Press release
02.06.2008 - Sennheiser UK
Sennheiser UK Onboard for Eco-Boat World Record Attempt
Sennheiser UK is on board supporting Earthrace, the eco-boat currently attempting to break the round-the-world speed record. Sennheiser supplied Earthrace with PXC 450 noise cancelling headphones, plus two HMEC 450 aviation headsets for navigation communications.
"We're delighted Sennheiser is supporting us," explained Earthrace Captain Pete Bethune. "This project wouldn't have been able to happen without their support and their contribution is vital to the overall goal of showing the world that the best technology can also be sustainable.
"We and the ground crew appreciate the fantastic support we have received. Every supportive company¹s efforts count in our race to beat the world record."
Sennheiser UK General Manager Phil Massey was delighted to have put the Company¹s expertise behind the project.
"It is great that we have been able to help such a worthwhile attempt by supplying Pete and his crew with the headsets," he commented. "We wish them all the best of luck in their journey."
Earthrace is a 78-foot wave-piercing trimaran that runs exclusively on biodiesel, and has a net zero carbon footprint. Skipper Pete Bethune and his crew set off from Sagunto, Spain on April 27th in an attempt to break the round the world speed record of 75 days. The boat has many additional green credentials, such as low-emission engines, non-toxic anti-foul and efficient hull design. In a brave display of commitment to the cause, Captain Bethune even underwent liposuction to donate his own fat to be processed into biofuel.
The route takes Earthrace across the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian oceans as it thunders 24,000 nautical miles along the planet's circumference at a maximum speed of 40 knots. If they succeed, Earthrace will be the first boat to break the record using only renewable fuel.
Earthrace is run as a not-for-profit venture, with a boat, ground and London HQ crew made up of international volunteers.
You can find out in real time exactly where Earthrace is now by going to http://www.earthrace.net/ and clicking on the 'Where is Earthrace' globe.
For more information about Sennheiser please visit http://www.sennheiser.co.uk/ or call:
Robert Collins, Sennheiser PR
T: 07699 294 877
E-Mail: Robert.collins180@virgin.net