UK survey seeks boaters’ views on lithium-ion battery safety
The Boat Safety Scheme (BSS) is asking boat users across the UK to share how they use lithium-ion batteries...
Marine research and reports
Find out what’s happening with marine research. All the latest news about research which looks at impacts of things like sunscreen, lack of education about tides and gender disparity in the marine sector.
How much is a boat really worth? Blue Water Index says data holds the key
Blue Water Index founder Robb Corrigan is aiming to bring greater transparency to recreational boat valuations, using data science...
Nearly 1,200 boaters apply for Canal & River Trust citizens’ panel
Nearly 1,200 boaters have applied to take part in the Canal & River Trust’s Citizens’ Boater Panel, which will...
EBI market update: ‘Improving sentiment’ as Europe eyes growth
European recreational boat exports have more than doubled over the past 10 years, but slower growth in trade between...
UK government reveals multi-billion-pound investment in major maritime projects
The UK government has announced funding for two maritime projects to be delivered by British companies, including three floating...
ICOMIA, EBI and NMMA launch global boat life cycle survey
The international marine industry is being invited to respond to a global questionnaire that aims to assess the recreational...
New survey reveals impact of boating access challenges in USA
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has released findings from a national survey of 2,000 active US recreational boaters,...
Canal & River Trust launches citizens’ panel to shape future of boat licensing
The Canal & River Trust is inviting boaters to apply to join a volunteer Citizens’ Boater Panel that will...
Decline in plankton across North East Atlantic sends warning for ocean health
A study based on more than six decades of data suggests plankton abundance has declined across large areas of...
New report reviews impact of UK sail training sector
The UK sail training sector delivered more than 47,000 days at sea in 2025, according to a new review...
Groupe Beneteau issues 2025 business report, CO2 emissions intensity down 26%
Groupe Beneteau has published its 2025 business report, confirming that the firm’s CO2 emissions intensity has fallen by 26...
