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Edited by Michael Hodges
Old Sea Dogs is an independent boating and sailing magazine for everyone who enjoys being on, around or simply dreaming about the water.
From yacht racing, offshore adventures and the latest sailing news to motorboats, superyachts, boat reviews, marinas, destinations and practical seamanship, Old Sea Dogs brings together stories from across the boating world.
We follow the great international races and regattas, visit harbours and marinas, explore remarkable yachts and new marine technology, and celebrate the sailors, designers, boatbuilders, clubs and characters who make the maritime world what it is.
Whether you race, cruise, own a boat, are learning to sail or simply enjoy watching the tide come in, Old Sea Dogs is about one thing above all — a shared passion for boats and the sea.
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From Bénéteau’s vast production halls to a new Vendée Globe campaign, four days in western France revealed the craftsmanship, technology and ambition carrying European boatbuilding towards boot Düsseldorf 2027 itself.
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From Bénéteau’s vast production halls to a new Vendée Globe campaign, four days in western France revealed the craftsmanship, technology and ambition carrying European boatbuilding towards boot Düsseldorf 2027 itself.
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Old Sea Dogs is an independent boating and sailing magazine for everyone who enjoys being on, around or simply dreaming about the water.
From yacht racing, offshore adventures and the latest sailing news to motorboats, superyachts, boat reviews, marinas, destinations and practical seamanship, Old Sea Dogs brings together stories from across the boating world.
We follow the great international races and regattas, visit harbours and marinas, explore remarkable yachts and new marine technology, and celebrate the sailors, designers, boatbuilders, clubs and characters who make the maritime world what it is.
Whether you race, cruise, own a boat, are learning to sail or simply enjoy watching the tide come in, Old Sea Dogs is about one thing above all — a shared passion for boats and the sea.
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Sanya Serenity Marina is based in Sanya, Hainan, China. It is known for hosting major offshore race activity, superyacht berthing and China's developing leisure marine scene.
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Malizia 4 and DMG MORI Global One brought opposing IMOCA design philosophies to The Ocean Race Atlantic, setting revolution against evolution in a fascinating test of offshore speed and reliability.

When you’re at sea chasing a blend of performance, luxury and weekend‑to‑extended‑cruise capability, the Sea Ray Sundancer 455 stands out. Measuring roughly 45 feet (13.7 m) in length and boasting amenity‑rich accommodation, this express cruiser ticks all the boxes for an owner‑operator or small family seeking a yacht that works equally well for coastal hops, Mediterranean jaunts or Caribbean getaways.
Heesen Yachts, a pioneer in the yacht-building industry, positions Mike Rouse as Strategic Advisor, intending to optimise the captain's technical prowess and commanding expertise.
The maritime world welcomes Nausica, an innovative superyacht equipped with fuel-cell technology, while its sister ship, Jassj, embarks on sea trials.
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