Sebastian Vettel will be co-owner of the new German SailGP team alongside Thomas Riedel, with 49er medallist Erik Heil at the helm Four-time F1 World Champion Sebastian Vettel and double Olympic sailing bronze medallist Erik Heil have joined forces, alongside team owner Thomas Riedel, to announce a brand new German SailGP Team. Germany will be […]
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PHOTO COURTESY OF MACKINAC ISLAND FERRY COMPANY After an announcement earlier this year that it will convert one of its passenger ferries from diesel to electric, the Mackinac Island Ferry Company has furthered its sustainability efforts through joining Green Marine, an environmental certification program that encourages maritime enterprises to take action in protecting the environment. […]
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Spirit Yachts and BAR Technologies have unveiled what they claim is the first fully electric boat capable of a fast cruising range of 100 nautical miles. Created on the basis of BAR’s America’s Cup simulation and design expertise, the SpiritBARTech35EF is a purpose-built electric boat with a trio of active retractable foils to help minimise […]
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Brunswick Corporation has published its 2022 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG)-focused efforts to build a more sustainable future. “We are proud of our action-oriented approach to ESG, which is demonstrated through the progress and innovations detailed in this report,” said Dave Foulkes, Brunswick Corporation CEO. “Protecting our environment is a critical element […]
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Mainsail and Aleta define versatility with their stylish design and technical feature set DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (April 4, 2023) – Costa Sunglasses, manufacturer of the first color-enhancing all-polarized glass sunglass lens, celebrates 40 years of making the best sunglasses on the water in 2023 by growing its hybrid category of frames. New to the lineup […]
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Registration is now open for the Association of Marina Industries (AMI) fall Clean & Resilient Marina course to be held September 25-27, at Hyatt Place, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Marina operators and managers will learn from industry experts how to operate eco-friendly and sustainable marinas and ensure compliance with federal environmental regulations. In addition, the two-day […]
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The United States Coast Guard (USCG) and American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) will host a free webinar “Staying Current with Electrification” May 3, 2023, from 2-4 p.m. EDT. as part of the risk mitigation series. Registration is free https://abycinc.org/riskmitigation. The agenda includes: Standards and regulation updates from USCG and ABYC Presenters: Jeff Ludwig (Chief, Recreational […]
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X Shore, the Swedish technology company building sustainable electric boats, announces its partnership with Safe Harbor Marinas. “We are thrilled to be partnering with Safe Harbor Marinas to encourage more boating enthusiasts to experience 100% silent, high-performance electric boats,” said Jenny Keisu, CEO of X Shore. “Our organizations share a passion for the water and […]
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If you’re wondering what to wear sailing then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve extensively tested loads of kit so we can bring you the best options Are you are heading out on the water sailing for the first time, or perhaps you’re just curious to see what other wear when sailing, if so, […]
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As anglers, we are always facing changing conditions. From dawn till dusk, from blue skies to grey days, all that surrounds us while we are on the water is constantly mutating, starting from light. This is why I believe in the importance of having the right color of polarized lenses for the situation. Polarized sunglasses […]
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PHOTO COURTESY OF MEIJER Retailer Meijer has strengthened its commitment to cleanup efforts and stewardship of the Great Lakes by expanding its partnership with the Council of the Great Lakes Region Foundation to help further the council’s Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup Program. Since 2022 Meijer has donated over $1.5 million to help fund and expand […]
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Photography by Informa Markets The annual boat show cruised along the iconic Flagler Drive, bringing global yachting debuts, lively music, renowned culinary experiences, and fun to West Palm Beach WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (April 17, 2023) – The 2023 Palm Beach International Boat Show, owned by the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County (MIAPBC) and […]
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The 2023 Palm Beach International Boat Show, owned by the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County (MIAPBC) and produced by Informa Markets, concluded on Sunday, March 26. Organizers say the event saw an impressive turnout in the number of boating enthusiasts, industry professionals, and luxury seekers from around the world making their way to […]
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Suzuki Marine USA will embark on an important journey beginning Tuesday, April 18, setting out from Jacksonville, Florida on a nearly 800-mile journey by water to Washington D.C., where the 259 Sea Pro center console will be highlighted in an on-the-water display during the 2023 American Boating Congress, May 8-10. This is no “ordinary” 800-mile […]
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As sportfishing continuously develops, so must the requisite terminal tackle. That’s the driving thought behind Mustad ’s upcoming introductions, which expand the company’s AlphaPoint tech into a wider hook selection and see the launch of the all-new Demon Link terminal tackle range. While recent years have seen Mustad broaden its offerings to include fishing rods, […]
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Groupe Beneteau is ramping up the responsible purchasing component of its CSR program, B-Sustainable by inviting its suppliers to register on the EcoVadis CSR rating platform. The target Groupe Beneteau set is 50% of suppliers to be covered by the assessment approach by the end of 2025. Groupe Beneteau has chosen to work with the […]
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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (April 4, 2023) – Costa Sunglasses, manufacturer of the first color-enhancing all-polarized glass sunglass lens, celebrates 40 years of making the best sunglasses on the water in 2023 by growing its hybrid category of frames. New to the lineup for the spring, Mainsail and Aleta are your day-to-day sunglasses that stay stylish while relaxed on land and ready to […]
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A diverse group of marine industry stakeholders announced today the establishment of the Whale and Vessel Safety (WAVS) Task Force. This panel of experts will work to identify, develop, and implement technology and monitoring tools to mitigate the risk of vessel strikes to marine mammals, with special attention to North Atlantic Right Whales (NARW). “The […]
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Yamaha has named Martin Peters director of marine external affairs. With the new role comes official responsibilities for marine sustainability and regulatory affairs in addition to government relations and communications. “Yamaha remains dedicated to sustainability and as Director of Marine External Affairs, Martin will help lead the effort to reduce the carbon footprint of the […]
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Sunseeker International has appointed its permanent Sustainability and Environmental Manager as part of its wider commitment to long-term sustainable development. Sean Dempsey joins Sunseeker with over 35 years of experience in the automotive industry, working on sustainability projects within the BMW Group. Sean has been at the forefront of green innovation in the automotive space […]
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