Latest OCC News
Hull Biosecurity Remains Vital for Cruisers Visiting NZ
Marine pests spread easily on yacht hulls, reinforcing the importance of biosecurity inspections before entering sensitive cruising destinations.
by Simon Currin - 26/07/2026
Research Sailing Yacht Expands Baltic Citizen Science
Scientists aboard Malizia Explorer demonstrate how offshore sailing supports climate research while reducing emissions from traditional research vessels.
by Simon Currin - 25/07/2026
Update: Solo sailors attempting to circumnavigate the Arctic
Matt Rutherford (OCC) solo, non-stop attempt. Ella Hibberd solo attempt spanning 2 seasons. Harry Anderson (OCC) solo attempt with stops.
by Simon Currin - 24/07/2026
Starlink is changing its Roam Unlimited subscription
International cruisers may end up paying more for their broadband from 17th August
by Simon Currin - 15/07/2026
Connected or consumed? The realities of Starlink for bluewater cruisers
A survey of ARC participants published by Yachting World reports on the adoption of offshore satellite broadband internet by blue-water cruisers.
by Simon Currin - 09/07/2026
Stories on the Edge Podcast: Steve Brown reflect on adventure and climate change
Ocean Cruising Club Member, Steve Brown, reflects on his Arctic voyages in the ‘Stories from the Edge’ podcast led by fellow OCC members, Nigel Jollands and Veronica Lysaght.
by Simon Currin - 08/07/2026
OCC Member, Harry Anderson, interview on the Explore North Podcast
Award winning Ocean Cruising Club sailor, Harry, is attempting to circumnavigate the Arctic and fellow OCC member, John Amtrup, has interviewed him for his Explore North Podcast.
by Simon Currin - 07/07/2026
Science Afloat Connects Sailors and Scientists
Science Afloat matches long-distance sailors with marine researchers, enabling ocean voyages to collect valuable scientific data for global research.
by Simon Currin - 06/07/2026
Free Webinar by PredictWind: El Niño
PredictWind’s El Niño webinar - covering what it is, how it’s shaping the trade winds, and what it could mean for your next passage.
by Simon Currin - 30/06/2026
OCC Commodore, Fi Jones, sailing in Brittany
Ocean Cruising Cub Commodore, Fi Jones, is sailing around Brittany this summer and enjoying the company of fellow OCC boats along the way.
by Simon Currin - 29/06/2026
54th Newport Bermuda Race starts today
The Newport Bermuda Race starts on Friday, June 19 from Rhode Island’s iconic Fort Adams, Newport RI.
by Simon Currin - 19/06/2026
The New Zealand OCC Fleet is streaming north in search of sunshine.
Ocean Cruising Club boats in New Zealand have finally found a weather window to leave the winter behind them and head for the warmth of the South Pacific Islands.
by Simon Currin - 19/06/2026
OCC Member prepares for solo, non-stop, westabout circumnavigation
OCC Interview with Istvan Kopar as he prepares for his solo, non-stop, westabout circumnavigation aboard S/V Surprise
by Simon Currin - 17/06/2026
Russian warship fires warning shots near UK-registered yacht in Channel
The incident, which happened between the Isle of Wight and Normandy, involved a Russian frigate, the Admiral Grigorovich.
by Simon Currin - 16/06/2026
2026 OCC Chesapeake Bay Cruise
Every year the Ocean Cruising Club organises a cruise within the Chesapeake Bay.
by Chris Burry - 15/06/2026
French Polynesia Protects Biodiverse Ocean Area Twice the Size of Arizona.
The French Polynesian government recently announced it will fully protect 200,000 square miles of ocean, an area about twice as large as Arizona that’s teeming with ocean life.
by Simon Currin - 14/06/2026
Seabirds drive rapid coral reef recovery after invasive rats are removed.
Removing invasive rats from islands in Palau allowed seabirds to return, restoring nutrient flows that boosted coral reef health and fish populations within a year, highlighting rapid recovery.
by Simon Currin - 13/06/2026
El Nino forms, expected to strengthen, say NOAA forecasters
Prolonged period of above-average temperatures in the equatorial Pacific expected to peak this winter.
by Simon Currin - 12/06/2026
RIP Graham Johnson, Past OCC Roving Rear Commodore
Graham Johnson, long standing OCC Member and multiple award winner, has died in Southampton.
by Simon Currin - 12/06/2026