Henri-Lloyd's new Portsmouth store is now open Henri-Lloyd's new Portsmouth store is now open Performance pieces and archive styles at Gunwharf Quays Henri-Lloyd is now open at Gunwharf Quays, bringing together a mix of performance pieces and archive styles. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 13 Jun 16:00 UTC Veterans complete historic UK sailing expedition Veterans complete historic UK sailing expedition 2,000 miles in tall ships carrying the Invictus Games flag A crew of 70 wounded, injured and sick veterans and serving personnel have completed a historic 2,000-mile voyage around the UK in two traditionally rigged tall ships, Spirit of Falmouth and Pellew, after safely returning to Falmouth on 11 June. by Vicky Sales Posted 13 Jun 14:05 UTC Preparing a Sigma 33 for a solo Atlantic crossing Preparing a Sigma 33 for a solo Atlantic crossing With cancer in remission, it is time for Luke Rossiter to get the keel and mast off This week we heard from Luke, "I recently started work on my Sigma 33 at Willett Built, Southampton. The keel, rudder and mast had to be removed. I've captured some of the work carried out to date in this video." by Magnus Smith Posted 13 Jun 12:19 UTC Atlantic sailing rallies - what to expect Atlantic sailing rallies - what to expect Why such a voyage appeals to serious cruisers Once the lights of the city fade and the fleet settles into its rhythm, an Atlantic sailing rally stops being an idea and becomes something far more practical - a structure around one of sailing's great passages. by Viking Explorers Rally Posted 12 Jun 11:10 UTC Sevenstar Contest Cup 2026 Sevenstar Contest Cup 2026 A cheering bit of tradition in Medemblik Contest Yachts' annual northern-waters and early-summer regatta proved once again how these very special yachts perform so well racing in class as well as bluewater cruising. by Contest Yachts Posted 12 Jun 05:40 UTC Ancasta Group partners with Goslings Rum Ancasta Group partners with Goslings Rum To bring the iconic Dark 'n Stormy to its events programme On International Dark 'n Stormy Day the Ancasta Group was delighted to announce a new partnership with Goslings Rum, the renowned Bermudian producer behind the world-famous Dark 'n Stormy® cocktail. by Ancasta Group Posted 11 Jun 17:00 UTC Start Your Next Sail Upgrade Start Your Next Sail Upgrade Sustainability doesn't mean sacrifice with NPL RENEW sails Sustainability doesn't mean sacrifice. NPL RENEW sails deliver the strength, shape, and longevity North Sails is known for, engineered with over 90% sustainable materials. by North Sails Posted 11 Jun 15:00 UTC CNB Rendez-Vous returns to Porto Rotondo CNB Rendez-Vous returns to Porto Rotondo 25 yachts, 200+ sailors from around the world Twenty-five boats and more than 200 sailors from across the globe will converge on one of the Mediterranean's most celebrated sailing venues for three days of racing, encounters, and shared passion for the sea. by CNB Yachts Posted 10 Jun 16:50 UTC Solaris Cup 2026 concludes in Porto Rotondo Solaris Cup 2026 concludes in Porto Rotondo Porto Rotondo, Sardinia delivers two days of exceptional racing The 12th edition of the Solaris Cup has concluded at Porto Rotondo, Sardinia, confirming its place as one of the most distinctive regattas in the Mediterranean shipyard regatta calendar. by Solaris Yachts Posted 10 Jun 10:04 UTC Clean Wake: small boats, real help Clean Wake: small boats, real help Clean Wake is one of SSCA's most cherished traditions. For the Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA), Clean Wake begins with a simple idea: cruisers should leave a place better than they found it. by Seven Seas Cruising Association Posted 9 Jun 17:39 UTC Pudsey Bear's first round-Britain voyage Pudsey Bear's first round-Britain voyage The aim is to raise £70,000 for BBC Children in Need Between May and August 2026, Pudsey Bear, Jonathan Brewin and the crew of Big Bear will embark on an ambitious 2,200-nautical-mile journey around the UK coastline. by Big Bear Voyage Posted 8 Jun 07:19 UTC Sailing charity launches 2026-2029 Ambitions Sailing charity launches 2026-2029 Ambitions Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust wants to increase the number of young people supported Twelve young people are diagnosed with cancer every day, and they are at the heart of the new Ambitious launched by Dame Ellen MacArthur's cancer charity. by Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust Posted 7 Jun 20:45 UTC Barton Bulkhead Pipe Glands in Stock for Seawork Barton Bulkhead Pipe Glands in Stock for Seawork Nominated for an Innovation Award The Barton Bulkhead Pipe Gland is now in stock ready for immediate despatch. Discover this important new range at Seawork 2026 to find out how vital it is to meet MCA Workboat Code 3, the Sport/Pleasure Vessel Code and relevant IMO Standards. by Barton Marine Posted 5 Jun 16:00 UTC GBR SailGP Team's new outdoor education initiative GBR SailGP Team's new outdoor education initiative Competition giving schools chance to win solar-powered outdoor classroom The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team, sustainability venture OutSeed and STEM and climate education charity the 1851 Trust, with sponsorship from Low Carbon, have launched a national competition for schools and other education providers. by Emirates GBR SailGP Team Posted 5 Jun 09:48 UTC Global efforts to reduce vessel strike risk Global efforts to reduce vessel strike risk Workshop features 40 presentations spanning science, policy, technology, and maritime operations The risk of vessel strikes is exacerbated by the continuous increase in global shipping activity, particularly in regions where high-speed vessels and major shipping routes overlap with migratory corridors and critical habitats of cetaceans. by Marine Mammal Advisory Group Posted 5 Jun 09:40 UTC Atlantic Crossing Preparation Checklist Atlantic Crossing Preparation Checklist Viking Explorers Rally stands on 15 years of experience With over 15 years of experience in offshore sailing and Atlantic crossing preparation, Oliver Heinrichs, Managing Director of the Viking Explorers Rally, shares the key principles every crew should consider before heading west across the Atlantic. by Viking Explorers Rally Posted 4 Jun 15:22 UTC ARC Europe boats arrive in the Azores ARC Europe boats arrive in the Azores Making landfall in Faial after a 'challenging' 1800NM voyage The first ARC Europe boats have started to arrive in Faial, Azores, following their transatlantic voyage from Bermuda. by World Cruising Club Posted 4 Jun 13:42 UTC Henri-Lloyd to open new store at Portsmouth Henri-Lloyd to open new store at Portsmouth Doors open at Gunwharf Quays on 11th June Henri-Lloyd is expanding its UK retail presence with the opening of a new store at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, on Thursday 11th June. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 4 Jun 11:00 UTC Amel unveils the Amel 50.2 Amel unveils the Amel 50.2 World premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival Chantiers AMEL announces the launch of the AMEL 50.2, which will be presented in a world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival in Cannes. by AMEL Posted 3 Jun 14:01 UTC B&G Powers New Jon Buoy Smart Release System B&G Powers New Jon Buoy Smart Release System Life-saving breakthrough in partnership with Ocean Safety B&G has partnered with Ocean Safety to bring to market a breakthrough in man-overboard (MOB) response technology: the Jon Buoy Smart Release, the first ever Ocean Safety product to integrate directly with a vessel's navigation system. by B&G Posted 3 Jun 08:00 UTC