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The UK Sailmakers Ireland sail loft in Crosshaven, Co Cork, has been a sail service centre for over forty years. Thousands of sails have been on our floor, and we rarely see something we haven’t encountered before. We can spot…
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One Design racing can be the toughest arena of them all - every tiny mistake is punished, and boatspeed is KING. FAST sails help simplify tactics and make everything easier! North Sails has powered thousands of one-design victories, and this…
Burren Marine Research Station Part of New NPWS and University of Galway Partnership Agreement
29th October 2023 Marine Science
A Burren-based marine and coastal research station stands to benefit from a new partnership agreement between the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and the University of Galway. The Finavarra centre on the Burren’s water’s edge at Rine, Co Clare,…
Garmin, a leading technology company, has launched its ECHOMAP™ Ultra 2 chartplotter series designed with advanced features for inland and nearshore anglers. Offering a 10- or 12-inch sunlight-readable touchscreen with keyed assist, they put UHD scanning sonar, support for Garmin…
The Department of Transport advises that the manufacturer Paroc Group Oy, a subsidiary of Owens Corning, has issued a product safety recall for certain forms of deck and bulkhead insulation that it produces. This recall follows independent testing where it…
As part of the third annual Irish Port Safety Week, Dublin Port Company welcomed over 100 children from St Patrick’s Girls’ National School, Ringsend, and St. Joseph’s Co-ed Primary School, East Wall, to the Pumphouse for a Colouring Competition Award…
Mark Mansfield of Quantum Sails Ireland goes through the major changes that will affect IRC racing boats in 2024. This comes after the recent IRC Conference when many of these changes were voted through. The 2022 IRC conference decided on…
Zodiac, a well-known international brand in RIBs with over 125 years of experience, has renewed its partnership with the Vendée Globe, one of the most renowned ocean races in the world. As an official partner of the 2024 Vendée Globe,…
RS Aero Sailing - There Has Never Been a Better Time to Get Involved This Winter!
26th October 2023 RS Aero
There is a bumper-packed calendar for the RS Aero class, the rapidly growing singlehanded dinghy class; the RS Aero is the most technically advanced boat in its sector, which explains why it’s the most exciting and best-selling modern single-hander. And…
Irish Lights are welcoming applications for the following roles: Support Operative Do you like a varied job where every day at work can be different? If yes, then join the team at Irish Lights as one of our Support Operatives…
Sailing, Sea Stack Climbing and Snorkelling Pursued in New TG4 Series Barragram
24th October 2023 Maritime TV
Sailing in Donegal, sea-stack climbing on the Atlantic coast, and snorkelling with grey seals in Galway are among activities pursued by presenter Barra Ó hÉineacháin in a new maritime TV series for TG4. Entitled “Barragram”, the six-part series promises “a…
Greystones Harbour Marina in County Wicklow has announced that 56 berths have been added to the marina as part of a scheduled expansion. The additional berths range from 6m to 20m and are available for use immediately. As was the…
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Wear and tear can destroy almost any part of your sail. You pad and tape the lifelines and put chafe guards on. You put covers on spreader tips. All these things protect your sails, but your sails can suffer from…
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Is your class or event looking to stand out from the crowd next year? If so, please get in touch with Kenny Rumball (kenneth@inss.ie) and the team from MarineServices.ie to book Sailmon tracking and video analytics for your event in…
Dublin Port Company is inviting applications for the position of Marine Operative on a full-time basis. This role will include all aspects of Marine Operative work within Dublin Port, which operates VTS, pilotage and tug service 24/7, all year round…
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Winter Sailing enthusiasts are a dedicated bunch, and even when the chill sets in, they can't resist the call of the open water. Whether you're into the exhilaration of dinghy sailing or prefer big boat sailing, the right winter gear…