Planning go ahead for new marina facilities in Cowes Cowes Harbour Commission has been granted full planning consent to progress development of the ‘Sugar Store’ warehouse at its Shepherds Wharf site. As well as improving facilities for yachtsmen visiting Cowes harbour, the new building will create business opportunities in the marine sector. Expressions of interest are now being encouraged from prospective commercial operators.
• Read More • 21/02/2012

Boat and Leisure 2012 Festival marks Diamond Jubilee in Cowes Organisers of the British Leisure Show have unveiled plans for an inspiring FREE to attend Boat & Leisure Festival in Cowes, Isle of Wight, over the Jubilee bank holiday on Monday 4th and Tuesday 5th June 2012. • Read More • 20/02/2012

I Love Sailing grand prize to be announced If you are visiting the RYA Volvo Dinghy Show (03-04 March, Alexander Palace, London) don’t miss the chance to find out how you could win an amazing prize package this summer with the I Love Sailing Facebook competition. • Read More • 16/02/2012

Help shape the future of RYA training The RYA would like to hear your views on what you want from RYA courses.  • Read More • 15/02/2012

Activate your Laser Fleet continues in 2012 Sailing clubs across the country including those in Cowes will be busy dusting off their boat covers this year, as the Activate Your Laser Fleet scheme continues into 2012 to encourage even more sailors to get back out on the water and sailing regularly. • Read More • 09/02/2012

Rallye Sunseeker 2012

The MSA British Rally Championship starts on 24th and 25th February with Rallye Sunseeker.

• Read More • 09/02/2012

Pantaenius renews support of Superyacht Cup International insurance company Pantaenius has renewed a three year sponsorship agreement with the Superyacht Cup regatta in Palma, including the Olympic Edition of the regatta in Cowes in July 2012.  • Read More • 09/02/2012

Nautor's Swan appoint new Commercial Director Nautor’s Swan has appointed a new Commercial Director for 2012.  The role has been taken by Luca Lucheschi marking a turning point in the evolution of the luxury yacht brand.   • Read More • 07/02/2012

Britannia arrives back into Cowes The Britannia Yacht arrived in Cowes over the weekend after being towed from Norway. • Read More • 06/02/2012

Positive 2012 start for Nautor's Swan Manufacturers of luxury yachts, Nautor’s Swan, have started 2012 on an incredibly positive note.  Following on from the success of the final quarter of 2011, six new orders for Swan yachts have been finalised due for delivery during 2012 and early 2013. • Read More • 02/02/2012

2012 Panerai British Classic Week dates announced Saturday 7th July to Saturday 14th July will see the Panerai British Classic Week will take place. Competing yachts will again be berthed at Cowes Yacht Haven. • Read More • 27/01/2012

CHC January 2012 E-newsletter The January 2012 edition of the Cowes Harbour Commission e-newsletter. • Read More • 26/01/2012

Entries have opened for the 2012 Round the Island Race Entry for the 2012 JP Morgan Round the Island Race has now opened. First entries have been announced and the race website has had an update.  • Read More • 23/01/2012

Nations brew up a challenge for Commodores Cup 2012 Interest from teams wishing to stake a claim on the prestigious Brewin Dolphin Commodores' Cup is running high with challengers from several nations including: England, Netherlands, France, Ireland and Hong Kong. • Read More • 20/01/2012

New RNLI Lifeboat slipway Work on the slipway for the new Cowes RNLI lifeboat station finally reached the stage this week when sections above the low water-line are now very much in evidence.
• Read More • 19/01/2012

Cowes Harbour Commission Job vacancy Cowes Harbour Commission is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and disciplined individual to join its busy Kingston Marine Services team, afloat and ashore. • Read More • 13/01/2012

£3m investment plan for floating bridge

The Island's Conservative councillors are proposing a £3 million deal to fund a new boat and they're pledging to shelve proposals to charge those passengers who currently travel for free.

• Read More • 13/01/2012

Clipper Round The World update After an exhausting 24 hours of sail evolutions and repairs, Qingdao’s efforts to push forward in the diverging winds are paying off. • Read More • 13/01/2012

Must have Musto for Cowes 2012

Leading performance clothing brand Musto has made additions and improvements to its Technical Sailing Collections across middle and entry priced garments, perfect for Cowes 2012.

• Read More • 12/01/2012

Royal Southern Yacht Club appoints new secretary At the commencement of the 175th Anniversary year, the Commodore, Flag Officers & Executive Committee of the Royal Southern Yacht Club in Hamble, Hampshire, are pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Pullinger as Club Secretary with immediate effect. • Read More • 12/01/2012

New look AquaX UK comes to Cowes in 2012 P1 AquaX UK is set to go from strength to strength in 2012 thanks to progressive category changes, the introduction of modified skis and a major overhaul of the calendar. • Read More • 11/01/2012