Family odyssey

The surname is familiar to those in boating, powerboat racing and the broader marine industry. Nick Barry-Cotter, with a background in automotive and now Manager of Maritimo’s Hope Island facility, is preparing for his first Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.

Cabbage in the bag

Master Lock Comanche has thrown down the gauntlet to the rest of the Line Honours contenders for the 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race with a clinical performance in the Cabbage Tree Island Race.

Spiesy’s salute

Maritimo Sailing Master Michael “Spiesy” Spies, will be lining up for his 47th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race at the helm of Maritimo Katwinchar. Just three weeks ahead of the Boxing Day start, Spiesy recounts impressions from his first race and what keeps him coming back for another crack.

Great British winners

Emirates Great Britain has won it all on the Arabian Gulf, defeating the BONDS Flying Roos and New Zealand’s Black Foils to become the third-ever winner of the Rolex SailGP Championship.