Our Partners ElevatING the ORC Double-Handed European Championship
With the support of our dedicated partners, we are able to deliver a world-class event for Europe's best shorthanded sailors. Their commitment enables us to enhance the competition, provide top-tier race management, and create an unforgettable experience on and off the water.
From premium facilities to sustainability initiatives and innovative technology, our partners play a vital role in making this championship a benchmark for excellence in offshore sailing.
If you are interested in joining us and providing to the success of the event please visit partner pages.
GARMIN – TITLE SPONSOR
Garmin designs, manufactures, markets, and sells navigation, communication, and information devices and applications, most of which utilize GPS technology. Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for anglers, sailors, mariners and boat enthusiasts everywhere.
Committed to developing the most innovative, highest quality, and easiest to use marine electronics the industry has ever known, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday.
Garmin will provide detailed course information for both the long and short offshore races, and provide the overall winners of each class with Garmin quatix® 7 Pro Sailing and GPS smartwatches. Additionally, temporary race marks will be added to the Garmin Navionics® chart database during the event.
DYNAMICNORD
DYNAMICNORD is a leading provider of high-quality diving apparel and accessories based in Southern Germany. Founded in 2018, this young start-up has quickly established itself as a trusted partner for water sports enthusiasts. With years of experience in developing protective apparel for underwater conditions — the company has successfully transferred this knowledge into its new Sailing Collection, set to launch at ORC Doublehanded Europeans.
This collection offers sailors a powerful combination of performance, comfort, and sustainability. The official event t-shirts will be provided by DYNAMICNORD on preorder basis.
WB-SAILS
WB-Sails is an independent Finnish sailmaker specialised in racing sails for both keelboats and dinghies. For the discerning cruising sailor, they are happy to offer all the know how accumulated on the Olympic racing courses – only in a more cruising oriented package.
All Wb-Sails are sewn in Helsinki, Finland by a 15 strong staff. Each of their in-house experts have a vast first hand experience on what it’s like to be (and excel) on the race course and how the requirements change when you are cruising.
Founded in 1975, the history of WB-Sails entails many industry firsts and above all, great memories. The company continues to push the envelope when it comes to sail design… So that you can sail faster and further!
For sailors participating in the ORC DH Europeans Wb-Sails offers sail-repairs within a walking distance from the race harbour.
HELSINGFORS SEGELKLUBB (HSK)
As one of Finland’s premier sailing clubs, Helsingfors Segelklubb (HSK) brings a rich maritime heritage, top-tier facilities, and expert race management to our championship. With a strong commitment to competitive sailing and sustainability, HSK provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable event on the waters of Helsinki.