Passagemaker Newswire
Fire Consumes Two Boats at Hinckley Yacht Services
Town manager says the fire started as workers were making fiberglass hull repairs using flammable resin.
La Niña Will Persist into 2022
Conditions are also favoring a wet winter in the Pacific Northwest.
Winterization Truths and Myths
Free downloadable winterization guide explains how to properly prepare a boat for winter.
NOAA Reaches Ocean Mapping Milestone
NOAA has been leading efforts to complete seafloor mapping in U.S. waters.
NOAA Locates Polluting Shipwreck
A NOAA Ocean Exploration multibeam survey positively identified the wreck of an oil tanker, and the source of recent oil slicks.
An Actor Buys an Old Wooden Boat—Then the Fun Starts
After chartering wooden boats, “The Americans” actor Matthews Rhys decided to buy and restore one of his own: a 1930s Wheeler Playmate.
Give the Gift of Safer Cruising
Still trying to find the perfect boating gift? Don't miss the BoatUS 2021 Holiday Safety Gear Buyers Guide
Raymarine Introduces Next-Generation Radar
Cyclone solid-state CHIRP pulse compression open-array radars tout striking form, extreme capability, and ruggedness.
North Pacific Yachts Wins People's Choice Award at Trawlerfest
Trawlerfest Baltimore show-goers name the North Pacific 49 Euro as the 2021 "People's Choice."
Seattle Yachts Acquires Bullfrog Boats
Bullfrog Boats is a leader in quality yacht tenders and utility vessels.
Kadey-Krogen Unveils New Models
Shipyard announces the Kadey-Krogen 60 Open, Summit 54 Coupe and Summit 62 Motoryacht.
Trawlerfest Newport Postponed
The Trawlerfest events team has made the difficult decision to postpone Trawlerfest Newport.
Bering Yachts 77 Explorer Arrives (photos & video)
Veronika, the 77-foot passage maker by Bering Yachts, prepares to embark on an Australian nature expedition.
Balmar Releases MC-618 Smart Regulator and SG205 Battery Monitor
Users can now monitor the charging system in realtime and manage charging programs from their smartphones.
This Cool New App Is Like An Airbnb For Dockage
Maryland startup Dockshare helps boaters find docks and dock owners make extra income.
12 Boating Safety Tips for Memorial Day Weekend—and Beyond
More people (newbies included) may be hitting the water this weekend than ever before. Here's how to stay safe while having fun out there.
Burger Boat Company Introduces 66 Motor Yacht
The Burger 66 motor yacht concept includes options for flybridge and extensive internal customization.
Live Demo: Outer Reef’s "Bridgeview Deck"
Outer Reef presents an innovative new feature to enhance outdoor enjoyment on board.
Green Light For Vineyard Wind Project
The federal government has approved the first large-scale offshore wind farm in the United States.
Buyers and Sellers Beware
So many scams, so little time. Here's the latest one percolating in the pandemic brew of desperation boat shopping.
First Look: Leen 56 Trimaran (Video)
Leen Trimarans has launched the first hybrid exploration trimaran, the Leen 56.
Circa Marine Launches 24m Adventure Cruiser
Named after an albatross species, this 24-meter aluminum explorer vessel is New Zealand designed and built.
Virtual Debut: Aquila 54 Power Catamaran (Video)
Sweeping lines, a dramatic bow profile and wave-piercing bulb technology highlight the Aquila 54, which has made its official debut.
Fly the Friendly Skies—To Your Boat?
Outer Reef Yachts will offer an aviation concierge service that utilizes a network of private airports around the world.
FLIR M364C Takes the Night Shift
Learn about the new maritime camera that's transforming how mariners see in the dark.
Launch Report: Bering Yachts 77
The steel-hulled Bering 77 is the big sister to the Bering 65, adding 161,000 lbs. of displacement.
From Workboat to Luxury Yacht in 45 Seconds (Video)
Time-lapse recorded conversion project shows the ultimate support vessel makeover in fast-forward.
Preview: Vicem 50 Classic
The fiberglass-constructed new Vicem 50 Classic model makes landfall in the U.S.
Vote Now for America's "Best Harbor"
Join millions around the country to vote in an annual contest to find the “Best Harbor” in the United States.
First Arksen 85 Explorer Vessel Sold, Second Hull to Commence Build
Owners of Hull No. 1 will embark on a world tour while also conducting research and conservation work.
Naval Mine Washes Ashore In Florida
A possible naval training explosive was found on a Florida beach on Sunday.
Massive Container Ship Wedged In Suez Canal
Suez Canal blocked after a ship heading north to the Mediterranean ran aground in high winds and a dust storm.
New Models Underway At Nordhavn
Nordhavn Yachts has announced the addition of two new models to its fleet: the N625 and the N71.
Bering Yachts Unveils 72 Explorer
Meet the Bering 72: a versatile explorer yacht designed for owner-friendly navigation and family expeditions.
Time to Cry Foul Over Erie Canal Changes
Proposed changes could be detrimental to the historic waterway frequented by Loopers for years to come.
About That Floating Tanker...
Lessons learned from the infamous floating tanker that blew up social media.
Passagemaker Writers Take Top Honors at Annual Awards
Passagemaker contributors score 1st- and 2nd-place awards across multiple categories.
Video: Huge Wave Splits Cargo Ship In Half
A bridge camera captures the moment a cargo ship is snapped in half off the coast of Turkey.
Baxter Marine Group Forms Vessel Management Dream Team
Baxter Marine Group has announced the acquisition of Wheelhouse Technologies, Vessel Vanguard and SeaKit Brands.
Nordhavn 51 Unveiled
The all-new N51 follows the recently launched N41 design, but with more room, an additional head and a flybridge.
Raymarine Helps Students Hunt Shipwrecks
Canadian educator and students use Raymarine technology to locate and document undiscovered shipwrecks in the St. Lawrence Seaway.
FLIR Systems Introduces Raymarine YachtSense
YachtSense offers scalable, customizable and failsafe marine automation through intuitive control of onboard systems.
Passagemaker Featured On Marine Max Podcast
Editor-in-Chief Andrew Parkinson discusses Trawler Talk, TrawlerFest and the magazine on Marine Max's "From the Helm" Boating Broadcast.
Industry Mourns John T. Keenan
Keenan circled the globe numerous times on some of the world's greatest ocean-going vessels.
Circa Marine 24m Expedition Motor Yacht Hull No. 2 Underway
New Zealand builder Circa embarks on its second 24m (78-foot) Expedition Motor Yacht.
Introducing the Highfield Sport Collection
Highfield Boats is set to launch its Sport collection of aluminum-hull RIBs with 11 new models.
UPDATE: Florida Boater Rescued While Clinging To Capsized Boat (w/AUDIO)
Listen to USCG audio with M/V Angeles and rescued mariner Stuart Bee.
Icom M605 Wins Excellence Award
For the fourth year in a row, Icom received top honors at this year’s virtual NMEA Marine Electronics Conference