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Oyster unveils the C60, its first sailing catamaran, at Cannes - Boating news - Nautical news
The Ocean Race Atlantic: four contenders with 500 miles to Lorient - Boating news - Nautical news

The Ocean Race Atlantic: four contenders with 500 miles to Lorient

Four teams were still in contention as The Ocean Race Atlantic entered its final 500 nautical miles on 9 September 2026. DMG MORI Global One held the advantage in the inaugural fully crewed IMOCA crossing from New York to Lorient, with fast reaching conditions giving way to the prospect of a tense, lighter-wind finish. This report covers the organisers’ bulletin of 9 September. Positions are the snapshot at 12:00 UTC that day; the arrival window below is the forecast...

Golden Globe Race 2026 sets sail from Les Sables-d’Olonne as Biscay brings the first challenges - Boating news - Nautical news

Golden Globe Race 2026 sets sail from Les Sables-d’Olonne as Biscay brings the first challenges

Sixteen solo sailors began the McIntyre Golden Globe Race from Les Sables-d’Olonne on 6 September 2026, setting off on a non-stop, unassisted circumnavigation of roughly 30,000 nautical miles. After an emotional farewell and a light-wind start, the Bay of Biscay quickly delivered the first tests of endurance and seamanship. This report draws on the organisers’ release dated 8 September. Race positions refer to 12:00 UTC on 8 September 2026. Four years of preparation, one...

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 opens with 700 boats and 680 exhibitors - Boating news - Nautical news

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 opens with 700 boats and 680 exhibitors

The 49th Cannes Yachting Festival opened on Tuesday 8 September 2026. Until Sunday 13 September, the Vieux Port and Port Canto bring together 680 exhibitors and 700 boats from 5 to 55 metres, according to the organiser’s opening release. Almost 56,000 international visitors are expected over the six days. The line-up spans sailing and motor boats, monohulls and multihulls, dayboats, superyachts and electric or hybrid solutions, alongside equipment, design, services,...

Marina Port Valencia’s SailGP debut draws thousands as the United States takes victory - Boating news - Nautical news

Marina Port Valencia’s SailGP debut draws thousands as the United States takes victory

Marina Port Valencia has completed its first weekend as a SailGP host venue. The Spain Sail Grand Prix Valencia, held on 5 and 6 September 2026, brought thousands of fans to the waterfront and ended with the United States taking victory ahead of Australia. The circuit’s first visit to Valencia combined elite racing with a busy weekend at the marina. According to Marina Port Valencia’s event review, tickets sold out for both race days. Thirteen teams on a course close to...

Cape Horn Hall of Fame welcomes six new inductees in 2026 - Boating news - Nautical news

Cape Horn Hall of Fame welcomes six new inductees in 2026

George Anson, Alexia Barrier, Thomas Coville, Guirec Soudée, Brian Thompson and Paul Cayard are the six new names in the Cape Horn Hall of Fame. The International Association of Cape Horners (IACH) held the ceremony in Les Sables-d’Olonne on 4 September 2026, as the 16 Golden Globe Race skippers made their final preparations for a solo circumnavigation. Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, IACH president and pioneer of solo non-stop circumnavigation, and Jean-Luc van den Heede, the...

Boats for sale

trimarchi | petra

The Trimarchi Petra combines modern design with an excellent layout, designed to enjoy the sea in comfort and safety. With compact LOA and great stability, it offers well-used spaces throughout the deck. It has a large bow sunpad, comfortable cockpit seats and a centre console with wraparound windscreen for protected and pleasant navigation. Its outboard engine ensures agile, efficient and reliable performance, ideal for coastal outings with family or friends.

valhalla boatworks | sparkman & stephens

Hughes 38 — 38' Bluewater Sailboat | 100% Electric | Ready for Adventure Located in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico — currently on the hard. Closest Airport: Phoenix - Arizona We are offering our 38-foot Hughes 38, a proven bluewater cruising sailboat designed for serious offshore sailing and built by Sparkman & Stephens. The hull was designed by Howard Hughes, and the Hughes 38 has a strong reputation as a capable, seaworthy ocean-going boat. This is a strong, lightweight and highly capable bluewater boat, designed to take you offshore and potentially around the world. She is also equipped with a 100% electric propulsion system, powered by solar energy. We have made the difficult decision to sell because our family circumstances are changing and we are no longer able to continue our life at sea as planned. ⚡ Electric & Solar Propulsion • 100% electric propulsion • 2 electric motors: • 1 propulsion motor for the sailboat • 1 motor for the dinghy • 8 lead-acid batteries, all tested and in excellent condition • 6 × 100W solar panels • Solar charge controller + spare controllers • 12V to 110V power outlets × 3 • Starlink-ready internet setup The combination of a lightweight hull, efficient electric propulsion and solar power makes this an especially interesting setup for someone looking for a quieter and more sustainable cruising boat. ⛵ Sails & Sailing Equipment • Mainsail • Storm jib • 110% Genoa • Spinnaker • Tiller autopilot • Long-range VHF radio • Depth sounder / sonar ⚓ Ground Tackle & Safety • Oversized Rocna anchor • Anchor chain • 4-person life raft, valid through the end of 2026 • Life jackets • Safety equipment • Water filtration equipment • Numerous water containers / jugs • Solar showers 🛶 Dinghy & Cruising Gear • Dinghy in excellent condition • No air leaks • Heavy-duty construction dating from the 1980s • Water toys • Full cooking equipment • Fully equipped kitchen • Power tools • Fiberglass, resin and repair supplies • Spare parts • And much more The boat comes with a large amount of equipment and cruising gear, so you can start preparing for your next adventure without having to build your inventory from scratch. 🔧 Work to Consider The boat is ready for continued preparation and cruising, but there are a couple of items we would recommend addressing before an ocean crossing: • Genoa: the sail should be repaired and reinforced if you plan to undertake an ocean crossing. • Anchor chain: some sections show rust. For maximum safety offshore, we recommend replacing it or having it professionally re-galvanized. • If you don't like electric propulsion a brand new shaft and foldable propeller are in place ready to welcome your desired motor. We prefer to be completely transparent about these items so the next owner knows exactly what they are getting. 📍 Location & Access The boat is currently on the hard in Puerto Peñasco,  Mexico. The nearest major international airport is Phoenix, Arizona, from where Puerto Peñasco can be reached by car or bus. Puerto Peñasco is a well-known destination for sailors and is an accessible starting point for someone looking to take ownership of a boat already located in Mexico. 🌊 A Boat for Someone Who Wants to Go Cruising This isn't simply a weekend sailboat. The Hughes 38 was designed with serious offshore cruising in mind. She offers a great foundation for someone who wants to finish the remaining preparation, launch her, and begin their own adventure — whether that's coastal cruising, extended passages, or eventually sailing around the world. Hughes 38 — 38 feet — Bluewater cruiser — 100% electric — Puerto Peñasco, Mexico. Serious inquiries welcome. We are happy to provide additional photos, videos, equipment details and information about the boat.

bluesea | rib hyp750

The Bluesea RIB HYP750 is a large RIB that combines power, stability and generous space. With a versatile, well-used deck, it offers a bow sunpad, generous seating and a large cockpit designed for passenger comfort. Equipped for safe and agile navigation, it is ideal both for day trips and more demanding water activities. Its robust, functional design makes it a perfect choice for those seeking reliability and performance at sea.

grand soleil | 40

Grand Soleil 40 (2005) for sale – Italian performance with upgraded electronics Designed by renowned naval architect Massimo Paperini and built by Cantiere del Pardo, the Grand Soleil 40 is an 11.99 m cruiser-racer combining speed, elegance, reliability and comfort. This 2005 example is equally well suited to racing, cruising and longer passages with family or friends. A major advantage of this yacht is the extensive upgrade to its navigation electronics and electrical system carried out between October 2022 and March 2023. More than €11,000 of work is supported by invoices, giving the boat a far more modern, complete and integrated installation than its original equipment. The clean, practical deck layout leads the running rigging back to the cockpit, making the yacht easy to handle with a short-handed crew. Its optimised hull, generous sail plan and precise, responsive helm deliver agile, balanced and reassuring performance in a wide range of conditions.  Below deck, fine wood joinery creates a bright and welcoming interior with three cabins, two heads and an L-shaped galley. Natural ventilation, well-used space and quality finishes provide excellent comfort for time aboard and multi-day passages. ELECTRONICS AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REFITTED IN 2022–2023 • Dolphin Premium 40A3S battery charger, Yanmar alternator, Yanmar B20 MD engine instrument panel with new wiring, stop relay, diesel tank gauge and sender, engine earth connection, and automatic bilge-pump operation. • Garmin Reactor 40 autopilot with GHC 50 control unit and GHP 12 Class B Compact ML40+ system, installed and commissioned at sea. • Garmin Pack 43 Wired gWind Sail Tridata and wind instruments, with Nautos wind vane and NMEA 2000 network. • Renewed mast wiring, VHF antenna, Hella masthead/deck light and LED anchor light. • Two new 300 A battery isolator switches. • Fixed RT 750 V2 VHF radio. • LED port, starboard and stern navigation lights. • Wind instruments integrated with the autopilot via NMEA 2000. In total, more than €11,000 of invoiced upgrades. Invoices are available. A versatile and elegant Grand Soleil 40 for sailors seeking racing performance with the comfort of a premium cruising yacht.

marinello | 20 evoluzione

Unidad en estado muy cuidado, lista para disfrutar sin necesidad de inversiones adicionales. Esta Marinello 20 Evoluzione del año 2005 destaca por su excelente mantenimiento y su comportamiento estable y noble en el agua, gracias a su casco bien equilibrado y un motor Mercury 115 HP 4-tiempos con uso moderado. La embarcación ha sido preservada con especial atención, permaneciendo en seco cuando no se ha utilizado, lo que ha contribuido a mantener en muy buen estado tanto el casco como los componentes mecánicos. El motor y el casco han sido repintados recientemente y el conjunto presenta un acabado visual atractivo y cuidado. El diseño de la bañera ofrece un espacio cómodo y funcional en relación a su eslora, con tapicería renovada y detalles que aportan confort en navegaciones de día o salidas cortas. Equipa sistema de sonido JBL y sonda Garmin que aportan funcionalidad adicional en navegación y ocio. Este modelo es apreciado por su facilidad de manejo, coste de mantenimiento contenido y versatilidad para actividades de paseo, pesca ligera o escapadas costeras. Visitas y pruebas bajo cita previa.

astondoa | as 46

Magnífica Astondoa AS46 con 3 camarotes dobles y 2 baños completos, amplio flybridge y excelentes espacios exteriores. Equipada con dos Volvo Penta TAMD75 EDC de 481 CV con únicamente 743 y 747 horas. Unidad muy cuidada y con un importante historial de mantenimiento preventivo y mejoras realizadas, incluyendo renovación de instalación eléctrica y electrónica Raymarine, hélice de proa y popa, generador automático y numerosos trabajos mecánicos realizados en 2022. Destaca especialmente por sus pocas horas de motor, su configuración de 3 camarotes y 2 baños y sus amplios espacios exteriores, ofreciendo una combinación ideal para crucero y vida a bordo.

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