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The first running of the International Maxi Association’s Caribbean Maxi Multihull Series concluded on Sunday with the end of the BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival held out of Nanny Cay, Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. The new series…

Cork Harbour's Justin Slattery returns to Galateia for the third edition of the IMA Maxi European Championship in seven week's time. So far, 31 registered entries have been received, with 24 firmed up for the event, organised by the Circolo del…

The 13th edition of the Superyacht Challenge Antigua (SYCA) was held in fantastic conditions off the South Coast of Antigua with Tradewinds ranging from 13-20 knots. Five days of racing were held rounding deep water and inshore marks, making full…

The Superyacht Cup Palma, one of the most prestigious superyacht regattas in the world, is set to welcome a fleet of impressive vessels from June 19 to 22 this year. The event, held annually in Mallorca, Spain, has always been…

Maxi superyacht Arca SGR – Ca’ Sagredo, helmed by Furio Benussi, claimed the top spot on the podium by securing the overall victory in the tenth edition of Italy's Venice Hospitality Challenge, a feat that follows their recent triumph at…

After their win in the Maxi A World Championships in Porto Cervo, Italy in September, a crew with some of Ireland's top superyacht racing talent onboard Galateia took third overall in the MAA division at Les Voiles de St. Tropez Regatta…

A crew with some of Ireland's top big boat talent are the deserved winners of the September Sailor of the Month Award (Superyacht), after their win in the Maxi A World Championships in Porto Cervo, Italy. A seven-strong Irish presence…

Nautor Swan has introduced the Swan 100, their latest addition to the Swan Maxi Family, in Monaco. The unveiling took place at the Yacht Club de Monaco during this year's Swan Maxi Talk, which was moderated by journalist Clare Mahon…

Pellegrino's shipyard unveils its latest Arcadia model, the A96, at the superyacht boat show in Monaco this weekend. Measuring 29 metres, this exquisite yacht will be showcased alongside other opulent and luxurious large yachts, providing an unmatched opportunity for enthusiasts…

Based in Antalya, Turkey, Ares Shipyard has unveiled its new superyacht brand 'Ares Yachts' at this week's 2023 Monaco Yacht Show. Originally founded in 2006 by the Kalafatoğlu family, which is bolstered by a long tradition of shipbuilding and sailing,…

Sunseeker, a British manufacturer of luxury yachts, has recently unveiled their latest concept, the 120 superyacht, at this week's 2023 Monaco Yacht Show. The new marque boasts a modern design, exquisite style, and a functional layout. According to Andrea Frabetti,…

A crew with some of Ireland's top big boat talent has won the Maxi A World Championships in Porto Cervo, Italy. Run by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda in conjunction with the International Maxi Association, the final day's racing started but…

The 33rd edition of the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup has served up spectacular and challenging sailing conditions and provided the platform for elite crews to demonstrate their skill and appetite for first-class competition. After three days of racing, the leaders…

Ireland’s latest superyacht arrival is the 49m Reef Chief, which moored at Belfast Harbour on Tuesday afternoon (8 August), as the Belfast Telegraph reports. The €23m vessel is owned by multi-millionaire industrialist and art collector James Dicke, and takes its…

The south coast regatta season is in full swing, and Kinsale was the place to be at the weekend for sailing activities and a spectacular fireworks display set off from the commanding position of James Fort at Kinsale Harbour. The…

The 100-footer (which set the race record in 2012 as Esimit Europa 2), crossed the finish line in Genoa at 11:33:16 after 26h 30m 16s of racing. It was an impeccable regatta for the big maxi which led the fleet…