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Industry Sailing Challenge

Mix business with pleasure and push your company forward!
With over 40 teams expected in 2010, the ISC has become one of the world's largest one-design corporate yachting events

Race to win!!
Following the success of the new format in 2008, we are keeping the racing programme the same as last year so will include some ‘round the cans’ racing as well as a double circumnavigation of the Isle of Wight.

The racing will start from the Portsmouth Harbour Yacht Club, Port Solent, crews of six including a skipper will take part in a 24-hour challenge race of twice round the Island. After this the crews will berth at Gunwharf Quays before a lively day of round the cans racing in the Solent. This format will give every team the chance to steal some additional points!

As well as the triumph of claiming the 2010 title, there are some fantastic Sunsail prizes on offer, including a Sunsail Mediterranean beach club holiday for each member of the winning team.

Not only is the ISC a unique teambuilding experience, but it’s great for networking too. Without realising it your ISC crew will be learning and practicing skills that they can carry from the ocean to the office!

Who can enter the ISC?
The event is open to all business, industry and professional bodies. All members of your crew including skipper (unless a Sunsail Skipper) must have a commercial connection with the company at the time of the event. We do not accept individual or club entries. Entrants must compete on the yacht as it is equipped and provided by the event organisers.

Skipper requirements
Your skipper* must be qualified to RYA Coastal Skipper level and one other member of the crew must be RYA Competent Crew qualified. A Sunsail Skipper can be provided for an additional fee of £200 + vat per day. The ISC is not intended for professional yachtsmen, therefore you should not enter a skipper or crew member who has raced professionally.

*Security deposits are required for own skipper entries. Please see Charter Agreement for full details.

Enhance your entry - become a sponsor
Create a lasting impression on the Solent as well as in the business arena by becoming the prestigious Title Sponsor. It’s a unique opportunity to be part of this renowned, environmentally friendly, teambuilding event and get your company name to the forefront of the challenge. Previous sponsors include Panasonic, Sony and BAE Systems.

ISC EVENT SCHEDULE

Thursday 6th May – Arrival
1900 hrs Teams arrive at Port Solent, met by a Sunsail representative. Teams to take over yachts and stow kit on board
2000 hrs Welcome reception and BBQ in Portsmouth Harbour Yacht Club (PHYC). All crew to sleep onboard yachts

Friday 7th May – Race Day 1
0700 hrs Breakfast (own arrangements) or bacon rolls can be pre-ordered
0730 hrs Skippers briefing
0800 hrs Teams depart for practice sail and race start
1000 (Approx) Racing commences for twice round the Isle of Wight

Teams to berth at Gunwharf Quays (GWQ) on completion of twice round the Island Race.

Saturday 8th May – Race Day 2
1130 hrs Skippers briefing
1200 hrs Yachts depart GWQ for the start of the “Round the Cans” racing

A programme of 3 races will be scheduled

1700 hrs Yachts moor up at Port Solent
1730 hrs Industry sailing challenge prize-giving and drinks reception, with live Jazz!

Sunday 9th May
Boats are available for a free sail (must be returned to Port Solent by 1700)

Per boat package: £1850 per yacht includes:
• Hire of Sunfast 37 for from 1900 on Thursday to 1700 on Sunday
• Pre-race BBQ supper on Thursday
• Prize giving drinks and canapés
• Hull decals
• Team photo
• Individual trophies for each team member
• Berthing fees
• Race entry fees and race management
• Support from the Sunsail Team
• VAT

*Please note all timings are approximate and dependant on weather conditions.

If you require any further information on the Industry Sailing Challenge, click here to email Sally Walsh, Event Coordinator for the Industry Sailing Challenge