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The University of Macerata has announced the launch of Italy’s first university master’s programme dedicated to marketing, communication and journalism in the nautical sector. The initiative marks a growing partnership between academia and industry aimed at addressing a shortage of skilled professionals in one of Italy’s strongest export sectors. Launching in the 2025/2026 academic year,…

UK battery manufacturer Volklec is expanding into marine sector with revolutionary underwater power system agreement. Volklec has joined forces with offshore technology specialist Walker Subsea to develop a next-generation subsea power solution that could transform the way construction and military operations are performed on the seabed. Under a multimillion-pound agreement, the two firms will collaborate…

As boatbuilders look for flexible, low-impact shading systems that can fit modern hull designs, UK-based Makefast Group has developed the Cassette Awning, a compact powered system designed to mount externally to a vessel’s structure. The new unit is being unveiled at Metstrade, but for those not visiting, full details are available online. Chris Cooper, sales…

Fishermen from the Brittany region have donated hundreds of kilometers of used fishing nets to help Ukraine defend against Russian drones. The shipments are organised by a Breton charity Kernic Solidarités, which has already sent 280km of the nets, according to The Guardian. The horsehair netting, once used to trawl monkfish from the sea bed,…

Metstrade 2025 is literally bigger than ever. For the first time the event will occupy the entire RAI Amsterdam complex, providing more space, particularly for the superyacht and refit sectors. Metstrade director, Niels Klarenbeek, says the expansion is a response to a marked and increased demand in these markets. “Previously, we couldn’t accommodate the demand for…

Yachting Ventures is partnering with Marine Marketers of America (MMA) to launch a Startup Marketing category for the 2026 Neptune Awards. The Neptune Awards are held each year during the Miami International Boat Show, with other award categories celebrating exerptise including boat show marketing, video marketing, and website design. The new startup award will recognise…

Specialist marine trade distributor Technical Marine Supplies has launched an awareness campaign focused on yacht rigging safety. The UK-wide initiative, named Check it, Tune it, Trust it, encourages boat owners to monitor the condition of their rigging before issues develop. Nick Cook of Technical Marine Supplies says: “Rigging is the backbone of every sailing vessel, yet it’s often…

Italian adventure yacht brand Marcopolo is preparing to debut its first models, the MP10 and MP12, at boot Düsseldorf 2026, taking place from January 17 to 25, 2026.  The new 10 and 12-metre yachts are currently in the final stages of construction at the 3AF shipyard in Sicily.  Built to a design process led by…

Freedom Boat Club’s international expansion strategy has been recognised with its inclusion in Entrepreneur magazine’s 2025 Top Global Franchises list — a ranking that highlights US brand’s building a strong presence overseas. President Cecil Cohn says the recognition “is a testament to the dedication, passion, and professionalism of our franchise partners,” adding that the franchises…

“Twin Vee continued to execute its turnaround and cost-reduction plan in the third quarter, improving both gross margin and operating efficiency,” says Joseph Visconti, CEO and president of the Floridian company which manufactures power cats. “Our expanding dealer partnerships and disciplined overhead management supported 18 per cent revenue growth while narrowing losses.” Highlights of the…