Peter Burling and Blair Tuke have launched Live Ocean Racing – a platform to bring together an all-female team of talented and diverse sailors to compete at the highest level. The establishment of the racing team is said to supports the pair’s aim to use their sailing platform to connect people to the issues the […]
Two activists promoting the rights of women and LGBT+ members in the maritime community have today (3 September 2021) been recognised for their achievements. Second Officer Paul Owen is the first ever recipient of the prestigious Merchant Navy Medal for his efforts in promoting LGBT+ rights across the maritime sector. Championing minority groups rights throughout […]