Caribbean Sea outlook - November update Caribbean Sea outlook - November update Don't miss the free Doyle Guides App if you are planning on exploring the Caribbean Weather: Caribbean Compass have put together a handy list of updated Caribbean weather websites, nets and services for the 2014/15 season. by Noonsite Posted 5 Dec 16:35 UTC Ways Into Sailing: GJW Direct's Luke Marsh Ways Into Sailing: GJW Direct's Luke Marsh From a phobia of water to sailor, an inspiring story from the marine industry When Luke Marsh joined GJW Direct to head up their Marketing Department he had no experience in sailing. In fact he had a phobia of water. by Mark Jardine Posted 5 Dec 16:30 UTC Personal Locator Beacon registration Personal Locator Beacon registration 15 minutes that could save your life A package of measures going out for consultation today (Thursday 5 December) is set to make search and rescue response faster and simpler for people carrying Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) on the water. by Maritime and Coastguard Agency Posted 5 Dec 15:36 UTC Gifts for the sailor in your life, large or small Gifts for the sailor in your life, large or small Nautical gifts and seafaring stocking fillers With Christmas around the corner, here are some ideas for nautical gifts and seafaring stocking fillers for all ages. by Sarah Heron Posted 5 Dec 14:00 UTC Raymarine collaborates with WATCHIT Raymarine collaborates with WATCHIT An innovative leader in collision prevention Raymarine announced today its collaboration with WATCHIT, an innovative leader in collision prevention focused on revolutionizing boating safety. by Raymarine Posted 5 Dec 12:00 UTC Barton Marine Launch New Genoa Cars for 2025 Barton Marine Launch New Genoa Cars for 2025 Compatible with any track used on yachts globally, so installing new track is unnecessary Barton Marine are bringing a totally re-styled and engineered range of Genoa Cars to the yacht market. This new launch for 2025 sees several years of research and development come together in a range of products that provide exceptional durability. by Barton Marine Posted 5 Dec 09:00 UTC Mustang Survival Atlas 190 DLX Life Jacket Mustang Survival Atlas 190 DLX Life Jacket We spoke to Nigel Parkes during METSTRADE 2024 to find out more We spoke to Nigel Parkes during METSTRADE 2024 to find out more about the Atlas 190 DLX Life Jacket, which has been honoured with the prestigious TIME Best Invention of 2024. by Mark Jardine Posted 4 Dec 16:00 UTC Monohull cruising with Cyclops Marine Monohull cruising with Cyclops Marine Safety, when to reef, and what we learned from wireless load sensors However you're deciding when to reef will be combined with other visual and feeling based cues, but you should act to depower your rig before these show up. The more reliant you are on subjective judgement, the less sure you can be of absolute safety. by Cyclops Marine Posted 4 Dec 12:50 UTC Viking Explorers Rally partners Island Cruising Viking Explorers Rally partners Island Cruising Collaboration marks a significant milestone for both organizations The Viking Explorers Rally is excited to announce a new partnership with Island Cruising as an Official Partner for the upcoming rally seasons. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for both organizations. by Oliver Solanas Posted 4 Dec 07:16 UTC Another great METS for A+T Another great METS for A+T Welcoming existing and new clients in record numbers Thank you to all who visited us in Amsterdam last week, we welcomed existing and new clients in record numbers. A+T was the only substantive instrument manufacturer in the SuperYacht Pavilion, reflecting our position at the pinnacle of this market. by A+T Instruments Posted 3 Dec 18:51 UTC Planning on Cruising in Mexico? Planning on Cruising in Mexico? If buying second hand, check for Temporary Import Permit (TIP) registered in that boat's history If you are buying a second hand boat and planning to cruise Mexico, be very careful to check first if Mexico still has a Temporary Import Permit (TIP) registered in that boat's history. by Noonsite Posted 3 Dec 17:37 UTC World Cruising Club Statement about Ocean Breeze World Cruising Club Statement about Ocean Breeze 33-year-old Swedish sailor Dag Eresund was lost overboard on Monday It is with great sadness that World Cruising Club confirms that 33-year-old Swedish sailor Dag Eresund was lost overboard from yacht Ocean Breeze on Monday 2 December at 02:27 UTC. by World Cruising Club Posted 3 Dec 10:12 UTC World Cruising Club Statement about Ocean Breeze World Cruising Club Statement about Ocean Breeze Active man overboard search underway for crewmember At 02:27 UTC this morning, Monday 2 December, a crew member went overboard from the yacht Ocean Breeze in the mid-Atlantic and a search was initiated by the vessel. The rescue operation is being coordinated by MRCC Norfolk USA. by World Cruising Club Posted 2 Dec 16:46 UTC Mediterranean Sea outlook - November update Mediterranean Sea outlook - November update The amount of rainfall in the Med this month has been unprecedented Spain: The amount of rainfall in the Med this month has been unprecedented. by Noonsite Posted 2 Dec 15:40 UTC Perini Navi launches Katana, 60m ketch Perini Navi launches Katana, 60m ketch An important milestone for this ambitious project The Italian Sea Group announces the launch of the sailing yacht Katana, the fourth in Perini Navi's 60-meter ketch series. by The Italian Sea Group Posted 30 Nov 10:57 UTC Smoother Sailing Starts with the Catalina 6 Series Smoother Sailing Starts with the Catalina 6 Series With MarsKeel's custom keels at its core The Catalina 6 Series brings a new era of sailing precision, with MarsKeel's custom keels at its core. Designed for improved lift, reduced drag, and superior handling, these keels showcase our commitment to engineering excellence and performance. by The MarsKeel Team Posted 29 Nov 16:42 UTC Launching the High Latitude Challenge 2026 - 2027 Launching the High Latitude Challenge 2026 - 2027 Jimmy Cornell has launched an event aimed at anyone interested in joining other like-minded sailors In recent years, voyages to high latitudes have become increasingly popular among sailors attracted to more remote destinations. by Jimmy Cornell Posted 29 Nov 15:53 UTC Grand Soleil Blue will debut at Boot Dusseldorf Grand Soleil Blue will debut at Boot Dusseldorf Setting a new standard for sustainability at sea Grand Soleil Yachts, a name synonymous with quality and innovation in sailing for over 50 years, is proud to announce the world premiere of the Grand Soleil Blue at the upcoming Boot Düsseldorf. by Grand Soleil Yachts Posted 29 Nov 11:29 UTC Black Friday at Henri-Lloyd - Up to 50% off* Black Friday at Henri-Lloyd - Up to 50% off* Enjoy up to 50% off selected items while stocks last Discover timeless gear from Henri-Lloyd with the Black Friday Sale. Enjoy up to 50% off selected items while stocks last. Explore now! by Henri-Lloyd Posted 29 Nov 11:15 UTC YJA opens nominations for 2024 awards YJA opens nominations for 2024 awards Yachtsman of the Year and Young Sailor of the Year The Yachting Journalists' Association (YJA) is excited to announce the opening of public nominations for its prestigious 2024 awards: the Yachtsman of the Year and Young Sailor of the Year. by Yachting Journalists' Association Posted 29 Nov 10:07 UTC