Mark Mansfield
Four-time Olympian Mark Mansfield is a Professional Sailor. More on Mark here
Does size matter? The latest sailing innovation from Grand Soleil: the Grand Soleil Long Cruise 72 argues it does! This is where long-distance sailing meets quality, spaciousness, design and pure performance. The new Grand Soleil 72 follows the same path…
In the past, PR and advertising might lead you to think that there was only one sailmaker to go to if you want to do well in cruiser racing and big boat one-design fleets. However, the results worldwide, particularly in…
J/Boats & Grand Soleil Achieve Top Results In all Four Major Multi Day Regattas in 2021 in Ireland
18th November 2021 J Boats & Grand Soleil
Both brands are represented in the UK and Ireland by Key Yachting. Nautitech catamarans and Tofinou day boats complete the portfolio for the business. Mark Mansfield from Cork manages Key Yachting in Ireland and congratulates all those who have topped…
The overall winner of the 2021 ICRA National Championships is for sale. Kaya, the all winning J/122 Grand Prix version, has come on the market with Key Yachting in race-ready condition, complete with three new sails, one unused. The present…
The RC44 class World Championship has just finished last weekend at Scarlino, Italy, and like the TP52 Class, it was won by a boat using Quantum Fusion upwind sails and spinnakers. A last-minute manoeuvre by Nico Poons’ Charisma won them…
The TP52 class is regarded as one of the most competitive classes globally, and the circuit of events, called the '52 Super Series', has just finished its second regatta. Sailmakers, yacht designers, and other marine companies highlight their top-level products…
Mark Mansfield of Quantum Sails Ireland highlights that their Winter discount period, where additional discounts of up to 10% are available, will be coming to an end in the next few weeks. Mark comments “ We have had a great…
Schull Based Nautitech 46 is a Southampton Show Star as High Demand for Key Yachting Brands Reported
14th September 2021 J Boats & Grand Soleil
Mark Mansfield, Key Yachting agent for Ireland, reports very high interest levels in the four yachts on show at Southampton Boat Show from Key Yachting's four different brands. Key Yachting is the agent for J Boats, Grand Soleil, Nautitech Catamarans…
Following the purchase of a different yacht, the owner of the very successful 2019 J/99, Juggerknot II has placed her to sell with Key Yachting Ireland agent Mark Mansfield. Key Yachting is UK and Ireland agents for J/ Boats, Grand…
Winning Success at ORC Worlds 2021 for J/112e in Class C & A Grand Soleil 44 Wins Class B
28th August 2021 J Boats & Grand Soleil
The Alexela ORC World Championships took place from August 6 – 14, 2021, in Tallinn, Estonia. Key Yachting Irish agent, Mark Mansfield, is delighted to congratulate Essential 44 for winning her Class at the 2021 ORC worlds at Tallinn, Estonia,…
The Exquisite J/45 is Premiering at Cannes Yachting Festival this September
22nd August 2021 J Boats & Grand Soleil
Change your plans and prepare to amend your bucket list as the new and exciting J/45 makes her premiere at Cannes high-end trade show, 7th-12th September. This year, the Festival will host almost 600 boats, 430 exhibitors and over 140…
Discover Cruise, Comfort & Everything In-Between at the Southampton Boat Show
18th August 2021 J Boats & Grand Soleil
Britain's biggest boating festival, the Southampton International Boat Show at Mayflower Park, is coming soon, 10-19 September 2021. With Government travel restrictions having lifted, those double-vaccinated can enjoy a trip "abroad" by visiting Southampton, which is currently competing for the…
Five Tips to Improve Your Offshore Racing & Coastal Racing Performance
2nd August 2021 Quantum Sails
Mark Mansfield, Agent for Quantum Sails in Ireland, provides some thoughts on setting up your yacht to make it more competitive offshore and on longer coastal races. Having competed in the Recent Dun Laoghaire to Dingle race (finished third overall)…
Key Yachting Brokerage - Brokerage for Performance Race Boats & Premium Cruisers
28th July 2021 J Boats & Grand Soleil
Mark Mansfield, Irish Agent for Key Yachting, is delighted to present the latest additions to Key Yachting brokerage listings. All boats are available now and can be trailer sailed. This means they can be towed to any destination, launched and…
The 44 Open is the natural evolution of the Nautitech line, a new advanced design that redefines, once again, the standard on bluewater cruising boats. A new addition to the already successful Nautitech range of catamarans, the 44 Open promises…
Great Results for Key Yachting Models at Kinsale's Sovereign's Cup Regatta
10th July 2021 J Boats & Grand Soleil
Following on from the excellent showing in the Dun Laoghaire to Dingle race, The Grand Soleil and J Boats brands have again displayed their racing prowess by winning the Sovereigns Cup Overall, coming first and second in the Largest IRC…
Great Results for J Boats & Grand Soleil Yachts in the 2021 Dun Laoghaire to Dingle Race
16th June 2021 J Boats & Grand Soleil
Key Yachting is the Irish Agent for J Boats and Grand Soleil (also Nautitech Catamarans and Tofinou Day boats). They are thrilled to see models from each of the Grand Soleil and J Boat ranges perform so well in the…
Italian yacht builder Grand Soleil has launched a 72 Performance model. The objective of the new design was to launch a boat with very generous volumes to ensure ample comfort onboard while maintaining high levels of performance. Grand Soleil recently…
Key Yachting is Delighted to Welcome Two New J/99s into the Irish Sea Area
12th May 2021 J Boats & Grand Soleil
Mark Mansfield, Irish agent for Key Yachting, is delighted to welcome Michael and Richard Evans of Howth as the owners of the newest J/99 arrival into Ireland. Richard and Mike previously campaigned, to great success, their Half Tonner, Big Picture.…
Key Yachting at South Coast Boat Show, Southampton: J/99, Grand Soleil 46LC & Nautitech Open 40 Catamaran on the Water
30th April 2021 J Boats & Grand Soleil
Key Yachting will be at the South Coast Boat Show Southampton from 7-9 May 2021 with the following boats on the water: J/99, Grand Soleil 46LC and Nautitech Open 40 Catamaran Mark Mansfield Irish agent for the Key Yachting brands,…