Sailing-Boats Articles
Burnham on Crouch set the scenic stage for a thrilling sailing showdown at the Flying Fifteen Open hosted by The Royal Corinthian Yacht Club, a competition as unique as it was exhilarating. The picturesque marina, a hive of activity buzzing with euphoria, greeted the enthusiastic fleet with cosy comforts, not just promising intense races but unforgettable experiences.
On arrival, participants were received with a warm mug of coffee or tea and a succulent bacon roll, foreshadowing the convivial spirit of the event. After an intense day of racing, the jubilant event moulded into a vibrant social gathering, filled with chilled beers, traditional long-tabled supper and entertaining speeches, all under the welcoming arms of camaraderie. Jackie regaled the fleet with her amusing experiences, a well-timed comic relief abetted by the generously poured six-litre bottle of Rosé.
In an impressive collaboration of technology, enterprise, and marine research, Inkfish by Gabe Newell and shipbuilding company Vard known for their ecosystem of innovation, have begun constructing the revolutionary RV6000. With its keel laying on June 4th at the Vard’s Brăila facility in Romania and representatives of Gabe Newell’s marine research organisation, UK technical partner YTMC and class society DNV gracing the event, something truly remarkable is taking shape upon the Danube.
The RV6000 is a groundbreaking endeavor, integrating high resolution seafloor mapping capabilities and hybrid technology to expand the scope of ocean research. Designed to function on Vard’s 9 33 framework and powered by a 21-meter beam, the RV6000 echoes the commitment of its producers to advancing marine exploration. Exemplary of this is its eVSP propulsors, pushing the vessel to a top speed of 15 knots, and its operational longevity of 30 consecutive days.