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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.

THE PUIG WOMEN’S AMERICA’S CUP TROPHY PRESENTED IN BARCELONA
THE PUIG WOMEN’S AMERICA’S CUP TROPHY PRESENTED IN BARCELONA
Wednesday, 22 May 2024

The trophy for the inaugural Puig Women’s America’s Cup has been presented by Puig at the Fundació Joan Miró.

June 2024 BoatBid - Open for Entries
June 2024 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Monday, 20 May 2024

Are you thinking about selling your boat?

Chance discovery of “animal VC” announcement for Britain’s only POW dog
Chance discovery of “animal VC” announcement for Britain’s only POW dog
Monday, 20 May 2024

The official announcement awarding the “animal VC” to the only dog ever to be officially registered as a British prisoner of war has been discovered at The National Archives.

Aldridge wins statement silver in final pre-Paris test
Aldridge wins statement silver in final pre-Paris test
Monday, 20 May 2024

Marseille-bound Ellie Aldridge secured a statement silver medal at the Formula Kite World Championships following another consistent performance in Hyeres.

Raceboat for Auction
Raceboat for Auction
Monday, 20 May 2024

If ever you’ve dreamed of joining the exclusive band of powerboat racers who take on each other and the ocean to campaign these sea monsters in some of the most daunting races on the planet, now is the time to attend The London Concours Life...

Sir Jim Ratcliffe provides the pedal power on-board British America’s Cup yacht
Sir Jim Ratcliffe provides the pedal power on-board British America’s Cup yacht
Sunday, 19 May 2024

INEOS Chairman Sir Jim Ratcliffe joined Sir Ben Ainslie as a cyclor onboard INEOS Britannia’s flying America’s Cup race boat which is capable of reaching speeds of 100Km/h.

Spectacular mile-long flotilla finale for RNLI lifeboat festival
Spectacular mile-long flotilla finale for RNLI lifeboat festival
Sunday, 19 May 2024

As the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) celebrates its 200th anniversary this year, more than 40 rescue vessels, including both current and historical RNLI lifeboats as well as international boats, have come together to form a flotilla m...

INEOS Britannia christens AC75 race boat “Britannia” at naming ceremony in Barcelona
INEOS Britannia christens AC75 race boat “Britannia” at naming ceremony in Barcelona
Saturday, 18 May 2024

INEOS Britannia, the British Challenger of Record racing for the Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd in the 37th America’s Cup, has christened its AC75 race boat “Britannia” at an official naming ceremony in Barcelona. The event was led by ...

Steering the Course 2024 shines the spotlight on pathways to the Olympics for women in sailing
Steering the Course 2024 shines the spotlight on pathways to the Olympics for women in sailing
Friday, 17 May 2024

This year’s Steering the Course, World Sailing’s global women’s sailing festival, kicks off today with the spotlight firmly focused on the Olympic pathways available in coaching, officiating and sports administration.

MDL Marinas achieves highest Cyber Essentials Plus certification for its digital infrastructure
MDL Marinas achieves highest Cyber Essentials Plus certification for its digital infrastructure
Thursday, 16 May 2024

MDL has been awarded the Cyber Essentials Plus certification, a government backed scheme to validate businesses that operate at the highest level of cyber security.

British Marine announces the launch of the inaugural ‘Apprentice of the Year Award’
British Marine announces the launch of the inaugural ‘Apprentice of the Year Award’
Thursday, 16 May 2024

British Marine has announced the launch of the brand-new ‘British Marine Apprentice of the Year’ award, set to be one of the many highlights at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show (13-22 September).

Chichester restaurant wins ‘Best Casual Dining’ for Sussex region
Chichester restaurant wins ‘Best Casual Dining’ for Sussex region
Thursday, 16 May 2024

A restaurant nestled next to Chichester Marina has been crowned the ‘Best Casual Dining’ venue in the Sussex region in the Muddy Awards 2024.

Happy Centenary event for Jack Chippendale
Happy Centenary event for Jack Chippendale
Wednesday, 15 May 2024

There was a real party atmosphere recently at the top of Fareham Creek and even the sun decided to join in the festivities by giving Fareham Sailing & Motorboat Club a rare visitation on this otherwise wet and miserable spring.

Ancasta to present stellar line-up at the British Motor Yacht Show
Ancasta to present stellar line-up at the British Motor Yacht Show
Wednesday, 15 May 2024

Yacht brokerage firm Ancasta is showcasing a stellar line-up of yachts from a selection of world-leading brands at this year’s British Motor Yacht Show, taking place at Southampton’s picturesque Swanwick Marina.

PlainSailing.com’s Sailing Holiday Photo Competition 2024
PlainSailing.com’s Sailing Holiday Photo Competition 2024
Wednesday, 15 May 2024

There’s a massive €1,250 prize up for grabs for the best sailing holiday photo of the year – courtesy of PlainSailing.com!

Poole Regatta Attracts Entrants from Far and Wide
Poole Regatta Attracts Entrants from Far and Wide
Wednesday, 15 May 2024

With standard entries for the 2024 International Paint Poole Regatta, 25 – 27 May, closing on 19 May, the event has become a truly international affair with multiple yachts from France and the Netherlands signed up to race in Poole Harbour a...

SHOREHAM OUTRIGGER CANOE CLUB REPRESENT GREAT BRITAIN 2024
SHOREHAM OUTRIGGER CANOE CLUB REPRESENT GREAT BRITAIN 2024
Wednesday, 15 May 2024

Four members of the Shoreham Outrigger Club and Sussex Yacht Club community have been selected to represent Great Britain in the upcoming 2024 IVF Outrigger World Sprint Championship in Hawaii this August. This is the second year in a row that the...

Railblaza Announced as Support Partner Sponsor of the Sea Angling Classic
Railblaza Announced as Support Partner Sponsor of the Sea Angling Classic
Tuesday, 14 May 2024

Railblaza has announced its partnership with the Sea Angling Classic 2024 as a Support Partner Sponsor. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Railblaza’s commitment to supporting the angling community and promoting sustainable ...

JUST 100 DAYS UNTIL THE START OF THE LOUIS VUITTON 37th AMERICA’S CUP IN BARCELONA
JUST 100 DAYS UNTIL THE START OF THE LOUIS VUITTON 37th AMERICA’S CUP IN BARCELONA
Tuesday, 14 May 2024

The clock continues to count down to what could be the closest contest in living memory with absolutely no outright favourite and every team very much in the running for the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup.

RNLI announces King as new Patron
RNLI announces King as new Patron
Tuesday, 14 May 2024

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is proud to announce that His Majesty King Charles III is to become the new Patron of the lifesaving charity.

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