Log of the Week | July 4, 2025

What the sea world is talking about this week — from cutting-edge yachts to conservation shifts and global races.

🟥 1. Ferrari Sets Sail — With a Yacht

Yes, that Ferrari. The luxury car icon has just unveiled its first-ever ocean racing yacht: the Ferrari Hypersail. It’s not just a branding exercise — this 100-foot foiling vessel was co-designed by renowned naval architect Guillaume Verdier, and it’s set to hit the water in 2026 under the leadership of offshore sailing legend Giovanni Soldini.

The Hypersail fuses F1-level aerodynamics with ocean tech. Think: carbon composites, zero-emission systems, and speeds that will likely make it one of the fastest monohulls afloat.

Personal note: I love when big names take risks at sea. It’s bold. Unusual. And maybe even inspiring. Let’s just hope this isn’t the start of putting spoilers on sailboats.

🧭 More at Ferrari.com ›

🌬 2. iQFOiL Worlds: Wind, Foils & Speed

Over 200 athletes from 40+ countries are gathering in Aarhus, Denmark, for the iQFOiL World Championships — a key moment in the run-up to the 2028 Olympics. These sailors race on wind-powered boards that literally fly above the water on hydrofoils, reaching speeds that rival motorboats.

It’s fast. It’s furious. And it’s the future of Olympic sailing.

If you're curious about how foiling works — or what sailing might look like in 10 years — this is the place to look.

⛵ Follow the event › https://2025iqworldsaarhus.sailti.com/en/default/races/race

🏁 3. The Fastnet Turns 100

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Rolex Fastnet Race, one of the most legendary offshore events on the calendar. The 695-nautical-mile course from Cowes to Cherbourg via the Fastnet Rock off Ireland is known for its mix of speed, chaos, and beauty.

Thousands of sailors will take part — from seasoned professionals to passionate amateurs. It’s less about spectacle and more about endurance, teamwork, and trust in your boat.

I’ve followed Fastnet since I learned to sail. It still gives me chills.

🗺 More at › https://www.rolexfastnetrace.com/en

🚢 4. Baglietto Launches Sleek New Explorer

Italian shipyard Baglietto just launched the DOM115, a 35-meter explorer yacht with a minimalist, open-deck layout and eco-conscious power options. It’s part of the growing demand for vessels that are both luxurious and long-range — built for adventure, not just anchor selfies.

With hybrid systems, a panoramic sky lounge, and extended cruising capability, this could be the perfect dreamboat for an owner who wants to disappear into the Med for months.

📸 See it at › https://www.baglietto.com/

🇧🇸 5. Bahamas Shake Up Yacht Rules

Planning a winter charter to the Bahamas? Take note — new tax regulations and navigation rules may change how yacht tourism functions there. Reports show longer wait times, new anchorage fees, and more paperwork.

The government says it’s about protecting fragile environments and ensuring fair tourism. Critics say it may drive yachts to other islands.

Either way, captains and charterers will need to plan differently this season.

🌍 6. UN Ocean Conference Promises Action

At this year’s UN Ocean Conference, nations committed to a sweeping set of goals — from protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030 to increasing enforcement against illegal fishing and limiting deep-sea mining.

It’s hopeful news for ocean lovers. But of course, the sea has heard many promises. Now we wait for real enforcement.

As sailors and sea professionals, we should keep watching.

🦈 7. Shark & Ray Trade Report Released

A global study from the Wildlife Conservation Society has tracked the effectiveness of CITES protections on shark and ray species. The good news? Many regions are improving enforcement. The bad? Illegal trade and overfishing still haunt large parts of the globe.

As apex predators, sharks are critical to marine balance. Without them, reef systems unravel.

Conservation is not just policy. It’s personal — for every sailor who’s ever glimpsed a fin and felt awe instead of fear.

🦈 More at › https://www.wcs.org/

🛳 8. Royal Caribbean Goes Greener

Royal Caribbean has announced new sustainable routes and onboard changes for 2025, including support for coral restoration, reduced plastic, and local marine research partnerships in the Caribbean.

As large cruise lines adapt, they have the power to influence coastal communities and marine policy — for better or worse. Let’s hold them to it.

🌴 News at Royal Caribbean Blog ›

🧭 Final Thoughts

It’s been a big week: A luxury automaker enters yacht racing, Olympic sailors hit the water, offshore legends line up for Fastnet, and the environment takes center stage at global summits.

What does it all mean for us? Whether you’re anchoring in Greece or dreaming of foiling in Denmark, the world of water is always moving.

Here at Sailoscope, we’re watching every tide turn — and bringing the stories back to shore.