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Underwater vacuum sucks up microplastics on test in Mallorcan marina
Underwater vacuum sucks up microplastics on test in Mallorcan marina
Monday, 24 June 2024

Marina Port de Mallorca in Spain is testing the Turbino, a new underwater vacuum system that sucks up plastics found on the seabed.

Black Foils dominate in New York, securing fifth win of the season
Black Foils dominate in New York, securing fifth win of the season
Monday, 24 June 2024 The Black Foils have claimed victory in the Big Apple – securing their fifth win in 12 events and extending their lead at the top of the season standings. With only three weeks until the ultimate showdown in San Francisco (July 13-14), New Zea...
Giles Scott secures second podium result after finishing third at New York SailGP
Giles Scott secures second podium result after finishing third at New York SailGP
Monday, 24 June 2024

Giles Scott has secured his second podium result in as many events after placing third at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix.

Wind turbine recycling – could end-of-life projects give boat industry hope?
Wind turbine recycling – could end-of-life projects give boat industry hope?
Monday, 24 June 2024

Wind power, like any other renewable is clean, increasingly cheaper and emission-free, but for it to be considered truly green, it is important to evaluate its end-of-life environmental impact, says energy expert and onboard scientist of Energy O...

Ocean Cruising Club Charitable Trust Supports Antiguan WISH Foundation
Ocean Cruising Club Charitable Trust Supports Antiguan WISH Foundation
Monday, 24 June 2024

The Ocean Cruising Club Charitable Trust, committed to fulfilling its global mission of supporting sailing, education and community-building, has announced its latest award to the Antiguan-based West Indies Sail Heritage Foundation (WISH).  T...

Vetus names engine sales manager for France
Vetus names engine sales manager for France
Monday, 24 June 2024

Vetus has appointed Nicolas Desbordes as the new engine sales manager for France. Having officially commenced his new role on the 1 May, Desbordes is primarily responsible for overseeing the sales of both diesel and electric propulsion syste...

Hot Topic: Navigating marine refrigeration
Hot Topic: Navigating marine refrigeration
Monday, 24 June 2024

A guide to efficiency and innovation with Penguin Refrigeration’s Chris Feibusch.

Lusty & Blundell distribute Hydrotab systems in New Zealand
Lusty & Blundell distribute Hydrotab systems in New Zealand
Monday, 24 June 2024

New Zealand distributor of marine equipment, Lusty & Blundell (L&B), is now distributing the Hydrotab range of trim systems.

Famous painting rescued by sharp-eyed dealer
Famous painting rescued by sharp-eyed dealer
Sunday, 23 June 2024

A dramatic painting showing a famous RNLI rescue attempt has been re-discovered after research showed the setting was north Yorkshire.

TAIHORO HAS LANDED
TAIHORO HAS LANDED
Sunday, 23 June 2024

Emirates Team New Zealand’s AC75 Taihoro has safely arrived at the team base in Barcelona after a 28-day journey travelling over 13,000 miles between the Port of Tauranga and the base in the Port of Barcelona.

Emirates GBR kicks off Mubadala New York SailGP in style with race win
Emirates GBR kicks off Mubadala New York SailGP in style with race win
Saturday, 22 June 2024

The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team kicked off the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix in style on Saturday by dominating the fleet and winning the first race of the day.

Mubadala Capital and SailGP Announce Acquisition of the League’s First-Ever South American Team
Mubadala Capital and SailGP Announce Acquisition of the League’s First-Ever South American Team
Friday, 21 June 2024

Mubadala Capital, the wholly owned asset management subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company, and SailGP have announced a strategic investment to acquire a newly-formed SailGP Team to represent Brazil.

Headwinds challenge for start of classic SSE Renewables Round Ireland Race on Saturday
Headwinds challenge for start of classic SSE Renewables Round Ireland Race on Saturday
Friday, 21 June 2024

Fresh headwinds will mark the start of the biennial 705 nautical-mile SSE Renewables Round Ireland Race at 1pm tomorrow (22nd June, Wicklow Sailing Club) when a fleet of 49 boats will start the classic offshore event.

Recreational boaters find cocaine worth $1 million, decorated with Bald Eagle
Recreational boaters find cocaine worth $1 million, decorated with Bald Eagle
Friday, 21 June 2024

Recreational boaters in Florida Keys have hauled in $1 million worth of cocaine after finding it about about seven miles off Islamorada.

New explorer yacht being built in Antalya – the Kando85 – ready for ‘long periods at sea’
New explorer yacht being built in Antalya – the Kando85 – ready for ‘long periods at sea’
Friday, 21 June 2024

Construction has begun on a new 85 model in AvA Yachts’ Kando series of long-range explorer yachts. This type of yacht – capable of self sufficiency for extended periods – has become more popular in recent years as, seemingly, s...

Vessev’s electric foiling ferry showcases seakeeping capabilities in initial trials
Vessev’s electric foiling ferry showcases seakeeping capabilities in initial trials
Friday, 21 June 2024

Vessev has completed the initial testing phase of its first VS-9 vessel. Since launching its 9-metre electric hydrofoiling vessel in Auckland Westhaven marina on 10 May, 24 testing sessions have been completed. 

Collective Spirit returns to the water
Collective Spirit returns to the water
Friday, 21 June 2024

Collective Spirit has returned to the water after a decade.

Reel in Adventure: The Best Fishing Spots in Europe
Reel in Adventure: The Best Fishing Spots in Europe
Friday, 21 June 2024

Chief adventurer at CamperDays, Max Schmidt, shares his guide to the best angling spots for avid fishers.

Omaya Yachts appoints Diwo Yachts as French dealer
Omaya Yachts appoints Diwo Yachts as French dealer
Friday, 21 June 2024

Power catamaran brand Omaya Yachts (from Bulgarian family-owned business Elica Group) has chosen Diwo Yachts as its dealer representative in France. This follows the announcement of its debut yacht, the Omaya 50.

Collective Spirit returns to the water, with an invitation to sail
Collective Spirit returns to the water, with an invitation to sail
Friday, 21 June 2024

Collective Spirit, the Olympic art project built in 2012, is offering a range of membership packages to enable it to continue its journey. Bought in March 2023 by Universal Yachting – which now acts as a guardian for the non-profit venture ...

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