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Oceanco to present rebuilt exploration yacht Draak at FLIBS 2026

Oceanco will present the 92.9-metre Draak at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), from 28 October to 1 November 2026. Following her appearance in Monaco alongside Leviathan, the yacht will showcase an extensive rebuild for marine research and exploration, including the first decompression chamber installed aboard an Oceanco yacht. Main image: Draak underway, with her new aft tender operations area. © Oceanco. A new role for a yacht delivered in...

October 01, 2026 #Refits #Superyachts #Flibs #Oceanco #Draak #Inkfish

The Ocean Race 2027: Alicante counts down to the 17 January start

The Ocean Race is turning its attention to Alicante after the Atlantic race, with the 15th edition of the round-the-world event set to start on 17 January 2027. The city will host the departure for a sixth consecutive edition, before the IMOCA fleet tackles a record opening leg to Auckland. Main image: Ocean Live Park in Alicante during the 2023 edition. © Sailing Energy / The Ocean Race. Video: the countdown to Alicante is on Watch the official video on YouTube. Ten days...

September 25, 2026 #Imoca #The Ocean Race 2027 #Alicante #Ocean Live Park

Oyster unveils the 36M, its new sailing flagship, at Monaco

Oyster Yachts has unveiled the Oyster 36M, a new 36-metre monohull sailing superyacht developed with Frers Naval Architecture & Engineering. Presented at the Monaco Yacht Show on 24 September 2026, the flagship combines an interior concept by Milan-based m2atelier with a platform designed for extended ocean cruising. Cover: design rendering of the Oyster 36M under sail. © Oyster Yachts. Watch: introducing the Oyster 36M Watch Oyster’s official presentation above, or...

September 24, 2026 #Oyster Yachts #Monaco Yacht Show #Superyachts #Oyster 36 M

Annapolis Sailboat Show 2026: over 150 boats and the Knysna 550 world premiere

The Annapolis Sailboat Show will bring more than 150 boats and over 500 sailing exhibitors to City Dock in Annapolis, Maryland, on October 15–18, 2026. International debuts, training opportunities and a revised waterfront layout are central to this year’s preview.Cover: archive photograph of the show. © Annapolis Boat Shows.Knysna, Jeanneau and Vaan among the arrivalsThe organizer announces the world premiere of the Knysna 550 and North American debuts for the Jeanneau Sun...

September 22, 2026 #Boat Shows 2026 #Annapolis #Annapolis Sailboat Show

Annapolis Powerboat Show 2026: over 350 boats and the Askari 65 world premiere

The Annapolis Powerboat Show returns to City Dock in Annapolis, Maryland, on October 8–11, 2026, for its 54th edition. Organizers expect more than 350 boats, led by the Askari 65 world premiere, alongside sea trials, practical training and activities for visitors of all ages.Cover: archive photograph of the show. © Annapolis Boat Shows.Debuts and brokerage boatsThe Askari 65 leads the new arrivals: an aluminum cruiser with a builder-estimated range of about 2,300 nautical...

September 22, 2026 #Boat Shows 2026 #Annapolis #Annapolis Powerboat Show

Genoa International Boat Show 2026: over 1,000 boats and the new Blue Arena

The 66th Genoa International Boat Show will take place from 1 to 6 October 2026 at the Waterfront di Levante. Organiser Confindustria Nautica has announced more than 1,000 boats, 215 new models and representation from 45 countries across five continents, spanning sailing boats, motor boats, multihulls, superyachts and equipment. Cover image: the show's presentation at Fondazione Edison in Milan on 15 September. Image: Salone Nautico / Confindustria Nautica. More space...

September 21, 2026 #Boat Shows 2026 #Multihulls #Superyachts #Genoa International Boat Show

Golden Globe Race 2026 — Day 11: leaders clear the Lanzarote film drop

The 2026 McIntyre Golden Globe Race has reached Lanzarote with plenty of stories already written and another weather challenge taking shape. On day 11 of this solo, non-stop, unassisted round-the-world race — sailed in small full-keel production yachts that left Les Sables-d'Olonne on 6 September — the fleet has arrived at its first film-drop gate at Marina Rubicón, with roughly 301 days still to go. France's Damien Guillou, aboard the Rustler 36 SOLAREM, was first to...

September 17, 2026 #Round The World Sailing #Sailing #Golden Globe Race #Solo Sailing #Golden Globe Race 2026 #Damien Guillou

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altair | zafir 38

This Altair Zafir 38 stands out for its spaciousness, robustness and excellent performance underway. Equipped with two Volvo Penta D6 engines of 370 HP and 980 engine hours, it offers reliable performance, ideal both for day trips and longer passages. With a certified LOA of 11.48 m and a beam of 3.85 m, it offers generous deck space, a large cockpit, sunpad and bathing platform. Certified for 12 people, it is a versatile and well-equipped boat for enjoying the sea in complete comfort.

≈ $144,208

grand soleil | 40

Grand Soleil 40 (2005) for sale – Italian performance with upgraded electronics Designed by renowned naval architect Massimo Paperini and built by Cantiere del Pardo, the Grand Soleil 40 is an 11.99 m cruiser-racer combining speed, elegance, reliability and comfort. This 2005 example is equally well suited to racing, cruising and longer passages with family or friends. A major advantage of this yacht is the extensive upgrade to its navigation electronics and electrical system carried out between October 2022 and March 2023. More than €11,000 of work is supported by invoices, giving the boat a far more modern, complete and integrated installation than its original equipment. The clean, practical deck layout leads the running rigging back to the cockpit, making the yacht easy to handle with a short-handed crew. Its optimised hull, generous sail plan and precise, responsive helm deliver agile, balanced and reassuring performance in a wide range of conditions.  Below deck, fine wood joinery creates a bright and welcoming interior with three cabins, two heads and an L-shaped galley. Natural ventilation, well-used space and quality finishes provide excellent comfort for time aboard and multi-day passages. ELECTRONICS AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REFITTED IN 2022–2023 • Dolphin Premium 40A3S battery charger, Yanmar alternator, Yanmar B20 MD engine instrument panel with new wiring, stop relay, diesel tank gauge and sender, engine earth connection, and automatic bilge-pump operation. • Garmin Reactor 40 autopilot with GHC 50 control unit and GHP 12 Class B Compact ML40+ system, installed and commissioned at sea. • Garmin Pack 43 Wired gWind Sail Tridata and wind instruments, with Nautos wind vane and NMEA 2000 network. • Renewed mast wiring, VHF antenna, Hella masthead/deck light and LED anchor light. • Two new 300 A battery isolator switches. • Fixed RT 750 V2 VHF radio. • LED port, starboard and stern navigation lights. • Wind instruments integrated with the autopilot via NMEA 2000. In total, more than €11,000 of invoiced upgrades. Invoices are available. A versatile and elegant Grand Soleil 40 for sailors seeking racing performance with the comfort of a premium cruising yacht.

≈ $146,479

excess | 11

Excess 11 Pulse Line (2025) for sale in Palermo, Sicily. Rúna is a three-cabin owner's catamaran with solar power, lithium batteries and a watermaker. This UK-flagged sailing catamaran has two heads and eight berths, including a convertible double berth in the saloon. The seller reports near-new condition, approximately 400 hours on each engine and more than €130,000 in factory options and owner upgrades. The remaining manufacturer's warranty and winter storage in Palermo until April 2027 are included, according to the seller. Energy and water autonomy Three 540 W bifacial solar panels provide 1,620 W in total, supported by a Titan Marine 920 Ah lithium bank and a Victron 3,000 W inverter. The installation includes two Orion XS DC-DC chargers, SmartSolar MPPT, Lynx distribution and Cerbo GX monitoring with a GX Touch 70 display. An Aqua Nautica watermaker rated at 115 L/h complements the 600-litre freshwater capacity. Pulse Line sails and twin diesel engines The Pulse Line package includes grey Pro-Radial square-top mainsail and overlapping furling genoa, with a stated upwind sail area of 95.5 m². A 54 m² Mylar Code 0 is supplied with bowsprit and furler. Sail handling is supported by a starboard electric winch, port Harken winch and lazy bag. Two Yanmar 3YM30AE diesel engines deliver 29 HP each through saildrives with three-blade folding propellers. Navigation and life aboard Garmin equipment includes a 12-inch GPSMAP chartplotter, AIS 800 transceiver, VHF, autopilot and wind, speed, depth and temperature instruments. The cockpit has a folding teak table, cushions, side panels, twin helm seats and stainless-steel davits. Inside are electric toilets, hot water, refrigerator, freezer, oven, galley hob, cabin fans and a Fusion Apollo RA670 audio system. Price and location Asking price: €420,000 excluding VAT. Rúna is lying in Palermo, Sicily, Italy. Contact the seller to arrange a viewing and confirm the current engine hours, warranty terms and inventory.

≈ $476,910