Ocean Navigator Magazine

10/02/2025

Congratulations to the winners for their support of sailing.

US Sailing has announced the winners of the 2024 Community Sailing Awards. They were presented during a ceremony at the Sailing Leadership Forum in Coronado, Calif., on Feb. 9. “These awards honor exceptional individuals and organizations that have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation a...

07/02/2025

Three deserving sailors earned the sport's highest honor.

US Sailing has announced the winners of the 2024 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year awards. Ian Barrows and Hans Henken are the yachtsmen of the year and Cole Brauer is the yachtswoman of the year. The awards acknowledge their accomplishments in sailing during the past year. The winners wer...

06/02/2025

Here's a chance to help provide data that could help improve safety and preserve the environment.

The National Marine Electronics Association has launched the NMEA Cloud Initiative. The project is intended to aggregate existing marine data for safety, conservation and innovation. The NMEA assures participants that getting involved is voluntary and all shared data is anonymous. It will not be use...

31/01/2025

Come take a deep dive into Boat Electrical Systems with tech guru Nigel Calder. OceanPlanet Energy (OPE), in collaboration with Professional Boatbuilder magazine, Ocean Navigator magazine, and BoatHowTo.com is once again hosting an intensive two-day seminar developed and presented by Nigel Calder, author of the best-selling Boatowner’s Mechanical and Electrical Manual. For more information, please visit
https://oceanplanetenergy.com/seminars/.

30/01/2025

A trawler owner planning a future repower may want to consider one of these engines.

Deere & Company, the manufacturer of John Deere engines, has unveiled two new diesel marine powerplants, the JD14 and JD18. With the new engines, John Deere offers marine customers a power range from 400 hp to 803 hp. Production on the new engines is expected to start in 2026. “With the JD14 and J...

27/01/2025

A shot in the arm for the German manufacturer.

German sailboat manufacturer Hanse has received the European Yacht of the Year 2025 award. Boats that were nominated were announced in September. The awards are judged by a 12-member jury and each vessel is put through a sea trial before it is assigned a class. “What an incredible achievement: Win...

24/01/2025

The industry is taking a leadership position to make fiberglass boats more environmentally friendly.

Leading marine trade associations have joined forces to develop a global recreational marine lifecycle assessment framework. The International Council of Marine Industry Associations, European Boating Industry and the National Marine Manufacturers Association have formed the first global collaborati...

23/01/2025

A new multi-hull in a manageable size with lots of space for entertaining.

Groupe Beneteau has introduced the Lagoon 38, a cruising catamaran with new hull shapes that offer a voluminous interior and 360-degree views. The salon has space for 10 people around a large table. A full galley has ample countertop space for food preparation plus a larger refrigerator than typical...

20/01/2025

A sailboat with the hull and sails made from environmentally friendly, recyclable materials.

At the Boot Düsseldorf show in Germany, Grand Soleil Yachts introduced a new project intended to address issues like sustainability and end-of-life cycle. Grand Soleil Blue is a prototype collaboration between Grand Soleil and Cantiere del Pardo to showcase eco-friendly yacht construction. “The s...

17/01/2025

Congrats to all the sailors who finish this grueling event.

On January 15, solo sailor Charlie Dalin at the helm of MACIF Santé Prévoyance crossed the finish line for the 2024 Vendée Globe around the world sailboat race, shaving more than five days off the predicted time. “I am the happiest man in the world,” he said 20 minutes after claiming victory....

16/01/2025

A victory for the recreational boating and commercial marine and fishing industries.

The National Marine Fisheries Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Commerce Department have withdrawn a proposed rule that would have imposed speed limits on boats operating off the East Coast of the United States. The rule was originally published in the Federal Register...

15/01/2025

Peace of mind for owners of Volvo Penta powered-boats no matter where they travel.

Marine propulsion systems supplier Volvo Penta has announced a 3-year expanded global warranty. The new coverage applies to products delivered from 2025 going forward and covers Volvo Penta-branded transmissions, engines, control systems and accessories. The new warranty replaces previous offerings....