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December 2009 Boat Show Launched on HMS WALNEY May 2009 Second Annual Jersey Boat Show Attracts Thousands April 2009 RYA Surgery for Boat Owners April 2009 Jersey Boat Show to host St Helier’s Sea Sunday Service April 2009 Armor Boats Range 39 launched at the Jersey Boat Show. April 2009 A Real Flavour of the Sea! March 2009 Royal Navy “proud to be supporting the Jersey Boat show". March 2009 Great idea for a May Bank Holiday Break! September 2008 Jersey Boat Show 2009 - Dates Announced May 2008 Jersey Boat Show heralded a success! May 2008 We're Open for Business! April 2008 Full Steam Ahead For Jersey Boat Show April 2008 HMS Kent - Visits for Jersey Boat Show March 2008 Website - Goes Live! March 2008 Waterbuoy - as seen on BBC's Dragon's Den March 2008 Jersey Boat Show announced

December 2009
Boat Show Launched on HMS WALNEY

‘Youth’ will be the theme of the third annual Jersey Boat Show next year, which organizers are announcing as taking place on the 1st – 4th May 2010.

The Show will be officially launched on board the Royal Navy mine hunter, HMS Walney when she is brought into St. Helier Harbour by her Commanding Officer, Old Victorian, Lieutenant Commander Marcus Jacques,

“As part of the visit I am very proud to be able to launch the 2010 Jersey Boat Show with the focus being on youth organizations. Throughout my formative years the sea has played a significant role in my life.

From the surf at St Ouen to messing about in boats at the Royal Channel Island Yacht Club with Victoria College, I have had one of the best initiations I could have ever wished for and I hope my visit will inspire more to follow.”

Lieutenant Commander Marcus Jacques will welcome the Chief Minister and Jersey Harbours Chief Executive Officer, Howard Le Cornu on board for the formal announcement. Guests from the Royal Navy, show exhibitors and members of Island youth groups will also be onboard to mark the launch of the 2010 Jersey Boat Show.

Representatives from across the local Royal Navy youth and cadet organisations will also be invited to join the crew on the Naval Mine Hunter to celebrate the special focus on ‘youth’ for next year’s show.

Speaking at the event, Mr Le Cornu said: “We are delighted to formally announce the dates for the 2010 Jersey Boat Show. The past two years have proved a resounding success for the show and we are building on that success each year. We are particularly thrilled that the Royal Navy has come over to Jersey with the sole aim of helping us to launch the event. It is a mark of the growing significance of the Jersey Boat Show in the boating calendar to have such a prestigious presence here in the Island today.”

The 2010 event will take place at the start of the boating season, over the Bank Holiday weekend, 1,2 and 3 May.

The three-day Show will take place in the maritime heart of St Helier featuring power, sail and water sports, along with local food produce, craft, music and family activities.

Assistant Minister for Economic Development, Senator Paul Routier, said: “ We are very proud to have the Royal Navy here to launch our 2010 Boat Show. Last year HMS York attended the show and was one of the most popular attractions and we would be absolutely delighted to see a Royal Naval vessel join us for the 2010 Boat Show next May.

The Jersey Boat Show is now firmly established as an event in the Jersey calendar which brings significant benefits for tourism, trade and the Island as a whole. The show has also been a platform for Jersey to develop its international reputation and we hope that 2010 will continue to build on the strong foundations of the previous two boat shows.”

Last year’s show was considered a huge success after thousands of Islanders attended to look around HMS York; the Jubilee Sailing Trust’s tall ship Lord Nelson; and more than 80 boats of all sizes. In addition to the main attractions, visitors enjoyed more than 80 exhibitors, and entertainment, with all the main attractions full to capacity and stall holders reporting significant trade.

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May 2009
Second Annual Jersey Boat Show Attracts Thousands

The 2009 Jersey Boat Show has been a huge success, with all the main attractions full to capacity and stall holders reporting significant trade.

Over the three days, thousands of people have looked around the Royal Navy’s HMS York; the Jubilee Sailing Trust’s tall ship Lord Nelson; and more than 80 boats of all sizes on the pontoon. In addition to the main attractions, visitors enjoyed more than 80 exhibitors, and entertainment throughout the festival weekend from a wide variety of musicians and entertainers.

Assistant Minister for Economic Development, Senator Paul Routier, said: “This has been a fantastic showcase for the marine industry, as well as a brilliant event for Islanders and island visitors. I believe that the Jersey Boat Show is now truly established as an event in the Jersey calendar which brings significant benefits for tourism, trade and the Island as a whole. The show has also been a platform for Jersey to develop its international reputation. From the Chief Minister down, Islanders have forged stronger links with the Royal Navy, and with the UK and France.”

The Jersey Boat Show also helped tourism, with an increased number of visiting yachts from the UK and France arriving for the show.

Jersey Harbours’ Chief Executive, Howard Le Cornu, said: “Last year’s inaugural boat show was very successful, but I think that this year we have stepped up to a new level. We have made it a more diverse show – a bigger window on the marine world. Everyone came for a fun day out, but I think that many visitors also realised how much there is to do in marine leisure.

“The 80 traders who had stalls are saying that they have had a lot of business, which I think reflects the nature of the show: people have enjoyed looking around the multi-million pound yachts which they can dream of owning, but against that backdrop there were also the smaller vessels which many more people could afford, and business was good at every level.

“The live entertainment has significantly enhanced the whole show’s ambience, which visitors have really enjoyed. For safety reasons we limited the number of people allowed on to HMS York, the pontoon and Lord Nelson, but thousands of people visited them every day, and they all enjoyed the experience. Even at this early stage, I am confident in saying that this has been a fantastic festival.”

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April 2009
RYA Surgery for Boat Owners

Sponsored by Jersey Sailing and in conjunction with Jersey Harbours, the RYA will be running an open surgery at the Jersey Boat Show.

The surgery will appeal to boat owners, operators, skippers and crews who will have the opportunity to speak to Gus Lewis, RYA Legal and Government Affairs Manager. They will have a chance to find out more about issues on his agenda including e-borders, passage planning, SOLAS V and alcohol at sea. There will also be an opportunity to discuss issues of local concern such as the draft Inshore Safety Regulations that will apply to all recreational users including sailors, kite surfers, jet skis, and kayakers.

The surgery will take place between 11:00 and 13:00 on Sunday 3rd May at the Maritime Museum. Interested individuals and groups are invited to drop in at any time.

For further information, please contact:

Sarah Price - Jersey Harbours - tel: +44(0)1534 447763 - email: s.price@gov.je

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April 2009
Jersey Boat Show to host St Helier’s Sea Sunday Service

Jersey Boat Show is to host a “Sea Sunday” Service. This special act of worship will take place at 10am on Sunday 3 May.

It will be the first Sea Sunday Service to be held in the Parish of St Helier and will take place adjacent to the Maritime museum, at the heart of the Show.

Led by the Dean of Jersey it will be attended by the Constable of St Helier and his officers, representatives of the Royal Navy and members of the congregation of the parish of St Helier. A warm welcome is also offered to members of the public and Show visitors.

Following the service the Dean will visit the marina pontoons to bless individual boats and their owners.

A number of the parishes of Jersey have long held Sea Sunday services which celebrate Jersey’s maritime heritage and ask God to watch over those people who make a living working at sea.

Jersey Harbours Chief Executive Howard Le Cornu said “The Boat Show is held at the start of the boating season and I am particularly delighted to invite the St Helier boat owners to attend the service and to have the opportunity to receive a blessing from the Dean as they prepare their boats to go to sea again”.

Note:

Boat owners wishing to be included in the blessing should contact the Show organiser, Sara Felton.

Should the “heavens open” prior to the service it will be held at the Town Church, adjacent to the Royal Square in St Helier.

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April 2009
Armor Boats Range 39 launched at the Jersey Boat Show.

A new design of powerboat cruiser is on show for the first time at the Jersey Boat Show. The Range Boat combines the design skills of British designer Nigel Irens with high quality advanced manufacturing technology from French boat builder Armor Boats.

The 12 metre Range Boat has a long waterline length, and is much lighter than most boats of this length. This unusual configuration creates a hull shape that is highly energy efficient, enabling the Range Boat to smoothly achieve remarkable speeds without the need to get on the plane. This avoids the uncomfortable slamming and often bumpy ride characteristic of planing hulls, and gives a satisfying feeling of slippery and effortless speed. Iren’s non-planing Low Displacement to Length (LDL) concept also allows the boat to be operated at optimum speed to suit the sea state unlike a planing hull which becomes uncomfortable and inefficient when forced by adverse sea-state to travel at sub-planing speeds.

Armor Boats 12 metre Range Boat is 3.3 metre wide, with a 0.9 metre draft. It is designed to seat eight adults in comfort, with a covered front cabin and navigation cockpit. The low profile design means passengers and crew do not experience the nausea-inducing rolling common on taller, shorter and wider powerboats.

With Nigel Irens’ proven design record – which includes the world record breaking power trimaran ‘Cable & Wireless Adventurer’ – the Range Boat’s design ensures good sea-keeping characteristics with a much enhanced passage-making capability in any sea state.

Designed as a day boat or with longer distance cruising boat, there is the option to fit an extended awning to provide protection for the aft seating area. Able to sleep up to four people, the front cabin includes a double berth, sink, shower and heads. The aft decking lounge area features padded bench seating which converts into a double bed, galley with cooker, sink, icemaker and refrigerator; and combined steering and navigation area.

The diesel engine options include a single 100 hp unit designed to attain the optimum cruising speed of 13-15 knots, whereas a single 200 hp installation is required to achieve a maximum speed of 20 knots. Fuel consumption is 13 litres per hour, at average speeds of 13 knots, and seven litres per hour at speeds of around 10 knots.

Based in Northern Brittany. Armor Boats uses the latest epoxy resin-infusion moulding techniques to create a sandwich hull and deck which ensures an almost perfect saturation of the laminate. The components are epoxy resin bonded and the interior is constructed in marine ply which again are all epoxy resin bonded. The Range Boat is available in two options – the Range 39 Day Boat and Range 39 Cruiser – and prices start at Euros 220,000 for the Day Boat, and Euros 230,000 for the Range 39 Cruiser.

Armor Boats will be showing the Range Boat at the Jersey Boat Show from 2-4 May 2009. For more information contact Jean-Pierre Tabu, Armor Boats, Tel +33 (0)2 96 91 03 32 or mob +33 (0)6 11 14 67 20 or by email at jptabu@rangeboat.com

For more information or to arrange boat test, please contact Alice Driscoll or James Tuck at ADPR Ltd, Tel +44 (0)1460 241641, mob +44 (0)7971 019377 or by email at alice@adpr.co.uk.

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April 2009
A Real Flavour of the Sea!

This year’s Jersey Boat Show will give visitors a real flavour of the sea. Held in St Helier Marina it will feature unusual boats, hands-on action, great entertainment, a range of shopping temptations and a fantastic atmosphere.

Jersey Harbours Chief Executive, Howard Le Cornu, said: “This year’s boat show truly will be a celebration of the sea and an event for everyone. It marks the launch of the summer boating season for us and it will be an incredible showcase for our local marine traders with everything from kayaks to the luxury motorboat. Jersey Harbours are committed to doing whatever they can to support the future of the local marine economy and the local community. The Jersey Boatshow is an enjoyable way of reminding islanders of the varied and important lifeline role our Marinas, Ports and Harbours play in island life.”

Visitors will find plenty to see on the water. In addition to the Royal Navy’s HMS YORK, which will be alongside at Elizabeth Harbour, the Jubilee Sailing Trust will be berthing one of their Tall Ships in the Marina. Highlights of Lord Nelson’s visit include a charity mast climb, flag design competition for local schools and plenty of time for the public to get on board.

Visitors can also get up close to a racing powerboat and enjoy a chat with the crew. Team Fox will be showing off their impressive 150hp Honda race boat. The local team will be racing it in the prestigious Honda Formula 4Stroke race series and it will proudly bear the name of the Port of Jersey.

Liam McDermott from Fox Marine Services said, “It is the first time we have taken part in this event and our team are thrilled to be representing Jersey, with the support of Jersey Harbours. Our first race takes place the weekend after the Jersey Boat Show, so the show will be a fantastic opportunity for islanders to meet our local team, Martin Colligan and Gideon Du Val, and see the racing boat close up, just days before she heads off to compete! We are looking forward to their support!”

Those who prefer something more traditional can get “hands on” by helping to build a wooden boat. As well as providing advice on the craft of boat building Jersey Heritage will also help visitors delve into Jersey’s fascinating history with maritime walks. Children can enjoy a scavenger hunt or the chance to be a pirate for a day!

Visitors planning a shopping trip will not be disappointed by the wide range of boats and equipment available at the Show. Power and sail, big and small are represented on the water and on the land.

For those who just want to take in the great maritime atmosphere there is plenty of music and a quality range of food and drink.

The Show runs from 2-4 May in and around St Helier Marina. Admission to the event is free with a controlled entry/exit system to the pontoons. Visits to HMS YORK are by guest passes obtainable free from the Royal Marine/Navy stand at the Show.

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March 2009
Royal Navy “proud to be supporting the Jersey Boat show".

Jersey Harbours, organisers of the Jersey Boat Show, are delighted to confirm that the Royal Navy will have a significant presence in direct support of this year’s Show which runs from 2-4 May.

Thanks to some excellent liaison between the Royal Navy (the ‘Senior Service’) and The States of Jersey, and with enormous help and co-operation from the Port of Jersey and Condor Ferries, HMS YORK, will actually be berthed alongside for the duration of the Show.

Assistant Minister Senator Paul Routier comments “I am delighted by the team work and cooperation of all port users who have worked together to make the visit of HMS YORK possible, berthing the ship alongside will provide visitors to the Jersey Boat Show the chance to get onboard this magnificent ship.”

For the first time a Type 42 destroyer will enter the Elizabeth Harbour East Berth allowing easy access to the Ship for Show visitors and invited guests.

HMS YORK was the last of the Type 42 destroyers to be built for the Royal Navy. Launched in 1982 and accepted into service in March 1985, she is the twelfth ship in the Royal Navy to bear the name. The Ship's motto 'Bon Espoir' means Good Hope and was the motto of Edmund Langley, the First Duke of York 1341-1402, who was the fifth son of Edward III.

Visitors to the Jersey Boat Show can obtain free invitations to tour the ship from the Royal Navy stand at the Show. The tours will operate on a first come first served basis.

Commander Price, Commanding Officer says “HMS YORK is pleased to be able to support the Jersey Boat Show. This is the Ship's first port visit since a multi-million pound refit and we are looking forward to showcasing our capabilities and of course, meeting the good people of Jersey”.

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March 2009
Great idea for a May Bank Holiday Break!

With Spring just around the corner now is the perfect time to start planning the first Bank Holiday Break. Anyone who loves the water should head to the largest of the fascinating Channel Islands.

Jersey is holding its second annual Boat Show from Saturday 2 May to Monday 4 May. The Show is held in and around Jersey’s St Helier marina, at the heart of the bustling Port and close to the famed shopping capital of the Island.

The Show offers all that’s good about maritime Jersey, including the latest boats and products, a visit from the Royal Navy, Tall Ships, world beating yachts, live entertainment and plenty of excellent food and drink!

Organisers of the Show, Jersey Harbours are encouraging visitors not only to experience the unique maritime atmosphere of the Boat Show but also to enjoy all that the Island of Jersey has to offer. Attractive Boat Show weekend packages, featuring great hotels and enticing discounts, are already on offer visit http://www.jerseytravel.com/boat-show.html for more information.

With its unspoiled landscape and unique blend of British and French influences, Jersey really is a place where visitors can get away from it all. Amongst its many attractions are magnificent castles, fascinating wildlife and adventure parks, and hands-on museums that really bring history to life.

Jersey’s good living and fine food enjoys a glowing reputation the world over. The Island boasts a huge range of places to eat, from Michelin-star restaurants serving gourmet dishes, to country pubs dishing up hearty, honest fare, to beachside bistros offering simple but excellent staples.

Jersey Harbours’ Chief Executive comments “Whether you are a seasoned boater, a new enthusiast or just a lover of the water Jersey has something for everyone. Our Boat Show is a great reason to come to the Island. We look forward to welcoming visitors by sea or air”.

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September 2008
Jersey Boat Show 2009 - Dates Announced

Jersey Harbours is pleased to announce the dates for the second Jersey Boat Show. The Show will take place at the start of the 2009 Boating season – on the Bank Holiday Weekend, 2, 3 and 4 May 2009.

The three day Show will take place right in the maritime heart of St Helier and will feature not only power and sail but other water sports too.

The 2009 Jersey Boat Show will build on the strong foundations of the first show, offering more boats on the water and on the land. Together with a programme of visitor entertainment these will have a wide appeal to experienced boaters, first time enthusiasts or those who just love being on and around the water.

Exhibitors from on and off Jersey are welcome at the Show, and for off-Island businesses there is the added incentive of the opportunity to take a few days off after the Show to enjoy the delights of this beautiful Channel Island.

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May 2008
Jersey Boat Show heralded a success!

The first ever Jersey Boat Show has been heralded a success by visitors, exhibitors and the organisers.

Early indications suggest that millions of pounds-worth of new boats were sold during the three-day event, which attracted an estimated 12,000 Islanders and tourists.

Assistant Minister for Economic Development, Deputy Alan Maclean, said: “Not only have we put on a maritime festival that has provided entertainment for Islanders and visitors, but it has also been hugely successful in promoting the significant opportunities offered by our marine leisure industry.

“There are strong indications from exhibitors that the show will result in several million pounds worth of sales varying from small dinghies to large high-value yachts. Jersey Harbours has been able to find additional berths as required and from a business perspective the show is part of a continuing relationship between Jersey Harbours and the many firms involved in the marine industry.”

More than 7,500 visitors went on to the pontoons, where they were able to climb onboard the 57 yachts on display. In addition, many more thronged around the varied exhibition stands and food outlets. Children and families also enjoyed the nautical treasure hunts and story telling.

Initial findings from visitor surveys conducted over the three days reported a “fantastic atmosphere” and a “great chance to actually get on board boats” rather than seeing them from a distance.

The findings also suggest that many visitors came to Jersey as a direct result of the show.

Martin Bralsford, Chairman of the event sponsors Collins Stewart Wealth Management, said: “We also sponsor the London Boat Show and, even measured against that high benchmark, Jersey Boat Show has been an undoubted success. This is made all the more remarkable in view of the short lead time in which the show has been organised. To have attracted one in six Islanders over three days is a huge achievement, and we are already looking forward to talking to Jersey Harbours about next year’s event.”

Senator Frank Walker said: “The show has been a triumph for all concerned. It has exceeded all expectations and is a great tribute to the work that the Harbours team – with its trade partners – have put into conceiving and delivering such an event. It must surely now be a launch pad for further shows and a significant step forward for Jersey’s marine leisure industry.”

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May 2008
We're Open for Business!

We’re Open for Business!

The first Jersey Boat Show is underway!

In bright sunshine Miss St Helier, Ceri Milner, accompanied by Lt Keith from HMS Kent, raised a Jersey flag to signal that the inaugural event was open.

Chief Executive of Jersey Harbours, Howard Le Cornu officially launched the show, thanking the marine industry and wishing everyone a great success.

As the crowds made their way onto the pontoons children from Janvrin Primary School entertained them with big smiles and some great nautical songs.

From early morning exhibitors have been working hard to ensure that the boats on the pontoons are shipshape. In fact visitors were dazzled by the glare from the gleaming power boats and sailing boats.

The Show opens daily at 10am and runs under 4pm on Bank Holiday Monday. All are welcome to this exciting free show!

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April 2008
Full Steam Ahead For Jersey Boat Show

More than 30 marine leisure companies have registered for the Island’s inaugural boat show which is being held over the bank holiday weekend of 3-5 May and is being organised by Jersey Harbours in partnership with Collins Stewart.

Hundreds of visitors from the UK, France and Guernsey are expected to arrive in the Island for the three-day event which will be held in and around St Helier Marina. More than 60 boats worth in excess of £12 million will be on display, with some of the largest craft measuring 60ft long.

Chief Executive of Jersey Harbours, Howard Le Cornu said: “We have had a fantastic response from companies both locally and abroad. We want this event to showcase the best of the Island’s marine leisure industry, and for it to have a tangible impact on the local economy. We hope to see the Jersey boat show become a high impact annual event for both Islanders and visitors.”

French, UK and Guernsey exhibitors are taking part in the event as are numerous local marine traders. Among the major marine industry participants are Sunseeker, Fairline and Princess.

There is still time for companies wanting to take part, to sign up as they have until Monday to register either on www.jerseyboatshow.com or by calling Jersey Boat Show co-ordinator, Sara Felton on 447745.

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April 2008
HMS Kent - Visits for Jersey Boat Show

The Royal Navy frigate, HMS Kent is to visit Jersey during the Jersey Boat Show. The Class 23 frigate will arrive in Island waters on Friday 2nd May and will stay until Monday 5th.

HMS Kent was commissioned in 2000 June and is the latest in a long line of warships that have carried the name, which dates back to the 17th Century. Over its distinguished history, HMS Kent has earned 16 battle honours and served in a variety of campaigns.

During its time in Jersey, the ship’s crew and officers will come ashore and take part in the boat show, helping with some of the safety provisions on the water and providing other supporting activities. Weather permitting, public visits will be allowed using a ‘liberty boat’ to shuttle people to HMS Kent’s anchorage. A full programme of events is being organised which will include a number of VIP receptions on board, and a variety of receptions in support of the Boat Show.

Jersey Harbour Master, Howard Le Cornu, said: “Supporting Trade and Industry is a key role of the modern Navy, and we are especially delighted that HMS Kent is visiting Jersey during the Jersey Boat Show and just before the Liberation Day celebrations. As a Class 23 Frigate, HMS Kent is a vital element of the Royal Navy and it will be an honour to welcome the ship to the Island.”

Commander Simon Hopper, HMS Kent’s Commanding Officer, said: “HMS Kent’s officers and crew are looking forward to visiting Jersey and are particularly pleased that the visit coincides with the Jersey Boat Show and start of the Liberation Day celebrations.”

Jersey Boat Show 08 is being organised by Jersey Harbours in partnership with Collins Stewart and supported by Economic Development.

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March 2008
Website - Goes Live!

Jersey Harbours has launched a new website providing detailed information about the Island’s first boat show.

The three-day event will be held in and around St Helier Marina during the bank holiday weekend of 3-5 May 2008. It will provide Islanders and visitors with the opportunity to view a variety of craft and products, ranging from luxury super yachts to the latest boating gadgets, fashions and food .

As well as giving details about the boat show, the new website, www.jerseyboatshow.com, allows exhibitors to register for the event. A good number of marine leisure companies have already registered, including major brands such as Sunseeker, Fairline and Princess, with boating gadgets such as Waterbuoy – the business behind the flotation safety device seen on the BBC’s Dragon’s Den, being launched in Jersey, at the Show.

Chief Executive of Jersey Harbours and the Jersey Boat Show, Howard Le Cornu said: “We want the first Jersey Boat Show to showcase the best of the Island’s marine leisure industry, and have a tangible impact on its growth. We have already had a fantastic response from local companies but we welcome registration from any businesses connected with the marine industry. We hope the new website will make it easier to register and get regular updates about the event.”

Jersey Boat Show 08 is being organised by Jersey Harbours in partnership with Collins Stewart and supported by Economic Development.

Deputy Alan MacLean, the minister responsible for Jersey Harbour, said: “The States of Jersey are committed to growing the marine leisure industry and the boat show will play an important part in achieving this. Over the coming years, I hope that the Jersey Boat Show will become a significant feature in the international boating calendar.”

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March 2008
Waterbuoy - as seen on BBC's Dragon's Den

Oh buoy! Never lose anything overboard again

Seatriever International launches Waterbuoy, the first product in a family of automatic floatation devices that will recover your mobile phone, keys, GPS receiver, PDA, binoculars, VHF radio or anything else that drops overboard

Waterbuoy is a must-have safety device for anything portable on your boat. It may only be the same size as a regular car key fob, but Waterbuoy packs some ingenious miniature flotation technology to stop that sinking feeling in its tracks. When dropped into the water, Waterbuoy becomes a flashing emergency float for whatever it is attached to, making it possible to retrieve just about anything that you accidentally drop into the water.

Just because it has been dropped over the side does not mean that it’s lost. Before you even have time to worry about all the contacts in your mobile phone or how you are going to get home tonight, with your car-keys and house-keys at the bottom of the sea, Waterbuoy will spring into action.

“Waterbuoy is a unique product. It will lift up to 1kg back to the surface, it will stay afloat for at least 24 hours and it has an emergency flashing light that makes it visible from up to 250 metres away in the dark, so you can even get your valuables back at night,” explains James Halliburton, CEO of Seatriever International. “Waterbuoy is the world’s first and only high-tech solution to the most infuriating accident that can happen on the water.”

Waterbuoy’s operation is ingenious. Seconds after falling into the sea, canal, marina, lake or river, water passes into the body of the fob dissolving a patented automatic actuator that releases gas from a tiny tank into a bright orange balloon. The balloon breaks out of the end of the fob and continues to inflate. Simultaneously, a bright LED starts flashing which illuminates Waterbuoy from the inside like a Belisha beacon. The toughened balloon inflates to the size of a melon making it very easy to grab one-handed or retrieve with a boathook without fear of it bursting.

Waterbuoy is the result of two years of intensive engineering development that has led to the patenting of some very clever new technology.

Seatriever is currently using this technology to scale the concept into a multitude of new markets and applications. So look out for more and more Waterbuoy-branded devices helping to save all kinds of objects you’d rather not send to a watery grave.

Dominic Zonta of Channel Island Boat Maintenance is the sole distributor of Waterbuoy in the Channel Islands if you would like further information please contact him at cibm@jerseymail.co.uk

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March 2008
Jersey Boat Show announced

Inaugural Jersey Boat Show to showcase the best of the Island's marine leisure industry. Jersey is to stage its first Boat Show over the Bank Holiday Weekend of 3-5 May 2008.

The three-day event will be held in and around St Helier Marina and will provide Islanders and visitors alike with the opportunity to view a variety of craft, ranging from luxurious superyachts to family cruisers and dayboats. Jersey Boat Show 08 is being underwritten by Jersey Harbours in partnership with Collins Stewart Wealth Management.

As well as dozens of craft on the water, the show will feature a number of landside exhibits, entertainment and displays along the New North Quay and Albert Pier. It promises to offer something for everyone, from experienced sailors looking for a new boat or equipment to boating novices wanting to find out more.

Among the many craft on display will be a brand new locally-built 13-metre RIB (rigid inflatable boat) powered by four 300HP Suzuki outboards, which will be receiving its world debut at the show.

The newly-restored 'Howard D', Jersey's first motorised lifeboat, will also be on show. It is hoped its appearance will raise the profile of the St Helier Lifeboat Appeal – over the weekend Jersey Boat Show 08 will be helping to raise funds for the £1.3m appeal.

Jersey Boat Show 08 is being launched as part of Jersey Harbour's on-going commitment to promote the growth of the Island's marine leisure industry and their developing partnership with Economic Development, Jersey Tourism and marine traders.

London Boat Show 2008s title sponsor Collins Stewart joins Jersey Harbours as the principal partner of the event, bringing together the Island's marine and financial communities.

The wealth management experts, who have the largest investment team based in the Channel Islands, see this association with the Jersey Boat Show as a natural development of their existing activities.

Chairman of Collins Stewart Wealth Management's offshore business, Martin Bralsford said: "We have been involved with the London Boat Show for two years and are proud to support a local equivalent. We look forward to working closely with the team at Jersey Harbours to ensure this inaugural event is the first of many more to come."

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