With environmental activist Greta Thunberg sailing across the Atlantic Ocean to raise awareness1 and bushfires in Australia endangering the koala population,2 global warming continues to be a hot button topic. With climate change looming large in the public consciousness, all industries are increasingly embracing sustainability and alternative power sources including the yachting industry.
The end of the decade is coming up fast! 2019 has been a year of ups and downs and 2020 promises to be just as eventful. If you are a boat owner, now’s as good a time as any to start drafting up your New Year’s resolutions list.
Proper maintenance of your boat’s fuel system is essential for smooth sailing and engine longevity. One of the most crucial yet often overlooked aspects of maintenance is boat fuel filter replacement. A clogged or worn-out fuel filter can restrict fuel flow, causing performance issues, increased fuel consumption, and even engine failure.
At Marine Diesel Specialists, we understand the importance of keeping your marine engine in top condition. Whether you own a fishing boat, yacht, or commercial vessel, knowing how to replace your boat fuel filter is a vital skill for any boat owner. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about boat fuel filter replacement to keep your engine running at peak performance.
The holiday season is almost here, which means it’s time to get those gifts together. At Marine Diesel Specialists, we know that yachters, boaters, fishing experts, captains, and everyone in between can use the best nautical themed gifts for the holidays. We’ve put together our yacht gift buying guide that includes top gifts for boat lovers, gifts for yacht owners, and any other boating or yachting lover in your life.
China seems to be the land for emerging markets. With more than a billion citizens, a growing middle class, and a rapidly forming elite class of super-rich billionaires, all kinds of international companies are working hard to make strides in the country. The world’s top yachting and superyacht industry players are some of the companies trying to crack into the Chinese market. Many predicted China would soon become a leading superyacht market.1