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Oyster Yachts announce Oyster World Rally 2028-29
Oyster Yachts announce Oyster World Rally 2028-29
Tuesday, 26 March 2024

This is the sailing adventure of a lifetime: an exclusive, enriching voyage of discovery, magnificent experiences and exhilarating ocean crossings on the world’s finest luxury bluewater sailing yachts.  All with the comfort, s...

Wind, Tide and Oar
Wind, Tide and Oar
Tuesday, 26 March 2024

A film, exploring the art of ‘engineless sailing,’ premieres at Royal Museums Greenwich before embarking on a three-month sailing tour on Thames sailing barge crewed by youngsters.

MDL’s Hamble Point Marina to receive £1.2m upgrade
MDL’s Hamble Point Marina to receive £1.2m upgrade
Tuesday, 26 March 2024

MDL’s popular Hamble Point Marina in Southampton is undergoing a significant upgrade to its facilities. The £1.2m investment will ensure its berth holders, tenants and visitors have access to the very best facilities, helping to enhanc...

Europe’s largest purpose-built show marina just got even better!
Europe’s largest purpose-built show marina just got even better!
Monday, 25 March 2024

The Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS) is proud to announce some exciting new changes for its 2024 edition, with a new entrance location and a revamped marina layout. Set against the backdrop of Mayflower Park, this year’s event prom...

A NEW MARINA IN VILAMOURA
A NEW MARINA IN VILAMOURA
Monday, 25 March 2024

Earlier this year Vilamoura  announced the construction of a new marina at the development on the Algarve coast, which will be called Nova Marina.

Clean Harbours Partnership advocates aluminium should replace zinc anodes as industry standard
Clean Harbours Partnership advocates aluminium should replace zinc anodes as industry standard
Monday, 25 March 2024

Clean Harbours Partnership advocates aluminium should replace zinc anodes as industry standard.

Harbour Master’s jetty refurbishment gives another 50 years of active duty
Harbour Master’s jetty refurbishment gives another 50 years of active duty
Monday, 25 March 2024

Walcon Marine has completed a life-extension project on a Harbour Master’s jetty on one of the busiest and most popular recreational harbours in the UK, the River Hamble on Southampton Water. The River Hamble Harbour Authority is responsible...

Suzuki, Rigiflex and Extreme Trailers get community-spirited at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Suzuki, Rigiflex and Extreme Trailers get community-spirited at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Monday, 25 March 2024

Suzuki, Rigiflex and Extreme Trailers once again joined forces to provide a club safety boat package as a prize for the ‘Community Club’ category of the RYA Cub of the Year awards, which were presented at the recent RYA Dinghy & Wa...

New Zealand overtakes Australia as overall season leaders
New Zealand overtakes Australia as overall season leaders
Sunday, 24 March 2024 New Zealand’s ‘Black Foils’ – driven by Peter Burling – today claimed victory in front of an adoring hometown crowd at the the second-annual ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Christchurch.  After the cancellation ...
Emirates GBR still aiming for Grand Final after dramatic day at ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix
Emirates GBR still aiming for Grand Final after dramatic day at ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix
Sunday, 24 March 2024

New Zealand has reigned victorious at their home event after a weekend of delays, drama and dolphins. Emirates GBR finished the event in seventh place, but it would have been fifth had they not been handed penalty points for a collision with Spain...

Race Day One cancelled in Christchurch after mammals spotted on course
Race Day One cancelled in Christchurch after mammals spotted on course
Saturday, 23 March 2024

Race Day One of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix was cancelled due to mammals on the course in Christchurch. All 10 teams were on the water on Whakaraupō Lyttelton Harbour and ready to race when a mammal was spotted on the racecourse. A de...

Emirates GBR SailGP Team pushing the learning curve despite limited time on the water
Emirates GBR SailGP Team pushing the learning curve despite limited time on the water
Friday, 22 March 2024

The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team is pushing the learning curve despite limited time on the water ahead of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix this weekend. SailGP returns to Whakaraupō Lyttelton Harbour in Christchurch for the world&rsq...

A Guide to Responsible Boating
A Guide to Responsible Boating
Friday, 22 March 2024

On World Water Day, European Boating Industry and The SeaCleaners have announced the publication of The Guide on Responsible Boating. This comprehensive guide is a call to action for boaters worldwide to be involved combatting plastic pollution in...

New Build Boats with Boatshed - Macan Boats
New Build Boats with Boatshed - Macan Boats
Friday, 22 March 2024

Boatshed are currently working alongside 14 boat manufacturers to advertise new build boats including catamarans, electric boats, fishing boats and even innovative stand up boats!

Pressure mounts as all ten teams prepare for SailGP’s historic return to Lyttelton Harbour
Pressure mounts as all ten teams prepare for SailGP’s historic return to Lyttelton Harbour
Friday, 22 March 2024 Following a spectacular inaugural event in 2023, this year’s ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix | Christchurch is expected to make history as the world’s largest-ever ticketed sailing event – with 22,000 attendees expected to visit Lyt...
Rooster Revive Launched
Rooster Revive Launched
Thursday, 21 March 2024

Rooster®  is launching Rooster Revive, its new repair service aimed at helping customers extend the lifespan of their wetsuits, clothing, sails, boat bags and more.

Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition officially underway
Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition officially underway
Thursday, 21 March 2024

University Staff and students enjoy visit to Sunseeker International to learn more about the competition and tour the Sunseeker Shipyard and Technology centre

New reasons to visit Buckler’s Hard for spring and Easter
New reasons to visit Buckler’s Hard for spring and Easter
Thursday, 21 March 2024

From the season’s first River Cruises to a free art exhibition and fun with the Buzztastic Bee-Balancing Blundershow at Family Conservation Awareness Day, here are new reasons to visit Buckler’s Hard this spring and Easter:

40 Years of IRC Rating  Made by sailors for sailors
40 Years of IRC Rating Made by sailors for sailors
Thursday, 21 March 2024

In 2024 the International Rating Certificate (IRC) celebrates 40 years of yacht rating around the world.

INVESTMENT IN MIDLANDS HEADQUARTERS AND DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
INVESTMENT IN MIDLANDS HEADQUARTERS AND DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
Thursday, 21 March 2024

Aftermarket distributor of parts and accessories to the static and touring caravan, motorhome and marine sectors, LKQ Leisure and Marine, has announced the completion of a £400,000 programme of investment in its Central UK distribution centr...

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