Fisherman survives terrifying fireball after onboard explosion
One moment, Connor Gecewicz and three friends were heading out for a fishing trip. The next, a suspected fault...
Marine fire
All the latest news about fires on boats, superyachts and maritime vessels and at on-shore facilities like marinas. Includes active investigations and safety updates.
Video: California fire ignited by stranded sailor’s flare burns 14,500 acres
A wildfire believed to have been sparked by emergency flares from a stranded sailor has burned through more than...
“We saw three people flying off the boat”: 11 hospitalised following explosion in Miami
At least 11 people were taken to hospital following a possible boat explosion near Miami on Saturday. One witness,...
Mercator Marine Group appoints CEO after devastating fire
Dutch watersports wholesaler Mercator Marine Group (MMG) has appointed Arjan Pols as its new CEO. MMG brings together four...
Fire rips through Marker 37 Marina in the US
A fire has swept through and destroyed much of Marker 37 Marina in Corpus Christi, Texas. The fire damaged...
Australian boatbuilder confirms manufacturing restart following major fire
Australian fibreglass boat manufacturer Haines Hunter has confirmed that manufacturing activity at its facility will restart following a factory fire...
Australian shipyard issues update after major factory fire
Australian fibreglass boat manufacturer Haines Hunter has spoken of the “significant disruption” it is experiencing after a severe fire...
Trapped, flooded and on fire – Finnish solo rower rescued
“Water started pouring into the cabin at high speed . . . the batteries got wet and caught fire...
Watch: Fire rips through Sydney marina and sinks three luxury yachts
Three luxury yachts have been destroyed in Sydney after a fire ripped through an exclusive marina in Mosman. Fire...
Lithium isn’t the real fire risk on yachts, says Fireboy
Lithium batteries have become the headline villain in yacht fire conversations, but according to Fireboy chief operations officer Robert...
‘Hot topic this year’: Fireboy launches mist system for battery rooms
US-based fire-suppression specialist Fireboy has introduced a low‑pressure water mist system for battery rooms and machinery spaces. The launch...
