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Vanemar Debuts Wireless Boat Cameras and NMEA 2000 Alerts at IBEX
Vanemar demonstrates rechargeable wireless cameras and NMEA 2000 helm-display alerts at IBEX 2026, extending its connected monitoring system for recreational boats.
Fasnap and SUREFAS Plan US Distribution of Four Marine Fastener Ranges
Fasnap and Dutch fastener specialist SUREFAS plan to distribute Q-SNAP, PERFIX, CAF-316 and CAF-COMPO marine cover fittings in the United States from early 2027.
Nolot and Pianosi Lead Sardinia Kiteboard Grand Slam Into Medal Finals
Lauriane Nolot and Riccardo Pianosi secure direct final berths at the Sardinia Kiteboard Grand Slam after strong racing in the Bay of Angels near …
Barcolana58 Confirms 1,858 Boat Entries for Trieste Autumn Cup
Organisers confirm 1,858 entries for Barcolana58 in Trieste, with women's racing, marine research events and the traditional Autumn Cup start scheduled for 11 October.
Cichocki Claims Double Gold as 2026 Inclusion Sailing Worlds Finish in Portimão
The World Sailing Inclusion Championships finish in Portimão with Piotr Cichocki taking two gold medals, a dramatic Swedish title and 222 athletes from 40 …
MJM 38V Takes Centre Stage at Annapolis With New Open-Air Day Yacht Layout
MJM's new 38V V-Series day yacht receives a public walkthrough at Annapolis, with an 11.7m composite hull, open social layout and twin Mercury power.
Boating Marketing Leaders Meet in Tampa to Discuss AI, Trust and New Owners
The 2026 Discover Boating Marketing Leadership Summit brought boat dealers and manufacturers together in Tampa to examine AI, loyalty and strategies for reaching new …
Roboat Names Joshua Jordan CEO as Amsterdam Marine Autonomy Programme Expands
Amsterdam marine autonomy specialist Roboat appoints Joshua Jordan CEO, building on skipper-assistance systems and its demonstrated logistics-barge technology.
Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade Opens Entries for December 2026
Registration opens for the 32nd Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade on 5 December, with an illuminated Intracoastal fleet, charity toy drive and prizes.
British Marine Urges Marinas to Respond to Ofgem Grid Connections Review
British Marine asks marinas and boatyards to share evidence for Ofgem's electricity connections review, with implications for shore power and electric-boat charging.
Basilico Wins 2026 Italian Meteor Championship During Barcolana58
Basilico takes the 2026 Italian Meteor Championship at Barcolana58 with Matteo Sampiero at the helm, beating Frivolotto and Pekoranera Ensto in a closely fought …
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