News from X-Yachts - Launch of the X56 News from X-Yachts - Launch of the X56 Now a thorough series of sea trials will be conducted Yesterday late in the afternoon, the X56 was launched for the very first time! It was a tremendously glorious sight to see the new beauty hit the water! by X-Yachts Posted 30 Nov 15:48 UTC Mid Atlantic with the ARC+ & ARC 2020 Mid Atlantic with the ARC+ & ARC 2020 The start of the ARC in Las Palmas was in light breezes During the first week at sea for both the ARC and ARC+ fleets with Saint Lucia now set firmly in their sights, there have been some entertaining blogs and stunning pictures coming through to the World Cruising Website. by World Cruising Club Posted 30 Nov 10:46 UTC Scientists call for decade of concerted effort Scientists call for decade of concerted effort Partnerships among scientists across multiple nations to share resources and knowledge The deep ocean - vast expanses of water and seafloor more than 200 meters (660 feet) below the surface - are globally recognized as an important frontier of exploration and research. by The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Posted 30 Nov 06:15 UTC New staff skipper for Ocean Youth Trust South New staff skipper for Ocean Youth Trust South Holly's first sailing experience was as a teenage crew member with Ocean Youth Trust South in 2012 Ocean Youth Trust South announces the appointment of Holly Vint as staff skipper for the charity's sail training vessel Prolific. Holly is taking over from Peta Koczy who, after four years with OYT South, is moving on to a new adventure. by Susannah Hart Posted 27 Nov 19:18 UTC New VC20 Vessel Control System by Yanmar New VC20 Vessel Control System by Yanmar Developed for single, twin, and triple engine installations Yanmar Marine International is launching a new Vessel Control System delivering the advanced functionality, modern design, and easy installation suited to evolve alongside its latest electronically controlled engines in the years ahead. by Saltwater Stone Posted 26 Nov 05:29 UTC ARC+ fleet depart Mindelo ARC+ fleet depart Mindelo Finally under way in good conditions as they head for Saint Lucia The ARC+ fleet got under way in good conditions today as they set out on Leg 2 of ARC+ from São Vicente in the Cape Verde Islands to Saint Lucia. by World Cruising Club Posted 25 Nov 09:02 UTC Golden Horizon set for iconic destinations Golden Horizon set for iconic destinations 'Powered by the Winds of Change' campaign highlights benefits Tradewind Voyages, and its ship Golden Horizon, the largest square-rigged sailing ship in the world, are now on sale. The programme features iconic destinations and rarely visited islands. by Tradewind Voyages Posted 24 Nov 15:00 UTC Winter storm chasing to improve weather forecasts Winter storm chasing to improve weather forecasts Saildrone deploy a vehicle with specially designed wing to chase hurricane-strength winter storms Hurricane track and intensity forecasting has steadily improved in recent years with data from satellites, buoys, and sensors dropped from aircraft flown into the developing storm. by Saildrone Posted 24 Nov 13:00 UTC Natasha Lambert sets off for the Atlantic Natasha Lambert sets off for the Atlantic Natasha is crossing the Atlantic to raise funds for 3 very deserving charities Islander Natasha Lambert BEM, multi award-winning disabled sailor and adventurer from Cowes, Isle of Wight set off from Gran Canaria yesterday (Sunday 22nd November) at approximately 13:00hrs for her latest challenge, the Atlantic... by Kai Davis, Lentil Marketing Posted 23 Nov 15:04 UTC ARC+ 2020: Testing times as restart delayed again ARC+ 2020: Testing times as restart delayed again Frustrating few days for ARC+ skippers in Mindelo It has been a frustrating few days for ARC+ skippers in Mindelo as they await the results of the vital PCR tests, before they get the “all clear” ready for departure. by World Cruising Club Posted 23 Nov 06:53 UTC ARC 2020 underway ARC 2020 underway The Atlantic Rally for cruisers leaves Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Following years of planning, months of trepidation, days of stowing, and hours of farewells, over 300 crew set sail today from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for the start of the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers - ARC 2020. by World Cruising Club Posted 23 Nov 06:20 UTC Pelle P support Ocean Crusaders with Ocean Week Pelle P support Ocean Crusaders with Ocean Week Pelle P last year donated over AUD$20,000 to Ocean Crusaders Swedish Boutique Clothing brand PELLE P, formed by offshore racer Pelle Petterson, have a passion for our oceans unlike several of today's Chinese manufactured clothing brands that put profits before quality. by Ocean Crusaders Posted 22 Nov 15:47 UTC Register for the Dufour Worldwide Nautic Days Register for the Dufour Worldwide Nautic Days Saturday 5 December 2020 - Save the Date Dufour Yachts are inviting prospective new boat owners the opportunity to view the 2021 models and visit the La Rochelle shipyard at their first international online conference on Saturday 5 December. by Liz Rushall Posted 22 Nov 14:30 UTC SV Red Roo: That sinking feeling SV Red Roo: That sinking feeling After 8,600 nautical miles over four years through 16 countries, we almost sank the boat We have a boat, we have done our apprenticeship - successfully sailing over 8,600 nautical miles over four years through 16 countries. Does this mean we don't make mistakes? Nope, it certainly does not! by SV Red Roo Posted 22 Nov 07:48 UTC ARC 2020: Count down to the ARC start! ARC 2020: Count down to the ARC start! There's a high level of excitement as everyone prepares for the off tomorrow! There's a high level of excitement, with a mix of slight apprehension and eagerness of crews around the docks today as everyone prepares for the off tomorrow! by World Cruising Club Posted 21 Nov 23:55 UTC New video: Sun Odyssey 349 Limited Edition New video: Sun Odyssey 349 Limited Edition After six years as one of our top-selling models, a new Limited Edition is now available It doesn't happen every day but every once in a while a boat comes along that is like a good song, hits all the right notes. Designed by Marc Lombard in 2014, the Sun Odyssey 349 combines performance, comfort, and safety in a 35-footer. by Jeanneau America Posted 21 Nov 15:57 UTC NFWF announces $500,000 in new support NFWF announces $500,000 in new support Investments will reduce entanglement risks for imperiled marine wildlife The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) today announced nearly $500,000 in investments to reduce threats to North Atlantic right whales and other marine life off the coast of New England. by National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Posted 21 Nov 14:13 UTC New Allen Inboard End Batten Adjuster New Allen Inboard End Batten Adjuster Plus video demonstrating the 60mm Dynamic Block Features The inboard end batten adjuster – A.951-10 – has been developed alongside one of the worlds leading sailmakers. 60mm Dynamic Blocks feature Allen's patented Dynamic bearing technology. by Allen Posted 21 Nov 07:30 UTC KVH AgilePlans Maritime VSAT connectivity in Japan KVH AgilePlans Maritime VSAT connectivity in Japan A Connectivity as a Service (CaaS) subscription-based model The KVH AgilePlans program is a Connectivity as a Service (CaaS) subscription-based model offering a comprehensive solution for maritime satellite communications. by KVH Industries, Inc. Posted 21 Nov 05:17 UTC Thoughts turn to weather and final preparations Thoughts turn to weather and final preparations Ahead of Sunday's ARC 2020 start The final boat to arrive ahead of Sunday's start is now in Las Palmas. Mack Storey's Excess 15 Binx kept in touch with ARC rally control and have already passed their ARC safety check with flying colours. by World Cruising Club Posted 20 Nov 23:29 UTC