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Neoliner Origin and the AeroRig: practical evidence of wind-assisted commercial shipping
Neoliner Origin and the AeroRig: practical evidence of wind-assisted commercial shipping

Neoliner Origin, a 136m roll-on/roll-off vessel owned by Neoline, reported fuel consumption reductions of up to 80% on its October...

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February 24, 2026
Beneteau Oceanis 331 Clipper: Practical Specs, Handling and Coastal Use
Beneteau Oceanis 331 Clipper: Practical Specs, Handling and Coastal Use

With a minimum draft of 2'11" (0.90m) in the centreboard-up position and a standard fin draft of 5'3" (1.60m), the...

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February 24, 2026
Purpose — Award-Winning Fountaine Pajot Saba 50 Cruising St Martin and St Barths
Purpose — Award-Winning Fountaine Pajot Saba 50 Cruising St Martin and St Barths

Purpose, the Fountaine Pajot Saba 50 sailing catamaran, is currently positioned in St Martin and St Barths with confirmed winter...

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February 24, 2026
How to strip, fill and fair GRP-covered plywood decks for safer, attractive charters
How to strip, fill and fair GRP-covered plywood decks for safer, attractive charters

A single day of downtime for a small charter yacht often represents a direct loss in bookings and can ripple...

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February 24, 2026
Highlights and logistics for the RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show 2026 at Farnborough
Highlights and logistics for the RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show 2026 at Farnborough

Farnborough International’s exhibition halls provide roll-on access and dedicated loading bays that allow exhibitors to stage complete dinghy and catamaran...

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February 24, 2026
Saffier SE 28 Leopard — a compact daysailer designed around lounging and inshore use
Saffier SE 28 Leopard — a compact daysailer designed around lounging and inshore use

The Saffier SE 28 Leopard's hull length of 8.40 m, beam of 2.70 m and displacement of 2.2 t with...

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February 24, 2026
Balearic Islands notch strong start to 2026 with highest recreational boat registrations in Spain
Balearic Islands notch strong start to 2026 with highest recreational boat registrations in Spain

In January 2026 the Balearic Islands registered 31 recreational boats, a 34.8% year‑on‑year increase from 23 units in January 2025,...

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February 24, 2026
Practical Guide to Setting Up an Astern Tow at Sea
Practical Guide to Setting Up an Astern Tow at Sea

When preparing an astern tow, aim to maintain a steady 2–3 knots, keep both vessels on the same wave cycle,...

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February 24, 2026
Saffier SE28 Leopard: new cruiser-racer details and tourism potential
Saffier SE28 Leopard: new cruiser-racer details and tourism potential

Presented at the Düsseldorf Boat Show with revised hull and deck moulds, the Saffier SE28 Leopard arrives 15 cm wider...

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February 24, 2026
Booker Lagoon: Timing the Tidal Exit, Wildlife Encounters, and Quiet Anchorages in the Broughtons
Booker Lagoon: Timing the Tidal Exit, Wildlife Encounters, and Quiet Anchorages in the Broughtons

The exit channel from Booker Lagoon offers less than an hour of slack water at optimal tides, making timing the...

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February 24, 2026
Market Moves: Florida Yachts International Reports Closed Sales and Rising Interest in Day Boats
Market Moves: Florida Yachts International Reports Closed Sales and Rising Interest in Day Boats

Miami saw four yacht title transfers finalized through Florida Yachts International this week, with delivery windows averaging 7–10 days from...

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February 24, 2026
Practical Guide to Picking a Yacht Charter Broker That Matches Your Travel Style
Practical Guide to Picking a Yacht Charter Broker That Matches Your Travel Style

Charter brokerages typically manage access to dozens of yachts across multiple regions, filtering hundreds of listings into a shortlist that...

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February 24, 2026