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Sydney Boat Show reports good turnout after venue and format switch
The 2025 Sydney Boat Show concluded on 17 August following its first edition at Sydney Olympic Park. The move from Darling Harbour to the Sydney Showground was made in consultation with industry stakeholders and visitors, and marked a new chapter in the event’s 56-year history. Over four days the show recorded 23,525 visitors, with more…
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Grabbing “the pieces of cakes left by competitors” proves effective strategy for Italian firm
“There are people with a lot of money who are spending,” says Gianni Zucco co-founder of Italy’s HP Watermakers, “changing their boat one year and the next year.” Because he believes the boat segment for 25 metres and above currently has no problems – this is the area which the Lombardy-based company mainly works within…
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Freedom Boat Club expands in Sydney
Freedom Boat Club, a Brunswick Corporation business, will open a new location at d’Albora Rushcutters Bay Marina in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs on 1 October 2025. The site, close to Sydney’s CBD (Central Business District), is launching just two years after Freedom Boat Club’s debut in the region. The announcement coincided with last week’s Sydney International…
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Zodiac and Boat Fix create 24/7 mechanical helpline for emergencies
Boat Fix, a water support provider, is partnering with Zodiac Nautic Group to launch Zodiac 24/7 (emergency helpline). “Over the span of the past several years, a growing number of notable boat manufacturers have understood how important around the clock customer support and after sales services is to growing and protecting their brand,” says Steve…
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Hi-Load kicker bracket upgrade for ILCA dinghies launched by Seldén
Seldén Mast, in collaboration with the ILCA Class Association, has unveiled its latest innovation for ILCA sailors worldwide – the Hi-Load kicker bracket upgrade pack. According to Seldén Mast, this development delivers a major boost in performance and reliability for one of the most critical parts of the ILCA rig – the kicker attachment point.…
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SB20 Europeans 2025 set to sparkle in Ostend
The stage is set in Ostend as the SB20 European Championship gets under way, promising a week of exciting competition and Belgian hospitality.
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Abersoch Mirror Week 2025
Abersoch Week 2025 started a couple of days late this after waiting for the wind. Monday and Tuesday became beach days for the many families but on Wednesday morning the breeze arrived and 49 boats got out on time for the 11am start and a planned 3 races.
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Flying Roos back atop of SailGP season leaderboard
The BONDS Flying Roos have reclaimed top spot on the overall season leaderboard after a hard-fought second place finish in a gripping Podium Final against Great Britain and France.
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SailGP: Black Foils first equal in Season 5
Black Foils are now first equal on points, in Rolex SailGP Season 5 Championship despite narrowly missing final at Germany Sail Grand Prix over the weekend.
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Team Malizia Sets Off on the Longest Leg
After only four days in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, Team Malizia has set sail in Leg 2 of The Ocean Race Europe 2025. The fleet of seven IMOCA boats is now racing 1,400 nautical miles to Cartagena, Spain.