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Maximum performance cruiser

Maximum performance cruiser

A true icon of modern ocean sailing, the 100ft Nomad IV was designed as the ultimate yacht for a fast-paced, exhilarating and comfortable cruise around the world. Now she’s ready for another circumnavigation.

Optimised for offshore

Optimised for offshore

Zhik’s next-generation gear is designed to keep sailors not just dry and safe in the worst conditions but also agile, comfortable – and race-ready.

Bold thinking

Bold thinking

Giuliano Luzzatto reports from the helm of the wallyrocket51 off the coast of Valencia at the end of the boat’s very successful first racing season.

Harmony, balance and plenty of boatspeed

Harmony, balance and plenty of boatspeed

An incredible seven decades of experience at the sharp end of both yacht design and active offshore sailing have been distilled into the new Swan 51.

All just a matter of balance...

All just a matter of balance...

Rather than simply enlarge an existing model to increase its payload, Balance Catamarans took the opportunity to carry out a full redesign.

A legend reborn

A legend reborn

Against all odds one of the great offshore yacht designs of the late 20th Century – Peter Norlin’s fast and elegant Omega 42 – is back in production.

Bucking industry trends

Bucking industry trends

The Genoa International Boat Show renews industry confidence, reporting further increases in exhibition space, visitor numbers, turnover and more.

Full spectrum

Full spectrum

There are never enough superlatives to adequately describe the Aegean 600, especially after its fifth edition held in 2025 when Poseidon threw a wide range of seamanship challenges at the fleet – ranging from fickle wind shadows to a 50-knot storm.

Bold new concept

Bold new concept

A fresh approach to function, form, fit and fabric. Henri-Lloyd ambassador Sam Goodchild on the new range that aims to redefine offshore sailing apparel.

Now with more power

Now with more power

Two-speed and three-speed electric versions of Ronstan's Orbit winch are now available.

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