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BARCELONA SET TO BECOME THE ‘LIGHTHOUSE TO THE WORLD’ AT THE AMERICA’S CUP MATCH OPENING CEREMONY
Thursday, 26 September 2024Ahead of the conclusion of the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup, the ‘Match’ between the Defender Emirates Team New Zealand and the winner of the Louis Vuitton Cup, Barcelona is set to become the ‘Lighthouse to the World&rs...
Maritime Coastguard Agency celebrates World Maritime Day 2024
Thursday, 26 September 2024To mark World Maritime Day 2024, the Maritime Coastguard Agency (MCA) is underlining its commitment to seafarer safety, environmental protection and longstanding collaboration with maritime partners.
INEOS Britannia ready to battle for place in the 37th America’s Cup Match
Wednesday, 25 September 2024INEOS Britannia, the British Challenger of Record racing for the Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd, is ready to battle the Italian team, Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, for a place in the 37th America’s Cup Match. The two teams will race each other in the ...
EYES ON THE PRIZE AS PRESSURE MOUNTS AHEAD OF THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP FINAL
Wednesday, 25 September 2024‘To win the America’s Cup, first you have to win the Louis Vuitton Cup.’ It is one of the most famous phrases that surrounds this pinnacle sporting contest with the richest of histories dating back 173 years, and it’s now o...
Falmouth Harbour shortlisted for two British Ports Association Awards
Wednesday, 25 September 2024 Falmouth Harbour’s on-going drive toward sustainability and all-round excellence as a small harbour punching above its weight have led to shortlisting in two out of four eligible categories in the 2024 British Ports Association (BPA) Awards. T...Last chance to buy before the Boatbid Auction starts!
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LUNA ROSSA PRADA PIRELLI AND NYYC AMERICAN MAGIC SET TO LIGHT UP THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP FINAL
Tuesday, 24 September 2024It could well be billed as the ‘battle of the new age’ as two of the world’s finest young sailing talents go head-to-head for the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup title.
Athena Pathway finish UniCredit Youth America’s Cup in third place overall
Tuesday, 24 September 2024Athena Pathway, the British team supported by Cobham-Ultra competing in the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup, has narrowly missed out on a place in the Final by just one point. The British crew raced Italy, America, Sweden, Spain and Australia ...
Suffolk Yacht Harbour Acquires OneSails GBR (East) & Evolution Rigging
Tuesday, 24 September 2024Suffolk Yacht Harbour, located on the River Orwell in Suffolk, has acquired two well-established east coast marine businesses. Formerly owned by experienced sailor John Parker, OneSails GBR (East) and Evolution Rigging are now wholly owned by SYH ...
Athena Pathway secures spot in Semi-Finals of the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup
Tuesday, 24 September 2024Athena Pathway, the British team supported by Cobham-Ultra competing in the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup, has secured a place in the Semi-Finals after an intense battle on the race course in Barcelona.
SPAIN AND GREAT BRITAIN SECURE LAST SPOTS IN UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP SEMI-FINAL
Monday, 23 September 2024It was a day when the brightest youth sailing talent on the planet announced their arrival into the big league after an outstanding day of racing at the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup that saw a total of six races completed in superb Barcelon...
SailGP joins forces with Creatures United to engage fans in the conversation for a Better Planet
Monday, 23 September 2024 SailGP has announced a partnership with Creatures United, a creative platform to raise awareness around biodiversity, kick-starting at New York Climate Week 2024. SailGP introduces a team of six Creatures – a whole SailGP boat – who will...Boating debuts, on-water adventures, and unforgettable experiences at the Southampton International Boat Show
Monday, 23 September 2024The 55th Southampton International Boat Show drew to a close yesterday (Sunday 22 September), celebrating a vibrant 10 days of sun-soaked excitement. Covering over 70,000 square metres and featuring 650+ craft of all shapes and sizes, the 2024 edi...
University Sailing Sustainability Challenge 2024-2025
Monday, 23 September 2024The Green Blue has launched the 2024-25 University Sailing Sustainability Challenge (USSC), which runs until February 2025. Since its inception in 2015, the USSC has encouraged University Sailing Clubs (USCs) across the UK to adopt more sustainabl...
FICKLE BREEZE KEEPS THE FLEET ASHORE AT THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Sunday, 22 September 2024A teasing light weather system sat over Barcelona today with bruised, early morning clouds delivering rain to the area before clearing in the afternoon, leaving mere zephyrs across the racecourse of the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup. As a re...
SWEDEN IMPERIOUS ON ALL ACTION DAY AT THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Saturday, 21 September 2024It was some of the best racing we’ve seen in this fabulous summer of sailing in Barcelona with the Invited Teams of the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup having a rip-roaring day in a big sea state that rewarded accuracy and consistency in...
SAILTEAM BCN ON TOP AFTER A HOMETOWN RACE WIN IN THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Friday, 20 September 2024The opening day of fleet racing for the Invited Teams from Australia, Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Spain and Sweden in the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup, saw Mother Nature ultimately dictate the schedule, but it was SailTeam BCN, the local ...
Women in Marine Day success – inspiring and connecting women in the marine industry at the Southampton International Boat Show
Friday, 20 September 2024Women in Marine Day at the Southampton International Boat Show, sponsored by DF Capital, was once again a tremendous success, highlighting the powerful contributions of women in the marine industry and fostering connections, ideas and pathways for...
Dolphins greet Brighton RNLI volunteers returning from training
Friday, 20 September 2024A routine training exercise took an exciting turn for Brighton RNLI crew when a pod of dolphins joined them on their way back to Brighton Marina.
Rona Sailing Project Charity Partner for Maritime UK Solent
Friday, 20 September 2024As part of its annual awards Maritime UK Solent has announced Rona Sailing Project as its official charity partner.
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