As reported by Eurosail News, the Vendee Globe Race has announced a significant expansion of the race by adding a second devision. Whereas the non-stop around the world race has always been solely for singlehanders, the new division will be for double-handed crews. Like the singlehanders, the doublehanded crews will sail IMOCA 60s, with with foils or without. According to Jacques Caraes, Vendee Globe race director, the addition of more sailors will increase the human interest level for the race and give race sponsors more value for their investment. Charlie Enright, of 11th Hour Racing, gave a different reason for…

David Burch of Starpath Navigation examines the grounding of the container ship Ever Given in this video using AIS data to show the ships position on the chart.  

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Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – Dockmate®, manufacturer of advanced wireless remote controls for yachts, announced today that it has developed an interface that allows complete compatibility with a wide variety of digital (CANbus) and analog engine and thruster controls. Additionally, they have custom-made splitter cables for easy connection to existing controls with plug-and-play simplicity. All boats with electronic engine controls can be equipped with the Dockmate system, regardless of the length or type of boat. Easy-to-install and compatible with most engine and thruster systems, remote control systems let owners and crew operate engines, bow and stern thrusters, anchor winches and horns from…