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Cruising Association looks for evidence of entanglement
Fed up with the unpredictable hazards of poorly marked lobster pots and static fishing gear, the Cruising Association is pushing boaters to provide evidence to help drive change. Together with the RYA, the association is calling on sailors to report entanglements and sightings of poorly marked static gear. The organisations formed a working group to…
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UK and EU said to be preparing deal protecting British businesses from CBAM
It’s understood that the UK and EU are working on temporary mechanisms to protect UK businesses from CBAM – ahead of the UK’s own version of the levy coming into force in 2027. The Guardian – which ‘understands’ but doesn’t quote sources – says a temporary deal to shield UK exporters from the levy’s impact…
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Avikus and Honda Marine to collaborate on autonomous integration
Avikus, HD Hyundai’s autonomous navigation subsidiary, is to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Honda Marine to integrate its Neuboat Semi-Autonomous System with the Honda Intelligent Shift & Throttle (iST) command and control system. The signing is scheduled to take place on 7 October 2025 at the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) at…
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SilverCAT embraces crypto for first European sale
Power catamaran builder SilverCAT has completed its first cryptocurrency-backed sale in Europe, highlighting a shift in how the marine industry is approaching digital transactions. The boat, a SilverCAT 34CC, was purchased using USDT (a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar), marking the company’s debut crypto transaction on the continent. Craig Rodgers, operations manager at SilverCAT,…
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The key requirement for world-class race support in chase boats? Flexibility
“A chase boat is not just a tender, it’s the nerve centre for the team on the water,” says Andy Andrews of Protector Boats. “It keeps coaches close enough to observe performance, provides a safety net in the event of gear failure, and often doubles up as a logistics hub, a media platform, or even…
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Haven Knox-Johnston launches Benchmark Review Report tool
Haven Knox-Johnston Commercial has launched a new risk management tool designed to help marine businesses assess their exposure to risk. The specialist insurance broker says the Benchmark Review Report is intended as a starting point for companies to understand their risk profile. Risk management is central to insurance and plays a role in business continuity.…
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Southampton boat show reveals 2025 attendance figures
The 56th Southampton International Boat Show — the UK’s largest marine exhibition — ended on Sunday 28 September, concluding ten days of boating displays, activities and industry engagement. The event featured more than 500 watercraft, 700 brands and a varied programme of demonstrations and presentations. Organisers have confirmed that this year’s attendance reached over 91,200…
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Ingman Marine to acquire Florida marina
Ingman Marine, a fourth-generation family-owned boat dealership with more than 45 years in Southwest Florida, has entered into an agreement to acquire Cannons Marina on Longboat Key. The closing of the acquisition is imminent. Following the acquisition, Cannons Marina will become Ingman Marine’s fourth location, extending its partnership with Grady-White Boats. Together, the two dealerships…
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What does the US government shutdown mean for boaters?
The US federal government shut down yesterday morning (1 October 2025), after Congress failed to agree on a spending bill funding government services into October and beyond. This is the first shutdown of President Trump’s second term, and follows deep disagreements over healthcare spending and broader budget priorities. Amid widespread disruption, the government shutdown is…
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“We’ve continued to sell Autohaus products very well”: VW Kamper Centre reports demand for Autohaus campervans continues
Independent VW campervan producer Autohaus may no longer be with us, but demand for its final vehicles seems unfaltering. The company went into administration at the start of this year, but one of its dealers – specialist campervan retailer the VW Kamper Centre – says sales have hardly been affected. The converter had previously had…