Continual efforts are made each year to restore and regenerate marine environments across the globe, and although not all conservation projects receive the attention of exotic destinations such as the Great Barrier Reef, each plays a vital role in maintaining the oceans. The Solent is the strait between England and the Isle of Wight and... ... read full story
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This page showcases news of yachting charity and fundraising events from around the world. If you have any yacht industry charity news please contact CharterWorld for publication. The yachting industry is an excellent arena to promote a range of charities concerning everything from ocean environmental causes to people in need.
P/R: Veteran crew sailing around UK coast
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The charity ‘Turn to Starboard’ is helping UK veterans suffering from physical health issues or mental trauma to reintegrate and learn new skills. 38 veterans will voyage on an 8 week counter-clockwise course around the UK, starting from and returning to Falmouth in Cornwall. The following is a press release for the Turn to Starboard charity.... ... read full story
Racing: days two and three in Palma de Mallorca
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After three intense days of racing, the 20th Superyacht Cup in Palma de Mallorca has drawn to a close. Every crew put in a prime performance that made for attention-grabbing races on all three days of the event. The following article summarises the class winners for days 2 and 3 and names the overall winner... ... read full story
Press Release: Sunseeker International announces partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support in Dorset
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British luxury yacht manufacturer Sunseeker is partnering with Macmillan Cancer Support to raise funds for services in Dorset through a series of sponsored events in upcoming months. Events include a sponsored hike and the highly caffeinated ‘World’s Biggest Coffee Morning’. To many of the staff at Sunseeker, Macmillan Cancer Support plays a vital role in... ... read full story
SeaKeepers BAL DE LA MER 2016 To Be Held in Florida
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The International SeaKeepers Society is getting ready for this year's Bal De La Mer, to be held in October in Palm Beach Florida, in honour of Mr. Alexander W. Dreyfoos. ... read full story
Sailing Yacht MARIQUITA v. Charter Yacht ELEONORA match race raises £67,000 for disabled sailing charity Wetwheels
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Taken place on July 24, 2015 in the beautiful Solent yacht rental location, the 38m classic superyacht Mariquita v. the 49,5m classic charter yacht Eleonora match race raised an amazing £67,000 for Wetwheels disabled powerboat. ... read full story
Video of 73m motor yacht DRAGONFLY helping Vanuatu
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A video showing the 73m superyacht Dragonfly in Vanuatu, while providing disaster relief after Cyclone Pam struck the remote islands on March 14, 2015. ... read full story
Singapore Yacht Show 2015 to host the Exclusive Black Tie Gala Dinner at W Singapore
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Friday, April 24, 2015, will see the Singapore Yacht Show host the Black Tie Gala Dinner, expected to attract 300 guests. This is set to be the official event for the Show’s most glamorous and affluent guests. ... read full story
Rivergate and shadow support yacht UMBRA helping Vanuatu
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Rivergate Marina and Shipyard and shadow support yacht UMBRA, working in conjunction with YachtAid Global, are currently helping Vanuatu, providing relief to the disaster affected country. ... read full story
Captain Mike Gregory of motor yacht DRAGONFLY comments on relief efforts in Vanuatu
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Captain Mike Gregory of mega yacht Dragonfly has commented on the relief efforts in Vanuatu, following the devastation caused by Cyclone Pam. ... read full story