Arcachon Nautical Show: A Decade of Maritime Passion A Meeting of Tradition and Modernity This year’s show will host several exceptional sailing ships, including the Belem, which will carry the Olympic flame, the Belle Poule, a training ship of the French Navy, the Lys Noir, built in Arcachon in 1914, and the four Pen Duick…
Unique Boats Designed for the Vendée Globe Event As an official partner of the Vendée Globe, Zodiac Nautic supported every stage of the race with 42 rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) mobilized to support the skippers, ensure safety, and capture key moments from start to finish. Now, this limited series is available for sale, with a…
A Gripping Documentary Film Directed by Natalie Hewit, this documentary follows the remarkable 2022 expedition by a team of archaeologists and scientists determined to locate and film the Endurance, lost since 1915 in the icy depths of the Weddell Sea. Using advanced underwater technologies and impressive logistical resources, the team managed to find the wreck,…
Volvo ES90: The Next All-Electric Vehicle Unveiled In just one week, Volvo will unveil its next all-electric vehicle, the Volvo ES90, designed for a balanced lifestyle. The Volvo ES90 combines user-friendly technology with Scandinavian design for safer and more enjoyable journeys every day. The ES90 will be revealed in Stockholm at a special event in…
Cleaning Your Boat Deck: A Step-by-Step Guide From Grime to Fungi It’s normal for a boat deck to become dirty after several months without maintenance. On smooth surfaces, this often appears as superficial black streaks. On non-slip surfaces, dirt tends to become embedded, and black spots may appear. These spots are often the result of…
VHF Radio Onboard: A Safety Essential Having a VHF radio onboard is crucial for maritime safety. Here’s what you need to know: VHF Radio Watchkeeping Regulations require vessels navigating offshore to have a fixed VHF radio. For extended offshore navigation, a portable VHF radio is also necessary. It’s not enough to simply possess a VHF…
HMS Halland Submarine relaunched after extensive upgrades On Thursday, February 13th, the submarine HMS Halland was relaunched at Saab’s shipyard in Karlskrona after undergoing a comprehensive mid-life modification. HMS Halland is the third and final submarine in the Gotland class to undergo this upgrade, which includes new technologies and systems of the same type that…
EasyPark Group Finalizes Acquisition of Parkopedia EasyPark Group has completed its acquisition of Parkopedia, a global leader in digital solutions for vehicles. By combining Parkopedia’s technology for infotainment systems and payments with EasyPark’s digital parking solutions, EasyPark aims to enhance the user experience for drivers. “The acquisition opens up new opportunities, and we look forward…
A Technical Assessment to Avoid Pitfalls When Buying a Boat Even a boat that appears to be in good condition can hide hidden flaws or costly problems to repair. Hence the value of calling on a marine surveyor, who will scrutinize every critical element of the boat: The hull and structure: cracks, osmosis (for polyester…
Understanding the French Boating Tax and How to Avoid It In France, a registration tax applies to pleasure boats registered in the country. However, certain types of boats are exempt from this tax. The key? Two major criteria must be met simultaneously: A hull length (LHT) less than or equal to 7 meters. An administrative…