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© Ricardo Pinto for SailGPSpeed, Stakes, and Sail Racing Glory Await in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI, UAE — The countdown is on. After 12 high-octane events spanning four continents, the 2025 Rolex SailGP Championship will reach its dramatic crescendo at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix, presented by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, on November 29–30, 2025.4 min read
© Rick Tomlinson/RORCAdmiral’s Cup 2027 Offshore Sailing’s Golden Era Returns
The Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) has confirmed that the Admiral’s Cup – long regarded as the pinnacle of international offshore team racing – will officially return in 2027. The announcement follows the spectacular 2025 comeback, which ended a 22-year absence and reignited one of sailing’s most prestigious competitions.3 min read
© Alex Turnbull/Tidal Pulse MediaRegistration Now Open for the Caribbean’s Premier Sailing Festival - BVI Spring Regatta 2026
The countdown has begun. Registration is officially open for the 2026 BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival, one of the most anticipated events on the global sailing calendar. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the British Virgin Islands – the Sailing Capital of the World – the regatta will run from March 23–29, 2026.4 min read
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© EurILCA MasterStriking a Balance between Luxury and Sustainability: How Prestigious Yacht Builders are Pioneering Eco-friendly Teak Alternatives
When tradition meets change, innovation thrives. Prestigious yacht builders embrace the pursuit of sustainable alternatives to teak, steering the industry towards an eco-conscious future.2 min read
© The Australian Superyacht ConferenceDiscover Antonini Navi and Nauta’s ‘Project Light 63M’: A Bold Yachting Concept Shaped by Rising Demand for Larger Vessels
In a visionary collaboration, Italian maritime yard Antonini Navi merges with Milan-based studio Nauta to launch an awe-inspiring 63.5-metre yachting concept, Project Light 63M.2 min read
© Vincent Curutchet / AleaBeyou and Lagravière Power Charal Toward a Historic Victory Across the Atlantic
With just over 500 nautical miles remaining, the Transat Café L’OR 2025 has evolved into a high-speed masterclass in precision, endurance, and teamwork — led by Jérémie Beyou and Morgan Lagravière aboard Charal. As the pair charge westward through the rolling Trade Winds toward Fort-de-France, Martinique, the black and red IMOCA is flying, averaging speeds that have left their rivals in the wake of frothing whitecaps4 min read
Historic 72-Meter Superyacht Argosy Undertakes a Three-Year Overhaul Journey at Renowned Dutch Shipyard Feadship
The esteemed classic yacht Argosy, after decades of illustrious service and numerous ownership hands, is set for a comprehensive three-year restoration at the Aalsmeer Feadship house.1 min read
© IMOCA18 IMOCAs Blast Off..... its the Transat Café L’OR 2025
LE HAVRE, FRANCE | The final IMOCA race of the 2025 season has officially roared into life, as 18 of the world’s fastest foiling yachts crossed the start line of the Transat Café L’OR, bound for Fort-de-France, Martinique. Stretching 4,350 nautical miles across the North Atlantic, the race marks the dramatic finale to a year of relentless competition for the IMOCA fleet — and with conditions building out of the Engli5 min read
© ILCA European ChampionshipAre Superyachts forgoing safety for style? A spotlight on pilot welfare when boarding and the importance of communication and collaboration
Putting the spotlight on superyacht safety, a recent CHIRP Maritime report raises concerns about nonchalant attitudes towards pilot welfare during boarding.2 min read
© Simon Bruty for SailGPOlly Murs to Headline the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix 2025 Season Grand Final
The stage is set. Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix 2025 Season Grand Final, presented by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, will take place on November 29–30 2025 in Mina Zayed, and today the global sailing‑sport powerhouse SailGP has confirmed the addition of platinum‑selling pop sensation Olly Murs as the headline entertainer.3 min read
© IMOCAMACIF Santé Prévoyance Wins
In the world of offshore sailing, some boats earn a reputation for being more than just fast—they become legends. This week at the Défi Azimut – Lorient Agglomération, that legend grew as British skipper Sam Goodchild, sailing with French co-skipper Loïs Berrehar, drove the IMOCA MACIF Santé Prévoyance to yet another victory.3 min read
Exquisite Christensen Motor Yacht Lady Elaine Goes Under the Hammer, Experiences Exceptional $1M Price Cut Just a Week before Major Boat Show
In the world of luxury yachts, the latest talk of the town is the remarkable $1 million price reduction on the illustrious Lady Elaine, just before the prestigious Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.2 min read
Ahead of the Prestigious Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, the Grand 50m Trinity Motor Yacht Impromptu Receives a Whopping $550k Price Cut
The sale of the 50-metre Trinity motor yacht Impromptu is becoming more enticing with a significant price drop. The announcement of a $550k reduction comes just ahead of her much-anticipated appearance at the upcoming Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.2 min read
© SailGPSweden Launches Artemis SailGP Team for 2026 Season
A Swedish Powerhouse Returns to the Global Stage. The world of high-octane professional sailing has just received a seismic jolt. Sweden’s internationally acclaimed Artemis Racing has confirmed its long-anticipated comeback, officially entering the Rolex SailGP Championship 2026 Season as the newly rebranded Artemis SailGP Team.5 min read
Engines Behind Maritime Events: Spotlighting the Indispensable Role of UK Sailing Clubs and Volunteers
As the UK's sailing season concludes, the National Firefly Fleet shines a light on the collective efforts of sailing clubs and volunteers around the nation, without whom national championship events would be unimaginable.2 min read