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Opening Round of Louis Vuitton Cup Concludes
Opening Round of Louis Vuitton Cup Concludes
Sunday, 01 September 2024

Barcelona delivered some stunning conditions on the fourth day of the first round robin stage of the Louis Vuitton Cup with an easterly breeze that oscillated around 10 knots allowing the Race Committee to set a course running close to the Barcelo...

INEOS Britannia picks up third win of Louis Vuitton Cup in thrilling race against the French
INEOS Britannia picks up third win of Louis Vuitton Cup in thrilling race against the French
Sunday, 01 September 2024

In one of the most thrilling races of the 37th America’s Cup so far, INEOS Britannia picked up their third win of the event against Orient Express Racing Team.

INEOS Britannia second in the Challengers Leaderboard after intense Day 3 at Louis Vuitton Cup
INEOS Britannia second in the Challengers Leaderboard after intense Day 3 at Louis Vuitton Cup
Saturday, 31 August 2024

INEOS Britannia, the Challenger of Record racing for the Royal Yacht Squadron in the 37thAmerica’s Cup, sits second on the Challengers Leaderboard after the third day of the Louis Vuitton Cup (Challenger Selection Series).

PATIENCE AND ACCURACY REWARDED ON DAY THREE OF THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP
PATIENCE AND ACCURACY REWARDED ON DAY THREE OF THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP
Saturday, 31 August 2024

It was a tough day at the office for the world’s greatest sailors competing at the Louis Vuitton Cup in Barcelona with light winds eliciting those sporting extremes of both elation and frustration. It was a day where the slightest drop in co...

Shootin’ the Breeze… Adam Jones
Shootin’ the Breeze… Adam Jones
Saturday, 31 August 2024

We catch up with ‘London Perch Finder’ Adam Jones about angling using solunar theory, and also his YouTube channel.

HOT TOPIC: Anchoring With Care
HOT TOPIC: Anchoring With Care
Saturday, 31 August 2024

Here we share some invaluable advice on how to minimise your impact when anchoring, from the RYA’s environmental programme, The Green Blue.

Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge visits America’s Cup Team INEOS Britannia in Barcelona
Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge visits America’s Cup Team INEOS Britannia in Barcelona
Friday, 30 August 2024

Double Olympic Champion and sub-two-hour marathon runner (INEOS 1:59 Challenge) Eliud Kipchoge has visited the British America’s Cup team, INEOS Britannia, at their base in Barcelona.

WIND SHUTS DOWN AFTER TWO RACES ON SECOND DAY OF LOUIS VUITTON CUP
WIND SHUTS DOWN AFTER TWO RACES ON SECOND DAY OF LOUIS VUITTON CUP
Friday, 30 August 2024

A tricky day for the Race Officers at the Louis Vuitton Cup who managed to get two races completed before the wind shut-down to below the 6.5 knot lower limit average across a zephyr-laden course and caused the racing to be reluctantly cancelled a...

Round Britain eRIB Challenge Completed
Round Britain eRIB Challenge Completed
Friday, 30 August 2024

18-year-old Harry Besley has completed a never attempted before journey around Britain in his electric RIB, stopping at over 45 locations across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland, travelling approximately 1,708 nm over the course of 31...

Setback for Emirates Team New Zealand
Setback for Emirates Team New Zealand
Thursday, 29 August 2024

After racing on Race day one of the Louis Vuitton Round Robin, as the team were lifting their AC75 ‘Taihoro’ from the water, there was an issue with the lift and the boat landed heavily onto its supporting cradle.

INEOS Britannia kicks off Louis Vuitton Cup with race win against its oldest rivals
INEOS Britannia kicks off Louis Vuitton Cup with race win against its oldest rivals
Thursday, 29 August 2024

INEOS Britannia, the Challenger of Record racing for the Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd in the 37thAmerica’s Cup, kicked off the Louis Vuitton Cup (Challenger Selection Series) with a win against its oldest rivals, New York Yacht Club American Mag...

RACING FIT FOR ROYALTY ON DAY ONE OF THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP
RACING FIT FOR ROYALTY ON DAY ONE OF THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP
Thursday, 29 August 2024

His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain was treated to a real spectacle on day one of the Louis Vuitton Cup with desperately close racing and some very interesting take-aways in light-airs. The King took to a hydrogen powered foiling support vessel to...

Free visits to Buckler’s Hard Museum with Heritage Open Days Festival weekend
Free visits to Buckler’s Hard Museum with Heritage Open Days Festival weekend
Thursday, 29 August 2024

Visitors are invited to make the most of Heritage Open Days Festival with free entry to Buckler’s Hard Museum from Friday 6th to Sunday 8th September at the maritime village on the banks of the Beaulieu River.

Arksen 8 is set for global launch at Southampton Boat Show alongside new, technical apparel
Arksen 8 is set for global launch at Southampton Boat Show alongside new, technical apparel
Thursday, 29 August 2024

Arksen is bringing the global debut of the Arksen 8 to the Southampton International Boat Show. Visitors can witness the first model in the Discovery Series, designed to cater to the needs of modern, adventure-seeking families with a premium open ...

Discover the world of cruising with the Cruising Association at Southampton International Boat Show
Discover the world of cruising with the Cruising Association at Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 29 August 2024

The Cruising Association (CA) is excited to welcome visitors to Stand J419 in Ocean Hall at the Southampton International Boat Show. Whether you are just starting your cruising journey in UK waters, planning European inland waterway trips, or drea...

INEOS Britannia set to start ‘racing for keeps’ in the Louis Vuitton Cup
INEOS Britannia set to start ‘racing for keeps’ in the Louis Vuitton Cup
Wednesday, 28 August 2024

With just one day to go until the first stage of the 37th America’s Cup kicks off in Barcelona, INEOS Britannia Team Principal and Skipper Ben Ainslie said teams were “now racing for keeps where every point counts” and that ...

Henri-Lloyd sponsors marine conservation project launched at Dartmouth Royal Regatta Sailing Week
Henri-Lloyd sponsors marine conservation project launched at Dartmouth Royal Regatta Sailing Week
Wednesday, 28 August 2024

Sponsor and official clothing partner of Dartmouth Royal Regatta Sailing Week, Henri-Lloyd, is supporting marine environmentalist and broadcaster Monty Halls in his call out for local groups, schools, organisations and individuals to put forward i...

The Southampton International Boat Show Welcomes Apprentices, Students, and Career-Seekers to Explore Exciting Opportunities in the Marine Sector
The Southampton International Boat Show Welcomes Apprentices, Students, and Career-Seekers to Explore Exciting Opportunities in the Marine Sector
Wednesday, 28 August 2024

The Southampton International Boat Show (13-22 September) is set to open its doors to hundreds of apprentices, school children, and career-seekers, as the marine industry showcases an array of exciting opportunities within the British marine secto...

New Horizons Project in Bristol
New Horizons Project in Bristol
Tuesday, 27 August 2024

The New Horizons Project is currently operating at The All Aboard Watersports Centre in Bristol, connecting local young people aged 10-20 with the world of sailing through work with local community groups, educators, and organisations.

NEW UK DISTRIBUTION PARTNERSHIP
NEW UK DISTRIBUTION PARTNERSHIP
Tuesday, 27 August 2024

Yamaha Motor UK has announced a new strategic distribution partnership with Finnish boat manufacturer Terhi, a brand of Oy Brandt Ab. 

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