MPD News

What a fantastic weekend at the RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show at Farnborough International! Always good to meet enthusiastic end users and both days were busy with lots of enquiries on Mantus Anchors, Revolve-Tec Rollable Boat Hooks, Temo Outboards and Calypso...

If you’re inspired by the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) and planning to take on the 2026 edition, now is the perfect time to start preparing your yacht. The main ARC 2026 fleet will depart Las Palmas on Sunday 22 November 2026, with shoreside activities beginning...

When a recent survey on a Channel Island 22 found both water closet seacocks in need of replacement - including the through-hull fittings - owner Gary Stones decided to take on the task himself. With a keen interest in boat maintenance, and after diving into owner...

Andy and I are looking forward to METSTRADE 2025 (18–20 November)! We’ll be there for all three days, working across our brand partner stands — Bennett Marine Trim Tabs (12.914), Groco Marine Hardware (12.811), Lasdrop Propeller Shaft Seals (12.625), Mantus Marine...

The Southampton International Boat Show 2025 is on from 19–28 September – the UK’s biggest celebration of boating and the perfect place to explore the latest equipment for your time on the water. This year, visitors can discover a wide range of trusted products...

When it comes to stress-free mooring and docking, Boatasy’s core kit remains one of the most trusted choices on the water. Whether you’re navigating tight marina spaces, managing lazy lines in the Med, or dealing with slippery ropes after a long passage, Boatasy has...

Salcombe Merlin Rocket Week (29 June – 4 July), one of the most vibrant and fiercely competitive events on the UK dinghy calendar, proved to be the ultimate real-world test for the TEMO-1000 electric outboard motor. With the estuary buzzing and tides racing, one savvy...

Great to be supplying Groco’s Hydromatic Self Cleaning Strainers to a new build in the UK. Groco have a complete range of raw water and engine strainers, including these specialist self-cleaning models that ensure the raw water strainers continue doing their job,...

The 100th edition of the legendary Rolex Fastnet Race is on the horizon. On 26 July 2025, hundreds of yachts will depart Cowes for the 695-mile offshore challenge to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, a true test of seamanship, endurance and preparation. Whether you’re a...

Did you know that in 2023, RNLI lifeboats were launched 9,192 times across the UK and Ireland, making it the second-busiest year of the past decade and resulted in the saving of 355 lives? This figure represents a decrease from 2022, during which 506 lives were saved....

Why Fitting Trim Tabs Could Improve Performance, Safety & Save You Money Trim tabs deliver many benefits for boat owners. Firstly, they improve control, visibility and stability, especially in adverse conditions such as high winds, waves, or tidal stream....

Marine Components International (MCI), a leading Dorset-based maritime equipment specialist, is set to return to SMM International Maritime Fair from 3rd to 6th September 2024 with a complete range of BSB A60 Marine Fire Dampers in Hall B5, Stand 545. BSB is a major...

We have created an introdcutory video to highlight the features and benefits of choosing a Groco solid bronze seacock, inline valve, thru hull fitting and pipe to hose fitting over other options! Watch the video to learn more Design Features: Groco have added some key...

We are often asked at this time of year about propeller shaft seals the differences in design and what would best suit your boat and the type of sailing you are doing. In this article we will explain the common types of propeller shaft seal and the differences between...

Choosing the right trim tab for your boat depends on various factors such as the size and type of your boat, top speed, its weight distribution, the type of water you'll be navigating, and your specific needs. Trim tabs are used to adjust the boat's attitude in the...