Climate change and overfishing threaten once ‘endless’ Antarctic krill

Antarctic krill — tiny, filter-feeding crustaceans that live in the Southern Ocean — have long existed in mind-boggling numbers. A 2009 study estimated that the species has a biomass of between 300 million and 500 million metric tons, which is more than any other multicellular wild animal in the world. Not only are these teensy […]

Spirit Yachts goes all-electric for Southampton Boat Show

Yacht designer and builder Spirit Yachts will be displaying two electric drive sailing yachts at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show from 16-25 September 2022. As part of Spirit Yachts’ drive to lower the carbon footprint of its yachts, the company will be exhibiting a new Spirit 44CR (cruiser racer) and a Spirit 30. The […]

Nominations open for Sustainability Award

Nominations are now open for this year’s World Sailing 11th Hour Racing Sustainability Award, the fifth edition of the highest recognition of success in marine sustainability.

Environmental showcase at Southampton International Boat Show

The organisers of the Southampton International Boat Show are introducing a new Environmental Innovation Showcase at the 2022 event. Exhibitors are being encouraged to submit entries to clinch a spot in this inaugural showcase at the event, which runs from 16-25 September. The new Environmental Innovation Showcase, located in Ocean Hall, will shine a spotlight […]

SailGP set to deliver milestone in clean energy

SailGP will take its biggest step forward in its ambition to be the most sustainable and purpose driven global sports league, with some of the most progressive technological and sustainable clean energy innovations in action.

SuMoth: The eco-friendly foiling design challenge for students

The SuMoth Challenge is a unique design competition for students to build and race foiling International Moth dinghies similar to Formula Student Lake Garda, Italy is about to welcome its annual meeting of speed-focussed sailors and designers at Foiling Week, which combines on the water racing with the chance to showcase and share innovative design […]

Hydroponics on board: A solution for fresh vegetables on board

The crew of the catamaran Nomade des mers experimented with a series of low-techs on board the sailing boat, some of which can be adapted to our pleasure boats. Focus on hydroponics, a system that has the potential to seduce long-distance sailors.