World Ocean Day
Join North and save our playgrounds.
Why North Is All In
We owe our livelihood, and our joy, to healthy seas. That’s why we helped fund the new Whale Alert update that now covers European waters. Every sighting you log feeds more accurate speed limits and routing changes that stop deadly ship strikes. Protecting whales protects the health of our playgrounds. And reducing the risk of ship strikes keep sailing crews and their boats safe from injury or damage.
Why Whales Matter
- Nature’s climate engine - A single whale stores tons of carbon and fertilises phytoplankton that make over half the planet’s oxygen.
- Keystone species - Their migrations spread nutrients, supporting fish stocks and coastal communities.
- On the brink - Fewer than 370 North Atlantic right whales remain; slowing vessels is the fastest way to tip the odds back in their favour.
Ready to Act?
We owe our livelihood, and our joy, to healthy seas. That’s why we helped fund the new Whale Alert update that now covers European waters. Every sighting you log feeds more accurate speed limits and routing changes that stop deadly ship strikes. Protecting whales protects the health of our playgrounds. And reducing the risk of ship strikes keep sailing crews and their boats safe from injury or damage.
Why Whales Matter
Hit the buttons below to Download Whale Alert and Share This Page.
Every tap helps a whale clear its migration path, and keeps the ocean future-ready for all of us.
How You Can Help
Sailors at Sea
- Download Whale Alert before you cast off.
- Log every whale you see; sightings trigger temporary, voluntary speed restrictions or advisory notices.
- Share the link with your fleet, more data, safer passages.
Surfers on the Beach
- Keep the app open while you wait for the next set.
- Spot a spout? Report it. Coastal records guide shipping lanes.
- Post your sighting with #SaveTheWhales and tag @NorthSails.
City Ocean Lovers
- Follow the live whale map and spread the word.
- Review your online deliveries, choose slower, sea-freight options where you can.
- Lend your voice: forward this page to friends who sail, surf or ship.
