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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.

Emirates GBR ends Oracle San Francisco Sail Grand Prix in 7th place
Emirates GBR ends Oracle San Francisco Sail Grand Prix in 7th place
Monday, 24 March 2025

The Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix Team has finished in seventh place at the Oracle San Francisco Sail Grand Prix, leaving them in second place on the 2025 Season leaderboard.

Medway Queen Dunkirk Commemoration 2025
Medway Queen Dunkirk Commemoration 2025
Monday, 24 March 2025

PS Medway Queen was requisitioned for the Royal Navy and converted for minesweeping in 1939. When the Dunkirk Evacuation began in May 1940 she was part of the 10th flotilla, based in Dover.

“Not the finest day”
“Not the finest day”
Sunday, 23 March 2025

The Emirates GBR SailGP Team is currently sixth on the leaderboard after day one of the Oracle San Francisco Sail Grand Prix.

Historic Llanthony to Commemorate Dunkirk 85th Anniversary
Historic Llanthony to Commemorate Dunkirk 85th Anniversary
Thursday, 20 March 2025

Llanthony, a 77ft 1934 Camper & Nicholsons motor yacht, will journey to Dunkirk this May to commemorate the 85th anniversary of Operation Dynamo. Recently restored by Dennett Boatbuilders, using WEST SYSTEM® Epoxy, the vessel holds histori...

34 nations now actively involved in Para Sailing
34 nations now actively involved in Para Sailing
Thursday, 20 March 2025

World Sailing has published a progress report on the World Sailing Para Inclusive Strategy 2024-2029, six months on from its launch with current participation data showing that 34 nations are now actively involved in international Para Sailing.&nb...

ACR Electronics Launches Global Safety Campaign
ACR Electronics Launches Global Safety Campaign
Thursday, 20 March 2025

ACR Electronics has announced the launch of its Prepared to Survive campaign. This global initiative aims to improve safety standards across the maritime industry and significantly enhance the survival chances of the boating community from profess...

Nominations open for Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition
Nominations open for Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition
Wednesday, 19 March 2025

Nominations are now open for the Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition 2025, proudly sponsored by LA Marine.

LA MARINE TURNS 25: A NEW ERA OF LEADERSHIP, GROWTH AND EXPERTISE
LA MARINE TURNS 25: A NEW ERA OF LEADERSHIP, GROWTH AND EXPERTISE
Wednesday, 19 March 2025

LA Marine, a specialist marine and shipping law division of Lester Aldridge, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a significant leadership transition and a renewed vision for the future.

Salcombe Harbour Takes Delivery of Zero-Emissions RS Pulse 63 from RS Electric Boats
Salcombe Harbour Takes Delivery of Zero-Emissions RS Pulse 63 from RS Electric Boats
Wednesday, 19 March 2025

RS Electric Boats delivered its state-of-the-art RS Pulse 63 electric RIB to Salcombe Harbour on 14 March.

HRH The Princess Royal, Princess Anne – New Patron of the International Association of Cape Horners
HRH The Princess Royal, Princess Anne – New Patron of the International Association of Cape Horners
Wednesday, 19 March 2025

The International Association of Cape Horners has announced that Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Princess Anne, is to become its new Patron.  

Plastic litter increases by nearly 10% on UK beaches
Plastic litter increases by nearly 10% on UK beaches
Wednesday, 19 March 2025

The Marine Conservation Society has released alarming new data from its 2024 beach cleans, revealing that compared to 2023, the amount of plastic washed up on our beaches has increased by nearly 10 per cent. 

The Ocean Race will return to Auckland in 2027
The Ocean Race will return to Auckland in 2027
Tuesday, 18 March 2025

The Ocean Race will return to Auckland, New Zealand in the 2027 edition of the iconic around the world offshore race. 

SailLink announces official launch of cross-channel sailing services
SailLink announces official launch of cross-channel sailing services
Tuesday, 18 March 2025

SailLink, the venture to provide an eco-adventurous cross-channel connection, has announced the launch of its services and the sailing schedule starting on 5 April.

Sanlorenzo UK unveils largest ever line-up at the British Motor Yacht Show 
Sanlorenzo UK unveils largest ever line-up at the British Motor Yacht Show 
Tuesday, 18 March 2025

At this year’s British Motor Yacht Show, the award-winning team from Sanlorenzo Yachts UK will be presenting the largest line-up of Sanlorenzo yachts ever seen at a UK boat show.

Medals aplenty as excitement for Princess Sofia Trophy builds
Medals aplenty as excitement for Princess Sofia Trophy builds
Tuesday, 18 March 2025

There was a flurry of medals for the British Sailing Team this weekend in the build-up to the Princess Sofia Trophy regatta, the historic season opener. 

North Sea nurdles – a threat to wildlife
North Sea nurdles – a threat to wildlife
Monday, 17 March 2025

Following last week’s collision between a tanker and cargo vessel off the coast of East Yorkshire, Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust and Norfolk Wildlife Trust are aware of the pollution now appearing along the coast of both counties bordering The...

RORC Easter Challenge
RORC Easter Challenge
Monday, 17 March 2025

Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club, the RORC Easter Challenge, 18 – 20 April, is an open event raced in the Solent and hosted by the RORC Cowes Clubhouse. The three-day regatta is designed to kick-start any team’s racing season.<...

Names of 190 sailors lost at sea during World War II to be added to RNLI lifeboat
Names of 190 sailors lost at sea during World War II to be added to RNLI lifeboat
Monday, 17 March 2025

In January 1940, the destroyer HMS Exmouth was hit by a torpedo, and sank with the loss of all crew onboard. Now, thanks to the efforts of a team of divers, their names will be added to the sides of an RNLI lifeboat through the charity’s Lau...

Seychelles Challenge To Set Sail
Seychelles Challenge To Set Sail
Monday, 17 March 2025

The inaugural Seychelles Challenge, taking place from 20 – 27 July, invites sailors from across the globe to experience the breathtaking beauty of Seychelles in a one-of-a-kind flotilla sailing event.

Land with potential for mooring on the River Trent in West Bridgford up for sale
Land with potential for mooring on the River Trent in West Bridgford up for sale
Monday, 17 March 2025

A rare strip of riverside land on the banks of the River Trent in West Bridgford is up for sale.

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