Broken propellor shaft

On July 3rd 2021, just hours after leaving Antwerp, our port prop shaft broke... The story. 

Preparing to sail around the world

Before leaving our home port in July for a 2 year trip, Monara needs some attention. An introduction... 

When stabilising becomes an art - DMS Magnus Master yacht stabilisers

In the autumn of 2020, we installed DMS stabilisers on Monara. 

Santa spoilt us this year... DJI Mavic Pro

You can't travel for two years without being able to film from above, he must have thought. 

Which chart system?

Marine electronics and digital charts play an important role nowadays. How we chose. 

Fuel consumption will determine our routing

Monara is driven by 2 Gardner engines, consuming 12 to 20 liters per hour together. 

How to communicate while travelling

How will we stay in touch with home?