Henri Lloyd to sponsor the Round the Island Race until 2016
by Amy Grealish, Henri Lloyd 14 Jan 2015 08:41 GMT
Just part of the fleet in the J.P.Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race © Paul Wyeth
Henri Lloyd to sponsor the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race until 2016
Technical Marine Clothing brand Henri Lloyd is delighted to confirm that we have committed to sponsor this iconic 50 nautical mile race for the next two editions of the race.
Henri Lloyd has been an official race partner and the official clothing sponsor to the race since 2011 and will be once again launching a commemorative collection of official race merchandise.
Henri Lloyd shall also be awarding the Henri Lloyd Challenge Trophy to the line honours boat within the ISCRS Class.
About Henri Lloyd
In 2015 this proud family run company continues to celebrate over half a century as the market leader in technical sailing gear and as a premium lifestyle brand. Henri Lloyd's track record of innovations have paved the way for all modern foul weather clothing, setting the standards throughout the generations for performance and comfort.
Founded in 1963 in Manchester, England by the late Mr Henry Strzelecki MBE and managed by his son's Martin and Paul since the 1980's, this British specialist clothing brand has pioneered the development of modern foul weather clothing technology and design. Starting from the very early days with 'Mr Henri' the company introduced a number of design firsts which are now accepted as industry standards including; the first ever Bri-Nylon® garment with hand taped seams, the first integral safety harness, the first non corrosive zip and the use of Velcro® as a closure on garments to name but a few.
Henri Lloyd's association with the world's sailing elite includes working with the early pioneers of solo circumnavigation and exploration; Sir Francis Chichester, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, Sir Alec Rose, Sir Ranulph Fiennes and over the past twenty years with Sir Ben Ainslie CBE quadruple Olympic Gold Medallist, America's Cup winner and Team Principle of BAR. Henri Lloyd are also proud to have had gear worn in almost every major Round the World Race over the past five decades, allowing Henri Lloyd to stay at the forefront of intelligent innovation.
Henri Lloyd was also the proud sponsor of the winning entry in the Clipper 2013-14 Round the World Race; Henri Lloyd – 50 Years of Pioneering Spirit, and is also the official technical clothing supplier and merchandise partner to Ben Ainslie Racing, British America's Cup Team.
Henri Lloyd's strong international presence sees the brand represented in over 50 countries worldwide.
www.henrilloyd.com