European Yacht of the Year 2013: The Winners
January 22nd 2013
Finally, the secrets are out: During Flagship Night following the opening day of the Düsseldorf Boat Show, the winners of the EYOTY contest got on stage.
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European Powerboat of the Year 2013: The Winners
January 21st 2013
In the festive surroundings of Düsseldorf the eagerly anticipated winners of the European Powerboat of the Year 2013 Awards were announced.
In the festive surroundings of Düsseldorf the eagerly anticipated winners of the European Powerboat of the Year 2013 Awards were announced.
European Powerboat of the Year Awards 2013: The Candidates
January 16th 2013
There are plenty of new boats on exhibit at the boat shows, but which ones are a cut above the rest? The European Powerboat of the Year contest seeks to answer that question.
There are plenty of new boats on exhibit at the boat shows, but which ones are a cut above the rest? The European Powerboat of the Year contest seeks to answer that question.
Does Copper Need Coating in the Marine Environment?
January 13th 2013
Copper bus bars can take on a patina without losing any of their conductivity, but there's no harm in protecting them further.
Copper bus bars can take on a patina without losing any of their conductivity, but there's no harm in protecting them further.
Bernard Stamm Deserves A Jury of His Peers
January 5th 2013
A recent disqualification decision has led many of his Vendée Globe competitors to publicly support Bernard Stamm.
A recent disqualification decision has led many of his Vendée Globe competitors to publicly support Bernard Stamm.
Sint Maarten Yacht Club Wins 2012 Wight Vodka Favorite Yachting Bar Contest
January 4th 2013
When voting concluded on December 27th, a well-known watering hole in the Caribbean had won for the second time in four years.
When voting concluded on December 27th, a well-known watering hole in the Caribbean had won for the second time in four years.
Beneteau Sense 46: Expanding the Concept
December 29th 2012
With the Sense 46, Beneteau remains true to the discrete and unconventional concept by closing the gap between 43 and 50 feet.
With the Sense 46, Beneteau remains true to the discrete and unconventional concept by closing the gap between 43 and 50 feet.
Carella Takes F1 H20 World Title
December 26th 2012
Driving for the Qatar team, the American racer defends despite some racecourse mishaps.
Driving for the Qatar team, the American racer defends despite some racecourse mishaps.
Favourite Yachting Bar: The King and Queen
December 23rd 2012
boats.com UK editor Gael Pawson counts the King and Queen in Hamble as her "local," and it is currently sitting in third place as the Favorite Yachting Bar contest heats up.
boats.com UK editor Gael Pawson counts the King and Queen in Hamble as her "local," and it is currently sitting in third place as the Favorite Yachting Bar contest heats up.
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600: Long-Distance Runner
December 22nd 2012
With a new 36-footer, Jeanneau addresses performance-oriented sailors. The Sun Fast 3600 should appeal to in- and offshore racing
With a new 36-footer, Jeanneau addresses performance-oriented sailors. The Sun Fast 3600 should appeal to in- and offshore racing
Peters and May Hydro Boils Coniston Water
December 21st 2012
The Unlimited U-11 hydro driven by J.W Myers broke records and set a new benchmark without even pushing to the max.
The Unlimited U-11 hydro driven by J.W Myers broke records and set a new benchmark without even pushing to the max.
J/70: Hitting the High Notes
December 20th 2012
This ramp-launchable offering from JBoats is already popular, months before its first birthday.
This ramp-launchable offering from JBoats is already popular, months before its first birthday.
Favorite Yachting Bar: Bitter End Yacht Club and the Lemon Crash
December 19th 2012
Planter’s punches and banana daiquiris are well and good, but after a long day of sailing, what sets you right is the restorative cool and tang of the Lemon Crash, a signature drink of this British Virgin Islands sailing mecca.
Planter’s punches and banana daiquiris are well and good, but after a long day of sailing, what sets you right is the restorative cool and tang of the Lemon Crash, a signature drink of this British Virgin Islands sailing mecca.
Torqeedo Wins DAME Award at METS
November 13th 2012
The Design Awards METS (known as the DAME Awards) were just announced in The Netherlands. METS is the largest trade show in the world for the international marine leisure industry.
The Design Awards METS (known as the DAME Awards) were just announced in The Netherlands. METS is the largest trade show in the world for the international marine leisure industry.

