The story of high-life and intrigue amongst Britain's wealthy sailing set continues to ride the waves in the boatyards, boardrooms and bedrooms.

Laura Wilde's arrival in Tarrant heralds a stormy ride for the business empires of Leisure Cruise, Frere Holdings and Relton Marine. The glamorous schemer wastes no time in making alliances and helping herself to a share of the action.

As Laura joins forces with Ken Masters at Leisure Cruise, clouds hang over the other businesses: the on-going fraud investigation threatens to either put Charles and Gerald behind bars or set off a trail of revenge; Avril's tenure at Relton Marine comes under threat as Charles seeks to engineer a vote of no-confidence - while secret deals in Malta and in the courtroom are shaping all their fortunes.

Elsewhere, emotions are running high as Abby's claims on William aren't helped by her ever closer ties with Leo; Jack struggles with feelings of guilt as he embarks on a relationship with his old flame Vanessa and Jan finds more than just a business partner in the enigmatic James...