Australian Sailing CEO to step down
Australian Sailing has confirmed that chief executive officer Ben Houston is leaving the organisation after six years in the...
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.
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Pip Hare joins Canada Ocean Racing for 2025 campaign
Canada Ocean Racing has confirmed that British offshore sailor Pip Hare will join its Be Water Positive campaign for...
RYA launches Female Futures Group to boost women’s participation in sailing
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has launched The Female Futures Group, which is dedicated to increasing female participation in...
America’s Cup in turmoil as Alinghi Red Bull Racing withdraws
The America’s Cup has suffered a major blow, after Alinghi Red Bull Racing announced it is terminating its America’s...
Honnor Marine Classics up for sale as current owner off to sing sea shanties
Honnor Marine Classics, which is based in Swanage, Dorset with production currently in Westbury, Wiltshire (via a subcontractor) is...
Campaign success – 34 nations now actively involved in Para Sailing
World Sailing has published a six-month progress report on the implementation of its Para Inclusive Strategy 2024-2029. The update...
IYT replaces paper logbooks with SailTies app and is “open to partnerships”
International Yacht Training (IYT), which provides yacht training, maritime certification, and safety programmes worldwide, has replaced paper logbooks with...
RS Marine Group sells Ocean Play brand of dinghies
Performance Sailcraft Europe (PSE) has acquired the Ocean Play brand from RS Marine Group, along with manufacturing rights for...
Yachting New Zealand CEO to step down after 14 years
Yachting New Zealand chief executive David Abercrombie has announced his retirement, after more than 14 years in the role....
Wavysail appoints Ben Barker as general manager to drive growth
Wavysail has announced the appointment of Ben Barker as general manager. Barker, formerly managing director at Extreme Destinations, part...
UK-based sailmaker and chandlery expands after acquisition
UK-based sailmaker and chandlery P&B has been acquired by Rhys Rollitt and Steve Badham from founder Ian Pinnell. Following...
