The 13m yacht Melina of Fleet which hit the Roustel beacon in Guernsey’s Little Russel channel and sank within minutes will remain on the seabed until salvage negotiations are completed…
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Disabled yachtsman to embark on round-the-world unassisted voyage
Disabled yachtsman Keith White will be attempting to circumnavigate the globe non-stop and unassisted for charity
Cruising Association celebrates new Greek law that benefits boaters
Boat owners whose yachts are not registered in the European Union, are able to stay in Greece for longer than six months following a campaign against a new law.
Cruisers abducted from marina in Philippines
Four people were abducted on 21 September from yachts at the Ocean View Resort off the southern Philippine island of Mindinao.
‘Ghost yacht’ sunk by Irish Naval Service after crossing the Atlantic
A yacht that crossed the Atlantic after being abandoned more than a year ago has been sunk just as its owner made a last dash to retrieve it.
Cruisers invited to join ‘Royal River Salute’ on Thames
Boat owners are invited to join a flotilla to mark the day Queen Elizabeth II becomes the longest-reigning monarch in British history.
Storm-struck Dominica appeals for yachting community help
Dominica Marine Association is appealing to the international marine and yachting communities to bring supplies following storm devastation.
Sailors reporting unusual birds to Sea Bird Count project
The “SeaBC” is a citizen science project co-ordinated by long-distance birdwatching sailors from around the world
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.
Busting the ‘Red Diesel Myth’ in Belgium
The Royal Belgian Sailing Club says stained diesel is 'no longer an issue for British yachtsmen'