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Another consultation on boat licensing
The Canal & River Trust is promising a final public consultation on boat licensing, from December 2026 through to February 2027.
This follows a report…
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Four Anglian businesses for sale
Four riverside businesses came up for sale on the Anglian Waterways at the same time this summer, all on freehold and all due to retirement. …
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New year target for Llangollen breach repair
The Llangollen Canal’s breached Whitchurch embankment appears to be on target for repair by the end of this year. As we went to press the…
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Boat lift reopening promised in 2027
The Canal & River Trust says it is still aiming to reopen one caisson of the Anderton Boat Lift by May 2027, despite having to…
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Dealing with drought
Paul Knox-Johnston, Sales & Marketing Manager (Marine), Haven Knox-Johnston
We certainly can’t complain that summer 2026 has been damp and miserable! At the time of writing, temperatures are expected to peak at 38ºC and according to the National Drought Group, 71.3% of England is now in drought. As we know, the weather plays a huge role in the ups and downs of the marine industry with good weather encouraging boaters out on to the water to enjoy life afloat. However, as the climate changes, it is more and more apparent that it is possible to have too much of a good thing!…
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Product News
Super wipes
Chicopee Lavette Super wipes aren’t a new product. They've been available for quite a few years but are still little…
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New luxury cruiser for Portugal’s River Douro
The Douro, Portugal’s most popular cruising river, has no shortage of hotel ships. Indeed, around 30 such boats currently operate…
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Foundation in Water Safety
Safety training company Birmingham & Midland Marine Services has started short ‘Foundation In Water Safety’ courses for private boaters.
The…
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Alde compact diesel heater
Alde has long been known for gas-powered central heating systems, latterly for its popular Compact. Now the company has added…
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