A HAMPSHIRE marine electronics company is showcasing its products at this year's Southampton International Boat Show - dubbed Britain's biggest festival of boating and watersports.
Visitors to Raymarine's stand in Ocean Hall will be among the first to learn about a raft of new equipment designed for cruising and performance sailors.
Raymarine staff will be joined by the company's newest ambassador - adventurer, explorer and marine conservationist Monty Halls.
Monty will give a talk about his plan to circumnavigate the UK in his yacht as part of a new initiative called Generation Sea Change.
Starting in the south west, Monty aims to uncover inspiring stories about coastal communities and individuals tackling challenges related to marine conservation.
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The 56-year-old will be joined by his wife Tamsyn, their daughters Isla and Molly, and their golden retriever Luna.
The long voyage is set to shine a spotlight on the progress being made across the UK, from groundbreaking technologies designed to combat microplastics to powerful mass actions that have galvanized communities.
Monty said: "We are all aware of the tectonic changes in our marine environment.
"For us in the UK, where it is impossible to live more than 70 miles from the coast, these will have a profound impact on our way of life. But there's no point in relentlessly hammering this message home.
"I feel there is already solid public awareness of the issues and a desire to become involved in possible solutions.
"Sea Change will not just explore the issues, it will also conduct lectures and events with schools wherever we land, celebrate community conservation efforts, and hopefully inspire a new generation of biologists and conservationists."
Monty will give his talk on the second day of the show, which is taking place at Mayflower Park on September 15-24.
Based at Cartwright Drive in Fareham, Raymarine was established more than 80 years ago.
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Throughout the boat show, the company will showcase a variety of products suitable for sailors, motorboaters and people involved in recreational fishing,
Raymarine staff will be on hand to offer expert installation advice, help with technical questions, and give advice on the best systems for individual boats.
A company spokesperson said: "Featuring everything the leisure marine industry has to offer, from inflatable kayaks to superyachts, whether you are a seasoned boater or looking to find ways to get afloat for the first time, you will find inspiration at the show."
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