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.
Brunswick Corporation has released its 2023 sustainability report detailing an improved performance on the previous year in reducing carbon emissions, energy consumption and water use. The company attained zero waste to landfill status at a record number of locations. “Sustainability is a critical part of our business strategy, and we recognise the responsibility we have as […]
There’s no denying that sustainability in the marine industry is a hot topic. Each development which leads manufacturers closer to a carbon neutral future is being welcomed with open arms. And now, Sustainable Sailing is celebrating as it has been shortlisted as one of the UK’s leading maritime start-ups, as part of the Maritime UK […]
With EU elections in June 2024 and set to define the next five years, the European Boating Industry (EBI) is launching its manifesto aimed at shaping the policy framework for boating and nautical tourism in Europe. EBI’s manifesto titled ‘Navigating Tomorrow: A vision for a sustainable boating industry #MadeInEurope’ delineates a strategic framework crucial for […]
An EU-funded project to facilitate skills for the green transition of the marine industry has been launched. TEcoNaut aims to promote the use of sustainable composite materials in boatbuilding. The project will encourage sustainability in the European boating industry through targeted vocational training and collaboration between industry, academia, and vocational education. The project promotes sustainable […]
MB92 Group, a superyacht refit, repair, and maintenance company with facilities in Spain and France, has joined with Pinmar to build a new plastic recycling centre in collaboration with the Barcelona Port Authority. The new 200m2 plastic recycling centre has been commissioned in the Port of Barcelona to manage the recycling of all waste plastic […]
Billed as the first ever sustainable handicap powerboat racing event in the UK, Windermere Motor Boat Racing Club (WMBRC) is looking for entrants. The club’s seeking up to 20 boats to take part in five races, but . . . each of the all petrol-engine boats will be required to run on Sustain Super 80, […]
MODX Catamarans has appointed Swiss yacht management firm Fert Yachting as the exclusive chartering partner of the MODX 70 catamaran. Designed by the French shipyard Océan Développement, the 21.33-metre MODX 70 has an automated rig consisting of two carbon masts supporting two inflatable wings, which MODX says makes it 1.7 times more efficient than a […]
In the maritime industry, the interplay between regulations, technologies and sustainability is crucial, particularly when it comes to selecting antifouling coatings for vessels, writes Davide Ippolito (director, solution management, marine) at Hempel. These elements play a critical role in biofouling management and the development of high-performance coatings, taking into consideration their impact on energy efficiency, […]
Canada-headquartered electric boatbuilder Vision Marine Technologies has unveiled its new Phantom, a rotomoulded, recyclable boat that the company describes as unsinkable and indestructible. Vision Marine says the Phantom represents a breakthrough in rotomoulded boat design. Thanks to efficient engineering, Vision Marine says it can produce up to an estimated 300 units annually at a cost that […]
North Sails has launched a new sail cloth constructed from more than 90 per cent sustainable sources. Renew, a North Paneled Laminate (NPL) sailcloth for cruising boats 25 to 45ft, is said to require no sacrifice in performance or longevity. US-headquartered North Sails is an international sailmaker and sailing wear company with operations in 29 […]
Vard, part of the Fincantieri Group, and the Windward Offshore consortium have signed a contract for the design and construction of two hybrid commissioning service operation vessels (CSOV). They have also agreed on an option for two additional ships. The first CSOV is scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of 2025. The units will […]