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Cision Canada
15-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Helly Hansen and the Canada Ocean Racing - Be Water Positive Team Announce Partnership for The Ocean Race
The leading global sailing brand will be the Official Clothing Supplier to the team for The Ocean Race Europe in 2025, The Ocean Race Atlantic in 2026 and The Ocean Race around the world in 2027 OSLO, Norway, May 15, 2025 /CNW/ -- Helly Hansen, the leading global sailing brand trusted by professionals worldwide, and the Canada Ocean Racing – Be Water Positive Team are proud to announce their partnership for The Ocean Race. As the Official Clothing Supplier, Helly Hansen will provide the IMOCA team with professional grade, performance-driven gear for an entire race cycle – including The Ocean Race Europe in 2025, The Ocean Race Atlantic in 2026 and The Ocean Race around the world in 2027. Often described as the longest and toughest professional team sporting event, The Ocean Race challenges the world's best sailors, putting them and their gear to the test in some of the most extreme ocean conditions. Within each of the fully crewed races, men and women compete together in the foiling IMOCA class, where innovation and technology combine to produce record-breaking performance. "The Ocean Race is a critical part of our Be Water Positive campaign, pushing us and our equipment to the limit in some of the most extreme conditions on Earth, and we're thrilled to partner with Helly Hansen as our official clothing supplier," said Scott Shawyer, President and Skipper of Canada Ocean Racing. "I'm looking forward to working side-by-side with such a world-class brand to develop, test, and validate the equipment that will help keep me and the team safe, comfortable, and focused in The Ocean Race events over the next 3 years. Helly Hansen is a name that every sailor knows - most of us have worn their kit at various points in our careers - and I'm proud to welcome them into the team as we chase down a bold, global ambition together." Canada Ocean Racing – Be Water Positive will be on the starting line for The Ocean Race Europe 2025, which plays a crucial role supporting Scott Shawyer's mission to make history as the first Canadian to complete the legendary Vendée Globe in 2028. Since launching the campaign, he's set a double-handed course record for the Royal Ocean Racing Club Transatlantic Yacht Race, become the first Canadian to complete the grueling 3,100-nautical-mile New York Vendée, and is looking forward to competing in The Ocean Race Europe. British offshore sailor Pip Hare will sail alongside Canadian skipper Scott Shawyer and the four-person sailing team on every leg of the race. Having competed amongst the top ten of the international IMOCA fleet and in the 2020-21 and 2024 Vendée Globe, she will provide invaluable insight and mentorship to the team. Additionally, the team is championing the Be Water Positive initiative, using their global platform to raise awareness of water scarcity and sustainable solutions, and through the team's Pathway Program, they're inspiring and supporting the next generation of Canadian offshore sailors. "We are proud to partner with the Canada Ocean Racing – Be Water Positive Team in support of their mission, taking on one of the toughest team sporting events in the world, The Ocean Race," said Gabriele Galaverni, Brand Partnerships Director at Helly Hansen. "Working with professionals is at the core of everything we do and being able to partner with a team that's not only committed to pushing their own performance boundaries but also to raising the profile of offshore sailing is an honor and inspiration. We look forward to collaborating with the team to give them the best possible technical gear as they compete across the world's harshest waters." A global leader in technical sailing apparel and official sponsor of the Canada Ocean Racing – Be Water Positive Team as well as an official partner of The Ocean Race organization, Helly Hansen is trusted by professionals all over the world, drawing on their insight and feedback to create gear with innovation, high-performance, and protection at the forefront. The Norway-based brand has collaborated with teams competing in The Ocean Race for over 50 years, harnessing these partnerships to test their latest designs, materials and technologies. Partnering with the race organization alongside the Canada Ocean Racing – Be Water Positive Team, Helly Hansen will continue to take inspiration from their experiences to create gear that advances the sport and provides maximum protection in even the most extreme environments. As Official Clothing Supplier to the Canada Ocean Racing – Be Water Positive Team, the sailors will be provided with pinnacle pieces from Helly Hansen's Ægir offshore collection. The Ægir collection is the direct result of 50 years of design improvements alongside The Ocean Race teams, and Helly Hansen's designers will work closely with the team to refine and test new features and designs. The Canada Ocean Racing – Be Water Positive Team will join the other competitors on the starting line of The Ocean Race Europe in Kiel, Germany on August 10, 2025 – with stops in Portsmouth, UK; Matosinhos-Porto, Portugal (Fly-By); Cartagena, Spain; Nice, France and Genova, Italy, before the finale in Boka Bay, Montenegro.
The Star
23-04-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Sailing-Flying boats, double points and a lightning pit stop set stage for Portuguese Ocean Race thriller
(Reuters) -Flying boats, double points and a three-hour pit stop will bring high-octane sailing drama to Portugal this August as Matosinhos-Porto secured a coveted spot on The Ocean Race Europe route – with ocean health activism sharing the spotlight alongside sporting glory. The Portuguese coastal destination will host a "Fly-By" on Aug. 20 during the second leg from Portsmouth to Cartagena, it was announced on Wednesday, with the high-tech foiling IMOCA boats making a brief three-hour stop at Porto Cruise Terminal before continuing their journey to Gibraltar and the Mediterranean. The Fly-By represents a critical sporting juncture, awarding half the points for the double-scoring second leg. "It's very special to know that The Ocean Race Europe is stopping in Matosinhos because I know I will feel the warmth of Portugal and the Portuguese people in this extreme and hard competition," said Mariana Lobato, the only female Portuguese sailor who competed in the last round-the-world race and who will now be racing with Team Paprec Arkea. The announcement, made during an event at Porto Cruise Terminal, highlighted how the race will spotlight ocean health initiatives alongside the sporting spectacle. "Few competitions can claim to connect Europe more completely than The Ocean Race Europe," said Richard Brisius, Race Chairman. "This is a race that truly connects our continent, from the Baltic to the Mediterranean, and into the Adriatic Sea." The Ocean Race Europe 2025 will start from Kiel, Germany on Aug. 10, with stops in Portsmouth, Matosinhos-Porto, Cartagena, Nice, and Genoa before finishing at Boka Bay, Montenegro. The race, launched in 2021, has swiftly become a marquee event on the offshore sailing calendar, delivering elite competition across Europe's iconic ports. Designed as a shorter, continental counterpart to the legendary round-the-world Ocean Race, it features cutting-edge IMOCA 60 and VO65 class yachts with mixed-gender crews tackling a blend of offshore legs and coastal sprints. The IMOCA 60 is a cutting-edge 60-foot (18-metre) yacht known for its speed and ability to "fly" above the water using foils, while the VO65 is a 65-foot (20-metre) one-design conventional monohull boat built for strength, speed and close competition. The inaugural edition saw Portugal's Mirpuri Foundation Racing Team clinch victory in the VO65 class, while Offshore Team Germany triumphed in the IMOCA 60 category. Beyond the fierce racing, the event underscores a commitment to environmental advocacy, leveraging its platform to champion ocean health and sustainability initiatives across the continent. (Editing by Toby Davis)
Straits Times
23-04-2025
- Sport
- Straits Times
Flying boats, double points and a lightning pit stop set stage for Portuguese Ocean Race thriller
Flying boats, double points and a three-hour pit stop will bring high-octane sailing drama to Portugal this August as Matosinhos-Porto secured a coveted spot on The Ocean Race Europe route – with ocean health activism sharing the spotlight alongside sporting glory. The Portuguese coastal destination will host a "Fly-By" on Aug. 20 during the second leg from Portsmouth to Cartagena, it was announced on Wednesday, with the high-tech foiling IMOCA boats making a brief three-hour stop at Porto Cruise Terminal before continuing their journey to Gibraltar and the Mediterranean. The Fly-By represents a critical sporting juncture, awarding half the points for the double-scoring second leg. "It's very special to know that The Ocean Race Europe is stopping in Matosinhos because I know I will feel the warmth of Portugal and the Portuguese people in this extreme and hard competition," said Mariana Lobato, the only female Portuguese sailor who competed in the last round-the-world race and who will now be racing with Team Paprec Arkea. The announcement, made during an event at Porto Cruise Terminal, highlighted how the race will spotlight ocean health initiatives alongside the sporting spectacle. "Few competitions can claim to connect Europe more completely than The Ocean Race Europe," said Richard Brisius, Race Chairman. "This is a race that truly connects our continent, from the Baltic to the Mediterranean, and into the Adriatic Sea." The Ocean Race Europe 2025 will start from Kiel, Germany on Aug. 10, with stops in Portsmouth, Matosinhos-Porto, Cartagena, Nice, and Genoa before finishing at Boka Bay, Montenegro. The race, launched in 2021, has swiftly become a marquee event on the offshore sailing calendar, delivering elite competition across Europe's iconic ports. Designed as a shorter, continental counterpart to the legendary round-the-world Ocean Race, it features cutting-edge IMOCA 60 and VO65 class yachts with mixed-gender crews tackling a blend of offshore legs and coastal sprints. The IMOCA 60 is a cutting-edge 60-foot (18-metre) yacht known for its speed and ability to "fly" above the water using foils, while the VO65 is a 65-foot (20-metre) one-design conventional monohull boat built for strength, speed and close competition. The inaugural edition saw Portugal's Mirpuri Foundation Racing Team clinch victory in the VO65 class, while Offshore Team Germany triumphed in the IMOCA 60 category. Beyond the fierce racing, the event underscores a commitment to environmental advocacy, leveraging its platform to champion ocean health and sustainability initiatives across the continent. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Reuters
23-04-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Flying boats, double points and a lightning pit stop set stage for Portuguese Ocean Race thriller
Summary Matosinhos-Porto hosts critical Fly-By during Ocean Race Europe Race highlights ocean health initiatives alongside competition Event features cutting-edge IMOCA 60 and VO65 yachts April 23 (Reuters) - Flying boats, double points and a three-hour pit stop will bring high-octane sailing drama to Portugal this August as Matosinhos-Porto secured a coveted spot on The Ocean Race Europe route – with ocean health activism sharing the spotlight alongside sporting glory. The Portuguese coastal destination will host a "Fly-By" on Aug. 20 during the second leg from Portsmouth to Cartagena, it was announced on Wednesday, with the high-tech foiling IMOCA boats making a brief three-hour stop at Porto Cruise Terminal before continuing their journey to Gibraltar and the Mediterranean. The Fly-By represents a critical sporting juncture, awarding half the points for the double-scoring second leg. "It's very special to know that The Ocean Race Europe is stopping in Matosinhos because I know I will feel the warmth of Portugal and the Portuguese people in this extreme and hard competition," said Mariana Lobato, the only female Portuguese sailor who competed in the last round-the-world race and who will now be racing with Team Paprec Arkea. The announcement, made during an event at Porto Cruise Terminal, highlighted how the race will spotlight ocean health initiatives alongside the sporting spectacle. "Few competitions can claim to connect Europe more completely than The Ocean Race Europe," said Richard Brisius, Race Chairman. "This is a race that truly connects our continent, from the Baltic to the Mediterranean, and into the Adriatic Sea." The Ocean Race Europe 2025 will start from Kiel, Germany on Aug. 10, with stops in Portsmouth, Matosinhos-Porto, Cartagena, Nice, and Genoa before finishing at Boka Bay, Montenegro. The race, launched in 2021, has swiftly become a marquee event on the offshore sailing calendar, delivering elite competition across Europe's iconic ports. Designed as a shorter, continental counterpart to the legendary round-the-world Ocean Race, it features cutting-edge IMOCA 60 and VO65 class yachts with mixed-gender crews tackling a blend of offshore legs and coastal sprints. The IMOCA 60 is a cutting-edge 60-foot (18-metre) yacht known for its speed and ability to "fly" above the water using foils, while the VO65 is a 65-foot (20-metre) one-design conventional monohull boat built for strength, speed and close competition. The inaugural edition saw Portugal's Mirpuri Foundation Racing Team clinch victory in the VO65 class, while Offshore Team Germany triumphed in the IMOCA 60 category. Beyond the fierce racing, the event underscores a commitment to environmental advocacy, leveraging its platform to champion ocean health and sustainability initiatives across the continent.
