Global efforts to reduce vessel strike risk Global efforts to reduce vessel strike risk Workshop features 40 presentations spanning science, policy, technology, and maritime operations The risk of vessel strikes is exacerbated by the continuous increase in global shipping activity, particularly in regions where high-speed vessels and major shipping routes overlap with migratory corridors and critical habitats of cetaceans. by Marine Mammal Advisory Group Posted 5 Jun 02:40 PDT CRN launches Project Thunderball 70m CRN launches Project Thunderball 70m This creation combines a clean aesthetic defined by classic lines with technological innovation CRN's new full-custom steel and aluminium displacement superyacht was launched in Ancona at the Ferretti Group Superyacht Yard: Project Thunderball touched the water for the first time during an emotion-filled private launch ceremony. by CRN Posted 5 Jun 02:39 PDT Baglietto launches the first Fast50 Baglietto launches the first Fast50 A sporty yacht combining speed, comfort and exceptional liveability Baglietto has launched hull no. 10268, the first unit in the new FAST50 line, a full-aluminium yacht below 500 GT that introduces a new generation of sporty vessels capable of combining high performance, aggressive styling. by Baglietto Posted 5 Jun 02:38 PDT Galeon releases details of the Sky 700 cruiser Galeon releases details of the Sky 700 cruiser Featuring a brand new interior concept from Hong Kong's InSitu Design Galeon Yachts has released details of its latest 700 Sky featuring a brand new interior concept from Hong Kong's InSitu Design and the Galeon Interior Design Team. by Galeon Yachts Posted 4 Jun 05:50 PDT Marine Auctions: June Online Auctions Marine Auctions: June Online Auctions Is your boat just sitting there? An Auction (or marketing without a price) is one of the best ways to sell high value assets and is basically the only way to maximise market value. by Marine Auctions Posted 3 Jun 23:26 PDT Heesen Yachts unveils YN 21872 Project Ananda Heesen Yachts unveils YN 21872 Project Ananda A significant step forward in Heesen's engineering capabilities Developed in collaboration with Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design, this vessel represents the inaugural build under the shipyard's new strategic direction. by Heesen Yachts Posted 2 Jun 09:55 PDT 2026 Flotilla to Alaska days 15 2026 Flotilla to Alaska days 15 The weather was a little iffy. We were up early this morning to navigate Venn Passage, possibly attempt a Dixon Entrance crossing, and make our way to Foggy Bay, Alaska. by Slowboat Posted 1 Jun 04:54 PDT Palm Beach Motor Yachts reveals the new GT50 RS Palm Beach Motor Yachts reveals the new GT50 RS Redefining the outboard category by combining performance with refined comfort Performance has always been central to the DNA of PBMY. Now, the company is taking that philosophy to a new level with the launch of the first Palm Beach GT50 RS, a yacht that combines exhilarating outboard-powered performance with the refinement. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 30 May 10:00 PDT 2026 Flotilla to Alaska days 12 2026 Flotilla to Alaska days 12 Bottleneck Inlet to Khutze Inlet It poured all evening in Bottleneck, so we didn't get to do as much as we would have liked there, but the weather broke as we headed out early for a long-ish run up to the stunning Khutze Inlet. by Slowboat Posted 28 May 06:28 PDT Introducing the Monterey Elite Video Series Introducing the Monterey Elite Video Series Where decades of craftsmanship, innovation, and dedication come together in every build Step inside the world behind Monterey's Elite Series -where decades of craftsmanship, innovation, and dedication come together in every build. by Monterey Boats Posted 28 May 06:23 PDT 2026 Flotilla to Alaska days 8-9 2026 Flotilla to Alaska days 8-9 Blunden Harbour to Pruth Bay We opted to leave a little later than our usual zero-dark-thirty to round Cape Caution today. Normally, the driving factor is winds, which tend to build over the course of a day. by Slowboat Posted 26 May 10:29 PDT Lürssen delivers 114m Nausicaä Lürssen delivers 114m Nausicaä A vessel that establishes an entirely new definition of yachting Lürssen has delivered the 114.2-metre NAUSICAÄ, a vessel that establishes an entirely new definition of yachting. Built under the project name COSMOS, she was designed in her entirety by acclaimed Australian industrial designer Marc Newson. by Lürssen Yachts Posted 24 May 09:24 PDT Super sales at SCIBS for Maritimo & Caribbean Super sales at SCIBS for Maritimo & Caribbean It has been an exceptional Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show It has been an exceptional Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, with bookings to visit the Maritimo on-water display stand at the highest level ever. by Maritimo Posted 24 May 00:29 PDT 2026 Flotilla to Alaska days 6-7 2026 Flotilla to Alaska days 6-7 Overnighting in Boughey Bay had given a nice route out to Queen Charlotte This morning we cruised across Queen Charlotte to Blunden Harbour, one of our favorite staging points for rounding Cape Caution. The weather looked decent, but winds were forecast to build as the day progressed, so we got an early start. by Slowboat Posted 23 May 16:16 PDT Things to do at Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival Things to do at Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival A day of maritime heritage, discovery, live music, food, drinks and family fun awaits More than a boat show, the Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival returns as an immersive waterfront celebration where maritime heritage, craftsmanship, music and family-friendly experiences come together in one unforgettable weekend. by Emily O'Connell Posted 23 May 07:10 PDT Barton Bulkhead Glands now in stock Barton Bulkhead Glands now in stock A highly robust, water and vapour proof seal for cables, pipes and hoses The Barton Bulkhead Gland is easy to install and provides a highly robust water and vapour proof seal where electrical cables, pipes, hoses and control lines pass through a bulkhead. by Barton Marine Posted 21 May 06:30 PDT Global launches of Caribbean 40F & 27F Flybridge Global launches of Caribbean 40F & 27F Flybridge The global debut of these new models marks the renaissance of one of the most recognised brands Maritimo, the world-renowned long range luxury motor yacht manufacturer, unveil a new era of Caribbean with the Global Launches of the Caribbean 40F and 27F Flybridge Cruisers at SCIBS 2026, on the Gold Coast, Australia. by Maritimo Posted 20 May 17:00 PDT Maritimo S50 Sedan motor yacht - Global launch Maritimo S50 Sedan motor yacht - Global launch New, subtle, and yet distinctive - all in one Maritimo, Australia's world-class luxury motor yacht builder, expands its next-generation model line-up with its highly anticipated global launch of the all-new S50 Sedan Motor Yacht at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, May 2026. by Maritimo Posted 20 May 16:01 PDT Horizon Yachts announces the Lexus LY680 Horizon Yachts announces the Lexus LY680 A masterclass in automotive excellence on the open water continues to captivate the industry Horizon Yachts is proud to highlight the Lexus LY680, which has solidified its position as a masterclass in automotive excellence on the open water since its impactful global debut at the 2026 Horizon Open House in Kaohsiung. by Horizon Yachts Posted 19 May 10:09 PDT 2026 Flotilla to Alaska day 3 2026 Flotilla to Alaska day 3 The forecast didn't look all that great for the Strait of Georgia The Environment Canada forecast didn't look all that great for the Strait of Georgia this morning, but after discussing the hourly reported condition with Laura via the group chat, it looked like a little chop was likely the worst we'd get. by Slowboat Posted 19 May 08:21 PDT