The winners of this year’s annual Conny van Rietschoten Trophee have been announced. Sponsored by the leading Dutch superyacht builder Royal Huisman, the Trophee is presented to persons, who have made an outstanding sailing achievement. The National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam was the venue for the announcement of this year’s winners.
Simeon Tienport wins Cony van Rietschoten Trophee - Photo credit to Yvonne Ransijn
This year’s Winners:
– Simeon Tienpont receives the “Conny van Rietschoten” Trophee as yachtsman of the year
– Dewi Couvert receives “Flyer” Trophee as young talent
Dewi Couvert wins 'Flyer' Trophee as young talent - Photo credit to Yvonne Ransijn
– The “Maas” Trophee is for Robert van Notten for various voluntary work at for example Dutch Youth Regatta
Robert van Notten wins 'Maas' Trophee - Photo credit to Yvonne Ransijn
These most prestigious Dutch awards are named after Conny van Rietschoten who won the 1977/1978 and the 1981/1982 Whitbread Round the World Race with Flyer I and Flyer II, both built by Royal Huisman.
Royal Huisman-built sailing yacht Flyer I
Royal Huisman-built superyacht Flyer II
Acknowledging the importance of this magnificent award to support and stimulate high performance sailing and offshore cruising and racing in the Netherlands, Royal Huisman is privileged to act as a sponsor of this event.
