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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.

Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag sailor John Fisher presumed lost at sea
Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag sailor John Fisher presumed lost at sea
Tuesday, 27 March 2018

Image: Konrad Frost / Volvo Ocean Race

Peer-to-peer lending platform steps in to keep round the world powerboat record attempt on track
Peer-to-peer lending platform steps in to keep round the world powerboat record attempt on track
Tuesday, 27 March 2018

A top peer-to-peer lending platform has stepped in to keep Team Britannia’s round the world powerboat record attempt on track.

The company, FundingSecure, which has previously supported Team Britannia, has agreed to fund the completion of ...

Man overboard on Team Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag
Man overboard on Team Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag
Monday, 26 March 2018

Leg 7 from Auckland to Itajai, day 5 on board Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag. 24 knots and sending it over the waves. 22 March, 2018. Image: Konrad Frost / Volvo Ocean Race

Higher concentrations of microplastics found nearer major cities, new data reveals.
Higher concentrations of microplastics found nearer major cities, new data reveals.
Monday, 26 March 2018

Preliminary Microplastic Data Graph collected during Leg 4 Melbourne to Hong Kong
Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18

WORLD RACE WINNER OPENS NEW FACILITIES AT BUCKLER’S HARD YACHT HARBOUR
WORLD RACE WINNER OPENS NEW FACILITIES AT BUCKLER’S HARD YACHT HARBOUR
Monday, 26 March 2018

Round the World race winner Mike Golding OBE has opened new five-star facilities after a £400,000 investment at the Beaulieu River Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour.

To welcome sailors for the start of the season, the upgraded showers and...

Launch of Volvo Cork Week 2018
Launch of Volvo Cork Week 2018
Monday, 26 March 2018

This July, Volvo Cork Week welcomes a wide variety of international sailors to experience well-managed racing on a range of courses, both inside and outside of Cork Harbour.
(Photo: Tim Wright)

Race 1 of Helly Hansen Warsash Spring Series
Race 1 of Helly Hansen Warsash Spring Series
Monday, 26 March 2018

Image: Andrew Adams, Close Hauled Photography

Euroflex Win SuperFoiler Crown
Euroflex Win SuperFoiler Crown
Sunday, 25 March 2018

Euroflex has won the inaugural SuperFoiler Championship Crown sealing the Ben Lexcen Trophy after finishing with three wins on the final day of the Expr3ss! SuperFoiler Grand Final.

“We set out to win, we were made to work hard for it so w...

2018 Volvo Gill Optimist British National and Open Championships – entry now open
2018 Volvo Gill Optimist British National and Open Championships – entry now open
Friday, 23 March 2018

Optimist Nationals when last held at Pwllheli in 2015 competitive racing against a stunning backdrop! Image: Peter Newton

Softshell Jacket
Softshell Jacket
Friday, 23 March 2018

The LPX Dynamic Softshell Jacket features a durable GORE-TEX® WINDSTOPPER® for protection against the elements when out at sea. The jacket also features a light knit jersey backer to improve comfort and breathability. Displaced seams under...

Itchenor Sailing Club launches a new accessible sailing experience
Itchenor Sailing Club launches a new accessible sailing experience
Thursday, 22 March 2018

Itchenor Sailing Club is launching a new accessible sailing experience for those looking to enjoy dinghy sailing in a relaxed atmosphere. Set in the beautiful Chichester Harbour, Itchenor Sailing Club has a 90-year history and benefits from being ...

Cruising Association praises constructive Government response
Cruising Association praises constructive Government response
Thursday, 22 March 2018 The Cruising Association (CA) has welcomed the Government response to its petition ‘Lobster Pots and Small Craft Safety – time to change the rules!’which recently closed with 10,770 signatures.


Fox’s Yacht Service
Fox’s Yacht Service
Thursday, 22 March 2018

Fox’s Marina & Boatyard in Ipswich has launched a new division, Fox’s Yacht Service, to provide a complete after sales support service to the owners of Oyster yachts and other quality yachts, regardless of their size, age or locati...

RNLI and Helly Hansen announce strategic partnership to help save lives
RNLI and Helly Hansen announce strategic partnership to help save lives
Thursday, 22 March 2018

Helly Hansen has committed to supporting the RNLI for the next five years through a variety of life-saving activities. These include delivering drowning prevention messages to their customers, generating income, supporting fundraising and safety c...

Land Rover BAR set to begin their Sport Relief ‘Grind-athon’
Land Rover BAR set to begin their Sport Relief ‘Grind-athon’
Thursday, 22 March 2018

This evening, at 2200, Land Rover BAR start their epic Sport Relief Challenge; a 24 hour ‘Grind-athon’ hosted at the team HQ, Old Portsmouth. The team – supported by members of the Royal Navy Rugby Team – will host a non-st...

Humanitarian floatplane lands to mark World Water Day
Humanitarian floatplane lands to mark World Water Day
Thursday, 22 March 2018

United Nations’ World Water Day, 22 March, is an international occasion drawing attention to the challenges faced by billions of people around the world who do not have access to clean water.

Those...

Hayling Island Sailing Club’s three-day Open Whitsun
Hayling Island Sailing Club’s three-day Open Whitsun
Wednesday, 21 March 2018

Hayling Island Sailing Club’s three-day Open Whitsun looks set to be even bigger and better in 2018.

The event, now in its third year, will take place 26 – 28 May. The weekend is a ‘must-do’ regatta for anyone interested ...

Fairline Benelux to open biggest showroom in The Netherlands
Fairline Benelux to open biggest showroom in The Netherlands
Wednesday, 21 March 2018

Fairline Yachts’ dealer in the Benelux and West Germany region, Jonkers Yachts, reveals it is set to launch The Netherlands’ biggest boat showroom.

Officially opening on 23 June, the new 1,500 square metre showroom is situated in the...

All aboard for launch of new charity racing team
All aboard for launch of new charity racing team
Wednesday, 21 March 2018

Staff and beneficiaries from Turn to Starboard get ready to race

Earn double commission in April with RYA Joining Point
Earn double commission in April with RYA Joining Point
Tuesday, 20 March 2018

Since launching the RYA Joining Point programme some 437 boating organisations have signed up to the scheme earning them commission by promoting the benefits of RYA membership and helping the association grow its membership base.

In the last yea...

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