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Boat blaze blocks lock
A boat has caught fire while passing through a lock on the Bristol Avon, blocking the navigation for the foreseeable future.
The blaze, at Kelston…
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Ashby advances after HS2 retreats
The threat posed by HS2 to the northern canal restorations was finally lifted on 17th July, when the government formally abandoned attempts to safeguard its…
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Three more marinas for Aquavista
Aquavista has bought three more marinas, bringing its total up to 32 sites.
The new additions are Fettlers Wharf Marina – offering 100 moorings on…
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Government creates water ombudsman
A new water ombudsman role, with legal powers to resolve disputes between water companies and the public, has been announced by the government.
It will…
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Insurance for Marine Surveyors
James Nicholas, New Business Marine Account Executive, Haven Knox-Johnston
Insurance for Marine Surveyors
As a marine surveyor, you play a crucial role across the marine industry. Your expertise to inspect and report on the condition and seaworthiness of boats, is key to maintaining standards across the industry. Your findings on structural integrity, machinery, equipment, and systems, identifying potential issues, damage, or necessary repairs, is crucial for insurance, financing, and purchasing decisions.…
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Product News
Plastic narrowboat reaches water
Renatus, a groundbreaking HDPE narrowboat, shown earlier this year at the Crick Boat Show, has finally been launched.
And the…
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Electric community boat hire offers training experience
The Bedford & Milton Keynes Trust is offering an unusual charter for the remaining weeks of this year. A group…
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Aquavista initiative disrupts mooring industry
Two recent initiatives from the major Aquavista marina chain seem to shakingg up the mooring industry – Explore 100 and…
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5.5kW 48V alternator from Sterling Power
A new alternator from Sterling Power could redefine what's expected of electrical systems on narrowboats – whether for new builds…
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