ABYC Standards Update (65th Supplement)
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) is the nonprofit organization that sets the standards used by our industry. ABYC publishes an annual supplement to guide construction and repair standards…
The History of Carver Yachts: Accessible Luxury
Carver Shipyard, a company rooted in the traditional crafts of the North American yachting industry, began its journey in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in the mid-1950s. Founders Charles Carter and George Verhagen…
Beneteau Models Nominated For European Yacht of the Year
We are proud to announce that the Beneteau First 30 and Oceanis 52 have both been nominated for the European Yacht of the Year 2026, one of the most prestigious…
Electric Propulsion on Oceanis 34.1 Offers Clean, Quiet Cruising
BENETEAU continues to push forward with sustainable innovations, and that includes the Oceanis 34.1’s all-electric propulsion system developed in collaboration with Torqeedo Electric. Designed for sailors who want a quieter,…
Boater’s Guide to Barber Marina – Elberta, Alabama
Tucked away just north of Orange Beach, Alabama, Barber Marina is one of the most unique marinas in the country. Far more than just a place to dock your boat…
Genoa International Boat Show Announces Awards Winners: Beneteau Oceanis 52
Courtesy of the Genoa Boat Show Sailboats over 14m: Beneteau Oceanis 52. Designer: Biscontini Yacht Design. Naval Architect: Nauta Design The Oceanis 52 is set to debut in the US…
Boater’s Guide to Pier 121 Marina – Lake Lewisville, Texas
Everything’s bigger in Texas — and Pier 121 Marina proves it. Located on the shores of Lake Lewisville, just north of Dallas, Pier 121 is one of the largest and…
Island Packet 44 and 45: Review & Specification Breakdown
The Island Packet 44 and its successor, the 45, represent two generations of one of the most respected cruising sailboats in the American bluewater scene. Designed with safety, comfort, and…
NEW J/36 and J/7 to Debut at Newport Show
The NEW J/36 and J/7 are ready to make their boat show debuts at the Newport International Boat Show starting this Thursday, the 11th, through Sunday, the 14th. This marks…
Grand Banks 36 Motor Yacht
The Grand Banks 36 Motor Yacht, built from 1995 to 1998, is an elegant cruising yacht that shares a similar interior layout and the same semi-displacement hull as the 36…