RYA Yachtmaster of the Year Announced RYA Yachtmaster of the Year Announced Tom Stierle presented with award by Mike Golding at Southampton International Boat Show The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has announced Tom Stierle as the recipient of the RYA Yachtmaster of the Year 2025 award, recognising his outstanding sailing skill, knowledge and seamanship. by RYA Press Office Posted 19 Sep 16:00 UTC Wood, Water and Wild Places Wood, Water and Wild Places The wooden boat adventures for all Four leading UK wooden-boat adventure providers to take part in a special panel at Southampton Boat Show on the Wooden Boat Stage — 1500 - 20th September. by Belinda Joslin Posted 18 Sep 10:01 UTC RYA refreshed Together on Water strategy RYA refreshed Together on Water strategy Ambitious vision to double participation and connect more people to the water The RYA and British Sailing have today unveiled the refreshed Together on Water strategy, setting out an ambitious ten-year vision to connect more people than ever before with the water and the benefits it brings. by RYA Press Office Posted 17 Sep 15:51 UTC Whale migration season: What sailors should know Whale migration season: What sailors should know Vessel strikes are one of the leading causes of death for large whales worldwide With Pacific gray whales moving south from November to January, and humpbacks heading south from late autumn through December toward Hawaii, Mexico and Central America, it's peak season for whale encounters at sea. by Jodi Lynn Karpes Posted 17 Sep 10:49 UTC Experience a voyage of discovery with Sunsail Experience a voyage of discovery with Sunsail Explore the Med by boat with Sunsail's expert guidance When you book a sailing holiday, the view changes every day. Exploring an area by yacht changes your perspective, gives you freedom to explore, flexibility to choose your route and a sense of discovery. by Sarah Heron Posted 17 Sep 08:00 UTC Launching the first southern hemisphere X40E Launching the first southern hemisphere X40E Fitted with a powerful Oceanvolt motor that regenerates power once it hits 6 knots The second X-Yachts X40E ever launched was splashed at ORAM's boatyard, Auckland NZ in August this year. The Auckland based owner is an avid sailor and ORAM's were contracted to commission the yacht following her being shipped from Denmark. by X-Yachts New Zealand Posted 17 Sep 06:42 UTC Bluewater contemporary classic Ouzel Bluewater contemporary classic Ouzel 95' masterclass in New England boatbuilding The multi-year commitment of a team spanning the North Atlantic has created the unique Ouzel, a 95ft superyacht, sailing this summer under the command of her delighted owner. by MCM Posted 16 Sep 14:54 UTC Revealing the new Aquarius Revealing the new Aquarius What it takes to improve on "nearly perfect" With extensive photography, video, and background material, Royal Huisman now shares Project 408, the new 65m / 212ft Aquarius. by Royal Huisman Posted 15 Sep 15:46 UTC How to care for your Henri-Lloyd kit How to care for your Henri-Lloyd kit New twin packs clean and reproof in one wash cycle Wondering how to keep your favourite sailing jackets and technical outerwear performing for longer? Our new twin packs clean and reproof in one wash cycle. For targeted touch-ups, use the Proofer Spray. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 15 Sep 15:30 UTC Wayfarer International Rally at Loch Lomond Wayfarer International Rally at Loch Lomond This remarkable cruising event has run for 35 years around the world For 2026, it was the turn of the UK to host the Wayfarer Class International Rally. This remarkable cruising event has run for 35 years, and the International Wayfarer Class Associations take turns to host. by Graham Williamson Posted 15 Sep 11:08 UTC New DRAGONFLY 33: The Evolution of an Icon New DRAGONFLY 33: The Evolution of an Icon The next step in the evolution of the performance cruising range After almost 60 years of designing and building world-class trimarans, we are proud to introduce the all-new DRAGONFLY 33. by Dragonfly Trimarans Posted 15 Sep 05:21 UTC Need a reason to join the 2026 Chesapeake Bay GAM? Need a reason to join the 2026 Chesapeake Bay GAM? Hear from keynote speaker: Melanie Neale The Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA) is pleased to announce that acclaimed author, yacht broker, and lifelong cruiser Melanie Sunshine Neale will serve as keynote speaker for the 2026 Chesapeake Gam at the Maryland Yacht Club in Pasadena MD. by Seven Seas Cruising Association Posted 12 Sep 16:11 UTC Wooden Boat Stage at the Southampton Boat Show Wooden Boat Stage at the Southampton Boat Show Putting young people at the heart of the UK's traditional boatbuilding future The Wooden Boat Stage returns to the Southampton International Boat Show with a larger presence and a clear mission: to inspire the next generation of boatbuilders & demonstrate that traditional wooden boatbuilding offers a rewarding and creative career. by Debbie Glanville Posted 12 Sep 10:03 UTC World ARC 2026-27 part 2 is underway! World ARC 2026-27 part 2 is underway! Departing Australia and setting off across Indian Ocean to experience cultures around the world The World ARC 2026-27 fleet departed Darwin, Australia on 8 September to begin the first leg of the second half of their epic circumnavigation of the globe. by World Cruising Club Posted 11 Sep 18:27 UTC Join Ancasta for the final weekend Join Ancasta for the final weekend At the Cannes Yachting Festival It's the final weekend of the Cannes Yachting Festival – one of the highlights of the international boating calendar – bringing together an exceptional collection of yachts set against the stunning backdrop of the French Riviera. by Ancasta Posted 11 Sep 15:00 UTC The SKAW [A]: a new take on fast cruising The SKAW [A]: a new take on fast cruising The first foiling scow conceived for the cruising market At the start of September, Lorient-based start-up SKAW Sailing, led by Benoît Marie and Caroline Boule, launched its first yacht: the SKAW [A], a radical new cruising yacht that brings offshore racing know-how into the world of performance cruising. by Agence TB Press Posted 10 Sep 19:36 UTC Oyster Yachts introduces its first catamaran Oyster Yachts introduces its first catamaran Unveiling the Oyster C60 at Cannes Yachting Festival Oyster Yachts, the British builder of the world's finest bluewater sailing yachts, has unveiled the Oyster C60, its first sailing catamaran, at the Cannes Yachting Festival. by Oyster Yachts Posted 10 Sep 10:19 UTC Aquila launches 45 Sail Aquila launches 45 Sail The second model in the Aquila Catamarans sailing range Aquila Catamarans has launched the second model in its sailing range with the Aquila 45, which debuted at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026. by Aquila Catamarans Posted 9 Sep 15:39 UTC Buying a Fountaine Pajot in France Buying a Fountaine Pajot in France Nick shares what inspired their journey and why they choose Fountaine Pajot Buying a new yacht is about far more than choosing the right model. It's a journey that begins with a dream, grows through months of research and planning, and culminates in the excitement of preparing for life on the water. by The Yacht Sales Co. Posted 8 Sep 21:04 UTC Ancasta Group acquires Penguin Engineering Ancasta Group acquires Penguin Engineering To strengthen refit, repair and aftersales capability Ancasta Group has announced the acquisition of Hayling Island-based Penguin Engineering, further strengthening its growing portfolio of specialist marine businesses and expanding its refit, repair and aftersales capabilities. by Ancasta Group Posted 7 Sep 11:21 UTC