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MAIB: Poorly discarded cigarette “probable” cause of trawler fire
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has now released its report into the fire and sinking of the prawn trawler, Karinya.
Hong Kong to host Volvo Ocean Race for the first time
Organisers of the Volvo Ocean Race confirm that Hong Kong will host the event for the first time in February 2018.
Rescue launched after three men set sail in a fridge freezer
The Flint Coastguard Rescue Team in North Wales were called out after multiple reports of three men setting sail in a fridge freezer at Connor's Quay, Flintshire.
Sunseeker to star in new BBC documentary
The programme, which airs this Friday, sees the BBC film crew follow the build of Sunseeker International’s new 131 Yacht through to its launch.
Pictures: Rolls-Royce announces crewless smart boats by 2020
"As disruptive as the smartphone": Rolls-Royce Marine says remote and autonomous commercial shipping will become a reality by the end of the decade.
Three jailed after plotting £1M fraud against Princess Yachts
Princess Yachts former facilities manager Glyn Thompson is accused of swindling the luxury boat company out of £1M.
New access boat for the disabled in the North West
The boat, which will enable more people with disabilities to go sailing, can be used by any accredited RYA Sailability club in the North West
New £2.6 million boathouse for Llandudno RNLI
Work has now started on a new Llandudno RNLI Lifeboat Station at Craig-y-Don. At the moment its lifeboat has to be towed through the town to the sea by tractor…
New marina planned for Chatham Waterfront
Medway Council is moving forward with plans to build a marina at Chatham Waterfront, close to Gun Wharf. It is hoped it will regenerate the area.
Pictures: Car designer Henrik Fisker unveils concept for Benetti Yachts
The 50 metre yacht, Benetti Fisker 50 is Henrik Fisker's first yacht design. He is usually used to designing cars, such as the Aston Martin DB9 and the BMW Z8.
Pictures: Hyperlien Shark Line 46
With its streamline exterior and hull shape, it's no wonder the shark-inspired Hyperlien Shark Line 46 has won five design awards. See all the images here.
Three rescued after being shipwrecked on uninhabited Pacific island
Three men, who were stranded on an uninhabited Pacific island for three days, are now safe, after using palm fronds to spell the word "help" in the sand.
Filey RNLI in dramatic cliff rescue in North Yorkshire
Filey RNLI lifeboat crews have rescued a woman after she fell down cliffs at Chimney Hole. It was their fourth call-out in 36 hours.
Pictures: Bavaria Catamarans to unveil the new Nautitech 46 Open
Bavaria Catamarans will official launch its Nautitech 46 Open at the International Multihull Boat Show.
Pictures: Sunseeker’s Princess AVK completes sea trials
Sunseeker's 48 metre yacht has just finished sea trials off the coast of the UK.
Exhibitors announced for London Yacht, Jet and Prestige Car Show
Some of the world's leading yacht builders will be at this year's London Yacht, Jet and Prestige Car Show.
Police confirm body in the River Trent is that of Josh Cotton
Leicestershire Police say the body recovered on 5 April has been formally identified as that of 22-year-old, Josh Cotton. His death is not being treated as suspicious.
Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust named official charity of The Transat bakerly
With just a month to go until the start of The Transat bakerly, OC Sport has announced The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust as the official UK race charity.
Mayor to row from Cuba to the US in makeshift raft despite Coast Guard warnings
The US Coastguard is warning the Mayor of Central Florida that his plans to row from Cuba to Key West in a makeshift raft could have "grave consequences".
Pictures: Admiral launches new yachts Ouranos and Quinta Essentia
The Italian luxury yacht shipyard Admiral has announced that its C Force 50 metre superyacht, Ouranos has been launched, a week after the unveiling of their biggest craft, the Quinta…