Suzuki Announced as Title Sponsor for the 2025 SUZUKI ILCA Masters European Championships
EurILCA, and Hayling Island Sailing Club (HISC) are thrilled to announce that Suzuki will be the title sponsor for the 2025 SUZUKI ILCA Masters European Championships, set to take place at Hayling Island Sailing Club in June 2025. Suzuki joins an outstanding lineup of sponsors, including Ovington Boats, Rooster Sailing, SailingFast, Hardline Brewery, Tideway Wealth, Chichester Harbour Conservancy and Southeast Sailboats, to help deliver a world-class event that the UK sailing community can be proud of. This will be the biggest international dinghy racing event to be held in the UK for over a decade.
The Importance of Sponsorship
The 2025 SUZUKI ILCA Masters European Championships is expected to attract between 220 and 250 competitors from around the world. Hosting an event of this scale presents significant logistical and financial challenges, particularly for volunteer-led sailing clubs. The costs of providing essential services, such as post-race food and drinks, can be prohibitive, making sponsorship crucial in maintaining accessibility and affordability for competitors.
Thanks to Suzuki and our incredible sponsors, we are able to ensure that this championship delivers an exceptional experience, including complimentary food and drinks for competitors, fantastic prizes, and unforgettable social events. Their support is instrumental in making this a premier international sailing competition.
Hayling Island Sailing Club – A World-Class Venue
Hayling Island Sailing Club is widely recognised as one of the best dinghy racing venues in the world. With a dedicated team of professionals and passionate members, the club offers an unparalleled racing experience and a warm welcome to sailors from across the globe. The commitment of HISC’s membership and staff ensures that this event will be run at the highest level.
Meet Our Sponsors
Suzuki – Title Sponsor
Suzuki’s significant financial backing is pivotal to the success of the event. In return, all RIBs used throughout the competition will be powered by Suzuki’s renowned outboard motors—a crucial element in ensuring smooth and safe race operations. With over 20 RIBs needed for an event of this magnitude, their support is invaluable.
Beyond sailing, Suzuki is also championing sustainability initiatives, including massive beach cleans in collaboration with Chichester Harbour Conservancy. Additionally, they are supporting the participation of the charity Wet Wheels, which will play a key role in media coverage and event inclusivity.
Ovington Boats – ILCAuk Class Sponsor
As the only UK-based ILCA builder, Ovington Boats has been eagerly anticipating this event. Known for their high-quality craftsmanship and excellent after-sales service, they will be on-site throughout the championship, offering repair and replacement support to competitors. Their financial contributions are also playing a crucial role in enhancing the event experience.
Rooster Sailing – Official Event Apparel Partner and ILCAuk Class Sponsor
What’s a major international regatta without an iconic event shirt? Rooster Sailing, renowned for their premium sailing gear, will provide high-quality event t-shirts free of charge to all competitors and volunteers—ensuring a lasting memento from this prestigious championship.
SailingFast – ILCAuk Class Sponsor
Duncan and Emma have been long-standing sponsors of ILCA sailing in the UK, and their support continues into this great European event. They bring many years of experience in supply and boat maintenance. SailingFast is the key supplier of charter boats for the event, and competitors may also have the opportunity to purchase new boats.
Hardline Brewery
When the racing is done, it’s time to relax, and what better way to do this than with a cool beer? A keen sailor and owner of Hardline Brewery says: “Introducing Hardline Brewery’s LIFESTYLE BEER: a vegan-friendly, gluten-reduced, low-calorie beer, free of chemicals. Crafted to support athletes and health-conscious individuals, our beer combines craft beer flavours with exceptional health benefits for a refreshing post-race reward.” Andrew, an ILCA sailor, was very keen to support the event as “the Masters represent those health-conscious, discerning customers who best appreciate our beers and wines.”
Tideway Wealth – ILCAuk Class Sponsor
With an ethos of an active lifestyle and enjoying retirement, Tideway is honoured to sponsor the 2025 SUZUKI ILCA Masters European Championships.
Tideway offers tailored wealth management and financial planning to individuals seeking to invest their savings wisely and grow their wealth.
James Baxter, an avid racing sailor, founded Tideway in 2009, and since then, the company has focused on ensuring that all of their clients receive the same passionate attention to retaining and growing their capital, so they can live independently and pass wealth to the next generation.
Southeast Sailboats – ILCAuk Class Sponsor
Max Hunt’s beautifully crafted control lines are guaranteed to get your boat working smoothly, and he will be taking pre-orders for collection at the event. He is also supporting the event, and we are all very grateful.
Chichester Harbour Conservancy
Chichester Harbour Conservancy protects this beautiful natural wonder and does great work in keeping all those who use it aware of what a precious resource it is. Although the racing will not take place in the harbour, they are supporting the event.
Looking Ahead
With a strong team of sponsors, a premier sailing venue, and an anticipated fleet of over 220 ILCA sailors, the 2025 SUZUKI ILCA Masters European Championships is set to be an unmissable event. This collaboration highlights the dedication of Suzuki, our sponsors, and Hayling Island Sailing Club to delivering a first-class championship that will be remembered for years to come.
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