The RYA is urging sailors to report all sightings and entanglements involving poorly marked fishing gear as it reveals a lack of data on the issue
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More sailors but fewer new boats built
While boat building across the UK has grown, yacht manufacturing has fallen, according to a new report by British Marine
British sailor Jeanne Socrates abandons new record attempt
Jeanne Socrates has undergone surgery after a fall from a ladder. She has now abandoned her attempt to become the oldest person to sail around the world solo, non-stop and…
MOB myths busted – Part 2
MOB is such a big concern that many of us ignore it. In this series Noel Dilly shares some thought-provoking and controversial ideas about MOB recovery
Plans for a deposit return scheme for bottles and cans in Scotland
It is hoped the new initiative will cut down on the number of bottles and cans found floating in the sea and littering the land in Scotland
Fines for red diesel remain suspended in Belgium
The RYA said sailors can cruise Belgium "without fear of being fined" following confirmation that checks on British yachts remain suspended until further notice
Production begins on the new Bénéteau Figaro 3 foiling monohull
The French boat building giant has announced it is producing hulls and decks for the Figaro 3 foiling monohull
Refit for Sir Alec Rose’s Lively Lady ahead of 50th anniversary celebrations
Lively Lady is to undergo a major refit with the Hayling Yacht Company as preparations get underway to mark the 50th anniversary of Sir Alec Rose's historic circumnavigation
What is a katabatic wind, and what is not?
Katabatics are associated with strong, sudden gusts, but they can be confused with other phenomena. Chris Beeson explains
October 2017
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