MAIB report reveals fatal flaws in wheelchair-accessible boat accident
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has uncovered a series of critical failings that led to a tragic accident...
South West marine industry
Marine news centred around the South West of the UK, including rescues, boat builders, and more. Spanning Cornwall and Devon.
Eco-engineering the future of biodiversity with living sea walls
With biodiversity a major concern for the marine industry, there has been an increasing need to find innovative, eco-friendly...
New owner for UK boatbuilder Cornish Crabbers
British boatbuilder Cornish Crabbers has been acquired by a team led by Ben Walker of Blue Lagoon Marine. The...
Modification of vessel led to death of two men, and £100K fine
A fishing company operating vessels from Brixham has been ordered to pay more than £100,000 after a highly modified...
New round-the-world race to utilise own boats
The UK’s Royal Western Yacht Club (RWYC) has launched a brand-new around-the-world yachting event. It’s called Worldstar and is...
Ninety staff could lose their jobs at Princess Yachts
Princess Yachts is due to start consulting with its workforce and representatives shortly about redundancies, with up to 90...
Underfall Yard reopens after staff member’s arson
Underfall Yard has re-opened its gates, welcoming visitors to the working boatyard after a Bristol boatyard fire damaged five...
Cornish Crabbers appoints liquidator
British boatbuilder Cornish Crabbers has been placed into liquidation following a creditors meeting. The virtual meeting of creditors on...
Marine Fire Safety opens new warehouse and distribution centre
Marine Fire Safety, a specialist in firefighting and lifesaving equipment for the marine industry, has opened up a new...
Tough times for boatbuilder Cornish Crabbers
A virtual meeting of creditors has been called for Cornish Crabbers. It’s been convened by Peter Thomas, MD, and...
Zero USV offering autonomous AI fleet for charter
An autonomous uncrewed surface vessel fleet will soon be available for long term lease or charter, says Zero USV....
