Blind Japanese sailor to launch groundbreaking solo trans-Pacific crossing
Mitsuhiro ‘Hiro’ Iwamoto, a blind Japanese sailor based in the USA, has confirmed he will launch a solo trans-Pacific...
Sailing business
Latest news about sailing businesses and charities in the marine sector. Find out what’s happening with the British Sailing Team, accessible sailing, youth teams and the World Sailing Trust.
The Jubilee Sailing Trust has a separate collection of latest news.
Clipper Ventures invests in new fleet of ocean racing yachts
Clipper Ventures, based on the Solent, in southern England, has confirmed a multi-million-pound investment in a new ‘Clipper RX’...
SailGP and American Magic establish new Pensacola training base
SailGP has partnered with American Magic to establish a long-term training base in Pensacola, Florida, which opened on 7...
Yanmar becomes technical partner to IMOCA Class
Yanmar has announced a long-term agreement with the International Monohull Open Class Association (IMOCA) that will begin in 2026....
“Extraordinary milestone”: SailGP viewership sets new US record
SailGP has reported record US viewership for its The Race to Abu Dhabi broadcast on 23 November 2025, which...
America’s Cup: Athena Racing appoints Ian Walker as CEO
Athena Racing has appointed Ian Walker as chief executive officer for its America’s Cup challenge. Walker brings experience from...
American Magic pulls out of 38th America’s Cup
American Magic has confirmed it will not compete in the 38th edition of the America’s Cup, which is taking...
Magenta Project launches 2025/26 edition of its mentoring programme
The Magenta Project, a charity focused on equity in sailing, has launched the 2025/26 edition of its mentoring programme....
Magenta Project introduces Mighty Magenta Community Hub to support inclusion in marine sector
The Magenta Project, a charity driving inclusion and equity in sailing, has launched the Mighty Magenta Community Hub, a...
SailTies introduces Crew Match feature for skippers and crew
Sailing digital logbook startup SailTies has introduced Crew Match, a new feature within its app designed to connect skippers...
Sioen acquires Contender to expand sailcloth division
Sioen Industries has signed an agreement to acquire Contender Sailcloth, in a deal that brings both Contender and Dimension-Polyant...
