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Marina-focussed consultancy launches
Two long-standing waterways business figures have launched a consultancy advising on a new approach to the inland marina market.
John Eads and Mick Bettesworth have…
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Narrowboat sinking blocks canal entrance
The Chesterfield Canal was blocked off at the end of October after a narrowboat sank in the River Trent on the approach to West Stockwith…
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Boat training courses at Leeds Dock
Leeds Dock is the latest centre of inland waterways training, after it began offering courses in both amateur and professional boat-handling in November 2026.
The…
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Beta Marine launches 40th Anniversary Challenge
Has your boat got the oldest working narrowboat engine?
Beta Marine is teaming up with the Crick Boat Show and Waterways World to celebrate its…
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Advice
Winter risks
Emma Ratcliff, Haven Knox-Johnston Commercial
Simple steps to help prevent common insurance claims over the winter months
As the nights draw in and winter approaches, your inland waterways business faces additional risks. From frozen pipes and storm damage to slips, theft and flooding, a relatively minor incident can quickly escalate into a costly insurance claim and significant business disruption.…
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Product News
Keelz brings boat management inland
Keelz is a new computer app that aims to take the paperwork and guesswork out of boat ownership, bringing maintenance…
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Compact tools
HOTO might be described as the Apple or Dyson of domestic tools, with a range of modern gadgets that place…
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Portable power system
Power specialist Anker has launched the Solix S2000 Portable Power Station, a rechargeable 2kWh battery unit capable of delivering 1,500W…
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Acoustic imaging camera
It isn’t often that we see a gadget that we want before we even know why we want it. But…
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