sailing Team.

    PraoCargo ship by Fair Winds Trading Company Alain Guillard cargo ship

    Concept for zero emissions cargo ship unveiled

    • 25.05.2016

    The Fair Winds Trading Company is in the research and design stage of the project. A model of the cargo ship is currently undergoing sea trials. Watch the video here.

    Your Yacht Your Home by Max Zhivov

    Pictures: Is it a home, a yacht or both?

    • 03.05.2016

    The Russian designer behind the Your Yacht Your Home concept, Max Zhivov has been speaking to YBW about his latest project.

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