What is the Ocean Race?
- The Ocean Race is often described as the longest and toughest professional sporting event in the world, sailing’s toughest team challenge and one of the sport’s Big Three events, alongside the Olympic Games and America’s Cup. The concept of the race is simple: it’s a round-the-clock pursuit of competitive edge and the ultimate ocean marathon, pitting the best sailors against each other across the world’s toughest waters. It’s relentless: the importance of winning, the adventure of life on board, the transformative effect on the sailors — all of these combine to give the race its power and depth. Read more about the race here
Why is it legendary and described as the toughest offshore race in the world?
- Well it is a five-month, 32,000-nautical mile (36,825-mile / 60,000-kilometer) race around the world. First edition took place in 1973-74.
Why does Trifork sponsor The Ocean Race?
- Sustainability is a top priority for all of us. We strive to make a difference, not only for our customers but for our world. Now, we are proud to be the presenting partner of the Ocean Race Stopover in Aarhus in 2023. This is our small contribution to the world. By raising awareness of the difficulties the marine environment is facing, we educate ourselves on sustainability and start the process of change. Together, we create healthy oceans to connect our world.
Where do the sailing events take place in Aarhus?
- Besides the arrival and the departure of the boats, the sailing events will take place in Kattegat just outside Aarhus. You can follow the races from the harbor as well as exclusively on VIP boats close to the boats competing.
I want to be a part of the event, can I volunteer?
- Amazing, we would love for you to volunteer and be a part of the Triforkers raising awareness of our company during the Ocean Race. Please provide your contact information and tick off the days where you are able to volunteer here.
How do we as a business unit/Trifork family member make the most of The Ocean Race?
- The Trifork Ocean Race team encourages everyone to take part in this amazing event. First of all the event is a great chance to invite customers for a unique event to build even stronger relationships. Secondly it is a chance to strengthen the Trifork family sustainability solutions towards customers.
How many customers can I bring?
- For the free events there are no limits as to how many customers, colleagues or partners you can bring, but for the VIP and hospitality events, there is a limited number of tickets available. We encourage you to plan according to when most activity is happening on the water.
What is the price of attending the event?
- Access to The Ocean Race exhibition area and the harbor in general is free. Regarding the VIP packages, pricing depends on the different types of tickets. Food and drinks are included in the VIP tickets.
What type of customers should I bring to the event?
- In general anybody into sailing, but first of all investing in customer decision makers and key stakeholders makes most sense.
How are the limited VIP tickets divided among Triforkers?
- Triforkers can apply for any type of tickets before the 14th of March. Afterwards, the Trifork steering committee will decide who gets which tickets for the event.
When will I know if I get the tickets I applied for?
- 8th March: Information about tickets released
- 15th March: Deadline for applying for tickets
- 21st March: The Steering committee decides who gets which tickets, and will inform via email who gets which tickets
- 28th May- 8th June: Pick up your tickets at Sustainability Island
How do I apply for tickets?
- 1. Take a look at the dates and the VIP & hospitality options
- 2. Decide which tickets are the best match with your customers/employees/partners
- 3. Send an email to mtol@trifork.com describing what kind of tickets you would like to apply for and for which dates (be aware of bank holidays and weekends).
- 4. Any request should include business unit name and how your BU would like to support the aim of increasing awareness of Trifork before, during and after the Ocean Race days.
What are the differences between the VIP tickets available?
- Please read through our VIP and hospitality document to get the insights of the various packages.
How many tickets can I apply for?
- You can apply for as many tickets as you want.
Where do I pick up my tickets?
- At the Trifork exhibition at Sustainability Island. Feel free to bring your guests when picking up the tickets as our exhibition will help them understand how we think sustainability and tech at Trifork.
Where do I stay while in Aarhus?
- There are a number of great hotels in the city center, and we encourage you to book rooms as soon as possible since the hosts expect more than 300.000 visitors to Aarhus during the event.
Where do I park when I visit The Ocean Race in Aarhus?
- There are a number of parking opportunities close to the harbor in Aarhus, please find an overview here
Is The Ocean Race a wheelchair accessible event?
- The event area is freely accessible to wheelchair users including parking and toilets.
Which hashtags should I use on Social Media, when I post about The Ocean Race?
- #theoceanraceaarhus
- #trifork
- #triforkfamily
Where can I follow The Ocean Race and Trifork?
Is the Trifork L4 boat located in the harbor during the race, and where?
- Yes, the Trifork L4 boat is in Aarhus during The Ocean Race, and will be accessible for visitors who are curious to understand what a previous ocean racer looks like. We will provide information about where the boat is located closer to the event.
Can anyone participate in sailing on the L4?
- During The Ocean Race in Aarhus it is possible to book the boat+crew for a unique sailing trip to get a sense of what it is like to be a part of the crew onboard a previous Ocean Race winning boat.
What is C-level Sailing?
- C-level sailing is a concept that was rolled out and tested last year in both Esbjerg, Aarhus and Copenhagen, where guests get an introduction to Trifork capabilities and cases through a thought leader keynote. Also Jens Dolmer, Captain on L4, gives an introduction to the boat and The Ocean Race, afterwards all guests dress for sailing and get the onboard experience being a part of the crew rotating between the different jobs on board our amazing boat. After two-three hours of sailing the day ends with lunch/dinner and networking.
