UK sail training sector's 47,000+ days at sea UK sail training sector's 47,000+ days at sea Amid rising need for youth development opportunities The UK's sail training sector delivered more than 47,000 days at sea in 2025, according to a new review published today by the Association of Sail Training Organisations (ASTO). by Association of Sail Training Organisations Posted 11 Jul 12:15 UTC 69m sailing yacht Zero launches in the Netherlands 69m sailing yacht Zero launches in the Netherlands Designed to operate purely on harvested renewable energy without compromising comfort After seven years of conceptual development, in-depth studies, intense engineering and construction, Zero has launched in Harlingen, The Netherlands. by Charlotte Thomas Posted 11 Jul 10:09 UTC 2026 Jan-Jun IMB Piracy and Armed Robbery Report 2026 Jan-Jun IMB Piracy and Armed Robbery Report Maritime piracy incidents fall to lowest since 1992, but risk remains Maritime piracy and armed robbery incidents fell to their lowest level since 1992 in the first half of 2026, according to the latest report from ICC's International Maritime Bureau (IMB), released today. by ICC International Maritime Bureau Posted 10 Jul 14:54 UTC Ancasta summer 2026 news Ancasta summer 2026 news Summer Blast, Cannes Yachting Festival, Eclipse Rally and more Thank you to all those who joined us for the Ancasta Summer Blast in Lymington where we managed to raised over £6,000 for the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust, whilst bringing together owners, friends and families for a memorable weekend on and off the water. by Ancasta Group Posted 10 Jul 11:00 UTC Viking Explorers return to Port Louis Marina Viking Explorers return to Port Louis Marina The official destination and one of the main sponsors for the 10th Edition of the rally Viking Explorers is pleased to announce that Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina in Grenada will once again serve as the official destination and one of the main sponsors for the 10th Edition of the rally. by Viking Explorers Rally Posted 10 Jul 08:51 UTC Chris Bertish calls off TransCat Expedition Chris Bertish calls off TransCat Expedition After 3 years of preparation, he chooses safety over ego while keeping his mission alive South African Speaker, Author and Ocean Pioneer, Chris Bertish, has announced that he is officially calling off his much-anticipated TransCat Expedition 2026, a solo trans-Pacific beach catamaran crossing, after extensive testing, consultation. by Chris Bertish Posted 9 Jul 19:39 UTC Fresh Layers For Longer with Polygiene® Fresh Layers For Longer with Polygiene® Featured across selected Henri-Lloyd T shirts, polos and performance layers Polygiene® technology helps garments stay fresher for longer by reducing odour build-up. Featured across selected Henri-Lloyd T shirts, polos and performance layers. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 8 Jul 11:00 UTC A brand-new Xc 47 under the Canadian flag A brand-new Xc 47 under the Canadian flag Welcome aboard Tapestry1! Jessica Peters and Gary Jaques from Calgary, Canada, have taken delivery of their brand-new Xc 47 at the X-Yachts yard in Haderslev, Denmark. by X-Yachts Posted 5 Jul 15:30 UTC Sea Cadets to fly UK flag at Tall Ships Races Sea Cadets to fly UK flag at Tall Ships Races Twenty-six sea cadets from across the UK will take to the international stage this summer Twenty-six sea cadets from across the UK will take to the international stage this summer to take part in this year's Tall Ships Races, forming one of the youngest crewing elements in the entire fleet. by Sea Cadets Posted 4 Jul 12:33 UTC SEABOB Launches Its Biggest Coast-to-Coast US Lake SEABOB Launches Its Biggest Coast-to-Coast US Lake First-hand, free chance to experience SEABOB water scooters This summer, SEABOB, the world leader in electric water scooters, is taking the SEABOB F9 on an epic 10,000-mile coast-to-coast journey across America. by Seabob Posted 3 Jul 14:10 UTC A memorable weekend for the X-Yachts Community A memorable weekend for the X-Yachts Community Midsummer holds a special place in Scandinavian culture Midsummer holds a special place in Scandinavian culture, and this year it truly showed its best side as 15 X-Yachts and a total of 80 guests gathered in Juelsminde for the annual Community Event from June 19-21. by X-Yachts Posted 2 Jul 11:00 UTC Sail trials successful for Ouzel Sail trials successful for Ouzel A modern classic sailing superyacht Under cruising sail plan, the custom 95-footer sailed easily at 12+ knots in modest breezes, meeting expectations of project collaborators Langan Design Partners, Mark Whiteley Design, Rockport Marine, and MCM. by MCM Posted 1 Jul 14:57 UTC Mote partners with CWVC and SNI Mote partners with CWVC and SNI To advance coral reef restoration and research Mote Marine Laboratory continued its ongoing partnership with Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge (CWVC) and SCUBAnauts International (SNI) earlier this month to advance coral reef restoration and research in the Florida Keys. by Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Posted 30 Jun 10:01 UTC Boat Building Academy launch day Boat Building Academy launch day Graduates joyously plunge their new boats into the sea at Lyme Regis The latest graduates from the Boat Building Academy (BBA) couldn't disguise their joy as they launched their new boats into the sea at Lyme Regis on the hottest June day ever recorded. by Boat Building Academy Posted 29 Jun 19:29 UTC Solo Unassisted Non-stop Arctic Circumnavigation Solo Unassisted Non-stop Arctic Circumnavigation Climate crusader's record attempt is possible now due to sea ice reduction Sailing to prove what climate change has already cost us, one explorer sets off on a voyage that should not be possible by Ocean Research Project Posted 29 Jun 18:36 UTC Ancasta Summer Blast brings yacht owners together Ancasta Summer Blast brings yacht owners together Raising thousands for the Ellen MacArthur Trust Ancasta's Summer Blast customer boating event has raised over £6000 for the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust, adding to their long-standing partnership, while bringing together owners, friends and families for a memorable weekend on and off the water. by Ancasta Group Posted 29 Jun 15:30 UTC New Henri-Lloyd Foredeck Shorts have arrived New Henri-Lloyd Foredeck Shorts have arrived Lightweight, quick-drying and built for comfort The Foredeck Shorts combine technical performance with effortless versatility. Lightweight, quick-drying and built for comfort, they adapt to changing conditions so you can move confidently through every part of the day. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 27 Jun 15:30 UTC Installing SmartRig Manager Installing SmartRig Manager Five Simple Steps To Peace of Mind Load monitoring is the ultimate safety feature for sailing yachts. It's also invaluable for maximising sailing efficiency and ensuring equipment longevity. by Cyclops Marine Posted 26 Jun 11:00 UTC Boutique Atlantic Rally Where Sailors Come First Boutique Atlantic Rally Where Sailors Come First Viking Explorers' philosophy is built around intimacy, preparation, and genuine human connection With a philosophy built around intimacy, preparation, and genuine human connection, Viking Explorers is redefining what an Atlantic crossing rally can be. by Viking Explorers Rally Posted 26 Jun 08:48 UTC Antwerp counts down to The Tall Ships Races Antwerp counts down to The Tall Ships Races Thirty-six Tall Ships will moor at the Scheldt quays and the docks around the MAS Preparations are in full swing for this spectacular sailing race - the second leg of which will this time run from Antwerp to Norway - and for the extensive public event. by visit.antwerpen.be Posted 25 Jun 15:01 UTC