How to protect your boat in a storm in harbour, Essential checks for liftout, Second hand boat focus on the Bavaria 34, How to install…
Practical Boat Owner
December issue – 24 October
Monohulls vs multihulls: which one is best? Sailing downwind: how the pros do it, Where is the best place to stow your liferaft? Staying warm…
Boat owner jailed for unsafe operation of fishing vessel
Two crew members on board the fishing vessel, called the Eshcol, owned by Timothy Bowman-Davies, died as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning in 2014.
Long-range rescue of French yachtsman in the Atlantic
A French sailor has been safely rescued from a sinking yacht in the middle of the Atlantic after an oil tanker made a five-hour diversion to save him.
Damaged yacht aground in Jaywick – please stay away
UK Coastguard: We do not want anyone to risk injuring themselves. Police and other authorities are aware of the wreck and deciding the best way to remove it.
Boaters urged to watch marine wildlife responsibly
The Cornwall Marine and Coastal Code Group reminds boaters how to responsibly enjoy watching marine wildlife such as dolphins and basking sharks.
Reduced navigational depths over new Cowes floating bridge chains
CHC have registered a protest to the Isle of Wight Council’s regarding reduced navigational depths and clearance over the chains of the new floating bridge.
Hundreds turn out for R116 tribute flotilla despite atrocious weather
Thunder and torrential rain were an apt reminder that "SAR don’t wait for good weather to rescue us, they come when we need them..."
100 boats to join tribute flotilla in memory of R116 crew
One hundred yachts and motorboats have signed up to take part in a tribute flotilla in memory of Irish Coast Guard helicopter R116 crew.
Family of four and dog rescued as yacht sinks
A family of four and their Labrador dog were rescued by Lyme Regis lifeboat crew, after their yacht was swamped by waves and sank at Charlton Bay.
RYA reminds boaters to remain vigilant
Times are changing and although the sea border creates a natural barrier, the migrant crisis in Europe is starting to expose its weaknesses, warns the RYA.
Bembridge RNLI escort Sir Ben Ainslie and Jono Macbeth on Isle of Wight visit
Bembridge RNLI volunteer crew welcomed Olympian and RNLI ambassador Sir Ben Ainslie, along with Land Rover BAR sailing team manager, Jono Macbeth, on board their lifeboat, as they transported themto…
The Marine & Property Group Ltd acquires Port Dinorwic Marina
The Marine & Property Group Ltd has announced the acquisition of the 180-berth Port Dinorwic Marina in north-west Wales.
Porto Montenegro named first marina in the world to receive Platinum status
Porto Montenegro has become the first marina to be awarded the new 5 Gold Anchor Platinum accreditation.
Solo sailor Lisa Blair to complete Antarctic circumnavigation
Australian sailor and adventurer Lisa Blair is set to arrive back in Albany, Western Australia tomorrow after successfully circumnavigating the Antarctic.
Environment Secretary pledges action on ocean plastics
Environment Secretary Michael Gove has pledged action to reduce plastic waste choking our oceans as he set out his ambition for the UK to lead the world in environmental protection.
Sinking yacht rescued 60 miles off the Cork coast
Ballycotton RNLI launched their all-weather lifeboat following the report of an EPIRB activation, approximately 60 miles off the Cork coast.
Witness appeal after laser pen is pointed at Coastguard helicopter
Police Scotland is appealing for witnesses following an incident involving a Coastguard search & rescue helicopter at around 10.40pm on Wednesday 12 July 2017.
Gas explosion blows roof off boat in Northern Ireland
A man was injured this morning after a gas explosion blew the roof off a boat near Lisbellaw, County Fermanagh.
Rights granted to deploy a 2MW array of tidal turbines at Bardsey Sound
Nova Innovation has teamed up with YnNi Llŷn to develop a tidal energy project at Bardsey Sound off the Llyn Peninsula in north Wales.
RYA Push The Boat Out extended to the whole of May for 2018
Push the Boat Out 2018 is being extended to take place during the whole month of May, and RYA's 2017 Summer of Sailing hots up...
Jury discharged after failing to reach verdicts on Cheeki Rafiki death charges
A jury trying a company boss over the deaths of four people on board the Cheeki Rafiki yacht was discharged after failing to reach verdicts on manslaughter charges