Henri-Lloyd appointed as Official Clothing Partner of UPWIND
by Henri-Lloyd 12 Aug 12:00 BST
Henri-Lloyd appointed as Official Clothing Partner of UPWIND © MerConcept
Henri-Lloyd has been named the Official Clothing Partner of UPWIND, the new offshore sailing development programme created by MerConcept.
Created with the help of founding sponsor 11th Hour Racing to help women access the highest levels of the sport, UpWind combines elite racing, expert coaching and world-class support to develop the next generation of offshore talent. It was founded by François Gabart, Vendée Globe winner and the fastest solo sailor ever to circumnavigate the globe (holder of the Saint-Exupéry Trophy).
UPWIND provides emerging sailors with access to professional coaching, technical expertise, performance analysis and valuable offshore racing experience. The programme is designed to create a clear pathway into high-performance offshore sailing while encouraging knowledge sharing, mentorship and long-term athlete development.
As official apparel partner, Henri-Lloyd will provide technical clothing and performance apparel to UPWIND's sailors and support team, ensuring athletes are equipped with apparel designed to meet the demands of offshore racing.
"The future of offshore sailing will be shaped by those given the chance to reach it" said Chris Hammond, CEO at Henri-Lloyd. "UPWIND represents the future of offshore sailing and we're proud to support a programme dedicated to developing the next generation of talent. Through our technical offshore gear like Ocean Pro, we'll be giving sailors the best possible tools to succeed in some of the most challenging environments in sport."
The collaboration brings together two organisations with a shared commitment to performance, innovation and the future of sailing. Henri-Lloyd's heritage in technical sailing apparel spans more than 60 years, with a long-standing history of supporting professional sailors, pioneering expeditions and elite racing programmes around the world.
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