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After a superb contest with second-placed Team Holcim-PRB in Leg 3 of The Ocean Race Europe, Paul Meilhat the skipper of race leader Biotherm, was able to breathe a big sigh of relief as he notched his third stage win in a row.

Sunshine and strong winds made the fleets muster all their technical skills on the 6th day of Burnham Week 2025.

Another light wind day for day 4 of the Europeans in Germany. It was tight at the top between 2 British boats, Glen Truswell & Ed FitzGerald leading Andy Shaw & Rob Struckett by 1 point.

“Despite turbulent times, the group has delivered record revenue and sustained a strong order book, reinforcing its growth trajectory,” says Basil Chan, chairman of Grand Banks as the company released its financial results for the year ending 30 June 2025. But this comes as its earnings are down 14.8 per cent year on year, to…

MasterCraft Boat Holdings has reported financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended 30 June 2025. The US-based company’s operations cover the MasterCraft and Pontoon segments. For the fourth quarter, net sales were $79.5m, an increase of $25.2m, or 46.4 per cent, compared to the same period in 2024. Adjusted EBITDA rose to…

“People are either very rich, or not rich enough to buy a boat,” says Alberto Osculati. That’s the first reason he puts behind a decrease in small boat sales experienced by manufacturers worldwide which is putting pressure on many in the industry. Added to this, expectations around how people spend their free time is changing.…

C-Quip is now distributing Sulnox Eco Fuel Conditioner to the recreational marine market, a product already in use across commercial shipping and large vessel operations. Sulnox Eco has been tested to international standards by Lloyd’s Register and other independent scientific organisations. The patented, organic fuel additive is compatible with existing engines and fuels without modification.…

Boatfolk is expanding its Beyonder boat subscription service in north Wales as the marina group adds a second Jeanneau Merry Fisher 795 to its Conwy Marina fleet. The marina group first launched Beyonder in Wales in May 2024. boatfolk says the addition of the new boat to the fleet is in response to its waiting…

A total of 86 boats competed in racing over the three days. A mixture of 25 different dinghy classes sailed in the two handicap fleets with sailors young and old revelling in the champagne sailing conditions.

As ways go to earn yourself a pint (the day’s sponsor was Hall & Woodhouse), racing on the Thursday of Poole Week in 2025 was probably among the harder ones.