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New technologies serving nautical activity. R&D&I in the nautical sector: The Galician experience
This roundtable brought together three leading Galician companies in nautical innovation to share their experiences in R&D&I applied to the sector.
October 3, 2025
Challenges and future of regional sports port management (Round Table)
One of the most anticipated roundtables of the symposium brought together the top officials of sports ports from four key autonomous communities. And the message was clear: regional administrations are fed up with the State treating them like minors who need guardianship.
October 3, 2025
Sports Boating in Spain, situation and new legislation
Within the framework of the VI National Symposium held in Sanxenxo, a relaxed conversation was held about the challenges and opportunities of the Spanish nautical sector.
October 3, 2025
Welcome to the Conference. Opening Keynote
The day began with a warm welcome to all attendees, especially those who had already shared the welcome cocktail at Real Club Náutico de Sanxenxo the previous afternoon.
October 3, 2025
Introducing Zarpar Experiences
We have launched Zarpar Experiencias, a new way to connect boat owners with people who want to sail. Zarpar started by helping boat owners with seventh list boat rentals, but we know that many of you don’t like the limitation of not being able to take the boat yourselves during the change of use. Or you simply want to meet new people to share your sea outings. Zarpar Experiencias is a platform where boat owners can offer spots during their sea trips and people who want to sail can sign up, sharing the costs among everyone.
September 18, 2025
✅ It's official: legal charter of List 7 boats comes into force
⚓ A new era for recreational boat owners After months of waiting and rumors, it’s official: from August 15, 2025, you can legally charter your List 7 boat for a limited period, thanks to the approval of Royal Decree 339/2024 and the publication of the final procedure by the General Directorate of Merchant Marine (DGMM). This is a historic change in Spanish maritime regulations that opens new opportunities for private boat owners, allowing them to monetize their vessel during the months they don’t use it… 100% legally.
August 7, 2025
Charter your boat: Everything you need to know about the new temporary use change
Do you have a boat that you only use occasionally and have thought about making it profitable? The good news is that the future Royal Decree modifying merchant marine regulations will open new possibilities for recreational boat owners in Spain. An opportunity for boat owners The draft Royal Decree (in process as of January 2025) will allow a revolutionary change: boats registered in list 7 (private use) may temporarily switch to commercial use for a maximum of 3 consecutive months per year.
April 24, 2025