PHUKET, Thailand – Leading water sports event management company Regattas Asia – organisers of The Bay Regatta – confirm global marine electronics brand Raymarine, as a major sponsor of the 22nd anniversary event held 13th to 17th February, 2019.

A unique sailing event that starts and finishes in Phuket and sails through the stunning limestone topography of Phang Nga and Krabi provinces, Raymarine are a Co-Sponsor and have secured the sponsorship rights for the most scenic island race between Koh Yao Noi and Krabi. – Presentations will be held on at the iconic Phra Nang Inn, on Ao Nang Beach on Saturday 16th February.

The Raymarine Island Race 2019 (Course subject to change)

Mick Kealy, Managing Director of local Raymarine distributor Octopus Electrical Service, noted that Raymarine are regular supporter of regattas worldwide and this is a great opportunity to give back to the local Thailand sailing community.

“The Bay Regatta has gained its reputation as the ‘fun regatta’; known for marrying the sailors’ fun with the thrill of voyage and the majesty of the Phang Nga cliffs. Raymarine, as the first choice for the majority of privately owned pleasure boats around the world, feel that many parallels can be drawn between the ideologies of this regatta and their own, and that supporting this regatta is the perfect way to promote the values of both the company and the South East Asian sailing community as a whole.”

Ms. Kae Wattana, Managing Director of organisers Regattas Asia, commented “ Raymarine is a major supplier of marine electronics and is likely used and enjoyed by most of the yachts racing in the regatta. Aligning with Raymarine, a recognized and respected international brand, adds credibility to the event and underscores the success of our unique regatta concept.”

For more information, visit www.bayregatta.comor www.facebook.com/bayregatta.

For more information on Raymarine, visit: http://www.octopusasia.com/index.html