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Yanmar has announced a long-term agreement with the International Monohull Open Class Association (IMOCA) that will begin in 2026. Under this arrangement, the company becomes the official technical partner of the IMOCA Class. Yanmar will act as the reference technical partner and primary supplier of marine engines and propulsion systems for IMOCA Class sailing yachts.…

RYA SafeTrx, a vessel-tracking, safety, and communications app, will close on 31 December 2025 in the UK. RYA SafeTrx is a free app designed to let sailors let their loved ones know where they are, share details of their trip, photos and gain quick access to emergency services. SafeTrx continues to be available in other…

ICOMIA and The Foiling Organization have formed a strategic partnership intended to support the global boating sector as hydrofoiling becomes more widely used. The agreement was signed by Joe Lynch, CEO of ICOMIA, and Luca Rizzotti, president of The Foiling Organization. ICOMIA represents the recreational boating industry, while The Foiling Organization brings together the international…

Flexiteek, a manufacturer of synthetic marine decking, has appointed Navale as its commercial partner for the Australian market. A new fabrication hub in Ballina, NSW, will provide distribution and fabrication services. Navale general manager Garry Boomer says: “We see the market in responsible and high-performance composite decking as a huge growth sector and will be…

Drone-enabled delivery and inspection specialist, Skyports Drone Services, has begun live operations for BlueWater 2, its latest clean-maritime drone demonstrator designed to showcase how uncrewed drones can enhance port efficiency, reduce emissions and support the UK’s wider decarbonisation agenda. It will demonstrate the potential for drones to improve maritime sustainability in the UK, conducting aerial…

Plenty of big names and ordinary mortals lining up for the second event of the Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series this weekend, the Sailing Chandlery Datchet Flyer…

The biggest lead-in to the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race will get under way from Sydney Harbour on Friday night (1700 AEDT) and will feature the who’s who of offshore sailing.

After many months of work, waiting and preciously guarded secrets, the new Gitana/Verdier designed Maxi Edmond de Rothschild was unveiled this Wednesday, December 3rd in Lorient, Brittany.

The Bowmoor Bubble RS Aero End of Seasons Open took place on Saturday, 29th November 2025. Right on cue, as a passing downpour eased and bright skies emerged boats were being rigged.

Charlotte Borghesi’s all-female crew are outright winners of the Wicked SB20 Middle East & UAE Championships which took place out of the Dubai Offshore Sailing Club (DOSC) last weekend.