NWSA Expands Women’s Sailing Programme at Annapolis Sailboat Show 2026
The National Women’s Sailing Association will run education, networking and safety-focused activities during the 2026 Annapolis Sailboat Show in October.
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Saxdor Adds 10,000m² of Polish Production Capacity
Saxdor is expanding production in Ełk, Poland, with another 10,000m² facility as demand grows across its dayboat range and larger 460 platform.
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Askeladden Brand and Boat Moulds Acquired After Norwegian Builder Bankruptcy
Parker Poland has acquired the Askeladden trademark, domains and selected moulds after the Norwegian builder’s bankruptcy, while Fenix C66BR rights moved separately.
Scandinavian Marine Takes Flexofold Distribution Across Australia and New Zealand
Scandinavian Marine Supplies has been appointed distributor for Flexofold folding propellers across Australia and New Zealand, adding local sales and support.
MIRAVA M800E Plans European Sea-Trial Tour After Cannes
MIRAVA says its 7.9m M800 platform gained European interest after its Cannes debut and will return at boot Düsseldorf before a multi-country sea-trial tour …
Aine Denari Named Next Brunswick CEO From January 2027
Brunswick has appointed Navico Group president and chief technology officer Aine Denari as chief executive from 1 January 2027, succeeding retiring CEO David Foulkes.
Paignton Sailing Club Wins £6,000 for Mums on the Water Programme
Paignton Sailing Club has won the 2026 Sunsail Funding the Future award, securing £6,000 for a female-led beginner programme called Mums on the Water.
Catamaran Boat Ramp Access Upgrade Nears Completion in Tasmania
Tasmania’s Catamaran boat-ramp and campground upgrade is nearing completion with improved trailer parking, access and a recently replaced pontoon jetty.
VETUS E-POD Integrates Motor, Gearbox and Propeller in One Unit
VETUS has introduced the E-POD, combining the electric motor, cooling, gearbox, shaft and propeller into one integrated propulsion package.
2027 Kawasaki Ultra 310 Gains 12.3-Inch Display and Overboard Alert
Kawasaki’s 2027 Ultra 310 PWC range adds a 12.3-inch touchscreen, higher-resolution rear camera and JET LINK overboard-detection system.
2027 Kawasaki STX 160 Range Adds Rear Camera, New Deck and 160R
Kawasaki’s 2027 Jet Ski STX 160 family expands with a new rear deck, available rearview camera and the new racing-inspired STX 160R.
California Offers $1.4m for On-Water Boating Safety Training
California is offering up to $1.4 million in grants for organizations providing practical on-water recreational boating safety education.
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