Lake Como’s Nautical Treasure: The Museo Barca Lariana Housed in a 19th-century former spinning mill, the Museo Barca Lariana is nestled in Pianelle del Lario, on the shores of Italy’s Lake Como. This historically rich location, with its loft-like ambiance, welcomes visitors to explore its extensive collection. The museum boasts approximately 3,000 photographs, 1,000 historical…
Slowing Down After Years of Euphoria The years 2020-2022 were marked by a real buying frenzy, fueled by the health crisis. Travel restrictions and the search for escape led thousands of Americans to turn to recreational boating, leading to a spectacular increase in new boat sales. Shipyards were even struggling to keep up, lengthening delivery…
Aston Martin’s AM37: A Luxurious Day Cruiser Blending Performance and Elegance Born from a collaboration between Aston Martin and Quintessence Yachts, the AM37 is a 37-foot (approximately 11.3 meters) day cruiser designed to combine luxury and sportiness. Available in two versions, it offers respectable performance with a top speed estimated at 45 knots for the…
The Captain’s Dilemma: Duty, Honor, and Survival at Sea A Tradition More Than an Obligation Historically, the rule of the captain being the last to leave their ship is primarily a matter of honor and responsibility. Their role is not only to command but also to ensure the safety of their crew and passengers. The…
The Rise of Flexible Boating: Semi-Rigid and Day Boats Take Over In recent years, the way people approach boating has undergone a significant shift. There’s a growing preference for simple, accessible, and spontaneous experiences over the constraints of larger boats or sailboats. This desire for freedom is perfectly met by the increasing popularity of semi-rigid…
Protecting Metal Parts on Your Boat When you haul out for maintenance, after cleaning the hull and before applying antifouling paint, several components need inspection. Among these are anodes, which protect submerged metal parts (engine mounts, propellers, through-hull fittings, etc.) and the cooling water circuit from corrosion. Corrosion affects all boats with metal parts in…
Navigating the Tech Landscape: Challenges and Opportunities for SMEs in Gothenburg The Gothenburg tech scene is booming and developing rapidly. However, despite a strong academic connection and innovative startups, many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) struggle to keep up with technological advancements. Digital transformation, automation, and new business models demand change – but how can…
Small Engines Popular with Boaters Whether for powering a dinghy or a small boat, be it a sailboat, motorboat, or fishing boat, small engines are highly valued by boaters. An added benefit is that a license is not required for engines under 6 hp. One manufacturer understands this well and is offering a discount of…
Why Were Boaters Renting Out Their Boats? For many boat owners, renting out their vessel is a way to offset the high costs of maintenance and mooring. Between insurance, port fees, and annual upkeep, a boat represents a considerable investment, even when it’s not used frequently. With these new prohibitions, some boaters may have to…
The Environmental Toll of Maritime Transport: A Sea of Pollution Alarming figures only tell part of the story. They often overlook the various forms of pollution generated by maritime transport, including the discharge of wastewater, plastic waste, toxic substances, and the accidental loss of fishing gear, which become deadly traps for marine life. Multiple Discharges,…