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Looking towards the future: First World Sailing Day - 28 May
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (393+ words) The sailing and maritime media can play an important role in bringing together the global sailing community. At a time when much of the news cycle is dominated by division, uncertainty and negativity, sailing continues to represent something increasingly valuable:…...
ARC Europe sailors set sail from Sint Maarten to begin their Atlantic adventure
1+ week, 51+ min ago (562+ words) The ARC Europe 2026 fleet have set sail from Sint Maarten to Bermuda, on what is the first leg of their transatlantic crossing. Simon Janison (GBR), skipper of Surprise said: "You've got to sail an ocean, don't you? I came out…...
Viking Explorers Launches Global Sailing Club
1+ week, 1+ day ago (250+ words) Sail World Cruising Viking Explorers Launches Global Sailing Club Viking Explorers, the organisation behind one of the Atlantic's most respected boutique sailing rallies, has launched the Viking Explorers Club: a year-round global membership network giving bluewater sailors exclusive discounts and…...
63m Project Dreamer taking shape at Vitters Shipyard
1+ week, 2+ day ago (207+ words) Just over six months' on from the keel laying ceremony and first weld, the aluminium structure of Project Dreamer - a 63m flybridge sloop - already hints at this yacht's incredible stature. Project Dreamer heralds the next generation of performance cruisers. A full-custom…...
Pogo Structures announces the Pogo 50 2 a new 15-metre cruising sailboat
1+ week, 6+ day ago (265+ words) French boatbuilder Pogo Structures is currently developing the POGO 50 2, a new 50-foot sail yacht designed for long-distance cruising. A true passage maker, it embodies everything that defines the Pogo DNA: an innovative concept, cutting-edge technology and meticulous construction, with no…...
ARES Yachts' new 62m flagship SIMENA blends classic lines with contemporary performance and style
3+ week, 2+ hour ago (1219+ words) ARES Yachts is proud to have completed its 62m flagship, the elegant ketch SIMENA. The yacht has demonstrated its potential during extensive sea trials off Antalya, Turkey, where she has exceeded expectations for speed and handling. SIMENA is now for sale…...
Team Malizia statement on the passing of Lukas Wehage
3+ week, 3+ day ago (124+ words) Team Malizia, together with the family, is deeply saddened to confirm the death of Lukas Wehage, 32, from Germany, who was with the Malizia Explorer research vessel. The exact circumstances that led to this tragic accident are currently unclear. Lukas Wehage…...
Her Planet Earth to join Panexplore for all-female North Atlantic Sailing Expedition
3+ week, 4+ day ago (862+ words) From Iceland to the Faroe Islands, a team of women will cross one of the world's most demanding oceans - where resilience, sisterhood, and purpose meet the raw power of nature. In August 2026, Her Planet Earth will lead an all-female offshore…...
World ARC 2025-26 fleet celebrate in Saint Lucia after incredible circumnavigation
3+ week, 5+ day ago (584+ words) World ARC 2025-26 has reached its conclusion following several days of celebration in Saint Lucia. After crossing the finish line, Alison Farmer, who sailed on board the smallest boat in the fleet, Walrus a Hallberg-Rassy 39, said: "When we crossed the finish…...
Change of Watch at The Cruising Club of America
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (260+ words) The Cruising Club of America (CCA) installed new flag officers and governors at its annual meeting in March. A. Chace Anderson of Vero Beach, Florida, and Cleveland, Ohio, took the helm as Commodore of the Club, succeeding John "Jay" Gowell, of…...