Suzuki Marine Supports Racing and Coastal Clean-Up at the ILCA Masters European Championships

Suzuki Marine GB proudly took centre stage at the 2025 ILCA Masters European Championships, held at the prestigious Hayling Island Sailing Club (HISC) from 15th to 20th June. As title sponsor, Suzuki lent its name and environmental ethos to one of the biggest international dinghy racing events to be held in the UK for over a decade. 

With over 125 participants from over 19 countries, this internationally renowned regatta offered a unique platform for Suzuki to showcase its commitment to cleaning our oceans and protecting our marine environment.  

Real Action to Protect HISC shores 

In line with Suzuki’s global ‘Clean Ocean Project’, a highlight of the event was the Suzuki Beach Clean, where participants played a part in removing plastic waste and unwanted debris from Hayling Island’s beautiful shores. This hands-on environmental initiative brought Suzuki’s long-standing commitment to marine conservation to life, uniting the sailing community in a shared mission to protect our oceans. 

Mark Beeley, Head of ATV & Marine for Suzuki GB, said, “It was a real privilege for Suzuki to support the ILCA Masters European Championships. Not only was it a fantastic opportunity to support a world-class regatta on UK waters, but it also allowed us to actively promote our environmental values through the Suzuki Beach Clean and engage directly with a community that shares our passion for protecting the marine environment.” 

Making a Splash – On and Off the Water 
As well as being part of the opening ceremony and presenting medals to the worthy winners at the prize-giving ceremony, Suzuki provided branded sailing caps, bibs and T-shirts to all participants and volunteers. And all RIBs used throughout the competition were powered by Suzuki outboard motors, ensuring that races operated smoothly and safely. 

Suzuki Marine UK is proud to support the sailing community and to continue driving positive change for our oceans – one beach clean at a time. 

Find out more about Suzuki’s global Clean Ocean Project here: globalsuzuki.com/marine/sustainability