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INEOS Britannia christens AC75 race boat “Britannia” at naming ceremony in Barcelona
Saturday, 18 May 2024INEOS 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
Friday, 17 May 2024This 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
Thursday, 16 May 2024MDL 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’
Thursday, 16 May 2024British 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
Thursday, 16 May 2024A 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
Wednesday, 15 May 2024There 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
Wednesday, 15 May 2024Yacht 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
Wednesday, 15 May 2024There’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
Wednesday, 15 May 2024With 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
Wednesday, 15 May 2024Four 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
Tuesday, 14 May 2024Railblaza 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
Tuesday, 14 May 2024The 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
Tuesday, 14 May 2024The 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.
The King is Sailors’ Society’s Patron
Tuesday, 14 May 2024His Royal Highness King Charles III has accepted the Patronage of Sailors‘ Society, continuing a royal tradition that goes back to Queen Victoria.
Troon becomes first Scottish marina to install Wi-Fi 6 technology
Tuesday, 14 May 2024Troon Yacht Haven has announced its completion of a major connectivity upgrade across the site, bringing the latest Wi-Fi 6 technology to berths across the 400 berth marina.
Quadriplegic Adventurer Geoff Holt MBE DL Sets Sail on Challenge to Circumnavigate the UK
Monday, 13 May 2024After months of planning and preparation, quadriplegic adventurer Geoff Holt MBE DL set sail from St Katherine’s Dock, London in a record breaking first of its kind challenge.
Sunseeker exhibits at the 2024 British Motor Yacht Show
Monday, 13 May 2024Sunseeker has announced the line-up of performance motor yachts on display at the upcoming British Motor Yacht Show from Thursday 16 to Sunday 19 May alongside the appointed distributor, Sunseeker Southampton.
Maritime UK Solent shortlisted for Future Skills award
Friday, 10 May 2024Maritime UK Solent has been shortlisted in the Future Skills category of the national Maritime UK Awards.
Freedom Boat Club United Kingdom Announces New Location
Friday, 10 May 2024Freedom Boat Club has announced the expansion of its UK operations with the addition of its newest location in Chertsey, its sixth location in the region.
Your Chance to Lead the Way for Butterflies and Moths
Friday, 10 May 2024Leading wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation is calling on nature enthusiasts across the UK to design a banner which will have pride of place at the upcoming Restore Nature Now march.
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