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Tropical Cyclone forms in the Solomon sea
Stay updated on Tropical Cyclone Maila in the Solomon Islands. Learn about current warnings and forecast impacts.
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Interislander delays expected to ease by weekend as Bluebridge Connemara returns
Cook Strait ferry delays are expected to lift by the weekend as Bluebridge's Connemara returns to service, easing pressure on Interislander sailings.
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Hinckley Picnic Boat 45 debuts at Palm Beach show as most social design in 30-year lineage
Hinckley Yachts unveiled the Picnic Boat 45 at Palm Beach, a 40-knot Downeast cruiser with redesigned social spaces and twin 725hp Volvo Penta waterjets.
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Fountaine Pajot scores triple Cruising World Boat of the Year nominations for 2026
The FP41, FP44, and FP55 are all shortlisted for the 2026 Cruising World Boat of the Year Awards. See what makes these sailing catamarans stand out.
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Neel Trimarans rescued from liquidation by La Rochelle trio with 10-boat-a-year plan
Neel Trimarans has been saved from liquidation after a La Rochelle trio won court approval to acquire the French trimaran builder with a 10-boat-a-year recovery plan.
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Detained Connemara must pass three-way sign-off before Cook Strait return
Maritime NZ has detained Cook Strait ferry Connemara after a Port State Control inspection. The vessel must pass three approvals before it can return to service.
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Bluebridge Connemara cancellations hit day nine as stranded passengers rack up thousands in extra costs
Bluebridge Connemara cancellations enter day nine, leaving passengers thousands of dollars out of pocket. Read the stories of those hit hardest by the disruption.
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World Superyacht Awards returns to Venice with 100m-plus builds on 2026 shortlist
The World Superyacht Awards returns to Venice for its 21st edition, with 100m-plus builds and ocean-going superyachts competing for the sport's top honours.
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Aquila 45 Sport catamaran breaks cover at Palm Beach with twin V12 power
Aquila unveils the 45 Sport catamaran at Palm Beach 2026, featuring twin V12 Mercury Verado engines, hydraulic terraces, and speeds over 50 mph.
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U-Boat Worx Super Sub sets world speed record for private submersibles
The U-Boat Worx Super Sub is the world's fastest private submersible, reaching shark-like speeds with dolphin-inspired hydrodynamics and a 1,000-foot dive depth.
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Zeelander 5 scores double January sale with Monaco and Istanbul deliveries
Zeelander Yachts opens 2026 with two Zeelander 5 sales bound for Monaco and Istanbul, reinforcing the Dutch yard's place among Europe's top boating markets.
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Mercury Marine wins Miami innovation award for Boost software acceleration upgrade
Mercury Marine wins a 2026 NMMA Innovation Award for Boost, a software upgrade delivering up to 21% better acceleration for existing Mercury outboards.
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