SEA Index certification expands to smaller pleasure boats
The Superyacht Eco Association (SEA) Index – an emissions measurement tool originally developed for yachts above 24 metres –...
Sustainability in the marine industry
Sustainability is a hot topic in marine industry news across the world. All those interested in boats and boating need to know about the latest developments and innovations to make their business – or hobby – as sustainable as possible to protect the oceans.
Marine shrinkwrap bioWrap hits 93 per cent biodegradation milestone
Ongoing ASTM D5511 landfill biodegradation testing of bioWrap – an eco friendly sustainable shrinkwrap solution designed to reduce plastic...
Pioneer Yachts’ first solar-electric PY60 catamaran hits the water
Stralsund-based boatbuilder Pioneer Yachts has launched the first unit of its PY60 solar-electric catamaran, marking a major production milestone...
Cannes to spotlight the companies shaping marine’s future as Innovation Route returns
Sustainability and innovation are taking centre stage at the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival, with organisers relaunching the Innovation Route...
Ecoreef launches nature-based mooring block
Ecocoast has launched Ecoreef, a new environmental mooring reef structure alternative to conventional concrete mooring blocks. The latest addition...
US summit on abandoned boats – deadline for speakers nears
With the 1 June 2026 deadline fast approaching, the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water has issued...
Sunseeker’s teak fine branded little more than ‘slap on the wrist’
Sunseeker has agreed to pay a fine of $200,000, and to implement a compliance plan, among other penalties, says...
Sunseeker charged in US over imports of illegal Myanmar teak
US federal prosecutors have charged UK-based yacht builder Sunseeker International Ltd and its US subsidiary, Sunseeker USA Sales, with...
2026 South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show to highlight greener boating
The 2026 South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show is returning to Ocean Village Marina in Southampton from 8-10...
MarineShift360 Impact Accelerator Programme announces 2026 cohort
Marine Futures has announced Gurit, MobyFly and nlcomp as the three companies selected for the 2026 MarineShift360 Impact Accelerator...
August Race calls for fact-based sustainability with MARPOL-compliant marine cleaning system launch
August Race is urging the industry to go beyond ‘green claims’ ahead of its launch of MARPOL-compliant marine cleaning...
