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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.
World debut of production oceangoing yacht with self-sufficient solar-powered propulsion
Thursday, 13 September 2018The SILENT 55 made her world debut at the 2018 Cannes Yachting Festival.
TheSILENT 55is the first and only ocean going solar-electric production catamaran in the world. The yacht uses silent electric propulsion for unlimited range with...
Laser quest! Brits fill podium as Tokyo 2020 venue turns tricky
Thursday, 13 September 2018Image: Sailing Energy/World Sailing
Purrsha fleece
Thursday, 13 September 2018The nights are drawing in and it is time to set up for the autumn months. Zhik’s Purrsha fleece range is styled to double up as a neat fitting, versatile mid-layer as well as being ideal for casual and outdoor wear. The lightweight perf...
Barrus Enters the Marine Chandlery Distribution Market
Wednesday, 12 September 2018In a previous story Barrus stated that Sailforce was to represent Talamex and Besto Lifesavers as part of Barrus’ new Chandlery Distribution Division. Regrettably this information was incorrect.
SailForce will represent Talamex products on...
Advance show ticket prices end Thursday – book now to save
Tuesday, 11 September 2018With just days to go until TheYachtMarket.com Southampton Boat Show 2018 visitors can look forward to more than 600 boats, a full marina and 500+ marine brands plus a host of exciting new attractions at this, the 50th show.
Here are just some of...
Great Scott returns as British sailors descend on Tokyo 2020 venue
Tuesday, 11 September 2018Giles Scott Credit: Richard Langdon/British Sailing Team.
UK Rope Show tour to launch at Southampton Boat Show
Tuesday, 11 September 2018Marlow Ropes is launching its ‘Rope Show’ at this year’s Southampton Boat Show. The Rope Show is a new year-round education initiative for sailors and boat owners throughout the UK.
The Rope-Show will tour the UK’s sailin...
Rolex Fastnet Race change of date
Tuesday, 11 September 2018The 2013 Rolex Fastnet fleet leaving the Solent. Image: Rolex-Kurt Arrigo
Honda to launch new flagship V6 outboard range at Southampton Boat Show
Sunday, 09 September 2018Honda Marine’s top of the range BF175, BF200, BF225 and BF250 outboards have been given a new lease of life with a comprehensive overhaul as part of Honda’s ongoing evolution of its product line up. Making their UK debut at the 2018 So...
Classic cars to make a splash at the Southampton Boat Show
Saturday, 08 September 2018A rare 2006 Ford GT which is one of just 27 examples supplied to the UK, will be on display on the Silverstone Auctions stand (F004).
Dartmouth Sailing Week is Hailed a Great Success
Friday, 07 September 2018Image: Paul Gibbins, PGC Photography
Young windsurfers picked for Team GB’s Youth Olympics squad
Friday, 07 September 2018Islay Watson. Image: Jen Edney/World Sailing
Weird Fish Tops
Thursday, 06 September 2018The Marsellus shirt is a versatile check shirt which can be worn as a smart button up, or layered over a T-shirt for a more laidback look. Or there is the Mara Grandad Top (pictured), which is new for this season. This long sleeve button neck...
Historic win inspires more women to consider a life at sea
Thursday, 06 September 2018Nikki Henderson skipper of Visit Seattle at the Clipper Race Finish, Liverpool. Image: Imagecomms
Female athletes sought for new kiteboarding talent programme
Thursday, 06 September 2018Image: RYA
2019 Classic Channel Regatta
Thursday, 06 September 2018Image: Classic Channel Regatta
Four new galleries opening at the National Maritime Museum
Thursday, 06 September 2018Four galleries are opening at the National Maritime Museum. They will tell epic true stories of pioneering global explorers and their encounters with people, places and environments across the world’s oceans.
With over 1,000 new objects on...
Fox’s Marina
Thursday, 06 September 2018Fox’s Marina is located on the banks of the River Orwell in Suffolk in an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Fox’s Boatyard is internationally renowned for its extensive refit and repair facilities, the friendliness and knowledge of...
IS CARBON ALWAYS THE ANSWER?
Thursday, 06 September 2018Mast production at Selden
The Next Step
Thursday, 06 September 2018If getting out on the water at one of the RYA’s Push the Boat Out or Try Sailing taster sessions floated your boat or you got the bug at the Southampton Boat Show, why not build on the basics by joining a club or taking a course?
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