PRO-SET Epoxy, a global leader in high-performance epoxy systems, and Ovington Boats, renowned for building world-class racing dinghies, have been named joint lead sponsors of the 24th Flying Fifteen World Championships, set to take place in Weymouth Bay, UK, from August 10 21, 2025.

The Flying Fifteen class, designed by Uffa Fox in 1947, remains one of the most iconic and enduring racing keelboats in the sailing world. Combining elegance with high-performance racing, the class enjoys a global following and continues to attract elite competitors to its international regattas.

Chris Waples, Commodore of Flying Fifteen International (FFI), expressed enthusiasm for the partnership: Flying Fifteen International is delighted to have PRO-SET Epoxy in partnership with Ovington Boats as lead sponsors for the 24th World Championship in August 2025. Their support is invaluable to the success of this prestigious event.

Held at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, this edition marks the first time the championship will be hosted in the UK, an exciting development for British and international sailing communities alike.

Sam Oliver, representing PRO-SET Epoxy via Wessex Resins & Adhesives, added:
Our high-performance epoxy systems are trusted by boat builders and sailors worldwide. We re proud to support excellence in sailing and thrilled to partner with Ovington Boats to back the Flying Fifteen World Championships.

Nathan Batchelor of Ovington Boats echoed the sentiment, highlighting the company s longstanding connection to the class: Ovington has built nearly 500 Flying Fifteen boats over 35 years. We ve evolved from wooden decks to carbon builds using PRO-SET Epoxy and are proud to return as sponsors for an event that s foundational to our legacy.

This strategic partnership underscores both companies' shared commitment to quality, innovation, and performance, core values reflected in the evolution of modern raceboat construction and competitive sailing.

The Flying Fifteen World Championships 2025 promises an elite field of international competitors, intense racing, and a celebration of craftsmanship and sportsmanship in one of sailing s most beloved classes.

Source: wessexresins.co.uk