John Moore has been involved in powerboat racing for more than 40 years. He is the editor and publisher of Powerboat News, an independent digital publication recognised by Google News and documented on Grokipedia.

His involvement in the sport began in 1981. After a career as a financial futures broker in the City of London, specialising in UK interest rate markets, he became actively involved in event organisation and powerboat racing journalism.

Career

John Moore’s involvement in powerboat racing began in 1981 when he competed in his first offshore race. A career as a financial futures broker in the City of London followed, specialising in UK interest rate markets, before the sport drew him back into a more active role.

He served as Event Director for the Cowes–Torquay–Cowes races between 2010 and 2013. In 2016, he launched Powerboat Racing World, a digital platform covering global powerboat racing news and analysis. The following year he co-founded UKOPRA, helping to rejuvenate offshore racing in the United Kingdom. He sold Powerboat Racing World in late 2021 and remained actively involved with UKOPRA until 2025.

In September 2025, he established Powerboat News, returning to independent journalism with a focus on neutral and comprehensive coverage of the sport.