Seabird, the definitive sailor by Hervé VAILLANT (class of '92)

Hervé Vaillant, class of '92

I'm an ESSCA alumnus (class of 1992) from Brittany, originally from Saint-Malo, and a member of the Saint-Briac Yacht Club (YCSB).

A lifelong sailing enthusiast, I'm co-skipper of the SEABIRD , which is about to set sail again for a program of offshore races organized by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC).

SEABIRD is a Nicholsons 33 celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. She is a legendary boat, designed by Ron Holland and built by Camper & Nicholsons, and has already triumphed twice in the Rolex Fastnet Race (1975 and 2005).

Seabird, a legendary boat!

My crew and I will be taking part in some of the most prestigious ocean races, including the 100th edition of the Rolex Fastnet Race, the world's biggest offshore race. This project is a sporting, human and entrepreneurial adventure that is part of a wider ambition: to take part in the Vendée Globe 2028.

The SEABIRD is much more than just a boat. It's a story of resilience, audacity and transmission, and a great opportunity to promote the values of commitment, innovation and eco-responsibility.

SEABIRD is also :

• Partners committed to relaying our adventures throughout the season
  • Media: bateaux.com
  • Clubs: Yacht Club de Saint-Briac, Yacht Club de France.
• An emblematic sponsor, passionate about sailing: Alexandre Jardin: famous writer and film-maker, founder of the Bleu Blanc Zèbre citizen movement.

Why am I writing to you today?

I'm calling on the strength of our ESSCA network to support me in this adventure!

Two ways to support us:

• Companies, brands & decision-makers: become a sponsor of the project and associate your company with this maritime adventure. Benefit from exceptional visibility, an exclusive hospitality program and high-impact communication (PR, media, social networks...).
• ESSCA Alumni community: take part in our Ulule fundraising campaign to help finance the adventure and join the SEABIRD team! Every contribution, even a symbolic one, is another step towards our goal.

Ulule link: https: //fr.ulule.com/en-route-pour-la-joie/

If this project inspires you, if you'd like to discuss it or come on board with us in any way, I'd be delighted to talk to you.

Thank you all for your support, and we look forward to sailing together on this wonderful adventure!

Hervé Vaillant
E-mail: hvaillant@oconnection.fr
Tel : 06 10 46 65 60

Instagram: seabird_rorc2025

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