Once more we took part in the International Sail Training and Tall Ships Conference organised by Sail Training International.
Over several days in Seville, Spain, we had an opportunity to meet our friends from the world of Sail Training and learn from each other. We were happy to notice a focus on sustainability in sailing, highlighted by a presentation by Challenge Wales' Vicky Williams. Monique Touw, the Director of Windseeker, was one of the speakers sharing the experience of ensuring the welfare of trainees on board.
The title of the Sail Trainer of the Year went to Captain Jan-Willem Ouwerkerk of the Eendracht, while Picton Castle has been named the Sail Training Organisation of the Year. Harlingen received a Hostport Trophy for sending the largest number of 347 trainees on the Tall Ships Races.
It was great to meet everyone and we're looking forward to working with you all in 2019!
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