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More sports join the call for clean water
More sports join the call for clean water
Friday, 13 September 2024

According to the Clean Water Sports Alliance (CWSA), a collection of national governing bodies calling for change: “Almost half of Great Britain’s total medal haul at the Paris 2024 Games (47 per cent) came from water-based sports with...

NEW RIVALRIES SET TO BE IGNITED AT THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
NEW RIVALRIES SET TO BE IGNITED AT THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Friday, 13 September 2024

The UniCredit Youth America’s Cup is a glimpse into the very future of the America’s Cup itself. The crucible of ambition and, indeed, the very cauldron of competition, the waters of Barcelona are going to be jumping to a very differen...

ZHIK’S ‘REZHIKLING’ PARTNERSHIP WITH CIRCULAR FLOW
ZHIK’S ‘REZHIKLING’ PARTNERSHIP WITH CIRCULAR FLOW
Thursday, 12 September 2024

Zhik is proud to partner with Circular Flow, global innovators in the recycling space. Circular Flow have developed a way to recycle old neoprene into new products, which can be recycled time and again, a brilliant alternative to taking over 100 y...

Polymarine acquired by Anglo Adhesives
Polymarine acquired by Anglo Adhesives
Thursday, 12 September 2024

First Peninsula Marine has announced the sale of Polymarine, supplier of adhesives, cleaners, paints, spares and accessories for the manufacture, care and repair of inflatable boats and RIBs, after it was purchased by Anglo Adhesives & Service...

Pantaenius Competition at the Southampton International Boat Show
Pantaenius Competition at the Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 12 September 2024 Boating isn’t just a summer pastime – it’s an adventure for all seasons! Pantaenius is dedicated to supporting your passion year-round. That’s why they’re offering Southampton International Boat Show attendees the chance...
OPTIMA YACHTS LAUNCHES THE E14 AT SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
OPTIMA YACHTS LAUNCHES THE E14 AT SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
Thursday, 12 September 2024

With their debut at the Southampton international Boat Show this year, Optima Yachts has announced the launch of the new e14 model.

Care South donates £1,000 to The Friends of Dolphin
Care South donates £1,000 to The Friends of Dolphin
Thursday, 12 September 2024

Care South, residential and home care provider and registered charity, has donated £1,000 to Poole-based charity, The Friends of Dolphin.

Haven Knox-Johnston Becomes Title Sponsor of Crick Boat Show
Haven Knox-Johnston Becomes Title Sponsor of Crick Boat Show
Thursday, 12 September 2024

Haven Knox-Johnston, the boat insurance specialists, has announced a three-year title sponsorship agreement with the Crick Boat Show. 

Fischer Panda UK to Showcase New Marine Power Concept at Southampton Boat Show
Fischer Panda UK to Showcase New Marine Power Concept at Southampton Boat Show
Wednesday, 11 September 2024

Fischer Panda UK debuts it’s latest offering from its extensive range of systems at this year’s show. In partnership with Clayton Power, Fischer Panda UK’s portfolio has expanded to offer a unique, versatile, all-in-one power sol...

Mercury Marine unveils new 150R/200R V6 outboards during Cannes Yachting Festival
Mercury Marine unveils new 150R/200R V6 outboards during Cannes Yachting Festival
Wednesday, 11 September 2024

Mercury Marine and Mercury Racing launched two new Racing outboards on the opening day of the Cannes Yachting Festival. In addition, this week Mercury also announced new colour options for the 150hp FourStroke and introduced a new mid-range Jet ou...

PRINCESS YACHTS REVEALS NEW BRAND POSITIONING: ‘DISTINCTION IN DETAIL’
PRINCESS YACHTS REVEALS NEW BRAND POSITIONING: ‘DISTINCTION IN DETAIL’
Wednesday, 11 September 2024

Princess Yachts has revealed a new brand positioning, summed up in the new brand line: ‘Distinction in Detail’.

The Cruising Association and Imray present the 2025 edition of the Cruising Almanac
The Cruising Association and Imray present the 2025 edition of the Cruising Almanac
Tuesday, 10 September 2024

2025 Cruising Almanac Cruising Association, in partnership with Imray, is unveiling the 2025 edition of the CA Cruising Almanac.

BRITISH LEAD INTO LOUIS VUITTON CUP SEMI-FINALS AS FRANCE BOW OUT IN STYLE
BRITISH LEAD INTO LOUIS VUITTON CUP SEMI-FINALS AS FRANCE BOW OUT IN STYLE
Monday, 09 September 2024

It was a day of tie-breaks and heartbreaks as the Round Robin stage of the Louis Vuitton Cup drew to a close. For INEOS Britannia, the Challenger of Record, it was unbridled joy as they secured the top spot in the Challenger standings after a dram...

INEOS Britannia wins Round Robin stage of Louis Vuitton Cup after Sail-Off for top spot
INEOS Britannia wins Round Robin stage of Louis Vuitton Cup after Sail-Off for top spot
Monday, 09 September 2024

INEOS Britannia, the British Challenger of Record racing for the Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd in the 37th America’s Cup, has ended the Round Robin stage of the Louis Vuitton Cup on the top of the leaderboard.

RACING ABANDONED ON DAY 8 OF THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP
RACING ABANDONED ON DAY 8 OF THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP
Sunday, 08 September 2024

Barcelona saw some dynamic and fast-moving conditions today with a northerly airflow switching east but ushering in significant rain showers and the ever-present threat of thunderstorms coming off the hills to the north of the city. With the risk ...

INEOS Britannia secures spot in Louis Vuitton Cup Semi-Final
INEOS Britannia secures spot in Louis Vuitton Cup Semi-Final
Saturday, 07 September 2024

INEOS Britannia has secured its spot in the Louis Vuitton Cup Semi-Final with wins against Alinghi Red Bull Racing (SUI) and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli (ITA) on the penultimate day of Round Robin 2. The British Challenger of Record, racing for the R...

INEOS BRITANNIA SIGNAL THEIR INTENT IN THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP
INEOS BRITANNIA SIGNAL THEIR INTENT IN THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP
Saturday, 07 September 2024

Conditions were pitch-perfect in Barcelona for the seventh day of the Louis Vuitton Cup, with the wind clocking round to the south-south-west and delivering a breeze that topped out at 17 knots and an off-axis swell – challenging conditions ...

UK PREMIERE OF THE ALL-NEW DUFOUR 44 AT SOUTHAMPTON
UK PREMIERE OF THE ALL-NEW DUFOUR 44 AT SOUTHAMPTON
Friday, 06 September 2024

Universal Yachting has announced the UK debut of the Dufour 44 at the Southampton International Boat ShowSouthampton Boat Show.

2026 Golden Globe Race – two years to go!
2026 Golden Globe Race – two years to go!
Friday, 06 September 2024

The countdown has started for the fourth edition of the Golden Globe Race, set to commence on September 6, 2026. With just two years remaining, 29 sailors from 12 countries, including two women and the race’s first Generation Z entrant, have...

Yamaha Motor returns to SIBS with extensive range on display and on-water Helm Master EX demo
Yamaha Motor returns to SIBS with extensive range on display and on-water Helm Master EX demo
Friday, 06 September 2024

Yamaha Motor UK will showcase a range of its outboard engines, inflatable boats, personal watercraft and a range of craft from its boat partners at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show between 13th – 22nd September.

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