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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.

Red Bull Dominate in the Shadow of the World’s Superyachts on the Jeddah Corniche
Red Bull Dominate in the Shadow of the World’s Superyachts on the Jeddah Corniche
Monday, 20 March 2023

Red Bull continued their F1 domination on the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, as a fleet of the world’s superyachts looked on from the Jeddah Yacht Club Marina.

Disparity between boat and car accident penalties highlighted
Disparity between boat and car accident penalties highlighted
Monday, 20 March 2023

Nicola Lewis, mother of Emily Lewis – the teenager tragically killed on a RIB ‘thrill ride’ in August 2020 – has criticised how offences involving boats are dealt with. She says there is a disparity between the charges bei...

New lease of life for Collective Spirit
New lease of life for Collective Spirit
Monday, 20 March 2023

Collective Spirit, the sailing yacht that was built using over 1,200 donations of wooden items to celebrate the London 2012 Cultural Olympiad, has been acquired by Universal Yachting.

August Race signs distribution deal with Barrus
August Race signs distribution deal with Barrus
Monday, 20 March 2023

As August Race is focused on aggressive expansion internationally, it’s placed its UK and Ireland distribution for cleaning and protection products in the hands of Barrus.

Vilanova i la Geltrú announced as host venue for first AC37 preliminary regatta
Vilanova i la Geltrú announced as host venue for first AC37 preliminary regatta
Monday, 20 March 2023

The Catalonian port of Vilanova i la Geltrú, has been announced as the host venue for the first preliminary regatta of the 37th America’s Cup. Racing will take place over four days between 14-17th September 2023 in the AC40.

New dealer appointments for Greenline Yachts hybrid and electric fleet
New dealer appointments for Greenline Yachts hybrid and electric fleet
Monday, 20 March 2023

Greenline Yachts is expanding its network of dealers in territories including Malta, the Netherlands, Germany, Vietnam and New Zealand.

Oyster to host webinar on long-distance sailing
Oyster to host webinar on long-distance sailing
Monday, 20 March 2023

Oyster is to host a free webinar which it says will help sailors choose the right yacht for a circumnavigation.

Feadship releases outside images of ‘muscular’ Project 823
Feadship releases outside images of ‘muscular’ Project 823
Monday, 20 March 2023

Feadship says it has moved its 67.40m Project 823 outside of the construction hall at the Kaag yard for final outfitting in advance of sea trials later this year.

Airmar hires brand manager
Airmar hires brand manager
Monday, 20 March 2023

Airmar Technology Corporation, which describes itself as a leader in ultrasonic transducers and chirp technology, has named Suzanne Hawley as the brand manager for the company’s wholly owned distributor, Gemeco Marine Electronics Specialist...

Clipper 2023-24 Round the World Yacht Race Skippers announced
Clipper 2023-24 Round the World Yacht Race Skippers announced
Sunday, 19 March 2023

The 11 skippers set to lead teams of amateur sailors from all walks of life around the globe has been revealed.

Emirates GBR race ready in New Zealand for the penultimate event of SailGP Season 3
Emirates GBR race ready in New Zealand for the penultimate event of SailGP Season 3
Friday, 17 March 2023

As Sir Ben Ainslie and his Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team head to the penultimate event of the Season 3 Championship it’s all to play for as the pressure ramps up to secure a spot in the San Francisco Season 3 Grand Final in May.

Stage is set for SailGP’s sellout New Zealand debut
Stage is set for SailGP’s sellout New Zealand debut
Friday, 17 March 2023 SailGP continues its ever-expanding journey into new territories this weekend with the league’s first-ever New Zealand event taking place on March 18 and 19 at the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix | Christchurch. In the spectacular setting of Ly...
Princess S62 joins the London Luxury Afloat line-up
Princess S62 joins the London Luxury Afloat line-up
Friday, 17 March 2023

The organisers of London Luxury Afloat have announced that Princess Motor Yacht Sales have joined the line-up for this year’s show, showcasing the Princess S62.

VIDEO: First AC40 regatta of 37th America’s Cup cycle
VIDEO: First AC40 regatta of 37th America’s Cup cycle
Friday, 17 March 2023

The historic Catalonian port of Vilanova i la Geltrú, has been announced as the Host Venue for the first Preliminary Regatta of the 37th America’s Cup, with racing to take place over four days between 14 – 17 September 2023 in t...

Choosing the right yacht for a circumnavigation webinar
Choosing the right yacht for a circumnavigation webinar
Friday, 17 March 2023

Oyster hosts free webinar to help sailors choose the right yacht for a circumnavigation.

5000-mile blob of seaweed heading to Florida
5000-mile blob of seaweed heading to Florida
Friday, 17 March 2023

A colossal 5000-mile wide mass of seaweed is heading towards the beaches of Florida, having formed in the Atlantic Ocean.

Ancasta Group acquires Spencer Rigging
Ancasta Group acquires Spencer Rigging
Friday, 17 March 2023

Ancasta Group has announced the acquisition of Cowes-based Spencer Rigging to expand its portfolio of yacht services.

savvy navvy app promotes marine businesses
savvy navvy app promotes marine businesses
Friday, 17 March 2023

Navigation app savvy navvy has launched a new promoted pins feature, enabling marine businesses to reach a geo-targeted audience.

Pontoon manufacturer expands sales team
Pontoon manufacturer expands sales team
Friday, 17 March 2023

Pontoon manufacturer and water access specialist, Inland and Coastal Marina Systems (ICMS) has announced the appointment of Bryan Stewart, expanding its sales team in the UK.

Yatco announces new director of charter
Yatco announces new director of charter
Friday, 17 March 2023

Yatco has appointed Mike Hutton as new director of charter and Christos Rigalos as field representative for Greece. Hutton will be based in the UK, is a seasoned charter professional with over 22 years of experience in the yacht charter market an...

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