IT’S ALMOST TIME FOR SAILING AT THE SPECTACULAR BARCOLANA REGATTA

Environmental sustainability and gender equality are the focus of the 53rd edition kicking off in Trieste on Sunday October 10th. As for the last 40 years, Generali is presenting sponsor of the world epic sailing race.

Trieste and its wonderful Gulf is ready to host Barcolana, the world most scenic regatta. The motto of this year edition is “New Routes” to symbolize the commitment towards society, promoting a culture of participatory sport, healthy lifestyles, environmental sustainability, and Diversity & Inclusion. Values shared by Generali and complementary to those for the celebration of the Company's 190th anniversary in 2021.

The Chairman of Generali, Gabriele Galateri di Genola, commented: “Returning to the sea together, practising sport and discussing topics such as the environment, diversity and inclusion, and sustainability make this experience even more meaningful. We are living through a time of profound change, with opportunities for growth and improvement that we need to seize. For Generali, which is celebrating its 190th anniversary and whose ambition is to be a Lifetime Partner, it is a commitment to its people and the communities where it operates".

Sailing, a sport that Generali has historically supported and whose values it shares, will provide the opportunity to discuss gender equality, addressing the issue of marine occupations that have been traditionally deemed more appropriate for men. To address this, Generali is launching the Generali - women in sailing Trophy, awarded to the first mixed team captained by a female helmswoman in the “Autumn Cup”. She will be awarded with a customized coaching and leadership program delivered by the Generali’s Group Academy.

The 'women in sailing by Generali' project at the Barcolana event aims to give importance to all women taking part in the event at sea, on land and in the organization. A special Gallery will be published on the website www.barcolana.it, to inspire more and more women to become key figures, not only at sea.

The environment and sea topic will be the focus of the Sea Summit organized by Barcolana, the first edition of the scientific dissemination and political, economic and social in-depth analysis event dedicated to the sustainability of water systems. Generali will be present with its Chairman, Gabriele Galateri di Genola, and with its Group Head of Sustainability and Social Responsibility, Lucia Silva.

Furthermore, to help raise awareness of Barcolana, Generali supported the publication in English of the book 'Barcolana - Un mare di racconti', unveiled in Austria, Germany and Slovenia last September.