Crewsaver is to sponsor sailor Alan Roberts as he prepares to take part in the Solitaire du Figaro

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Crewsaver is to sponsor professional sailor Alan Roberts as he takes part in the Soltaire du Figaro yacht race.

As part of the two-year sponsorship deal, Alan will be provided with essential safety equipment and services, including lifejackets from Crewsaver’s Fusion 3D range – the ErgoFit 290N Extreme and Crewfit 180N Pro.

“Safety is a crucial part of Alan’s sailing campaign – we not only aim to support Alan through the supply of safety equipment but also through the essential training needed to use the equipment effectively, helping to ensure he is prepared for the tough conditions he will face in both racing and training environments,” explained Hannah Burywood, Crewsaver marketing manager.

Essentials

Alan will also be kitted out with search and recovery essentials including emergency beacons, pyrotechnics and man-overboard equipment such as a rescue sling and horseshoe buoy.

In addition, he will undertake in-depth #LifejacketSafe training covering lifejacket care and maintenance, rearming and repacking.

Alan has previously taken part in the Solitaire du Figaro and has been highest British finisher for three years running.

via Boating Business | Crewsaver sponsors Alan Roberts.

Bavaria launched its flagship C65 yacht in January

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Bavaria Yachts has filed to enter self-administration.

It is understood the administration will apply to the German boatbuilder’s monohulls but that multihull brand Nautitech, based in France and acquired by Bavaria three years’ ago will continue to operate as normal.

Bavaria started building boats 40 years’ ago in Giebelstadt in southern Germany and was the first to introduce a modern assembly line production system to boatbuilding. The company’s motor boats were launched in 2000.

In 2017 the C-Line, a ‘new generation of cruisers’ was launched with the C57. The range has grown to also include the Bavaria C45, C50 and C65, Bavaria’s flagship, that was launched in January.

The company is expected to continue to build and deliver all of its current orders. It is believed new financial backing is being sought after its US backers withdrew their support.

Last year Bavaria Yachts was awarded the Innovation in a Production Process at the METSTRADE Boatbuilder Awards for its modular construction techniques. The judges recognised the very widespread use of the company’s off-hull manufacturing techniques.

A statement from Bavaria is expected imminently.

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DECKSWEEPER 2 COPES WITH WIDE RANGE OF WIND CONDITIONS

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10 Apr 2018

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The Decksweeper 2 follows on from the original Decksweeper mainsail

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North Sails has continued its partnership with America’s Cup sailor Glenn Ashby to create a new sail for the A-Class catamaran.

The Decksweeper 2 follows on from the original Decksweeper mainsail, with the new version of the sail built and optimised to make full use of the high speeds that the boats are now put through, as well as coping with the lighter wind speeds when foiling is more challenging.

“Following his success at the 2018 Australian Championships, Glenn has re-defined the A-Class aero package in partnership with North Sails,” said Ian Johnson, North Sails Australia One Design expert. “The new 2018 Decksweeper has been designed for high speed sailing, with much attention being paid to the bottom loading of the sail and twist profiles.

Good range

“Overall depth and entry and exit angles have been tailored to support the sail through a large range of conditions and with a variety of mast set-ups, the sail can be set up to suit a good range of weights and wind conditions.”

The new sail has been designed with a smaller head with more sail area further down the sail.

After experimenting with a boomless option, Glenn decided having a boom was the best option for speed and foiling wind range.

A foot shelf has also been added to create an airtight seal between the trampoline and the sail.

via Boating Business | Decksweeper 2 copes with wide range of wind conditions.

HASLAR MARINA REDEVELOPMENT APPLICATION

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16 Apr 2018

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A new powerboat centre forms a key part of a planning application submitted by Dean & Reddyhoff Marinas for Haslar Marina

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A new powerboat centre, team base for Alex Thomson Racing and marina extension are part of plans by Dean & Reddyhoff Marinas for its Gosport-based Haslar Marina, within Portsmouth Harbour.

Detailed in the recently submitted planning application, the powerboat centre will include an upgraded public slipway with pontoon for launching and recovering powerboats, a specialist repair and service centre providing boatyard and engineering services, a sales centre hub for new and used boat sales, engines, spares, accessories and technical advice, a new public waterfront footpath to connect with the Gosport Waterfront Trail and 28 parking spaces.

Michael Prideaux, MD at Dean & Reddyhoff, commented: “In order for us to remain fit for the future, it is critical that this hugely exciting development gets given the go ahead. If it is, it will secure the future for Haslar Marina for the next 25 years and beyond.”

Alex Thomson base

The proposed development also includes a new team base for British solo offshore sailor, Alex Thomson. This would secure Gosport as the team’s headquarters for its upcoming Vendee Globe 2020 campaign and the foreseeable future. The base will include a boat shed, offices, training facilities and a visitor gallery.

Other redevelopment proposals include a new clubhouse and the creation of a new wave screen and marina extension, which would see the addition of 50 new deepwater berths for larger boats and new wave break pontoons.

If planning permission is granted, it is anticipated building work could start towards the end of this year.

via Boating Business | Haslar Marina redevelopment application.

Yacht owners can now schedule survey work at Penzance Dry Dock

Cornwall-based Penzance Dry Dock is now available to the European yachting market for survey work following the establishment of a joint venture between the dock and YachtProjects International Llc.

The venture is expected to enable yacht owners to undertake annual, five and 10-year survey work cost-effectively at Penzance Dry Dock, which is part of the Isles of Scilly Steamship Group and provide engineering services for both marine and land based projects throughout the UK. It can take vessels up to 75m and boasts a wet berth as well as modern and functional fabrication and workshop space.

Economical repair

Pippa Nicholas, owner and technical director of Florida-based YachtProjects International, which also has offices in Hampshire, said: “Our niche client owns a slightly older classic, motor or sail yacht. These vessels are where the Penzance Dry Dock skills in steel repair, propellers, shafts, rudders, stabilisers, underwater valve service and replacement come into play.

“Thus we can fix price work simply because the haul out cost does not have to cover overhead not associated directly with the task at hand.”

Ms Nicholas added that the project will also bring new investment and jobs to the local area.

YachtProjects International undertakes refit and repair project management and offer servicing work globally, Sister company, Procom365 Llc, designs, supplies, installs and manages onboard ship communication systems including satellite hardware and airtime, onboard networks and remote management of all services and mandatory communication needs.

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An 100% recyclable sailing boat will take part in the single-handed 2019 Mini Transat race across the Atlantic.Designed by Skyronlabdesign, the GS4C (Go Sailing For Change)-manufactured Loop Mini650 is entirely made of sustainable and recyclable enriched Basalt fibre and bio-based epoxy resin.Milan-based GS4C built the vessel to demonstrate that a model with a low environmental impact manufacturing process can compete with standard produced boats and to encourage more sustainably-focussed boatbuilding. The company also wanted to prove that innovation and sustainability do not necessarily compromise performances and safety.Unique productionBelgian company Isomatex supplied the ‘Filava’ fibre used, the production of which is unique, said GS4C, because of the innovative treatment of the raw material basalt, enriched with various mineral additives to increase and guarantee its original mechanical and chemical properties. The ‘Super Sap’ bio-based epoxy resin from Entropy is a high-end solution with very low embodied energy when compared to similar fossil-based products, added the company.The recycling process was verified in the lab at LinseT in Fano, Italy. The recovered fibre was sent to the fibre manufacturer to verify that it could eventually be re-entered into a furnace and the production cycle.After scouting for sustainable technologies, GS4C conducted weaving and lamination testing.Suppliers with a sustainable development focus were selected for the project.SHARE THIS ARTICLEFacebookLinkedInTwitter PREVIOUS ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE FEATURED NEWS PENDENNIS UNDERTAKES REFIT OF …09/04/18 40 YEARS OF BAVARIA YACHTS05/04/18 FAIRLINE YACHTS’ LAST SQUADRON…04/04/18LATEST PRESS RELEASESEXPERTS HIGHLIGHT VIABLE POWER AND

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EXPOSURE LIGHTS SUPPORTS FIGARO SAILOR

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28 Mar 2018

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Exposure Lights is supporting Figaro sailor Alan Roberts as he prepares for La Solitaire Urgo Le Figaro Race

Exposure Lights is to support Alan Roberts for his 2018 campaign to race in the La Solitaire Urgo Le Figaro Race, which starts in August.

This will be the fifth time Alan has taken part in the race, having started racing in Optimists in Mallorca aged ten.

“We are really excited to be involved with Alan’s Figaro campaign,” said Exposure’s brand manager Tom Harrop. “His solo offshore career so far is impressive with the amount he has been able to achieve. As a British manufacturer, we are really keen to help young British talent in their quest for success.”

Alan added: “I simply love the Exposure lights. They are the lightest and most logical, user-friendly lights out there.”

He is currently training in Brittany and aiming for a top ten result.

Photo credit: Alexander Champy-McLean / Alan Roberts Racing

via Boating Business | Exposure Lights supports Figaro sailor.

24-HOUR GRIND-ATHON FOR SPORT RELIEF

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28 Mar 2018

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Land Rover BAR’s Tim Carter completed a solo 24-hour grind-athon for Sport Relief

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Land Rover BAR has completed its Sport Relief challenge, a 24-hour grind-athon and 12-hour disco spin-athon hosted at the team HQ in Portsmouth.

During the challenge, the team’s Tim Carter manned a grinding pedestal solo for 24-hours, travelling 519km and burning 19,326 calories.

More than 60 team members supported Tim with a 24-hour relay across two grinders while four Royal Navy rugby players took on the 24-hour challenge in grinding shifts on a fourth grinding machine.

DJ, Rob da Bank and spin gurus, Tim Weeks and Sal Nidai encouraged 607 participants to become active in a supporters’ disco spin-athon.

So far the team has raised more than £6,000 out of their target of £18,510 based on the date the first America’s Cup took place – 1851 – with a race around the Isle of Wight.

via Boating Business | 24-hour grind-athon for Sport Relief.

YACHT CHARTER INCOME INNOVATOR COMES TO THE SOLENT

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29 Mar 2018

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Dirk Agter (left) and Viktor van Savooyen, co-founders of Yacht-Match

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Hamble Point Yacht Charters’ Solent base has become the first approved UK location for a new global agency which promises an innovative way for yacht owners to maximise their charter income.

Sweden-based Yacht-Match aims to facilitate the relationship between potential yacht owners and charter operators and offers potential yacht buyers independent, professional advice, direct-from-manufacturer pricing on new yachts and a deal with a yacht charter company in their favoured location before they commit to the purchase.

Dirk Agter, co-founder of Yacht-Match, alongside Viktor van Savooyen, commented: “After 30 years as a broker, I set up Yacht-Match as I believe this format offers a truly unique and fantastic option for people who want to own a yacht but would like charters to help subsidise the running costs.”

Opening up market

The company aims to enable people who have previously been put off by the high cost of yacht ownership to easily identify the likely charter revenue and factor this in to their decision making.

Yacht owners who purchase their yacht through Yacht-Match will have the possibility to use some of their ‘Owners Weeks’ to sail other yachts within the global network, giving owners the opportunity to explore new and distant sailing areas, as well as sailing their own yacht.

Yacht-Match has now developed partnerships with over 30 worldwide locations, including Cuba, the Caribbean and Mediterranean.

via Boating Business | Yacht charter income innovator comes to the Solent.

VOR CREWMEMBER WAS NOT CLIPPED ON

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29 Mar 2018

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John Fisher was knocked overboard during an accidental gybe. Photo credit: Konrad Frost/Volvo Ocean Race

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John Fisher, the crewmember who was lost at sea while taking part in the Volvo Ocean Race was not clipped on it has emerged.

The incident took place on March 26 on board SHK/Scallywag who was racing in Leg 7 of the race from Auckland to Itajai, Brazil, approximately 1,400 nautical miles west of Cape Horn.

The wind was 35-45 knots with 4m to 5m seas with showers reducing the visibility. It was 15 minutes before sunrise.

“This is the worst situation you can imagine happening to your team,” said SHK/Scallywag team manager Tim Newton.

VOR Turn the Tide on Plastic skipper Dee Caffari, added: “It’s made us all realise how vulnerable we are down here, how hostile the environment is down here and how quickly things can go bad and how we’ve all lost a friend. That’s affected everyone quite deeply.”

Crash gybe

In its initial debrief, the team explained how they were sailing with a reef in the mainsail and the J2 jib.

SHK/Scallywag surfed down a large wave which lead to an accidental crash gybe.

Mr Fisher was in the cockpit and had unclipped his tether to move forward to tidy up a sheet.

As the mainsail swung across the boat in the gybe, the mainsheet system caught him and knocked him off the boat. He was believed to be unconscious from the blow before hitting the water.

Survival suit

He was wearing a survival suit with a wetsuit hood and gloves and a lifejacket and both the JON buoy and horseshoe buoy were thrown off the back of the boat to mark the position.

But by the time the boat was under control and had motor sailed back to the position, neither Mr Fisher nor the buoys could be found.

A search and rescue operation was carried out for several hours however, with the weather conditions deteriorating, the search was abandoned.

The team is currently heading towards Chile which is the closest landfall.

via Boating Business | VOR crewmember was not clipped on.