2022-04-25 13:52
The new Beneteau First 44 has been unveiled today. The First 44 is presented in two main setups, First 44 and First 44 Performance, with a different deck plan and options for keels and masts… Read More
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2022-04-25 07:34
Tuscany’s exquisite coastline is the backdrop for the much-anticipated opening regatta in what promises to be an exciting and ultra-competitive ClubSwan Racing season.
A fleet of mo… Read More
2022-04-25 07:05
The Sailing Museum announced it will officially open its doors to the public on May 10th, 2022. Located on the waterfront of downtown Newport in the historic Armory Building b… Read More
2022-04-22 03:33
DRUM: The most famous Maxi class racing yacht of her generation, was the vision of pop star Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran, who fulfilled a dream when he took up the challenge of sailing the 19… Read More
2022-04-21 14:22
French skipper Paul Meilhat will fulfill a lifelong dream in January 2023 when he leads Biotherm across the starting line of The Ocean Race on the waters off Alicante, Spain.
Meilhat and… Read More
2022-04-21 11:55
Do you remember the OSCAR system? We talked about it, for the very first time, two years ago. During this period, the evolution continued…
With its artificial intelligence solutio… Read More
2022-04-21 03:21
This Wednesday, the third day of competition for the 11th edition of the Voiles de Saint Barth Richard Mille, the maxis had an appointment for the Richard Mille Record Trophy with one object… Read More
2022-04-20 14:22
Do you remember the Italia Yachts 12.98, a model we really loved so much? Ok, now you can forget it. The Italian shipyard has unveiled the first images of a completely new project, the Itali… Read More
2022-04-20 10:05
Sailing is the best sport in the world. Whether you sail competitively or not, there’s very little that can beat the sensation of being out on the water, the wind filling the sails, ha… Read More
2022-04-20 03:21
Yesterday’s first day of racing at Les Voiles de St. Barth Richard Mille lived up to all its promises, and today was the same and more for all the crews. Already, early results point t… Read More
2022-04-19 03:21
The 11th edition of Les Voiles de St. Barth Richard Mille is now underway, as race organizers sent competitors on multiple courses ranging from 16 to 28 miles that utilized the best of Saint… Read More
2022-04-15 09:30
Presented in 2021 by Persico Marine, the Persico Fly40 was designed by Caponnetto Hueber and boasts a unique build team: structural engineering provided by Giovanni Belgrano of Pure and hydr… Read More
2022-04-14 15:21
This Sunday, 74 teams and more than 1,000 sailors from around the world will take to the turquoise waters around Saint Barthélemy for the triumphant return of the 2022 Les Voiles… Read More
2022-04-14 07:00
In this article, IMOCA and The Ocean Race explore this titanic human adventure, a race that is both unique and magical despite the enormity of the challenge, and whose international teams ha… Read More
2022-04-13 15:49
German brand presents its new flagship, the Dehler 46 SQ. The new model will make its world debut at the 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival (France, 6-11 September).
The new Dehler 46 SQ stand… Read More
2022-04-12 15:19
Marc Pajot, in collaboration with Italian shipyard Wider, announced the new Eco Yacht 88 catamaran with hybrid sail/diesel-electric propulsion.
The choice of length wa… Read More
2022-04-11 12:49
On the occasion of the 2022 International Multihull Show (France, 20th to 24th April), Squalt marine shipyard presents its brand new CK… Read More
2022-04-11 06:41
Sailing is one of the most popular pastimes globally, and for a good reason. And if you love the water, there’s nothing quite like taking a sailing vacation. Whether you’re looki… Read More
2022-04-08 15:09
The Elan GT6 is the result of a three-way collaboration between Elan Yachts, Humphreys Yacht Design and Studio F A Porsche. This is the first time that Studio F A Porsche… Read More
2022-04-07 10:06
The new Hallberg-Rassy 400 is a perfect bluewater aft cockpit boat with twin helms, a modern and efficient hull shape with twin rudders, and an easy-to-handle rig. Following in the steps of… Read More
2022-04-07 08:41
Countless meetings, struggling to meet deadlines, and long extra hours of work can affect your health to a great extent. People are trying to make both ends meet by working hard throughout t… Read More
2022-04-06 14:50
Ireland’s leading solo offshore racer Tom Dolan has almost finished his training phase prior to the start of the five events which comprise the 2022 French Elite Offshore Rac… Read More
2022-04-06 09:41
MCM is recognized as one of the world’s leading groups of marine industry experts. MCM was founded in 1988 by Peter Wilson and Nigel Ingram to represent Owners throughout the design an… Read More
2022-04-05 12:22
Following the success of the Windelo 50 and its many nominations, the French yard announced today the launch of its 2nd model (and flagship), a Windelo 54 Yachting. This model is the result… Read More
2022-04-05 07:48
Learning to sail can seem like a daunting process. Besides just learning how to sail a boat, the terminology of boating is completely different, and most of what needs to be learned can only… Read More
2022-04-05 07:06
Boasting a fleet of 215 yachts, the 52nd Newport Bermuda Race is set to return on June 17. The fleet size for the 635-nautical mile race, co-hosted by the Cruising Club of America and the Ro… Read More
2022-04-04 07:56
Conditions could not have been more perfect for the final day of racing in the 49th BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival. Sunny blue skies, breeze in the mid-teens, and temperatures in… Read More
2022-04-01 10:25
The first Infiniti 52 Tulikettu has been undergoing sea trials in the Solent, following delivery to her new Finnish owner Arto Linnervuo, in anticipation of a busy offshore racing… Read More
2022-04-01 03:31
In this article, Fixture Calendar’s second monthly sailing guide, we will once again be giving fans a rundown of the coming month’s biggest sailing events. As predicted… Read More
2022-03-31 14:34
Excitement is building as the fast-approaching 2022 ClubSwan Racing season promises a further helping of fun and high-adrenaline competition at six spectacular Mediterranean venues.
With… Read More
2022-03-31 08:01
Another bad news about ocean pollution. A study by the three French institutes Ifremer, the University of Bordeaux and the IRD (a public research institution) reveals that the surface water… Read More
2022-03-29 13:34
Emirates Team New Zealand and the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron announced Barcelona, in the region of Catalonia as the Host Venue for the 37th America’s Cup to be held in September… Read More
2022-03-29 09:58
Newport-based MCM Newport is celebrating after no fewer than eight sailing yachts in its fleet crossed the finish line at the legendary St Barths Bucket Regatta 2022, held fro… Read More
2022-03-29 09:31
In this article devoted to the history of the French heritage in the round-the-world crewed race, IMOCA and The Ocean Race revisit the technological evolution that has colored a race, which… Read More
2022-03-28 15:13
Sailing is an activity that is enjoyed by thousands around the world. It ranges from on occasional pastime for some, to a lifetime passion for others. It is a fun thing to do, and comes with… Read More
2022-03-28 12:17
Elian Lopez, a Cuban man seeking treatment for his colon cancer risked his life by navigating 90 miles aboard a wind surfboard before the U.S. Coast Guard intercepted him in the Florida… Read More
2022-03-28 08:23
Australia crowned SailGP champion for a second successive year, beating Japan and the United States in the Grand Final on a crazy, incident-filled day in San Francisco.
The Aussies and Dr… Read More
2022-03-25 07:39
Expect to spend a lot if you decide to travel to another country. It’s hard not to overspend between the flight tickets and hotel reservations. The good thing is you can always find wa… Read More
2022-03-24 16:07
Sunreef Yachts reveals the first photos of the solar-electric Sunreef 80 Eco under navigation in Dubai. The luxury catamaran is a fully-autonomous model using green tech… Read More
2022-03-23 09:34
Indian sailor Abhilash Tomy was an entrant in the 50th Anniversary edition of the Golden Globe, a solo non-stop race around the world which started from Les Sables d’Olonne France on J… Read More
2022-03-22 14:00
The United States SailGP Team capsized today on San Francisco Bay during a training session for this weekend’s SailGP season final, the upcoming Mubadala United Sail Grand Prix, March… Read More
2022-03-22 08:01
Building on the success of their inaugural season, the TF35 Trophy goes into 2022 strong with new team Vitamina Sailing, helmed by Andrea Lacorte, joining the line-up of seven… Read More
2022-03-22 07:50
German shipyard YYachts has broadened its management team with the appointment of Christian Möller from Hamburg. The 56-year-old is now responsible for production, purchasing and projec… Read More
2022-03-21 15:13
The Ocean Race Summit Seychelles, held earlier today, featured Wavel Ramkalawan, President of the Republic of the Seychelles, Patricia Scotland, Commonwealth Secretary General. Mia Amor… Read More
2022-03-18 06:45
We are thrilled to present the first in a five-part video series entitled “Designing the HH44”. The all-new HH44 catamaran is a yacht with many innovations. It features… Read More
2022-03-17 14:28
This week the contracts were signed for the construction of a second Pelagic 77 sail yacht, after the successful launch of the first one in 2021 by KM Yachtbuilders in the Netherlands.
KM… Read More
2022-03-17 07:41
March 17th is one of those few dates that will always evoke a brief moment of quiet satisfaction for Emirates Team New Zealand team members who toiled away for the prior 4 years for that ver… Read More
2022-03-17 07:23
Anyone familiar with the superyacht industry is accustomed to grand descriptions of the exceptional nature of new projects. So, when a project of such a revolutionary nature as this slo… Read More
2022-03-16 13:17
Let’s look forward to the 2022 International Multihull Show, which will take place from 20th to 24th April in the harbor area in La Grande Motte, France. The excitement is building and… Read More
2022-03-16 07:02
The constant human research towards new technologies and the confrontation of man with nature have given rise, over the years, to unique enterprises, which have now become real stories. &hell…Read More
2022-03-15 10:05
In Sailing Nandji Ep 262, we are Australia bound! With all the difficulties of traveling due to that never-ending virus, we had been stuck away from our families for over two and half ye… Read More
2022-03-09 19:16
Ernest Shackleton‘s Endurance was found at the weekend at the bottom of the Weddell Sea. The ship, which sank in 1915, is 3,008 meters (1.9 miles or 9,842 feet) deep in the Weddell Sea… Read More
2022-03-09 15:11
The new Grand Soleil 40 aims to replicate the great success of the GS 44, winner of the last ORC World Championship. Grand Soleil 40 will make the World debut during the Cannes Yachting Fest… Read More
2022-03-09 10:00
Do you remember the 45ft Mist? Mist slipped into the water at Rockport Marine late last year, after a build that reunited legendary designer Bill Tripp and renowned project manager Pete… Read More
2022-03-08 13:16
The new Arcona 50 has been unveiled. The Arcona 50 is the first Arcona model designed by Jeppesen & Pons, and the new flagship of the fleet. Intended for the blue water cruising ma… Read More
2022-03-08 06:03
In Sailing Nandji Ep 261, Australia has finally opened its borders for flights without quarantine and therefore we make the decision to fly home instead of sailing to Australia. This means l… Read More
2022-03-07 08:38
A dark cloud descended over Simpson Bay, right on time for the race start of the 4th and final day of the 2022 St Maarten Heineken Regatta; but that didn’t put a damper on the fle… Read More
2022-03-07 07:52
Jeanneau Yachts 65 is the name of the largest model ever built by the French shipyard: 20.70 meters in overall length and 5.40 meters in beam. The collaboration between architects Philippe B… Read More
2022-03-06 07:26
In Fixture Calendar’s first monthly guide, sailing fans and Sail Universe regulars can expect a quick rundown and guide to some of the biggest sailing events taking place aro… Read More
2022-03-04 09:34
The new high-performance bluewater sailing yacht Southern Wind SW105 Sorvind touched the water yesterday in Cape Town, South Africa.
Originating from the solid collaboration between Sout… Read More
2022-03-04 08:05
It’s finally showtime at the 42nd St. Maarten Heineken Regatta with a stellar opening act for the first day of racing. All classes went on one long race course today — split… Read More
2022-03-03 09:20
CAOZ 14 (previously named Selene and Parsifal IV) is a 56m Perini Navi sailing yacht launched in 2007. Following on from their win in the Be… Read More
2022-03-02 12:34
Oyster Yachts will be launching its much-anticipated Oyster 495 at a series of events around the world, starting in St Katherine Docks, London in April 2022.
The World Premiere will visit… Read More
2022-03-02 07:06
The owners of the world cruising ketch Aquarius (56m / 186ft, Royal Huisman, 2018) decided to create a new 65m / 212ft ‘big sister’, Aquarius II. The team comprises owners&r&hell…Read More
2022-03-01 17:00
Arriving for Spring 2022, the new Zhik CST500 performance coastal range integrates a variety of weight-saving, ergonomic and comfort improving features. Comprising of a highly breathable jac… Read More
2022-03-01 16:41
By Joshua Bremmerer, CEO at Komodo CoversSince sailboats are perpetually in a tug of war, rigging fatigue is inevitable. While it is a bit easier for sailors to estimate the life of syntheti… Read More
2022-03-01 08:45
Sailing Nandji Ep 260. Food shopping is very different in remote Indonesia than in the western world… How do we get our food???
In this episode, we take you for a ride along as we… Read More
2022-02-28 09:02
In Emirates Team New Zealand’s 30 year history they have designed and built over 20 different race boats but it will come as no surprise that not one of them involved any amount of R&a&hell…Read More
2022-02-24 15:00
Gilles Martin-Raget is one of the best photographers in the world. Take a look to those pictures from his Instagram profile to understand why… And discover more on his website
Gill… Read More
2022-02-24 09:43
France is undoubtedly one of the homelands of sailing. Monohull or multihull, every year the French shipyards present models that are successful all over the world. This is why we decided to… Read More
2022-02-24 00:47
Dmitry Rybolovlev’s ClubSwan 125 Skorpios (MON), skippered by Fernando Echavarri, crossed the finish line in Antigua to take Monohull Line Honours at 03:59:51 on Wednesday 23rd Februar… Read More
2022-02-23 11:08
The new Lagoon 51 is ready for the World Premiere at 2022 International Multihull Show (La Grand Motte, France, April 20th 2022).
“We designed the Lagoon 51 as a perfect synthe… Read More
2022-02-22 14:28
Sailing Nandji Ep 259. Is sailing with a Baby really that hard??? We wouldn’t want it any other way!
In this episode, we are sailing north through the West Sumatran Islands of Indo… Read More
2022-02-22 08:51
Six years after the first Oceanis Yacht 62, and two years after the second model in the range, the Oceanis Yacht 54, the new Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 60, designed by Roberto Biscontini –… Read More
2022-02-19 09:37
Some childhood dreams can become realities, others remain just that- dreams. For a 10-year-old boy growing up in Bendigo Australia, his childhood dream was to go faster than anyone else had… Read More
2022-02-17 14:47
The sleek carbon hull of the new Wally101 supersailer was lifted out of its female mould. She is the fourth Wally for an experienced owner and inspired by the Wallycento box rule.
It is r… Read More
2022-02-15 15:29
Argentine sailor Yago Lange has made history by becoming the first person in history to foil in front of the Perito Moreno Glacier. Located within the Los Glaciares National Park in Argentin… Read More
2022-02-15 11:56
Since the end of the conclusion of the last edition, the SAEM Vendée has been observing a huge amount of interest from skippers and their sponsors, who are already keen to be at… Read More
2022-02-14 16:49
Sailing is a difficult sport to follow at the best of times. Different organising authorities, time zones and most obviously sailings different formats – offshore, inshore, yacht racin… Read More
2022-02-14 05:21
Your first boat is a huge investment and commitment, but it can be the most rewarding purchase you make. If you are ready to make sailing your life’s passion or are just looking for an… Read More
2022-02-11 13:23
An Honest update on life. All things Marley, Life plans, Sailing and the future… In Sailing Nandji Ep 258, things are a little different. We have had many questions about what is happ… Read More
2022-02-11 07:43
The St. Maarten Heineken Regatta is ready to welcome back another expansive and international fleet to race the waters surrounding the island for the 42nd edition, hosted March 3-6, 2022. Fr… Read More
2022-02-10 15:33
It has been nearly 30 years since ordinary sailors have been able to race around the world. Now, many of the 24 entrants in the 2023 Ocean Globe Race are looking for amateur crews. Opportuni… Read More
2022-02-09 11:32
IOC-UNESCO and The Ocean Race are joining forces to help increase understanding of the ocean and inspire action to protect it.
The partnership hopes to contribute to global ocean action… Read More
2022-02-08 17:05
Credits Billy Black
Designed to appeal to couples and families who wish to answer the siren call of true offshore sailing, the Hylas H48 made the World debut at the 2019 Newport Internati… Read More
2022-02-07 13:40
Kayleen and Tyler are a seriously adventurous couple on a mission: they bought a 1981 42′ Tartan sailboat and they’re living on this sailboat while also refitting it for a multi… Read More
2022-02-07 08:50
Off season BLISS. Sailing, Surfing and Exploring the far out corners of the Mentawai Islands. This is the Dream. In Sailing Nandji Ep 257, we are deep in the Mentawai islands living out our… Read More
2022-02-04 11:54
The new flagship Privilège Signature 650 replaces the Serie 640. Franck Darnet and Marc Lombard are the design duo that worked closely together to combine design, sailing performance… Read More
2022-02-04 08:31
Image courtesy Oceanvolt www.oceanvolt.com
Written by Joshua Bremmerer, CEO at Komodo CoversWhile some sailboats can seemingly last for eternity with consistent maintenance… Read More
2022-02-04 06:15
The new J/Boats J/45 is a true bluewater sailing yacht, designed and built for the sea by life-long sailors. The J/Boats and J/Composites teams have collaborated to create a special design f… Read More
2022-02-03 13:50
For its 15th season, the 44Cup will see ten teams on the start line for the first event of 2022 in Lanzarote, hosted by Calero Marinas in Puerto Calero over the 9 – 13 February.Alongsi… Read More
2022-02-03 08:24
Sunreef Yachts is one of the world’s most popular designers and manufacturers of luxury sailing (and power) multihulls. The driving force behind the Sunreef Yachts shipyard is Francis… Read More
2022-02-02 09:09
In Sailing Nandji Ep 256, we continue our exploration deep into the Southern Mentawai Islands. With our crew member Max from the Youtube channel Max & Occy onboard, the froth levels are… Read More
2022-02-02 06:51
The bluewater sailing configuration of the Excess 15 consists of twin Deep Blue 50 kW electric saildrives in cooperation with ZF, two Deep Blue high-capacity lithium-ion BMW i3 batteries, an… Read More
2022-02-01 06:36
Five young people go on a sailing trip together — nothing unusual in that. What makes this adventure special is that all the participants have autism. It’s a shared experience ai… Read More
2022-01-31 13:02
The new Sunreef 43M Eco is a fully customizable 43m multihull and offers a modern emission-free cruising experience. Green tech and high-performance sails provide the Sunreef 43M E… Read More
2022-01-31 10:42
The Aeolos Performance 30“ (Aeolos P30) is optimized for single and double hand sailing and works in a wide range of offshore conditions up to category A. This boat is not only a fast… Read More
2022-01-29 09:14
The HH Catamarans OC44 is closely related to the HH44, but designed with more of a cruising spirit at heart. What differs is a boat that features high-performance skegs instead of 5-meter pr… Read More
2022-01-28 08:06
The 2022 RORC Transatlantic Race was organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with the International Maxi Association (IMA) and the Yacht Club de France.
The 8th edition of… Read More
2022-01-27 14:01
South African Kirsten Neuschäfer, the only woman in the Golden Globe Race, recently completed her GGR refit in Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Canada, and is about to arrive home in… Read More
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