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Maritime technology firm Orca AI has launched Co-Captain, a new capability in its operational platform that enables vessels to share data in real time.  Creating what they are calling the world’s first “Waze of the seas,” the system allows vessels to anticipate risks, respond to real-time events, and navigate with greater confidence and efficiency.  Connecting…

Freedom Boat Club, part of Brunswick Corporation and recognised as the world’s largest boat club network, has announced plans to open a new Australian location at Kalevu Marina on the Georges River, south of Sydney. Set to open in July 2026, Freedom Boat Club Sydney South marks another step in the brand’s Asia-Pacific growth strategy…

Solé Advance has revealed a new Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) hydrogen fuel cell engineered for integration with marine electric and hybrid propulsion systems.  Additionally, used for onboard power generation, the fuel cells have a target output of 76 kW and form part of Solé’s broader goals, which include launching high-efficiency product ranges and continuing progress…

Twisted Marine, the RIB and sportsboat manufacturer, has acquired carbon fibre specialist, KS Composites.  The acquisition brings carbon fibre expertise into the Twisted group, enhancing engineering solutions, driving innovation, and securing supply for the next generation of Twisted marine products.  Over the past five years, Twisted has expanded its operations, entering the premium marine sector…

120 marine photographers representing 26 nations took part in the Pantaenius Yacht Racing Image Award 2025 photo competition. Today, we reveal the 20 best images selected by our international jury.

After two full days of boat unpacking, rig tuning, splashing, and on-the-water practice, the fleet is officially settled in Pensacola Bay and ready for tomorrow’s opening day of the 2025 Melges 24 U.S. National Championship, hosted by Pensacola YC.

Last weekend was the first of two weekends of the Pwllheli Winter Series. As Pwllheli Sailing club were winners of the ISORA team trophy again this year, many of our skippers and crews were away at the ISORA prize-giving in Dun Laoghaire.

The Predictwind A-Class Catamaran World Championships resumed today, Friday off Milford Beach. Racing is continuing with a similar offshore breeze to Thursday, but with less rain and weather shutdowns.

The second day of racing at the PredictWind A-Cat Worlds was keenly anticipated. After all, the original second day had been scrubbed due to a rather brutal forecast, featuring high winds and stormy rains.

Members of the public are being urged to submit their nominations for the Yachting Journalists’ Association’s (YJA) Yachtsman of the Year and Young Sailor of the Year Awards.