Sail4Earth collaborates with Heineken Regatta
Press Release
Heineken Regatta 2025 supports Sail4Earth with the co-opetition campaign amongst sailors!
In a strong aim to protect nature, reduce plastic polution of the oceans, set sail with a low carbon footprint, Heineken Regatta and Sail4Earth join forces. From Thursday, March 6th, over 180 sailing teams will compete in the 45th Heineken Regatta, spanning four days around the Island of Sint Maarten.
The Oceans and nature are under threat. Sail4Earth offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the protection of this irreplaceable treasure of biodiversity in a way that resonates with sailors, skippers, and boat enthusiasts. Together, we can turn the tide.
First Global co-opetition campaign for sailors
Sail4Earth is the first global co-opetition initiative among sailors, uniting individuals and organizations to protect the planet for just € 1.20 per square meter, using the Uon.Earth app. Participants of the Heineken Regatta can collect the unique ‘Heineken Regatta uon collectible’ for their boat or crew, adding a personal touch to their contribution.
By sharing their involvement on social media, participants can inspire their communities and collectively compete to protect the largest area of nature & ocean. Starting a campaign to protect nature together, Meter x Meter.
Team Sail4Earth in the 45th Heineken Regatta
Sail4Earth boardmember Cees-Jan Zegers will participate with team Sail4Earth in the 45th Edition of the Heineken Regatta in one of the bareboat classes. The yacht will be visible for all spectators and participants by setting sail with the EarthFlag, our symbol of belonging. All participating yachts and committee boats will receive a courtesy EarthFlag, as a gift in their Skippersbag at the registration desk in the Heineken Regatta Race Village.
Regatta Director Krispijn Teunissen received Monday evening 3rd of March the first EarthFlag of Sail4Earth, presented by Cees-Jan Zegers. In the Heineken Regatta Race Village in Port de Plaisance Krispijn and Cees-Jan met to hand-over the EarthFlag and celebrate the collaboration between Heineken Regatta and Sail4Earth.
