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New rules in nautical insurance: what is changing and how it affects boat owners and rental vessels

The nautical sector is facing significant regulatory updates this year, particularly regarding civil liability insurance and requirements for rental vessels.

Gesnautic, FIATC insurance agent, present at the Barcelona Boat Show

Gesnautic took part once again in the Barcelona Boat Show, one of the most important maritime and nautical events in Spain.

🧭 Top Weather Forecast Websites for Mariners in Spain 🌊

Before setting sail, it is essential to consult reliable sources on meteorological and maritime conditions.

The Palma International Boat Show once again overcomes the barrier of 30,000 people

More than 30,000 people attended the last edition of the Palma International Boat Show, a figure that exceeds 28,000 visitors the previous year.

Lack of personnel in the Maritime Capitanies causes delays in the management of files

The growing lack of personnel in the maritime captaincies of Spain is generating significant delays in the processing of administrative files, which affects both professionals in the maritime sector and recreational nautical.

The wooden boats will once again star in the Classic Balearic Islands

The competition, one of the most important of the classic sailing circuit in the Mediterranean, will be held from August 13 to 17 under the organization of Club de Mar-Mallorca.

J/40 wins European Yacht of the Year 2025 at Boot Düsseldorf

The J/40, distributed in the Balearic Islands by the company J2 Sailing, has been recognized as the best vaixell of the seventh category in winning the European Yacht of the Year 2025 award for the cruiser/regatta category.

The war on illegal charter adds half a million euros in fines

The General Directorate of Ports and Maritime Transport imposed 163 sanctions in 2024, 89 of which were serious.

Second miracle on Formentera: Xicu recovers his sunken lute

Temporary in the Balearic Islands. What is being done now with stranded boats?

Bayesian shipwreck: “No accident is caused by a single cause”

The America's Cup ships fly to Barcelona