The Landing School has announced the launch of a new academic program. Starting this fall, it will offer Boatyard Management, a program focused on management in the marine industry. Boatyard Management is a second-year program in which students will learn management principles by managing the work of a simulated boatyard. “This new program is the first of […]
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The 26-foot Sea Pro center console covered 940 miles on a new sustainable fuel offered by VP Racing. Courtesy Suzuki/Ron Ballanti Editor’s Note: Boating Contributing Editor, Capt. John Page Williams joined Team Suzuki for a leg of this trip, running right into Washington, DC. A naturalist, licensed captain and award-winning journalist, Williams is working on […]
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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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Toby Keith (NORMAN, Okla.) Singer, songwriter, and entertainer Toby Keith has acquired Luck E Strike, a bait and tackle brand name as ingrained with top tier anglers as it is with weekend recreationalists. Endorsed by National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Famer Jimmy Houston and operated by sporting goods industry vets Jeff Williams (General Manager) […]
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There are exciting developments from big new brands in the satcom scene, but what might suit your sailing? Rupert Holmes reports Until recently, developments in satellite communications were painfully slow, but the pace of change started to quicken a few years ago and is today accelerating rapidly. There’s now a wider choice and vastly improved […]
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As I walked the docks of the Miami boat show, a text came in from my editor asking me to check out the new Two Oceans 555. After what already felt like a day filled with catamaran inspections, it might as well have been called Multihull Monday (it was actually a Thursday, but it sure […]
Read MoreMercury Marine’s new 5.7L V10 outboard continues the legendary Verado legacy. For years, Lake X was a secret location where Mercury Marine covertly developed and tested marine engines without inquiring minds from the outside world. Known officially as Lake Conlin, just south of Orlando, Florida, Mercury no longer owns the private lake, but still uses […]
Read MoreThe Cruisers 50 GLS is a Pleasant Surprise The Cruisers 50 GLS is a muscular and sexy sport boat that stole the show in Fort Lauderdale. I’m going to be completely honest with you. When Southern Boating asked me to visit the Cruisers 50 GLS, I wasn’t expecting much—and I certainly wasn’t expecting this. I thought […]
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The MH-65 is equipped for making challenging rescues. Courtesy US Coast Guard Special delivery: Sign up for the free Boating email newsletter. Subscribe to Boating magazine for $14 for 1 year and receive 4 bonus digital issues. One of the US Coast Guard’s most recognizable aircraft must be the Eurocopter MH-65 SRR Dolphin. A gloss-orange streak racing toward danger, […]
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After years of cruising the Mediterranean in heavy-duty passagemakers Martin Craddock decided to give inland boating a try, with a custom built steel craft fitted out to his dream spec… For as far back as I can remember I’ve loved boats. Whenever I was on holiday, I’d make a beeline for the nearest marina and […]
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Reporting from the 2023 Palma Boat Show, MBY editor Hugo Andreae takes us on a full tour of the Sanlorenzo 106A… One of the most impressive new yachts at the recent Palma International Boat Show was the Sanlorenzo 106A, which made its debut last year at the Cannes Yachting Festival. We took this opportunity to […]
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Only two teams had America’s Cup related activity, with Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli being the only team to sail. From the data now available in the AC37 Joint Recon system we can see the teams which have taken delivery of the seven AC40’s officially recorded. See below: What happened in the Cup – May 19, […]
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When the green flag flew for the final race of the day at Thunder on Cocoa Beach in Cocoa Beach, Fla., at a little before 4 p.m., the 11 outboard-powered catamarans in the Super Stock class looked to be attached at the deck. The 11 boats in the Super Stock class lived up to its […]
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Suzuki Marine USA’s new 20-acre waterfront technical center includes a 9,037-square-foot main building, launch ramp and marina. Courtesy Suzuki Marine Suzuki Marine USA has opened a state-of-the-art technical center in Panama City, Florida. The 20-acre waterfront complex sits adjacent to Grand Lagoon and Robinson Bayou, and includes a 9,037-square-foot main building providing office space, conference […]
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The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has announced the dates for its annual Standards Week, Jan. 7-11, 2024, in Annapolis, Md. Standards Week is a gathering for the marine industry and Project Technical Committees (PTCs), with daily meetings scheduled to discuss updates to Supplement 64 of the Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft, […]
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Mercury Marine, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE:BC), has entered into an agreement with JJE, a company focused on electrified propulsion components, assemblies and systems for global automotive applications. The collaboration will enable Mercury to expand its portfolio of electric propulsion solutions. “We are excited to engage with JJE as we co-develop and produce the […]
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PHOTO COURTESY OF SURESHADE Lippert Components has introduced its latest addition to its product lineup of automatic and manual telescoping shade systems, now offering the new SureShade Battery Powered Bimini for pontoon boats. The new system is easy to install, mounts to most pontoon rail profiles, and features a sealed receiver that mounts to the […]
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Curved fin stabilisers matching the performance of hydraulic ones, with easier fitting and functionality, could be a game-changer. Hugo Andreae reports… The new fins curve out even more to maximise the vertical stabilising forces they generate After years of resisting calls to develop an electric version of its popular hydraulic Vector stabilising fins, Sleipner has […]
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The 2023 Copper River commercial salmon opener began May 15. File photo. An above average run of salmon was forecast for the 2023 Copper River commercial salmon opener, which began on May 15, with processors planning to move much of the first catch via Alaska Airlines to the annual ceremonial welcome mat at SeaTac Airport […]
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