Long Beach, CA, July 11, 2025 – Over 200 elite athletes from 42 nations (including Australia, with sailors in the Kite and both ILCA fleets) have converged on Long Beach to test their skills on the same waters that will…
Posted by ICARUS Sports 11 July 2025Behind the first wave of finishers yesterday morning, yesterday and last night’s steadier breezes helped sweep in another wave of Monohull and Multihull finishers to the race finish at Cape Sounion. Based on their…
The iQFOiL World Championships have drawn to a close in Aarhus, Denmark, following a week of light and unpredictable wind that tested both race officials and athletes to the limit. For Australian windsurfer Grae Morris, it was a tough event,…
This time of year always brings fresh energy to the market, and right now we have limited opportunities remaining for the upcoming summer season. From the newly launched Axopar 29 range to our selection of in-demand Pardo models, this edition…
The Boating Industry Association Ltd have announced a significant funding agreement with the Queensland Government to deliver a major boost to the Marine Jobs program across the Sunshine State. BIA CEO Andrew Fielding said this milestone funding agreement would enable…
By Andrew York “What’s 40 to 50 years amongst friends?” Trevor Martin Last month 93 Laser sailors from across the country gathered at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club for what became a truly unforgettable reunion. Sailors from every state,…
An App for Marine Industry Professionals from Seldén Seldén Pro is a new App to keep you connected with updates on Seldén products, vital for your daily work. Aimed purely at professionals, all posts are to the point and brief….
COWES, 10 July 2025: Could two new JPK 1050s upset the apple cart in IRC Two? Jean-Pierre Kelbert (whose initials constitute the brand name of his successful line of boats) has a habit of breaking the mould in IRC racing, and…
Record-Breaking 29er European Championship Closes in Style at Lake Garda More than 250 teams, 29 nations, six days of varied racing, and a fleet of young athletes pushing high-performance sailing to the next level. The 2025 29er European Championship, hosted by Fraglia Vela Riva, has officially…
In the 2025 Admiral’s Cup, AC2 features smaller boats than their AC1 team mates but the challenge is every bit as tough, if not tougher. This is where elite skill meets raw offshore endurance. The sailors are world-class: seasoned professionals…
The 2025 Admiral’s Cup is shaping up to be one of the most compelling editions in the event’s storied history, featuring a glittering constellation of the sport’s elite. The depth and quality of talent is truly breathtaking – a roll…
I was recently invited to meet Nick Ogden, the Chairman of the Performance Marine Group (PMG), which includes Performance Sailcraft Australia (PSA), up at their new facility in Morriset on the Central Coast. A lot of rumours circulated last year when the PSA facility…
The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) is proud to be competing in the upcoming Admiral’s Cup. Revived for 2025 after a 22-year hiatus, this regatta brings together leading yacht clubs from around the world in a multi-race format. Teams…
Whether you are sailing the largest boats in the fleet, such as 60 footers Awen and Samurai, or the smallest, like Guilty Pleasures X and Peow Peow, at 6.50 metres each, all competitors will have equal amount of racing and…
The GWA Youth Wingfoil World Championships came to a close in Costa Brava, Spain, after 7 days of full wingfoiling action, where 10 new World Champions were crowned in U19, U16 and U14 categories in both Surf-Freestyle and FreeFly-Slalom disciplines. Read the full article here. Interested in…
Aarhus, Denmark is serving up everything but predictability as the iQFOiL World Championships get underway, and Australian Olympic silver medallist Grae Morris is ready to assert his place at the top of the new Olympic cycle. Morris, who took silver…
10 July 2025 – Lavrion, GRE – As the fastest teams crossed the finish line today at Cape Sounion and made their way to the harbor at Olympic Marine, there were exhausted smiles all around. After nearly 4 days of battle at sea in…
6 July 2025 – Lavrion, GRE – At the very southern tip of the Greek mainland, near Cape Sounion in Attica, the start of the 5th edition of the AEGEAN 600 unfolded in perfect fashion: cloudless blue skies, crystal-clear waters, and a steady 12–15 knots of northerly wind to propel…
Largest boats with the longest waterlines already burning up the miles to Hawaii. The 20 biggest, fastest boats racing in the 2025 Transpac began their offshore sprint from Los Angeles, California, to Honolulu, Hawaii, today. Ranging in length from 51…
Some people drift into sailing. Rachel Mcguigan charged in—eyes up, hands on, no time to waste. When she first spoke to Leo Cantwell, skipper of Aileron, he asked her straight: “What do you want to learn?” Her answer was clear…
Seventeen boats begin the 2,225-mile Pacific Crossing in light air conditions in Transpac’s second start The chase is on in the 53rd edition of the 2025 Transpacific Yacht Race, with 17 boats in three divisions departing Los Angeles today on…
Cowes, Isle of Wight, England — It was rush hour in Cowes on Day 15 of the west-to-east Transatlantic Race 2025, as boats crossed the finish line in Cowes within minutes of each other after an epic 3,000-mile battle for…
Sixteen boats hit the line for the first start of three in the 2025 Transpac. Next stop: Hawaii. The 16 boats that crossed the starting line today in the 2025 Transpac are up against the challenge of a lifetime. As…
COWES, UK: 27 June 2025: One month remains until the 26 July start of the Rolex Fastnet Race, this year celebrating both its centenary as well as that of the club it spawned: the Royal Ocean Racing Club. At present 469…
The Yacht Sales Co. are thrilled to announce the imminent arrival of the spectacular Dufour 48 into Australia – available from September for immediate delivery. Crafted by Umberto Felci of Felci Yachts Design, this exceptional performance cruiser blends bold innovation with timeless Dufour…
Fountaine Pajot has redefined sustainable cruising with the launch of its innovative ODSea+ hybrid electric system across its sailing catamaran range. ODSea+ combines cutting-edge hybrid propulsion with renewable energy production to offer an environmentally responsible cruising experience without compromising comfort, autonomy…
The Queensland Cruising Yacht Club (QCYC) will host the 50th Vintage Yacht Regatta from 18 to 20 July 2025 at Shorncliffe, celebrating five decades of timber yachts, traditional seamanship and spirited racing on Moreton Bay. Affectionately known as The Gaffers,…
Sailing with Purpose from Shaw to Smith Islands, Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef This August, the Ocean Crusaders invite you to be part of an extraordinary journey—the 2025 Clean-Up Flotilla, proudly sponsored by Pelli Bags. Running from August 24th to 31st,…
Island Cruising are excited to announced the start of the Pacific Rally 2025. On Sunday 27 April 2025, the first group of Australian rally participants set off from Southport to Nouméa, New Caledonia. The passage is around 800 nautical miles…
10am-2pm – Saturday, 5th April The Award Winning 45 foot Seawind 1370 will be at the Seawind Display Day on Saturday the 5th of April at Multihull Central in Annandale, alongside the new 39 foot Seawind 1170, showcasing the new modern design styles from the Australian…
The Sirena 60 is a yacht designed for those who refuse to compromise between performance, efficiency, and luxurious comfort. Whether you’re embarking on an extended voyage across open waters or indulging in a spontaneous weekend getaway, this 60ft motor yacht…
Exclusive look with Joe Fox The Lagoon 38 catamaran is set to launch in 2025, marking an exciting new chapter for Lagoon. As a successor to the legendary Lagoon 380, one of the most successful catamarans ever made, the new Lagoon…
ATL Composites, manufacturer of WEST SYSTEM® epoxy products in New Zealand and Australia, under licence to Gougeon Brothers Inc, USA, since 1977, is very happy to announce that WEST SYSTEM Six10 Epoxy Cartridge Packs are now available again to the…
A Celebration of Safer, Smarter and Greener Boating Coral Sea Marina is thrilled to announce a new family-friendly and educational community event, the Better Boating Expo, which is set to take place on Friday, 11th July from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Coral Sea…
Zhik and Australian Sailing are proud to celebrate over a decade of partnership, one built on innovation, elite performance and podium success. Since 2013, the collaboration has helped deliver four Olympic gold medals and four silver medals across three Games,…
Officially launched in May, the latest addition to the Noosa Ferry fleet is the boutique, hybrid-powered catamaran named HV Stillwater. Designed by esteemed power cat specialist, Roger Hill and built by Julian Griffiths and his skilled team at Noosa Marine,…
The Australian marine industry united in celebration and purpose at the 2025 Australian Marine Industry Awards, not only recognising excellence across the sector but also unveiling a new initiative designed to foster the future of the industry – the Superyacht…
Introducing the Essential Tool for Secure Anchoring Global leader in marine weather forecasting, PredictWind, has announced the launch of its new standalone Anchor Alert app. Designed to provide boaters with ultimate peace of mind, this app delivers immediate, real-time alerts if their…
The Marina Industries Association (MIA) is excited to announce that registrations for the Marinas26 International Conference and Trade Exhibition (Marinas26) are now open! Taking place on May 25th and 26th, 2026, at the Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast,…
The Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) today launched the 2025 BIA Apprentice of the Year Awards, aimed at recognising the exceptional contributions of apprentices in the marine industry and highlighting the importance of training and career development within the sector. …
The latest episode of SailGP’s, can’t-miss docuseries Racing on the Edge has dropped, and this time, the spotlight is on Switzerland. The episode goes behind the scenes of driver Sébastien Schneiter’s off-season decision to completely refresh his crew line-up and…
The GWA returned to the iconic location of Tarifa this July for the sixth consecutive year, delivering four days of thrilling Surf-Freestyle action. A total of 17 women and 28 men registered for this second Surf-Freestyle stop of the 2025…
The Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club (RFBYC) is proud to announce that the 2025 International Classes Regatta (ICR)—the Club’s premier annual dinghy event—will take place on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 November 2025. Now in its 36th year, the ICR…
A bigger and better breeze welcomed the racing fleet on the second day of the Superyacht Cup Palma 2025, resulting in full-tilt sailing around the 23nm five-leg racecourse. With her opening day technical problem resolved the magnificent Hoek Truly Classic…
The Superyacht Cup Palma 2025 swung into action today, with captains and crews across the varied and inspiring fleet seizing the opportunity to take the measure of the competition out on the racecourse. The opening day’s Pantaenius Race got underway…
Pieter-Jan Postma, from The Netherlands, has won his second Finn World Masters title as the 2025 Finn World Masters drew to a close in Medemblik on Friday, after having won the title on Thursday with a day to spare. Laurent…
The penultimate day of the Finn World Masters in Medemblik threw a curveball at the fleet with very light and tricky winds, some high scores, complex racing, protests and unfinished races. It was a long, busy and hot day in…
Pieter-Jan Postma, from The Netherlands, is leading the fleet of 307 Finns from 27 countries after everyone sailed two more races at the 2025 Finn World Masters in Medemblik. France’s Laurent Hay is second with Germany’s Fabian Lemmel in third. The…
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