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Swift has announced its campervan line-ups for the 2026 season, with the Trekker, Carrera and Monza ranges all returning for the new season, with improvements including boosted kit levels and new graphics. Trekker campervans Unsurprisingly, the hugely popular Ford Transit-based Trekker line-up returns for 2026 with few alterations; the rugged go-anywhere looks remain, but the…

Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its report into a collision between the 7-metre tender to the Gibraltar-flagged 64-metre motor yacht Isabell Princess of the Sea and the 5.6-metre rigid inflatable boat (RIB) Vega, resulting in one fatality in Göcek, Turkey. The accident took place on the evening of 27 July 2024. Carrying four…

Expedition Zero and Innovation Yachts have announced the launch of EcoMinera, a mineral fibre and bio-based resin composite material designed for marine use.  The material is being promoted as the first of its kind, proven in real-world marine conditions. Unlike traditional composites, it is manufactured using circular production methods and uses mineral fibre and bio-based…

According to a new scientific study, warheads left over from World War II are busily supporting life underneath the water. About 1.6 million tons of munitions are estimated to be dumped around Germany’s coastlines – most dumping happened during the demilitarisation after World War II, says the study in published in Communications earth and environment.…

Sponsor content created with Adria When you’re looking for a new motorhome, sometimes the amount of choice can feel a little overwhelming. You might find the perfect layout, but prefer a different base vehicle. Or you could discover the perfect range, only to learn that your favourite floorplan doesn’t feature. So that’s why we think…

Helm, which operates as a yacht charter brokerage, has launched a new yacht charter brand, Anchor. The idea is to sharpen its service for bareboat and skippered clients and help Helm to address growing demand for flexible, lower‑hassle charter holidays, with tailored yachts and expert support. “Whether you’re an experienced sailor or stepping aboard for…

A new career development framework for yacht brokers has launched at the Southampton International Boat Show, aiming to formalise standards, boost credibility, and improve long-term prospects in the brokerage sector. The Certified Professional Broker (CPB) career pathway, developed through a strategic alliance between the British Marine Boat Retailers & Brokers Association (BRBA) and the Association…

For the 2026 season, Swift – the UK’s largest leisure vehicle manufacturer – has added a new coachbuilt range, the Trekker, which is inspired by the Hull-based company’s campervan line-up of the same name. The manufacturer has also streamlined its motorhome offerings for 2026, most notably in the discontinuation of the narrow-bodied Fiat Ducato-based three-model…

The annual Women in Marine Panel and Networking Event, sponsored by DF Capital, LA Marine and Haven Knox-Johnston, brought together over 130 attendees, making it the largest Women in Marine event held to date at the Southampton International Boat Show, on Wednesday 24 September. The event took place at the Quarterdeck Bar & Restaurant overlooking…

Stefano Tositti, founder and CEO of ACQ Group, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the International SeaKeepers Society, the non-profit organisation dedicated to facilitating oceanographic research, conservation and education worldwide.  The appointment recognises Tositti’s more than 20 years of leadership in the maritime and yachting sectors, and his long-standing commitment to sustainability…