How to fit a Barton Removable Mainsheet Traveller How to fit a Barton Removable Mainsheet Traveller Spanning the cockpit seats when sailing whilst being easily removed to give maximum cockpit space The Barton Removable Mainsheet Traveller System is designed to span between the cockpit seats when sailing whilst being easily removed to give maximum cockpit space when you want to relax on board. by Barton Marine Posted 20 Aug 11:00 UTC Henri-Lloyd Sail Free Henri-Lloyd Sail Free Others are already on the water, and you could be too All season, people have been turning one purchase into real time on the water, swapping the shortlist for the shoreline. Get the gear, and you're in the same boat. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 19 Aug 15:30 UTC Cowes Week's Women's Day supported by Sunsail Cowes Week's Women's Day supported by Sunsail Women building confidence on the water From first sail to the helm: the women building confidence on the water at North Sails Cowes Week by Sunsail Posted 19 Aug 08:30 UTC More Than Just Sails More Than Just Sails Discover the New Hyde Sails Product Brochure With more than 60 years at the heart of the sailing industry, Hyde Sails has built a reputation for producing high-performance and high quality sails. But there is far more to Hyde than sails alone. by Hyde Sails Posted 18 Aug 11:00 UTC Step onboard with Ancasta this September Step onboard with Ancasta this September Multiple opportunities at home and abroad This September, Ancasta is making it easier than ever for prospective boat owners to explore, compare and experience some of the world's leading power and sail brands, with a major presence at three premier boat shows across Europe. by Ancasta Posted 16 Aug 17:30 UTC guidance on LiFePO4 battery installations guidance on LiFePO4 battery installations Published by the Cruising Association & Inland Waterways Association The Cruising Association (CA), working in partnership with the Inland Waterways Association (IWA), has published new guidance to help boat owners make informed decisions about installing lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4 or LFP) service batteries. by The Cruising Association Posted 15 Aug 12:15 UTC Alegría Marineros enters the Arctic ice Alegría Marineros enters the Arctic ice Vuelta Vertical expedition unsure whether it will be able to complete Northwest passage After sailing 9,000 nm non-stop —around 17,000 kilometres— from Chile to Alaska with just two people on board, the Spanish expedition has entered the fourth and most uncertain stage of its round-the world voyage between Antarctica and the Arctic. by Vuelta Vertical Posted 13 Aug 08:15 UTC Allen Enters Third Generation of Family Ownership Allen Enters Third Generation of Family Ownership Richard Allen is taking over as Managing Director Allen Brothers (Fittings) Ltd has entered its third generation of family ownership, with Richard Allen taking over as Managing Director. Richard's mother, Lindsay Allen, will remain with the company as Director. by Allen Posted 12 Aug 16:00 UTC Ancasta strengthens European presence Ancasta strengthens European presence New offices in The Netherlands and Montenegro Ancasta International Boat Sales has strengthened its European presence with the opening of new offices in The Netherlands and Montenegro, reinforcing the company's long-term commitment to supporting yacht owners, buyers and sellers. by Ancasta Group Posted 12 Aug 08:00 UTC Solaris presents its 2026 line-up Solaris presents its 2026 line-up With a special focus on inclusive cruising Solaris will be present at the upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival and Genoa Boat Show, showcasing a selection of its most representative models: Solaris 50, 55, 60 and 64 RS. by Solaris Yachts Posted 11 Aug 13:53 UTC Pudsey Bear completes 2,250 mile voyage Pudsey Bear completes 2,250 mile voyage Round the country on the yacht Big Bear raising £62,000 for BBC Children in Need Big Bear Voyage 2026 returned safely and jubilantly to its home port Universal Marina, Hamble this weekend after an epic three-month, 2,250-mile sail around England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland with Pudsey Bear on board. by Big Bear Voyage Posted 11 Aug 11:10 UTC Marine Megafauna in Sailing Guidelines shortlisted Marine Megafauna in Sailing Guidelines shortlisted For the 2026 Sport Positive Awards in the Biodiversity category The Marine Megafauna in Sailing Guidelines, co-authored by World Sailing and the Marine Mammal Advisory Group (MMAG), have been shortlisted for the 2026 Sport Positive Awards in the Biodiversity category. by World Sailing Posted 9 Aug 09:36 UTC El Niño 2026 El Niño 2026 A Powerful Climate Event That Could Shape This Year's Atlantic Crossing Season Climate scientists around the world are closely monitoring what is rapidly developing into one of the strongest El Niño events of recent decades. by Viking Explorers Rally Posted 8 Aug 15:30 UTC Solo Sailor Greg Were returns to Falmouth Solo Sailor Greg Were returns to Falmouth After extraordinary round-the-world voyage Solo sailor Greg Were is set to return to Falmouth late today on 7 August or early 8 August 2026, completing an extraordinary circumnavigation of the globe in his 20-foot sailing boat Hummingbird. by Janine Hess Posted 8 Aug 11:58 UTC Cruising in Croatia video series Episode 4 Cruising in Croatia video series Episode 4 Croatia's greatest treasures aren't always found on the water Croatia's coastline is breathtaking, but its greatest treasures aren't always found on the water. In this episode bad weather changes our plans, giving us the perfect excuse to step ashore and discover Croati's incredible history. by Royal Yachting Association Posted 8 Aug 11:00 UTC Advanced Rigging & Hydraulics and WCC partnership Advanced Rigging & Hydraulics and WCC partnership Celebrating the continued relationship with an event at the Southampton Boat Show Hamble-based rigging specialist, Advanced Rigging & Hydraulics (part of the Ancasta Group), is celebrating the continuation of its partnership with World Cruising Club with a special event at the Southampton International Boat Show. by Advanced Rigging & Hydraulics Posted 7 Aug 15:00 UTC Outbound 5360 making her way out of the build hall Outbound 5360 making her way out of the build hall A modern raised salon unlike any other cruising yacht on the market This is the moment we've been building toward. The Outbound 5360 represents an unprecedented level of design, engineering, and development — every detail considered, every system refined without compromise. by Outbound Yachts Posted 7 Aug 10:12 UTC ARC Baltic returns in style ARC Baltic returns in style An unforgettable Scandinavian adventure after a six-year hiatus The return of ARC Baltic has been hailed a resounding success, with a fleet of cruising yachts completing an unforgettable voyage through some of Northern Europe's most spectacular cruising grounds. by World Cruising Club Posted 5 Aug 17:25 UTC GJW Direct marks 200 years in business GJW Direct marks 200 years in business A historic milestone for one of Liverpool's oldest businesses GJW Direct, the marine insurance provider born in the docks of Liverpool in 1826, is celebrating a its 200-year anniversary this week - a historic milestone for one of the city's oldest businesses. by GJW Direct Posted 5 Aug 13:30 UTC Ancasta appoints Group Brokerage Manager Ancasta appoints Group Brokerage Manager Rob Seabourne moves into the newly-created role Ancasta has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of Rob Seabourne to the newly created role of Group Brokerage Manager. by Ancasta Group Posted 5 Aug 08:00 UTC