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Nautical Channel is an international television channel operating in the thematic sports format, dedicated entirely to sailing, water sports, and the nautical lifestyle . The primary language of broadcasting is English, with content available in multiple languages including Italian, French, and German . The channel is owned by the Italian media group Digicast, a subsidiary of RCS MediaGroup, and has been broadcasting since 2001 . The channel's headquarters are located in Milan, Italy . Initially launched as Sailing Channel on October 1, 2000, it was rebranded to Yacht & Sail in October 2007, and finally adopted its current name, Nautical Channel, in December 2011 .
On air, Nautical Channel features a 24-hour schedule focused on maritime and water-sports content . The programming includes live coverage and highlights of major sailing regattas such as the America's Cup, the Vendée Globe, and the Rolex World Sailing Awards . The channel also covers powerboat racing, including the UIM XCAT World Championship and the Aquabike World Championship, as well as surfing, kiteboarding, and wingfoiling events . Popular programs on the channel include Clipper: The Race Of Their Lives, a documentary series following prestigious ocean regattas; Dangerous Waters, an adventure documentary series; Anchored in Paradise, a guide magazine; and Exploring Italy's Tyrrhenian Coasts, a travel series discovering Italy's coastal wonders . The channel also produces news and magazine segments covering industry events, technological innovations, and profiles of sailing stars . The Managing Director of Nautical Channel is Andrew L. Miller .
The channel positions itself as the only 24-hour global television network entirely dedicated to the world of sailing and water sports, reaching over 18 million subscribers in 44 countries across five continents . It is broadcast in six languages: English, French, German, Italian, Russian, and Spanish . During the early period when the channel was fully controlled by the Italian Giglio Group, it paradoxically was not available on Italian digital terrestrial television, though it was distributed internationally as an "Italian" network in the Middle East and other markets . Today, Nautical Channel is available on satellite platforms such as Sky Italia (channel 214) and various cable and IPTV networks across Europe, North America, and Africa .
Nautical Channel strives to serve professional sailors, water sports enthusiasts, and armchair travelers alike, offering a unique window into the world of regattas, ocean adventures, and the coastal lifestyle. The mission of the channel is to capture the passion for the sea, providing high-quality coverage of global competitions and showcasing the most beautiful sailing destinations on the planet. Thanks to its international distribution, Nautical Channel provides the opportunity to watch its programming on any device, ensuring that maritime enthusiasts across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and the global diaspora can immerse themselves in the world of nautical sports wherever they are.

