Simon Coveney set to join services crews for Cork Week

Of the fleet competing at Volvo Cork Week next week, a sizable number of competitors will be drawn from members of the Navy, Coast Guard, Army, air force, police and emergency rescue services.

And not just Ireland’s services as the inaugural Beaufort Cup extends to representatives from any country.

At least 50% of the crew of an entered yacht must be active members of the service in whose name the yacht is entered. There are now 13 Irish and British teams entered, bringing the overall Cork Week turnout to 105 boats so far.