Events
Countdown to the Poole Harbour Boat Show
More than 200 exhibitors will be taking part in the Poole Harbour Boat Show, which runs from 19-21 May 2017. Entry is free
First ever Southampton Sailing Week later this month
The first Southampton Sailing Week will be taking place from 24-29 May 2017 and will feature hundreds of craft of all sizes
America’s Cup: how does it work?
Our guide to understanding how points are allocated during the competition for the 35th America's Cup and how the Challenger will be decided to take on Defender ORACLE TEAM USA
America’s Cup: 16 interesting facts about Bermuda
Bermuda is hosting the 35th America's Cup which kicks off on 26 May. Here are some interesting facts about the beautiful country, known for its crystal clear sea, pink sandy…
Did you know…? 10 interesting facts about the America’s Cup
With the countdown to the 35th America's Cup underway, we bring you some unusual facts about the race, and the sailors taking part
Chefs representing the America’s Cup teams battle it out in lionfish challenge
Chefs representing each of the six America's Cup teams have been battling it out during the Eat Lionfish Chefs' Throwdown in Bermuda as part of the build up to the…
Video: Designing the Volvo Ocean Race yachts of the future
Organisers of the Volvo Ocean Race have announced that France's Guillaume Verdier will design the new One Design racing yacht for the 14th edition of the race
Palm Beach International Boat Show 2017 gets underway
Feadship, Heesen, Riva, Ferretti, Pershing and Fairline Yachts are among the yacht builders showcasing at the event in Florida
America’s Cup skipper & Star World Champion Bill Ficker dies
Bill Ficker, who skippered Intrepid to victory in the America's Cup in 1970, has died at the age of 89
10 Most iconic young sailors in the history of the Volvo Ocean Race
As chosen by the organisers, here are the ten most impactful youngsters in the 45 year history of the Whitbread Round the World, later Volvo Ocean Race
Pictures: Plans for first Portuguese Volvo Ocean Race team in 2020
The chairman of the Mirpuri Foundation has announced he plans to register the first Portuguese team for the Volvo Ocean Race 2020, and has just completed his first transatlantic sail
Discover the best new launches from Boot Düsseldorf 2017
As this year's Boot Düsseldorf draws to a close, YBW brings you a selection of some of the best new launches at the German show, including the latest models from…
Emirates Team New Zealand fails to sign new America’s Cup framework
The Kiwi team is the only one of the six current competitors not to sign up to the framework and future protocols to deliver the next two America's Cup competitions
340 boats register for 2017 Fastnet Race in less than five minutes
Organisers of the 47th Rolex Fastnet Race saw record breaking take up, with the 340-boat limit reached in just 4 minutes and 24 seconds
Sneak peak of the new Prestige 630 at the London Boat Show 2017
The new Prestige 630 had its UK unveiling at the London Boat Show 2017. See inside the 19-metre flybridge motor yacht with our exclusive video!
Sunseeker launches second 95 Yacht
Poole-based shipyard, Sunseeker, has announced the launch of its second vessel in their Sunseeker 95 range
Another new yacht for the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust
The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust is to receive another specially adapted yacht which will be used to improve the lives of young people recovering from cancer
Karpaz Gate Marina to showcase at London Boat Show 2017
One of the three main marinas in Northern Cyprus, Karpaz Gate Marina, will be hoping to attract UK sailors when it showcases at the London Boat Show 2017.
Tickets go on sale for the London Boat Show
Advance tickets for the London Boat Show are now on sale. With new launches, live entertainment, fashion and music events, the 2017's show is not to be missed.
Volvo Ocean Race rule change to encourage more top female sailors
Organisers of the Volvo Ocean Race are making a major rule change to give world-class female sailors a much clearer pathway to compete at the highest level of offshore sailing…