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Welcome to Clipper Ventures PLC

Clipper Ventures Plc was founded by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston in 1995. Clipper Ventures develops and promotes major marine events capable of attracting significant participation, media coverage and associated sponsorship revenue, including the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, which started in Liverpool and runs from September 2007 until June 2008.

Ordinary people doing something truly extraordinary. Find out more...

The longest and toughest event for any individual in any sport. Find out more...

The power boat event that's more fun than a human deserves. Find out more...

Train with the world's leading marine events company. Find out more...

Marine events that deliver a memorable experience. Find out more...

Slow progress for Jamaica

26 August 2008

The crew of non-professional sailors onboard Jamaica, racing back from Madeira to Cowes, are having a frustrating time of it at the moment. While some may have predicted a fast…

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England, here we come!

23 August 2008

While the rest of the Clipper Race fleet is back at race headquarters at Royal Clarence Marina on the south coast of England, involved in a busy summer programme, including…

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Approaching Madeira

19 August 2008

Jamaica, one of ten 68-foot boats in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet is currently competing in the RORC Cowes to Madeira Race and has approximately 15 miles…

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A message from Sir Robin Knox Johnston

Chairman of Clipper Ventures Plc and the first person to sail single-handed, non-stop around the world.

"As in business, success on the water depends on strong team work, leadership, communication and a competitive edge.

I am proud of Clipper Ventures’ record of delivering premium sailing experiences that meet our client’s objectives for fleet racing, corporate hospitality, management training and employee reward."

Robin Knox Johnston