The RYA is pleased to announce a new partnership with Global Currency Exchange Network (GCEN) to launch a brand new member benefit; the RYA Prepaid MasterCard®.

Available to all existing and new members, the RYA Prepaid MasterCard® is a cost effective way for you to buy currency.  

With foreign exchange built in, prepaid cards are a smart way to travel enabling you to prepay currency on to your card in Sterling, Dollars or Euros (one currency per card) and can give you peace of mind, convenience and cost-savings so you can get on and enjoy your trip away.

Europe’s leading manufacturer of marine exhaust systems, Halyard, has undergone the biggest transformation of its corporate identity in the company’s history, with an overall re-brand designed to define and illustrate its strategic sales channels, in all communications.

Susan Bonnar from Lee-on-the-Solent, Hampshire has been chosen as the lucky winner in the RYA Android App competition, winning herself a Google Nexus 7.

Following the publication of the Marine Accident Investigation Branch’s Safety Bulletin 1/2013 today the RYA is reminding everyone driving powerboats and RIBs to wear a kill cord. 

In its bulletin the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) says that the RIB involved in the tragic accident in Padstow over the May Bank Holiday was fitted with a kill cord but that it was not attached to the driver at the time.

London’s St Katharine Docks has confirmed that it will once again host celebrations to coincide with the Mayor’s Thames Festival 2013. Running from 6th – 15th September 2013, The St Katharine Docks Classic Boat Festival will showcase classic and historic vessels in the central marina, including a rally of Dunkirk Little Ships.

Pilgrim, the authentic 1895 Brixham built gaff-rigged sailing trawler will make her first appearance, since undergoing a full restoration, at this year’s BMF South West Try A Boat Free event, part of BMF’s “On the Water” campaign.

On Sunday 26th May, Pilgrim, will be open for on-board viewings at the BMF South West Try a Boat event. The sailing trawler has been meticulously restored to her former glory by a dedicated group of volunteers and craftsmen.

As the 2013 Seawork International Show approaches, UK based marine exhaust specialist, Halyard, has announced yet another commercial success story with renowned Great Yarmouth based boat builder Alicat Workboats, to ensure its new four WFSV (Wind Farm Support Vessels) remain quiet on the water and to provide increased comfort for those on board.

With a growing need for all commercial vessels to be built with increasingly high levels of safety, reduced noise levels and enhanced crew comfort, Alicat Workboats has commissioned Halyard - internationally known and respected for its innovative design solutions - to design, build and install a full exhaust silencer system, for all four of its new state-of-the-art Offshore Wind Farm Service  Vessels.

Barton Marine fittings are now fitted as standard on all new Bembridge Swan Class day boats, built in the UK by the Bembridge Swan Boat Company.

Barton Marine fittings are now fitted as standard on all new Bembridge Swan Class day boats, built in the UK by the Bembridge Swan Boat Company.

Illustrating the company’s continued commitment to offering class-leading marinas and the finest customer experience for berth holders, Europe’s largest marina operator, MDL Marinas has recently completed another three refurbishment projects at its UK marinas. The leading operator has invested over £4m to-date, and has plans to continue to invest in the coming months.