A damning investigation into the grounding of the Tall Ship Astrid, which sank off west Cork, Ireland in 2013 has found a catalogue of failures and breaches of international regulations.
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Marina company development plan
Salterns Marina Ltd is applying for planning permission to build a new mixed use development on the South Coast.
The Duchess of Cambridge visits the Ben Ainslie Racing team
Ben Ainslie Racing (BAR) and the 1851 Trust hosted a visit from Kate Middleton, The Duchess of Cambridge, who is the Trust’s Royal Patron.
ISAF to challenge IPC decision on Paralympic Games programme
The International Paralympic Committee decision not to include Paralympic sailing on the Tokyo 2020 Games programme has shocked the international sailing community.
Appeal for missing boat ‘Norfolk Girl’
A small blue and white motor boat called Norfolk Girl has gone missing off Cromer after making a mayday distress call.
PBO Project Boat at the Poole Harbour Boat Show
A host of exhibitors are already confirmed for the Poole Harbour Boat Show 2015... including Practical Boat Owner magazine.
Turkish visas put cruisers off
Boat owners cruising in Turkish waters are facing more difficulties because a new law regarding Residence Permits is confusing everyone concerned.
ISAF speaks out about Paralympic sailing 2020 decision
ISAF vows to address any items identified by the IPC in a bid to reinstate sailing back into the Paralympic Games as soon as possible.
500+ early-bird entries for Round the Island Race
More than 500 boats have so far signed up for the Round the Island Race (RTIR) 2015.
Call grows for sailing to be reinstated at 2020 Paralympic Games
More than 10,700 people have signed a petition calling for sailing to be reinstated as a sport in the 2020 Paralympic Games.
Yachtsman dies after falling overboard
A 72-year-old man has died after falling from his yacht just a few miles north of Steep Holm Island.
Jester Challenge: One sailor’s preparations for a solo adventure
Two-time solo Atlantic racer Basil Panakis shows PBO’s Ben Meakins how he prepared his 25ft yacht to face the Jester Challenge
PBO Ask the Experts Live at Beaulieu Boatjumble
Enjoy free advice and practical demonstrations at the new PBO Ask the Experts Live event at Beaulieu Boatjumble 2015
Pensioner praises RNLI crew for saving his life
A 70-year-old yachtsman who was dramatically rescued after falling into the River Conwy, returned to thank the RNLI life savers.
Push the Boat Out extends to nine days
For the first time ever, RYA Push the Boat Out will be running over nine days, offering sailing and windsurfing taster sessions across the UK.
Paralympic sailing dropped from 2020 Games
The International Paralympic Committee has removed sailing from the 2020 Paralympic Games programme.
Public consultation on new MCZs
A public consultation on the Government’s second tranche of Marine Conservation Zones opened today.
D-Day veteran dubbed “The Great Escaper” leaves RNLI his entire estate
A D-Day veteran who warmed hearts the world over when he “escaped” from his care home to attend the 2014 commemorations in France has left his entire estate to the…
March issue on sale today!
The March issue of PBO is out in the shops today and it's packed full of tips, advice and reviews - perfect for getting your boat ready for spring!
Dave Selby podcast: ‘Mad About The Boat’
Dave Selby explains the WC arrangements on a Sailfish to a keen novice sailor who speaks almost entirely in acronyms...