Yacht Racing & Regattas

America’s Cup Review Committee starts work and meets with teams

Today, May 17, in San Francisco, saw the America’s Cup Review Committee begin its work and meet with the teams.

Rolex Capri Sailing Week Volcano Race 2013 to kick off tomorrow

This year’s Rolex Capri Sailing Week Volcano Race will start tomorrow, on May 18. The race will last until May 24, hosting an international fleet of Maxi yachts, including such beautiful vessels as Y3K yacht.

Great Success of Oyster yachts at Tahiti Pearl Regatta in French Polynesia

Taken place in the enchanting yacht charter location – French Polynesia, the 2013 Tahiti Pearl Regatta hosted over 50 yachts, including 11 Oyster yachts such as the Oyster 82/04 superyacht Pandemonium.

Video of majestic J Class yachts competing in St Barths Bucket 2013

This is a beautiful video of the magnificent J Class yachts, participating in the 2013 St Barths Bucket Regatta, released by Onne van der Wal.

Giraglia Rolex Cup 2013, June 14 – 22

The popular Mediterranean yacht race, Giraglia Rolex Cup, will return from June 14 to 22, 2013. This year’s weeklong event will not be attended by superyacht Esimit Europa 2, leaving an open field for the battle to such lovely vessels as the 72ft yacht Bella Mente.

America’s Cup 2013: Experts appointed to Review Committee

The training and racing of AC72 yachts in the 2013 America’s Cup will be monitored by a panel of experts, named to the Review Committee. The announcement follows the tragic death of Artemis Racing crew member Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson.

Perini Navi Cup 2013, August 28 – 30

Set to run from August 28 to 30, the 5th Perini Navi Cup will be once again hosting the most spectacular sailboats, built by the Perini Navi Group. So far, 18 vessels have confirmed their presence, including the all-new 60m mega yacht Seahawk (hull C.2193).

FC100 sailing yacht NOMADE IV leaves Maxi Dolphin shipyard to continue construction in Marghera, Italy

The prestigious Italian builder, Maxi Dolphin has recently transported its new 30-metre FC100 superyacht Nomade IV to Marghera, near Venice to continue the vessel’s construction. Scheduled for delivery in mid-July 2013, Nomade IV will make her debut at the upcoming Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup.

America’s Cup Director tasked with running fact-finding mission

America’s Cup Director Ian Murray is currently conducting a review into the circumstances surrounding the capsize of the Artemis Racing AC72 yacht.

America’s Cup Director Iain Murray to lead review following tragic death of Artemis Racing crewmember

America’s Cup Director Iain Murray will lead a review following tragic loss of Artemis Racing crewman Andrew Simpson.

America’s Cup Artemis Racing sailor Andrew Simpson passes away in training accident

British Olympian as well as America’s Cup Artemis Racing sailor, Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson, has died after a capsize, as confirmed with immense sadness by Artemis Racing today.

Esimit Europa 2 yacht to compete in northern Europe for the first time

Superyacht Esimit Europa 2 will compete in the northern Europe for the very first time, participating in such important races as the Rolex Fastnet Race in the UK.