Scotland
New moorings for North Ayrshire
Sailors are being encouraged to explore the Scottish island communities of North Ayrshire following the opening of 26 new moorings.
Search for missing fisherman off Orkney stood down
The UK Coastguard has now called off the search for the missing fisherman, who fell overboard from a boat off Orkney.
Pictures: WWII rescue boat to return to Dunkirk
A boat that rescued 600 British soldiers from foreign shores in the early days of the WWII is getting a new life.
Agencies combine to fight smuggling, trafficking in Scotland
The UK Border Force and Police Scotland Border Policing Command are rolling out new defences against criminal activities on Scotland's western shores.
Visitors flock to visit Royal Yacht Britannia as it’s judged Scotland’s best attraction
The Royal Yacht Britannia, the Queen's former ship, tops the list for the 10th year in a row.
Fishermen rescue humpback whale tangled in ropes
A retired fisherman who was walking his dog when he spotted a humpback whale in trouble has been praised for his rescue efforts.
New Port Edgar Marina to be built by Forth Road Bridge, Scotland
Inspired by the Fish Market building in Bergen, Norway, the Port Edgar Marina will be designed by GLM architects and will be built on the Port Edgar Pier site, by the Forth Road Bridge and Queensferry Crossing in Queensferry South, near Edinburgh. It will boats views across the water, a…
Missing woman’s body named by Highland Police
Authorities have identified missing tourist's body found off the coast of northern Scotland.
Runaway boat heads straight for Aberdeen after skipper falls overboard
The runaway boat travelled up to 20 miles with no one onboard after the skipper got tangled in nets and was pulled into the water