How much faster can man sail round the world on the wind?

The rescue of a fisherman adrift for 20 days illustrates the careful watch that only yachtsmen keep

More details and a dramatic picture of Keturah on fire in Antigua

An interesting race course for a day boat designed to fit in a 40ft container

Dehler buys Etap

Two of the best known yacht builders in Europe are joining forces

Dutch yacht builders Jongert have announced an order for a 50m ketch by Doug Peterson

Francis Joyon's outstanding new solo record has reignited a few sailors' ambitions

Joyon's trimaran is all about simplicity and economy - right down to these details

Ellen's solo record is smashed by 14 days, as Francis Joyon completes second fastest circumnavigation ever

A couple were viciously attacked while at anchor during their Caribbean charter

I take my hat off to Peter Passano, the 77-year-old US sailor who has won a top cruising award