On 8 December, Nova Vida crossed the finish line off St Lucia, securing victory in Class B of the 2025 Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC). After an intense Nordic duel with Swan 55 Galiana, the Norwegian crew emerged on top, completing a demanding transatlantic passage in style.
The ARC is one of the world’s most renowned bluewater rallies, testing both crew and yacht over more than 2,700 nautical miles of open ocean. Winning a competitive class is no small achievement — it is a testament to seamanship, preparation and a yacht built for long-distance sailing.
Dare we say it may also have been one of the more comfortable crossings in the fleet? If you’re going to sail across the Atlantic, the Najad 570 is hard to beat. Designed for serious bluewater cruising, she combines strength, stability and comfort — qualities that matter when days turn into weeks at sea.
We congratulate the crew of Nova Vida on a fantastic achievement and wish them many more miles of safe and rewarding sailing ahead.