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The Ocean Race is transforming Genova into a centre of ocean action the week of 26-30 January with three major Ocean Health activities designed to inform, inspire and mobilise the next generation.

A miserably wet early morning on Sunday, Jan 18th, turned into a ‘must-do’ two hours of crisp racing with bright sunshine and 12 – 16 knots of wind laid on for the Howth YC Dinghy Frostbite fleet.

MDL Marinas has confirmed that its sales and marketing director, Tim Mayer, will leave the business in May 2026 to take up a new role with 1851 Group. Mayer, who joined MDL in September 2019, will continue in his role through to May 2026, supporting a structured handover to MDL’s new head of sales and…

Luxury British shipyard, Pearl Yachts, has unveiled plans for the refreshed Pearl 73 at boot Düsseldorf, the world’s largest indoor boat show. The Pearl 73 will continue the design language established by the award-winning Pearl 72 and combine the skills of naval architect Bill Dixon and interior designer Kelly Hoppen CBE. Dixon Yacht Design has…

Lowrance has introduced its new ActiveTarget 2 XL live sonar at boot Düsseldorf. The fishing electronics giant says the ActiveTarget 2 XL is the brand’s most advanced live sonar system to date. It features surface-to-surface 180-degree views, designed to provide unmatched clarity and coverage in real time. Yasser Nafei, president of electronic solutions for Navico Group, says:…

Marine refrigeration and air-conditioning manufacturer Veco SpA – parent of the Climma and Frigoboat brands – has appointed Sailtec GmbH as its official distributor in Germany. The agreement, made official at boot Düsseldorf 2026, applies to the German market and covers Veco’s marine air conditioning and refrigeration portfolio. Veco is based in Giussano, Italy, while…

Peter Baines, a much-loved and highly respected sailor and shooter from Hamble, has sadly passed away, leaving behind a sailing and shooting community that will feel his absence deeply.

The Balearic Islands maintained their leading role as the main market for recreational boat registrations in Spain in 2025, despite registering a year-on-year decrease in their activity, according to the market report prepared by ANEN with data from the directorate general of the Merchant Marine. The Balearic islands clocked 664 registrations of recreational boats last…

Constructed in lightweight carbon fibre at the company’s Tuzla shipyard, Turkish yacht builder VISIONF Yachts has delivered its second 24-meter all-electric catamaran, the VisionF E-Cat 80, Gloriamaris.  Designed as an adventure and family yacht, it features a kids’ room, jacuzzi and safe activity areas for younger guests. Twin 180 kW electric motors and 63 solar panels enable long-range, low-impact…

If it’s been in your calendar already, this is your reminder. If not, consider this your nudge! 21-22 February. Farnborough Exhibition Center. Stand E40. It’s where the sailing buzz returns.