Coast Guard Swimmer and Auxiliarists Awarded AFRAS Gold and Silver Medals The U.S. Coast Guard and the Coast Guard Auxiliary in Alaska earned both the Gold and Silver Medals from the Association for Rescue at Sea (AFRAS) for two separate, life-saving operations earlier this year. One award recognizes a daring rescue of four people in … Read more

The Hinckley Bermuda 40 and Soundings’ Classic Boat Series Since 2012, Soundings has celebrated a single classic boat in every issue, each one brought to life by the detailed pen of artist Jim Ewing and the evocative prose of contributor Steve Knauth. These features combine visual elegance with informed commentary, preserving the character and craftsmanship … Read more

Florida Launches Mooring-Field Pilot to Improve Cruising and Protect Waters Florida has selected four regions for a three-year pilot program to establish managed mooring fields. Officials expect these moorings to make cruising more enjoyable for transient boaters while encouraging more communities to offer secure, environmentally sensitive alternatives to anchoring. The state’s approach responds to longstanding … Read more

Hunt 32CC: A Luxurious Take on the Center Console History has long painted center consoles as bare-bones fishing machines, but Hunt Yachts’ 32CC challenges that stereotype. This 32-foot center console blends the utility and performance anglers expect with refined comforts that broaden its appeal to families and casual cruisers. From Spartan to Sophisticated Traditional center … Read more

Two Connecticut non-profit organizations have formally expressed interest in taking ownership of the Saybrook Breakwater Light, a 122-year-old beacon that the U.S. Coast Guard has declared excess property. Officials say Beacon Preservation of Ansonia and Belzer Cacoethes Israel Inc. of Westport received application materials on Oct. 23 to start the transfer process for the Saybrook … Read more

Readers invited to private R.I. boat show Soundings readers are invited to an exclusive viewing of more than 30 exceptional yachts on July 16–17 at the Carnegie Abbey Club in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Newport Private Viewing is an invitation-only lifestyle and luxury exhibition showcasing high-end yachts and a curated selection of related premium products and … Read more

How Lithium Batteries Are Replacing Marine Generators: Inside the Fathom e-Power System For many boat owners, an onboard generator is a necessary compromise: it provides 120-volt power for appliances and accessories when away from shore power, but brings noise, vibration, maintenance and exhaust risks such as carbon monoxide. Traditional alternatives—heavy AGM lead‑acid deep‑cycle batteries paired … Read more

U.S. leads the way at Rolex Miami regatta The Rolex Miami Olympic Class Regatta concluded with a single medal race for the Olympic hopefuls and with finals and petit finals for the women’s match racers, delivering intense competition across multiple classes. The regatta drew a deep international field and provided decisive, high-stakes sailing that mirrored … Read more

Iran releases British sailors In a tense episode before the Dubai–Muscat Offshore Race, Sail Bahrain’s Team Pindar crew was detained by an Iranian navy vessel after a propeller failure may have caused their yacht to drift from United Arab Emirates waters into Iranian jurisdiction. The sailors were initially held on suspicion of espionage, an allegation … Read more

When Morgan Huntley approached designer Doug Zurn with plans for the next model in the Vanquish fleet, his brief was simple: “Take a bowrider and make it classy.” The collaboration produced the Vanquish 26, a 26-foot outboard-powered dual-console that blends refined styling with practical dayboat functionality. The Vanquish 26 aims to deliver a sophisticated appearance … Read more