Velux 5 Oceans - Canada's Premier Ocean Racer secures title sponsor



3:26 PM Fri 10 Sep 2010 GMT
'Derek Hatfield' Velux 5 Oceans &copy
Velux 5 Oceans start line will see Canada's top ocean racer head to the event at full speed after securing a title sponsor for his campaign. For the forthcoming race the 57-year-old solo sailor will be sponsored by Active House, a global alliance of companies, research institutions and other organisations promoting sustainable buildings. The title sponsorship is the last piece in the puzzle for Derek, who purchased Rich Wilson's proven Eco 60 Great American III in March and has since notched up more than 10,000 miles at sea in preparation for the gruelling solo race around the world, known as ...


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