With only a week before the start of the 16th edition of the Superyacht Cup in Palma (June 22 – 25th), the organisers are pleased to announce a full entry list and several new sponsors.
Among the fleet of 20 yachts heading to Palma in the next couple of weeks are 12 entries making their Superyacht Cup debut. Firefly, a 35m Hoek design, will be leaving Holland to sail straight to the Mediterranean from the Claasen Jachtbouw shipyard, following her launching earlier this year. Claassen Shipyards have joined the Superyacht Cup as Silver Sponsor and will be showcasing many of their current projects at the regatta. Also making their debuts at the event this year are the two 55m modern classics Adela and Marie, as well as the 43m Hoek design This is Us.
A new supporting partner this year is leading international sportswear brand GAASTRA, who come in as Gold Sponsor. First established as a sailmaking company in 1897, GAASTRA became a well known international windsurfing brand during the 70′s and 80′s before launching two clothing brands in 1996 – Gaastra Sportswear, and Gaastra Pro. The Superyacht Cup joins a long list of events sponsored by Gaastra including Les Voiles des St Tropez, which the company has sponsored since 1995.
Returning as Silver Sponsor to the event is Europe’s largest sailmaker Elvstrøm Sails. The company, based in Aabenraa Denmark and with a loft facility in Palma, has developed a separate Superyacht division led by Josh Gilchrist to provide a custom service for superyachts. Their customized, layered sails in this range have built-in UV protection and internal battens.
The Superyacht Cup runs from 22nd-25th June at the Muelle Viejo in central Palma. Racing will take place from 23rd-25th June with daily social events in the regatta village, including a ‘Hawaiian’ themed dockside barbecue, live music, cocktail bar and much more.
Please note the Superyacht Cup is a private invitational event and entry is permitted for accredited guests only on June 22nd, 23rd and 24th.
On Saturday June 25th the Event Village is open to the public from 9.30am to 12.30pm
* Please note the Programme may be subject to change. Please check the website for updates and the notice board for any updates during the event
| WED JUNE 22ND | REGISTRATION DAY |
|---|---|
| 10:00 – 16:00 | Yacht/Sponsor Registration at Regatta Village |
| 17:00 | Sponsor Briefing (Sponsors only) |
| 18.30 – 19.30 | Captains/Navigators/Tacticians Briefing |
| 20:00 – 22:00 | Welcome Cocktail Party, Regatta Village Dress: Smart Casual |
| THURS JUNE 23RD | RACE DAY 1 |
| 9.30 – 10.00 | Captains Briefing |
| 11.00 – 12.00 | Yachts leave the Dock |
| 13.00 | Race 1, start for first yacht |
| 16.00 – 18.00 | Yachts return to the Dock |
| 18.00 – 20.00 | ‘Happy Hour’ sponsored by Doyle Sails Palma |
| From 19.00 | Hawaiian Barbecue and Fancy Dress Party, Regatta Village |
| FRI JUNE 24TH | PANTAENIUS RACE, DAY 2 |
| 9.30 – 10.00 | Captains Briefing |
| 11.00 – 12.00 | Yachts leave the Dock |
| 13.00 | PANTAENIUS Race, start for first yacht |
| 16.00 – 18.00 | Yachts return to the Dock |
| 18.00 – 20.00 | ‘Happy Hour’ sponsored by Hinckley Yacht Services |
| From 19.00 | ‘Hog Roast’ Buffet and Crew Party, Regatta Village |
| SAT JUNE 25TH | RACE DAY 3 |
| 9.00 – 13.00 | Regatta Village open to public (Saturday Only) |
| 9.30 – 10.00 | Captains Briefing |
| 11.00 – 12.00 | Yachts leave the Dock |
| 13.00 | Race 3, start for first yacht |
| 16.00 – 18.00 | Yachts return to the Dock |
| 20.00 – 00.00 | The Superyacht Cup 2011 Prize-Giving Evening Es Baluard Museum. Music until late provided by PACHA MALLORCA Dress: Smart Casual Ticket Only |
