Aggreko Sets the Stage for Final SailGP North American Races with Cleaner Energy Solutions
July 10 2024 - 8:00AM
Aggreko, a global leader in innovative energy solutions, is
supporting the final three North American races for the 2023-24
SailGP Championship with cleaner energy sources that ensure each
competitive sailing event operates to a reliable level, with lower
carbon emissions across each events footpath.
Aggreko first deployed the energy storage and modular energy
solution at the ROCKWOOL Canada Sail Grand Prix in Halifax on June
1-2. The company then supported the Mubadala New York Sail Grand
Prix on June 22-23 and will wrap up the season by providing
reliable, energy-efficient power for the SailGP Season 4 Grand
Final in San Francisco during the weekend of July 13-14. The North
American races join Aggreko’s previous support of SailGP events,
including the Emirates Dubai Sail Grand Prix earlier this
season.
As an alternative to traditional fossil fuel sources, Aggreko is
providing Tier 4 Final generators that operate on hydrotreated
vegetable oil (HVO) biofuel as a cleaner, low-carbon energy source.
Compared to fossil fuels, HVO is created using waste such as
residue oils and cooking oils, which results in a dramatic
reduction in greenhouse emissions. Aggreko will also supply the
energy distribution technology for the local 60Hz shore energy
needs at each event, as well as modular battery energy storage
systems.
“We’re keen to pair our commitment to sustainable energy
solutions with our strength in Major Events support, and our work
with SailGP realizes these ambitions,” said Stephen Saal the Vice
President of Sales and Marketing at Aggreko North America. “Having
our experienced events team support SailGP’s exciting races with
our efficient energy solutions is an honor, and we look forward to
celebrating the Season 4 champions and continuing to design cleaner
energy for global sporting events.”
“SailGP aims to be one of the world’s most sustainable
competitions, and with the support of Aggreko, we’re closer to
realizing that goal through our final races of the season,” said
Rosie Hamilton, Sustainability Event Operations Manager at SailGP.
“With their decades of experience in the events industry and
advanced energy solutions that can be brought to life with
alternative fuels, Aggreko’s partnership helps us make SailGP an
energy-efficient and exciting event.”
Aggreko’s support of SailGP continues the company’s long history
of providing energy solutions for global events including Formula
1, Formula E, the Ryder Cup, and major American football games, in
addition to shows like Cirque du Soleil. Aggreko’s event team will
apply their established skillset to the final three SailGP events
of the season, aiding in gaining valuable expertise for supporting
future events.
To learn more about Aggreko’s energy-efficient and sustainable
temporary energy solutions for events, visit
https://www.aggreko.com/en-us/sectors/events.
About AggrekoAggreko is a global leader in
providing energy solutions that help businesses grow and
communities thrive.
Operating in a rapidly changing energy market where reliable
supplies of energy have never been more critical, we provide
customers with power and temperature control solutions when, where
and for however long they need it.
Using the latest technologies, we combine our innovative
thinking with our sector knowledge to help our customers achieve
their goals, however complex, through a range of flexible, modular
solutions.
We’re investing in more sustainable products, fuels, and
services to make greener solutions accessible for our customers,
supporting their move to a more sustainable and efficient
future.
Founded in 1962, we are headquartered in the UK and employ over
6,000 people worldwide.
For more information, please visit our website at
https://www.aggreko.com/en.
ABOUT SAILGPSailGP is grand prix racing like
you’ve never seen before. The world’s most exciting race on water,
where anything can happen in short, adrenaline-fueled battles
between national teams at iconic stadium venues worldwide. Top
athletes fly identical, high-tech F50 boats faster than the wind at
speeds approaching 100 km/h – in a championship that’s powered by
nature and races for a better future. Visit SailGP.com to find
out more.
Media ContactJustin WilliamsTrevi
Communications for Aggrekojustin@trevicomm.com +1 (978)
539-7157
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