Sponsorship is a vital part of our programme.
Last year our partners were predominately supporting us on a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) basis. CSR partners are very important, however we are now
signing agreements in which we are contracted to deliver a commercial return, which is a stepped change. We ensure we understand what our partners need
and can adapt our plans to deliver, we measure the results and feedback. Our interesting unique offering to sponsors is that we are spanning the spectrum of
the sport from beginners to elite, we may race across the globe but our home is in a commercially interesting part of the world.
Click on our partner's logos to find out more about their involvement with Oman Sail.
Official partners
The finest contemporary architecture with a subtle infusion of distinct Middle Eastern influences and design themes… The Wave, Muscat is clearly not your average home & lifestyle destination. The project incorporates a diverse selection of housing styles, offering homeowners a gorgeous selection of addresses to choose from.
The partnership between Oman Sail and The Wave, Muscat offers a unique opportunity to showcase a truly international project based in Oman that will appeal to an international sailing demographic, as well as visitors to the Extreme Sailing Series across Europe and Asia.
"Our partnership with Oman Sail provides the perfect platform to facilitate and showcase some of the world’s most exciting and challenging water sports events which adds to the allure of The Wave, Muscat’s beachfront community with its unique home and diverse lifestyle offerings. It gives us great pride to contribute to Oman’s unique maritime culture by inspiring a new generation of young Omanis to take up sailing as a recreational and competitive sport.”
Michael Lenarduzzi CEO, The Wave, Muscat
BAE Systems is a global defence, security and aerospace company with approximately 107,000 employees worldwide. The Company delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. In 2009 BAE Systems reported sales of £22.4 billion (US$ 36.2 billion).
BAE Systems has a long and well-established relationship with Oman, a trusted partnership which dates back over 30 years, and is a major provider of defence equipment to the country. The partnership with Oman Sail is an important initiative for BAE Systems and is a demonstration of its commitment to this key market. BAE Systems is a strong supporter of Oman Sail at every level – from Masirah and the Laser dinghy team to supporting the grassroots initiative, the Community and School Sailing Programme.
“Oman is an important partner for BAE Systems and we are delighted to be supporting this exciting initiative, particularly in a country with which we have such a long-established relationship. Oman Sail’s determination in working to develop skills within a sporting environment will help young Omanis make a positive contribution to their community. This fits perfectly with BAE Systems’ commitment to education and skills development throughout our global business, and to help young people in developing their leadership skills.”
Guy Griffiths BAE Systems Group Managing Director, International
Renaissance Services SAOG is a service provider with a primary focus on oil & gas services. Based in Muscat, Sultanate of Oman, Renaissance Services SAOG employs over 10,000 people in over 16 countries worldwide. Core business includes industrial-scale contract services to the oil & gas sector, healthcare, education, military and commerce & industry across the Gulf.
Renaissance was the naming sponsor of the Extreme 40 that came third overall in the 2009 iShares Cup and currently sponsors the Farr 30 competing in the French championship series that includes the Tour de France a la Voile. They also sponsor Ahmed Al Ma’amari and Abdullah Al Busaidi as they sailed around the world in the Clipper Race. Renaissance also plays a key role in offering opportunity to young Omanis through their support of the Summer Sailing Camp and the 'Try Sailing' initiative.
"The Oman Sail project encapsulates all the current reality and future aspirations of Oman's progress and, in doing so, showcases Oman in the most positive fashion on an international stage."
Steven Thomas CEO
As the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, Oman Air offers comfort and luxury in every class, together with the superb warmth and hospitality for which Oman is famed.
Since Oman Air was founded in 1993, its network of services has expanded to include a range of the most attractive and fascinating destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. And with each route originating in Oman, Oman Air is playing a major role in increasing the number of travellers to the Sultanate and providing a thriving gateway for business and tourism.
“In line with Oman Air’s mission of promoting in-bound tourism to Oman, the national carrier is proud to be associated with Oman Sail, which positions the country at the highest possible level of elite discerning travellers.”
Philippe Georgiou Head of Corporate Affairs
Rolls-Royce, a world-leading provider of power systems and services for use on land, at sea and in the air, has established a strong position in global markets - civil aerospace, defence aerospace, marine and energy.
Rolls-Royce is supporting the development of young apprentices in Oman Sail – this investment has helped train 12 international standard instructors who will be working within the regional sailing schools and the respective communities.
Suhail Bahwan is one of the largest and most professionally managed business organisations in the Middle East. With a business footprint in the Middle East, north Africa and south Asia, the group's current annualized turnover exceed US $3 billion and employs more than 15,000 staff in more than 40 operating companies.
As a main partner of the Oman Sail Extreme 40 Renaissance during the 2009 iShares Cup, Suhail Bahwan is know focusing its commitment on the 'Try Sailing' education initiative.
Suhail Bahwan is one of the largest and most professionally managed business organizations in the Middle East. With a business footprint in the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia, the group's current annualized turnover exceed US $3 billion and employs more than 15,000 staff in more than 40 operating companies.
As a main partner of the Oman Sail Extreme 40 Renaissance during the 2009 iShares Cup, Suhail Bahwan is know focusing its commitment on the Try Sailing initiative.
The Thales Group is an internationally renowned French electronics company delivering information systems and services for the aerospace, defence, and security sectors. It has a long association with Oman, after operating in the Sultanate for several decades, and the opportunity to sponsor the Oman Sail National Dinghy Squad through the Oman Sail Hobie 16 racing team represented an opportunity to return something back to the community.
A one-stop shop for business and residential customers, whether at the office or at home, mobile or fixed, broadband or voice; Nawras is Oman’s customer friendly communications provider.
Our vision is to enrich the lives of people in Oman through better communication services. Constantly customer-focused, Nawras has been delivering excellent quality, pleasingly different service and great value since 2005.
As part of an active CSR programme, Nawras is contributing to projects that encourage young people to learn and enjoy different sporting pursuits. We are proud to have Ahmed Al Harthy and Ali Al Habsi as our brand ambassadors and with our support for Oman Sail, we look forward to more young people being inspired and helped to pursue their dreams.
“As an Omani company, Nawras is proud to partner with Oman Sail in order to contribute towards the development and growth of current and future generations of sailors. We look forward to seeing Omani names climbing higher and higher in the international rankings, as the country’s rich and successful maritime history is revitalised.”
Ross Cormack Nawras CEO
Amouage is regarded as one of the world’s finest fragrance houses, born over a quarter of a century ago in the Sultanate of Oman. At the heart of all Amouage fragrances is a signature accord that cultivates the ultimate luxury of being unique and distinctive.
Amouage is a lifestyle sought after by only the most sophisticated and discerning international consumer. Today, it has a stellar following around the world including royals, global leaders and some of the most celebrated names in film, television, fashion, sport and music.
As official fragrance to Oman Sail, Amouage will be supporting our racing programme in Cowes and at the Route du Rhum in Saint Malo, France.Amouage is regarded as one of the world’s finest fragrance houses, born over a quarter of a century ago in the Sultanate of Oman. At the heart of all Amouage fragrances is a signature accord that cultivates the ultimate luxury of being unique and distinctive.
Amouage is a lifestyle sought after by only the most sophisticated and discerning international consumer. Today, it has a stellar following around the world including royals, global leaders and some of the most celebrated names in film, television, fashion, sport and music.
As official fragrance to Oman Sail, Amouage will be supporting our racing programme in Cowes and at the Route du Rhum in Saint Malo, France.
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“Amouage, the luxury perfume House, is delighted to be associated with Oman Sail and to celebrate Oman’s rich maritime history, as Amouage celebrates Oman’s ancient heritage of perfume making and frankincense trading. Oman Sail is inspiring a new generation of young Omanis to take up sailing as a recreational and competitive sport, giving them a purpose and the excitement to achieve.”
David Crickmore CEO
Official suppliers
Marinepool is widely regarded as one of the leading sailing clothing and maritime lifestyle brands and is the biggest producer of life jackets for the leisure market in Europe.
Using only the best materials and state of the art production technologies, no stone is left unturned to optimize every product before it reaches the market. 20 years of experience and design excellence, plus the invaluable input of the world class athletes on the Marinepool Racing Team guarantee products at the cutting edge of technology. Uncompromising, highly functional and extremely light weight. Tested and approved by many of the world´s finest sailors.
Marinepool was founded by German sailors in 1991 who turned their hobby into their job. Their motto "from sailors for sailors" proved a successful strategy for Marinepool. Starting as a sailing clothing company, the success of the technical lines and the demand for aprés sail wear led to diversification into fashion for sailors and watersports enthusiasts.
Nowadays Marinepool defines herself as a "maritime lifestyle company“. A description that is well reflected in a product range covering everything from performance sailing clothing and outdoor wear, technical fashion for sailing and pleasure boating to a superb range of fashion for women, men and kids in true maritime style.
Marinepool is proud partner of Oman Sail and the Oman Sail racing teams and sailing programs.
