The Securities & Exchange Commission is known to regularly fine Barclays for financial crimes that include money laundering, and the well-known LIBOR Scandal. Questionable investment advice has been issued by Barclays, which is recommending retail investors purchase stocks with cruise liners like the Royal Caribbean & Carnival Co. On paper, the concept of purchasing cruise […]
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2020 Victoria – Maui International Yacht Race Cancelled
Another cancellation in the sailing community was announced. The 2020 Victoria – Maui International Yacht Race has been terminated for this season. Expected to start on July 13th to 16th, organizers were forced to cancel following the Covid-19 Pandemic. It would’ve been hosted by the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, with additional assistance from the Lahaina […]
Navy Patrol Boats Arrive in Ukraine
The United States Defence Department announced to Members of Congress that they’d be providing $125 million worth of military assistance for Ukraine. This will include Armed Patrol Boats throughout Ukrainian-owned oceans. Before this assistance can be provided to the Ukrainian people, the American Congress has the right to review the aide and potentially deny the […]
52 Super Series Arrives at Cape Town
The 52 Super Series ninth season kicks off between the 2nd of March and the 6th and will take place at the Grand Prix Monohull circuit in Cape Town’s Table Bay. It is expected to create a variety of challenges for races in what will be the first of six events this season. This is […]
New Models from the 2020 Miami Yacht Show
Sailing enthusiasts have been greeted with dozens of new models at the 2020 Miami Yacht Show. There’s one model that’s stolen the show, with that being the Palm Beach GT60. It’s manufactured at 19.5 metres, with the design being entirely crafted by Mark Richards. Individuals wanting to purchase the GT60 receive 40 knots of power, […]
The Top Sailing Events in Canada
Located across Canada are multiple sailing clubs, which compete in various competitions across the nation. This extends from Nova Scotia to Ontario and beyond. Below we’ve compiled the top outfits across Canada that regularly compete in these competitions. The 1st is the Saint Margaret’s Sailing Club, which is located out of Glen Haven in Nova […]
Georgia Government Facing Backlash from Sailors
The United States Boat Owners Association confirmed that they’d sent letters to Georgia State Officials. Those who are connected to this association include 500,000 sailors in America. Their concern is the restrictions that have been placed in Georgia waters, which was implemented by Brain Kemp and is already affecting the tourism industry. This follows after […]
Italy Capsizes during America Cup Training
This week provided unexpected headlines for supporters of international sailing. It was revealed that the Emirates New Zealand Team had capsized their newly purchased AC75. Shortly after it was noted that Luna Rossa from Italy had also overturned their vessel before the 36th America’s Cup. Unlike New Zealand, the Italians couldn’t save their AC75 and […]
Horrible Weather at Biscayne Bay
Athletes participating in the Florida Regatta were met with unexpected weather, which prompted some of the most life-threating conditions seen in sailing. There was an increased presence of freezing rain and wind, resulting in 182 sailors having to use all their skillsets to keep their vessels moving forward. Racers participating in this Miami event were […]
The Sailing Regatta’s for January
The 2020 Season for International Sailing is beginning, two events taking place on opposite ends of the world. The 1st is the Caribbean Regatta, which is held by the Barbados Sailing Club throughout January 18th to 21st. This event will comprise of multiple vessels, including windsurfers and racing yachts. This extends to kite surfers, cruisers, […]
