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French Government Announces a Process to Allow Entry to UK Cruisers at any French port
8th May 2021 Cruising
The Cruising Association, through its local representatives, has helped to make cruising to France easier, post-Brexit. Since leaving the EU, boats arriving in France from the UK or Channel Islands are required to sail to one of a small number…
There are several organisations in Ireland's varied maritime life that don't need a high profile to do good and useful work by stealth, and you'll find Jack O'Keeffe of Carrigaline in Cork is involved with several of them. But his…
Stornoway Port Doubles Yacht Berths in £11m Investment in Newton Basin/Goat Island Development
9th April 2021 Scottish Waters
Stornoway Port Authority, the primary port for the Outer Hebrides on the West coast of Scotland, will significantly increase the number of available berths for visiting leisure craft. As part of the wider £11 million Newton Basin/Goat Island development, the…
RYA & British Marine Welcome UK’s Extension to Returned Goods Relief Grace Period
26th March 2021 Cruising
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and British Marine have welcomed HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) announcement of a six-month extension to the one-year grace period for Returned Goods Relief (RGR) previously put in place by the British Government. The news…
The Cruising Club of America couldn't hand out its 2020 awards in person, so the club made it a special event and gathered a pantheon of great sailors on Zoom. In early March in a normal year, Cruising Club of…
Four Out of Five British Boat Owners May Quit Long-Term Cruising in EU Waters
24th March 2021 Cruising
A survey carried out amongst Cruising Association (CA) members who keep their boats on the rivers and canals of Schengen countries has revealed that 80% are likely to sell their boats and give up cruising altogether, or move their base…
RYA Northern Ireland Seek Further Clarity on Red Diesel Withdrawal from Recreational Boaters
16th March 2021 RYA Northern Ireland
The Royal Yachting Association of Northern Ireland (RYA Northern Ireland), together with British Marine and the Cruising Association, met yesterday with representatives from HM Revenue and Customs and HM Treasury to discuss the difficulties for private pleasure craft in Northern…
Where's the White Diesel? No Options for Leisure Boaters in Northern Ireland Says Cruising Association
16th March 2021 Northern Ireland Waters
From 30 June non-commercial vessels wishing to refuel in Northern Ireland must do so with white diesel. What’s the snag? There are no marine white diesel pumps in Northern Ireland, and demand is insufficient for commercial operators to make provision…
Internet Sailing Sensations SV Delos Crew Join the National Yacht Club Under 30s for Online Webinar
3rd March 2021 National YC
The grand finale of the first season of the National Yacht Club Speaker Series is at 7.30 pm on Thursday evening (May 4) where the NYC will be joined by YouTube sensations SV Delos! Delos is a world cruising sailboat…
Call for Holistic Approach to Issues Facing British Boaters & Marine Industry Post-Brexit
28th February 2021 Cruising
British Marine and the RYA have written a joint letter to the head of Britain’s HM Revenue & Customs to call for a holistic approach to the various issues facing private pleasure boaters, the second-hand market and the wider industry…
Cruising Association Launches 180-Day Visa Campaign to Reduce Brexit Impact on British Small Boat Cruisers
26th February 2021 Cruising
The Cruising Association has today launched its campaign to reduce the impact of Brexit on British small boat cruisers who have traditionally explored the coasts and inland waterways of Europe in sailing and motor boats. There's a particular focus on…
National Yacht Club Circumnavigator Conor O'Regan Talks on Planning a Round the World Voyage; Tonight on Zoom!
25th February 2021 National YC
The National Yacht Club U25/U30 Speaker Series continues this evening with the Dun Laoghaire Harbour club's very own Vice-Commodore Conor O'Regan who circumnavigated the globe in his 38-foot yacht 'Pamina'. O'Regan will walk attendees through everything from preparation and planning…
Beacon of Hope Sailing Project Launches a Round the World Yacht Race World Record Attempt
14th February 2021 Cruising
Tuesday 9 February 2021 will see the launch of the UK's Beacon of Hope Sailing Project's ambitious and unique circumnavigation of the globe. The crew of sailors, all of whom have been through life-changing experiences or illness, will attempt to…
‘VAT Trap’ & Visa Rules Brew Up a ‘Perfect Storm’ for British Boaters, Says Cruising Body
11th February 2021 Cruising
British cruising boaters are in the middle of a “perfect storm”, with visa issues just the latest ill wind to blow, according to a leading voice in the Cruising Association. As Marine Industry News reports, the CA’s Regulations and Technical…
“All sorts of strange things” will emerge this year for UK sailors in EU waters as post-Brexit issues remain to be ironed out. As Sailing Today reports, RYA cruising manager Stuart Carruthers has outlined some harsh truths for British boat…
Dramatic footage has emerged of what’s purported to be a Le Boat cruiser fleet as its carried away in swollen rover waters amid severe flooding in southwestern France. A video compilation posted on social media shows how at least one…
