We Expect Big Things From the America’s Cup on September 13th.

BMW ORACLE have announced that they will announce some announcements on the 13th of September. The defender of the America’s Cup and the Challenger of Record will make public a new and exciting America’s Cup boat class and reveal the protocol to govern the 34th edition of the event at a press conference in Valencia. Speculation [...]

World Yacht Racing Forum To Host ‘Sailing Venue Benefits’ Panel.

In recent years, sailing has managed to position itself as a sport that is worthy of major event status for many cities. While the positioning about a venue for the next America’s Cup continues, commercial sailing event promoters are starting to be in a position where multiple cities are bidding to host their events. The [...]

New EU ‘Anti-Shock’ Legislation Will Impact Yacht Racing Teams.

It’s almost impossible to run a professional yacht racing team without a Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) these days. Whether it is being used for safety, coaching or getting VIP guests or media close to the action, the versatile craft are everywhere. While some might love the high-speed element, many of these experiences are incredibly uncomfortable. [...]

Short Stories. Other Sailing News Digest.

Royal Southern Yacht Club appoints Press Officer The Hamble-based Royal Southern Yacht Club has retained the services of marine industry PR specialist and experienced event press officer, Peta Stuart-Hunt. The appointment is with immediate effect and Stuart-Hunt’s PR Works consultancy will assist the Club’s marketing team in shaping and directing its media and communications campaign, covering [...]

America’s Cup Video Mashup Begins in Valencia.

There is a temptation to delay reporting on the America’s Cup TV trials in Valencia until there are some decisions made. A sailing team sticking a bunch of cameras on two boats is not exactly news and down the beach a bit in Barcelona, you can watch America’s Cup teams like TEAMORIGIN and Emirates Team [...]

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