Zella Compton

Managing editor Marine Industry News, Director of PR and Content at MAA

portsmouth, england, united kingdom

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Why boat launches fail to sell fast - and what buyers actually want

New research challenges traditional boat launch strategies and buyer assumptions This image is for illustrative purposes onlyNew boat launches are designed to dazzle. Cinematic videos, dramatic reveals and months of planning are meant to spark instant dem... See more

marineindustrynews.co.uk•Zella Compton•Jan 13, 2026

UK outside education provider to turn 50 in 2026

Sustained growth and diversification leads to Rockley entering its sixth decade Rockley Sailing SchoolThis year sees Rockley, a UK watersports and outdoor education provider, celebrating its 50th anniversary. “Reaching 50 years is a hugely significant mil... See more

marineindustrynews.co.uk•Zella Compton•Jan 13, 2026

Trapped, flooded and on fire - Finnish solo rower rescued

Trapped, flooded and on fire – Finnish solo rower rescued All images courtesy of Jari Saario via Instagram“Water started pouring into the cabin at high speed . . . the batteries got wet and caught fire . . . my dry suit floated out and it disappeared into... See more

marineindustrynews.co.uk•Zella Compton•Jan 12, 2026

Silver lining for UK marinas via amendment to business rate evaluations

Silver lining for UK marinas via amendment to business rate evaluations Image for illustrative purposes showing an MDL marina“We cannot say there will be euphoria regarding this refinement in the revaluation process,” says Ian Froome, Vail Williams partne... See more

marineindustrynews.co.uk•Zella Compton•Jan 12, 2026

Avikus appoints Saim as distributor for autonomous navigation

Avikus expands into Italy with Saim Marine partnership Autonomous navigation continues to move from concept to cockpit, and Europe remains a key market for its adoption. Avikus, HD Hyundai’s autonomous navigation technology subsidiary, has announced a new... See more

marineindustrynews.co.uk•Zella Compton•Jan 6, 2026

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