Icom UK Supports the 2026 National School Sailing Association Youth Regatta

We are proud to announce our support for the upcoming National Schools Sailing Association (NSSA) National Youth Regatta, taking place at Downs Sailing Club, Kent from 20-24 July.

Organised by the Kent Schools Sailing Association (KSSA) and sponsored by Pinnell & Bax (P&B), the event stands as one of the UK’s largest youth regattas, drawing over 230 competitors and 200 boats for a week of competitive racing, camaraderie and skill-building.

Designed to cater to a wide range of sailing abilities from highly experienced youth squad members to complete beginners, the regatta includes a diverse mix of craft, led by strong Topper and Laser Radial fleets alongside handicap boats ranging from Optimists to 29ers.

To keep the event running smoothly, we will be providing IP503H 4G LTE/PoC Radio handhelds, which will be used for race management, course patrolling, medical cover and shoreside logistics. IC-M37E Buoyant Marine VHF Handhelds will also be used on some of the support RIBS during the event.

Simon Cory, Chairman of the Regatta Organising Committee said, “The National Youth Regatta is probably the largest single youth sailing event in the UK and we are particularly pleased to have the support of Icom.”

“With almost 200 sailing dinghies racing on the open sea, clear and precise communication between the safety boats, the race management teams and the shore crew is essential. Icom have provided us with radios, private channels and the specialist knowledge to develop a comprehensive communications network. Without their support the management of the Regatta wouldn’t be so easy.”

He added, “We are looking forward to a great week of sailing, safe in the knowledge that communication systems will be excellent thanks to Icom.”

Spectators can watch the racing from the Deal beach seafront and promenade, making it a fantastic opportunity for locals and visitors to cheer on the young sailors and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of this premier sporting event.

For more information, visit the NSSA 2026 website: https://nssa2026.org

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