U.S. SailGP Team partners with X Shore for sustainable VIP and athlete transport at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix
New York, 3 June 2025 – U.S. SailGP Team is entering into a partnership with the Swedish electric boat manufacturer X Shore ahead of the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix on 7–8 June.
As part of the collaboration, visitors and VIP guests are offered silent, electric yacht transport across New York Harbor – a sustainable and luxurious way to experience the sailing races. X Shore is also providing athlete transport between North Cove Marina, Governors Island and Liberty Landing Marina throughout the race weekend.
X Shore's electric boats offer a clean and quiet transport solution that fits well with SailGP's commitment to accelerating the transition to cleaner energy in the sport of sailing. The partnership elevates the experience for both athletes and VIP guests with a unique way to watch the fast-paced races against New York's iconic skyline.
About U.S. SailGP Team
The team is run by co-owners Ryan and Margaret McKillen and two-time world champion Mike Buckley. Seven-time world champion Taylor Canfield is the skipper. U.S. SailGP Team is part of the global Rolex SailGP series, with 12 national teams competing in identical hydrofoiling F50 catamarans at speeds of up to 60 mph at some of the world's most iconic sailing venues.
Source: X Shore's website.
