Oscar of water sports: These are Europe’s best powerboats and sailing yachts

  Simply being nominated as the “European Yacht of the Year” or “European Powerboat of the Year” is a special recognition of a boatbuilder’s achievements. At FLAGSHIP NIGHT, the maritime industry Event organised by publishing house Delius Klasing Verlag and the “Boot” trade show in Düsseldorf on Saturday evening, the winners of the two renowned … Read more

New America’s Cup class yacht achieves speeds of up to 100 km/h

With 100 days remaining until the start of the 35th America’s Cup regattas, Defender Oracle TEAM USA has revealed the America’s Cup class yacht, with which it hopes to claim a third successive triumph this summer. “This is the boat we’re racing to win the America’s Cup,” said skipper Jimmy Spithill, addressing a crowd of … Read more

Philippe Briand’s Egoiste 100 is a new spin on classic sailing concepts

The Egoiste 100 – a new stunning 100-foot carbon sloop concept by Philippe Briand. London-based French yacht designer Philippe Briand unveiled plans for his newest concept, The Egoiste/ Egoist 100. Philippe Briand has been designing sailing yachts over the last 40 years and is recognized as a top tier sailing yacht designer. Today he is … Read more

Wally//Otto or a new era for Maxi racing yachts

• Smarter, more realistic racing campaign budgets • Quick conversion to a comfortable day-cruiser • Much greater longevity and value Wally introduces a new era for Maxi racing yachts with the launch of Wally//Otto, a 80ft, One Design racing yacht, with a uniquely versatile design that increases year-round enjoyment and long-term value. Wally Otto has … Read more