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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.

Shootin’ the Breeze… Kyle Meredith, ‘The OARburn Rower’
Shootin’ the Breeze… Kyle Meredith, ‘The OARburn Rower’
Wednesday, 02 October 2024

Kyle Meredith, ‘The OARburn Rower’, is a solo ocean rower aiming to become the first person in history to row – solo, unsupported and non-stop – from Africa to the USA

Video: TheYachtMarket.com CTO on Stantia, a cutting-edge CRM system for brokers
Video: TheYachtMarket.com CTO on Stantia, a cutting-edge CRM system for brokers
Wednesday, 02 October 2024


At the recent Southampton International Boat Show (13–21 September 2024), TheYachtMarket.com made an exciting announcement, introducing its new fully integrated CRM (customer relationship management) and boat listing management sy...

Hot Topic: Preparing Your Rig For An Atlantic Crossing
Hot Topic: Preparing Your Rig For An Atlantic Crossing
Wednesday, 02 October 2024

We spoke to Neil Brinsdon, Managing Director of Advanced Rigging and Hydraulics, for his top tips on preparing your rig for an Atlantic crossing.

Volvo Penta introduces Joystick Surfing for wake boats
Volvo Penta introduces Joystick Surfing for wake boats
Wednesday, 02 October 2024

Volvo Penta has launched Joystick Surfing, a new feature for wake boats that builds upon its existing Joystick Driving technology. The system is designed for use with Volvo Penta’s Twin Forward Drive on gasoline-powered boats and integrates...

Sanlorenzo Yachts UK collaborates with Linley for London showroom redesign
Sanlorenzo Yachts UK collaborates with Linley for London showroom redesign
Wednesday, 02 October 2024

Sanlorenzo Yachts UK has collaborated with British design studio Linley to redesign its flagship Belgravia showroom.

James Ketchell sets sail from Gosport Marina on a solo circumnavigation of the world
James Ketchell sets sail from Gosport Marina on a solo circumnavigation of the world
Wednesday, 02 October 2024

Premier’s Gosport Marina, renowned for its rich maritime heritage and home of the Clipper Round the World Race fleet, served as the starting point for adventurer James Ketchell’s epic solo circumnavigation of the globe. 

SailGP teams up with Sport Impact Summit
SailGP teams up with Sport Impact Summit
Wednesday, 02 October 2024

Sport Impact Summit has announced sailing championship, SailGP, as its newest Impact Partner.

Deadlock continues in Louis Vuitton Cup Final as Brits reach fastest speed in America’s Cup history
Deadlock continues in Louis Vuitton Cup Final as Brits reach fastest speed in America’s Cup history
Tuesday, 01 October 2024

Deadlock continues in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final as INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli end another race day on equal points. It was exhilharating racing at the top end of conditions, with Ben Ainslie’s British crew reaching the fa...

Cruise ship stuck in Belfast for months returns hours after leaving
Cruise ship stuck in Belfast for months returns hours after leaving
Tuesday, 01 October 2024

After months of delays, the Villa Vie Residences’ Odyssey cruise ship, stranded in Belfast since May, finally set sail on Monday night (30 September 2024) – only to return to port on Tuesday due to missing paperwork.

IBEX appoints editorial director
IBEX appoints editorial director
Tuesday, 01 October 2024

The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has hired Aaron Porter as editorial director.

New owner for OneSails GBR (East) and Evolution Rigging
New owner for OneSails GBR (East) and Evolution Rigging
Tuesday, 01 October 2024

Suffolk Yacht Harbour has been on a shopping spree, pursuing its quest to become a one-stop shop for berth holders and marine visitors. The marina, which says it offers the largest boat lifting and launching facilities between Bridlington in York...

Italian marine industry report confirms record turnover and sector shifting trends
Italian marine industry report confirms record turnover and sector shifting trends
Tuesday, 01 October 2024

As part of the Boating Economic Forecast conference at the 64th Genoa International Boat Show, the latest edition of Nautica in Cifre – LOG stats book confirmed the Italian yachting industry continued double-digit growth...

Nimbus closes Finnish production facilities
Nimbus closes Finnish production facilities
Tuesday, 01 October 2024

Nimbus Group, manufacturer of brands including Aquador, Bella, EdgeWater, Falcon, Flipper, Nimbus and Paragon Yachts, is closing its Finnish production facilities in Kuopio and Luoto and restructuring.

Supertaff's trusted caretakers.
Supertaff's trusted caretakers.
Tuesday, 01 October 2024

Introducing Augusto and Dai: The Dynamic Duo Behind Best of Lusitania and Supertaff’s Care

RS Sailing introduces new entry-level catamaran: The RS Cat12
RS Sailing introduces new entry-level catamaran: The RS Cat12
Tuesday, 01 October 2024

RS Sailing has launched the RS Cat12, a new catamaran designed to simplify multihull sailing for beginners, training centres and families. The boat fills a market gap for an accessible entry point into catamaran sailing, complementing the company...

All square in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final after another thrilling day of racing
All square in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final after another thrilling day of racing
Monday, 30 September 2024

The Louis Vuitton Cup Final continues to be the closest of competitions as INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli end another race day on even points.

RS Sailing Unveils the RS CAT12
RS Sailing Unveils the RS CAT12
Monday, 30 September 2024

 The RS CAT12 brings buoyancy and easy handling to the catamaran sailing world. This latest design from RS Sailing bursts onto the scene as the peppy younger sibling of the RS CAT16 and RS CAT14, filling a gap in the market for training centr...

Watch: Hurricane Helene latest – IBEX to open as planned
Watch: Hurricane Helene latest – IBEX to open as planned
Monday, 30 September 2024

IBEX is going ahead as planned on 1-3 October 2024. The news comes after Hurricane Helene made landfall and devastated last swathes of land, with at least 64 people reported dead so far, millions left homeless and severe power cuts.

Video: drama, disqualification and furious racing in Louis Vuitton Finals
Video: drama, disqualification and furious racing in Louis Vuitton Finals
Monday, 30 September 2024

A capsize pre-race, disqualification and fast and furious racing, characterises ‘super Sunday’ – Day 3 of the Louis Vuitton Finals with INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli.

MDL Marinas reports influx of superyachts following Brexit
MDL Marinas reports influx of superyachts following Brexit
Monday, 30 September 2024

MDL Marinas, the UK’s leading marina and water-based leisure provider is reporting a significant increase in the number of superyachts choosing its Ocean Village Marina in Southampton, UK. This, the company says, is thanks in part to t...

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