Members of World Sailing’s Committees and Sub-Committees will work within their terms of reference to provide guidance to World Sailing and positively impact the sport for sailors worldwide. David Graham, World Sailing Chief Executive Officer, said, “The entire sport of…
World record holding Australian sailor Lisa Blair calls for community climate action as she accepts Australia Day honour and announces new mission. Australian multi record-breaking solo sailor Lisa Blair has received an OAM in the Australia Day honours, saying she…
The Australian ILCA class has continued to show growth in participation by females in the ILCA’s, Australia’s most popular single handed dinghy class, at the Oceania and Australian Open and Youth Championships sailed in early January from the Royal Queensland…
Col passed away on Thursday 23rd Jan 2025, leaving behind him a huge legacy in junior sailing here in Australia. Col will be remembered fondly by many people, including the vast number of junior sailors who learnt their sport around…
Learn from the experts: The Finn class is putting on two free webinars with 2020 Olympian Nicholas Heiner from The Netherlands. 3 February • Webinar 1 – Trim of the Finn 10 March • Webinar 2 – Strategy The moderator…
World Sailing is thrilled to announce the launch of the first World Sailing Inclusion Championships, a groundbreaking event set to celebrate and showcase inclusivity in the sport of sailing with a focus on disability. The event celebrates the diverse community…
The 29er Class is leading the charge in high-performance sailing and environmental responsibility! By partnering with Sailors for the Sea and participating in the Clean Class Initiative, the 29er Class is shaping a greener future for competitive sailing. Commitment to Cleaner Events In…
World Sailing has published its first Accessibility Guide to support and advise event organisers and venues in making proactive changes to encourage a fully inclusive sport at all levels. The guide outlines a series of reasonable adjustments that can be…
World Sailing and the iQFOiL Class are pleased to announce an evolution in the iQFOiL Olympic Class equipment, designed to foster inclusivity and enhance athlete progression. Starting in January 2025, the women’s and men’s iQFOiL fleets will adopt new sail…
On Wednesday, December 11th, the inaugural Rolex Sydney Hobart Ocean Sustainability Forum will be hosted by Ocean Crusaders at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia. This event will showcase inspiring success stories of individuals and organizations excelling in sustainability, offering…
Matt Wearn OAM and Grae Morris were celebrated at the 2024 Australian Sports Performance Awards held in Melbourne on Wednesday night. The gala event recognised Australia’s top athletes, with Wearn being awarded Male Able-Athlete of the Year for his exceptional…
70% of ocean microplastics are the type found in clothes, textiles & fishing gear – and Europe is a hotspot. Three of the world’s top five hotspots for marine microplastic pollution are in Europe, according to new data collected by…
The inaugural Ronstan Junior Foiling Cup was held over 23rd & 24th November 2024 at BYRA sailing club on Pittwater, NSW Australia. Junior sailors aged 10-16 years old competed in 6 Nikki foiling dinghies. Each sailor competed in 5 races,…
Slovenian yacht racing photographer Samo Vidic has claimed victory in the 14th edition of the international photo competition devoted to the sport of sailing. With over 20 years of experience as a sports photographer, Vidic has cultivated a deep passion…
Following recommendation from the Special Regulations Sub-Committee, the Oceanic and Offshore Committee unanimously approved changes to design requirements of storm sails, aiming to clarify the primary role as essential safety equipment. Matt Allen, Chair of the World Sailing Oceanic and…
This years Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race sees additional events on the calendar in the form of the Ocean Sustainability Forum and Clean Up to be hosted by Ocean Crusaders. The Cruising Yacht Club’s Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht…
At the 2024 World Sailing General Assembly, the final meeting of the 2024 Annual Conference, World Sailing Member National Authorities voted in the Presidential and Vice-Presidential elections. Incumbent President Quanhai Li (CHN) was re-elected for a further four-year term. Quanhai…
After a stunning year on the water, sailing’s highest achievers were honoured at the World Sailing Awards ceremony at Singapore’s historic CHIJMES Hall. The 2024 Rolex World Sailor of the Year awards were presented to Paris 2024 Olympic gold medallist…
Olympians and World Champions awarded top honour at Australian Sailing Hall of Fame Gala Four new inductees to the Australian Sailing Hall of Fame (ASHoF) were announced at the Australian Sailing Awards and Hall of Fame Gala on Friday evening,…
Paris Olympians and grassroots sailing community celebrated at 2024 Australian Sailing Awards. Congratulations to all recipients: Male Sailor of the Year – Matt Wearn OAM (WA) Female Sailor of the Year – Breiana Whitehead (QLD) Team of the Year –…
After winning her second consecutive Olympic gold medal in Paris, 37-year-old Caterina Banti has decided to step back from competitive sailing. This choice was a thoughtful one; she feels a pull toward new life adventures beyond the wind and waves….
World Sailing is inviting proposals for exhibition events at the 2026 and 2027 World Sailing Championships. Successful events will also have the opportunity to be considered for inclusion in future World Sailing events and the Olympic Games programme from 2032. …
At its Annual General Meeting held this week, Shevaun Bruland was elected as President of Australian Sailing – the first woman to hold the position. Bruland has been a member of the Australian Sailing board for five years, serving the…
Here’s an interesting little breakdown from the team over at the 49er and Nacra 17 organisation on the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup. It points out some interesting facts and observations. You may not agree with all their observations, but…
The Sydney International Boat Show contributed $353m in total economic output from the 2024 event at Darling Harbour, according to the Boating Industry Association Ltd CEO Andrew Scott. Scott said the show once again proved its worth following an independent…
Emirates Team New Zealand have completed one of the most successful America’s Cup campaigns in history. For the Defender, Emirates Team New Zealand having won the America’s Cup three times in a row, it now presents an unprecedented opportunity for…
By Australian Sailing: The 2024 finalists for the national Australian Sailing Awards have been announced, with clubs, volunteers and sailing stars from around the country all in the running for recognition at the nation’s peak sailing awards. In the Female…
A new report shows superyacht visitors injected $212m into the New Zealand economy in the 2023/4 season, and has been released as New Zealand ramps up its superyacht attraction initiatives. Commissioned by NZ Marine and conducted by Market Economics Limited,…
The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) has formed an ‘Offshore Academy Working Group’ (OAWG) to determine the feasibility of establishing an ‘Offshore Sailing Academy’ (OSA) at the CYCA. As part of its studies, the OAWG is pleased to invite…
Superyacht captains and owners are taking every measure possible to ensure safety, and monitoring technologies are the easiest, most reliable way to do this. There are a range of risk factors onboard a superyacht, and captains will keep an eye…
Queenscliff Cruising Yacht Club and partner club Ocean Racing Club of Victoria have had a bumper year for their 2024 intake of women sailors for the Keelboat Introduction to Sailing Savvy (KISS) training program. Established in 2022 by then QCYC…
The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX), the Boating Industry Association (BIA) and Marine Jobs hosted the second annual Gold Coast Marine Jobs & Careers Expo, on Saturday 7 September 2024. This free-to-attend Expo connected over 1,200 attendees offering the…
San Francisco, September 6, 2024: The Ocean Cleanup today declared the eradication of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch (GPGP) achievable within a decade and an ambition to make the cleanup happen faster and more cost effectively. Today’s announcement is the…
By World Sailing Following the conclusion of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, five international sailors have been elected to the World Sailing Athletes’ Committee where they will serve as the athlete voice throughout the Federation. The sailors joining the World Sailing…
You watched Matt Wearne win Olympic Gold in the Laser dinghy class along with the Silver medal won by Grae Morris in Windsurfing on TV, now you or your kids can come on down and give sailing a try yourself….
Use special code: MYSAILING10 at checkout to redeem $10 OFF your order! Greenskin Wine presents a premium wine experience in a convenient 750ml soft pouch, ideal for those who want to enjoy fine wine without the hassle of heavy, bulky,…
Doyle Sails and Quantum Sails will sit alongside other NTG brands, including North Sails and Southern Spars North Technology Group (NTG) continues to expand its family of best-in-class marine brands by adding two of the world’s most respected sailmakers, Doyle…
The Racing Rules of Sailing Assistant GPT was set up to help sailors stay informed about the rules, offering easy cross-referencing to ensure clarity and understanding in any situation on the water.
The French ‘sailor of the decade’ is recognised for his spirit and impact on the sport This story is published on behalf of the Magnus Olsson Foundation Franck Cammas, the incredible French sailing champion, has earned another important accolade as…
The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX), the Boating Industry Association (BIA) and Marine Jobs proudly present the 2024 Gold Coast Marine Jobs & Careers Expo, set to sail on Saturday 7 September 2024, from 9:00am to 2:00pm at the…
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