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Written by: Simon de Burton With the 37th America’s Cup a mere two years away, a small number of the world’s billionaires are busily pouring vast quantities of cash into building the AC75 monohull racing yachts that will skim across…
Even though this article by Katy Stickland in Yacting World is based on figures and statistics from the UK, it is still all very relevant for any other country around the World. The scale of boat dumping around the UK…
An article from Yachting World back on 2014, but still relevant to any skipper today. In this one, Skip goes through how to formulate a bail-out plan, how to weigh anchor and break the anchor out. www.yachtingworld.com/storm-sailing-techniques
The team at Performance Cruising Yachts is proud to announce that they have been appointedthe exclusive Australian and New Zealand dealer for ICE Yachts.A premium brand, Ice Yachts is based in Salvirola, near Milan, producing outstanding customcruiser/racer yachts from 52…
For the first time, Sydney will be able to see the new Axopar 22 range. Europe’s fastest-growing boat company have come up with a 22-footer that offers all the benefits of Axopar, in a sleek, trailerable vessel. Superior to many…
Australian Sailing is aware of the recent incident involving the FarrX2 “Nexba” when the yacht capsized off Wollongong on the NSW South Coast. We would like to thank the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre, NSW Water Police, the Master and Crew…
Multihull Solutions has added the new Cora Cat 48 to its range after being announced as the shipyard’s exclusive Asia Pacific distributor. The feature-packed family power catamaran is built by the prestigious PMG shipyard who have been building a number…
The Boating Industry Association Apprentice of the Year Award nominations are closing soon. The Apprentice of the Year Awards are designed to recognise both the outstanding contribution that apprentices provide to the marine industry and the importance of developing a…
Having sold more than 2,000 of its inflatable sailing dinghies worldwide, Tiwal is now launchingthe Tiwal 3R, its new sport dinghy. This is a technical and compact boat for serious sailors. And itcan be taken anywhere, in the back of…
Multihull Central today announced the new Corsair 880 is on its way to Australia to be showcased at the upcoming Sydney International Boat Show. The Corsair 880 has revolutionised traditional trimaran designs and offers a new way for performance sailors…
The first yacht of the brand-new ClubSwan 80 range was launched in La Spezia yesterday (23rd of June) . The 80-foot ClubSwan yacht highlights Nautor’s Swan’s ability to offer a range of yachts that are based on values of style,…
Our friends at Multihull Solutions in Mooloolaba are gearing up for a huge Sydney International Boat Show at the end of July and encourage you to book your appointments to view their extensive range on display before all spots are…
The judges of the Boat International Design and Innovation Awards 2022 declared the Swan 120 – Audrey the First – winner of the best interior design for the Sailing Yachts category.The Swan 120 brings together the skills and craftsmanship of…
The Bureau of Meteorology has announced an end to the 2021-22 La Niña in the tropical Pacific, with the status changed to La Nina WATCH. Whilst the 2021-22 La Niña has ended, there is around a 50 per cent chance…
A Russian-owned superyacht seized by the United States is now in Honolulu Harbour flying an American flag. The US earlier this month won a legal battle in Fiji to take the $450 million vessel and immediately sailed it to Hawaii….
An amendment to the Special Regulations now allows HMPE ropes (such as Dyneema) to be used as lifelines in category 4 to 7 monohulls and all categories for multihulls. This presents new challenges for Equipment Auditors. Category 4 – 7…
Elans new flagship, the E6 performance cruiser has won the prestigious designaward in the category for Sailing Yachts at the 11th International Yacht & AviationAwards 2022. This award ceremony last week was hosted by interior and aviationdesign magazines Design et…
An offshore supply ship operating as an emergency vessel reportedly suffered a mechanical failure while maneuvering to depart causing it to reverse into a luxury sailing yacht moored in the marina. The sailing ship, which was among the 1,000 largest…
UK: Two people are missing after a boat capsized while sailing on a Devon lake. Devon and Cornwall Police said officers were called to Roadford Lake near Okehampton at 13:30 BST. Two people have been safely rescued from the water…
Industry professional Petrea McCarthy spotlights the knowledge and highlights the pitfalls to look out for before ordering your dream boat. Working on a variety of current-model production yachts has shown me aspects of them that few people get to see….
The 2022 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show kept the Multihull Solutions team busy with very strong interest over the event despite the challenging weather. The company staged the premiere of the Neel 43 trimaran, which was showcased alongside Fountaine Pajot’s…
Introducing the ILCA Wear Protectors, a product designed to stop the damage which can be caused by the mainsheet traveller blocks, ensuring your boat stays protected. Anyone who sails an ILCA will know that having your traveller line as tight as possible…
Whether you’re a seasoned boating enthusiast or a shore-bound spectator, there’s plenty to whet your appetite for aquatic adventure as the much-loved 53rd Sydney International Boat Show returns for 2022. Tickets are now on sale for the five-day celebration of…
Between the Australian Superyacht, Marine Export and Commercial Marine (ASMEX) Conference and Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), Rivergate Marina & Shipyard and Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) hosted their annual VIP Dinner, gathering guests drawn from the superyacht…
Marine technology company savvy navvy has teamed up with Meteomatics, the global leader in weather intelligence, giving users of the all-in-one boating app smarter weather solutions adapted to their location. The latest feature from UK-based savvy navvy, often referred to…
Navigating the 251 boats on the marina at the 33rd Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) (May 19-22) at Hope Island, Queensland was, to be frank, overwhelming. Where do you start when there are almost too many options among 337…
The Boat Works won two awards at the 2022 Australian Marine Industry Awards held on Wednesday 18 May at Southport Yacht Club. The Boat Works is the largest shipyard and marina facility in the Southern Hemisphere. Against strong competition, The…
The 33rd annual Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) has upped the ante again, cruising into another successful year with outstanding attendance contributing to climatic sales and an exuberant atmosphere. Across four action-packed days, SCIBS welcomed 43,852 boating enthusiasts to…
The 2022 Australian Marine Industry Awards were held on Wednesday, recognising and awarding outstanding achievers across the three industry sectors, held at a Gala Dinner at Southport Yacht Club. Commencing with pre-dinner drinks and canapes sponsored by Benetti Yachts on…
After a lengthy tendering process, future construction of the Infiniti 52 racing yachts outside of the USA is to be undertaken by Persico Marine. The all-carbon fibre Infiniti 52 is the latest model in the Hugh Welbourn-designed Infiniti range that…
From racy runabouts to luxury liners, the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) shores up its status as the hottest ticket in town when the 33rd annual event anchors at Sanctuary Cove on the Gold Coast from 19 to 22…
From Volunteer Marine Rescue Southport’s Facebook page: VMR Southport and the Gold Coast Water Police were last night involved in a massive operation to assist a distressed vessel and crew. At approximately 1640 on Wednesday VMR Southport were advised of…
The Boat Works is set to welcome a new ship lift, the Italian-built BL90 Telescopic Boat Lift, the first of its kind in Australia. The BL90 represents the latest in boat lift ingenuity with several unique features allowing for versatile…
Archaeologists in Tallinn, Estonia have discovered the wreck of a wooden vessel dating back to about 1300 AD, putting it within the timeframe of the famed Hanseatic League. The 80-foot wreck was found during excavation at a construction site near…
Quantum Annapolis’ David Flynn pulls from his extensive racing and cruising knowledge and recent race aboard the Carkeek 40 Meridian XI to discuss reaching trim. He lays out tips based on the different kinds of sails you might fly while reaching…
The 2022 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) will roll out the red carpet for the greatest show afloat with a stellar line up of more than 600 boats on display from 19 – 22 May 2022 at Sanctuary Cove…
Gear up at the 2022 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) with all the latest marine innovations, gadgets and technology to make your time on the water a breeze. SCIBS is back from 19 – 22 May 2022 and overflowing…
Margate Marina’s improved deep-water access to fuel and pump-out dock is now completed. Located just south of Hobart, Margate Marina has a spectacular setting on edge of the famed cruising waters of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. Following the release of the…
The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX), Superyacht Australia and the Australian Commercial Marine Group are proud to announce the 11th annual Australian Marine Industry Awards finalists. Eight award categories across the marine export, superyacht and commercial sectors will recognise…
The Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS) sets sail for a celebration of all things aquatic when it returns from 28 July to 1 August 2022 to the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney and Cockle Bay at the iconic Darling Harbour….
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