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This race is never simply about the fastest boat. It is about average speed, reliability, mental stamina, and the ability to keep a boat moving when the ocean tries its hardest to slow you down. And in this edition, four standout offshore machines have emerged as the early favourites for the coveted RORC Transatlantic Race Trophy under IRC:
NeoJivaro – Neo 430 – Yves Grosjean Ino Noir – Carkeek 45 – James Neville Maxitude – Lift 45 – Xavier & Alexandre Bellouard Palanad 4 – Manuard 50 – Antoine Magre Together, they represent the cutting edge of offshore yacht design: scow-bowed rockets, feather-light carbon platforms, and crews built to endure the Atlantic’s moods — from light-air drift battles to full-bore surfing in the trades.
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Four designs. One ocean. Endless ambition — the RORC Transatlantic Race delivers a masterclass in speed, stamina, and seamanship
19-01-2026
After a brief hiatus, one of the Southern Hemisphere’s most significant gatherings of superyacht professionals is returning — refreshed, refocused, and ready to redefine the future of luxury yachting in the Asia-Pacific.
Superyacht Australia has officially announced the return of the Australian Superyacht Conference in 2026, with a bold new format and an all-new Sydney location. Traditionally hosted on the Gold Coast each May in the lead-up to the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, the event will now anchor itself in Sydney Harbour for the first time — taking place immediately after the inaugural Sydney Charter Show in February.
16-11-2025
There’s nothing quite like the moment your bow slices into open water. The hum of an engine or the snap of canvas in the breeze, a horizon that stretches forever, and the promise of adventure ahead. For some, a yacht is luxury. For others, it’s freedom itself. But whether you’re a veteran skipper or a newcomer to saltwater life, choosing the right yacht is a decision that shapes every mile of your voyage.
21-10-2025
Scheveningen, The Netherlands – The 44Cup World Championship came to a close in Scheveningen after four days of relentless North Sea racing that pushed crews and boats to their limits. Spain’s Lanzarote Calero Sailing Team emerged from the storm-lashed championship with a sense of pride, perspective, and determination — walking away with a hard-earned fifth place finish in one of the most brutal races of the series.
10-09-2025