Anderton Boat Lift: “Unaffordable” restoration works at iconic British attraction paused
A programme of extensive restoration at the Anderton Boat Lift, in the English county of Cheshire, has been paused...
UK marine sector
Loch Lomond marina and resort set for expansion after acquisition
Harrison Holidays has taken ownership of the Ardlui Hotel, Marina and Holiday Park on the northern edge of Scotland’s...
New strategies and support needed for UK marine business, says Osculati
“When I look at the UK industry versus the larger European market, I really do worry,” says Ian Stevenson,...
ePropulsion restructures UK and Ireland operations
ePropulsion Technology Ltd has confirmed details of a planned transition in its United Kingdom and Ireland operations following a...
Marine Resources launches third Marine Industry Salary and Employment Survey
Marine Resources has launched the third edition of its Marine Industry Salary and Employment Survey. The survey – previously...
RYA launches largest ever survey, targeting declining participation in UK sailing
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has launched its largest ever open survey, as part of the ‘Reflections on Water’...
Makefast unveils cassette awning for smaller and retrofit boat designs
As boatbuilders look for flexible, low-impact shading systems that can fit modern hull designs, UK-based Makefast Group has developed...
75% of Britain’s waterways face financial peril amid climate and funding pressures
The Inland Waterways Association (IWA) reports that three quarters of Britain’s canals face financial insecurity, as navigation authorities deal...
Princess Yachts confirms new wave of potential redundancies
UK boatbuilder Princess Yachts has warned that a reduction in orders means it is making cutbacks that could lead...
‘World-first’ battery-backed DC charger at Fowey Harbour
Aqua superPower has installed what it describes as the ‘world’s first battery-backed DC charger for electric boats’ at Fowey...
Scottish marina acquired by private investment firm
West Coast Capital has acquired Port Edgar Marina in South Queensferry, near Edinburgh, for an undisclosed amount. West Coast...
