Atlantic Crossing Preparation Checklist Atlantic Crossing Preparation Checklist Viking Explorers Rally stands on 15 years of experience With over 15 years of experience in offshore sailing and Atlantic crossing preparation, Oliver Heinrichs, Managing Director of the Viking Explorers Rally, shares the key principles every crew should consider before heading west across the Atlantic. by Viking Explorers Rally Posted 4 Jun 15:22 UTC ARC Europe boats arrive in the Azores ARC Europe boats arrive in the Azores Making landfall in Faial after a 'challenging' 1800NM voyage The first ARC Europe boats have started to arrive in Faial, Azores, following their transatlantic voyage from Bermuda. by World Cruising Club Posted 4 Jun 13:42 UTC Henri-Lloyd to open new store at Portsmouth Henri-Lloyd to open new store at Portsmouth Doors open at Gunwharf Quays on 11th June Henri-Lloyd is expanding its UK retail presence with the opening of a new store at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, on Thursday 11th June. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 4 Jun 11:00 UTC Amel unveils the Amel 50.2 Amel unveils the Amel 50.2 World premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival Chantiers AMEL announces the launch of the AMEL 50.2, which will be presented in a world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival in Cannes. by AMEL Posted 3 Jun 14:01 UTC B&G Powers New Jon Buoy Smart Release System B&G Powers New Jon Buoy Smart Release System Life-saving breakthrough in partnership with Ocean Safety B&G has partnered with Ocean Safety to bring to market a breakthrough in man-overboard (MOB) response technology: the Jon Buoy Smart Release, the first ever Ocean Safety product to integrate directly with a vessel's navigation system. by B&G Posted 3 Jun 08:00 UTC Cruising author Bruce Van Sant passes away Cruising author Bruce Van Sant passes away Best known as the author of Passages South: The Thornless Path to Windward The Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA) joins the worldwide cruising community in mourning the passing of renowned sailor, author, mentor, and friend Bruce Van Sant. by Seven Seas Cruising Association Posted 2 Jun 18:01 UTC Should we really go to the Pacific? Should we really go to the Pacific? Embracing the rhythm of your own sailing dreams The allure of the South Pacific hangs like a tropical breeze in the dreams of many sailors. Visions of turquoise lagoons, swaying palms, and vibrant island cultures beckon, whispering promises of adventure. by Outremer Catamarans Posted 2 Jun 16:48 UTC Beyond the Horizon: The Race for 30x30 Beyond the Horizon: The Race for 30x30 Turning decades of marine research into a tool for global change In 2022, almost every country on Earth signed up to protect the ocean. The goal, known in conservation shorthand as 30x30, is to have 30% of the world's ocean meaningfully protected by 2030. by North Sails Posted 2 Jun 15:30 UTC ORC unveils the 52.2 ORC unveils the 52.2 Designed by naval architect Christophe Barreau with interiors by Darnet Design ORC, the fast catamaran brand of the Grand Large Yachting group, today reveals the ORC 52.2, the mature evolution of the cult ORC 50. by Grand Large Yachting Posted 2 Jun 14:01 UTC 'Beaulieu River at War' 'Beaulieu River at War' Historian Dan Snow opens Buckler's Hard's new exhibition The Buckler's Hard Shipyard Trust has officially opened its latest exhibition, Beaulieu River at War, with historian and broadcaster Dan Snow attending the launch. by Buckler's Hard Shipyard Trust Posted 2 Jun 06:29 UTC Solaris Cup 2026 returns to Porto Rotondo Solaris Cup 2026 returns to Porto Rotondo Nearly seventy boats will be on the startline Nearly seventy boats on the startline, around 700 sailors, and owners arriving from the United States and Brazil. These are the numbers behind the 12th edition of the Solaris Cup, returning to Porto Rotondo. by Solaris Yachts Posted 1 Jun 14:18 UTC Before You Leave the Marina Before You Leave the Marina Yacht Sailing Pre-Departure Checklist Get your boat ready the right way with this pre-departure checklist. From safety equipment and engine checks to onboard organisation, these simple steps can help prevent problems at sea. by James Eaves Posted 31 May 14:25 UTC Freemantle Shorts and Falmouth Polo Freemantle Shorts and Falmouth Polo Henri-Lloyd's Perfect Pairing Whether you're on the water, at the marina or navigating everyday life, Henri-Lloyd's Freemantle shorts are the perfect addition to your summer essentials. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 30 May 11:00 UTC Atto 1.2t: Versatile, affordable load sensing Atto 1.2t: Versatile, affordable load sensing Wireless load sensors within reach for every sailor Originally developed for the 36th America's Cup, smartlink wireless load sensors from Cyclops have permeated every kind of sailing, from dinghy racing to weekend cruising. by Cyclops Marine Posted 29 May 17:30 UTC X-Yachts evolve and expand operational platform X-Yachts evolve and expand operational platform Consilidating boatbuilding processes in Poland while Haderslev remains central to the business At X-Yachts, the production facilities in Poland have been part of X-Yachts for 15 years and remain an important element in how we work with capacity, quality assurance and scalability. by X-Yachts Posted 28 May 13:30 UTC New members join the Baltic family New members join the Baltic family Baltic 78 Custom long-distance performance cruiser Baltic Yachts is delighted to welcome new members to the Baltic family, whose 78ft (23.99m) custom blue water cruising sloop will soon join our fleet. by Baltic Yachts Posted 28 May 11:54 UTC Pantaenius joins ABC 2026 to support safe growth Pantaenius joins ABC 2026 to support safe growth Importance of risk management is becoming central to sustainable growth of region's marine economy The African Boating Conference is proud to welcome Pantaenius as an official sponsor for ABC 2026, taking place on 20-21 October at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. by African Boating Conference Posted 26 May 11:07 UTC Three circumnavigations and 250,000 nm Three circumnavigations and 250,000 nm Enrico Tettamanti's offshore experience with HP Watermakers The applications of HP Watermakers desalination systems are always interesting, but understanding the choices and motivations behind those installations is even more valuable in explaining why certain models are preferred over others. by HP Watermakers Posted 26 May 11:01 UTC RNLI's data shows Gen Z underestimate risk RNLI's data shows Gen Z underestimate risk We may see more incidents at the coast, so remember 'Float to Live' This week, the RNLI launched its Float to Live campaign and issued safety advice as new research reveals that Gen Z significantly underestimate risk at the coast. In 2024, there were 193 accidental drowning fatalities in the UK. by RNLI Posted 24 May 12:46 UTC Henri-Lloyd Archive Sale Henri-Lloyd Archive Sale New lines have landed, including best sellers from previous seasons and summer essentials New lines have just landed, including best sellers from previous seasons and summer essentials. Limited availability across selected styles. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 24 May 11:00 UTC