Round Britain announces Saxo Capital Markets as new sponsor

by Tracey Clarke on 8 Feb 2012 Round Britain 2012 (RB12) is a Land, Sea and Air marathon, being held throughout the UK, which is taking place from 21 June to 30 June. Saxo Capital Markets, the specialist in online trading and investment, announces sponsorship of this unique endurance event.

It’s the first time 50 cars, 50 boats and 50 aircraft will compete around Britain simultaneously, ten legs, head to head in each element. The event starts and finishes at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, venue for the 2012 Olympic sailing events.

Saxo Capital Markets UK CEO, Torben Kaaber said 'We are thrilled to be a part of RB12. This is a dynamic, challenging event, we look forward to getting involved with the competition, and engaging with competitors, our clients, and spectators across the country. I am also pleased to announce that we will be launching the inaugural Saxo Challenge Trophy, where entrants in the land, sea and air elements will join forces to compete as a single team. We wish everyone the best of luck in their preparations for the event and look forward to seeing them on the starting lines in June.'

Hugo Ambrose, Director of RB12, said ' Saxo is a leader in the fast paced world of trading and financial markets, and therefore a perfect match for the pace and reach of RB12. Our global corporate partner scheme allows us to invest further in the infrastructure of this event. This will benefit both our competitors and the venues, and we’re looking forward to entertaining thousands of people around Britain with this truly unique Round Britain 2012 website