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World Sailing publishes Olympic Vision to steer the sport through to Brisbane 2032

World Sailing has published its Olympic Vision strategy which is aimed at strengthening the sport’s contribution to the Olympic Movement.

IRC Rating to publish valid boat data for IRC certificates

In a major move towards increased transparency IRC Rating is now publishing the valid boat data for all boats with an IRC certificate issued since 1st January 2024

YJA Yachtsman & Young Sailor of the Year Award winners revealed

Winners of the UK’s most prestigious awards in British yachting, the YJA Yachtsman of the Year and the YJA Young Sailor of the Year, supported by Henri-Lloyd, have been revealed. YJA Yachtsman of the Year – Lawrie Smith YJA Young Sailor…

IMOCA Class – Official Statement regards illicit routing in the Vendée Globe

IMOCA Class issues statement of investigation into reported external routing in the Vendée Globe 2020-2021

Body Heat mapping features in new Smart-Therm jackets

Henri-Lloyd’s lightweight and highly breathable Smart-Therm Mid Layer Jacket designed using its new Smart-Therm technology

Portsmouth Formula Kite European Championship awarded Platinum Clean Regatta Award

The organisers of the Formula Kite European Championships, held on Eastney Beach, Portsmouth in 2023, have been awarded the Platinum Clean Regatta Award

World Sailing confirms participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in international competition

World Sailing confirms participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in international competition

World Sailing appoints new Head of International Development

World Sailing has appointed experienced sports administration professional Fiona Kidd as its new Head of International Development.

Finalists revealed for 2023 YJA Yachting Awards

The finalists for the most prestigious awards in British yachting – the 2023 YJA Yachtsman of the Year, the YJA Young Sailor of the Year and the YJA Young Journalist of the Year have been decided

Iain Percy pays birthday tribute to Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson

Iain Percy has paid a birthday tribute to his Olympic sailing partner, Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson, who died while training for the America’s Cup 10 years ago.