End of Olympic era for Finn Class
Among the difficult decisions at the 2018 World Sailing Annual Conference (Oct 27 to Nov 4) was the development...
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‘Do not touch’ – Coastguard warn public after flare causes ordnance scare
A discarded distress flare prompted fears of a potential ordnance after it washed up on a riverbank. HM Coastguard...
Winchman boards heaving fishing vessel in rough seas
The HM Coastguard search and rescue helicopter, based at Sumburgh, flew to the vessel and on arrival it took...
Full broadcast production on a budget
For years, live aerial coverage of sailing events was relegated to large grand prix events with deep pocketbooks. However,...
Luxury boat builder Fairline Yachts announces recruitment drive following boat show success
Luxury British boatbuilder, Fairline Yachts, announces it is recruiting over 100 boat builders in a variety of roles that include...
SS Richard Montgomery: the wreck of WWII ammunition ship
Background The SS Richard Montgomery was a US Liberty Ship of 7,146 gross tons. She was built in 1943...
Rán VII named World Sailing’s Boat of the Year
After an incredible debut season, Rán VII, has been recognised with the inaugural Boat of the Year award at...
Beneteau financials
Group Beneteau has closed out FY 2017-18 with performance levels that were higher than its latest forecasts. According to...
PR Works celebrates 25 years in the marine leisure sector
PR Works at 25 … still mixing pleasure with business! “Heartfelt thanks to everyone with whom I have had...
Troon Yacht Haven celebrates 40th year
One of the first marinas to be built on the Firth of Clyde has celebrated its 40th year, with...
Ferry companies called to account by Island MP Bob Seely
After weeks of troubled cross-Solent services served up by the ferry companies, Island MP Bob Seely has sent a...
