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A family of five has been rescued after their yacht was sunk by orca. Their boat was rammed by a pod and started taking on water. The incident occurred around 55 miles south-east of Peniche. Three children aged eight, ten and 12 were on the French-flagged 36-foot yacht, along with their parents. ‘A sailboat, carrying…

Marigalante, a replica of Christopher Columbus’ galleon (Santa María), which has been used as a tourist attraction for circle 30 years, has sunk off the coast of Mexico. The incident happened near the Buenaventura Hotel in the Mexican state of Jalisco. As the crew attempted to return to port for technical repairs Marigalante started taking…

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…