PORTSMOUTH, R.I. (January 23, 2017) – For the third consecutive year, Sunbrella® fabrics, the leading producer of performance and marine canvas around the globe, will serve as the presenting sponsor of the 2017 Sailing World Cup Miami, North America’s premier Olympic class regatta. A North Carolina-based brand with deep roots in the American sailing community, Sunbrella has assumed a prominent role in fostering the future of high-performance sailing the United States.

“Sunbrella is an outstanding partner for US Sailing and Sailing World Cup Miami,” said Jack Gierhart, executive director of US Sailing. “They know what it takes to be the best and to set and achieve ambitious goals. They have brought that energy to our partnership. We are grateful for their commitment to the athletes and their quest to be the best in the world.”

The first stop of World Sailing’s 2017 World Cup Series will see over 450 competitors race across the ten Olympic classes from Regatta Park at Coconut Grove, Miami from 24 – 29 January. Image free of editorial rights @Jesus Renedo / Sailing Energy / World Sailing

Sunbrella is also the presenting sponsors of US Sailing’s Golden Torch Award, awarded to the top placing U.S. sailor at Sailing World Cup Miami.

“We are proud to support US Sailing and the tremendous athletes who commit so completely to their passion for being on the water and for making competitive sailing such a unique and special sport,” said Hal Hunnicutt, vice president of marketing for Glen Raven, Inc.

Founded in 1961, Sunbrella began offering marine upholstery products in the mid 1970’s. By producing innovative canvas and fabrics that were exceptionally weather-resistant and easy to maintain, Sunbrella quickly became a dominant player in the marine industry. Sunbrella’s core brand identity celebrates the best of what America has to offer.

Sailing World Cup Miami is the the first stop on World Sailing’s 2017 World Cup Series and will feature over 450 competitors racing across the ten Olympic classes from Regatta Park at Coconut Grove, Miami on January 24-29.

MEDIA CONTACT: Jake Fish, US Sailing, jakefish@ussailing.org

About US Sailing
The United States Sailing Association (US Sailing), the national governing body for sailing, provides leadership, integrity, and growth for the sport in the United States. Founded in 1897 and headquartered in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, US Sailing is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. US Sailing offers training and education programs for instructors and race officials, supports a wide range of sailing organizations and communities, issues offshore rating certificates, and provides administration and oversight of competitive sailing across the country, including National Championships and the US Sailing Team. For more information, please visit www.ussailing.org.

About Sunbrella Fabrics
For nearly 50 years, Sunbrella® fabrics have set the standard for the performance of marine canvas all around the globe, offering durability, fade resistance and easy care. First introduced in 1961 as an awning fabric, the Sunbrella brand revolutionized the way the world thinks about how beautiful fabrics look, feel and perform. The Sunbrella brand is the leading premium fabric choice today not only for marine, but also for awning and upholstery, including boat interiors. Sunbrella fabrics are manufactured and marketed by Glen Raven, a 134-year-old family-owned company based in North Carolina with operations worldwide. For more information on the Sunbrella brand, including fabric resources, visit www.sunbrella.com.