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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.

Crew of global sailing race send message of support to Ukraine
Crew of global sailing race send message of support to Ukraine
Monday, 21 March 2022

The Clipper 2019-20 Race restarted from the Philippines with the 11 yachts, crewed by non-professional sailors, leaving for the crossing to Seattle. The Clipper Race edition has been on hold for two years due to the pandemic. 

Endurance Discovery Live Global Broadcast Enabled by Inmarsat Fleet Xpress
Endurance Discovery Live Global Broadcast Enabled by Inmarsat Fleet Xpress
Monday, 21 March 2022

Fleet Xpress from Inmarsat provided a high-speed connectivity solution to enable History Hit to broadcast the discovery of Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton’s lost ship, Endurance, from the Southern Ocean.

The Clipper 2019-20 Race – Race 10: Sailing City · Qingdao Cup
The Clipper 2019-20 Race – Race 10: Sailing City · Qingdao Cup
Sunday, 20 March 2022

The Clipper 2019-20 Race restarted from the Philippines today with the 11 yachts, crewed by non-professional sailors, departing for the North Pacific crossing to Seattle.

Local Children Funded to Develop Sailing Skills and Confidence at Royal Lymington
Local Children Funded to Develop Sailing Skills and Confidence at Royal Lymington
Saturday, 19 March 2022

The Royal Lymington Yacht Club’s new Junior Sailing Development Fund has received sponsorship money to invest in helping local children to develop their sailing skills beyond the Club’s popular Wednesday Ju...

Oyster Yachts star at London Luxury Afloat
Oyster Yachts star at London Luxury Afloat
Friday, 18 March 2022

Oyster Yachts will be one of the star attractions at London Luxury Afloat, taking place at St. Katharine Docks from 21-24 April.  

Beat the ballot blues 
Beat the ballot blues 
Thursday, 17 March 2022

Missed out on a 2022 TCS London Marathon ballot place?  

Venues added to SailGP Season 3 calendar
Venues added to SailGP Season 3 calendar
Thursday, 17 March 2022 SailGP’s Season 3 calendar has expanded into 2023 with the announcement of two further events including fan favourite destination San Francisco and a debut trip to Christchurch.  The 10 teams competing in Season 3 – new franchises C...
London Luxury Afloat
London Luxury Afloat
Thursday, 17 March 2022

British Marine, the team behind the hugely popular Southampton International Boat Show, is delighted to unveil London Luxury Afloat a brand-new showcase event aimed at the discerning boat buyer featuring more than 30 well-appointed sailing, motor ...

Red noses on hovercraft for Comic Relief
Red noses on hovercraft for Comic Relief
Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Hovertravel, the world’s only year-round scheduled passenger hovercraft service, is wearing a red nose on each of its two hovercraft to raise awareness and encourage donations for Comic Relief 2022.

Gentoo Sailing Team’s focus on Vendée Globe
Gentoo Sailing Team’s focus on Vendée Globe
Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Gentoo Sailing Team will be competing in the 2024 Vendée Globe with James Harayda as the skipper.

Ocean Safety sponsors Speed@Seawork 2022
Ocean Safety sponsors Speed@Seawork 2022
Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Ocean Safety is sponsoring the 2022 edition of Speed@Seawork.

Sunseeker On Show – an exclusive showcase event
Sunseeker On Show – an exclusive showcase event
Tuesday, 15 March 2022

Sunseeker is hosting the first Sunseeker on Show event taking place from 1 –  10 April.

March 2022 BoatBid - Catalogue
March 2022 BoatBid - Catalogue
Tuesday, 15 March 2022

The catalogue for our March 2022 BoatBid auction is now available to view here,
and the bidding for this BoatBid will commence at:
0900hrs (GMT) - Monday 21st March 2022
and end at:
1900hrs (BST) - Sunday 27...

Oyster World Rally 2026-27 dates announced
Oyster World Rally 2026-27 dates announced
Tuesday, 15 March 2022

Entries are open for the Oyster World Rally 2026-27, which begins in Antigua on the 11 January 2026.

Golden Globe Race
Golden Globe Race
Tuesday, 15 March 2022

The Golden Globe Race is a single-handed, non-stop round-the-world race, with no assistance, no GPS and no modern electronics on board. The adventure will start on 4 September 2022. 

Lowrance Announces Renewed Partnership with Angling Spirit
Lowrance Announces Renewed Partnership with Angling Spirit
Tuesday, 15 March 2022

Lowrance® has announced its continued partnership with Angling Spirit, the founder of some of the most prestigious fishing tournaments in Europe.

Mustang Survival technical clothing exclusively at YouBoat
Mustang Survival technical clothing exclusively at YouBoat
Tuesday, 15 March 2022

The launch of Mustang Survival’s new technical clothing range is  here, with the opening of a ‘shop within a shop’ retail experience at the YouBoat store in Swanwick, Hampshire. 

AkzoNobel opens global R&D center in the UK
AkzoNobel opens global R&D center in the UK
Monday, 14 March 2022

A new £10 million global research and development center has been opened by AkzoNobel at its Slough site – adding to a growing list of similar facilities located in countries around the world.

VIDEO: Join the RYA Para Sailing Hub
VIDEO: Join the RYA Para Sailing Hub
Sunday, 13 March 2022

Sailors of all ages and abilities pledged their support for the para racing community, as the RYA launched a brand-new support network, aimed at increasing racing opportunities for disabled people in the UK.

Sea Angling Classic Roadshow
Sea Angling Classic Roadshow
Friday, 11 March 2022

The Sea Angling Classic Roadshow gets underway on 19 March, and everyone is invited to join.

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