Sir Michael Arthur set to take the helm as RYA chair
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has appointed professor Sir Michael Arthur, an experienced racing and cruising sailor and accomplished...
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Free ticket to Southampton Boat Show 2023 for RYA members
The Southampton International Boat Show returns to Mayflower Park (15-24 September 2023) for its 54th edition, and RYA members...
New non-exec director joins RYA from the Football Association
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has announced the appointment of a new non-executive director to its board. Polly Handford...
Disappointment for para sailors as sport not reinstated at Paralympics
Sailing bodies from around the world have expressed their profound disappointment at the International Paralympic Committee’s (IPC) decision not...
Harriet Steptoe beats 3,000 to become RYA Yachtmaster of the Year
Harriet Steptoe has been named as the recipient of the 2021 RYA Yachtmaster of the Year award. It reflects...
Shock verdict: Boat owners not eligible for Returned Goods Relief
Recreational boat owners, established in the UK, who lawfully purchased and kept their boat in the EU at the...
RYA Club of the Year finalists announced
The RYA awards panel has revealed the 12 finalists for the 2023 RYA and Sailing Today with Yachts & Yachting Club...
End game: What next for the end-of-life boat sector?
While the maritime industry is slowly making moves to improve sustainability agendas, the past is simultaneously catching up with...
RYA Cymru Wales appoints first female chair
The Royal Yachting Association Cymru Wales (RYA CW) has appointed Sian Reynolds as chair of its board. Reynold’s appointment...
RYA appoints new directors
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has announced the appointment of two new directors. This autumn, Nick Scott will take...
MIN report: Should it be made legal for kids to wear lifejackets? Debate splits industry
A petition in the UK is looking to make wearing a lifejacket compulsory for those aged under 16. Marine...
