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- XP SAIL Academy is launching on 12 September in Kaarst as a new sailing school with a focus on competitive, performance-oriented sailing.
- Fabrice Roghé is critical of traditional classroom teaching and favours interactive teaching methods, modern learning approaches and a high-quality environment.
- At the heart of the academy are regattas and training sessions on three performance cruisers, with the XP-44 “Sophie Emilie” serving as the flagship.

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- Due to a lack of funding, Pukropski ended her competitive sporting career and, at the age of 24, took over her former sailing school using a personal loan.
- She worked almost non-stop, bore full financial responsibility and, as a young boss, was sometimes not taken seriously, but learnt about leadership and organisation.
- The aim is to create an accessible water sports centre offering low-cost and inclusive activities, combining education, community and experiential learning.

Interview: Setting up his own sailing school at the age of 24: “When I do something, I do it properly”

- Rum has been a staple of seafaring since the 17th century, from serving as a substitute for drinking water and a protection against scurvy to the daily ration of the Royal Navy.
- Rum is closely linked to slavery, Caribbean plantations, Flensburg’s rum trade, as well as modern sailing culture and regattas such as the Route du Rhum.
- Despite blood alcohol limits, rum remains a symbol of maritime culture; breaches on board result in fines, penalties and the loss of insurance cover.

World Rum Day: “Fifteen men on the dead man’s chest …”

- The KVR primarily govern collision prevention worldwide; local regulations such as the SeeSchStrO or EmsSchO may, in some cases, take precedence over them.
- Rules on giving way follow the principle that one vessel must give way in good time and in a clear manner, whilst the other maintains its course and speed in a visible manner.
- Exceptions apply, for example, in situations with poor visibility and in ‘last-minute manoeuvres’ if the vessel required to give way does not react appropriately.

Rules of way: Right of way and giving way: These are the rules that sailors need to know

- Around 14,800 visitors and 170 exhibitors at the Ancora Yacht Festival 2026, the target of 18,000 guests was missed and the downward trend continues.
- The in-water format focussing on cruising yachts is considered unique in Germany; numerous innovations such as the Linjett 36 and Bavaria Voyager 45 made their debut.
- Around 100 exhibitors showcased technology and over 90 presentations dealt with practical and safety topics; the next event is scheduled for 28 to 30 May 2027.

Ancora Yacht Festival: Fewer guests in Neustadt, but a good atmosphere

- According to Sven M. Rutter, marine radio remains essential, not only for emergencies, but above all to clarify uncertainties and avoid risky situations.
- Many skippers shy away from radioing for fear of making mistakes and strict radio discipline, but prepared radio messages and the use of channel 16 according to the standard can help.
- A radio certificate is mandatory as soon as a marine radio system is on board; in an emergency, however, anyone can use the radio, even without a corresponding certificate.

New podcast episode: Mayday and Pan-Pan - how to radio correctly at sea

- Timm Kruse obtains the internationally recognised RYA Yachtmaster Offshore in Malta, although this is not valid in France.
- The demanding training programme includes rigorous theory, intensive practical days, an English-language exam and a high level of experience.
- It costs around 5,000 euros and takes about two weeks; Kruse also wants to use the licence commercially as a skipper in the future.

Yachtmaster Offshore: "They want to get you through, but you have to perform"

- SRC is required for VHF marine radio on pleasure craft with radio equipment, UBI for inland radio on rivers, canals and lakes.  
- Examinations include translations, multiple choice and practical radio messages; pure memorisation is not enough for safe radio communication.  
- Routine and safety come from regular practice: listen in, speak, know the equipment, have emergency call schemes ready and use every radio opportunity.

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Sailing licence: All information about the sailing licence

Interview
From the classroom to lifestyle

Interview
Setting up his own sailing school at the age of 24: “When I do something, I do it properly”

World Rum Day
“Fifteen men on the dead man’s chest …”

Rules of way
Right of way and giving way: These are the rules that sailors need to know

Ancora Yacht Festival
Fewer guests in Neustadt, but a good atmosphere

New podcast episode
Mayday and Pan-Pan - how to radio correctly at sea

Yachtmaster Offshore
"They want to get you through, but you have to perform"

Practice
Clear to spark with a glow

Recreational boating licence
Federal Ministry of Transport announces end to lending practice

Small vessel product
Amended regulation provides relief

Recreational boating licence
New EU study recommends Europe-wide recognition

Recreational boating licence
Is the end in sight? What the reform means for sailors

Sailing licence: All information about the sailing licence

InterviewFrom the classroom to lifestyle

InterviewSetting up his own sailing school at the age of 24: “When I do something, I do it properly”

World Rum Day“Fifteen men on the dead man’s chest …”

Rules of wayRight of way and giving way: These are the rules that sailors need to know

Ancora Yacht FestivalFewer guests in Neustadt, but a good atmosphere

New podcast episodeMayday and Pan-Pan - how to radio correctly at sea

Yachtmaster Offshore"They want to get you through, but you have to perform"

PracticeClear to spark with a glow

Recreational boating licenceFederal Ministry of Transport announces end to lending practice

Small vessel productAmended regulation provides relief

Recreational boating licenceNew EU study recommends Europe-wide recognition

Recreational boating licenceIs the end in sight? What the reform means for sailors

Interview
From the classroom to lifestyle

Interview
Setting up his own sailing school at the age of 24: “When I do something, I do it properly”

World Rum Day
“Fifteen men on the dead man’s chest …”

Rules of way
Right of way and giving way: These are the rules that sailors need to know

Ancora Yacht Festival
Fewer guests in Neustadt, but a good atmosphere

New podcast episode
Mayday and Pan-Pan - how to radio correctly at sea

Yachtmaster Offshore
"They want to get you through, but you have to perform"

Practice
Clear to spark with a glow

Recreational boating licence
Federal Ministry of Transport announces end to lending practice

Small vessel product
Amended regulation provides relief

Recreational boating licence
New EU study recommends Europe-wide recognition

Recreational boating licence
Is the end in sight? What the reform means for sailors