This is the first ever Italian collaboration with the global sailing event and will see a Genova team entry race 40, nautical miles and complete six ocean crossings. The partnership was revealed today by race founder Sir Robin Knox-Johnston and Ms Alessandra Bianchi, Councillor for Sports Facilities and Activities, at the Genova Boat Show, who also announced that young adventurers from city would be able to apply for one of the places on the Genova yacht.
By partnering with the Clipper Race, the city will showcase itself to the world, as the branded Genova team yacht sails on the challenging circumnavigation, crewed by diverse people from all corners of the world. The yacht will stop at approximately 14 host cities on the global route, offering the opportunity for unique events, business development, marine industry exchanges and tourism promotion, as well as international media exposure promoting Genova to the world.
Central to this partnership is an Ambassador Programme, where young Italians will have the opportunity to race on board a Clipper 70 representing Genova.
The city is passionate about involving young Genoese people who, as Ambassador Crew, will not only have the experience of a lifetime in becoming ocean racers, but will proudly represent and champion the City of Genova on the race of their lives. Genova is a destination rich in maritime history, offering world-class sailing along a coastline with a stunning mountainous backdrop, as well as being home to a 16th century historic centre and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city and region are filled with exquisite food, great weather, and plenty of leisure activities in the surrounding areas of natural beauty. Many Ambassador Crew have gone on to sail professionally or continue their own adventures. An experience that I would gladly do myself, but which unfortunately I cannot do. So, I am very happy that the city of Genoa, the Municipality of Genoa, can create this opportunity and that I can take part in the Clipper Round the World Race, a world event that will make us known around the globe.
