A man has been found guilty of marine licensing offences after unlawfully taking tin ingots worth more than £50,000 from a shipwreck off the coast of Cornwall.
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Veterans bid to sail around the UK coast starts today!
A team of 38 veterans are setting sail on a 2,000-mile tall ship voyage around the British Isles for the Turn to Starboard challenge.
Win tickets to watch Sailing World Cup medal races in Dorset
Five sets of family tickets (2 adults and up to three children) are up for grabs for the medal race day at the Sailing World Cup, Weymouth & Portland on…
Three rescued from sinking catamaran after wind turbine collision
One of the three crew suffered a head injury when the catamaran fishing vessel collided with an offshore wind farm turbine.
Murder suspect and 17 ‘illegal immigrants’ arrested at Chichester Marina
A murder suspect and 17 suspected Albanian migrants were arrested after a catamaran was detained at Chichester Marina.
Chris Jacks takes on Great Britain for his first solo sail
Previously the most the 30-year-old had ever sailed single-handed was for an hour on the River Mersey.
Hundreds of venues Push the Boat Out across the UK
From 14-22 May, sailing clubs and centres are inviting their local communities to get out on the water at free or low cost ‘have a go’ taster sessions
Sir Steve Redgrave to open Poole Harbour Boat Show
Former British rower and five-time Olympic gold medallist, Sir Steve Redgrave CBE will officially open the 2016 Poole Harbour Boat Show, on Friday May 20.
C&N Marinas to re-design St Katharine Docks, London
In addition to starting operation at St Katharine Docks, London, Camper & Nicholsons are also creating an entirely new marina in Cowes on the Isle of Wight.
Suspected migrants rescued in dinghy off Dover coast
The two Iranian men on board were assisted by a Dover RNLI lifeboat crew and then handed to immigration officials by Kent Police for questioning.
Solo sailor swam ashore after catamaran capsize
After capsizing the sailor quickly became exhausted swimming to the beach and was pulled clear from the waves by members of the public.
60mph winds warning for SW coast of England
Strong winds of up to 60mph will coincide with high spring tides on Sunday, leading to large waves and spray affecting some coastal areas
Plymouth mooring fee price rise reduced and postponed
A ‘huge hike’ in mooring fees has been postponed and reduced following negotiations between sailing clubs and mooring representatives and Plymouth City Council
Blog 1: Marlin’s Mission preparations begin!
Dave Selby finds out how much work he has to do to prepare his Sailfish 18 Marlin for their forthcoming 300-mile voyage.
Premier Marinas acquires Noss Marina on the River Dart
Premier Marinas Limited has today completed the purchase of Noss Marina from the administrators Duff and Phelps.
New Cowes Port Handbook launched
The new-look Cowes Port Handbook 2016-2017 is hot off the press and being distributed to numerous outlets around the Isle of Wight.
Fishing boat crew save two from burning yacht
Two people were rescued from a burning yacht by the crew of a fishing boat who responded to the Mayday call.
Seaplane operator to launch east coast route
Seaplanes are not a common sight on UK waterways, so many boat owners are concerned at how aircraft and boats mix safely, says the Cruising Association.
Man Over Board sailor praises rescue heroes: ‘I owe them my life’
Cornelis van Rietschoten tells PBO “Another 10 minutes and I would have been unconscious”
Cowes Yacht Haven launches marina loyalty card scheme
Visiting seafarers will have the chance to accumulate free berthing at Cowes Yacht Haven marina on the Isle of Wight.