Fizzing with Innovation
In the offshore apparel market, where heritage counts and habits are hard to break, you’ve got to admire a company like Zhik.
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Structured Luffs for All
At Europe’s major superyacht crossroads of Palma de Mallorca, the three key experts at the Doyle Sails loft are each involved in projects widely diverse in nature but all sharing a commitment to extract maximum benefit from the company’s groundbreaking Structured Luff technology.
The Quiet Sailcloth Revolution Gets Louder
In a world where sailcloth innovations are often either overhyped or under-delivered, Dimension-Polyant’s Tyra PLY has managed something far rarer—quiet credibility.
Stronger Together...
...but Doyle Sails will continue to compete against its former arch rivals.
Shape of the Future
Marc Lombard Design Group’s highly successful Lift Class40 designs have now evolved into a racer-cruiser – built in the UK at SR Structures in Lymington.
Taking the load off
It used to be a tough choice for superyachts: either accept very high gearing on the helm or lose the direct feedback from the rudder. Now there’s no need to compromise.
As good as it looks
Giuliano Luzzatto checks out the new wallywind110 Galma for Seahorse, while watching the 37th America’s Cup match
Well engineered
Bavaria Yachts revolutionised the way boats were built 45 years ago when the brand was launched. Today that market-leading innovation continues.
No furling line required…
New from UBI Maior: an electric version of its Jiber top-down headsail furler
An all-time classic
The Rolex Swan Cup has been going great guns for six decades and it’s the enduring appeal of the event that puts it in a class of its own
Beneteau's new Croatian masterclass
A new training programme for First 36 buyers with coaching from pro sailors is part of a drive by Beneteau to help owners get a lot more value out of their boats.
It’s a long way down from here
Synergy between Harken companies ties together high-efficiency rope handling equipment with world class rope-safety and rescue training
Showcasing the future of Yachting
The organisers of the Genoa Boat Show report a record-breaking edition in 2024, staged in their newly redeveloped, purpose-built show ground.