Cruising News

Super Yacht Samurai taking shape

01 Jul 2014

The new Samurai previously the Mari Cha IV famed for a number of amazing accomplishments. Designed to be the worlds fastest offshore racing monohull. In 2003, she blew away the competition, and the century-old record, in the West to East Transatlantic race.

Graeme Kendall sets a new World Record

27 Sep 2010

Congratulations to New Zealand sailor Graeme Kendall. Sailing his Elliott 1250, Astral Express, Kendall has successfully transited the Northwest Passage, solo. His is the first successful solo crossing and he now holds the world record for the fastest solo voyage through the Passage.

Aquila Recently Launched in Sydney

24 May 2010

Congratulations to Sydney owners of Aquila. Launched recently, Aquila is the latest Elliott 1550 Tourer. Built by New Yachts China the yacht was shipped to Melbourne for the final fit out. Aquila's owners are delighted to finally sail their new boat and report that they are thrilled with the sailing performance.

Rapparee wins in ARC

18 Dec 2009

First boat home in the cruising division of the ARC, Atlantic Rally for Cruisers, was Rapparee an Elliott 53 ft centre cockpit cruiser. New Zealand owner, Steve Wilson, commented that the race was sailed in great conditions with breeze all the way and under gennaker for the last 10 days.