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America's Cup17 Oct, 2024
Brits fight back
INEOS Britannia win two races on the fourth day of the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup Match.
America's Cup17 Oct, 2024
Women centre stage
The Puig Women’s America’s Cup heralds a new dawn as female sailors are honoured for their...
Offshore17 Oct, 2024
SSORC sign up
Entry is now open in the 2024 Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship.
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America's Cup12 Oct, 2024
Match up
Peter Burling and Nathan Outteridge faced off against Sir Ben Ainslie and Dylan Fletcher in a media...
America's Cup09 Oct, 2024
Aussies bow out
Three teams are through to the semi-finals of the Puig Women’s America’s Cup, as Andoo Team...
Regattas10 Oct, 2024
Celebrating 34 years
Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2024 – continuing to deliver.
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Offshore10 Oct, 2024
Montenegro finish
The Ocean Race Europe 2025 will finish in picturesque Montenegro.
Regattas10 Oct, 2024
Etchells down under
John Bertrand is looking forward to a thrilling Etchells World Championship in Australia in January.
Regattas04 Oct, 2024
J Class readies
The J Class Barcelona Regatta will take place next week during the America’s Cup – the first and...
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Yachts

Reviews of the latest models, cruising designs, trends and concepts.

New Builds17 Oct, 2024
Raising the bar
Dufour Yachts has added a spectacular new model to its fleet, the Dufour 48.
New Builds10 Oct, 2024
Future focused
Lagoon introduces Lagoon 620 NEO, a ground-breaking project that embodies the brand’s commitment...
New Builds10 Oct, 2024
Maiden multihull
Baltic Yachts reveals its first multihull project as a 33-metre (107-foot) bluewater cruising...
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New Builds03 Oct, 2024
Daysailer debut
Baltic Yachts unveils the Baltic 80 Café Racer, the bigger sister of the game-changing 68 Café...
New Builds25 Sep, 2024
Leopard 46 debut
The new Leopard 46 has been thoughtfully designed to replace the Leopard 45, retaining its...
New Builds18 Sep, 2024
Big cat unveiled
Lagoon introduces the Lagoon Eighty 2, its flagship model, hailed “your oasis on the water”.
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New Builds12 Sep, 2024
Effortless planing
Beneteau has introduced the new category known as “the planing cruiser” - the new First 30, with...
New Builds12 Sep, 2024
Enduring masterpiece
Grand Soleil Yachts have presented their latest creation, the Grand Soleil 52 Performance, at the...
New Builds12 Sep, 2024
Corsair returns
One of the world’s most popular trimarans is making a resurgence in Australia with two brand new...
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Gear

Browse the sailing kit and technology essential not only to performance but also to safety.

Technology17 Oct, 2024
Driving force
The marine systems expertise of VETUS is the driving force behind an ingenious seaworthy car which...
Products25 Sep, 2024
Saint-Tropez tome
Laurence Benaïm and Didier Ravon have captured the allure and prestige of Les Voiles de...
Products26 Jul, 2024
Champion gear
Zhik is the official supplier for Australian Olympic Team sailors at the Paris Olympics.
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Technology19 Mar, 2024
Hidden hydro
There are many hidden parts to an America’s Cup campaign where innovation, performance and talent...
Technology13 Feb, 2024
Smarter sailing
Smart Wind offers professional-level wind transducers for leisure sailors.
Products30 Jan, 2024
Sustainable sailcloth
At boot Düsseldorf, North Sails launched RENEW, a sailcloth constructed from more than 90 percent...
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Hardware24 Dec, 2023
Composite collab
It’s a long way from Townsville to Paris, and Australian Olympic kite-foiler, Breiana Whitehead...
Products20 Nov, 2023
Zhik toasts Kirsten
The Zhik team are sending huge congratulations to Kirsten Neuschäufer who has been voted female...
Products17 Nov, 2023
Inflatable innovation
The new Nimbus collection brings COAST quality to inflatables.
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Industry

Stay up-to-date with the issues affecting the yachting world, and the people who shape races, regattas, sponsorships and events.

Regional03 Oct, 2024
Adventure blueprints
CYCA seeks Expressions of Interest for CYCA Offshore Academy Yachts.
International18 Sep, 2024
Swan new era
Nautor Swan is entering a new chapter in its story, with new models and a vision for the future...
International09 Aug, 2024
Sail takeover
NTG adds Doyle Sails and Quantum Sails to its roster of best-in-class brands.
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Regional30 Jul, 2024
Sustainability partners
BIA has appointed Lisa Blair as Sustainability Ambassador.
Profile04 Jul, 2024
Vale Bob Ross
Bob Ross, the renowned sailing photojournalist, newspaper writer, magazine founder, editor, book...
Regional12 Jun, 2024
Tribute to Tasmania
Tasmania is the epicentre of Australian wooden boat building. As the home of what is considered the...
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Regional21 May, 2024
Catalina new dealer
Performance Cruising Yachts has been appointed the new Australian dealer for the prestigious US...
Regional17 Apr, 2024
Get set for KISS
It’s on again! The third running of the Keelboat Introduction to Sailing Savvy (KISS) program is...
Profile02 Apr, 2024
Vale Plymo
Remembering Andrew ‘Plymo’ Plympton.
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Cruising

An inspiring guide to throwing off the bowlines and catching the trade winds in your sails, along with destinations to entice.

Charter17 Jul, 2024
Mariner adventures
Embark on your ultimate sailing adventure with Mariner Boating: A testimonial.
Rallies26 Mar, 2024
Oysters cross Canal
Oyster World Rally fleet transits the Panama Canal and gets ready for Galapagos.
Destinations06 Feb, 2024
Sailing paradise
The Maldives and Seychelles named ‘Top Yachting Destinations’.
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Rallies01 Aug, 2023
Clipper adds port
Clipper Race confirms Puerto Sherry as a stopover on its global route – its first ever visit to...
Destinations31 Jul, 2023
Highfield adventurers
Jessie Cripps and Michael Takach, vloggers and explorers aboard the 2006 37-foot (11.3m) Easy...
Destinations25 Jun, 2023
Share the dream
You can own a one-half share of a brand new Fountaine Pajot Astréa 42 Catamaran.
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Rallies15 May, 2023
Go East Rally begins
The Boat Works is proud to again welcome the cruising community involved in the 2023 Down Under...
Charter05 Dec, 2022
A lifetime of sailing holidays
Enter to win a lifetime of sailing holidays with GlobeSailor! A free yacht charter, every year, for...
Rallies14 May, 2021
Land Down Under
Oyster Yacht’s next World Rally live webinar sets sail for the East Coast of Australia.
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Events

A front row seat to all the best regattas, boat shows, product launches and networking occasions, in Australia, New Zealand and around the world.

Regattas17 Oct, 2024
History made in Barcelona
The J Class made waves and created history on the waters of Barcelona.
Regattas10 Oct, 2024
J Class battle
Velsheda and Svea still all square after another full-on day at the J Class Barcelona Regatta.
Regattas10 Oct, 2024
Record fleet expected
More than 300 Patí de Velas confirmed for America’s Cup Regatta, 19 & 20 October.
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Awards03 Oct, 2024
SYC honoured
Southport Yacht Club (SYC) was named ‘Club of the Year’ in Category A at the Australian Sailing...
Boat shows26 Sep, 2024
Sail into Monaco
Monaco Yacht Show 2024 is well underway, and there are 120 superyachts on show and 53 at anchor in...
Regattas18 Sep, 2024
Match champs
Josh Hyde and Waitemata Racing win the New Zealand Youth Match Racing Championships.
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Boat shows17 Sep, 2024
Rigged and ready
The world's largest indoor water sports trade fair, boot Düsseldorf, will once again draw the...
Boat shows12 Sep, 2024
Sailing into Cannes
The Cannes Yachting Festival 2024 has an impressive line-up of sailing yachts – more than 120...
Regattas12 Sep, 2024
Feel the joy
Invitation-only Ibiza JoySail has become the focal point of the late summer in the Med.
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Peter Burling and Nathan Outteridge faced off agai

Peter Burling and Nathan Outteridge faced off against Sir Ben Ainslie and Dylan Fletcher in a media opportunity ahead of the “Battle in Barcelona” scheduled for Saturday 12 October.
The Press Conference began with the 173-year-old America’s Cup Trophy being led into the auditorium by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei followed by a stirring Haka to lay down the challenge with INEOS Britannia to contest the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup Match.
Racing starts Saturday 12 October with two scheduled races beginning at 1400 CET.
How to watch and all the background via link in our bio.⚓️@americascup
@ineosbritannia
@emiratesteamnz
@hillarybuckman#louisvuitton37americascup
#ac37
#americascup2024
#americascupmatchrace
#barcelona

‘To win the America’s Cup, first you have to w

‘To win the America’s Cup, first you have to win the Louis Vuitton Cup.’ It is one of the most famous phrases that surrounds this pinnacle sporting contest with the richest of histories dating back 173 years.
INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli will compete in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final to decide which of them will take on the America’s Cup holders, Emirates Team New Zealand, in the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup Match.
Starts 26 September.
All the details and how to watch via link in our bio.⚓️@americascup
@ineosbritannia
@lunarossachallenge
@hillarybuckman#louisvuittoncup
#ac37
#americascup
#louisvuittonamericascup
#ineosbritannia
#lunarossapradapirelli
#acbarcelona

After two days’ delay, Andoo Team Australia took

After two days’ delay, Andoo Team Australia took to the water for their first race of the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup.
Skipper Cole Tapper described the first outing as relieving, exciting but a little disappointing. “It was really special to start” he said.
More on their first foray and how to follow the next day’s racing via link in our bio.⚓️@americascup
@unicredit_eu
@teamaustraliachallenge
@hillarybuckman📸 @sailorgirlhq and @americascup#andooteamaustralia
#teamaustraliachallenge
#unicredityouthamericascup
#youthamericascup
#acbarcelona

Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, the team representing th

Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, the team representing the Circolo della Vela Sicilia yacht club, secured their place in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final after a last race against NYYC American Magic.
Facing them now is a fired-up Challenger of Record, INEOS Britannia who secured their place in the Final yesterday having eliminated Alinghi Red Bull Racing 5–2.
More via link in our bio.⚓️@americascup
@lunarossachallenge
@americanmagicteam
@hillarybuckman#louisvuittoncup
#lunarossapradapirelli
#americascup
#AC37
#americanmagic

Andoo Team Australia’s start in the UniCredit Yo

Andoo Team Australia’s start in the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup regatta has been delayed another day - with Group B now scheduled to get racing on September 20 in Barcelona.
The base camp is up and running with boxing kangaroos, a big G’day and a great test run on the Aussie barbecue yesterday with family and supporters ensuring they are getting plenty of attention in Port Olimpic.
Competition schedule and how to follow via link in our bio.⚓️@teamaustraliachallenge
@americascup
@hillarybuckman📸 @sailorgirlhq#andooteamaustralia
#teamaustraliachallenge
#unicredityouthamericascup
#ac37

Beneteau has introduced the new category known as

Beneteau has introduced the new category known as “the planing cruiser” - the new First 30, with images revealed at the Cannes Yachting Festival.
It redefines small-boat sailing by combining outstanding performance with unparalleled ease of use while offering the comfort of a fully equipped cruiser.
All the information so far via link in our bio.⚓️@cannesyachtingfestival
@beneteau_official
@flagstaffmarine
@hillarybuckman#beneteaufirst30
#cannesyachtingfestival
#planingcruiser

The Cannes Yachting Festival will commence 10 Sept

The Cannes Yachting Festival will commence 10 September, running until 15 September at Vieux Port and Port Canto in Cannes, South of France.
On show on the marinas at Port Canto is the dedicated Sailing Area, with almost 120 new 10- to 30-metre sail boats, monohulls and multihulls, including 13 world launches.
On shore and within the Palais, there will be displays from shipyards, equipment and services related to sailing.
Check out our preview via link in our bio.⚓️@cannesyachtingfestival
@sunreefyachts
@bali.catamarans
@beneteau_official
@nautitechcatamarans
@excess_catamarans
@lagooncatamarans
@tmgyachts
@iceyachts
@grandsoleilyachts
@hillarybuckman#sailing
#cannesyachtingfestival2024
#yachtinglife
#portocanto
#sailingcatamaran
#yachtshow

Emirates Team New Zealand’s AC75, “Taihoro”

Emirates Team New Zealand’s AC75, “Taihoro” fell from the crane after racing yesterday in the first encounter of the Challenger Selection Series, the Louis Vuitton Cup.
The team has decided to forgo sailing while damage is assessed.
The full statement via link in our bio.⚓️@americascup
@emiratesteamnz
@hillarybuckman#taihoro
#emiratesteamnz
#louisvuittoncup
#acbarcelona