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RNLI lifesavers nominated for four Global Search & Rescue Excellence Awards
Thursday, 14 May 2026Volunteers and staff of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) have been nominated for four Global Search & Rescue Excellence Awards, including the RNLI lifeguards, who are up for Team of the Year during their 25th anniversary.
Strong visitor turnout and major debuts mark successful 2026 South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show
Wednesday, 13 May 2026The South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show concluded a successful three-day run at Ocean Village Marina in Southampton on Sunday (10 May), welcoming visitors from across the UK and overseas to explore more than 120 boats, major UK debuts and the l...
GoBoat expands into electric conversions as demand for cleaner boating grows
Wednesday, 13 May 2026GoBoat is expanding its role in the UK marine sector with the launch of an electric boat conversion service, as demand for more sustainable boating continues to grow.
Marina Port de Mallorca stages full-scale emergency drill to test safety protocols
Wednesday, 13 May 2026Marina Port de Mallorca recently conducted a full-scale emergency drill focused on enhancing response procedures and preparedness for potential incidents within the marina setting.
ESEA sets out long-term vision for next generation of electric boating
Wednesday, 13 May 2026ESEA, a next generation electric boat company, is setting out its long-term vision for the future of leisure boating following the completion of its initial seed funding round, backed by strategic investors with strong experience across technology...
Ryan Reynolds meets SailGP… and loses his mind
Tuesday, 12 May 2026The BONDS Flying Roos cemented their place as the team to beat in the 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship with a statement victory at the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix.
Britain’s Athena Pathway announces Women’s and Youth crew for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta Sardinia
Tuesday, 12 May 2026Athena Pathway, the team representing Great Britain in the Women’s and Youth America’s Cup events, has announced its race crew for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta Sardinia, set to take place in Cagliari, ...
GB1 announces race crew for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta in Sardinia
Tuesday, 12 May 2026GB1, Britain’s challenger for the America’s Cup, will return to racing next week for the debut event of the 38th America’s Cup (AC38), as the first Preliminary Regatta gets underway in Cagliari, Sardinia, from 21 – 24 May.<...
Chichester Harbour Race Week
Tuesday, 12 May 2026The hugely popular family-friendly Chichester Harbour Race Week (aka “Fed Week”) has now been running successfully for over 60 years.
D-Marin data reveals evolving expectations among modern boaters
Monday, 11 May 2026D-Marin has identified a structural shift in cruising behaviour, as modern boaters increasingly move away from single-base sailing and embrace more flexible, multi-destination itineraries.
Falmouth Harbour invests £50,000 in new Superyacht and Large Vessel Moorings
Monday, 11 May 2026Falmouth Harbour has reinforced its position as one of the UK’s leading deep-water ports with a £50,000 investment in new high-capacity mooring buoys, designed to support the evolving needs of superyachts and large commercial vessels.<...
Marina Port Andratx launches marine wildlife rescue point alongside Palma Aquarium Foundation
Monday, 11 May 2026Marina Port Andratx has launched a marine wildlife rescue point in partnership with the Palma Aquarium Foundation, further underlining its commitment to marine conservation and the protection of Mediterranean species.
King Charles gives Emirates GBR the Royal seal of approval ahead of Bermuda Sail Grand Prix
Monday, 11 May 2026King Charles III has given Emirates GBR the Royal seal of approval ahead of the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix this weekend, after meeting Driver Dylan Fletcher MBE during his state visit to the overseas territory.
Emirates GBR Retain Second Place in 2026 Season Standings
Sunday, 10 May 2026Emirates GBR missed out on the Apex Bermuda Sail Grand Prix final by one place after a challenging second day of racing in difficult and unstable conditions on the Bermuda Sound.
Artemis SailGP Announces Purpose Partnership with Andrew Simpson Foundation in Bermuda
Saturday, 09 May 2026Artemis Sail GP has announced a new Purpose Partnership with the Andrew Simpson Foundation (ASF), launching in Bermuda on the anniversary of Andrew “Bart” Simpson’s passing.
Emirates GBR remain in Contention as Bermuda Delivers “Glamour Racing”
Saturday, 09 May 2026SailGP returned to the beautiful island of Bermuda for the fifth event of the 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship. With its pink sands, crystal-clear blue waters and consistent breeze, it remains one of the most popular ve...
Goodchild wins again
Friday, 08 May 2026Sam Goodchild continues his strong run in the IMOCA Class. The British sailor secured his fourth victory in the Class – and his first single-handed win – at the finish of the 1000 Race, the opening event of the season.
Wreck donated to train next generation of accident investigators
Friday, 08 May 2026The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has donated the wreck of fishing vessel Nicola Faith to Cranfield University for use when training students in accident investigation on their Fundamentals of Accident Investigation Course.
Helly Hansen donates 10% of all UK online sales to RNLI for annual Mayday fundraiser
Friday, 08 May 2026Helly Hansen, returns with its iconic pledge to donate ten per cent of all UK online sales to its strategic charity partner, RNLI, during May.
Ocean hero takes up Falmouth’s 2027 ‘community-powered’ AZAB Challenge
Friday, 08 May 2026World-renowned sailor Pete Goss MBE is supporting Falmouth’s Azores and Back race team with ambitious plans to evolve the 2027 AZAB Challenge into a more outward-facing, community-powered and sponsored event – which stays true to its C...
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