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Formula 1 driver Esteban Ocon is shifting gears from the Grand Prix circuit to luxury marine design. He’s partnering with British boatbuilder Williams Marine Group to create a custom SportJet 520 tender. Ocon, who currently races in Formula 1 and took his first Grand Prix win in Hungary in 2021, says the partnership is a…

Specialist marine trade distributor Technical Marine Supplies (TMS) has announced the launch of EGIS Mobile’s new range of electrical products, including rotary battery switches, bus bars, power bars and related components. EGIS Mobile is a US-based manufacturer with multiple awards and 25 years in the sector. The products, which are manufactured in the USA, are intended for…

The acquisition of SeaRegs by Ryan Tozer, managing director of iPowerboat, marks a generational handover and signals a continued focus on building skills in the UK’s commercial marine sector. SeaRegs, based in Plymouth, has built a strong reputation for maritime training since being founded by Simon and Vicky Jinks in 2010. Now training over 2,800…

Dockmate has launched the Dockmate PRO, its latest wireless remote-control system to provide more precise handling and safety features for yachts and multi-engine vessels.  The Dockmate PRO introduces proportional control through a new lever system that allows operators to modulate engine and thruster power – replacing traditional on/off commands. The system aims to replicate the…

The RNLI plans to end lifeboat production at its Inshore Lifeboat Centre (ILC) in East Cowes by the end of 2027, with manufacturing to be consolidated at its Support Centre in Poole, Dorset. The proposal, which forms part of the charity’s 5-Year Plan and 2040 Lifeboat Fleet Strategy, has been communicated to staff at both…

The Magenta Project, a charity driving inclusion and equity in sailing, has launched the Mighty Magenta Community Hub, a new digital platform aimed at connecting individuals and organisations within sailing and the wider marine industry. The platform, developed by the Magenta Project, provides tools for communication and professional development. It includes an interactive newsfeed, direct…

Spanish boatbuilder Astondoa has expanded its presence in the US through an exclusive distribution agreement with Miami-based Ghost Yachts. Under the agreement, Ghost Yachts becomes the sole official distributor of Astondoa in the United States. Ghost Yachts will handle sales, service and client support for the full Astondoa range across the US. “This agreement is…

Bulgarian catamaran manufacturer Omaya Yachts has established a partnership with Natural Yachts, appointing it as the exclusive dealer for the Netherlands. The agreement is set to extend Omaya’s presence in the Northern European yacht market. Kaloyan Radulov, CEO of Omaya Yachts, says: “We are excited to partner with Natural Yachts as we expand Omaya’s presence…

Water purification specialist HP Watermakers has supplied its SCA 260-2 unit for the Prestige M7, the new 18m maxi catamaran built by the Beneteau Group at its Monfalcone shipyard. The SCA 260-2 features a double membrane and vertical pump configuration optimised for catamaran spaces. It operates alongside HP’s RP Tronic automatic pressure management system, which regulates…

German component manufacturer and automotive supplier Webasto will reduce around 300 positions in Germany as part of a wider organisational restructuring aimed at adapting to challenging market conditions. The firm says these reductions will mainly affect management roles within administrative departments at the company’s Stockdorf and Gilching sites. The agreement was reached through discussions between…