Intensive safety preparation is led by Ocean Safety

21 Sep 2017

Some of the biggest names in racing have undergone intensive safety training in preparation for the Volvo Ocean Race which starts mid-October.

Ocean Safety worked with the crews for a week at South Tyneside College’s survival training centre.

Ocean Safety has provided most of the mandatory lifesaving equipment to the seven yachts taking part in the 37,000-mile round the world race, including the Jonbuoy Recovery Module and the new SOLAS Ocean Ultralite liferafts, amongst other vital onboard safety equipment.

“Although many are veteran Volvo racers and ocean sailors who have seen Ocean Safety‘s demonstrations before it is always important to check that their skills and safety knowledge is current and up to date,” explained Alistair Hackett, Ocean Safety MD.

This is the fifth consecutive Volvo Ocean Race the company has been involved in.

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