It is a window on a diverse set of projects that are able to sit together through a common thread of Innovation, Technology, Challenge and Adventure.

This foundation, coupled with an ethos of openness, has taken us and many others through a kaleidoscope of experiences and emotions captured by the breadth of this site. Polar travel, ocean sailing, challenging the norm with new concepts and education are all in here.

This is a dynamic site, with projects 'headlining' as they have their moment.

My last challenge was the GORE-TEX Arctic Challenge. In June 2011 we took two 6-metre, Suzuki-powered RIBS from Scotland to the Arctic Circle. See the latest news page for more information or check out: www.ribstothelimit.com.

Prior to that was a long-awaited return to solo ocean sailing with an entry in the historic Route du Rhum race; a gruelling 3,500-mile single-handed race across the Atlantic. Commencing on Sunday 31st October 2010, I completed the course on 20th November coming 14th in class - not bad for an old dog! I learned a lot on the way and had forgotten how much I enjoyed solo ocean sailing. It has certainly given me a taste for more. For thisadventure we partnered with Team Concise, last year's Class 40 World Champions who built a brand new boat for 2010, and title sponsors DMS.

Racing a high-tech Open 40 was very different to our previous project, when we built ‘Spirit of Mystery’ to recreate and celebrate the heroic journey of seven Cornishmen who sailed a 37 ft wooden lugger to Australia more than 150 years ago. Spirit is now back in the UK and will be making several guest appearances up and down the South coast, so do come and say hello if you get a chance.

So what is next for me? I'm not sure yet, but I will have a cup of tea and sit down with the family before deciding. What is certain is that there are definitely more adventures to come so watch this space...

I hope you will keep visiting the site and follow all our adventures; we cannot do them without you.

Thanks for your interest and support.

Cheers,