Our members at Wavysail, a leading UK adventure sailing operator, have been awarded the prestigious title of Global Sailing Sustainability & Inclusivity Champion 2024 by the LUXlife Marine Tourism Awards. This recognition reflects Wavysail’s ongoing commitment to making the ocean accessible while championing sustainability. At the heart of this achievement is Wavysail’s groundbreaking initiative, the Open Oceans Fund.
Launched in 2023 by Wavysail, the Open Oceans Fund was established to encourage more people to participate in coastal and off-shore sailing adventures. The initiative offers fully funded places to those who otherwise wouldn’t have the financial means or the confidence to join a sailing expedition. This fund is facilitated by partners who “sponsor” places, covering up to 50% of the cost of a space, while Wavysail covers the balance. Gill is a proud Wavysail Open Oceans fund partner, having sponsored places on all the 2024 Scottish adventures. The Open Oceans Scotland programme has enabled four young people from difficult backgrounds to join Wavysail Adventures.
“At Gill, we believe that real progress in the marine world comes through collaboration and a deep commitment to inclusivity,” said Matt Clark, Product Development Director at Gill.
“Partnering with Wavysail and the Open Oceans Fund is an incredible opportunity to welcome new faces to the sailing world while championing sustainability. Inclusive sailing means everyone gets a chance to experience the magic of the ocean, and together with Wavysail, we’re making this vision a reality. We couldn’t be prouder to congratulate Wavysail on this well-deserved recognition!”
For information on sponsorship opportunities, please get in touch with us at info@wavysail.com.
