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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.

RS Marine Group and ePropulsion announce partnership to power the Cheetah R630
RS Marine Group and ePropulsion announce partnership to power the Cheetah R630
Thursday, 22 February 2024

RS Marine Group has announced the collaboration with ePropulson’s X Series electric outboards to power the group’s Cheetah R630 EV-ready RIB, which will be showcased at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show, taking place at Farnborough...

The Art of Buckler’s Hard exhibition to open
The Art of Buckler’s Hard exhibition to open
Thursday, 22 February 2024

An art exhibition inspired by Sky Arts’ Landscape Artist of the Year semi-finalists’ paintings of Buckler’s Hard will open soon in the maritime village.

First Class Sailing Offers Young Explorers a Unique Sea Adventure for Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award On-Board Golden Vanity
First Class Sailing Offers Young Explorers a Unique Sea Adventure for Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award On-Board Golden Vanity
Thursday, 22 February 2024

First Class Sailing has announced an exciting and enriching opportunity for young adventurers to embark on a residential at sea as part of their Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award.

2024 Barton Rising Star To Be Unveiled and New Dinghy Products at The RYA Dinghy Show
2024 Barton Rising Star To Be Unveiled and New Dinghy Products at The RYA Dinghy Show
Thursday, 22 February 2024

Drop by Barton Marine stand Q20 at the RYA Dinghy Show to discover exciting dinghy equipment launches and celebrate the grand announcement of the talented 2024 Barton Rising Star.

Class Associations at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Class Associations at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Thursday, 22 February 2024

The RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show 2024 supported by Sunsail is gearing up to deliver an action-packed weekend for watersports enthusiasts from 24-25 February at Farnborough International.

EVRIKA AND WHITE SHADOW FINISH LEG 3 IN OGR
EVRIKA AND WHITE SHADOW FINISH LEG 3 IN OGR
Thursday, 22 February 2024

In the dusky evening light, skipper Dominique Dubois helmed the impressive Swan 65, Evrika FR (07) across the Punta del Este finish line in 12 knots winds at 22.42 UTC, after 37 days at sea. The French crew, composed of close family and friends, l...

Two Chinese teams take top two podiums in seventh stage of Clipper Race
Two Chinese teams take top two podiums in seventh stage of Clipper Race
Thursday, 22 February 2024

It was a duo of Chinese teams, representing the cities of Qingdao and Zhuhai, who took first and second place in the latest stage of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. 

Six Months Until America’s Cup Racing Begins
Six Months Until America’s Cup Racing Begins
Thursday, 22 February 2024

In just six months’ time, the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup will begin and see the finest sailing and design teams in the world go head-to-head for the oldest trophy in international sport.

Call to Women in STEM to inspire girls at Maritime Roadshow
Call to Women in STEM to inspire girls at Maritime Roadshow
Wednesday, 21 February 2024

Maritime UK Solent (MUK Solent) is asking women working in the sector in STEM – science, technology, engineering and maths-related jobs to help them inspire young women to pursue similar careers.

Glasgow’s Ultimate Boats delivers recyclable patrol boat Loch Lomond
Glasgow’s Ultimate Boats delivers recyclable patrol boat Loch Lomond
Wednesday, 21 February 2024

UK boatbuilder Ultimate Boats has delivered a new state-of-the-art recyclable patrol boat to fellow Scottish organisation Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Authority.

BoatLife 2024 round-up
BoatLife 2024 round-up
Tuesday, 20 February 2024

During its four-day run, BoatLife 2024 – Powered by Suzuki, solidified its position as an important sales show for the UK boating community.

Marine Exhibitors Celebrate Success at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show 2024
Marine Exhibitors Celebrate Success at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show 2024
Tuesday, 20 February 2024

In its third consecutive year, British Marine is delighted to report that the designated marine exhibit at the sell-out Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show, has once again proved to be a resounding success, creating new opportunities for marine ...

“Getting Into Racing” webinar
“Getting Into Racing” webinar
Monday, 19 February 2024

The crew at Haven Knox-Johnston invite you to register for their free of charge, upcoming online webinar, “How to get into racing”, which is being held on Thursday 29 February at 7:30pm.

2023 YJA Awards Winners Revealed
2023 YJA Awards Winners Revealed
Monday, 19 February 2024

The winners of YJA Yachtsman of the Year and the YJA Young Sailor of the Year, supported by Henri-Lloyd, have been revealed.

Trio Triumph in Leg 3 of McIntyre Ocean Globe
Trio Triumph in Leg 3 of McIntyre Ocean Globe
Monday, 19 February 2024

It was a rainy, nighttime arrival for the former Whitbread winner, L’Esprit d’équipe, as the wind built in a large rain squall for their Punta del Este finish. Skippered by Les Sables d’Olonne sailor Lionel Regnier, this F...

Best of boardsports at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Best of boardsports at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Monday, 19 February 2024

The RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show supported by Sunsail, is the watersports enthusiast’s must-attend event of the year, taking place at Farnborough International on 24-25 February.

TRIANA IRC WIN, LEG 3 OF MCINTYRE OCEAN GLOBE
TRIANA IRC WIN, LEG 3 OF MCINTYRE OCEAN GLOBE
Sunday, 18 February 2024

Spirit of Helsinki powered across the Punta Del Este finish line in a nail-bitingly close end to the Cape Horn leg of the McIntyre Ocean Globe.

INEOS Britannia’s AC40 suffers fire onboard whilst training in Barcelona
INEOS Britannia’s AC40 suffers fire onboard whilst training in Barcelona
Friday, 16 February 2024

INEOS Britannia, Britain’s challenger for the 37th America’s Cup, has suffered damage to one of their one-design supplied AC40 training boats, Athena, after a fire onboard.

New Build Boats with Boatshed - Knysna Catamaran
New Build Boats with Boatshed - Knysna Catamaran
Friday, 16 February 2024

Boatshed are currently working alongside 14 boat manufacturers to advertise new build boats including catamarans, electric boats, fishing boats and even innovative stand up boats!

Slingsby lays down the gauntlet to next generation of SailGP stars in latest Racing on the Edge
Slingsby lays down the gauntlet to next generation of SailGP stars in latest Racing on the Edge
Friday, 16 February 2024 SailGP will return to the iconic waters of Sydney Harbour next week for its eighth stop in the Season 4 calendar. With only one week to go, the hometown favorite – Australia’s Tom Slingsby – is ruffling feathers in the latest e...

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