The TF35 trophy kicks off this weekend in Nyon!
The 2026 TF35 Trophy season kicks off this weekend at the Grand Prix de Nyon, promising thrilling races on Lake Geneva from May 15-17! Follow the excitement!
#TF35Trophy #tf35class #LakeGeneva
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BIA elects Tracy Souris as first female president
Tracy Souris makes history as the first female president of the Boating Industry Association in Sydney, leading the charge for diversity in the marine sector.
@boatingindustryassociation #BoatingAustralia #BIA
Malcolm Page OAM to close Marinas26
Malcolm Page OAM will deliver the closing keynote at Marinas26 on Gold Coast, exploring the significance of boating as an iconic Australian pastime.
@MarinaIndustries #Marinas26 #MarinaIndustry
IMA Maxi Europeans – winners return
The IMA Maxi Europeans kicks off next week in Naples and Sorrento, Italy, featuring top international maxi yacht racing and exciting competition across classes.
#IMAMaxi #TreGolfiSailingWeek
A tough day in Quiberon
Day three of the 49er, 49erFX, and Nacra 17 World Championship in Quiberon, France showcased extreme conditions demanding innovative sailing techniques.
#49ersailing #AustralianSailing
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
Australia returns to the historic America’s Cup after 26 years
Australia returns to the America’s Cup, with the Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club challenging in Naples, led by an elite team including Grant Simmer, Tom Slingsby and Glenn Ashby.
#AmericasCup #TeamAustraliaChallenge
Locals and foreign raiders in for Airlie Beach Race Week
Excitement builds for the 38th Jeanneau and 74 Islands Airlie Beach Race Week, with entries from locals and internationals set to compete in August.
#AirlieBeachRaceWeek #SailingAustralia
Racing
Ocean racers in for Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta
Join the action at the 34th Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta in Melbourne from June 5-8, featuring ocean racers and exciting competition!
@AustralianWomensKeelboatRegatta #awkr.rmys #WomenInSailing
Wow Racing claim home victory at Women’s Match Race
Lea Vogelius and WOW Racing triumph at the 2026 KDY Women’s Match Race in Rungsted, Denmark, marking an impressive start to the World Match Racing Tour.
#womenswmrt #WOWRacing #WomenInSailing
Australian’s ready to fly at Formula Kite World Championships
Breiana Whitehead and Oscar Timm lead the Australian charge at the Formula Kite World Championships in Portugal, showcasing elite sailing talent.
@aussailingteam #FormulaKite #Kiteboarding #OlympicSailing
Aussie Skiffs and Cats ready to pounce in Quiberon
Australian skiff and multihull sailors gear up for the World Championships in Quiberon, France, vying for glory in the Nacra 17, 49er, and 49erFX classes.
#SailingAustralia #Nacra17 #49er #49erFX #Quiberon #WorldChampionships #AustralianSailing
ILCA World Champs return to NZ
Auckland will host the 2028 ILCA 6 and ILCA 7 World Championships, marking a significant return of Olympic-class sailing to New Zealand’s shores.
#YachtingNewZealand @ilcasailing #Auckland2028 #OlympicSailing
Pittwater decider for 2026 Gold Cup
The Pallas Capital Gold Cup finale at Pittwater promises thrilling TP52 and Super 40 racing, with tight competition and community events this weekend.
#TP52Aus #PallasCapitalGoldCup #RPAYC #Super40
PIC Coastal Classic approaches – save the date
Get ready for the 44th PIC Coastal Classic on October 23, 2026, as the fleet races from Auckland to Russell! Don’t miss out!
@PICHarbourClassicAuckland #picharbourclassic #SailingNZ
America’s Cup – Are France the underdogs?
Discover if the La Roche-Posay Racing Team can break France’s America’s Cup drought as Niall Myant-Best explores their journey in Lorient.
#AmericasCup #Lorient #LaRochePosayRacing
Offshore
CIC Med Channel Race – Phare40 wins by 10 minutes and 15 seconds
The PHARE 40 team triumphs in the CIC MED CHANNEL RACE 2026, winning by just 10 minutes after an intense 1141-mile race from Marseille to the Balearics.
#cic_med_channel_race #Marseille
CIC Med Channel Race – Duel at the top
The Class40 fleet in the CIC MED CHANNEL RACE is nearing Menorca, with a thrilling duel unfolding between STELLA NOVA and PHARE40 as they race to Marseille.
#CICMedChannelRace #Class40
NOR published for the 2026 Offshore Double Handed World Champs
The Notice of Race for the 2026 Offshore Double Handed World Championship has been published, set to take place in Marseille, showcasing global offshore sailing talent.
#OffshoreSailing #SailingChampionship #WorldSailing #DoubleHandedWorldChampionship
CIC Med Channel Race – Twists and turns along the Sardinian coast
In the fierce 2026 CIC MED CHANNEL RACE, competitors battle along the Sardinian coast with thrilling tactics and close rankings. Follow their journey!
@CIC MCR #cic_med_channel_race #Sardinia
50 years on – The Ocean Race previews a return to the City of Sails
The Ocean Race returns to Auckland in 2027, marking its first stop in New Zealand since 2018, celebrating 50 years of racing in the City of Sails.
#TheOceanRace #Auckland2027 #Sailing #KiwiSailing
CIC Med Channel Race – 1000 miles offshore in the Mediterranean
The Class40 fleet kicks off the 2nd CIC MED CHANNEL RACE, covering 1000 miles in the Mediterranean, starting from Marseille amidst great winds and excitement!
#CICMCR #cic_med_channel_race #Class40
KISS 2026 launched – Watch what happens!
Stay updated with the latest sailing news from Australia as ORCV KISS ALIVE brings excitement to the sailing community and promotes local events.
@OceanRacingClub #orcv_racing #KISS2026 #SailingAustralia
Sandberg PalmaVela concludes a highly competitive edition of La Larga
The 22nd Sandberg PalmaVela concludes in Palma, Spain, featuring intense competition across six classes, highlighting the best of offshore sailing.
@rcnpalma #SandbergPalmaVela #LaLarga2026
Cruising
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
Sailing Zingaro and PredictWind launch new “Playbook” for modern marine weather tech
Sailing Zingaro teams up with PredictWind to launch a video series helping sailors leverage modern weather technology for safer passages around the World.
#SailingZingaro #PredictWind #AustralianSailing
Fountaine Pajot unveils the FP51
Discover the newly launched Fountaine Pajot FP51 in Australia, an evolution of the Aura 51, designed for comfort and performance in cruising.
#YachtSalesCo #FountainePajot #SailingAustralia #FP51
World ARC fleet sets sail from Saint Lucia
The World ARC 2026-27 fleet has set sail from Saint Lucia, embarking on an epic circumnavigation adventure across the globe.
Arc+ 2025 prizegiving in Grenada
Celebrate the successful culmination of ARC+ 2025 with the joyous prizegiving event in Grenada, honouring participants from around the globe.
First boat of ARC+ 2025 arrives in Grenada
The first boat of ARC+ 2025, Enjoy The Silence, arrives in Grenada after a swift transatlantic journey, greeted by joyful celebrations.
Boats & Gear
The Yacht Sales Co. to showcase three Asia-Pacific premieres at SCIBS 2026
The Yacht Sales Co. showcases three Asia-Pacific premieres at the 2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, highlighting innovation in sailing yachts.
@YachtSalesCo #SCIBS2026 #FountainePajot #Dufour
Marinas26 – 2 weeks to go!
Join over 300 delegates for Marinas26 in Gold Coast on May 25-26, featuring networking, the latest in marina technology, and insights from industry leaders.
#Marinas26 #GoldCoast #AustralianSailing
Discover Boating Australia dry stack campaign reaches midpoint milestone
The Discover Boating Australia Dry Stack campaign hits a milestone, boosting awareness of Dry Stack storage across Southeast Queensland’s boating community.
#BoatingIndustryAssociation #DryStackStorage #DiscoverBoatingAustralia
Why JPK Yachts make Major 2025 Podiums
For those considering their sailing future and looking to be competitive, recent results make the research straightforward. The 2025 regatta season has highlighted JPK yachts as standout performers.
#jpkpacific #sailing #australia
Marinas26 Future Smart Conference program announced
Explore Marinas26 on the Gold Coast, a leading conference for marina professionals focusing on AI innovations and industry trends. Connect, learn, and network!
@MarinaIndustries #marinaindustry
The Yacht Sales Co – Sanctuary Cove Boat Show line-up revealed
Discover the exciting line-up for the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show featuring Asia-Pacific premieres of Fountaine Pajot FP44 and Dufour 54 on the Gold Coast.
#YachtSalesCo #SanctuaryCove #SailingAustralia #BoatShow
d’Albora makes landmark play with Gold Coast City Marina
d’Albora has expanded its reach by acquiring Gold Coast City Marina, enhancing the boating experience on Australia’s famous Gold Coast.
#AustralianSailing #GoldCoast #SailingNews
New Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415 – Open day this Sunday!
Join PBS for the Open Day of the new Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415 in Sydney this Sunday, showcasing its impressive performance and innovative design!
#performanceboatingsales #Jeanneau
Video
52 Super Series – Puerto Portals – Final Day
Sled triumphs at Puerto Portals 52 SUPER SERIES Sailing Week with a daring mast climb, securing victory in a thrilling season opener in Mallorca.
#52SuperSeries #sailing #PuertoPortals
52 Super Series – Puerto Portals – Day 4
Provezza clinches a race win at the Puerto Portals 52 SUPER SERIES, positioning themselves as favorites for the final day showdown with three races ahead.
#52SuperSeries #sailing #PuertoPortals
52 Super Series – Puerto Portals – Day 3
Sled leads the Puerto Portals 52 SUPER SERIES Sailing Week with exceptional tactics amidst fierce competition, showcasing thrilling races in Palma, Mallorca.
#52SuperSeries #sailing #PuertoPortals
52 Super Series – Puerto Portals – Day 2
Provezza leads Puerto Portals 52 SUPER SERIES with a strong performance, while Alkedo shines with two wins in a thrilling day of racing.
#52SuperSeries #sailing #PuertoPortals
SailGP’s Racing on the Edge returns
SailGP’s docuseries returns for its 2026 season, featuring New Zealand’s Black Foils and their youngest flight controller, Leo Takahashi, in Perth’s opener.
#SailGP #RacingOnTheEdge #BondsFlyingRoos #BlackFoils
Palma Vela Regatta – Thunderstorms and calm prevents last day of racing
Spectacular thunderstorms and calm seas marked the final day of the 22nd Sandberg PalmaVela in Palma, crowning victors across 13 classes.
#PalmaVela #ORC
Sail Port Stephens Super Series – Day 2
Sail Port Stephens Super Series Day 2 dazzles with sunny skies as competitors navigate a thrilling 25 nautical mile racecourse today in NSW, Australia.
#SailPortStephens #PantaeniusAustralia #YachtingAustralia
Palma Vela Regatta – Day 3
The 22nd Sandberg Estates Palma Vela regatta showcased ideal racing on the Bay of Palma with solid winds, highlighting a successful day for teams participating.
#PalmaVela #TP52 #ORC #52superseries
