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Reassurance on the future of the Bridgewater
The Bridgewater Canal Company has acted swiftly to reassure waterways enthusiasts about the future of the canal, following the breach at the Dunham Embankment on…
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Water company grant buys new workboat for MOWS
Melton & Oakham Waterways Society has taken delivery of a new workboat, thanks to a grant from the Severn Trent water company.
The boat was…
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Dredging starts on cyanide-hit Walsall Canal
Work began in early April to remove contaminated silt from the Walsall Canal.Dredging is an essential step before the waterway can be reopened to boats…
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HVO defended from 'significant fraud' claim
UK supporters of HVO, the new type of diesel made from waste cooking oil, have come to its defence after an environmental group alleged that…
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Crick Boat Show
Your guide to exhibiting at Britain’s premier canal boat event
Celebrating its 25th year, the Crick Boat Show sponsored by Haven Knox Johnston is the focal point of the year for the inland waterways. It brings together around 250 exhibitors with thousands of boat owners and aspiring boat owners in the biggest single gathering of the British inland waterways industry. As an exhibitor at Crick you can showcase your company to an audience of boating enthusiasts, boating industry professionals and meet existing and future customers. …
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Product News
Hire and learn from Midland Marine
Safety training organisation Birmingham & Midland Marine is now offering official RYA Inland Waters Helmsman Certificate training courses as an…
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Engine temperature sensor
If your boat’s diesel engine came without a proper temperature gauge and you don’t want to be taken by surprise…
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Anti-rust lubricant
Lubricants are intended to provide more than just slipperiness. Industry specialist Witham reminds us that its ProLan Heavy Grade Lubricant…
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Skinners sock shoes
While the ‘ultralight boots’ might make you skip with carefree delight on muddy towpaths, an even more lightweight option is…
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