Katy Stickland
Editor
New appointment for Clipper Marine
Clipper Marine has become the official Bavaria dealer for Spain. The announcement was made by the company at the Southampton Boat Show 2016.
Bart’s Bash 2016 declared a resounding success
Around 7,300 sailors worldwide took part in Bart's Bash 2016 at the weekend, helping to raise money and awareness of disabled sailing.
Sunsail adds new yachts to its worldwide charter fleet
Sunsail has announced that it is adding new monohulls and catamarans to its charter fleet. The new vessels represent an investment of several million pounds by the company.
Royal Navy saves life of Canadian fisherman
The crew of HMS Monmouth abandoned their Royal Navy training exercise to help save the life of a Canadian fisherman in the North Atlantic.
Skills gap is “holding back” Britain’s boatbuilding industry
Research by British Marine has revealed that Britain's marine industry is being held back because of the inability to recruit skilled workers. Industry leaders now want the sector to be…
Search continues for missing crew after yacht explosion off Malaysia
The luxury motor yacht, UN1K, capsized off Muka Head near Penang, Malaysia. A fire was reported on board before the vessel exploded. One crew member is still missing.
Bronze medals for Team GB’s Paralympic sailors in Rio
Britain's Paralympic sailors came away with two bronze medals in the Rio 2016 Paralympics. Helena Lucas took bronze in the 2.4mR, while Alexandra Rickham and Niki Birrell came third in…
Heavy swell swamps motor boat: Three anglers rescued
The three anglers were fishing at Ramore Head, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, when their boat was swamped by heavy swell and started sinking.
Sailor and pop legend Simon Le Bon to start London-Monaco race
Ex-Whitbread Round the World sailor and Duran Duran frontman Simon Le Bon will be officially starting the Blue Marine Foundation's London to Monaco Bike Ride on 18 September.
What are the best and worst things about sailing?
Have you ever experienced the adrenaline rush when sailing over the finish line? Or been becalmed while trying to make it home on time? Let us know what you think…
Southampton Boat Show 2016
The Southampton Boat Show 2016 kicks off this Friday! Download the show's site map to find out where your favourite brands will be showcasing their yachts and products!
Paralympic gold medallist, Naomi Riches, prepares for her latest rowing challenge
This weekend, Naomi Riches will attempt to set a new world record as the fastest woman to row the length of the River Thames solo.
Two rescued after yacht drifts onto rock armour at Rosslare
The yacht suffered major damage after it drifted onto the rock armour at Rosslare Harbour in Co. Wexford, Ireland. The RNLI rescued the two people on board.
Maritime and Coastguard Agency to consult on new fee structure
Proposals to increase Maritime and Coastguard Agency fees for ship registrations, ship surveys and merchant navy costs are being put out for consultation.
Video: Watch the building of the 2016 Southampton Boat Show
Ever wondered what goes into building the Southampton Boat Show? Watch the time lapse video below to see the transformation of Mayflower Park ahead of the start on Friday!
Ben, 14, sails into the record books after successful Arctic circumnavigation
Ben Edwards, 14, has become the young person to circumnavigate the North Pole anticlockwise in one season. He is part of the Polar Ocean Challenge crew which made the voyage…
One dead, four injured in Harmony of the Seas accident
One crew member has died in an accident on the world's biggest cruise liner, Harmony of the Seas. Four other crew were also injured during the safety drill which happened…
Make a date for Ladies Day at the Southampton Boat Show 2016
Ladies Day on 22 September 2016 promises champagne, fashion shows, live music and, of course, gorgeous yachts to explore at Southampton Boat Show's marina.
Video: Franklin’s long lost HMS Terror discovered
HMS Terror, the long-lost ship of British polar explorer, Sir John Franklin, has been found at the bottom of an Arctic bay. The discovery was made by the Arctic Research…
MCA and Police Scotland crackdown on fishermen who flout safety
The joint operation between the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) and Police Scotland found a number of fishing boats which didn't meet acceptable safety standards.