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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.

Southampton International Boat Show 2024 announces Christmas ticket offer!
Southampton International Boat Show 2024 announces Christmas ticket offer!
Wednesday, 06 December 2023

This festive season, gift yourself or your loved ones a truly unique experience with this Christmas ticket offer for the 2024 Southampton International Boat Show.

‘Skills for Life’
‘Skills for Life’
Wednesday, 06 December 2023

UKSA is reporting almost 78 per cent improvement across its six ‘Skills for Life’ framework for students taking part in its funded Sea.Change Foundation programme, a five-day residential programme for teenagers across the UK ...

A - Z of boat terms - All At Sea column
A - Z of boat terms - All At Sea column
Wednesday, 06 December 2023

A - Z of boat terms

Six Months Until the International Paint Poole Regatta 2024
Six Months Until the International Paint Poole Regatta 2024
Wednesday, 06 December 2023

Just under six months remain until the starting gun fires on the International Paint Poole Regatta 2024 and sailing enthusiasts are gearing up for the most spectacular event hosted to date.

Dame Ellen MacArthur has emotional reunion with one of the first young people to ever sail with her cancer charity
Dame Ellen MacArthur has emotional reunion with one of the first young people to ever sail with her cancer charity
Tuesday, 05 December 2023

Dame Ellen MacArthur, founder and patron of the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust, has had a profound 20-year reunion with one of the first young people her charity ever supported in 2003.

Interview with record-breaking sailor Jeanne Socrates
Interview with record-breaking sailor Jeanne Socrates
Tuesday, 05 December 2023

The Cruising Association and Practical Boat Owner have released an inspirational video interview with renowned sailor and world record-breaker Jeanne Socrates.

Formula One’s Adrian Newey OBE takes delivery of new Williams SportJet 460
Formula One’s Adrian Newey OBE takes delivery of new Williams SportJet 460
Tuesday, 05 December 2023

Chief Technical Officer of Formula One’s Red Bull Racing team, Adrian Newey OBE, has taken delivery of the latest Williams SportJet 460 tender to complement his 27.4m Oyster 885 sailing yacht.

AkzoNobel Powder Coatings partners with coatingAI to explore new frontiers in sustainability
AkzoNobel Powder Coatings partners with coatingAI to explore new frontiers in sustainability
Tuesday, 05 December 2023

Revolutionary software co-developed by AkzoNobel’s Powder Coatings business and coatingAI is using artificial intelligence to help customers improve the application process and reduce their carbon footprint.

First ever British Marine Advanced Marina Management Course run exclusively for ABC Leisure Group a great success
First ever British Marine Advanced Marina Management Course run exclusively for ABC Leisure Group a great success
Tuesday, 05 December 2023

ABC Leisure Group recently committed to provide the British Marine Advanced Marina Management (AMM) Course to its Marina Managers from across the UK, making it the first time British Marine had run the course with all delegates coming from the sam...

Emirates GBR SailGP Team and Low Carbon call on sports teams to switch to renewable energy to tackle the climate crisis
Emirates GBR SailGP Team and Low Carbon call on sports teams to switch to renewable energy to tackle the climate crisis
Tuesday, 05 December 2023

Global renewable energy company Low Carbon and the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team have called on sports teams around the world to switch to renewable energy to tackle the climate crisis.  

YANMAR and Williams Jet Tenders Collaborate for a Sustainable Future
YANMAR and Williams Jet Tenders Collaborate for a Sustainable Future
Tuesday, 05 December 2023

YANMAR Marine International’s line-up of HVO approved engines are selected throughout the marine industry as a trusted propulsion solution for a variety of applications. Through YANMAR’s commitment to sustainability, these collaboratio...

Alex Thomson’s mark topples as Thomas ‘The Rocket’ Ruyant races to new 24 Hour Record!
Alex Thomson’s mark topples as Thomas ‘The Rocket’ Ruyant races to new 24 Hour Record!
Monday, 04 December 2023

With more than 2200nm still to sail and at least two more low pressure systems due before a timely finish into Lorient expected Saturday, there is still a long, long way to go on the Retour à La Base solo Transatlantic from Martinique to Fr...

Wild Planet Trust and the Ocean Conservation Trust nominated for prestigious wildlife award
Wild Planet Trust and the Ocean Conservation Trust nominated for prestigious wildlife award
Monday, 04 December 2023

Conservation organisations Wild Planet Trust and the Ocean Conservation Trust have been nominated for the prestigious Great British Wildlife Restoration award.

Henri-Lloyd partnership with JOG Yacht Racing focuses on increasing youth engagement
Henri-Lloyd partnership with JOG Yacht Racing focuses on increasing youth engagement
Monday, 04 December 2023

Henri-Lloyd has announced its continued support for the Junior Offshore Group (JOG) Yacht.

2024 Cape Horn Hall of Fame
2024 Cape Horn Hall of Fame
Friday, 01 December 2023

True to its tradition of hosting world-famous sailors, the town of Les Sables d’Olonne, the global capital of single-handed ocean racing, is now home to the International Association of Cape Horners Cape Horn Hall of Fame.

Biggest shake-up in SailGP history explored in latest Racing on the Edge
Biggest shake-up in SailGP history explored in latest Racing on the Edge
Friday, 01 December 2023

Biggest shake up in SailGP history as USA sale and Jimmy Spithill departure exclusively explored in latest episode of Racing on the Edge.

DREAM CONDITIONS PRODUCE HIGH ACTION ON DAY TWO IN JEDDAH
DREAM CONDITIONS PRODUCE HIGH ACTION ON DAY TWO IN JEDDAH
Friday, 01 December 2023

Jeddah was a magical venue today delivering outstanding, pitch-perfect conditions for Raceday Two of the America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta Jeddah, presented by NEOM. Bang on cue, just ahead of racing and as accurately forecasted, a 12-16 kno...

Hot Topic: The advantages of aluminium boats
Hot Topic: The advantages of aluminium boats
Friday, 01 December 2023

Johan Finnberg, from aluminium boat manufacturer and Yamaha boat partner Buster Boats, explains the advantages of aluminium boats versus their more ubiquitous GRP counterparts.

Shootin’ The Breeze: Jonathan Walcroft, Marina Manager at Gosport Marina
Shootin’ The Breeze: Jonathan Walcroft, Marina Manager at Gosport Marina
Friday, 01 December 2023

Jonathan Walcroft has worked in the marine industry since 1994 and prides himself as an organically grown Marina Manager. In 1994, when working away from home, he would visit local marinas and think what a great place to work they were.

McIntyre OGR – 2,000 miles to go and getting tougher!
McIntyre OGR – 2,000 miles to go and getting tougher!
Thursday, 30 November 2023

TWENTY FIVE days out from Cape Town and one could almost describe it as ‘too-perfect’ sailing conditions for the McIntyre Ocean Globe fleet bound for Auckland and a Christmas stopover.

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