The Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta provides the perfect opportunity to create partnerships with the most influential and respected players in the superyacht industry. The regatta will provide sponsors with unprecedented opportunities to network with superyacht owners and their guests over the course of the 5 day event. This will be a unique occasion to entertain sponsor guests through an unrivalled social programme in Porto Cervo, one of the most exclusive locations in the world.

Sponsors of this prestigious event will have the opportunity to communicate their message displayed across the world's number one portfolio of superyacht publications, read by the most important and influential yacht owners in the world.

SPONSORS

LORO PIANA   Title Sponsor

The support of Italian luxury brand Loro Piana as title sponsor for this second edition underlines the commitment to excellence that distinguishes the event. In fact, Loro Piana's mission - since six generations, is that of providing authentic quality to the most sophisticated clients, at first by supplying them with the finest cashmere and wool fabrics and later by developing exclusive lines for men, women, textile and leather accessories, and gifts, all manufactured in the company's own facilities in Italy, selecting the finest raw materials in the world.

Sailing and the sea have always been two of the Loro Piana family's great passions reflecting a set of values that coincides with the company's philosophy: technical research, the pursuit of perfection, elegant details and respect for nature. Mr Pier Luigi Loro Piana actively participates in international Superyacht and Maxi regattas with his boat My Song. Some of Loro Piana's best-known products are tested at sea and perfected through hands-on knowledge of sailing.

FITZROY YACHTS   Gold Sponsor

"In partnering with Boat International Media as Gold Sponsor of the 2009 and 2010 Lora Piana Superyacht Regatta, Fitzroy Yachts demonstrates a commitment to the superyacht world and the people in it. We celebrated our 10th anniversary in 2007 with the delivery of the multi-award winning 44m Salperton, have since launched the 41m Inmocean (Finalist in this year's World Superyacht Awards) and we are about to deliver Salperton's sister ship - the 45m Salperton IV. We look forward to competitive racing on the water, great social events hosted by Boat International Media and the opportunity to discuss our capabilities with the superyacht owners, captains and leading industry professionals who will be joining us in Porto Cervo."
Rodney Martin - Managing Director, Fitzroy Yachts Limited

ALLOY YACHTS   Silver Sponsor

Alloy yachts - Tony Hambrook, Managing Director of Alloy yachts confirms his continued support for the forthcoming years: "In my mind, regattas are as important as yacht shows these days. It gives owners an opportunity to enjoy their yachts with their friends and colleagues. It also gives Alloy Yachts a chance to spend time with owners and industry professionals in a relaxed and informal way. Alloy Yachts is delighted to be supporting their friends at Boat International with their superb regatta in Porto Cervo, Italy once again".

FUTURE FIBRES   Silver Sponsor

Future Fibres continue to show their support for the regatta in 2009. Many of the superyacht racing fleet have Future Fibres rigging and founder Tom Hutchinson remarks: "Following the success of last year's regatta, Future Fibres had no hesitation in expanding its involvement in this year's event. We are expecting a significant number of our clients and their yachts to be participating and we are looking forward to a competitive regatta and some great parties!"

LUFTHANSA PRIVATE JET   Silver Sponsor

Lufthansa Private Jet also join us as a sponsor of the regatta for a second consecutive year and are excited to be partnering with Boat International Media and YCCS for this exclusive event in Porto Cervo." Following a very successful event in 2008 we are delighted to continue our support. This Regatta brings together some of the world's most beautiful yachts and owner's who appreciate quality and service - and this is where Lufthansa Private Jet fits in perfectly!" Sarah Havard - Lufthansa Private Jet.

OYSTER MARINE   Silver Sponsor

Oyster Marine was founded in 1973 and has established itself as an international market leader of worcommeld-class cruising yachts. With their distinctive Deck Saloon design, Oyster yachts are recognised throughout the sailing world for quality, comfort and performance. Today, the Oyster fleet represents several design generations, each one building on the experience and success of its predecessor. The company's business is truly international and Oyster has already won two Queen's Awards, Britain's top industrial accolade.

Oyster Marine's impeccable level of customer service is proven by the loyalty of their clients - over half of Oyster's new builds are delivered to existing owners which sends a strong message to new customers thinking of joining 'the Oyster family'.

SOUTHERN WIND SHIPYARD   Silver Sponsor

Southern Wind Shipyard are proud to host the 10th SWS Trophy at the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta and so far present an impressive fleet of eight 100 footers including Zefiro, Mrs Seven, Hi-Sea and the return of Farewell, Farandwide and Rapture to the event for a second consecutive year. Their forthcoming flagship yacht, SW 110 Thalima, due for launch in January 2010, will also join the fleet in Porto Cervo coming straight from Cape Town for her first competitive regatta.

PERINI NAVI   Silver Sponsor

Perini Navi was established in the early Eighties with the aim of creating large, comfortable sailing yachts, capable of being handled by a single person. Today, the revolutionary control systems designed and developed by Fabio Perini and his team represent the state of the art in sailing technology, and have become a worldwide standard in the shipbuilding industry. Currently, Perini Navi is the only shipyard in the world to design, develop and build its own sailing yachts. In the course of the years, the development of Perini Navi has been accompanied by a strategy of expansion and acquisitions, to accommodate its growing production requirements, and to provide it with the necessary technical facilities.

CAMPER & NICHOLSONS INTERNATIONAL   Silver Sponsor

Since 1782 Camper & Nicholsons International has been synonymous with the world's leading yachts. Today it is the global leader in all luxury yachting activities, specialising in the sale, purchase, charter, marketing, management and construction of the finest yachts in the world. Their team of dedicated sales and charter brokers, yacht managers and staff all share a passion for being at sea and possess a range of experience and knowledge to rival anyone else in the industry.

PANTAENIUS   Contributing Sponsor

For 40 years Pantaenius has been providing yacht insurance to sailors all over the world. With over 65,000 clients Pantaenius is the number one insurance provider in Europe and has now also opened two more offices in the USA. Pantaenius is the only yacht insurance company that fully operates in 8 different languages and manages over 4,000 claims worldwide each year.

SARDINIA YACHT SERVICES   Contributing Sponsor

SYS has been serving yachts cruising in Sardinian waters for the past ten years and has become one of the most reliable reference points for world wide yacht management, private owners, captains, crew and guests cruising the region.

SYS are offering complimentary services and assistance to all regatta participants and guests

NORTH SAILS   Contributing Sponsor

North Sails has become the world leader in sailmaking through an ongoing commitment to making sails that are faster, lighter and longer lasting than any other sails in the world. Whether you race or cruise, North Sails is committed to designing and building sails that are just right for you.

MAXI DOLPHIN   Contributing Sponsor

In over two decades of activity, Maxi Dolphin has designed and built more than 300 boats for those who demand excellence and attention to detail. It is this meticulous focus on technical and aesthetic details that has brought Maxi Dolphin global fame as a dynamic and innovative bespoke boatyard.

JASPE - GRAND HOTEL POLTU QUATU   Contributing Sponsor

Poltu Quatu is a modern and well equipped marina resort that enjoys a wide variety of services and it is home to a prestigious 5-star Apartment Hotel.

As our preferred hotel partner all rooms, suites and apartments are offered at a special rate to all participants and guests of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta.

FEADSHIP   Contributing Sponsor

Feadship is a cooperation between two shipyards (Royal Van Lent and Royal De Vries) and maritime engineering company De Vooght Naval Architects. With over 60 years of experience and more than 200 Feadships gracing the world's oceans Feadship is acknowledged as global leader in the construction of premium quality displacement motoryachts.

BLUE GAME   Contributing Sponsor

Based in Ameglia, Italy, on the edge of the river Magra, inside the territory of the Natural Park Montemarcello-Magra, Bluegame boat yard is building three models, 40', 47' and 60' with the contribution of very skilled engineers and craftsmanship it is the best expression of the boat building craftsmanship of the area.

CLAASEN JACHTBOUW   Friend of the Regatta

Claasen build and refit sailing yachts of the highest calibre and offer a truly customised approach to boat building allowing owners to incorporate their own taste and preferences into their yachts. The finest possible quality is assured by the work of leading specialists in the many disciplines that make up a first class superyacht.

AUDI   Official Automotive Partner
ROLEX   Official Timepiece

SPONSORS OF THE REGATTA ARE ABLE TO TAILOR THE PROGRAMME TO SUIT THEIR OWN REQUIREMENTS TO INCLUDE:

• Hospitality & Event presence
• Naming rights to a race day and to present a cup and prize
• Naming rights for a social event during four days
• Spectator boat access to view the racing
• VIP access to all social events
• Permanent access to the Clubhouse for the duration of the event
• Logo representation
• Skipper and owners packs - ability to place collateral and promotional material in packs
• Use of extensive photography and DVD video footage of the regatta

EXTENSIVE MEDIA COVERAGE

As a Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta Sponsor you will benefit from extensive PR, Advertising and Editorial presence across all Boat International Publications and digital media involved with the Regatta. Your company logo will be seen in the Superyacht Regatta Programme, Notice of Race and within all associated collateral.

For more information on sponsorship please contact:

VICTORIA LISTER
Commercial Director
Boat International Media
Tel: +44 (0)20 8545 9352
Email: victoria.lister@boatinternationalmedia.com