Boat News

'Boat burglaries up' says insurer

The number of break-ins of boats in 2008 is up 20% on the previous year, according to an insurer. Thieves are attracted by the expensive equipment on...more

Credit crunch leads to Cranchi bargains

It’s a buyers market at the moment and none more so than with the new deals on new Cranchi motorboats through Premier Yacht Sales. “The current econo...more

Dickies offer free delivery of stock boats to Europe

Dickies International has launched a new campaign to take advantage of the weak pound by offering free delivery on all stock over £20k to anywhere in ...more

Funding boost for RYA

The RYA (Royal Yachting Association) has been awarded a £9.6m grant by Sport England to develop grassroots sailing programmes in England. The funding...more

Cowes Marina Development to go ahead

Despite the economic slump, the Cowes Town Waterfront Trust has announced it will continue with plans to improve the Cowes Yacht Haven site, in order ...more

Frigate to appear at Excel

HMS Westminster has been chosen to represent the Royal Navy at next month's London International Boat Show. The Type 23 frigate will berth alongside E...more

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