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…
The Australian Commercial Marine Group (ACMG) successfully hosted the inaugural Australian Commercial Marine Conference in Sydney on Thursday, 1 August 2024. The event drew a substantial audience from across the industry, with 72 attendees representing 42 marine businesses. This well-attended…
The Boating Industry Association (BIA) today released the state of the industry data report revealing national turnover at $10.12 billion for 2023-24, a 5% increase on the previous year. BIA President Adam Smith said the report, launched on day one…
Third-generation boating industry family member and apprentice Marine Mechanic Michaela Douglas of Douglas Marine, Pittwater, today won the BIA Apprentice of the Year 2024 Award. BIA President Adam Smith said during the presentation at the official opening of the Sydney…
SailGP reached new heights in fan engagement, business growth and purpose in Season 4, cementing the league’s status as one of the world’s fastest-growing sports and entertainment properties LONDON, UK – July 26, 2024 – As Spain raised the trophy at…
The team’s commitment to climate action, empowering young people and driving gender equity in sailing sees Emirates GBR place top-spot in the third year of sports first-ever Impact League LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – July 12, 2024 – Sir Ben Ainslie and…
The World Sailing Awards 2024 will take place on Tuesday 5 November to celebrate excellence and achievement in sailing at a gala ceremony at Singapore’s historic CHIJMES Hall. In an Olympic year, the stars of sailing are expected to shine…
Sail trim is perhaps the single most important factor in boat performance. Whether you’re a weekend dinghy sailor or you sail on a 100-ft maxi, adjusting sail shape to maximise the wind that you have at your disposal is the…
The Formula for Reef Reconstruction. Rebuilding reefs is a specialist area of conservation, and one that Reef Design Labs has honed to a fine, sculptural art. Reef Design Labs, led by Director and industrial designer, Alex Goad, design, prototype and…
If you love a nautical story, then check out this just about to be released book. A memoir of extraordinary travel in the1960s A fascinating, lyrical, and very personal memoir of love and adventure before the days of GPS and…
Sailing since she was 10 months old, Nic Douglass, known as The Sailor Girl, is the ubiquitous force in yachting media – covering sailing all over the world, promoting it and competing when her schedule allows. The proud owner of…
Vale Bob Ross 19.11.1931 – 28.6.2024 Unfortunately I never got to know Bob, but without him, this MySailing website would not exist, as it grew out of the Australian Sailing Magazine he created. So I will leave Di Pearson to…
New York, USA – June 27, 2024 – As the conclusion of SailGP’s 13-event Season 4 approaches, the global racing championship has announced the launch of a new, fan-vote end-of-season awards. For the first time, fans worldwide will have the opportunity to…
Issued on behalf of: World Sailing World Sailing has published its first annual Sustainability Report to provide a comprehensive progress update on all 56 of the federation’s Sustainability Agenda 2030 targets. Released to mark World Oceans Day, June 8, and…
World Sailing, the global governing body for the sport of sailing, is proud to announce the launch of Steering the Course, its pioneering plan to encourage more women to participate in every part of the sport. With just 60 days…
Tony Longhurst was recognised with the 2024 Marine Industry Champion of the Year Award at this year’s Australian Marine Industry Awards Gala Dinner, 22 May 2024. Held at the InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort on the Gold Coast, Queensland, the event…
Written by Dea Jusufi @ Boat International The 24.8-metre Sunseeker yacht Atlantis has sunk two miles off the coast of Florida following a collision with a dredge pipe piling (25 May). According to an official statement from United States Coast Guard, multiple marine units…
BRISBANE: After a relaxed and casual Welcome Reception on the forecourt of the Royal International Convention Centre (RICC) on Sunday, surrounded by impressive displays from key industry suppliers, Marinas24 International Conference and Trade Exhibition (Marinas24) was opened yesterday by the…
Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC) and GeelongPort have joined forces to provide Geelong’s youth the opportunity to participate in the sport of sailing for free. The partnership is aimed at providing local government school students with the opportunity to develop…
From World Sailing. World Sailing Council has voted to adopt new eligibility rules for transgender athletes at the federation’s 2024 Mid Year Meeting. The Transgender Participation Policy will apply to all World Sailing events – including World Sailing Championships, the…
The final preparations are being made for the 370 delegates, from 14 countries who have registered to attend the Marinas24 International Conference and Trade Exhibition, kicking off in ten days at the Royal International Convention Centre (RICC) in Brisbane. With…
Superyacht Australia has retained the reigns of hosting the “Crew Party of the Year” on the Superyacht Australia calendar of events, with 87 captains and crew from thirty-one yachts currently residing in Sydney Harbour. The abrupt onset of stormy weather…
The science programme, initiated during racing periods, now includes major polar expeditions. The Ocean Race is providing critical data to international scientists studying the impact of climate change and plastic pollution on ocean health. Following the 2022-23 edition of the around…
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