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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Bass Pro Shops, through its White River Marine Group division, has acquired water sports brand Hobie. The agreement brings Hobie production back from Mexico to Lebanon, Missouri, in the US, close to the headquarters of Bass Pro Shops. White River Marine Group, which distributes in more than 70 countries, owns several established brands, including Tracker,…

The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced the full schedule of networking events for its 2025 show, which will take place at the Tampa Convention Center in Florida from 7 to 9 October. The programme includes daily networking opportunities. The Opening Night Party, sponsored by Wet Sounds and the Mid-Show Mixer, sponsored by…

Amare Group has introduced the AMY 330e, the first model in a new line of electric tenders. The Italian boatbuilder says its new model is designed to combine carbon-fibre construction with electric propulsion and a layout inspired by superyachts. The tender, which weighs 290kg and is built from pre-preg carbon fibre, offers a lightweight structure…