A DREAM. AN OCEAN. AN ADVENTURE TO SHARE
Gaëtan Thomas – Skipper Class40 Barco Brasil #151
On November 1, 2026, I will set sail in the Route du Rhum, one of the most legendary offshore races in the world. Since I was eight years old, sailing has been the rhythm of my life. This passion has taken me from international Optimist regattas to the world's oceans. Today, with over 200,000 nautical miles under my belt, 20 ocean crossings, and a round-the-world race, I am pursuing a childhood dream: to cross the Atlantic solo in the Route du Rhum.
A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR PARTNERS
The Class40 Barco Brasil #151 is already available for the project. This contribution represents a value of over €100,000 and offers an exceptional opportunity: the partners are solely funding the sporting and technical preparation necessary to be competitive in the Route du Rhum. Your investment is directly dedicated to the project's success.
WHY SPONSOR?
✔ Benefit from the visibility of an international event
✔ Unite your employees around an inspiring project
✔ Create exclusive experiences for your clients
✔ Promote the themes of leadership, resilience, and pushing beyond one's limits
EXCEPTIONAL VISIBILITY
SOME FIGURES ON LA ROUTE DU RHUM
€266 million in media coverage
1.99 million television viewers at the start 1.8 million visitors to the race villages
146 million page views on official platforms International media coverage driven by television, print media, social networks, and real-time race tracking.
FINAL STAGE BEFORE DEPARTURE
The funds will be mainly used for:
✔ Official registration for the Route du Rhum
✔ Replacing the sails
✔ Rigging and safety equipment
✔ Technical preparation of the Class40
✔ Race qualifications and logistics
This adventure is that of a Belgian outsider who believes that the greatest challenges are built with determination, hard work and the right people by his side.
Crossing the Atlantic requires months of preparation. As in business, success depends on anticipation, commitment, and the ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances.