Waterways row erupts again

01 Dec 2005

When British Waterways began competing against its own customer in the marinas and moorings market, it was obvious BW would have to tread a fine dividing line to ensure it traded fairly without profiting from its position as ruler of the inland waterways network. 

BMF Marketing Strategy group chair quits ExCeL

01 Dec 2005

David Lewin has sold his stake in Compass Water - sports, but he will continue to work for the company as a marketing consultant. 

2006 Industry Regatta increased to 35

01 Dec 2005

International and Selden sign up for BBEx

01 Dec 2005

As we closed this issue International Paint confirmed it will exhibit at BBEx. 

No resolution on VAT proof

01 Dec 2005

The Association of Brokers and Yacht Agents (ABYA) and the Yacht Brokers, Designers & Surveyors Association (YBDSA) have been trying to sort out the problem of boats without proof of VAT payment with Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) Policy Unit. 

Carter wins top business award

01 Dec 2005

Derek Carter, Fairline's CEO, was presented with the prestigious accolade of Business Person of the Year at the Peterborough Evening Telegraph's 10th Annual Business Awards on November 18. 

Navimo show 'a great success'

01 Dec 2005

Navimo ran its first trade show in October at Southampton's Rose Bowl cricket ground. The two day event proved to be a huge success with each of the 15 exhibitors more than pleased at the attendance and the business done. 

Knotty problem for Marlow Ropes

01 Dec 2005

Fraser Gray and Peter Saville, partners at Kroll's Corporate Advisory & Restructuring Group, were appointed joint administrative receivers for Marlow Ropes Ltd and the Rope Company Ltd, as well as joint administrators to the parent company, The Rope Company Group Ltd, on November 10 2005. 

Daily Mail is ExCeL media partner

01 Dec 2005

The Daily Mail is this year's media partner for the London Boat Show, says organiser National Boats Shows (NBS). 

Imray charts get MCA recognition

01 Dec 2005

Imray charts have been officially recognised by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) for use on most small craft and fishing vessels. 

ADPR appointed

01 Dec 2005

Garmin sponsors

01 Dec 2005

Peters reduces staff by 15

01 Dec 2005

As we closed for press B A Peters plc announced it had reduced its UK workforce by 15. 

Hamble Yacht Services sold to Ancasta

01 Dec 2005

Buybranch Limited, the parent company of Ancasta International Boat Sales, has acquired the entire shareholding of Hamble Yacht Services (HYS) on the Hamble River. 

Cowes unveils Medina harbour plans

01 Dec 2005

An £8m-plus project to transform Cowes waterfront and create a proper harbour was unveiled by Cowes Harbour Commission (CHC) at a public meeting last month, writes Iain Sutherland. 

HRH to present two key awards

01 Dec 2005

Her Royal Highness, the Princess Royal, is to present two of the key awards at the inaugural IPC Media Marine Awards due to take place on Friday January 6, 2006, at Old Billingsgate, London EC3. 

Paul Stevenson

01 Dec 2005

Paul spent many years in the marine industry and was well regarded and liked. A truly unforgettable character, his career includes 12 years at Hardy Marine as well as working at Broadland and Portway Marine. 

Scottish Boat Show at Falkirk Wheel next May

01 Dec 2005

British Waterways (BW) will run The Scottish Boat Show and Outdoor Leisure Festival at The Falkirk Wheel from Friday May 19 to Sunday May 21 2006, writes Mike Balmforth. 

Up the creek without a paddle

01 Dec 2005

If Wallace & Gromit went boating this might be how they'd go about it, writes Dave Selby. No sails, no prop, instead the "driver" reaches ahead with his digger arm, plunges his bucket into the seabed then pulls his whole ensemble along in a monstrous lurch - a bit like mechanical punting on steroids. 

Splash Camp brings in more than half-million kids

01 Dec 2005

Billed as the first reality TV show with children for children, Splash Camp was an action-packed 10 part series on ITV1, on at peak time, funded by the British Marine Federation (BMF) to encourage watersports participation and help bring boating to the mainstream. 

'Death trap' pontoon gets approval

01 Dec 2005

Planners have passed blueprints for a new pontoon at Warsash slipway despite concerns that it could become a "death trap", writes Iain Sutherland. 

The transformation of Greenock Waterfront

01 Dec 2005

The transformation of Greenock waterfront from a run-down docks and former shipyard area continues with the announcement of a raft of developments stretching from Gourock to Port Glasgow, writes Mike Balmforth. 

Marina planned for Inverness harbour

01 Dec 2005

Plans have been published for the £9m redevelopment of Inverness har - bour, which will include a new 100 berth marina to replace the current 24 berth facility, writes Mike Balmforth. 

North Sails golf day raises £15k

01 Dec 2005

The 9th North Sails Golf Day in aid of the John Merricks Sailing Trust (JMST) raised a record £15,520 from the 96 golfers taking part at Cams Hall, Fareham. The annual event has now raised over £80,000 for the JMST. 

C&N's Gosport yard sold

01 Dec 2005

The Camper & Nicholsons yard in Gosport has been bought by a local organisation, Beaulieu Properties LLP, for an undisclosed sum, writes Iain Sutherland. 

Penton Hook sells 1000

01 Dec 2005

Penton Hook Marine Sales, based in Chertsey, Surrey was formed in May 1998, by Domonic Smulders and Chris Manners. 

Not bad for a first attempt

01 Dec 2005

The new Europa Complex venue for the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS) 2005 was a big success, say the organisers, Amsterdam RAI. 

Lewmar hosts improvement seminar

01 Dec 2005

A Rapid Improvement Workshop, organised by EEF South, was recently held at Lewmar, targeting the winch and thruster production assembly lines, writes Iain Sutherland. 

Letter

01 Dec 2005

Dear Mr Nash, In the past Boating Business has been fairly harsh in its criticism of the British Marine Federation (BMF) and, while I am not saying that industry bodies should not be held to task on occasions, there are also times when a little praise is necessary and I feel this is such an occasion.