Author: admin

Homes around Exmouth Marina, on the UK south coast, have been evacuated after an unexploded Second World War bomb was dredged from the water during routine operations on Wednesday (14 January 2026). Emergency services established a cordon around the marina, initially set at 100 metres, which was later extended to 400 metres, forcing residents within…

As the marine industry faces economic headwinds, shifting consumer behaviour and a new wave of technology, one question sits at the centre of every trade conversation: what role do boat shows now play? For Petros Michelidakis, show director at boot Düsseldorf, the answer is clear. Trade shows aren’t fading; they are evolving, becoming more community-driven,…

Compute Maritime is aiming to transform ship design and simulation and has developed ‘the world’s first GenAI tool capable of designing, simulating and optimising any type of ship hull’, its flagship tool; NeuralShipper.  Shahroz Khan, CEO, explains: “Compute Maritime is a deep-tech company using generative AI to overhaul the ship design process. Our core product,…

The BoatUS Foundation is now seeking speakers for its Turning the Tide Summit in New Orleans, which will be held 6 to 9 December 2026 and centres on the removal and disposal of derelict vessels. The summit aims to bring together government agencies, environmentalists, marine professionals and recycle and waste management experts nationwide to explore best practices for responsible…

Canadian electric propulsion company Vision Marine Technologies has reported its financial results for the three-month period ended 30 November 2025. During the first quarter of fiscal 2026, the company recorded $1.9m of cash provided by operating activities. This was the first quarter in which operating activities generated positive cash flow after a period in which…

Clipper Ventures, based on the Solent, in southern England, has confirmed a multi-million-pound investment in a new ‘Clipper RX’ fleet of ocean racing yachts. The investment will see the development and construction of 12 matched 72ft yachts, intended for use in future editions of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. Clipper Ventures was founded…

British Marine has confirmed that Lesley Robinson will step down from her role as chief executive this summer, following eight years in the position. An agreed transition plan is in place, with Earle Stanner, currently chief finance and operations officer, to be appointed as the organisation’s next CEO. Robinson will continue to lead British Marine…

MDL Marinas is offering UK-based boat viewings to coincide with boot Düsseldorf, which opens on 17 January 2026. From 17 to 25 January, the company will host appointment-led viewings across selected UK marinas. The programme allows visitors to step on board a range of boats without travelling to Germany, including models that are not being…

British superyacht and SOLAS tender manufacturer Rib-X International has confirmed the relaunch of the brand with an expanded product range planned for 2026. Rib-X was acquired by Vortec Marine in 2022 and, during that period, has focused on product development. Southampton-based Rib-X designs and manufactures its boats in the UK and supplies both recreational and…

European Boating Industry (EBI) will officially launch the Baltic Sea Boating Forum at the Helsinki International Boat Show in February. The forum is being presented as a new platform for dialogue between the boating industry, policymakers and other stakeholders, focusing specifically on issues affecting boating in the Baltic Sea. Its scope covers environmental responsibility alongside…