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• 25/09/2014
  BMF Technical update
  This is the opportunity to change the way engineers are Gas Safe assessed for boats, yachts and other vessel installation.
• 25/09/2014
  Sponsorship for the METS Coffee Bar and Drinks Reception
  The British Marine Federation (BMF) is excited to announce the official METS 2014 sponsors of the British Pavilions (Hall 3).
• 25/09/2014
  ICOMIA Recreational Boating Industry Statistics
  Gain critical insight in to the global boating market with the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) Recreational Boating Industry Statistics book (RRP €600) – now available to BMF members free of charge!
• 25/09/2014
  British superyacht success
  New research from the British Marine Federation (BMF) and its association, Superyacht UK, reports the UK based superyachts manufacturing and supply to be at its most positive for 7 years. It reveals the value of the sector to have grown by 7.1% from 2012/13 (£492 million in 2013/14) with profits rising for 43% of respondents.
• 25/09/2014
  Excitement builds for London Boat Show 2015
  Following the unveiling of the new London Boat Show, with its dramatic imagery, exhibitors are quickly signing up to take space at the world class event, including prestigious sail and motor boat manufacturer Beneteau.
• 25/09/2014
  Marine industry shines at PSP Southampton Boat Show
  In total over 112,000 people visited the PSP Southampton Boat Show throughout the 10 days, 12-21 September. Exhibitors and visitors alike made the most of the improving economy and glorious weather.
• 25/09/2014
  Spirits and sales high at festival of boating
  As the 2014 PSP Southampton Boat Show drew to a close yesterday (Sunday 21 September), over 112,000 people had enjoyed a real festival of boating. Exhibitors and visitors alike made the most of the improving economy and glorious weather throughout the 10 days.
• 25/09/2014
  Sir Ben Ainslie awards British Marine Federation's apprentices at PSP Southampton Boat Show
  Gold medal winning Olympian, Sir Ben Ainslie, celebrated the British Marine Federation’s Apprentice award scheme on Tuesday 16th September at the PSP Southampton Boat Show. Fifty five graduating apprentices from all areas of the marine industry were presented with their awards by the America’s Cup sailor.
• 25/09/2014
  The Yacht Harbour Association launches improved marina standards
  The Yacht Harbour Association’s (TYHA) 7th Edition Code of Practice which has been eighteen months in the making was launched at the 2013 Marina Conference on Wednesday 8 May.
• 24/09/2014
  New research shows industry value and jobs growth with British superyacht success
  As the UK economy is navigating calmer waters, the British superyacht sector is racing ahead, with 69% of members responding to the Superyacht UK survey rating prospects for the next 12 months as good or excellent. The forecast is the most positive outlook for UK based superyacht manufacturing and supply for seven years.