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Flexiteek launches new commercial partnership in Australia
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…
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Skyports launches BlueWater 2 maritime drone to support UK green shipping drive
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…
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Datchet Flyer: Superstars & Weekend Warriors set
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…
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Cabbage Tree Island Race Preview
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.
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The veil is lifted on Gitana 18
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.
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Bowmoor Bubble for RS Aeros
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.
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Wicked SB20 Middle East & UAE Championships
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.
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RS400 Final Fling at Blessington
Over the weekend of 29/30 November, Blessington SC organised a RS400 Winters Event to round off the 2025 season with a final fling before the Christmas period. The plan was for some light-hearted, fun and fast racing.
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Bough Beech Icicle Series and Youth Icicle Series
Once again, Bough Beech Sailing Club is holding our Icicle Open Series, running for eight Sundays through January and February 2026, starting on 4th January.
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Switching Classes – Advice from Ben McGrane
Getting the decision right takes thought and a bit of research. Will the class suit you? Are you the right weight? What boat should you get in that class? All questions which could decide where you make the right choice.