The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) is to campaign for Disabled Sailing's inclusion in the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games and has appointed VERO Communications to advise and support its campaign.
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Miss Isle sailor completes Capital Venture voyage
Inspirational disabled teenager Natasha Lambert has completed her voyage from the Isle of Wight to London using sip-puff technology.
Body of boater found after search off Stornoway
The body of a man who went missing in a homemade boat, off the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, has been found.
Miss Isle Too on courageous charity challenge
Disabled teenage sailor, Natasha Lambert, is en route to London for her latest daring charity challenge.
Search for man missing on board home-made boat
Coastguards are currently coordinating the search for a man who is missing off Broad Bay, Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides.
Improved permit renewal system for cruisers in Turkey
A new online e-Residence application system is making it easier for cruisers in the Republic of Turkey to renew their permits.
Dave Selby podcast: ‘Mad About The Boat’
In his latest column, published in the July 2015 issue of PBO, Dave Selby puts leaky windows in the frame.
Free boating opportunities at On The Water Day
Free boating and sailing activities at On the Water Day event at Cowes Yacht Haven on Friday 29 May from 10am to 4pm, plus a flare amnesty for seafarers
Stricken yacht rescued off the North East coast
Two people were airlifted to safety after their yacht began to take in water and also suffered engine failure, north of the windfarm between Skegness and the River Humber.
Thousands flock to Poole Harbour Boat Show
Thousands of people enjoyed the tall ships, stalls and entertainments during the inaugural Poole Harbour Boat Show.
New anchoring tax in Corsica
Boaters who intend to sail to Corsica are being warned of a new and ‘incredibly expensive’ swinging anchoring tax in public waters – and the signs are that the tax…
Push the Boat Out 2015 starts tomorrow!
This weekend marks the start of RYA Push the Boat 2015 with sailing clubs and training centres across the nation offering free and discounted sailing taster opportunities.
Hoax call sparks search in gale force conditions
A hoax Mayday call led to the launching of Hoylake’s RNLI lifeboat in gale force winds and rough seas.
Caledonian Canal reopens after major breach
The Caledonian Canal reopened to all boat traffic today following the completion of repairs to damage caused by flooding.
Helena Lucas is first British athlete selected for Rio 2016
The British Paralympic Association (BPA) have named London 2012 sailing champion Helena Lucas as the first athlete selected to represent ParalympicsGB at Rio 2016.
PBO Ask the Experts Live! success at Beaulieu Boatjumble
Hundreds of visitors to the 38th Beaulieu Boatjumble enjoyed free expert advice and demonstrations at the inaugural PBO Ask the Experts Live! event.
Boaters urged to take greater care on Jersey reefs
Boaters are being urged to take greater care when visiting Jersey's offshore reefs following recent damage and disturbance to wildlife at the Minquiers.
Bart Selby podcast: ‘Mad About The Boat’
Bart Selby, the dog of columnist Dave Selby, shares his thoughts on sailing for the June 2015 issue of Practical Boat Owner magazine.
Ocean Cleanup’s ‘Mega Expedition’ announced
This August, up to 50 vessels will cross the 'Great Pacific garbage patch' in parallel, in what aims to be the largest ocean research expedition in history.
Yacht seized with two tonnes of cocaine on board
A yacht carrying more than two tonnes of cocaine to Europe has been intercepted in the Caribbean