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On February 25, 2005, Bruce Schwab became the first American to officially finish The Vendee Globe: …Solo…Nonstop…Around the World. The Story Continues…. OceanPlanet II The next chapter…. America in the Vendee Globe:.
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On February 25, 2005, Bruce Schwab became the first American to officially finish The Vendee Globe: …Solo…Nonstop…Around the World
The Story Continues…
OceanPlanet II The next chapter…
America in the Vendee Globe: • Media impact of the Vendee Globe is greater than ever before: The 2004/2005 race success has sparked a frenetic rush by sponsors to participate in the next Vendée - -As many as 11 brand new boats are underway or planned for 2008/2009. • The return of Bruce Schwab with OceanPlanet II is highly anticipated in Europe and the U.S.
OceanPlanet andOcean Planet II:2004 -- 2008 • Bruce and OceanPlanet generated history-making grassroots support in the 2004/2005 Race. • Media value of the Vendée proven, bringing in greater Sponsor participation than ever. Prime opportunity for U.S. entry. • Bruce now established as America’s top Solo Sailor.
Bruce Schwab andOceanPlanet II • It is now time to build an American program for winning the Vendée Globe and IMOCA races. • Goal: Put America, our Sponsors and VIP partners at the forefront of international ocean racing - A winning Vendée Globe racing program. • Actively seeking Sponsor and VIP participation to come aboard OceanPlanet II, an all new, technologically advanced and highly competitive Open 60.
OceanPlanet II Sponsor, Media and VIP opportunities: Beth Perry beth.perry@bruceschwab.com The OceanPlanet Foundation: Ph/Fx: 207-772-SAIL (7245) info@oceanplanet.org