Administrators are looking for new owners for the Island Harbour Marina on the Isle of Wight after the operator, Uavend Investments LLP went into administration
Sailing news
Electronic charts and display systems need approval before 2026
Calls for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency to approve electronic charts and display systems as an alternative to Admiralty paper charts before 2026
Small boat Atlantic crossing: record attempt in a 21ft yacht
American solo sailor Jay Thompson is preparing to cross from New York to Lizard Point in his Mini 6.50 to establish a new small boat Atlantic crossing record
Why is there a Calor Gas shortage?
Calor Gas has said the supply of 4.5kg and 7kg Calor butane gas bottles should improve later this year
Global Solo Challenge: racing around the world in a 34ft boat
Dafydd Hughes was the second sailor to sign up for the Global Solo Challenge. He shares how he is preparing to race his S&S 34 around the world
Admiralty paper charts to cease
The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has announced it will stop producing Admiralty paper charts by late 2026 to increase its focus on its digital navigation products and services
Easing of restrictions for EU VAT paid yachts delayed
Currently, VAT has to be paid again on all EU-VAT paid yachts, based in the EU, which were purchased before 31 December 2020 and are brought into the UK
Pelican of London: opening doors for teenagers
Former journalist Dave Rushby is funding seven places for 16-17 year olds on the Pelican of London to help them build confidence and life skills. He is hoping other people…
Marine mortgages: Is your paperwork up to date?
Sales of boats are being delayed in the UK because cleared mortgages continue to show up as outstanding on the UK Ship Register
Foiling yacht makes clean hydrogen for the first time
DRIFT Energy has announced it has successfully produced clean hydrogen using its first purpose-built hydrofoil sailboat in sea trials