Temperatures have started to soar in Palma for the 20th Superyacht Cup

by The Superyacht Cup on 15 Jun 2016 Temperatures have started to soar in pretty Palma and, hopefully, with the arrival of sun-drenched days we can also count on the bay's sea breeze to persist in paying us a daily visit. Along with the temperature, excitement has also started to build: there's only one week to go until we can sink our teeth into three days of hair-raising regatta action during the annual Superyacht Cup. The 20th edition of this 'sailor's regatta' will again take place in the Mediterranean's most popular superyacht haunt, sunny Palma de Mallorca.

For the last two decades, the SYC has attracted the globe's shiniest sailors and the most marvelous superyachts to compete in an exhilarating face-off. This year's spectacular line-up will prove no different. This silver edition boasts a perfect balance of first-time entries, like the 32m Southern Wind Sea Wave (with three bullets she was the undisputed champion during The Rolex Capri International Regatta last month) to long time competitors, such as the powerful Perini P2 (this year's St Barths Bucket Regatta and Loro Piana Caribbean Regatta, Class B victor).

We're also very pleased to announce that many of our official suppliers have returned to be part of the event this year. Complete Marine Freight, our shipping, storage, and logistics partner, have teamed up with us for the seventh time. These yacht transport and shipping service specialists provide an array of logistics and services to nearly the entire fleet: ensuring 'smooth sailing' before, during, and after the regatta.

Another returning partner are RSB Rigging Solutions. The number of SYC entrants past and present who are loyal customers of these rigging supremos, such as the 45m Salperton or the 31m Gaia, is a testament to their superb work. RSB Rigging have also taken care of the running rigging for the newly launched Vitters-built Unfurled. As a matter of fact, almost all of this year's entrants have had RSB refit their rigs, repair their winches or supply new racing lines and halyards, resulting in a fully tuned fleet that's ready to race!

A transformed trophy for silver edition of the Superyacht Cup

Pendennis has long been a supporter and sponsor of The Superyacht Cup and this year the team was honored to be approached by the organizers to assist with improving the winners' perpetual trophy. After discussion with the SYC team, a new base was designed and the trophy was brought back to Pendennis' facility in Falmouth. There, the new base was hand crafted and lacquered by a highly skilled team of joinery and finishing apprentices and wood machinists. The new base design has transformed and modernised the trophy, featuring an inset teak deck for the cleat to sit on and will no doubt complement the victor's trophy cabinet this year.

For the second time, 100% Pure New Zealand is the Superyacht Cup's 'Destination Partner'. With the regatta's reputation for attracting superyachts with a keen competitive edge and desire to push boundaries, it is the perfect match for New Zealand: an adventure playground for yachts wishing to explore further and expand their horizons beyond the traditional Mediterranean and Caribbean cruising grounds. The 100% New Zealand team will be present during the event to showcase stunning New Zealand as a world class cruising and charter destination. Why not see the team on site and find out about the country's 14,000km of pristine coastline, set against a breathtakingly beautiful backdrop of diverse landscapes?

A record 57 superyachts came to New Zealand during the 2014/15 season. The 2015/16 season has seen the same level of over 50 visiting yachts, but noticeably many yachts are larger than those that came previously. Additionally, with the new 24th month visiting permit in action and possibility for foreign flagged superyachts to charter in New Zealand, many yachts are staying longer.

An already buzzing SYC Regatta Village

Most of our entrants are already docked inside STP with boats and crews busy gearing up for Thursday's first day of racing. Our soon-to-be Regatta Village is also already buzzing: a small army of 'Superyacht-Cuppers' have started the build of our sponsors' tents. Gold sponsor Gaastra will be proudly displaying their brand-new cutting edge line of professional sailing gear in the village's largest tent. Also for sale will be their new, limited edition, 20th SYC polo collection. The Gaastra brand, responsible for bringing a contemporary style to the superyacht scene, boast international allure and many followers ranging from professional sailors to fashion conscious lovers of the nautical lifestyle.

Our premium partners Baltic Yachts, builders of high performance yachts, will be represented by the award winning carbon racer-cruiser Win Win (last year's podium finisher, no less). Additionally, the yard's Service and Refit facility will be offering technical support and practical assistance to all participants of the Cup. Their professional service staff will be on standby at the Baltic stand onsite. We are very proud to have Baltic Yachts' support at this year's regatta.

Racing is scheduled to start Thursday the 23rd at 13.00.