Bermuda Race Organizing Committee, US Sailing, and Cruising Club of America Release Safety Review Reports Regarding 2024 Vessel Abandonments

Posted in: US Sailing News by US Sailing on February 18, 2025

Following the three vessel abandonments that occurred during the 2024 Newport Bermuda Race and return voyage, the Bermuda Race Organizing Committee (BROC) partnered with US Sailing and the Cruising Club of America to conduct an in-depth safety review. The goal of this effort was to gather facts, analyze the incidents, and make recommendations that will contribute to safer offshore racing for all sailors.

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US Sailing Convenes Panel on Newport Bermuda Fatality

Posted in: US Sailing News by Lexi Pline on July 1, 2022 Bristol, RI (July 1, 2022) - In light of the tragic incident that occurred during the running of the 52nd Newport to Bermuda Race, US Sailing, at the request of the race organizing authority, has convened a panel of experts to study the incident. The panel looks to fact-find on contributing factors including, weather conditions, crew…Read More