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Yachting Monthly
Contents: November 2001
Features Victory for Essex Man Cruising man Dick Durham joins his countymen and women aboard the 12 Metre Victory for a place in the Americaís Cup Jubilee. Cruising to Ireland…
Job cuts as Sunsail closes business travel operation
UK charter holiday operator Sunsail has announced that it is to close its Sunsail Business Travel operation effective from October 26
Traditionally-built boat completes 83-day voyage
Col. John Blashford-Snell and his band of maritime explorers have completed their first transoceanic passage on their reed boat Kota-Mama
Trimaran attempt on 145-year-old record
The 53-foot trimaran, Great American II, is reported to have crossed the Equator two days ago, a day ahead of the pace on her attempt to break the record for…
Crown Estates to manage Hamble moorings
Crown Estates will take over the management of the moorings on the River Hamble from Hampshire County Council. This news follows discussions with council representatives and river users, after management…
Prout alive again, new company, same premises
A new company, Prout UK, has taken over the Canvey Island premises of Prout Catamarans, in administration since 12 September.
Sowester Simpson-Lawrence in administration
Sowester Simpson-Lawrence in administration
IMO adopts ban on harmful antifouling
A new IMO convention will prohibit the use of harmful organotins in anti-fouling paints used on ships and will establish a mechanism to prevent the potential future use of other…
Marine finance lender reports buoyant business
The latest figures from Bank of Scotland Marine Finance show a very healthy increase in lending with more business expected in the wake of Southampton Boat Show