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Building robust, comfortable and easy-to-handle sailing yachts was Henri Amel’s ethos. Offering sailing enthusiasts the opportunity for an adventure on all the world’s seas requires impeccable construction in terms of quality, safety and comfort. We have successfully built on these key elements of the AMEL spirit in our latest 50-foot and 60-foot models, with, as ever, focus on attention to detail, using 100% French know-how, which, having defined our yard for 50 years, guarantees a refined finish for our customers.  As a result, Amel have succeeded in achieving the perfect combination of the robustness and manoeuvrability essential for long-distance sailing and the luxury of a French way of life.

The history of the AMEL shipyard is perfectly encapsulated in our “ensemble’’ logo; each yacht built brings together the best of our skills to offer a unique pleasure to our clients

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Dufour Shipyard : the french luxury boats builder

One of the major luxury sailboat manufacturer worldwide.

Established more than 50 years ago on the Atlantic Coast, Dufour plays an important role in the region and is one of the main employers in La Rochelle.

With a production capacity of more than 18.000 m² and 420 full-time employees, Dufour counts among the biggest shipyards in the world.

In 1957, young engineer Michel Dufour discovered the new material, polyester. At the time, he was a keen competition sailor with a real passion for yachts , class rules and hydrodynamics. This sparked his idea to build a yacht made of polyester . In 1964, Michel Dufour started to design the “Sylphe” transportable yacht. He took a lot of financial risks to make the yacht, rented a hangar and started to make the “Sylphe” under the aegis of his newly formed company, Le Stratifié Industriel.

The famous Italian naval architect Umberto Felci and the designers of Dufour Yachts work in very close cooperation to get hulls of the very best quality. The worldwide reputation of our yachts does not need to be reminded.

100% made in France, all Dufour Yachts models are thinked, designed and produced in La Rochelle, in the company headquarters. With near 400 sailboats built by year, Dufour Yachts controls the whole supply chain, from the project development to expedition, passing from the mounting and wood work.

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Alu Marine, a premier yacht building company that was created in 1986, creating bespoke high-end Alu Marine yachts, motoryachts, sailing yachts and high-performance catamarans. It is also a leading manufacturer of industrial and commercial grade aluminium ocean vessels, including passenger ships and ferries, docking boats and barges. There are a number of outstanding Alu Marine charter yachts available for boat rental around the world, with a few of them listed below. For more information and a list of luxury charter yachts that suite your requirements and style, please contact our experienced and professional charter brokers.

The French yacht builder and an active member of Super Yacht France and FIN, is a well-known player in the pleasure yacht and superyacht segments of the industry. Alu Marine employs an experienced and highly-skilled team of craftsmen who are committed to provide the necessary services and expertise in various aspects of the yacht construction project. It also provides regular updates to its clients right up to the projects’ completion and delivery of the newly-built motoryacht or superyacht. In addition to this, the company also performs regular maintenance and refit services to a broad range of clients. 

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Alu Marine in Focus

Since its establishment in 1986, the company was able to complete a diverse set of yacht construction projects, and all of motoryachts and sailing yachts constructed in its facility are still operating in various parts of the globe. The key reasons why high performance yachts and superyachts constructed by Alu Marine yacht builder are highly in demand are their proven stability, durability and comfort. 

Alu Marine is supported by highly qualified and experienced team of designers, architects and engineers and specialises in the construction of one-off single-hull and multi-hull yachts. Its construction team is able to adapt to the needs and preferences of their clients, whilst managing a wide range of projects involving power cruisers and sailing yachts. The company is committed to delivering to its clients newly-built luxury yachts and superyachts that meet the highest standards of performance, reliability and safety. 

Whilst the main specialisation of Alu Marine is in the construction of sailing yachts and motoryachts with aluminium hull, the company has diversified its core specialties to cope with the rising demand by sailors and professional maritime entities for a wide range of motoryachts and sailing yachts. A significant milestone in the growth and expansion of the company is the construction of super yacht Douce France , which is a high-performance 138-footer catamaran. The catamaran Douce France was hailed by maritime experts as the largest sailing vessel in the world (at the time of her launch). 

Photo 1: Alu Marine catamaran yacht Noah 88 design by Kenzo Takada; Photo 2: Luxury catamaran yacht Noah 70; Photo 3: Luxury power catamaran yacht Panama 62' concept;

A Look at the Major Milestones of Alu Marine

In 1986 there was the growing preference for larger motoryachts and superyachts and an increasing number of yacht builders were channeling their resources and using their expertise in constructing megayachts and large vessels. 

It was during this year that Alu Marine completed their first yacht construction project, the  catamaran Douce France, considered then as the largest luxury catamaran. In 2005, Jean-Claude Borgel got majority control of Alu Marine and gave a fresh direction to the yacht building company.  

It was in 2009 that Alu Marine formally opened its new shipbuilding facility. This ultramodern and high-performance yard increased the production capacity of the company and provided a better working environment for its team of engineers and technical personnel. It was also during this year that Richard Gibeaud was appointed as the company’s general manager. 

2010 was relatively a busy year for Alu Marine. It was during that year that the company launched the biggest industrial-grade barge that was ever constructed by Alu Marine. The company also launched its Havana yacht line, which is a collaborative project between Alu Marine and eminent yacht designer, Berret Racoupeau .  

Alu Marine Charter Yachts

Below is a small selection of Alu Marine charter yachts available for yacht rental in different charter destination around the world. For more information and a full list of yachts that suits your needs, requirements and style, please, contact our professional and experienced charter brokers .  

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They propel us towards the future  ….they are also the crystalisation of our most fantastic and delightful dreams in terms of design and technical innovation. What an inspiration for ship builders like us!

This is why, every year JFA Yachts develops new projects in collaboration with a selection of internationally renowned naval architects and designers. We have everything you need to transform your dreams into reality with the certainty that you will find expertise at the end of your journey!

For many years JFA Yachts has participated in the Showboats Design Awards and the Superyacht Symposium. As a partner in this event, Frédéric Jaouen is honoured to bestow the Award for Best Naval Architecture in the Motor Yacht category.

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RM Yachts are “composite” as much as the best materials are carefully selected for each part of the boat:

• Plywood for the general structure
• Epoxy stratification for the assembly
• Iron for the keel
• Polyester sandwich for the roof
• And from now on epoxy sandwich for the planking above waterline (1180).

To better visualise our plywood sailboat construction technique, think about a wooden house, with concrete foundations, a roof with tiles and window frames made of aluminium.

RM monohull yachts, available from 30 to 45 feet – approximately 9 to 14 meters –, are in constant development to improve our performance level as well as the quality of our products.

Most of our highly skilled engineers have been with us for almost 20 years, so they clearly benefit from very valuable owners’ feedback when it comes to our sailing yacht building expertise.

First step:

The hull and its structure

For the structure of our sailboats, we use high quality plywood: CTBX, full Okumé, with Class-3 gluing. Thickness varies between 12 and 15mm, depending on the RM model.

The hull itself is in marine plywood, with panels of 15, 18 or 22mm depending on the parts and of course the RM model.

The laser-cut panels arrive at our French shipyard, in La Rochelle, ready to be assembled and glued.

The assemblage is done on a template mould, integrating the iron part which will support the keel(s).

It is done « upside-down » for a better holding and an easier access.

Gluing is done with a bi-component epoxy.

Then come the plankings, made of plywood too, (except for the RM1180, our 39-foot bluewater cruiser), which are mechanically held so that they fit with the hull shape.

SECOND STEP

Just before demoulding, we run an inspection of the bulkheads. Each of them being structural, they are stratified to the hull. We make sure the joints are neat and smooth.

The hull is then craned up, and the stratification finalised.

Please note that every single piece of plywood is coated with epoxy, so that it is watertight and contribute to the overall stiffness of the sailing boat.

The hull is now ready.

INTERIOR WORKS

The inside is painted in white before we start the following:

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• Tank installation
• Engine & accessories installation (batteries)

Depending on the yacht model, some furniture is always installed at this stage before the access becomes tricky.

FOURTH STEP

Deck preparation and installation

When the deck arrives at the shipyard, we use plywood again for the counter-moulding, and install the anti-slip painting as well as some of the deck fitting.

What makes RM’s sailing yacht building technique special is that once the deck is positioned over the hull, we apply another layer of epoxy to stratify it to the hull. This junction becomes invisible, totally watertight, and highly contributes to the global stiffness of the yacht.

From this stage, one may consider the boat is just one piece (hull + deck).

HULL CUSTOMISATION

The colour of your dreams for your family or even solo liveaboard sailboat is the result of a succession of tasks.

Back to step one, we apply epoxy on the upside-down hull and sand it.

Now we can start with a primer, thick enough to ensure the smoothness.

A second primer, thinner this time, is then applied. It improves the touch & feel.

Another sanding is then made, before the last primer – ultra-thin polyurethane – is applied. This is the last layer before we can finally spray the lacquer – the one of your dream colour for your modern customised sailing yacht!

SIXTH AND LAST STEP

The final fittings

Once the yacht has reached this final stage, we install windows, deck fitting, some added carpentry and plumbing.

Last, we crane the yacht to install her rudders (mono- or twin-rudder) and keels – whether you opt for a fin, twin or lifting keel sailboat.

A truck will come and pick her up, and once she splashes at destination, mast and rigging will finalise the building process.

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Le projet de construction de yacht est un processus extrêmement gratifiant. Il permet une personnalisation de chaque détail répondant à vos exigences rigoureuses. Différents chantiers proposent des modèles préconçus et semi-personnalisés ainsi que des projets entièrement sur-mesure offrant un contrôle complet de la conception.

Un Yacht neuf est un événement majeur de votre vie mais aussi un déroulement complexe de plusieurs étapes. Vous devez donc être sûr que chaque aspect est géré de maniére experte. DYC sera à vos cotés pour vous guider sur le choix de la longueur, l’aménagement et les caractéristiques techniques de votre yacht, afin de réaliser le yacht de vos rêves.

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• Sélectionner et choisir avec vous le meilleur équipage en fonction du pavillon et de la classe.
• Assurer la liaison à toutes les étapes et le suivi avec tous les intervenants.
• Superviser la livraison et assurer le suivi du service après vente.

Damonte Yachts consulting considère l’ensemble de ces points comme le premier chapitre d’une relation avec son client. Le suivi du service après-vente, l’assistance et le conseil tout au long de la vie à bord constituent le second chapitre. Les autres chapitres pourront s’écrire avec de nouveaux projets. Nous considérerons alors avoir atteint le succès.

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In the heart of the French Atlantic coast, OCEA has been innovating for 30 years, putting Man at the core of the design, developing comprehensive, competitive and sustainable solutions to meet each customer’s specific requirement.

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OCEA enhances in its design the natural properties of aluminium to propose dedicated solutions for the following activities: Maritime Safety and Security, Maritime Transport and Mobility, Maritime Territory Administration, Transoceanic yachts and Fishing boats.

OCEA Industries’ activities are dedicated to the manufacture of tank ends and complex industrial subcontracting like cruise ships superstructures.

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GISMAN offers a comprehensive range of Aids to Navigation equipment (floating and fixed beaconing) and associated services.

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To operate and maintain vessels and human resources skills, OCEA, “your partner all the way”, accompanies you with a comprehensive and customized service package from naval and financial engineering to maintenance contract.

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• 2022 Wight Shipyard Co. joins OCEA
• 2020 New workshops at Fontenay-le-Comte
• 2019 Delivery of 1st OCEA OPV 270 MKII & Branch office opened in the Philippines
• 2016 Delivery of 1st OCEA OPV 190 MKII and elements for Harmony of the Seas
• 2015 First time delivery in Asia
• 2014 New workshops at Les Sables d’Olonne
• 2013 First time delivery in Latin America
• 2012 Delivery of the 1st of 22 crew boats
• 2011 Delivery of 47m yacht and a revolutionary 18m fishing boat
• 2009 Workshop opened at La Rochelle
• 2008 Delivery of 1st of 21xOCEA FPB 98 MKI
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« Man is at the heart of OCEA’s approach. » By anticipating the challenges and taking into account the expectations and needs, primarily of its partners: customers, employees, and financial associates.

OCEA, from its inception and during its development , understood that markets are characterized by rapid and uncertain changes requiring reactivity and innovation. Our vision is to sustain and develop human resources, technological and financial capital through a strategy of competitive offers, products and services, fruit of controlled innovation and respectful of the environment.

OCEA has been committed for more than 30 years to the quality of its products and services in order to always satisfy its customers. OCEA is certified by the international standard ISO 9001 since 2010, guarantee of compliance with quality requirements and of our commitment for continuous improvement.

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C’est le poids du bateau prêt à naviguer avec un armement minimum comprenant la voilure de base, le moteur de puissance moyenne recommandée, une ligne de mouillage et quelques amarres. S’il y a un ballast liquide, il est vide.

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The experts and brokers at Moran Yacht & Ship have been in the industry for a long time and oversee many superyacht construction projects. Their expertise will support you at every stage of the new build process, ensuring your exact requirements are met. This includes:

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The cost of building a yacht from scratch is based on multiple factors, including the size of the vessel, materials used, the complexity of the design, technology, propulsion systems, interior design features, onboard amenities, and the shipyard and designers used. Expect building a luxury boat to cost anywhere from $2 million to more than $300 million. Working with an experienced new build project management team, such as the experts at Moran Yacht & Ship, offers a cost-effective solution by ensuring builds remain within budget.

What are the benefits of building a yacht as opposed to buying a used yacht?

There are multiple benefits to building a yacht as opposed to buying a pre-owned yacht. When you build your own yacht, you enjoy the benefits of a fully customized vessel to meet your precise requirements, from its naval architecture and size to its cruising capabilities, layout, onboard technology, amenities, and interior design. A custom yacht will be tailored to suit your lifestyle and desired experiences.

Also, when you build your yacht, you won’t have to worry about pre-existing conditions. A new build yacht will come fully warranted, providing protection from future mechanical repairs and providing complete peace of mind.

Finally, Moran Yacht & Ship ensures that building a yacht is indulgently fun. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a team of highly experienced boat-building professionals to create something truly extraordinary, from sketch board to on the water. Nothing matches the thrill of building your own yacht with even the smallest details tailored to your precise requirements. Indeed, a custom yacht offers the ultimate lifestyle purchase.

What are the pedigree shipyards that Moran has built with?

• Lurssen Since 1875, the northern German shipyard has produced some of the finest vessels on the superyacht market. This pedigree shipyard is known for innovating and utilizing cutting-edge technology. Lurssen continually breaks records, including developing both the longest superyacht in the world (AZZAM) and the biggest luxury superyacht in the world (DILBAR).
• Amels This Dutch shipyard officially entered the yachting sphere with the superyacht KATALINA, now named LADY GEORGINA, in 1982. The luxury boat builder specializes in motor boats, constructing both full custom as well as their highly sought-after semi-custom Limited Editions yacht series.
• Oceanco Oceanco is a pedigree boat builder and industry pioneer based in the Netherlands. The shipbuilder is renowned for building award-winning custom vessels up to 200 meters, both motor yachts and sailing vessels. The Dutch shipyard specializes in building innovative, high-quality superyachts that push the boundaries of shipbuilding.
• Feadship Also among the world’s most notable superyacht manufacturers is Feadship, a full custom motor yacht builder known for its uncompromising pursuit of perfection. The pedigree shipbuilder is located in Holland and boasts a long history stretching back to 1949.

Moran Yacht & Ship boasts strong relationships with the world’s leading shipyards and has project managed some of the world’s most luxurious custom superyachts. Contact us today if you want to build a luxury boat.

What countries are known to have the best shipyards?

European countries, including the Netherlands, Italy, France, and Germany, dominate when it comes to the best shipyards, thanks to their rich maritime heritage, skilled craftsmanship, and use of exceptionally high-quality materials.

What are the current waiting times to build a yacht with the best shipyards?

Overall, the more prestigious the shipyard, the longer the waiting time will be. Current waiting times for some of the most prestigious builders are around 4 to 5 years.

How long does it take to build a yacht?

The build time for a yacht can vary significantly depending on the project’s size, specifications, and complexity. Generally, superyacht construction times at pedigree shipyards range from 36 to 39 months.

Our new construction team is known for delivering our client’s projects on time and within budget.

What are mega yacht hulls made from?

Megayacht hulls are typically made from fiberglass, aluminum, or steel, and the choice of material will depend on the budget, yacht design, and how the owner wishes the vessel to perform.

A fiberglass hull is known for its excellent sea-keeping capabilities and ease of maintenance.

Aluminum offers excellent strength and durability. As a relatively lightweight material, it also provides better fuel economy and enables a yacht to reach higher speeds.

Steel is an exceptionally strong and durable material with high resistance to abrasion, making it popular with ocean-cruising yachts, especially expedition vessels. However, it is heavier than fiberglass or aluminum, making it less popular with owners wishing to build a yacht where speed is a priority.

What makes a boat considered a yacht?

Overall, there is no standardized definition of what makes a yacht. Mostly, the term yacht applies to vessels over 24 meters, where regulations for ownership change as well. The term yacht can equally define a motor boat or sailing vessel. Additionally, terms like superyacht,  megayacht, or gigayacht are often used to describe the most luxurious and largest ocean-going vessels.

Do I have to pay VAT on a new yacht?

As a moveable asset, whether you have to pay VAT – Value Added Tax – can be complex. Generally speaking, whether you have to pay VAT will depend on the country the owner is acquiring the yacht from and their country of residence. The VAT may also depend on the intended use of the vessel. Every country has different VAT rules and regulations. It is always a good idea to consult with a local tax professional with expert knowledge of the yachting industry to mitigate any potential tax liabilities.

What are financing options for yacht construction?

Building a new luxury boat can be an expensive endeavor and is a significant investment. Various financing options are available to those interested in purchasing or building a yacht. Financing typically involves one of three different solutions:

• Portfolio loans
• Private lenders

Bank loans are a popular option for financing a yacht construction. Many banks offer boat loans, which are similar to auto loans in terms of loan structure and required collateral.

Portfolio loans have become more popular for financing new construction projects. A number of institutions offer these and often have very favorable rates.

Private lenders also offer funding for boat construction. These lenders typically offer more lenient terms compared to banks. However, interest rates can be higher, and a larger down payment is often required.

How much does it cost to run a yacht per year?

The cost of running a yacht depends on many factors, including:

• Maintenance needs : they will also grow with the age of the yacht
• Size : the larger the yacht, the more crew is required
• Time spent cruising : fuel expenses increase with the cruising range
• Insurance costs
• Location : dockage and mooring fees will vary

Overall, a rule of thumb is that luxury yachts cost around 10% of their purchase price per year. This percentage is typically reduced slightly as the size of the boat increases.

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Five people die in attempt to cross Channel in small boat from France

Three men, a woman and a child reported dead with vessel said to have been carrying more than 110 people

Five people, including a child, have died in an attempt to cross the Channel in a small boat near the town of Wimereux, south of Calais, French authorities say.

More than 110 people were said to have been on board the vessel when it left at 5am near the Plage des Allemands.

The Calais prefect, Jacques Billant, told the Guardian that despite the deaths, 57 people had continued their journey to Britain once the boat’s motor had been restarted.

A provisional assessment reported five deaths, of three men, a woman, and a child reportedly aged between four and seven, and one person slightly injured.

Billant said a rescue operation had been dispatched quickly to the boat in difficulty, and rescuers saw six people “in great difficulty” or inanimate on the boat. They were immediately rescued and taken to shore for treatment by emergency services but “despite attempts to reanimate them, five of them died”, he said.

A further 47 people were rescued from the vessel and were helped by police, emergency services and doctors in Boulogne-sur-Mer. Four were admitted to hospital for treatment.

Billant said that “despite this complex and delicate situation”, 57 people on the dinghy did not want to leave the boat. They managed to get the motor running and continued to Britain, under the surveillance of French authorities.

The French association Osmose 62, which helps asylum seekers and refugees in northern France, was present in Wimereux. Dany Patoux, a volunteer, told France 3 regional television that he had been there when some of the people on the failed crossing made it back to shore.

He said he had seen the father of the child who died. “We knew the little girl well. We have photos with her, where she has a big smile in the hope of a better life. But now it’s all ruined. Her father fell into our arms just now. He is in tears, he is in a terrible state. He saw his daughter die before his eyes.”

The deaths come hours after Rishi Sunak’s government passed legislation to allow it to deport asylum seekers who arrive in the UK on small boats to Rwanda. Sunak said the “tragic” reports of deaths in the Channel showed why the Rwanda plan was needed.

“It’s just a reminder of why my plan is so important because there’s a certain element of compassion about everything that we’re doing,” he told reporters. “We want to prevent people making these very dangerous crossings. If you look at what’s happening, criminal gangs are exploiting vulnerable people.

“They are packing more and more people into these unseaworthy dinghies; you’ve seen an enormous increase in the numbers over the past few years. This is what tragically happens when they push people out to sea and that’s why, for matters of compassion more than anything else, we must actually break this business model.”

More than 6,000 people have made the journey so far this year – an increase of about a quarter on the same period last year.

Matthew Rycroft, the most senior civil servant in the Home Office, who has overseen the Rwanda scheme for two years, previously told MPs he did not have evidence to show it would have a deterrent effect that would make it value for money.

The deal will cost £1.8m for each of the first 300 deportees, the National Audit Office has confirmed.

The Channel is one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes and currents are strong, making the crossing on small boats dangerous. People smugglers typically overload rickety dinghies, often leaving them barely afloat as they try to reach British shores.

The Refugee Council in the UK described the deaths as “devastating” and “all the more tragic” coming just hours after the Rwanda bill was passed.

Enver Solomon, the council’s chief executive, said: “It is shocking to learn of the terrible loss of yet more lives in the Channel this morning. Our thoughts go out to the families and loved ones of those affected. This is another devastating human tragedy that could and should have been avoided, and for it to happen just hours after the government’s Rwanda bill became law makes it all the more tragic.

“The only sustainable way to reduce dangerous journeys … is for the government to reduce the need for desperate people to take desperate actions. Instead of hostile, headline-grabbing legislation, we need to see safe routes for those fleeing conflict and persecution, including more options for family reunion, refugee visas, and cooperation with our European neighbours.”

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It's been a busy day, thanks for sticking with us as we navigated our way through reaction to Rishi Sunak's late-night victory at Westminster - and then the tragic news that five people had died while crossing the Channel.

If you want to keep reading about the day's developments, here's where to go:

• The BBC's Andrew Harding has written up his experience of seeing people struggle on a small boat in France before five people - including a young girl - died
• Meanwhile, our politics team have looked at the prime minister's response to the incident, plus reaction to the Rwanda bill being passed in a showdown at the House of Lords

The team writing this page today was Ben Hatton, Sophie Abdulla, Joe McFadden and Ali Abbas Ahmadi - editing was Francesca Gillett, James Harness and me.

Recap - deaths on Channel and Sunak's incoming Rwanda law

We're ending our live coverage now, thanks for following along. Before we go, here's a quick round-up of the day's main events:

Five people die crossing the Channel

• A seven-year-old girl, a woman and three men died in the early hours of this morning while trying to get from France to the UK in a small boat
• The French coastguard said the boat was overloaded and carrying 110 people when the incident happened at about 05:00 local time (04:00 BST)
• The BBC was on a beach on the French coast, south of Calais, and witnessed migrants boarding a boat to cross the Channel - it later turned out to be the boat that ran into trouble
• Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called the incident "tragic", but said it was a reminder of why his Rwanda legislation was necessary

Rwanda policy

• On that note, the UK Parliament passed Sunak's flagship Rwanda bill late last night - after months of wrangling
• It will see some people seeking asylum sent to the East African country to have their claims processed
• Ministers have argued the plan will deter people from arriving in the UK on small boats across the English Channel - but the latest Home Office figures show that more people have made the perilous journey across the Channel so far this year than in the same period (January-April) in 2023
• Sunak said breaking "the business model" of criminal gangs who organise the crossings was "a matter of compassion", while Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer argued sending people to Rwanda was an expensive "gimmick" that wouldn't work

Rwandans split on UK asylum deal

Barbara Plett Usher

Africa correspondent, reporting from Kigali

The Rwanda asylum scheme certainly doesn’t get the attention here in Kigali - the East African country's capital - that it does in the UK.

One man tells me he thinks it'll be good for the economy to get new migrants, because it's expected they will stay here. They can bring fresh ideas, join the production force, be consumers, and so on.

Others say there aren’t enough jobs already, that there isn’t enough land for Rwanda and this will just add to competition.

That's the view of another man I've spoken to - he doesn't want to be identified, though, because he's expressing a view that opposed government policy.

So there's that as well, an undertone of fear, this allegation that the government suppresses dissent. Kigali denies that.

The UK government does acknowledge that there are some restrictions in Rwanda, with freedom of speech and association, but ministers have said the country is safe.

UK 'shifting responsibility' elsewhere - more reaction to Rwanda policy

We've some more reaction now to Rishi Sunak's flagship Rwanda bill, which was passed by Parliament late last night.

Vicky Tennant , the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)'s UK representative, says the policy is about the UK "stepping back from its responsibilities to offer protection in line with the Refugee Convention" - and "shifts that responsibility to another country".

Speaking to our colleagues on Radio 4's World at One programme, she highlights practical alternatives the government could take - such as giving people access to a "fair, efficient asylum system" that would offer protection to those who need it and allow the UK to deport those who do not meet their criteria.

Meanwhile, Australian former foreign minister Alexander Downer compares the Rwanda bill - soon to be law - to Australia's processing of asylum seekers on the tiny Pacific island nation of Nauru.

It proved to be a "highly successful" policy for Australia, Downer tells the same radio programme, adding "very few people endeavour to make that journey now, and we are as a result saving a large number of lives".

No evidence Rwanda law will deter crossings - Doctors Without Borders

The boss of the UK arm of Médecins Sans Frontières, also known as Doctors Without Borders, has criticised the UK's Rwanda policy - saying "there is no evidence" it will act as a deterrent and stop the boats (something ministers have previously said ).

Natalie Roberts describes people making the journey across the English Channel as "some of the most marginalised people on Earth", and says they will continue to cross despite knowing some "won't make it".

In a further statement, MSF UK also calls the policy "cruel and profoundly dangerous", labelling it "another dark chapter" in the UK's "brutal approach" to migration.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak insisted earlier it was "a matter of basic compassion" that he wants to stop the boats.

"There's nothing compassionate about allowing the current system to continue," he told a press conference in Poland - adding he was "incredibly sad" to hear about the deaths of five people earlier today .

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Rise in Vietnamese nationals arriving via small boats

As reported in our last post, 6,265 people have so far crossed the English Channel in small boats this year - and we at BBC Verify have been taking a closer look at the figures, released yesterday.

Of these, 1,266 were Vietnamese nationals. That makes up around 20% of the small boat arrivals this year and marks a tenfold increase on the same period last year.

A Home Office report in December said that many Vietnamese migrants brought to the UK were "highly likely to work in exploitative conditions" - in cannabis farms, for example.

Afghans were the second largest group by nationality this year, with 1,216 people (19% of the total) making the crossing so far.

Just last week, the UK signed a new agreement with Vietnam to crack down on illegal migration. Proposals include increased intelligence sharing and measures to tackle visa abuse.

Are the number of Channel crossings higher this year?

The UK government says sending people seeking asylum to Rwanda will deter people from crossing the English Channel in small boats - one of PM Rishi Sunak's key political priorities.

But, as the below graph shows, 6,265 people have crossed the English Channel in small boats since the start of 2024 (as of 21 April - two days ago).

That is up by nearly a quarter compared to the same period the year before.

In the whole of 2023, 29,437 people came to the UK this way - a drop from the 2022 total of 45,755.

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What we know about deadly Channel incident

We've reported heavily today on the news that five people - including a young girl - died while trying to cross the Channel in a small boat.

If you're just joining us, or need a recap, here's everything we know so far about the incident:

• The small boat set off in the early hours of this morning from a beach in Wimereux, northern France, according to French officials
• Different accounts of the time have been provided, but they all place the incident between around 05:00 and 06:30 local time CEST (04:00 and 05:30 BST)
• The boat was "heavily laden" and carrying more than 100 people, the French maritime prefecture for the Channel and the North Sea said
• In a statement, it added that the boat appeared to get into difficulty after passing a sandbank, prompting rescue efforts
• A seven-year-old girl, a woman and three men were reported dead despite resuscitation attempts, according to Jacques Billant, the prefect of Pas-de-Calais
• More than 40 people were rescued, French officials said, but more than 50 people remained in the boat and continued towards the UK
• Other small boats have also been reported to have attempted the crossing today

'He saw his little daughter die before his eyes,' French media report

A volunteer with the Boulogne-based charity Osmose 62 - which patrols the French coast to offer help to migrants - has said they knew the little girl who drowned earlier today .

The volunteer found the girl's father on the beach, they told French newspaper La Voix du Nord, and said he was crying:

Quote Message: We hugged this man, he was in tears. We know him well because we often saw him during our patrols. These are people who have attempted the crossing several times. Then the emergency services asked us to leave the scene." We hugged this man, he was in tears. We know him well because we often saw him during our patrols. These are people who have attempted the crossing several times. Then the emergency services asked us to leave the scene."

The volunteer - who's not named - said they had photos with the girl, who they described as having "a big smile, in the hope of a better life".

“The father fell into our arms earlier. He is crying, in a daze. He saw his little daughter die before his eyes."

Watch: The scene in northern France as migrants try to board boats

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As we reported earlier , BBC correspondent Andrew Harding was on the beach on the French coast, south of Calais, in the early hours of this morning - and witnessed migrants boarding a boat to cross the Channel.

It was the same boat that later ran into trouble and led to the deaths of five people.

He and his team recorded video showing more than 100 migrants as they tried to get to the water, while French police tried to stop them.

Read Andrew's full account here.

Migrants tell of shock at girl's death

Tom Symonds

Home affairs correspondent, reporting from France

We’ve stopped on a dusty road close to Gravelines, north-east of Calais, where migrants live in groups by nationality.

Two different people suggested the child who died was partially sighted and known to many of the migrants. We are on our way to the beach where it happened.

We’ve asked groups of South Sudanese and Somali migrants whether the Rwanda bill would change their attitude to the hazardous crossing to the UK.

Many didn’t know how the government’s plan would work. As we explained that they might be removed to Rwanda to make their asylum application, with no chance of staying in the UK, eyebrows raised, and more questions followed.

But no one said it would deter them.

Joshua Cheetham

What do we know about the Channel rescue effort?

BBC Verify has been monitoring French search and rescue efforts.

French authorities say the migrant boat incident took place at around 05:00 local time (04:00 BST).

Shortly afterwards, ship tracking data from MarineTraffic shows a number of French coastguard vessels scrambled to the area in red, heading south from Wimereux.

Among the group were several small inflatable boats, which are often used in search and rescue efforts.

One of them, the PDT Jacques Lebrun, sailed to Boulogne-sur-Mer, while others headed north-west across the Channel. Another French warship joined them shortly afterwards.

Weather forecasts at the time show that the conditions were clear, but the air temperature was barely above freezing and the sea temperature was 11C. Without warm clothing, these temperatures would have been life threatening for the migrants.

Tragic deaths underscore need for Rwanda plan, says Sunak

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says the "tragic" incident in the Channel today in which five people died "underscores" the need for the Rwanda plan.

Sunak - who spoke to reporters on his way to Warsaw to meet Nato leaders to discuss Ukraine aid - says this is a "reminder of why our plan is so important", asserting that the UK government wants to "prevent people making these very dangerous crossings".

He blames criminal gangs for exploiting people by sending them on these dangerous journeys, and says their business model must be broken "for matters of compassion more than anything else".

"But as I said it underscores why you need a deterrent very simply. People need to know that if they try and come here illegally they won't be able to stay, they'll be returned either to their own country or Rwanda."

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A range of experts and BBC correspondents are answering your questions on the government's new Rwanda law.

Breaking Seven-year-old girl among those who died in Channel - French official

We've just learnt that the child who was among the five people who died in the Channel this morning was a seven-year-old girl.

The update came from Jacques Billant, the prefect of Pas-de-Calais, who said: "The boat set sail from the Plage des Allemands beach in Wimereux, with 112 people on board. This has never been seen before.

"A few hundred meters from the coast, the engine stopped and several people fell into the water," he said.

A patrol boat sent to rescue them found several people who were unconscious, he said. Six people were taken to the shore at Wimereux to be treated by emergency services, but despite resuscitation attempts, five of them died, he said.

According to authorities, 58 people who were still in the inflatable remained on board, as they did not wish to be rescued, while 49 were taken back to Boulogne in France.

"They managed to restart the engine and decided to continue their sea route towards Great Britain under the surveillance of course of the French Navy," he said.

The boat was overcrowded, with more clambering on

Andrew Harding

On the north coast of France

The French police had struggled to stop the migrants as they’d charged from the dark sand dunes towards the sea.

Several young men turned round to face the police, brandishing long sticks, and throwing flares or firecrackers.

Two women with a child, who could not keep up with the group, were stopped by the police on the shoreline. One said she was from Iraq and was desperate to join her family in the UK.

Once the migrants had boarded the inflatable boat they’d been dragging across the sand, the police made no further attempt to stop them.

At one point the overloaded boat appeared to be beached on a sand bar by the retreating tide, but then it moved further out to sea.

We waited as the light grew stronger and could see that several small rescue boats had been launched from a large French maritime rescue ship off the coast.

The rescue boats seemed to circle the now distant inflatable boat for a time. It was only hours later that we learnt that there were dead onboard the inflatable.

Breaking Pictures show migrant boat which later ran aground

BBC correspondent Andrew Harding was on the beach on the French coast, south of Calais, in the early hours of this morning - and witnessed migrants boarding a boat to cross the Channel.

It's now been confirmed that the boat that he witnessed is the boat which later ran aground and left five people dead.

This boat is different to the boat which we filmed further along the coast later this morning.

Migrants brought to shore in Dover

Simon Jones

Reporting from Dover

It’s turning out to be another busy day in the Channel.

We’ve watched the Border Force bring in a first group of migrants to Dover. We counted around 70 people - including women and children.

A second Border Force boat is also heading in, along with the Dover lifeboat, laden with people.

Conditions in the Channel are very calm - it’s what Border Force label a red day, meaning crossings are expected in large numbers. That forecast is certainly proving to be the case.

A reminder: what is the Rwanda scheme?

We've been speaking a lot of about the UK's Rwanda legislation which was passed last night, and here is what exactly it means for an asylum seeker.

The UK will send some of those people seeking asylum in the country to Rwanda to have their claims processed there under a five-year agreement.

If successful, they could be granted refugee status and allowed to stay in Rwanda .

If not, they could apply to settle in Rwanda on other grounds, or seek asylum in another "safe third country" .

No asylum seeker would be able to apply to return to the UK.

Ministers have argued the plan would deter people from arriving in the UK on small boats across the English Channel.

To read more about the UK's legislation, click here. .

Rwanda is safe and we're pleased UK bill has passed, its government says

Earlier we heard from the Rwandan government, who welcomed the news that Parliament had finally passed a bill to deport illegal migrants here.

All along Kigali maintained it was committed to the deal despite the controversy it generated in the UK, and says it’s prepared to accept the asylum seekers.

In a statement the spokesperson for the authorities here said Rwanda was "pleased" the bill had passed.

But, Yolande Makolo said: "It doesn’t alter what we have always known to be true: we have worked hard over the last 30 years to make Rwanda a safe and secure country for Rwandans and non-Rwandans alike."

Rwanda has taken steps to address the human rights concerns of the Supreme Court, and prepared facilities for the asylum seekers. But it is not yet clear what volume of migrants it will be able to accommodate in the coming months.

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