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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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CRT starts major heritage survey
How have the state of the waterways changed over the last 30 years? The Canal & River Trust has begun a heritage survey to find…
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Surge in unsafe boats on waterways says RCR
River Canal Rescue is dealing with a surge in unsafe boats cruising the inland waterways. The breakdown service estimates around 16% of its 3,500 yearly…
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New commercial wharf near Leeds is now the UK’s most inland port
A new freight facility saw its first cargo on 6th May, when Casper River & Canal Transport’s MV Off-Roader delivered 400 tons of sea-dredged aggregates…
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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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