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Boat numbers – and unlicensed boats – increase on inland waterways
The Canal & River Trust’s National Boat Count, which takes place across the charity’s waterways each year, has seen a 1.5 per cent increase in boat numbers. But, with that comes an increase in unlicensed boats, with evasion standing at 9.9 per cent . . . up by over 1.5 per cent since 2024. And…
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Electric drives bring elephants to the hull – RAD’s quiet system key to wildlife photography
With its animal-rich landscapes and dollar-rich tourists, the continent of Africa is ripe for sustainable marine businesses willing to lean into the Western-driven consumer-desire for green experiences. And RAD Propulsion, a British developer of advanced electric boat drive systems, has found just the partner to start that process. It’s joined up with Pangolin Photo Safaris…
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The story behind Sail Service’s tall ship domination
With the release of a new highlight video of Aberdeen’s Tall Ships Race (see end), MIN visits the company responsible for many of the fleet’s sails to find out how it has gained its prominence, and how it plans to keep it. Sail Service is based in Gdansk, Poland. From its loft, it’s exporting sails…
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Revenue growth for Twin Vee PowerCats in Q2 2025 results
“We are pleased to report another quarter of revenue growth and over 900 basis points of margin expansion in the second quarter,” says Joseph Visconti, CEO and president of Twin Vee PowerCats as the company announces its financial results for the second quarter ended 30 June 2025. In the second quarter of 2025, the company’s…
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Carthago has refreshed its chic c line range for 2026, offering refreshed interiors and a new fixed bed layout
Carthago has upgraded its chic c-line range for 2026 and is extending the lighter-weight, narrower c2 tourer A-class range it launched last season to include Fiat-based vehicles for the first time. New Mercedes Sprinter-based chic c-line models from the manufacturer of luxury motorhomes will now come with the “V-face” front facade that was first introduced…
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Don’t miss our discount code for the Motorhome and Caravan Show 2025
The Motorhome and Caravan Show at the NEC in Birmingham is rapidly approaching (14th-19th October 2025), and if you’re planning to visit and browse the latest releases from the biggest industry names, don’t miss our special discount code! Practical Motorhome is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may…
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D-Marin continues to double down on digital with Smart Pedestal rollout
Marina firm D-Marin is continuing its digital-first approach with the wider rollout of its Smart Pedestal technology across its network. Designed to give berth holders more control and convenience, these pedestals allow users to manage their electricity and water usage remotely, through the D-Marin App or by scanning a QR code. Now installed at over…
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Newport Boat Show to offer new education and hands-on training programme
The Newport International Boat Show, scheduled for 11-14 September, will include a range of new educational talks and workshops for show visitors. Featuring powerboats and sailboats ranging from 15ft to 90ft, the 54th Newport Boat Show will take place across multiple interconnected show wharfs, marinas and sites in downtown Newport, Rhode Island. This year, the…
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No limits at sea: BPA reignites debate over UK boater drinking laws
One hundred years after the UK introduced its first drink-driving laws, the British Ports Association (BPA) is again urging the government to close what it calls a longstanding loophole in maritime legislation that allows non-professional mariners to operate vessels while under the influence of alcohol. The renewed call from BPA comes in the wake of…
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New standards for small craft published by ABYC
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has published its latest Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft. This annual publication – now on its 65th edition – provides updates on standards that guide more than 90 per cent of boats constructed in North America. These latest updates will assist marine industry professionals to…