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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.

UKSA shares outstanding FE student success
UKSA shares outstanding FE student success
Monday, 26 June 2023

UKSA has shared the success of its Further Education students as the academic year draws to a close with 100 per cent of its year two students going straight into employment or further education.

VIDEO: NYYC American Magic announces core training squad for summer 2023
VIDEO: NYYC American Magic announces core training squad for summer 2023
Monday, 26 June 2023

The New York Yacht Club American Magic sailing squad was confirmed as the team launched their second AC40 in Barcelona following their relocation from Pensacola, FL.

Feadship Heritage Fleet Rendezvous Sails Through Haarlem and Amsterdam
Feadship Heritage Fleet Rendezvous Sails Through Haarlem and Amsterdam
Monday, 26 June 2023

It’s not every day you catch a glimpse of a Feadship, and even rarer to spot a classic one. But between 16 – 18 June those lucky enough to be quayside in Haarlem or Amsterdam, The Netherlands, found themselves glimpsing an entire fleet...

28 circumnavigators in the frame for induction to the 2023 Cape Horn Hall of Fame
28 circumnavigators in the frame for induction to the 2023 Cape Horn Hall of Fame
Monday, 26 June 2023

A host of famous circumnavigators are in the frame to have their names added to the International Association of Cape Horners (IACH) Cape Horn Hall of Fame honours board at a ceremony slated for September 21 to coincide with the start of the Mini-...

Dame Ellen MacArthur calls on Round the Island Race sailors to help transform lives of young cancer survivors
Dame Ellen MacArthur calls on Round the Island Race sailors to help transform lives of young cancer survivors
Monday, 26 June 2023

Dame Ellen MacArthur is calling on Round the Island Race sailors to help transform the lives of young cancer survivors by raising money for the 20thanniversary of her Isle of Wight-based charity in this Saturdays’s race (1 July).

Team Endeavour Racing – Thundercats!
Team Endeavour Racing – Thundercats!
Monday, 26 June 2023

Sun, sea and fast boats …. what’s not to like? Team Endeavour Racing is open to Wounded, Injured and Sick (WIS) serving military personnel and veterans. It provides a foundation as a transition service supporting and empowering team m...

“Wind Ship – The Future” youth poster design winners
“Wind Ship – The Future” youth poster design winners
Monday, 26 June 2023

The winners and runner up entries to the “Wind Ship – the Future” youth poster design contest have been chosen by a panel of top environmental, political and industry trailblazers, through a public vote and among International Wi...

Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society Photography Competition
Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society Photography Competition
Monday, 26 June 2023

National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, is once again on the lookout for photographers to submit their favourite images of the sea, for its eleventh annual competition honouring the UK and Ireland’s proud maritime...

Les Sables D’Olonne GGR celebrations
Les Sables D’Olonne GGR celebrations
Sunday, 25 June 2023

The Golden Globe Race sits high in the mind of all sailors and one man, Sir Robin Knox Johnston, winner of the first edition in 1968 has inspired tens of millions ever since. He was the first ever to complete a solo, non stop, unassisted circumnav...

5000 Prize Giving GGR
5000 Prize Giving GGR
Sunday, 25 June 2023

"I was really thrilled to present the prize to Kirsten last night and whilst the GGR is certainly not about the prize money we hope it helps her with her ongoing plans. From the moment she left Sables-d’Olonne until the moment she returned, ...

WindWhisper Racing Team leads both fleets toward the Med and grabs Vasco da Gama Mirpuri Foundation Prize
WindWhisper Racing Team leads both fleets toward the Med and grabs Vasco da Gama Mirpuri Foundation Prize
Wednesday, 21 June 2023

The Polish-flagged team has stretched away to a 90 mile lead, winning the Vasco da Gama Mirpuri Foundation Prize in the process.

VIDEO: Cheetah Marine launches EV-ready 6.3m RIB – Cheetah R630
VIDEO: Cheetah Marine launches EV-ready 6.3m RIB – Cheetah R630
Wednesday, 21 June 2023

Cheetah Marine has revealed what it believes to be the world’s first EV-ready RIB, the Cheetah R630.

Former Sea Cadet donates his boat to raise funds for the Gosport Sea Cadets
Former Sea Cadet donates his boat to raise funds for the Gosport Sea Cadets
Wednesday, 21 June 2023

Last month, former Sea Cadet, Keith Gooch, donated his beloved vessel, a 24ft motor sailor named Alexandra, to raise funds for the Gosport Sea Cadets.

Falmouth Classics
Falmouth Classics
Tuesday, 20 June 2023

Blues skies and sun welcomed the 90 vessels arriving in the port on Thursday 15th June to participate in the Atkins Ferrie Wealth Management Falmouth Classics.

The Ocean Race fleets are easing their way south
The Ocean Race fleets are easing their way south
Tuesday, 20 June 2023

Nobody will be breaking any records on Tuesday in The Ocean Race. Light winds mean speeds are still modest for both IMOCA and VO65 fleets as they slide down to the south along the west coast of the Iberian peninsula.

Perfect “Fit” as Falmouth RNLI shop relocates into Harbour Office – new volunteers welcome!
Perfect “Fit” as Falmouth RNLI shop relocates into Harbour Office – new volunteers welcome!
Tuesday, 20 June 2023 Falmouth Harbour Office has joined forces with Falmouth RNLI, providing the prime site of a new shop for the charity as it seeks new volunteers to join the team helping raise vital funds for its local lifesavers. The RNLI shop and volunteers are now...
The Princess Royal, Princess Anne to officially open ACE Winches Scottish Traditional Boat Festival
The Princess Royal, Princess Anne to officially open ACE Winches Scottish Traditional Boat Festival
Tuesday, 20 June 2023

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Princess Anne will officially open the 30th annual ACE Winches Scottish Traditional Boat Festival in Portsoy, on Saturday 1st July 2023. 

Yamaha powered prize boat presented to Sea Angling Classic winners
Yamaha powered prize boat presented to Sea Angling Classic winners
Monday, 19 June 2023

A jubilant team of anglers picked up the richest prize in UK boat fishing when they were presented with an Extreme 745 Game King fully rigged with Yamaha 300hp V6 outboard engine, complete with a Helm Master EX joystick boat control system, at the...

Falkirk Wheel launches eBoat hire fleet powered by ePropulsion
Falkirk Wheel launches eBoat hire fleet powered by ePropulsion
Monday, 19 June 2023

The Falkirk Wheel now has a hire fleet of four eBoats as part of its visitor attractions, powered by ePropulsion’s silent Spirit electric outboard motors. 

July 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
July 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Monday, 19 June 2023

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