Bonds Flying Roos Reign in Auckland – as Split-Fleet Debut Delivers High-Speed Drama
Mastering the wind and the waves, Australia’s Bonds Flying Roos have once again reigned supreme in the City of Sails. Sealing their victory in a dramatic, rain-soaked Final on Auckland’s Waitematā Harbor, the Aussies held off fierce pressure from Emirates GBR and Spain to secure their second consecutive victory in New Zealand
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Maxi Edmond de Rothschild launched, opening a new chapter in flying Ultim design
After more than two years in build, Gitana 18, the 32-metre Maxi Edmond de Rothschild has been launched, marking the culmination of an ambitious construction programme and the start of a new chapter for the Gitana Team
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Major crash takes New Zealand and France out of ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix
Opening day of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix | Auckland was cut short after two fleet races, due to a catastrophic collision between home-team Black Foils and DS Team France
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Navigating Regulation: European Yachting Faces Stricter Anti Money Laundering Rules
The yachting sector is preparing for a major regulatory shift. From 10 July 2027, a new European regulation aimed at strengthening the prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing will come into force. We spoke with Ezio Dal Maso, partner, and Blanche Balian, of counsel, at the law firm Stephenson Harwood, to understand how this framework will affect the market and which practical measures industry professionals will need to adopt
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From Taiwan to Australia: 90 Ocean Enclosed Delivered for an Asian Odyssey
Sunseeker is proud to celebrate the handover of a spectacular 90 Ocean Enclosed in Asia, with our dedicated partner DCH Marine. This marks the third yacht purchased in three years by the ambitious young owner who’s planning even bigger adventures
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2026 ORC Rules and Sailor Services now online
The Offshore Racing Congress (ORC) is pleased to announce that the 2026 editions of ORC Rules and Regulations are available at https://orc.org/organization/rules-regulations.
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Mangusta GranSport 38: Miami debut for the new 38-meter yacht with double asymmetry
Overmarine Group presents the Mangusta GranSport 38 at the Miami International Boat Show, a 38-meter yacht built in composite in Viareggio with double asymmetric architecture
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Nine seasons later, the ETF26 is flying higher than ever
In 2026, the ETF26 Series will compete in its 9th season : a symbolic milestone for a boat already approaching its 10th anniversary in 2027. And instead of slowing down, the class is accelerating
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Heading to Auckland: DS Automobiles SailGP Team France ready for a High-Intensity Weekend
After an impressive season opener in Perth — marked by podium success and dominance in the fleet races — the DS Automobiles SailGP Team France, led by driver Quentin Delapierre, returns to competition this weekend in Auckland for the second Sail Grand Prix of the 2026 season
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Black Foils Set to Rejoin Fleet as ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix Returns
The ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix will welcome 13 international teams to Auckland this weekend for high-speed, high-action stadium racing just meters from the shoreline – all set against the backdrop of one of sailing’s most iconic cities
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