Established by the Mirpuri Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to making the world a better place for future generations, the Mirpuri Foundation Racing Team will compete in the upcoming race with their boat “Racing for the Planet" – a name that reflects their commitment to putting climate change on the global agenda.

Led by skipper Yoann Richomme, the team will race its VO65 boat from Lorient to Genoa this June to inspire action to #StopClimateChange while bidding to become the first-ever team to claim victory in The Ocean Race Europe.

Since its inception, the Mirpuri Foundation Racing Team has worked to ensure that the team is one of the world’s leading proponents of sustainability in the sailing world. In addition to its world-class sustainability and science programs, the team also seeks to minimize environmental impact by reducing emissions in its operations and supply chain, and by extending the lifecycle of products that are used.

“We are honored to partner with the Mirpuri Foundation Racing Team as they enter into the inaugural edition of The Ocean Race Europe,” says Michael Uhl, Global Marketing Director at Helly Hansen. “With a focus on sustainability and raising awareness to stop climate change, this unique campaign is one that we are proud to be a part of. We share the team’s passion for conserving the ocean and look forward to working together to bring this message to the forefront and inspire action.”