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We all have insurance for our yachts and boats, but there are times when what you need is a little bit out of the ordinary – you may be going somewhere or making a passage that’s not covered by a standard insurance policy.

With just a few weeks to go to the latest edition of Torbay Royal Regatta, hosted by Royal Torbay Yacht Club, there is a growing sense of excitement amongst competitors, sponsors, and organisers.

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…

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…

Henri-Lloyd today announces that Chris Hammond will join as CEO on October 1st, 2025.

The annual Challenger Regatta at Loch Venachar Sailing Club took place during the weekend 2-3 August. It was the fifth event in Sailability Scotland’s Traveller Series. Helpfully, the off-duty instructors helped the sailors to build their boats.

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…

With two days lost through strong winds, competitors and race management had been glued to their phones all morning, checking various weather apps for some kind of sign that a window of opportunity would miraculously appear over the east of Scotland.

Vaikobi, the world-renowned brand in performance watersports apparel, is proud to officially launch Vaikobi Custom Teamwear, a bespoke service designed to outfit teams, clubs, and businesses with high-quality, customised technical clothing.

Day four of the 2025 Magic Marine Scorpion Nationals started not with the sound of the start horn, but with 2 hour postponement. The postponement kept the fleet ashore while the race team waited for the breeze to arrive.