Sailors are being urged to comment on Government plans to abolish red diesel for private pleasure craft. An eight week consultation is now underway
Sailing news
New boats at Southampton Boat Show
There are still bargains and discounts to be found at shows around the world, of course, but in a world of online chandlery and speedy delivery they are no longer…
Getting technical – welcome to Yachting Monthly August 2019
Why the details are part of the delight of sailing. Welcome to the August 2019 issue of Yachting Monthly, on sale 18 July
Cowes classic spectacle
Old and new classic and classic-style yachts are gathering in Cowes this weekend ahead of the Panerai British Classic Week.
Skippering courses for chartering
Holiday company Ocean Elements are offering alternatives to RYA qualifications for summer charter skippers
Ocean Globe Race: Retro Whitbread Round the World race announced
The organisers of the 2018 Golden Globe Race have announced a new race. The Ocean Globe Race will follow the same route as the 1973 Whitbread Race and those taking…
Yacht safety consultation underway as MCA tightens guidance after the Cheeki Rafiki trial
Sailors are being asked to comment on six draft marine guidance notices (MGNs) on yacht safety. It follows a pledge by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency to review MGN 280…
Clipper Ventures: ‘We did not ignore previous MAIB recommendations’
Clipper Ventures, which runs the Clipper Round the World Race, has said the safety of crew is and remains its 'highest priority'. The MAIB has just published the report into…
Wild cruising – welcome to the Summer 2019 issue of Yachting Monthly
Why getting off the beaten track doesn't need to be difficult. Welcome to the Summer 2019 issue of Yachting Monthly, on sale 20 June
Yachting Utopia: cruise into summer with Yachting Monthly July 2019
Why a blissful summer afloat takes planning and preparation - Editor's welcome to the July 2019 issue of Yachting Monthly