A major multi‑agency search is underway off Tory Island and Eagle Island after a crew member went missing from a UK naval ship.

Minister Martin Heydon announces immediate closure of edible and spider crab fisheries in Ireland's Biologically Sensitive Area ...

New US restrictions halt exports of farmed salmon and spiny lobster from Ireland starting January 2026, says SFPA. Certificate of Admissibility required for other seafood exports.

Two ferries that departed Dublin Port yesterday morning (14 Nov.) were unable to berth at Holyhead due to strong gale force conditions of 8 to 9 but have finally arrived at the Welsh port this morning ...

Seabed clean-up at Mallorca marina lifts 1,140kg of waste and raises questions about similar harbour action in Ireland.

Discover Nigel Motyer's stunning underwater photography from Ireland. His new book, 'Beneath Irish Seas,' showcases breathtaking marine life ...

Coastal communities invited to apply for €15M FLAG funding. BIM hosts nationwide workshops to support project applications.

Irish solo sailor Gráinne Costigan nears completion of the Mini Transat with 60 nm to go and an estimated finish at 1900 GMT.

Afloat.ie is Ireland's only full-time marine journalism team and it takes time, money and hard work to produce our content. If everyone chipped in, we can enhance our coverage and our future would be ...

Dublin Bay on the east coast of Ireland stretches over seven kilometres, from Howth Head on its northern tip to Dalkey Island in the south. It's a place most Dubliners simply take for granted, and one ...

The formal establishment of the Irish Schools Sailing Association was completed during the summer months, and since its inception, a dedicated volunteer committee has been working hard to create a ...

RNLI volunteers launched to assist a fishing vessel in distress off Portavogie. Crew commended for their professionalism." ...