Sponsorship
Without sponsorship it would not be possible to raise the much needed funds for the chosen charities, not to mention even arriving at the start line! So please take time to read through the detailed information on this page, as there are unique ways you can sponsor the team and get involved….
Team devOcean are currently looking for businesses to get involved in this exciting opportunity to sponsor them. It provides a unique opportunity for businesses to get involved and equally gain from the massive exposure (details below) that this type of event generates. Together with the benefits of donating to charity, there are opportunities for regional, national and international brand marketing by being involved with the smaller events being planned, as well as the final goal itself…the race in 2009!
We are able to customise the sponsorship packages to suit your own requirements so that you can maximise the potential benefits to be gained. Every budget can be catered for whether it be larger corporate sponsorship, or smaller businesses either way, please do get in touch with us so we can get more information to you and answer any queries you have.
The combination of the fact that this is the first Indian Ocean race together with the massive challenge that this poses to be, it will undoubtedly capture the public interest. In order to maximise the press coverage and brand exposure we have planned 6 events so far, as well as press and media functions.
Maximise your marketing benefits! You could expand your options by branding the boat, promotional materials, clothing, vehicles, even this website. Appearances at company events with the boat could also be an ideal opportunity to be involved with the pre and post race events.
Title sponsorship is the ultimate level of sponsorship available where you receive the opportunity to name the boat e.g your company name, prominent website branding, access to the boat and the team for corporate events as well as a whole host of advertising benefits.
Major sponsors would receive prominent positions for your logo on the boat, website, clothing, vehicles etc.
We are also looking to encourage businesses to contribute goods and services directly that would be a help and benefit in the race itself or indeed the marketing of this event.
There are many different areas in which corporate sponsors can gain coverage and advertising for their companies through this event which are detailed below. These range from sponsoring one of our planned events, to options of boat and website advertising.
The advertising / sponsorship areas are split into the following areas:
Boat Branding / Advertising Space: Corporate branding/logos can be offered to be displayed on space on the oars, or even the interior of boat so its not limited to the outer hull of the boat.
Vehicle / Trailer Branding: Branded corporate logos/name on the vehicle for towing the boat as well the trailer.
Banners: Displaying or flying of banners on the boat at functions, or flags
Printed Material: A range of printed material is being used during the promotion of this event and therefore offers ideal, prominent advertising space.
Press / Newspapers / Features / Trade Journels and Magazines: Publicity through press releases, website articles, magazine features and national press.
Website: Real media exposure through the team devOcean website
Pre and Post Race Events: Events and marketing / fund raising events have been planned where banners, posters, websites will be used to market them
Newsletters: Newsletters and email updates to mailing lists can be branded
Clothing: The wearing of Sponsors clothing or logo prior to and during the race.
We have had interest from a number of TV production companies as well as interest in publishing a book of our experience and race.
If you would like to discuss specific sponsorship opportunities then we would be more than happy to discuss your needs.