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New Zealand startup claims it has solved one of electric boating’s biggest headaches
New Zealand-based Vessev has launched the VS–Drive, a commercial-grade electric propulsion system designed to keep hydrofoiling vessels efficient and reliable even in tropical conditions. That’s a challenge the company says has limited electric marine operations in hotter climates. Max Olson, co-founder and chief technology officer at Vessev, says the VS–Drive was built from scratch to…
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Plans underway for new annual foiling expo
The Foiling Organization and the Italian Marine Industry Association (Confindustria Nautica) are planning to establish a new annual event dedicated to foiling technology. The Foiling Organization established its headquarters in Genoa in 2024. Foiling was a focal point at the 65th Genoa International Boat Show, reflecting the rapid progress of the technology and its expanding…
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Seattle Yachts expands California presence with Atomic Tuna acquisition
Seattle Yachts has strengthened its position in the US’s West Coast market with the acquisition of Bay Area brokerage Atomic Tuna Yachts, in a move aimed at combining boutique expertise with national-scale operations. The deal expands Seattle Yachts’ presence in California and adds Atomic Tuna’s established customer base and marketing approach to the group’s growing…
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The Sheffield Shuffle
The Shuffle saw some blustery conditions across the weekend for all 20 teams. Eighty four races were completed on Saturday, with teams reporting back very enjoyable racing.
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Indonesian marina operator deploys Metarina management software across Southeast Asia
Marina management software developer Metarina has signed Marina Development Indonesia (MDI) as its first enterprise client. The partnership will see MDI deploy Metarina’s marina management software across its growing network of marinas in Southeast Asia, starting with the new Bali Gapura Marina, which opens in November. The collaboration marks Metarina’s shift from a Mediterranean-focused software-as-a-service…
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World Boating Day returns in May 2026 for global celebration
Following its second edition in 2025, World Boating Day will return on 23 May 2026. The event, coordinated by The Superyacht Life Foundation, strives to bring together shipyards, marinas, design studios, manufacturers, and destinations for a global celebration of life on the water. The international open day is designed to connect the public with the…
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Ghost ship with skeleton crew spotted in Durban
The summer sailing season officially got underway with the traditional Wednesday night Twilight Series supported by a small competitive fleet hitting the water.
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New Zhik Thermo TechFleece
Precision-built for active performance and refined for daily use, the new Thermo TechFleece Hooded and Sports Jackets deliver adaptable warmth and unrestricted movement.
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Globe40 Leg 2 Update
“It could end in a penalty shootout,” Ian Lipinski’s prophecy, expressed in his last message the day before yesterday is about to come true: this Friday at 09:00 local time in Reunion Island, the three Class40 “scows” in the race are virtually neck & neck
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2025 J/70 Worlds at Buenos Aires day 3
The roller coaster scorelines of the J/70 World Championship started to settle on Thursday as the discard race came into effect with now six races scored.