Winners of Conny van Rietschoten Trophee sponsored by Royal Huisman

The winners of this year’s annual Conny van Rietschoten Trophee have been ...

Winners of Conny van Rietschoten Trophee sponsored by Royal Huisman

December 02, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

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

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

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

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 sailing yacht Flyer I

Royal Huisman-built superyacht Flyer II

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.

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