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Ideal for boats 4.5m to 10.5m in length, it’s perfect for powerboat dashboards and sailboat bulkheads. The SuperSport Venture features a bright blue 95mm CombiDial card. For viewing at any angle, the card’s side has 5° incremental and 30° numbered marks while the top has 5° marks and heading letters. The polished dome has orange lubber lines at 0°, 45°, 180° and 315°. P...

In the report “The role of hydrogen derived e-fuels in aviation and maritime and the opportunities for Ireland,” HMI pointed out that biofuels, recycled carbon fuels and e-fuels are expected to play a major role in the decarbonisation of the transport sector. HMI explained that e-fuels, produced from hydrogen and captured CO2, can produce drop-in fuels chemically identi...

C-Power’s 2kW SeaRAY AOPS is set for testing at US Navy’s Wave Energy Test Site (WETS), according to the company. SeaRAY’s uses two floats, one on each side, that roll with ocean waves and connect to a power take-off (PTO) system. That system then runs a generator, which connects to batteries on the seafloor. “Our thanks to Sea Engineering for their work helping us suc...

The Caudwell Marine team is confident that its first outboard product will exceed the demanding expectations of the market. The Caudwell diesel outboard is primarily aimed at the commercial and military markets which require their high-performance outboards to work, day-in and day-out, in all conditions. However, the team also expects to see opportunities in the recreati...

While it may seem like a simple concept, there is a lot of research and design work that goes into making sure the occupant of the seat can complete a rough offshore passage with minimal physical fatigue and soreness. KPM Marine has clocked thousands of hours spanning over a decade researching and testing their seats specifically for the demands of high-speed travel i...

Starlink, Elon Musk’s low orbit satellite network which delivers low cost high speed internet via a portable dish, has shaken up its offering for cruising sailors and other broadband users at sea. Starlink has been hailed as a game-changer by many adopters. Since its launch just two and a half years ago, its coverage has expanded rapidly and many cruisers crossing the A...

When you stop a marine diesel engine it is by cutting off the fuel at, or in, the fuel injection pump – not before it. This is achieved in two ways: either by movement of the fuel control rack to its cut-off position, for single and inline helix pumps; or by shutting off the supply of fuel, inside the pump, often by the use of a solenoid valve, which can be found in rota...

The NEW WSO200 Ultrasonic Wind and Weather Station Receives Honorable Mention in the category of Consumer Electronics, Mobile Applications, and Software.

FORT MYERS, Fl. (March 17, 2023) – Seakeeper, Inc., the leader in marine motion control, is now offering Seakeeper Ride for refit installations. Previously, the new product was only available as standard equipment through boat manufacturers. “Since our launch, we’ve been badgered by boaters asking when Seakeeper Ride will be available for refits,” said Seakeeper Preside...

As an avid boater and angler, sunglasses for me have always been a tool, a way to cut down the glare on the water and get a clearer picture of what lurks beneath. But until recently, I never cared about more than the frames and whether they were polarized. Then, in a classic case of middle-age creep, I started bringing a pair of drugstore cheaters on board so I could s...

Last winter, the story of a diver in the Florida Keys who had gotten separated from his dive boat and later rescued by his family really struck me. While there are many seamanship and safety lessons involved in how he got separated from his friends in the first place, I couldn’t shake one particular aspect of the whole episode. In the article I read about the thankfully...

Today a fair number of marine electronics still use the old National Marine Electronics Association 0183 networking protocol, which includes some AIS and autopilots. But the most notable are fixed-mount VHF radios. Many older (and some new) VHFs have only NMEA 0183 wires (usually four extra wires) to connect to a device with built-in GPS, such as a multifunction display....

Molabo inboard motors After starting out in the automotive sector in 2015 with an initial prototype, Germany's Molabo entered the field of electric motors for boats in 2020 with its first demonstration boat. This one was equipped with a conventional shaftline inboard motor. The equipment manufacturer released its first 50 kW inboard motors, named Iscad V50, in June 2021....

Yamaha takes a stake in Skipperi Japanese marine engine specialist Yamaha Motor made public its investment in Finnish company Skipperi on February 7, 2023. The Finnish startup, founded in 2017 and headed by Kristian Raij, bases its expertise on digital services for the boater. Its core business, Skipperi Fleet, claims the title of the largest subscription-based yacht clu...

“The impact 800 life jackets will have on our loaner stands is massive, ultimately meaning more people can make safe, fun and lasting memories on the water for years to come,” Sea Tow Foundation executive director Gail R. Kulp said in a statement. The PFDs are being distributed this week. In California, roughly 225 will be used in four loaner stations hosted by Sea Tow ...

“The XTO 450 allows boaters to enjoy the convenience and ease of operation associated with the XTO line, in addition to more torque and power,” Ben Speciale, president of the Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit, said in a statement. “In addition, Yamaha’s esteemed F200 and F150 DEC outboards now feature integrated electro-hydraulic steering for the 2.8-liter DEC models and ...

Powered by twin DI13 087M 700-hp Scania engines provided by Cascade Engine Center, the new vessels will be delivered in 2023. MSRC is the largest oil spill removal organization (OSRO) in the U.S., offering complete, credible OSRO coverage across the U.S. Formed in conjunction with the Marine Preservation Association in 1990 by oil and gas companies, the organization is ...

As LED Lighting technology as has improved over the years, the popularity of underwater lights for boats has exploded. Previous halogen versions of underwater lights drew a lot of power, generated a lot of heat, and didn’t last very long before burning out. Of course, nobody wants to haul their boat just to change a bulb on an underwater light, so naturally underwater li...

With funding provided by the Scottish Inward Investment Catalyst Fund, the project aims to overcome a global supply chain shortage of electric outboard motors, which are currently manufactured in Japan. By combining the expertise of employees from the NMIS and the Future Electrical Machines Manufacturing (FEMM) Hub – which conducts research into electrical machines and ...

On Nov. 3, the Cox team and its 21-foot Hallet Vector, Pegasus, powered by the CXO300 outboard, hit 62.27 mph. “It’s a great honor to be able to set a new record,” helmsman Adam Brown said in a statement. “There may be future diesel outboard-powered record attempts, but Cox Marine will always be the first — 62.27 mph is a great speed for a 300-hp engine that is straight...

Stockdorf – August 18, 2022 – Webasto, global systems partner to the mobility sector, has acquired Carlex Glass Luxembourg SA in Grevenmacher (Luxembourg). The site manufactures glass elements for passenger cars, counts many international carmakers among its customers and was previously part of Carlex Glass America LLC, based in Nashville, Tennessee (USA). “Investing in ...

Lifting the benchmark for an anchor design Viking Anchors have lifted the benchmark for anchor design by being at the forefront of the use of high tensile (HT) carbon steel throughout the anchor. There is no escaping the fact all anchors are a compromise, some perfectly good anchors don’t fit on all bow rollers, some work better in sloppy mud but not in weed, some ne...

With this certification, Fischer Panda fulfils the requirements for the most important marine bus communication and is allowed to mark its compatible xSeries and iSeries generators with the NMEA 2000 logo. Communication between certified Fischer Panda generators and the NMEA 2000 bus is achieved by using an NMEA adaptor. This simplifies the integration of Fischer Pand...

Baudouin is proud to be one of only a few high speed engine manufacturers offering an IMO III and EPA Tier IV Certified Solution. Be one of the first and do like the NYC Ferry & the designer Incat Crowther who trusted Baudouin and equipped two new vessels with 2x 12M26.3+ SCR system design along with the necessary urea tanks and dosing system components. Know more...

Whether meeting diesel emissions regulations around the world, or offering a hybrid solution, John Deere is positioned to help its customers achieve these goals. “As the marine market evolves, so do our customers’ needs. Keeping that in mind, we are committed to providing the marine engines and power ratings they need to be successful,” said Heather Balk, marine mark...

With its trademark high-tech carbon fibre construction and fantastic matte finishing, Exit Carbon’s sun awning poles Helios 60 come in a variety of lengths and three different set up possibilities: a simple eye bolt on top or with a Clamcleat® with the rope running on the side, or again, with the rope hidden on the inside of the pole. More updated and new products by ...

BMW and Torqeedo plan to support Team Malizia with lightweight construction and zero-emission drive technology. BMW has a successful record of technology transfer between competitive sailing and automobile manufacturing through their long history of involvement in the America’s Cup. Materials originally developed for racing like ultra-lightweight carbon fiber reinforc...

From Solé Diesel, we are glad to introduce our new distributor in France: Fenwick. Fenwick, established in 1862, is in the marine French market since 1947. The company has a valued trajectory thanks to its professionalism and its large distributors network throughout France. Fenwick is specialized in the sales and maintenance of marine engines, for recreational or wor...

From Solé Diesel, we are glad to introduce our new distributor in Turkey: Anadolu Motor. Anadolu Motor is the brand of Anadolu Group with which it works in the automotive sector. The group is present in 9 sectors with more than 80.000 employees and 66 production facilities. Having more than 50 years of experience that guarantee their work with the aim to make its cust...

Both companies have decided to join forces, capitalising on their unique skills, to enhance opportunities for leisure and commercial marine ap-plications. This agreement significantly strengthens NANNI’s product base, with an increased max-power-output now reaching 1200 hp, targeting vessels ranging from the size of 50 to 80 feet. SCANIA engines benefit from the compan...

STURGEON BAY, WI (August 24, 2017) – Sato Shipyard Co., Ltd. of Miyagi Prefecture in Japan has recently taken delivery of a Marine Travelift 150CII (150 metric ton capacity) mobile boat hoist and TM60 (60 metric ton capacity) self-propelled transporter. The two Marine Travelift machines are designed to work in tandem for maximum efficiency and productivity, allowing Sa...

Danish renewable energy investment firm Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) has launched a new Australian subsidiary, with eyes to deliver 6GW of new solar PV and wind energy in the next 10-years. Based in Newcastle, the second-largest city in New South Wales, the new organisation, Voyager Renewables, will work on renewable energy projects in regional New South Wal...

Sea lions intermittently visit the Coastal Endurance Array moorings off the coast of Oregon, where they lounge, bask in the sun, and “do their business.” These visits create two problems for the optimum functioning of the instrumented arrays. Because sea lions are heavy, some weighing up to 2,500 pounds, the solar panels upon which they rest need to be strong enough to...

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This prestigious annual award recognizes the top new products from across the entire boating industry, ranging from boats and motors to electronics, onboard systems, and accessories. Entries are evaluated by the magazine’s editorial staff, weighing nominated products based on their level of innovation, technological advancements and the benefits and they provide to boat ...

The expedition, called "Project Zero" follows two adventurers as they explore some of the world's most isolated and vulnerable environments. By documenting in real time the status of those areas, Project Zero aims to raise awareness around climate change and gather information for scientific research. From the South Pole to the North Pole, the father/son duo will docume...