Founded in 1995 by legendary yachtsman Sir Robin Knox-Johnston -the first man to ever sail around the world solo and nonstop- and CEO William Ward. The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race has developed a reputation for showcasing brands and building international trade links between partners and host destinations around the globe. It was founded on the premise that sailing should be made available to everyone, regardless of age or experience. More than 3,500 people have now competed in the nine editions of the Clipper Race.

The company owns a fleet of twelve matched Clipper 70-foot and ten 68-foot racing yachts. It also owns the rights to the professional solo round the world VELUX 5 OCEANS race and runs a successful events division, Clipper Events. Offering corporate boat charters, team building and development programs.

Its headquarters is based in Gosport, UK with a corporate events and ocean racing training academy in Sydney, Australia.