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Ross Honey, founder of Sea Angling Classic (left), and Chris Cox, general manager of Crewsaver.

Crewsaver, Survitec’s leading lifejacket brand, has announced a partnership with the UK’s biggest sea fishing catch and release competition, the Sea Angling Classic, for the upcoming 2024 season.

The partnership was confirmed at METSTRADE in Amsterdam, bringing together key players from the leisure industry. The safety partnership will comprise the provision of Crewsaver’s Survival Technology, along with providing expertise and guidance on the care and maintenance of safety equipment.

Chris Cox, Crewsaver’s general manager, said, “As the designated safety equipment provider for Sea Angling Classic, this partnership reinforces our dedication to promoting lifejacket safety awareness and helping to protect lives. Sea Angling Classic promotes angling across the UK in a responsible manner and this partnership was a perfect fit for Crewsaver.

“Our high-performance safety equipment ensures both comfort and functionality without limitation as we eagerly anticipate the forthcoming competition event in Portsmouth next summer.

A brand with over 60 years’ experience in survival technology equipment design and manufacture, Crewsaver’s solutions are extensive and include lifejackets, buoyancy aids, liferafts, performance clothing and man overboard recovery.

Crewsaver’s lifejackets incorporate Fusion 3D technology that moulds to the wearer’s body and is compact and lightweight. The lifejackets sit off the neck, giving sailors total freedom of movement and ensuring they are comfortable even in the most challenging environments, without compromising on safety.

Sea Angling Classic founder Ross Honey added: “Running world-class events requires world-class partners and Crewsaver, with its vast range of products, fits perfectly with the events we’re staging. We are excited to have Crewsaver and its team with expert knowledge as our safety partner.

Also showcased at METSTRADE by Crewsaver iwa a pioneering duo of lifejackets crafted to cater to safety-driven water sports and adventure enthusiasts. The Crewsaver EXO lifejackets guarantee unparalleled comfort and performance, ensuring peace of mind to enjoy leisure activities in absolute safety.