ETNZ take their first flight in the Bay of Naples
Emirates Team New Zealand completes first training session in Naples ahead of the 2027 America’s Cup.
#EmiratesTeamNZ #AmericasCup #sailing #BayofNaples #AC40
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Finn Masters head to Mar Menor for Euros
Finn fleet returns to Mar Menor for the 2026 European Masters Championships. Entry now open.
#InternationalFinnClass #FinnClass #MarMenor #EuropeanMasters
One year to the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup match in Naples
Emirates Team New Zealand trains in Naples ahead of the exciting Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta from 24-27 September.
#AmericasCup #LouisVuitton #SailingNews #EmiratesTeamNZ #Naples
29er Worlds Kiel – France takes the title
France claims victory at the 29er World Championship in a thrilling final day at Kiel.
@Int29erclass #29erWorldChampionship #international29er
Day 4 – Kiwis fly in the light stuff as the elimination battles heat up
On Day 4 of the 49er elimination series, Kiwis excelled in light conditions, showcasing tactical brilliance and solidifying their lead.
#BalticChampionship #Nacra17Sailing #49erSailing
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez – A benchmark for excellence
The 2026 Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez promises thrilling racing with over 250 yachts in stunning southern France, showcasing the best of yachting heritage.
@VoilesDeSaintTropezOfficiel #LesVoiles #SaintTropez
Alexia Barrier set to become the first woman to compete in the ULTIM division
Alexia Barrier breaks barriers as the first woman to helm an ULTIM trimaran in the 2026 Route du Rhum, setting a new standard in sailing history.
#AlexiaBarrier #routedurhum.officiel #ULTIM #route_du_rhum #WomenInSailing
Day 3: Light, shifty and technical — the Baltic changes the game
Eckernförde’s Day 3 saw lighter winds challenge sailors, highlighting patience and skill in the 49er class as Grummett & Hawes maintain their lead.
#BalticChampionship #Nacra17Sailing #49erSailing
Racing
All nations confirmed for the Team Racing World Championship 2026
All 12 nations confirmed for the 2026 Team Racing World Championship in Stockholm, showcasing the best in keelboat racing from August 12-16.
#worldsailingofficial #TeamRacing #SailingChampionship #Stockholm2026 #KeelboatRacing
Wingfoil World Cup debuts in Calabria, Italy
The Wingfoil World Cup kicks off in Calabria, showcasing top riders like Kamil Manowiecki and Francesco Cappuzzo in thrilling competition.
#WingfoilWorldCup #Calabria #Sailing #WingfoilRacing #Gizzeria
Australian Sailing announces team for 2026 Youth Sailing World Championships
Australian Sailing reveals the team for the 2026 Youth Sailing World Championships in Portugal, highlighting selected sailors and preparations.
#YouthSailing #AustralianSailing #SailingWorldChampionships #SailingTeam #Vilamoura
Day 2 – Early starts, long sails and a full day of racing in Eckernförde
Day 2 of the 2026 European Championship saw thrilling racing in Eckernförde, with strong performances from the 49er and Nacra 17 fleets.
#BalticChampionship #Nacra17Sailing #49erSailing
Hobart ready to welcome Australia’s best young team sailors
The Australian Secondary Schools Teams Racing Championships kicks off in Hobart this week, showcasing young sailing talent from across the nation.
#Sailing #Hobart #TeamRacing #YouthSailing #Australia
The Baltic turns it on in Eckernförde
Day 1 of the 2026 European Championship in Eckernförde showcased fierce competition with thrilling races across the Nacra 17 and 49er classes.
#BalticChampionship #Nacra17Sailing #49erSailing
29er Worlds – Qualification series concludes in challenging conditions
The 29er World Championship in Kiel sees Sweden take the lead after a challenging day of racing amid rain and unpredictable winds.
@Int29erclass #29erWorldChampionship #international29er
Australians aiming to build season momentum at European Championships
The Australian team is set to compete at the 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 European Championships in Eckernförde, Germany, aiming for podium finishes.
#aussailingteam #AustralianSailing #49er #Nacra17
Offshore
First finishers arrive at the Aegean 600
The AEGEAN 600 sees first finishers, with Claudio Demartis’s PROSECCO DOC SHOCKWAVE 3 taking the lead in a thrilling race against the Meltemi winds.
#AEGEAN600 #HellenicOffshoreRacingClub #yachtracing #Meltemi
Epic start to the 6th edition Aegean 600
The 6th AEGEAN 600 kicks off with a thrilling start as crews face strong Meltemi winds, promising an exhilarating race ahead.
#AEGEAN600 #HellenicOffshoreRacingClub #yachtracing #Meltemi
Round-the-World Sailing Races Explained – What’s the Difference?
From the solo sailors of the Vendée Globe to the amateur crews of the Clipper Race, there are now more round-the-world sailing events than ever before. While they all involve circumnavigating the globe, the races differ dramatically in terms of…
Bass Strait Cup launches as three iconic ocean races set sail
Discover the new Bass Strait Cup for sailors, uniting iconic races and celebrating ocean racing in Victoria.
@OceanRacingClub #orcv_racing #BassStraitCup
Sydney Hobart veteran to race south on board dream yacht
Sailing veteran Michael Spies returns to the Sydney Hobart aboard his new J/160, Maritimo 160, ready to chase his dream on Boxing Day.
#SydneyHobart #MichaelSpies #RolexSydneyHobart #CYCA
Expression of Interest open to join the 10th Melbourne Osaka Cup in 2030
Expressions of interest are now open for the challenging 10th Melbourne Osaka Cup race starting in March 2030, a must for adventurous sailors!
@Osakacup2018 #MelbourneOsakaCup #DoubleHandedRace
Wedgetail and Balancing Act crowned champions of inaugural Brisbane to Bundaberg Yacht Race
David Rose’s Wedgetail and Tony Craner’s Balancing Act emerge victorious in the inaugural Brisbane to Bundaberg Yacht Race, showcasing thrilling competition at sea.
#RoyalQueenslandYachtSquadron #BrisbaneToBundaberg
Loro Piana Giraglia 2026
The 2026 Loro Piana Giraglia concluded with thrilling performances in Genoa, showcasing international talent and unforgettable sailing stories.
#LoroPianaGiraglia #YachtClubItaliano
Cruising
Superyacht Australia and APSA announce strategic shift
Superyacht Australia and APSA unveil a new strategy to promote the Asia-Pacific as a premier superyacht cruising destination.
#SuperyachtAustralia #AsiaPacificSuperyachtAssociation #asia_pacific_superyacht_assoc #SuperyachtNews
Schionning Arrow on target using DuFLEX panel system
Meet Felix and Onika from WA as they craft their Schionning Arrow 1360 to explore Australia’s coastline and beyond, fueled by passion and dedication.
#ATLComposites #DuFLEX #BoatBuilding
A sailing legend‘s anniversary – 50 years Eye of the Wind
Discover the legendary tall ship Eye of the Wind, celebrating 50 years of sailing the world’s oceans and captivating maritime enthusiasts in Australia.
#eyeofthewind1911 #TallShips #SailingHistory #MaritimeAdventure
Help Lucy Fight Brain Cancer and Win a Luxury Whitsundays Charter
Support four-year-old Lucy Scarrott from Whitsunday as a local charter business raffles a luxury catamaran to raise $50K for her cancer treatment.
#WhitsundayEscape #CharityRaffle
ARC Europe sailors set sail from Sint Maarten to begin their Atlantic adventure
Sailors embark on the exciting ARC Europe 2026 from Sint Maarten, kicking off their transatlantic adventure with a fleet of 36 boats heading to Bermuda.
@WorldCruising #ARCEurope #arc_rally
The Island Cruising Pacific Rally sets sail
The Pacific Rally 2026 kicks off with nearly 190 vessels from New Zealand and Australia, embarking on an adventure across the South Pacific’s stunning cruising grounds.
#islandcruising.nz #PacificRally #SailingAustralia #CruisingCommunity #SailingAdventures #IslandCruising
Celebrations in Saint Lucia for the finish of World ARC 2025-26
The World ARC 2025-26 fleet celebrates their remarkable 26,000NM circumnavigation in Saint Lucia, marking a significant sailing achievement for all crews.
#worldcruising #WorldARC #SailingCommunity #SaintLucia
Meet the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey range
Discover the latest Jeanneau Sun Odyssey models 415 and 455 at the 2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, showcasing innovation and comfort in sailing.
@performanceboatingsales #Jeanneau #SailingNews #Cruising
Boats & Gear
The Gaffers return to Moreton Bay for the Vintage Yacht Regatta
Join the excitement at Queensland Cruising Yacht Club’s 51st Vintage Yacht Regatta from 17-19 July, featuring stunning classic vessels.
@QueenslandCruisingYachtClub #VintageYachtRegatta #QueenslandSailing
BYRA Youth Boat Building Project Gathers Momentum
The Bayview Yacht Racing Association’s Youth Boat Building Program continues to gather momentum, with nine new Northbridge Juniors now under construction and three more boats awaiting restoration.
@BYRAsailingClub #NorthbridgeJunior #BoatBuilding #Volunteer #CommunitySailing
The Boat Works – adding owner/crew accommodation and high-tech gym
Discover the latest enhancements at The Boat Works in Queensland, featuring new owner-crew accommodations and a state-of-the-art gym for boating enthusiasts.
@theboatworksgoldcoast #TheBoatWorks
Whitworths Tackers Boat Program recipients announced
Discover the 2026 Whitworths Tackers Boat Program recipients, expanding youth sailing opportunities across Australia and fostering community engagement in sailing.
#WhitworthsTackers #AustralianSailing #DiscoverSailing
BYRA Youth Timber Boat Building Programme
BYRA’s Youth Timber Boat Building programme, designed as a pathway for young non-sailors into the sport.
@BYRAsailingClub
DMG Mori Global One – The big IMOCA reveal in Lorient
Discover the unveiling of the innovative DMG MORI GLOBAL ONE in Lorient, showcasing a groundbreaking design set to revolutionize the IMOCA fleet for The Ocean Race.
#TheOceanRace #Sailing #IMOCA
Mini Tank underway with DuFLEX panel system
Discover the new 7.95m Mini Tank, a Roger Hill design built for the Whitsundays, perfect for shallow anchorage and easy trailering.
#ATLComposites #DuFLEX #Whitsundays
Record attendance at Marinas26
The Marinas26 International Conference on the Gold Coast showcased record attendance and innovation in the marina industry, focusing on future technologies and strategies.
#Marinas26 #MarinaIndustries
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Foiling Week 2026
The 13th edition of Foiling Week in Malcesine featured thrilling competitions and events, showcasing the latest in foiling technology and community spirit.
#FoilingWeek2026 #SailingInnovation #FoilingRaces #Malcesine
Foiling Week Malcesine 2026
Foiling Week 2026 in Malcesine showcases top sailors and innovations in foiling racing, continuing until July 5th. Join the excitement!
#FoilingWeek #Racing #fragliavela.malcesine
Silvaplana crowns Youth and Masters World Champions
The 2026 Youth and Masters WingFoil Racing World Championships concluded at Lake Silvaplana, crowning champions across multiple categories.
#Silvaplana #WingFoilRacing #WorldChampions
Martijn van Muyden is the new Finn European champion
Martijn van Muyden triumphs at the 2026 Finn European Championship in Gdynia, Poland, securing his first major title with thrilling racing.
#InternationalFinnClass #FinnClass
Castenskiold and Schlittenbauer crowned at the GWA Wingfoil World Cup Tarifa
Tarifa hosts GWA Wingfoil World Cup with thrilling performances from top athletes.
#wingfoilworldtour #Tarifa #GWAWorldCup
Flying start to the Superyacht Cup Palma Richard Mille as the Bay of Palma delivers once again
The Superyacht Cup Palma launches with thrilling races and a festive atmosphere, celebrating 30 years of sailing excellence in Mallorca.
#TheSuperyachtCup #Palma
Racing on the Edge highlights SailGP’s historic arrival in Brazil
Episode 3 of Racing on the Edge showcases the Mubadala Brazil SailGP Team during the Enel Rio Sail Grand Prix.
#SailGP ##BondsFlyingRoos #EnelRioSailGP
Engadinwing WingFoil Racing World Cup – Switzerland
The 2026 Ensis ENGADINWING WingFoil World Cup concluded at Lake Silvaplana, showcasing thrilling races and fierce competition among top sailors.
#WingFoilRacing #ENGADINWING #WingFoilChampionship
