For many sailors, the move from monohull to a catamaran represents more than just a change in vessel, it’s a shift in mindset, technique and experience. While both types of boats share the same fundamental principles of sailing, the differences in design create a change in handling characteristics, performance profiles and onboard lifestyles. So why […]
Harry Tilling, Monohull Broker at Key Yachting, challenges common misconceptions around performance yachts and explains how modern designs can enhance comfort, ease, and time spent sailing for today’s cruisers. Perception of performance in the view of the cruiser Any sailor who has a vague interest in performance will have their social media and magazines full […]
A Positive Outlook for 2026 and an Exciting Year Ahead We’re often asked, “How is the market?” — and while it’s never a simple question, there’s actually a lot to feel encouraged about. Yes, the broader boat market has softened compared with the post Covid surge, but what we’re really seeing is a market returning […]
The 2025 racing season will be remembered as a defining year for the J/112e – and nowhere was that more evident than at the IRC Nationals and Cowes Week, where Leon’s exceptional performance captured the attention of the entire fleet. Their commanding display on the Solent set the tone for what became a landmark season […]
For many, the call of the open sea is irresistible. For John, it was a passion ignited decades ago by Robin Knox-Johnston’s classic “A World of My Own,” and a memorable weeklong sailing trip in Corfu. The lure of self-reliance and the rhythm of the sea stayed with him—even after he found himself using a […]
It’s official: the Nautitech 48 Open has won the prestigious title of European Yacht of the Year 2025 in the Multihulls category, an accolade announced at the opening ceremony of boot Düsseldorf 2025. This follows its previous success at the end of 2024 at the British Yachting Awards and its recent addition to SAIL Magazine’s […]
As we sail into the new year, the winds of change have brought aboard some fantastic additions to the Key Yachting team. We’re thrilled to introduce the fresh faces that have joined our crew and share the excitement of what lies ahead. Trusty LeadershipAt the helm, Captain Bill continues to steer the ship, ensuring a […]
An incredible new flagship of the Nautitech Catamaran range is launched. Hull #1 of the new Nautitech 48 Open touched down on the waters of the Charente River, Rochefort. With her rig stepped and final commissioning taking place you can really see the amazing finished hull #1 coming together. The Marc Lombard Yacht Design Group […]
As the season starts to wrap up, we are already looking ahead to next year. The J Cup 2024 will once again take place at the Royal Southern Yacht Club in Hamble between 21st – 23rd June. After a successful inaugural J Cup Ireland at the Royal Irish Yacht Club this summer, we are delighted […]
This year’s Southampton Boat Show is approaching, with just one week to go until the gates open. It is the largest boat show in the UK and is certainly not one to miss with a huge variety of motor and sailing boats as well as the latest watersports gadgets. Key Yachting will be displaying the […]
In the second and final day of racing in the inaugural J Cup Ireland, all One Design classes completed 3 races, with the IRC class completing 2 longer races round the cans. With clear start lines across all classes and easier wind conditions, racing was simple for the 40 boats out on the water. The […]
Hosted by: Royal Irish Yacht Club Supported by Viking Marine, Quantum Sails and Cyclops Marine 26 – 27th August 2023 Day 1 of the Key Yachting J Cup Ireland is complete. An impressive 40 boats entered the inaugural regatta at the Royal Irish Yacht Club in Dun Laoghaire. Boats are fairly equally split into four […]
The J/133 has been making waves recently in IRC racing. In the Rolex Fastnet Race last month, the J/133 ‘Pintia’, co-skippered by Giles Fournier and daughter Corinne Migraine, took 1st place in IRC 1 after a brutal few days to Cherbourg, via the almighty Fastnet Rock. It’s no secret that the J/133 is a staple […]
N44 ‘Everlong’ sets sail Another Nautitech handover complete this month to the lovely new owners of the N44 Open ‘Everlong’. She was commissioned by the Key Yachting team in France before setting off on her travels. We wish the owners all the best with their adventure across the world. J Cup Regatta 2023 The 2023 […]
Key Yachting J Cup Organised by the Royal Southern Yacht Club Final Race Report Full results: https://www.j-cup.co.uk/racing-results/black-group-results The Key Yachting J Cup 2023 finished on a high yesterday with lovely conditions out on the water. IRC 1 The results for the IRC Class 1 were close across the three days of racing. But it was […]
Organised by the Royal Southern Yacht Club Race winners of day 2: IRC 1 J/112E ValenTina, IRC 2 J/92 Nightjar, J/99 Jackpot, J/111 McFly, J/70 Brutus II and J/109 Jukebox. Full results: https://www.j-cup.co.uk/racing-results/black-group-results IRC 1 The Irish J/112E ValenTina managed to overtake Jahmali and took the top spot on day 2 in IRC 2. Mike […]
Organised by the Royal Southern Yacht Club The Key Yachting J Cup Regatta kicked off with almost 300 sailors enjoying sunny conditions in the central Solent. With a slow start as racing began at lunchtime, the wind picked up towards the end of the afternoon. IRC 1 and 2, the J/109’s, J/111’s and J/99’s all […]
We are pleased to announce MDL Marinas as a sponsor of this year’s J-Cup Regatta. MDL is one of Europe’s largest marina groups with 18 marinas in the UK, including Key Yachting’s base, Hamble Point Marina. Key Yachting has worked with MDL for a number of years, as a tenant and for our J/Boat owners […]
Key Yachting has worked closely with North Sails here in the UK and Ireland for a number of years, across all four of our brands; J Boats, Nautitech Catamarans, Grand Soleil Yachts and Tofinou. North Sails is one of the main trusted sail makers we use to create the best possible sailing experiences for all […]
The Pwllheli Sailing Club based J/109 Mojito continues to shine. After their Overall IRC win in the ISORA cross-channel race and a total of eight races including in the IRC Welsh Championships, Mojito now leads the ISORA points table and the top of the Irish offshore fleet. Fellow club member, the J/125 Jackknife is currently […]
For this year’s regatta, we have partnered with Henri Lloyd to bring you the limited edition official J Cup 2023 tee shirt which is now available to pre-order! The high quality technical tee shirt is designed to perform during intense activity, with a highly breathable, quick drying fabric and UV50 protection for longer days on […]
Key Yachting is delighted to announce B&G as the main sponsor of the J Cup Regatta once again for 2023. This is the second year running that B&G are main sponsor, they have supported the event since 2004 and have held a close relationship with Key Yachting ever since. B&G is Key Yachting’s preferred supplier […]
The first Nautitech 44 delivery to the UK The team brought back the first British Nautitech 44 Open to the UK from the Nautitech shipyard in Rochefort, France this month. Although they battled very strong winds and sea swells, the boat made it to UK waters just in time to be displayed at the South […]
The new J/45 has set sail A round up of this month’s news from Key Yachting and all things boats! The recently commissioned J/45 hull #5 has been handed over to its happy new owners and has already enjoyed many sails out in the Solent. She is the first J/45 to hit UK waters, and […]
The South Coast Boat Show will be open between Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd April in Ocean Village Marina, Southampton, UK. This year the South Coast and Green Tech Boat Shows will be combined for the first time so there will be plenty to see! The Key Yachting team will be at the show displaying […]
