11th Oct 2024 MDL Marinas expands storage capacity at Shamrock Quay with key acquisition
Marking a significant expansion of its renowned Shamrock Quay marina in Southampton, MDL Marinas has confirmed its recent acquisition of the 3.2-acre plot at Lower William Street is to be utilised for additional boat storage, manufacturing and boat sales.
8th Oct 2024 Typhoon launches next-generation evolutions of its flagship drysuits
Leading marine products and watersports apparel manufacturer, Typhoon International is excited to introduce the latest evolutions of its most popular drysuits; the Max B 2.0, Sea Kayak and PS440 2.0.
3rd Oct 2024 Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series welcomes new events and ranking categories for 2024/25
Representing the 16th Edition of the Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series, Seldén Mast has confirmed it will return as title sponsor for the off-season sailing series, which has become one of the most popular and prestigious circuits in British dinghy racing.
3rd Oct 2024 Typhoon International announces new Head of Leisure & Commercial Sales
Typhoon International is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Willis as its Head of Leisure and Commercial (UK & IE) Sales, who is stepping up to the role after 9 years with the company as UK Commercial Sales Manager.
1st Oct 2024 RS Sailing unveils the RS CAT12: A dynamic multihull bringing simplicity back to CAT sailing
Simple, fun and zippy, the RS CAT12 brings buoyancy and easy handling to the catamaran sailing world. This latest design from RS Sailing bursts onto the scene as the peppy younger sibling of the RS CAT16 and RS CAT14, filling a gap in the market for training centres, schools, hire operators and families who want … RS Sailing unveils the RS CAT12: A dynamic multihull bringing simplicity back to CAT sailing
30th Sep 2024 McConaghy and Ancasta announce exclusive viewing of the MC75 at the Superyacht Regatta in Barcelona Oct 4-6
McConaghy Boats and Ancasta are excited to announce their sponsorship of the 2024 Superyacht Regatta, hosted by BWA at the prestigious Real Club Nautico de Barcelona from October 4th to 6th. This prestigious event will be the perfect setting for private viewings of the impressive McConaghy MC75 performance-luxury catamaran.
26th Sep 2024 MDL Marinas reports influx of superyachts at its Ocean Village Marina
MDL Marinas has seen a significant increase in the number of superyachts choosing Ocean Village Marina as their destination of choice.
10th Sep 2024 Greening the grey: PhD student highlights Living Seawalls’ benefits at SIBS 2024
A highlight of Inland and Coastal’s presence at this year’s SIBS will be a special talk by Jess Allen, a PhD student from Plymouth University, who will be discussing the ecological advantages of the award-winning Living Seawalls.
6th Sep 2024 Castagnola Yacht Launch – ‘MY/Angra’ refit built entirely from WEST SYSTEM Epoxy
Castagnola Shipyards announces the completion of the ‘MY/Angra’ refit. The 38-metre motor yacht, built entirely with WEST SYSTEM® Epoxy, exemplifies the shipyard’s expertise in wooden yacht construction.
5th Sep 2024 RS Marine Group marks 10-year anniversary of its RS Aero with in-house move
After 10 years of being built by external manufacturer MTAG Composites, production of RS Marine Group’s internationally renowned RS Aero will now take place at the group’s facilities in Cowes on the Isle of Wight, alongside its RS21, RS400, and RS500 models.
3rd Sep 2024 Inland and Coastal brings safety campaign message to SIBS 2024
Specialists in all forms of water sports access, Inland and Coastal Marina Systems aims to highlight its Get Onboard Safely campaign at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS), taking place from September 13th to 22nd 2024.
3rd Sep 2024 MDL reveals newly refurbished Cat House at Woolverstone Marina & Lodge Park
MDL Holidays is delighted to announce the completion of its extensive refurbishment of The Cat House at its Woolverstone Marina and Lodge Park in Suffolk. This luxurious and Grade II-listed riverside retreat is now available for booking.
21st Aug 2024 RS Aero Cycle Challenge takes charity bike ride to another level
Four members of the RS Marine Group team are taking on an astonishing challenge in memory of their much-loved friend and colleague, Maciej Nowaczyk, who sadly lost his fight with cancer earlier this year.
21st Aug 2024 Sanlorenzo Yachts UK strengthens aftersales and customer support with new appointments
Elevating customer service and owner experience, Sanlorenzo Yachts UK has expanded its aftersales team with the appointment of two experienced marine industry professionals.
21st Aug 2024 MDL Marinas partners with iconic Guinness Bar at SIBS 2024
MDL Marinas, one of Europe’s largest marina groups, is thrilled to announce its sponsorship of the legendary Guinness Bar at the 2024 Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS), running from 13th to 22nd September at Mayflower Park.
16th Aug 2024 Ancasta presents UK premieres and award-winning yachts at SIBS 2024
A wide-ranging line-up of exciting yachts, motor yachts, catamarans and RIBs from the Ancasta Group will be on display at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS).
14th Aug 2024 Ancasta to showcase six world debuts at Cannes Yachting Festival 2024
Ancasta is delighted to exhibit an unparalleled selection of the finest sailboats and motor yachts from the world’s most prestigious boatyards at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024.
1st Aug 2024 Typhoon celebrates RNLI’s 200th anniversary with limited edition drysuit fundraiser
One of the world’s largest drysuit manufacturers, Typhoon International is thrilled to announce the launch of its limited edition Typhoon Infinity 200 Drysuit to commemorate the Royal National Lifeboat Institution’s (RNLI) 200th anniversary and raise vital funds for the charity.
31st Jul 2024 Exclusive line-up from Sanlorenzo and Bluegame at Monaco Yacht Show 2024
Showcasing its engineering excellence, design innovation and incredible style, Sanlorenzo and Bluegame will be presenting two uncompromising models at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show.
31st Jul 2024 Ocean Safety launches revolutionary addition to its Jon Buoy range at SMM 2024
Leading marine safety specialist, Ocean Safety will be launching a revolutionary addition to its popular MOB Jon Buoy range – the Jon Buoy Recovery Module MK 6 Valise, at the renowned SMM commercial trade show in Germany.
26th Jul 2024 RS21s selected for the ASEAN Cup International Regatta
Top-tier racing, united ASEAN regions and a HK $1 million prize pot! The ASEAN Cup International Regatta (ACIR) promises to be the Asian super sailing event of 2024. This high-profile, invitational regatta will be a six-part series celebrating sailing in Asia, raced in RS Sailing’s ultimate one-design keelboat, the RS21.
25th Jul 2024 Seldén Mast unveils new Foldable Mast Climbing Step
Seldén Mast is proud to announce the launch of its innovative Foldable Mast Climbing Step. Designed with convenience and safety in mind, this new addition to Seldén’s product lineup is set to enhance the way sailors and yacht enthusiasts maintain their vessels.
16th Jul 2024 Typhoon International launch their latest Hudson 50N Buoyancy Aid
New for 2024, Typhoon International is pleased to announce the launch of its latest Hudson 50N Buoyancy Aid to add to its comprehensive range of dinghy and watersports apparel and personal protective clothing.
12th Jul 2024 Pulse 63 supports Running Out of Time Climate Relay
As part of its support of Running Out of Time’s Climate Relay from Ben Nevis to Big Ben in London, RS Marine Group is proud to have taken part in the Portsmouth leg of the relay, where its high-performance Pulse 63 electric RIB was put through its paces on UK’s famous Solent waters.
12th Jul 2024 Official dates announced for MDL’s South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025
MDL Marinas is thrilled to announce its official dates for the 2025 South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show. This popular event will take place at MDL’s flagship Ocean Village Marina in Southampton from 9 to 11 May 2025.
8th Jul 2024 Ocean Safety appoints new Plymouth Branch Manager
Specialist in all aspects of marine safety, and supplier of the world’s leading brands in safety and survival, Ocean Safety has appointed Glyn Nicholls to head up its UK Southwest regional branch, where his extensive sales experience and knowledge of the maritime industry will prove invaluable for local marine consumers and beyond.
5th Jul 2024 Inland & Coastal highlights its Get Onboard Safely campaign at Port Skills & Safety Conference 2024
Following a successful run at Seawork 2024, Pontoon and water access specialist Inland and Coastal Marina Systems continued to promote its Get Onboard Safely message at the Port, Skills and Safety Conference which took place at London’s Stamford Bridge on 2 July.
28th Jun 2024 MDL Marinas invests £2.2m in upgrades at Ocean Village Marina
One of Europe’s largest marina groups, MDL is proud to confirm a £2.2m investment in its flagship Ocean Village Marina in Southampton.
26th Jun 2024 RS Sailing leads the way with truly inclusive Championships for 2024
The globally renowned brand RS Sailing is thrilled to be supporting a combined Worlds and International Championship that features classifications so virtually any sailor can compete – making it the first of its kind for a truly inclusive, unified event.
26th Jun 2024 World premieres and award winners from Sanlorenzo and Bluegame at Cannes Yachting Festival 2024
Highlighting its unparalleled design innovation, the uncompromising Italian Sanlorenzo shipyard will be debuting two remarkable new models at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival (10-15 September 2024).
19th Jun 2024 MDL Marinas returns to sponsor Key Yachting’s 2024 J-Cup Regatta
In support of its Hamble Point Marina tenant and regatta host Key Yachting, MDL Marinas is pleased to confirm that it will once again be sponsoring the UK’s J-Cup Regatta for 2024.
11th Jun 2024 MDL champions pioneering sea and land-based crossing for quadruple amputee
MDL Marinas is thrilled to offer its support to Alex Lewis as he attempts the ground-breaking challenge to become the first ever quadruple amputee to row offshore across the South of England from Falmouth to Dover, before hand cycling the return land-based journey back to Falmouth.
10th Jun 2024 Inland & Coastal to support Harbour Masters AGM at Seawork 2024
Inland & Coastal Marina Systems are proud to be supporting the UKHMA’s 31st Annual General Meeting and Members Luncheon, which will take place on Wednesday 12th June 2024 within the Seawork Exhibition at Mayflower Park, Southampton.
7th Jun 2024 Sanlorenzo Yachts UK lists SD112 Zulu3 for sale
The 34-metre Sanlorenzo SD112 Zulu3 has been listed for sale with Nick Hatfield of Sanlorenzo Yachts UK.
4th Jun 2024 Inland & Coastal to promote their Get Onboard Safely campaign at Seawork 2024
Specialists in commercial pontoon and crew transfer vessel berthing, Inland & Coastal Marina Systems aims to highlight its Get Onboard Safely message at Seawork 2024, Europe’s largest on-water commercial marine and workboat exhibition.
31st May 2024 Introducing Cheetah Marine’s next generation Walk-Around Cabin workboat
Marking the latest addition to its fleet, the Cheetah Marine Walk-Around Cabin perfectly combines the practicality of a workboat with all the option of a high-end finish, to widen the market of the vessel. This Cheetah is perfect for patrol craft, crew transfer vessels, corporate events and small ferries.
30th May 2024 Beyond the Catch: Environmental Commitment at Sea Angling Classic community event
Supported by headline sponsors Yamaha Motor UK and Extreme Boats, the 4th edition of Sea Angling Classic’s Crabbies’ Competition and Shoreline Clean Up will take place at Portchester Sailing Club on 8 June 2024.
28th May 2024 Ancasta and Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust continue empowering lives beyond cancer
Following a successful partnership in 2023, the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust has once again partnered with the Hamble-based Ancasta Group, one of Europe’s largest yacht sales and service organisations, to inspire brighter futures for young people living through and beyond cancer.
24th May 2024 Yamaha extends WaveRunner YOU Finance campaign deadline with added models
After a successful launch last month, Yamaha is pleased to announce it is extending the deadline of its WaveRunner YOU Finance campaign till 30 June 2024, with additional models to be included in the offer.
23rd May 2024 Wessex Resins and Adhesives Advance with Organisational Changes
Wessex Resins and Adhesives has bolstered its team by implementing progressive structural changes within the company.
17th May 2024 Seldén Mast’s latest Race GRIP winch handles make sailing a breeze
Swedish marine equipment manufacturer Seldén Mast is pleased to announce its latest series of patented Race GRIP winch handles, which have been designed to offer a more practical solution to the locking mechanism for a more seamless sailing experience for race goers and boating enthusiasts alike.
16th May 2024 MDL Marinas achieves highest Cyber Essentials Plus certification for its digital infrastructure
MDL is proud to confirm that it has been awarded the Cyber Essentials Plus certification, a government backed scheme to validate businesses that operate at the highest level of cyber security.
15th May 2024 Ancasta to present stellar lineup at the British Motor Yacht Show 2024
The renowned yacht brokerage firm Ancasta is thrilled to be showcasing a stellar line-up of yachts from a selection of world-leading brands at this year’s British Motor Yacht Show, taking place at Southampton’s picturesque Swanwick marina on the UK’s South Coast.
14th May 2024 Geoff Holt MBE sets sail on his epic UK circumnavigation challenge ‘Finishing the Dream’
Involving months of planning and preparation, quadriplegic adventurer Geoff Holt MBE DL set sail from St. Katherine’s Dock, London in a record-breaking challenge to circumnavigate the UK coastline.
29th Apr 2024 Yamaha offers free upgrade to its Helm Master EX® on new engine purchases
Yamaha Marine is excited to announce its latest campaign enabling boaters to receive a free upgrade to Yamaha’s industry-leading Helm Master EX® control rigging system upon purchase of any compatible 150hp – 450hp outboard engine,* available until 30 June 2024.
26th Apr 2024 Yamaha hails Press Test a triumph for its latest 350hp V6 engine in Italy
Yamaha Marine has successfully demonstrated its recently launched 350hp V6 engine to a select gathering of marine journalists and influencers in La Spezia this week, where a variety of large RIBS and day cruisers from renowned brands showcased the 4.3L engine’s impressive power and speed against the backdrop of Italy’s beautiful Cinque Terre National Park.
25th Apr 2024 WEST SYSTEM® to Sponsor Spirit Yachts Regatta 2024
WEST SYSTEM, a leading provider of marine-grade epoxy, is thrilled to announce its sponsorship of the Spirit Yachts Regatta 2024.
24th Apr 2024 Highlights from the 2024 South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show: Standout debuts, sustainable innovation, and an iconic homecoming
The South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show, one of the largest regional boat shows in the UK, concluded its highly successful three-day event last weekend (Sunday, April 21) at MDL’s Ocean Village Marina in Southampton.
19th Apr 2024 MAA Press Lunch brings together marina businesses for another standout event
Set against the backdrop of Ocean Village Marina and the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show, MAA’s annual press lunch brings together an exciting mix of businesses from the marine sector as well as the press, offering the perfect opportunity for networking with expert industry professionals and news journalists alike.
18th Apr 2024 YAMAHA SHINES AT THE SOUTH COAST & GREEN TECH BOAT SHOW
Showcasing a stellar line up of Yamaha outboards and marine products, Yamaha boat partners are all set for the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show, taking place at Ocean Village Marina in Southampton between 19-21 April.