Cape Horn Hall of Fame nominations close by 30 May Cape Horn Hall of Fame nominations close by 30 May Public nominations open for just a little longer The International Association of Cape Horners (IACH) is calling for nominations for new inductees to the Cape Horn Hall of Fame. by Barry Pickthall for IACH Posted 22 May 22:52 UTC Cruising through the Islands of French Polynesia Cruising through the Islands of French Polynesia World ARC 2025-26 fleet recently spent six unforgettable weeks here The 30 yachts of the World ARC 2025-26 fleet recently spent six unforgettable weeks "free cruising" among the three main sailing archipelagos of French Polynesia: the Marquesas, the Tuamotus, and the legendary Society Islands. by World Cruising Club Posted 21 May 19:08 UTC Introducing the Calibrator from SailingPerformance Introducing the Calibrator from SailingPerformance Onboard electronics from Sailling Performance Have you ever sailed on a boat where the wind numbers coming from the onboard electronics were constantly wrong, where every time you tacked, the wind seemed to back by 15 degrees? by Sailing Performance Posted 21 May 11:00 UTC Coast Guard proposes removing hundreds of buoys Coast Guard proposes removing hundreds of buoys Some buoys are in notoriously rocky and challenging bays and harbors on the Northern Atlantic Coast On April 15, the First Coast Guard District released an initiative proposing the removal of hundreds of navigational buoys, or Aids to Navigation (AtoNs). by BoatUS Posted 20 May 15:25 UTC Henri-Lloyd supports Jazz Turner's challenge Henri-Lloyd supports Jazz Turner's challenge GBR para-athlete overcomes fears in attempt to break record For a young woman with multiple and complex health issues, Jazz Turner is remarkable calm as she faces her imminent departure on her around Great Britain sailing challenge. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 20 May 08:00 UTC Discover the hybrid version of the Excess 11 Discover the hybrid version of the Excess 11 Pairing a genset with twin electric engines By offering a hybrid engine aboard the Excess 11, our iconic, entry-level model, Excess Catamarans asserts its pioneer spirit, constantly innovating in the pursuit of a new way to cruise. by Excess Catamarans Posted 19 May 20:53 UTC Sailing is for Everyone – and We Mean It Sailing is for Everyone – and We Mean It Rooster are proud to support the communities making that a reality Sailing is a sport with space for everyone - and at Rooster, we're proud to support the communities making that a reality. by Rooster Posted 19 May 16:00 UTC Fleet arrives for Anniversary of Operation Dynamo Fleet arrives for Anniversary of Operation Dynamo In Ramsgate for 85th Anniversary Commemorative return to Dunkirk The Association of Dunkirk Little Ships (ADLS) fleet has sailed from far and wide to reach Ramsgate over this past weekend to gather for the Operation Dynamo 85th Anniversary Commemorative return to Dunkirk. by Mick Gentry Posted 19 May 09:56 UTC Monk seal & sea turtle research & recovery review Monk seal & sea turtle research & recovery review As we prepare for our 2025 field camps, we look back on the important work done in 2024 Monitoring and population assessment field camps are the foundation of NOAA's research and recovery efforts for Hawaiian monk seals and Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu) in the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 18 May 16:59 UTC The Shrink in the Drink The Shrink in the Drink A world first book launch, perhaps? Andrew Hill-Smith was the third person to sail around GB in a Laser dinghy. He was the oldest person to do so, totally unsupported. It took 4 half months, and in the process, he raised over £21,000 across three charities. by Andrew Hill-Smith Posted 18 May 16:00 UTC Setting sail on our steps to sustainability Setting sail on our steps to sustainability Andrew Simpson Yachting is committed to protecting the waters we love Andrew Simpson Yachting is committed to protecting the waters we love by taking meaningful steps toward sustainability. As sailors, we recognise our responsibility to minimise our impact on marine ecosystems. by Jacob Tyson Posted 18 May 10:12 UTC Conserving long-lived species Conserving long-lived species The importance of monitoring decades-old individuals Conservation and recovery of long-lived species requires continued monitoring of individuals. Meet some of the animals that have been known to scientists for decades. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 17 May 17:26 UTC The brand new Swan 128 hits the water The brand new Swan 128 hits the water The pinnacle of the Swan Maxi Line The Swan 128 touched the water for the first time in Pietarsaari, Finland. A true milestone for Nautor Swan, this yacht represents the pinnacle of the Swan Maxi Line and the result of an extraordinary effort by the entire shipyard team. by Nautor Swan Posted 17 May 09:59 UTC New on-the-water EMSMET weather station New on-the-water EMSMET weather station The new weather station will be invaluable for all water sports users in Chichester Harbour Emsworth Sailing Club has facilitated the raising of local funds and volunteers to scope, fund and deploy a new, multi-sensor weather station called EMSMET, located at the Emsworth end of Chichester Harbour. by EMSMET Posted 17 May 09:26 UTC Bulwarks and Bulldust – watch Episode Two Bulwarks and Bulldust – watch Episode Two Three time Jane Tate Memorial Trophy winner, Annika Thomson, talks racing and rubbish... Episode Two of Bukwarks and Bulldust featuring Annika Thomson from Ocean Crusaders is now up and running. The three time Jane Tate Memorial Trophy winner talks about her favourite subjects - racing and rubbish... by Bulwarks and Bulldust Posted 16 May 22:54 UTC Dufour 54 - Everything you need to know Dufour 54 - Everything you need to know Discover all the facets of this 16-meter sailing yacht In a complete video, discover how the Dufour 54 embodies the quintessence of Dufour know-how, from its innovative exterior design to its modular interior layouts, cutting-edge equipment and environmentally-friendly options. by Dufour Yachts Posted 15 May 09:30 UTC Exposure Marine Fastnet Race Kit Video Review Exposure Marine Fastnet Race Kit Video Review A set of 3 torches specifically designed for offshore racing crews It's a huge year for offshore sailing, and arguably the biggest event of the summer is the Rolex Fastnet Race. Within an hour of entries opening the Royal Ocean Racing Club had received a record 435 yacht registrations. by Mark Jardine Posted 14 May 13:30 UTC Royal Huisman unveils super-sized Project 412 Royal Huisman unveils super-sized Project 412 She will rank among the largest yachts ever built by the shipyard Royal Huisman is proud to announce its latest commission Project 412, a super-sized sailing yacht for a returning owner. by Royal Huisman Posted 13 May 17:48 UTC How Seldén Carbon Masts are made How Seldén Carbon Masts are made I took a look around the Seldén Mast factory with Richard Thoroughgood to find out more I took a look around the Seldén Mast factory with Richard Thoroughgood from Seldén to find out a bit more about how the carbon tow reels become the masts that we use when out sailing. by Mark Jardine Posted 12 May 15:00 UTC Legend Owners hit target to raise £20,000 Legend Owners hit target to raise £20,000 Raised for the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust at 30th Anniversary AGM The Legend Owners Association (LOA) has been supporting The Ellen MacArthur Cancer trust as their chosen charity since 2006 and over the years has raised £19,000 for the charity. The aim was to reach £20,000 during their 30th Anniversary year of 2025. by Legend Owners / Ellen MacArthur Cancer trust Posted 12 May 10:48 UTC