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.
MarinasMarina technology drives sustainable practices, smarter operations
Marinas and leisure harbours are going through a fundamental transformation as they embrace better environmental practices and adopt smarter ways of working
Outboard enginesElectric outboard makers redefine performance, range and design
The initial rush of new brands is now giving way to refinements to existing models, including more streamlined and integrated designs, and with better performance
UKUK equipment sector set for positive post-Brexit outlook
Thanks to specialist innovation and advanced manufacturing, UK suppliers are continuing to find commercial success around the world
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
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