NEW ELECTRIC BOAT CHALLENGE SET FOR THE BRITISH INTERNATIONAL HARMSWORTH TROPHY

The world’s most famous powerboat racing trophy is being promoted as the ultimate reward for a new electric boat challenge. 

The British International Harmsworth Trophy dates back to 1903 and is the oldest powerboat racing trophy in existence.  Often referred to as the “America’s Cup of Powerboating”, it has played a pivotal role in the development of offshore racing.  Over the years the magnificent bronze trophy has been presented to powerboat racing legends including Sir Thomas Sopwith, Garfield Wood, Stefano Casiraghi and Fabio Buzzi.

Originally a challenge between countries aimed at developing and improving the design of powerboat hulls and engines, the Trustees of the Trophy have announced a new challenge for electrically-powered vessels that will continue the tradition of encouraging design and technical innovation.

The Challenge will take the form of a time trial from Poole to Cowes and back.  The Trophy will be awarded to the fastest boat to complete the course in a calendar year.

Full details are in the Rules:  CLICK HERE

To apply for the Challenge, please email: harmsworthchallenge@gmail.com