Anderton Boat Lift gate repairs prioritised to get navigation back open

We’re today announcing that it will be prioritising the programme of works at Anderton Boat Lift during the year ahead that will see the ‘Cathedral of the Canals’ back open and operational for boaters. The investment will enable the lift to transfer boats between the Trent & Mersey Canal and the River Weaver once again…

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Steve Bell on Superyacht Radio

Live from the Atlantic: Steve Bell on Superyacht Radio Silent Yachts was recently featured on Superyacht Radio, where interviewer Walter Schmid connected live with our Vice Chairman and captain of the trip, Steve Bell, as he crossed the Atlantic aboard the Silent 62 3-Deck “100%”. Speaking from the middle of the ocean, Steve offered an…

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Wigan canal reopens to boats after water main burst

Boats can return to cruising the seven-mile length of the Leigh Branch of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in Wigan as it reopens following a large water main burst in August. United Utilities burst water main repairs on Leigh Branch Our engineers worked closely with United Utilities, who owns the water main, to carry out…

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Endorsing the Boat Licence Commission’s Report

The report of the independent Commission set up to review the legal framework around boat licensing has been welcomed by our Board, which thanks the Commissioners and endorses the report’s analysis The review The report concluded that boat licensing needs reform to reflect the current and future use of the waterways and noted the considerable…

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The Silent 62 3-Deck “100%” begins its Atlantic crossing

The Silent 62 3-Deck “100%” has departed from Gibraltar and is now sailing toward Antigua on a solar-electric Atlantic crossing. On board, a crew of five will make the passage in stages, following the traditional route via the Canary Islands. Vice Chairman Steve Bell is the Captain on board for this journey, sharing life at…

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Torqeedo unveils new products at Metstrade 2025

Premiere: Torqeedo unveils new outboard motors and system components at Metstrade 2025 Torqeedo presents the new Cruise 3.0 (48 V) and 6.0 (48 V) models, the new Travel XS, and a new generation of Deep Blue system components for the first time at Metstrade in Amsterdam from November 18–20. The upgraded Cruise models stand out…

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Boat licence fees for 2026-27

We’re today announcing an increase in boat licence fees for both private boat owners and boating businesses of 4.85% from 1 April 2026. The rise is based on Bank of England forecasts that inflation will remain at around 3.8% through until April 2026. Surcharges for boats without a home mooring and wide beam boats, introduced from…

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MEET THE BALTIC YACHTS TEAM AT METSTRADE 2025

Our award-winning Service & Refit team will be present at Metstrade, 18–20 November, and you will find us in the new Superyacht Hall 8, stand 108. We are looking forward to meeting both new and familiar faces to talk about all thing yachting. Register for a free ticket and schedule your appointment in advance.  …

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