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Marina Port Andratx launches marine wildlife rescue point alongside Palma Aquarium Foundation
Monday, 11 May 2026Marina Port Andratx has launched a marine wildlife rescue point in partnership with the Palma Aquarium Foundation, further underlining its commitment to marine conservation and the protection of Mediterranean species.
King Charles gives Emirates GBR the Royal seal of approval ahead of Bermuda Sail Grand Prix
Monday, 11 May 2026King Charles III has given Emirates GBR the Royal seal of approval ahead of the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix this weekend, after meeting Driver Dylan Fletcher MBE during his state visit to the overseas territory.
Emirates GBR Retain Second Place in 2026 Season Standings
Sunday, 10 May 2026Emirates GBR missed out on the Apex Bermuda Sail Grand Prix final by one place after a challenging second day of racing in difficult and unstable conditions on the Bermuda Sound.
Artemis SailGP Announces Purpose Partnership with Andrew Simpson Foundation in Bermuda
Saturday, 09 May 2026Artemis Sail GP has announced a new Purpose Partnership with the Andrew Simpson Foundation (ASF), launching in Bermuda on the anniversary of Andrew “Bart” Simpson’s passing.
Emirates GBR remain in Contention as Bermuda Delivers “Glamour Racing”
Saturday, 09 May 2026SailGP returned to the beautiful island of Bermuda for the fifth event of the 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship. With its pink sands, crystal-clear blue waters and consistent breeze, it remains one of the most popular ve...
Goodchild wins again
Friday, 08 May 2026Sam Goodchild continues his strong run in the IMOCA Class. The British sailor secured his fourth victory in the Class – and his first single-handed win – at the finish of the 1000 Race, the opening event of the season.
Wreck donated to train next generation of accident investigators
Friday, 08 May 2026The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has donated the wreck of fishing vessel Nicola Faith to Cranfield University for use when training students in accident investigation on their Fundamentals of Accident Investigation Course.
Helly Hansen donates 10% of all UK online sales to RNLI for annual Mayday fundraiser
Friday, 08 May 2026Helly Hansen, returns with its iconic pledge to donate ten per cent of all UK online sales to its strategic charity partner, RNLI, during May.
Ocean hero takes up Falmouth’s 2027 ‘community-powered’ AZAB Challenge
Friday, 08 May 2026World-renowned sailor Pete Goss MBE is supporting Falmouth’s Azores and Back race team with ambitious plans to evolve the 2027 AZAB Challenge into a more outward-facing, community-powered and sponsored event – which stays true to its C...
VE Day: The RNLI looks back at stories of courage from the Second World War and appeals for more
Friday, 08 May 2026The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is marking VE Day by reflecting on some of its incredible stories of courage from the Second World War. The RNLI played vital role in the war effort, with lifeboats launching 3,760 times, coming to th...
Parliamentarians call for bottom trawling ban
Friday, 08 May 2026Parliamentarians urge ministers to take action and ban destructive bottom trawling in UK’s Marine Protected Areas.
Offshore Double Handed World Championship 2026
Friday, 08 May 2026The RYA is seeking applications from mixed teams who would like to represent GBR at the Offshore Double Handed World Championship 2026.
South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2026 opens with exciting debuts, green innovation and impressive line up
Thursday, 07 May 2026The South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show opens tomorrow at Ocean Village Marina in Southampton, launching its biggest show to date and inviting visitors to step on board the very latest in boating across the weekend (8–10 May).
Southampton International Boat Show welcomes back the Wooden Boat Stage for 2026
Thursday, 07 May 2026The Southampton International Boat Show, taking place from 18 – 27 September, will unveil a significantly expanded Wooden Boat Stage in 2026, creating an even bigger platform to celebrate, showcase and support the future of wooden boatbuild...
Fairview Sailing announce partnership with Round the Island Race
Thursday, 07 May 2026Fairview Sailing has teamed up with the Island Sailing Club to become an official partner of the Round the Island Race.
2026 RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race Webinar
Thursday, 07 May 2026On 30 April, 100 days to go before the start of the 50th anniversary of the Round Britain & Ireland Race on 9 August, the Royal Ocean Racing Club held a live webinar. The recording is now available to watch, giving sailors, supporters and pros...
Arthur Beale Announces Official Partnership with the Golden Globe Race
Thursday, 07 May 2026Arthur Beale, one of Britain’s most historic ship chandlers, has announced its official partnership with the Golden Globe Race, the world’s most demanding solo, non-stop, retro circumnavigation sailing event.
Taittinger RSYC Regatta 2026 registration is open!
Thursday, 07 May 2026Entry for the 18th edition of the Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta (Friday 24 – Sunday 26 July), based in Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, opened on Wednesday 6 May.
Why the new definition of luxury at sea isn’t escape, but choice
Thursday, 07 May 2026BY: Kaloyan Radulov, CEO and co-founder of OMAYA Yachts
Nautical Archaeology Society marks 75 years of Kennet & Avon Canal Trust with anniversary cruise
Thursday, 07 May 2026The Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS) is marking a significant milestone in Britain’s inland waterway history with a special anniversary cruise celebrating 75 years since the reopening of the Kennet & Avon Canal.
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