The main building at Bridgeport Boatworks stretches seemingly without end. When I arrive at the guardhouse gate, owner Harry Boardsen welcomes me and guides me inside, where the scale of the operation immediately impresses. Two giant catamaran commuter fast ferries sit end to end, and a full-sized tugboat rises above us, all supported on blocks … Read more

Stepping into the compact maritime gallery on Water Street in Stonington, Connecticut, visitors are immediately transported by evocative paintings of ships and yachts at sea—some serene, others caught in peril. J-Class yachts heel over under full sail; a lobster boat fights a frothy chop; and a chilly colonial Boston waterfront is crowded with merchantmen anchored … Read more

Bruce Kessler, the Loss of Zopilote, and the Hidden Danger of Seamounts Tributes continue to arrive for offshore cruiser Bruce Kessler, who died in April at age 88. Kessler was a pioneering figure among powerboat cruisers, one of the earliest to circumnavigate by power and a major influence on the modern community of offshore power … Read more

Nonskid decks used to be viewed as purely functional and, frankly, a bit dull. That perception has changed over the past decade thanks to a marine flooring revolution sparked by adhesive-backed foam nonskid products. What began as small pads and swim-platform kits has evolved into full-deck solutions that combine safety, comfort and custom style—a trend … Read more

Boating attire has changed dramatically over the last six decades. Where sailors once relied on cork life jackets, canvas shoes and heavy wool, modern boating gear blends performance fabrics, safety technology and timeless style. Below is a concise look at how we dressed in the past and what commonly appears on decks today, from regatta … Read more

Cruising the New Hampshire–Maine Coast: A Week on the Gulf of Maine Summer cruising along the northern East Coast offers some of the most varied and scenic waterways in New England. If you have a week or more to explore, the stretch of coast around the New Hampshire–Maine state line is an ideal choice. From … Read more

Pursuit Boats and Chapman School of Seamanship: Practical Safety Training for New Owners Two years ago Pursuit Boats partnered with the Chapman School of Seamanship in Stuart, Florida, to offer a focused safety and boat-handling course for new Pursuit owners. The program blends classroom instruction with on-the-water practice and has earned praise from both novice … Read more

Jeanneau NC 895 Series 2 Review: A Stout, Smart 29-Foot Cruiser Jeanneau’s NC 895 was already a solid boat, but the redesigned NC 895 Series 2 elevates the model in nearly every respect. Rather than merely dressing up the existing hull, Jeanneau completely rethought the boat — new hull, deck, interior layout and propulsion — … Read more

Schooner Bowdoin Returns to the Arctic: Maine Maritime Academy Expedition to Greenland The historic schooner Bowdoin, built specifically for Arctic exploration in 1921 at Hodgdon Brothers Shipyard in East Boothbay, Maine, is once again bound for the high latitudes. Owned and operated by Maine Maritime Academy (MMA), the vessel is carrying six professional crew members … Read more

Nanni is a respected name in the marine industry with origins dating back to 1952 in Milan, Italy. Founded as a company focused on marinizing engines, Nanni has grown into a global reference for complete marine power solutions. Over nearly seven decades the company has built a reputation for engineering, reliability, and product range tailored … Read more