Sponsors & Partners
Title Sponsor of the Rolex Fastnet Race
Leading brand of the Swiss watch industry, Rolex, headquartered in Geneva, enjoys an unrivalled reputation for quality and expertise the world over. Its OYSTER watches, all certified as chronometers for their precision, are symbols of excellence, performance and prestige. Pioneer in the development of the wristwatch as early as 1905, the brand is at the origin of numerous major watchmaking innovations, such as the OYSTER, the first waterproof wristwatch, launched in 1926, and the PERPETUAL rotor self-winding mechanism introduced in 1931. Rolex has registered over 400 patents in the course of its history. A truly integrated and independent manufacturing company, Rolex designs, develops and produces in-house all the essential components of its watches, from the casting of the gold alloys to the machining, crafting, assembly and finishing of the movement, case, dial and bracelet. Rolex is also actively involved in supporting the arts, exploration, sports, the spirit of enterprise, and the environment through a broad palette of sponsoring activities as well as philanthropic programmes.
Title Sponsor of the Sevenstar Round Britain and Ireland Race
Sevenstar Yacht Transport is the world's leading provider of yacht transportation services on a lift-on-lift-off basis. With offices all around the world, a global network of destinations ranging from the familiar to the exotic and its own fleet of around 120 independent carriers, the company has been propelled to the peak of its sector in just over 25 years.
Innovation has been the key to Sevenstar's success, including the development of new loading methods and adaptable shipping cradles. Today the company arranges the transport of motor and sailing yachts, up to 60 metres in length and 650 metric tonnes, as well as racing boats.
North Sails
We are pleased to announce our partnership with North Sails Apparel, the leading technical performance and sustainable, marine inspired fashion brand. They are our "Official Clothing Supplier" for members’ insignia, crew kit, and merchandise for races such as the Rolex Fastnet Race, RORC Caribbean 600, RORC Transatlantic Race and the long-awaited return of the Admiral’s Cup. In addition, they are offering a 20% discount on their full apparel range to RORC members.
As part of our joint commitment to talent development, North Sails Apparel has provided full race kit to 10 crews on the Griffin Project. These youth crews will compete in international events such as the Marina Militare Nastro Rosa Tour in Italy and the Tour Voile in France, as well as the 2025 RORC Season’s Points Championship including the Rolex Fastnet Race.
Members' Discount
To access your members’ discount simply create an account on North Sails website and click the 'Club' tab once you have registered, (if you are already a member of the North Sails Club, there will be a field where you can enter the provided ‘Club’ code). Once this is done, you will automatically enjoy the 20% discount. The discount will ONLY apply to full-priced products.
Crew Kit
There is a dedicated point of contact if you would like to discuss team clothing, branded kit, or anything North Sails Apparel. Please contact George Kingsnorth at george.kingsnorth@northsails.com
Insignia Range
The North Sails Apparel insignia range is available to purchase via the members’ portal.
Official Supplier RORC ‘Start Point – Offshore Strength’ gin
Salcombe Gin is an official supplier to the Royal Ocean Racing Club. Salcombe Distilling Co. in partnership with the Royal Ocean Racing Club, has developed RORC ‘Start Point – Offshore Strength’ gin, and what is more, 1% of every bottle sold is donated to the Marine Conservation Society to help protect and regenerate precious ocean habitats.