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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.

VIDEO: TE REHUTAI SIGNS OFF IN BARCELONA IN STYLE
VIDEO: TE REHUTAI SIGNS OFF IN BARCELONA IN STYLE
Monday, 30 October 2023

Emirates Team New Zealand’s intense 4 month sailing block in Barcelona has wound up with the America’s Cup winning boat Te Rehutai signing off its scheduled sailing and testing program for the 37th America’s Cup. 

“Sip and Puff” sail boat making anything possible at Mylor Sailability
“Sip and Puff” sail boat making anything possible at Mylor Sailability
Monday, 30 October 2023 An extraordinary, adapted keel-boat which opens the world of sailing to people with the most profound disabilities has joined the fleet of multi-award-winning charity Mylor Sailability based at Mylor Yacht Harbour near Falmouth, Cornwall. The new &...
Seldén launches new range of winches and winch handles
Seldén launches new range of winches and winch handles
Monday, 30 October 2023

New winch handles from Seldén Mast

VIDEO: THE AMERICA’S CUP IS COMING TO THE RED SEA
VIDEO: THE AMERICA’S CUP IS COMING TO THE RED SEA
Monday, 30 October 2023

The countdown is on for the second Preliminary Regatta of the 37th America’s Cup with the Red Sea city of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia getting ready to host the world’s finest foiling sailors all eager to sail in the pristine waters from the...

MDL Marinas’ 50 years of success is underpinned by continuous investment
MDL Marinas’ 50 years of success is underpinned by continuous investment
Friday, 27 October 2023

Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, MDL Marinas, one of Europe’s largest marina groups, is proud to continue to invest significantly across its marinas and products.  

Daniamant’s Dan W3 POLAR Lifejacket Light nomination for the DAME Award 2023
Daniamant’s Dan W3 POLAR Lifejacket Light nomination for the DAME Award 2023
Friday, 27 October 2023

Daniamant’s new Dan W3 POLAR Lifejacket Light has been nominated for the prestigious DAME Design Awards 2023, in the ‘personal equipment’ category at this year’s METSTRADE.

Shakespeare® Marine unveils its new antenna innovations at METSTRADE
Shakespeare® Marine unveils its new antenna innovations at METSTRADE
Friday, 27 October 2023

Shakespeare® Marine will be showcasing its suite of new products at METSTRADE 2023.

VIDEO: Six Down, Eight to Go in OGR
VIDEO: Six Down, Eight to Go in OGR
Thursday, 26 October 2023

After 45 days of sailing, the former Whitbread winner L’Esprit d’équipe skippered by Lionel Regnier, has claimed 5th in line honours in Leg One of the McIntyre Ocean Globe. Light winds, which have dogged the crew throughout the ...

Mum’s Bucket and Hot Rum Random Pairs Team Racing
Mum’s Bucket and Hot Rum Random Pairs Team Racing
Thursday, 26 October 2023

The Royal Thames Yacht Club’s winter team racing programme got underway over 21 – 22 October with two, one day, random pairs team racing events in the shiny new Sonars.

Award-winning photographer scoops “Best Job in the World”
Award-winning photographer scoops “Best Job in the World”
Thursday, 26 October 2023

Renowned yachting photographer, Rick Tomlinson, will be the first ever On-Board Reporter for the prestigious Oyster World Rally, having spotted an advert on social media for the ‘best job in the world’.

Sustainable marina upgrade and expansion focus for ICMS at METSTRADE
Sustainable marina upgrade and expansion focus for ICMS at METSTRADE
Thursday, 26 October 2023

At this year’s METSTRADE (15-17 November 2023), Inland and Coastal Marina Systems (ICMS) will be shining a spotlight on its product ranges that focus on upgrading and expanding marina facilities in a sustainable manner as the demand for safe...

RS Sailing Enters into Preferred Vendor Partner Agreement with Crystal Lagoons
RS Sailing Enters into Preferred Vendor Partner Agreement with Crystal Lagoons
Thursday, 26 October 2023

RS Sailing has announced the entrance into a preferred vendor partner agreement with Crystal Lagoons.

ePropulsion unveils revolutionary X40 Electric Outboard Motor
ePropulsion unveils revolutionary X40 Electric Outboard Motor
Wednesday, 25 October 2023

The new cutting-edge ePropulsion X40 Electric Outboard Motor weighs 20 per cent lighter than conventional motors and delivers a remarkable 40 kW power output.

PANTAENIUS: A REAL LIFE TALE OF POSITIVE CRISIS MANAGEMENT
PANTAENIUS: A REAL LIFE TALE OF POSITIVE CRISIS MANAGEMENT
Wednesday, 25 October 2023

In the world of marine insurance, Pantaenius has long been a trusted name for boat owners. Their ethos is not just about safeguarding assets; it’s about being there for their policyholders, even when the most daunting challenges arise. There...

Clipper Race fleet begins race across South Atlantic from Punta del Este to Cape Town
Clipper Race fleet begins race across South Atlantic from Punta del Este to Cape Town
Tuesday, 24 October 2023

After an electric stopover hosted by the Yacht Club Punta del Este, hundreds of local and international spectators and supporters flooded the dock to wave off the 200+ Clipper Race Crew members as they departed on a testing race across the South A...

Boatshed.com opens new offices in Florida
Boatshed.com opens new offices in Florida
Tuesday, 24 October 2023

We are proud to announce that we have opened two new offices in the heart of Florida's thriving boating community, extending our presence in over 80 locations in 18 countries.

Five Scottish Nationals have crossed the Atlantic Ocean as part of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race
Five Scottish Nationals have crossed the Atlantic Ocean as part of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race
Monday, 23 October 2023

Five Race Crew from Scotland have just crossed Atlantic Ocean – the first major ocean crossing of the Clipper 2023-24 Race. 

November 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
November 2023 BoatBid - Open for Entries
Monday, 23 October 2023

Are you thinking about selling your boat?

Translated 9 wins the first leg of the Ocean Globe Race 2023
Translated 9 wins the first leg of the Ocean Globe Race 2023
Sunday, 22 October 2023

Translated 9 crossed the finish line of the first leg of the Ocean Globe Race in Cape Town, securing the first position overall ranking with a two day advantage over the second boat.

VIDEO: Sixty Knot Gusts, Tears, OGR Champagne and Seal Lion Attacks
VIDEO: Sixty Knot Gusts, Tears, OGR Champagne and Seal Lion Attacks
Sunday, 22 October 2023

It was a frantic 24 hours in the V&A Waterfront Marina, Cape Town, with three McIntyre Ocean Globe Race yachts crossing the finish line. A stunning Table Mountain vista welcomed the French Bermudan Ketch, Pen Duick VI FR (14), at 17:06 UTC Fri...

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