With 9,000 GRP boats abandoned in Europe each year, finding disposal solutions isn't easy. Could new technologies be the answer? Nic Compton finds out
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Tested: Bluetooth marine stereo: Fusion RA210
We test the Fusion RA210 bluetooth marine stereo to see if it can stand up to life afloat and how it compares to other audio options
Moody S38: a good all-round family cruising boat
Looking for a good all-round family cruising boat with a good turn of speed, there are plenty of strong contenders, including the Moody S38
Rope, rigging & deck gear: how to choose the right rope
Rope continues to develop every year. We take a look at the plethora of options on the market
The dirty truth about teak
Teak is beloved by boat owners and shipyards for decking and yacht building, but any claims that it is sustainably or even legally sourced are questionable, says Jessie Rogers
UK sailors with boats in Europe granted Returned Goods Relief extension
Boat owners, whose vessels were in the EU at the end of the Brexit transition period, now have until 30 June 2022 to qualify for Returned Goods Relief (RGR)
Round the Island Race 2021: Entries open
Entries have now opened for the Round the Island Race 2021, which this year celebrates its 90th anniversary
Lively Lady: Sir Alec Rose’s yacht lives again
Dick Durham discovers the restored Lively Lady is still wowing the crowds 50 years after Sir Alec Rose completed his groundbreaking global circumnavigation
Moody 41 DS: A deck saloon that pushes all boundaries
Adopting a fresh approach to deck-saloon design, the Moody 41 DS is an exceptionally roomy cruiser that pushes a lot of boundaries, says David Harding
Nicholson 32: an ocean-going pedigree that lasts
Built entirely out of GRP, the Nicholson 32’s ocean-going pedigree remains desirable to this day, says Duncan Kent