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RNLI flag stolen 56 years ago is returned to lifeboat station with apology letter
RNLI flag stolen 56 years ago is returned to lifeboat station with apology letter
Friday, 11 April 2025

A flag that once flew above a Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) lifeboat station is back where it belongs after being returned along with an apology letter and donation – 56 years after it was stolen.

EMIRATES TEAM NEW ZEALAND AND PETER BURLING PART WAYS
EMIRATES TEAM NEW ZEALAND AND PETER BURLING PART WAYS
Friday, 11 April 2025

Emirates Team New Zealand and Peter Burling have today confirmed that they have agreed to part ways ahead of the 38th America’s Cup. Discussions by the team management and Burling have been ongoing since Barcelona, however an agreement was n...

BBA students build entirely British wood boats
BBA students build entirely British wood boats
Thursday, 10 April 2025

TWO students on the current 40-week course at the Boat Building Academy in Lyme Regis are building boats using 100% British sourced timber.

RNLI prepared to keep Boat Race spectators safe on banks of River Thames
RNLI prepared to keep Boat Race spectators safe on banks of River Thames
Thursday, 10 April 2025

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is encouraging spectators at this weekend’s University Boat Races between Cambridge and Oxford to take extra care on the banks of the River Thames.

SailGP Rio event cancelled to facilitate wingsail repairs
SailGP Rio event cancelled to facilitate wingsail repairs
Thursday, 10 April 2025

After identifying a defect in select wingsails across the F50 fleet, SailGP has made the decision to cancel next month’s Rio event (3 – 4 May) in order to facilitate required repairs ahead of New York (7 – 8 June) and the remaind...

The Evolution of the RS Catamaran Range: A Journey of Design, Innovation, and Multihull Success
The Evolution of the RS Catamaran Range: A Journey of Design, Innovation, and Multihull Success
Thursday, 10 April 2025

 At RS Sailing, the pursuit of creating world-class catamarans began over a decade ago, with a vision to develop boats that were not only fun to sail but also offered exceptional engineering and performance. From the RS CAT16 to the RS CAT14 ...

Eggs and bacon: Celebrating the legacy of HMS Agamemnon
Eggs and bacon: Celebrating the legacy of HMS Agamemnon
Thursday, 10 April 2025

Affectionately known as ‘Eggs and Bacon’ by her crew, 10 April marks the 244thanniversary of the launch of HMS Agamemnon, Admiral Nelson’s favourite ship, built at Buckler’s Hard from 2,000 oaks and launched there in 1781.<...

World Sailing welcomes LA28 athlete quota and event programme announcement
World Sailing welcomes LA28 athlete quota and event programme announcement
Wednesday, 09 April 2025

World Sailing has welcomed the announcement from the International Olympic Committee on athlete quotas and the event programme for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

INEOS Britannia announces withdrawal from 38th America’s Cup
INEOS Britannia announces withdrawal from 38th America’s Cup
Wednesday, 09 April 2025

INEOS Britannia has announced that it has withdrawn its intention to challenge for the next America’s Cup.

EBI statement on EU tariffs on US recreational boats
EBI statement on EU tariffs on US recreational boats
Wednesday, 09 April 2025

EBI statement: EU Member States have voted in favour of the EU Commission’s proposal to introduce trade countermeasures against the United States.

TSYT Enables Young People to Compete in the 2025 Rolex Fastnet Race
TSYT Enables Young People to Compete in the 2025 Rolex Fastnet Race
Wednesday, 09 April 2025

Tall Ships Youth Trust has announced its participation in the 2025 Rolex Fastnet Race, marking the event’s 100th anniversary. Two of TSYT’s iconic 72ft Challenger yachts will compete with mixed crews of young people and sponsoring adul...

Must-add Mediterranean sailing itinerary hotspots for adventurers
Must-add Mediterranean sailing itinerary hotspots for adventurers
Wednesday, 09 April 2025

In light of the recent exponential rise in interest around both adventure and Mediterranean sailing holidays, Becky Hutton, Holiday Planner at Sunsail has outlined her top sailing spots in Croatia and Greece for adventurers, from the cav...

Supporting and Elevating Women in Sport, the RYA Launches ‘The Female Futures Group’
Supporting and Elevating Women in Sport, the RYA Launches ‘The Female Futures Group’
Wednesday, 09 April 2025

A new wave of change is emerging in British sailing as the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) launches The Female Futures Group, dedicated to increasing female participation and unlocking new opportunities for women and girls in the sport.

Women in Marine returns to the Southampton International Boat Show
Women in Marine returns to the Southampton International Boat Show
Wednesday, 09 April 2025

British Marine has announced that Women in Marine is set to return to the Southampton International Boat Show 2025 this September, bringing fresh insights, inspiring speakers, and fantastic networking opportunities.

Marine charity changes advice on mackerel sourcing as sustainability ratings drop
Marine charity changes advice on mackerel sourcing as sustainability ratings drop
Wednesday, 09 April 2025

The Marine Conservation Society has updated its Good Fish Guide in line with the latest scientific advice. This spring’s update to the Good Fish Guide sees 17 ratings changes, with eight moving down the sustainability scale.  

IMRAY AND FREYTAG & BERNDT PLAN JOINT VENTURE TO SECURE FUTURE OF NAUTICAL CHARTS
IMRAY AND FREYTAG & BERNDT PLAN JOINT VENTURE TO SECURE FUTURE OF NAUTICAL CHARTS
Tuesday, 08 April 2025

Imray Laurie Norie & Wilson Ltd (Imray), a leading publisher of nautical information for recreational sailors, and Austrian cartographic specialist freytag & berndt (FB) have signed a letter of intent to form a joint venture. This collabor...

Pantaenius Named Lead Partner of Yacht Racing Image Award
Pantaenius Named Lead Partner of Yacht Racing Image Award
Tuesday, 08 April 2025

The world’s foremost yacht racing photography competition is now known as the Pantaenius Yacht Racing Image Award after welcoming Pantaenius, provider of boat and yacht insurance, as its new lead partner. 

Must-visit hotspots to add to your Mediterranean sailing itinerary this summer
Must-visit hotspots to add to your Mediterranean sailing itinerary this summer
Tuesday, 08 April 2025

There has been a huge surge in online interest over the last three months for ‘Mediterranean sailing holidays’ and ‘boat holidays in the Mediterranean’ (up by 457% and 1,300% respectively), and so travel expert Be...

Self-drive boats launch from Lakeside for first time ever
Self-drive boats launch from Lakeside for first time ever
Tuesday, 08 April 2025

Windermere Lake Cruises’ popular self-drive boats are available to hire from Lakeside Pier for the first time in the company’s history, following a £3/4 million pound investment.

Glenglassaugh Scottish Traditional Boat Festival
Glenglassaugh Scottish Traditional Boat Festival
Monday, 07 April 2025

Traditional boats from far and wide, will dock in the historic Portsoy Harbour for the 32nd Glenglassaugh Scottish Traditional Boat Festival. This spectacular event celebrates the north-east’s seafaring past with a range of delights for all...

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