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  Oyster 675

  At the start of 2016, hull no. one of the Oyster 675 saw her deck being fitted by the skilled team at our Wroxham yard in Norfolk. Designed ...

  On February 10, 2016 / By Administrator
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  Oceans to Have More Plastic Than Fish by 2050

  The world’s oceans may have more plastic debris than fish by the year 2050, according to a report produced by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and published by the ...

  On February 10, 2016 / By Administrator
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  SignalFlags Tool

  The international maritime signal flags represent letters and numbers. In addition to the letter these flags have further meanings in seafaring. The SignalFlags Tool app tells you the ...

  On February 10, 2016 / By Administrator
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  Boat Rat's Tip of the Week 0

  Have You Inspected Your Chainplates Recently?

  Pete Dubler takes us through his rigging refit. Previously published in BWS. Over the last few years Jill, my wife, and I have read lots of stories of ...

  On February 10, 2016 / By Administrator
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  How Everyone Can Protect Coral Reefs

  Even if you live far from coral reefs, you can have an impact on reef health and conservation. Coral reefs play a vital role in sustaining the health ...

  On February 10, 2016 / By Administrator
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  Is a Fuel Cell Right For You?

  Andrew Cross explores the ins and outs of fuel cells. Previously published in BWS. Alternative energy sources used to keep our batteries topped up and our amenities running ...

  On February 10, 2016 / By Administrator
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  Ocean Cruising Club Announces Award Recipients for 2015

  Each year, the Ocean Cruising Club (OCC) recognizes the outstanding achievements of blue water sailors and brings those achievements to the attention of the sailing community at large. ...

  On February 10, 2016 / By Administrator
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  Congress Extends Length of Documentation for US Vessels

  by Captain Robert Beringer[spacer height=”10px”] Boat owners who document their vessels with the USCG enjoy the benefits of conclusive evidence of nationality and ownership outside US waters, which ...

  On February 10, 2016 / By Administrator
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  Coppercoat Can Now Fly!

  Customers of long lasting Coppercoat anti-fouling paint have reason to celebrate; their 10 year touch up kits can fly with them, instead of being shipped. The International Air ...

  On February 10, 2016 / By Administrator
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  Scotsman and Irish Woman Die in Grounding off Coast of South Africa

  A Scottish man and an Irish woman have died after a yacht ran into trouble off the western coast of South Africa. The man, understood to be George Mills, ...

  On February 4, 2016 / By Administrator