The RNLI are always ready to assist those in difficulty at sea. But it's not just people the RNLI help, they've also rescued a horse stuck in a cove and…
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Golden Globe Race: Susie Goodall rescued by MV Tian Fu after her yacht pitchpoled and dismasted
The cargo ship Tian Fu has rescued Golden Globe Race skipper Susie Goodall. The vessel is now heading to Argentina
8 Tips to prepare your narrowboat for winter
It’s that time of year when many narrowboaters moor their vessels and hang up their boating shoes for Christmas. However, planning is essential before leaving your boat in the water…
boot Düsseldorf, the world’s biggest boat and water sports fair, celebrates its 50th anniversary
To celebrate its 50th birthday boot Düsseldorf will be bigger and better than ever. The event takes place 19 - 27 January
Cruising Association submits document asking for clarification on Greek Cruising Tax
The Greek government has postponed the cruising tax for boat owners to April 2019 but the CA has filed a document asking for clarification on the terms of the tax
Christmas gift ideas for boaters and sailors
From sailing books, handy gadgets to beautiful objects we have plenty of Christmas gift ideas for the boaters in your life
10 Best sailing apps
These days there are some truly fantastic apps for sailors and boaters. From weather and tides forecast, route planners and marine traffic, to knot guides and real time language translation,…
Canal and River Trust and Drifters Waterway Holidays to offer people the chance to try boating for free
People will be able to try canal boating for free in England and Wales on 7 April 2019
Marlow Ropes launches mooring rope made of 100% recycled plastic
Marlow Ropes' Blue Ocean Dockline is made of rPET yarns and is available in the UK now. It will be launched in the rest of Europe in 2019
Technohull’s new flagship RIB Omega 45 to debut at the Miami Boat Show
Technohull's new 13.8m Omega 45 will have its world premiere at the 2019 Miami International Boat Show, February 14-19
Cruising the Canal du Midi on Le Boat’s Horizon 1 boat
With its golden light and falling leaves, autumn is a magical season for a canal holiday. YBW's editor Stef Bottinelli hires a Le Boat vessel and cruises along the Canal…
Silent-Yachts introduces its largest solar-powered catamaran, SILENT 79
Austria-based oceangoing solar-powered catamarans Silent-Yachts has unveiled its largest model to date, the 23.95m SILENT 79 catamaran
Environment Agency to increase cost of boat registration in 2019
The Environment Agency has announced it will increase the cost of boat registration in 2019 to meet the costs of maintenance and customer service
10 Actors who’ve played real life sailors and explorers
Sailing films have been popular this year, with The Mercy and Adrift hitting the cinema screen. We take a look at 10 actors who have played real life sailors, explorers,…
Lumishore appoints Lauren Patterson as Head of Marketing
Underwater LED lighting system manufacturer Lumishore has announced Lauren Patterson as their new Head of Marketing
CRN unveils new explorer yacht concept, the AlfaRosso
CRN has debuted their new explorer yacht concept, created for owners who enjoy long voyages: the AlfaRosso
New Port of London Authority’s River Thames high-tech survey vessel named
The new boat, named Thame, will use the latest technology to detect potential danger and ensure that the River Thames is safe for vessels
America’s Cup: First look at New York Yacht Club’s test monohull – video
A video of New York Yacht Club American Magic's monohull being tested on the water has been posted on Instagram. Watch it here
Isabella Hellmann’s husband Lewis Bennett pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter of his wife
Lewis Bennett has pleaded guilty to the federal charge of involuntary manslaughter of his wife Isabella Hellmann