Jake Kavanagh
A former editor of Motor Boats Monthly magazine and a life-long boating enthusiast, Jake Kavanagh has spent 35 years as a full-time marine journalist. As IBI’s technical editor, Jake honed his skills as technical editor on several leading UK boating titles, including Practical Boat Owner, European Boat Builder, Sailing Today, The Marine Professional and Superyacht Business. He is also an author and illustrator, specialising in marine themes.
MarinasBrownell’s new outboard service stand
A new outboard and sterndrive service stand has been developed by US-based marina equipment specialist Brownell as a ‘one stop’ marina workshop aid
MarinasWalkable solar pavement for Valencia Port
A pilot project involving solar panels as part of a walkway is being trialled in the port of Valencia, with other Mediterranean marinas set to apply the concept
MarinasModular floating barriers for harbour protection
Designed and built in Saudi Arabia, a new modular floating barrier can be fully customised for the needs of any marine installation
MarinasRemote utilities metering for berth holders
UK-based Smarter Technologies has adapted its Orion buildings monitoring system to give marinas and bertholders easier access to utility control
NewsWomen navigate the future: Harnessing AI to transform the marine industry
A compelling forum at Metstrade brought together industry voices to examine technology’s transformative impact on the marine sector through a distinctly female lens
MarinasLarger sizes for FRP pontoon piles
Creative Composites Group adds 8in, 14in and 18in diameter options to its fibre-reinforced polymer piling system
MarinasYear 10 students learn about marina biofouling
A class of 14-year-old schoolchildren will be following the progress of biofouling in a typical marina as part of the EU’s PROBLEU project
Green TechnologiesAdvances in green tech
With growing pressure on the maritime sector to reduce energy use, minimise waste and champion sustainability, we look at some of the latest breakthroughs
MarinasCybercat for solar powered rubbish collection
A modular solar powered catamaran designed by Pietro Amato of Belisama Yachts is now actively collecting surface rubbish from the Venetian canals
MarinasElectric rental fleet via an app
Lake Energy has been formed in Italy to make electric boating available from specific marinas, hotels and resorts via an app and website
MarinasWater monitor helps preserve marina supplies
A new type of digital monitor and remote shut off valve is already helping airports and other commercial outlets detect water leaks and save money
Marinas‘Technical’ water to guarantee supply
Why wash boats down with premium quality drinking water when a new system can produce clean water for a lower price, and more sustainably, says Inoxtek
MarinasMarina Port de Mallorca awarded Blue Flag for 23rd year running
The award is granted by the Foundation for Environmental Education and acknowledges compliance with discerning environmental, service and safety criteria
MarinasMarine life ‘explodes’ on largest Dutch seawall
After discovering how an artificial reef has led to a huge increase in marine life living within the structure, the Lauwersoog area is to receive the largest installation to date
MarinasAutonomous electric harbour vessels trialled in Southampton
RAD Propulsion and Williams Shipping have been testing a project for the autonomous transport of construction materials across a busy port
MarinasAustralian marina to install ‘Elite’ pontoons in major makeover
Based on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia, the Southport Yacht Club and Marina is upgrading its pontoons and adding more superyacht berths
MarinasClimate resilient harbour plan for Guernsey
Responding to the pressures of rising sea levels and increasing leisure traffic, the Channel Island of Guernsey has adopted an ambitious port improvement plan.
MarinasKey sustainability priorities for NSW Ports
With a portfolio of major commercial assets along Australia’s New South Wales coastline, NSW Ports has embarked on an ambitious sustainability programme
EstoniaCharting a bold course in marine innovation
From autonomous vessels and smart battery systems to floating marina infrastructure, Estonia is steering the maritime sector toward a greener, more connected future
MarinasElectric ‘future proof’ hoists improve marina air quality
New regulatory demands on marina operators have paved the way for a new generation of emissions-free forklifts for boat lifting and storage
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