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Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its report into a collision between the 7-metre tender to the Gibraltar-flagged 64-metre motor yacht Isabell Princess of the Sea and the 5.6-metre rigid inflatable boat (RIB) Vega, resulting in one fatality in Göcek, Turkey. The accident took place on the evening of 27 July 2024. Carrying four…

Helm, which operates as a yacht charter brokerage, has launched a new yacht charter brand, Anchor. The idea is to sharpen its service for bareboat and skippered clients and help Helm to address growing demand for flexible, lower‑hassle charter holidays, with tailored yachts and expert support. “Whether you’re an experienced sailor or stepping aboard for…

Expedition Zero and Innovation Yachts have announced the launch of EcoMinera, a mineral fibre and bio-based resin composite material designed for marine use.  The material is being promoted as the first of its kind, proven in real-world marine conditions. Unlike traditional composites, it is manufactured using circular production methods and uses mineral fibre and bio-based…

According to a new scientific study, warheads left over from World War II are busily supporting life underneath the water. About 1.6 million tons of munitions are estimated to be dumped around Germany’s coastlines – most dumping happened during the demilitarisation after World War II, says the study in published in Communications earth and environment.…

A new career development framework for yacht brokers has launched at the Southampton International Boat Show, aiming to formalise standards, boost credibility, and improve long-term prospects in the brokerage sector. The Certified Professional Broker (CPB) career pathway, developed through a strategic alliance between the British Marine Boat Retailers & Brokers Association (BRBA) and the Association…

“Marine Chandlery has achieved remarkable growth in a short time, focusing on in-store and e-commerce sales of a wide variety of marine products, and establishing our servicing department,” says Geoff Moore, owner of Marine Chandlery. His company has recently bought Powerhouse Marine. “We are determined to expand our service offering,” Moore says. Marine Chandlery was…

MDL Marinas has marked the 40th anniversary of Hythe Marina Village, the UK’s first purpose-built marina village, with a weekend of celebrations. The celebration began on Saturday 20 September with a community hog roast, organised by Hythe Marina Association. The ticketed event provided an occasion for residents and visitors connected to the marina to meet…

The annual Women in Marine Panel and Networking Event, sponsored by DF Capital, LA Marine and Haven Knox-Johnston, brought together over 130 attendees, making it the largest Women in Marine event held to date at the Southampton International Boat Show, on Wednesday 24 September. The event took place at the Quarterdeck Bar & Restaurant overlooking…

The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has issued a clarification after several newspapers reported that it had labelled the term ‘man overboard’ offensive. Numerous media outlets picked up a story published by The Telegraph on 13 September 2025, titled “‘Man overboard’ is offensive term, says Royal Yachting Association”. The original article stated that the RYA has…

Stefano Tositti, founder and CEO of ACQ Group, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the International SeaKeepers Society, the non-profit organisation dedicated to facilitating oceanographic research, conservation and education worldwide.  The appointment recognises Tositti’s more than 20 years of leadership in the maritime and yachting sectors, and his long-standing commitment to sustainability…