Latest News from UK – Page 45
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Pendennis to expand workforce, plus latest financials
Up to 40 skilled tradespeople and 12 apprentices sought after three new 2021 contracts signed
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MDL Marinas makes key appointments
The UK’s MDL Marinas has appointed two new regional operations managers – Les Robertson and George Bovill – to look after the company’s 19 marinas and boatyards between them.
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UK marina group sees big rise in turnover and losses during fiscal 2019-20
Boatfolk Marina Group operates a portfolio of 11 marinas in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
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Princess Yachts backs bid to create freeport in Plymouth
Successful bid could give city £35m post-Brexit economic boost
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2021 British Motor Yacht Show postponed
The organisers of the British Motor Yacht Show (BMYS) have announced that this year’s event, originally scheduled to take place from May 15-23 at Swanwick Marina on the River Hamble, has been postponed to June 12-20.
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British Marine clarifies UK government guidance on the easing of restrictions
From 8 March, all forms of watersports, including the use of privately-owned craft and self-drive day hire boats for single households, can go ahead in England
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Dromeas Yachts appoints dealer in the Channel Islands
Dromeas Yachts, a Turkish builder of high-performance motoryachts, has chosen South Pier Marine to serve as its exclusive dealer in the British Channel Islands.
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British Marine responds to UK government’s roadmap for easing lockdown restrictions
CEO Lesley Robinson “cautiously optimistic”
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Tall Ships Youth Trust seeks industry partners
The British Tall Ships Youth Trust which operates five vessels with the aim of taking young people to sea on week long courses is one of the charities which has suffered significantly during the covid crisis. It is particularly focussed on introducing disadvantaged children to a life at sea.
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Williams Jet Tenders appoints head of commercial development
Williams Jet Tenders in the UK has promoted Ollie Taylor to the newly created role of head of commercial development.
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CJR Propulsion appoints NZ distributor
CJR Propulsion in the UK has partnered with Q-Marine Power and Propulsion to offer the full CJR propeller range in New Zealand.
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British Marine to host free Digital Networking event
UK trade association British Marine is inviting all individuals and organisations from across the leisure marine industry to attend its next scheduled Digital Networking session.
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Sea Sure installs new machining centre as part of ongoing investment
As part of a £250k investment in new machinery and testing facilities, Sea Sure – a UK producer of hardware for sail/power boats and the aerospace industry – has taken delivery of a HURCO 5-axis machining centre.
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Oyster Yachts opens UK apprenticeship academy to ensure future skilled worker supply
In a move to help ensure enough new skilled employees in the future, the UK’s Oyster Yachts has formally launched its Oyster Apprenticeship Academy, building on the company’s existing long-established apprenticeship schemes. This new initiative coincides with the UK’s National Apprenticeship Week.
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Pantaenius appoints head of commercial partnerships
Pantaenius, Europe’s leading boat insurance specialist, has named Jane Smith as Pantaenius UK’s head of commercial partnerships. Smith will be responsible for developing new working relationships.
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Borrow A Boat crowdfunding raises £500k for international expansion
The UK-based, peer-to-peer boat charter platform Borrow A Boat (BAB) has raised nearly £500,000 in equity from a crowdfunding campaign to be used for international expansion in 2021.
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Oyster’s new sub-50ft yacht - first images
The UK’s Oyster Yachts has released the first pictures of its much-anticipated 50ft yacht, the Oyster 495.
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UK Sailing Academy receives largest donation to date
Work will start this month on the construction of a new 136-bed accommodation centre for the UKSA (UK Sailing Academy), the 30-year old UK non-profit maritime charity. The new facility at the UKSA’s Cowes campus will allow an extra 3,000 children and young people to be taught in time through ...
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MarineMax hires UK brand consultant
MarineMax, the largest recreational boat and yacht retailer in the US, has appointed UK-based brand and creative consultancy, Propaganda, as its new strategic partner.