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Belfast Harbour reported a rise in total trade to 24.3 million tonnes in 2025, up from 24.1 million tonnes the previous year. The Trust Port said the growth was driven by increased volumes across all shipping modes. Belfast Harbour handles…


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Flooding across eight counties has sparked alarm from the Inland Waterways Association of Ireland (IWAI), which says damage along the River Barrow could have been reduced with basic maintenance. The voluntary body stated that “overdue and essential maintenance and remedial…


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The opening Preliminary Regatta of the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup will take place in Cagliari, Sardinia, from 21st to 24th May 2026. This marks the first time since the 2024 Barcelona series that all competing teams will race together…


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Stronger breeze and a shift to classic Course Racing brought big changes on Day 3 of the Olympic iQFOiL International Games in Lanzarote. Riders faced 12 to 16 knots of wind, with gusts nearing 18. The breeze veered to the…


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Mariners have been advised that Navigation Buoy R16 at the top of Lough Mahon in Cork Harbour is currently out of position. The buoy has moved following damage to its mooring system, according to a notice issued by the Port of…


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