SSCA hosts free Annual Bahamas Cruisers Gathering SSCA hosts free Annual Bahamas Cruisers Gathering This NO-FEE event is open to all cruisers and the local community The Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA), in partnership with Lorraine's Café and High Tides Café, will host the FREE 5th Annual Bahamas Cruisers Gathering in Black Point, Exumas, March 19-22, 2026. by Seven Seas Cruising Association Posted 13 Mar 14:41 UTC SW108 Kalantis sets sail from Cape Town SW108 Kalantis sets sail from Cape Town Ready for world premiere at the Palma International Boat Show The new SW108 has departed Cape Town, where she was meticulously built by Southern Wind and launched. Described as the "ultimate expression of freedom", Kalantis represents another successful collaboration between Farr Yacht Design and Nauta Design. by Southern Wind Yachts Posted 13 Mar 01:00 UTC RNLI welcomes Prince and Princess of Wales RNLI welcomes Prince and Princess of Wales Visiting one of London's four RNLI lifeboat stations at Waterloo Bridge Representatives of the RNLI were honoured to welcome Their Royal Highnesses, The Prince and Princess of Wales as they visited one of London's four RNLI lifeboat stations at Waterloo Bridge, to hear about the vital work of volunteers and staff. by RNLI Posted 12 Mar 20:51 UTC 'Cruising Adventures in your Wayfarer' webinar 'Cruising Adventures in your Wayfarer' webinar What do overnight cruising adventures really look like in a small open dinghy? What do overnight cruising adventures really look like in a small open dinghy? If you'd like to discover how it's not only achievable, but also a rewarding way to explore coastal waters, join Haven Knox-Johnston's upcoming webinar. by Haven Knox-Johnston Posted 12 Mar 16:30 UTC SIMENA departs ARES Yachts shipyard SIMENA departs ARES Yachts shipyard Turkey's ARES Yachts delivers first 62m sailing superyacht The 62-metre sailing superyacht SIMENA has officially departed the ARES Yachts shipyard and is now en route to Monaco, marking her first Mediterranean season. by Ares Yachts Posted 12 Mar 08:39 UTC Henri-Lloyd partners with Prometheus Sailing Henri-Lloyd partners with Prometheus Sailing Official Performance Clothing Partner to the UK's leading sailing school Henri-Lloyd has been announced as the Official Performance Clothing Partner to Prometheus Sailing, the UK's leading sailing school. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 11 Mar 17:00 UTC A Crucial Test Many Sailors Skip Before a Passage A Crucial Test Many Sailors Skip Before a Passage No check is more crucial than a rig check Every passage should begin with a pre-departure checklist. From safety equipment to weather and charts, if you are planning on spending any time under sail, no check is more crucial than a rig check. by Cyclops Marine Posted 10 Mar 17:00 UTC Top 2025 Voyaging Honors Top 2025 Voyaging Honors Including Blue Water Medal presented by Cruising Club of America The 2025 Cruising Club of America (CCA) awards ceremony was held at the New York Yacht Club on Friday, March 6, highlighted by the presentation of the Blue Water Medal to longtime no-frills voyager Pete Hill. by Cruising Club of America Posted 10 Mar 16:32 UTC Must-Do Flotilla Moments in the Med and 15% off Must-Do Flotilla Moments in the Med and 15% off Sunsail's pick of the most unmissable flotilla spots Flotilla holidays offer the unique opportunity to discover under-the-radar destinations, socialise with new people, and experience the Mediterranean in all its glory, all while embracing the peace of being on the water. by Sunsail Posted 9 Mar 14:30 UTC Inside Henri-Lloyd Ocean Pro Inside Henri-Lloyd Ocean Pro The Design & Development Story Ocean Pro is the result of 11,520 hours of engineering and 50,000 nautical miles at sea — developed alongside elite sailors and tested in the harshest conditions. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 9 Mar 12:00 UTC Built for those who thrive in the extremes Built for those who thrive in the extremes Henri-Lloyd Ocean Pro is engineered 18% lighter than comparable systems Developed alongside elite offshore sailors and proven in the harshest marine environments, Ocean Pro redefines offshore protection — engineered 18% lighter than comparable systems, without compromise. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 8 Mar 12:00 UTC Go behind the scenes of the Boat Building Academy Go behind the scenes of the Boat Building Academy The annual Open Day is in Lyme Regis on 25th April Visitors are invited to enjoy a free, behind-the-scenes look at traditional boatbuilding in action at the Boat Building Academy (BBA) Open Day on Saturday April 25. by Boat Building Academy Posted 7 Mar 13:39 UTC Sailing Zingaro explains use of PredictWind - 3 Sailing Zingaro explains use of PredictWind - 3 How to understand how to prevent boat damage, seasickness and crew fatigue In Part 3 of the five part PredictWind series, James Evenson (Sailing Zingaro) tells you how to understand how to prevent boat damage, seasickness and crew fatigue, this is the foundation of all weather routing. by Richard Gladwell Sail-World.com Posted 7 Mar 07:52 UTC Discover the Barton HB1 Continuous Line Furler Discover the Barton HB1 Continuous Line Furler Designed to provide optimum performance for dinghies and small yachts in all conditions Recently launched, the Barton Marine Continuous Line Furler is designed to provide optimum performance for dinghies and small yachts in all conditions - even the most challenging. by Barton Marine Posted 6 Mar 16:30 UTC RYA and SailGP launch new work-shadowing programme RYA and SailGP launch new work-shadowing programme 'JUMP' is a mentor programme for women and girls aged 16-25 The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and SailGP have announced the launch of JUMP – the Junior Upskill Mentor Programme, a new work-shadowing initiative for young women aged 16–25. by RYA Posted 6 Mar 11:00 UTC Trans-Tasman Seawind 1170 Delivery Trans-Tasman Seawind 1170 Delivery A full debrief covering all aspects of the trip We get a full debrief of the Trans-Tasman delivery of the Seawind 1170 from Sydney to Auckland from skipper Tom Adams covering all aspects of the trip, from boat prep, weather routing, safety and boat performance. by Multihull Central Posted 5 Mar 07:18 UTC Sailing Zingaro explains use of PredictWind - 2 Sailing Zingaro explains use of PredictWind - 2 Where weather data originates, what the different models mean, and how routing is generated In Part 2 of the five part PredictWind series, James Evenson (Sailing Zingaro) breaks down where the weather data comes from, what the different models mean, and how the software generates routes based on your specific boat. by Richard Gladwell Sail-World.com Posted 5 Mar 00:16 UTC Oyster World Rally 2030–31 announced Oyster World Rally 2030–31 announced The definitive supported circumnavigation returns The definitive supported circumnavigation returns as the next generation of Oyster owners prepare to sail 27,000 nautical miles across three oceans. by Oyster Yachts Posted 4 Mar 07:56 UTC 'Cruising the Isles of Scilly' webinar 'Cruising the Isles of Scilly' webinar A firm favourite for many cruising sailors For many cruising sailors, the Isles of Scilly are a firm favourite. With clear turquoise water, sheltered anchorages, white sand beaches and an abundance of plants and wildlife, they offer an experience that feels far removed from the mainland. by Haven Knox-Johnston Posted 3 Mar 18:00 UTC Aquila grows in the Sail market Aquila grows in the Sail market Adding eight new dealers representing its sailing segment Following the recent launch of its first sailboat, Aquila Catamarans has added eight new dealers representing its sailing segment. These join Aquila's expansive network of over 100 dealers across the world. by Aquila Posted 3 Mar 17:09 UTC