The latest news from Spidersnet Marine
Webinars launched by UK government to prepare businesses for ‘No-deal’ Brexit
The Government recently revealed that they would be running two webinars to offer businesses clarity in the event that the UK was to leave the European Union without a deal. The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) will host the webinars,...
A boat broker’s guide to brand loyalty
When it comes to selling boats online there are a few things that our team here at Spidersnet Marine and our brokers feel are extremely important. We’ve spoken time and time again about the importance of search engine optimisation, explaining what it is and why it’s...
National survey to be launched in a bid to understand salaries in the UK marine industry
For the first time, a national salary survey is being carried out to gain an in-depth insight into the salaries being earned across the marine sector. Specialist recruitment consultancy firm Marine Resources, has teamed up with British Marine and Maritime UK to carry...
Year two of ‘Show Environmental Pledge’ launched by British Marine
British Marine is continuing and improving its long-term goal of having a positive impact on the environment as it launches the second year of its Environmental Pledge. Year two of the campaign will be launched at the Southampton International Boat Show in September...
Marine Industry ‘hasn’t got it’s act together’ over fibreglass
One of the UK’s biggest boat builders states that the marine industry hasn’t got its act together when it comes to recycling fibreglass. During the 1960’s the marine industry was revolutionised when using fibreglass was introduced as a more efficient and...
11 out of 22 fatalities last year may have been avoided if life jackets were worn
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency Casualty Review Panel has reviewed 22 fatalities from last year ruling that 11 lives could’ve been saved if they had been wearing a life jacket. This figure is slightly lower than last year’s number of 13 lives (out of 27...
Have your say: Red diesel consultation to be launched by HM Revenue and Customs
HM Revenue and Customs are asking boat owners to have their say on proposed changes to the rules surrounding red diesel use in private pleasure craft. The proposed change of rules is a result of a judgement of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU). Last...
Sunsail launches new UK charter fleet in £3.75m investment
Sunsail, one of the leading yacht charter holiday companies, has announced that it will add a number of new Jeanneau yachts to its UK fleet. This will see the company invest around £3.75million, adding 15 new yachts in 2020, and 10 more in 2021. This new fleet, based...
A boat broker’s guide to responding to online reviews
Most boat brokers understand the importance of online reviews. When it comes to buying a boat the opinions of others can be very influential. When you take into account that almost 90% of consumers seek out reviews online before deciding whether to visit a dealership,...
Southampton International Boat Show – Activities and exhibitors announced
Southampton International Boat Show is on the horizon and this year’s event will highlight the accessibility, flexibility and inclusivity of boating. Britain’s biggest boating festival, which takes place from Friday 13 September to Sunday 22 September 2019, announced...