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VENUE INFORMATION PACK - GC32 LAGOS CUP 2 LAGOS, PORTUGAL (Version 1 issued 12.7.2021) - GC32 Racing Tour
VENUE INFORMATION PACK
    GC32 LAGOS CUP 2
 28th July – 1st August 2021
     LAGOS, PORTUGAL
   (Version 1 issued 12.7.2021)
VENUE INFORMATION PACK - GC32 LAGOS CUP 2 LAGOS, PORTUGAL (Version 1 issued 12.7.2021) - GC32 Racing Tour
SUMMARY
1. Venue Location Lagos                   Page 3 – 4
2. Race Course Lagos                      Page 5
3. Event Schedule                         Page 6 – 7
4. Travel and Arrival                     Page 8 – 9
5. Accommodation and Technical Area       Page 10
6. Addresses and Locations                Page 11
7. Technical Area at Sopromar             Page 12
8. Further Location Information           Page 13
9. Covid Regulations and Protocol         Page 14 – 16
10. Further Team Information              Page 17 – 18
11. GC32 Lounge and Hospitality           Page 19 – 20
12. Press Information                     Page 21 – 22
13. Contacts                              Page 23
14. Important Numbers Lagos               Page 24

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VENUE INFORMATION PACK - GC32 LAGOS CUP 2 LAGOS, PORTUGAL (Version 1 issued 12.7.2021) - GC32 Racing Tour
1. VENUE LOCATION
                       VENUE        LAGOS
                             LOCATION

Lisbon Airport

                                   Faro Airport

                 Lagos

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VENUE INFORMATION PACK - GC32 LAGOS CUP 2 LAGOS, PORTUGAL (Version 1 issued 12.7.2021) - GC32 Racing Tour
1. VENUE LOCATION
                           VENUE        LAGOS
                                 LOCATION

                                          GC32 Race Office
  GC32 Outdoor                        Marina Club Resort Hotel
     Lounge
                                          GC32 Media Office
  GC32 Moorings
 Marina de Lagos                         Marina Main Office
(see berthing plan)

                                                      Technical Area / New outside
                                                      gate and tarmacked car park

                                                      Pontoon for GC32 Team Ribs

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2. RACE
   VENUECOURSE LAGOS
         LOCATION

                      Race Course
                       Meia Praia

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3. EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday 23rd July    Official arrival and unloading of containers / arrival of trailers at Sopromar for
                    teams who have not yet participated in the GC32 Lagos Cup 1. New arrivals
                    on alternative dates can be arranged with the GC32 Class and Sopromar.

Saturday 24th and   Preparation of boats and measurement ashore if necessary.
Sunday 25th

Monday 26th and     09.00 – 18.00 Craning, measurement, sail declarations, crew registration and
Tuesday 27th        and weighing at the Race Office at the marina building Gil Eanes near the
                    Honour Pontoon (Pontoon J). See also map in slide 3 of the Venue Info Pack.

Wednesday 28th      10.00 Main event skippers, safety and support boat drivers briefing at the
                    GC32 Outdoor Lounge in the the Marina de Lagos near the Honour Pontoon.
                    13.00 Official practice races.
                    18.30 Opening Aperitif at GC32 Outdoor Lounge.

Thursday 29th       10.00 Skippers briefing at GC32 Outdoor Lounge.
                    First warning signal and schedule to be confirmed.
                    After Racing Happy Hour at GC32 Outdoor Lounge.

Friday 30th         Skippers briefing at GC32 Outdoor Lounge and racing schedule to be
                    announced. After Racing Happy Hour at GC32 Outdoor Lounge.
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3. EVENT SCHEDULE
Saturday 31st        Skippers briefing at GC32 Outdoor Lounge and racing schedule to be
                     announced. After Racing Happy Hour at GC32 Outdoor Lounge.

Sunday 1st August    Skippers briefing at GC32 Outdoor Lounge and racing schedule to be
                     announced. Approx. 17.00 prize giving at the GC32 Outdoor Lounge at the
                     Marina. Subsequently craning of boats.

Monday 2nd           Packing up / storing of boats at the Sopromar boatyard.

Tuesday 3rd          Loading and departure of containers (bump out).

For more information on the event schedule see the Event Notice of Race / GC32 Lagos Cup 2
2021 on the Official Notice Board (ONB): http://www.gc32racingtour.com/onb/

Please contact Hugo Henriques from Sopromar for any special services in regards of the boat yard.

The crane out schedule for Sunday evening will published during the event from the GC32 Class.

Hugo Henriques, Phone +351 963488510, Email hugo@sopromar.pt
Christian Scherrer, Phone +41 79 4216217, Email christian@gc32racing.com

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4. TRAVEL AND ARRIVAL
Arrival by airplane / car
Closest airports are Faro (a bit less than one hour) or Lisbon (ca. three hours with by car).

Covid travel information
Before traveling to Portugal, please check the regulations and information according to
the country you travel from and your travel plan. Useful information can be found on the
following website and apps:
https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal
https://reopen.europa.eu/
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/world.php
In case of any doubt contact the Portuguese embassy in the country you are travelling
from.
Please note that the GC32 Lagos Cup is part of the international professional competitions
listed in Annex IV of the official document of the Portuguese government. Passengers
traveling exclusively to participate at the GC32 Lagos Cup do not have to quarantine.
For further details please contact the GC32 Class / Racing Tour Management.

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4. TRAVEL AND ARRIVAL
Transfer and rental car service
Multi Rental offers a 15% discount on transfers and a 10% discount on rental cars. Please
book with Pedro or Beatriz Ramos and mention that you are participating in the GC32
Lagos Cup.

More info under: https://www.multirental.com.pt/
Phone +351913002001
Email info@multiportugal.com

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5. ACCOMODATION AND TECHNICAL AREA
Accommodation information
We recommend the Marina Club Lagos Resort in the Marina of Lagos. This the official
hotel of the event and offers special rates for teams. For more information see the
Accommodation Lagos Info documents which are available on the Official Notice Board
(ONB) of the GC32 Racing Tour Website: http://www.gc32racingtour.com/onb/
Further information about Lagos and hotels is available on the Portugal Tourism website:
https://www.visitportugal.com/en/destinos/algarve/73799

Arrivals and Technical Area Access
Official arrival date is the 23rd of July (free craning for containers provided). Earlier
arrivals can be arranged with the GC32 Class and Sopromar. If you wish to arrive on a
different date, please coordinate with the GC32 Class and Hugo Henriques from
Sopromar. This does not apply for team already on site after GC32 Lagos Cup 1.
Hugo’s Phone +351 963488510, Email, hugo@sopromar.pt

Local Event Coordinator
Rodrigo Moreira Rato is the Local Event Coordinator. For any other questions or request
outside of the logistics that you might have please contact Rodrigo.
Rodrigo’s Phone +351 933 511 474, Email rodrigo.m.rato@gmail.com
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6. ADDRESSES AND LOCATIONS
Mail delivery address for teams at Sopromar
SOPROMAR Centro Nautico de Lagos
Name Team
Estrada Sopromar Estaleiro No 1
8600-315 Lagos, Portugal

Technical area address (for containers)
SOPROMAR Centro Nautico de Lagos
Estrada Sopromar Estaleiro No 1
8600-315 Lagos, Portugal

Please contact the Logistics Coordinator - Hugo Henriques

Race, Media and Marina Main Offices
The Race Office will be located in the marina building Gil Eanes near the Honour
Pontoon (Pontoon J). The Media Office will be located in the Marina Club Resort main
building next to the reception. The Marina Main Office is located at the entrance of the
marina next to the pedestrian bridge crossing the channel to the sea (see map in slide
3 of the Venue Info Pack).

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7. TECHNICAL AREA AT SOPROMAR
Craning, measurement and storage at Sopromar
Craning is provided by the Organising Authority during the official craning schedules (see
ENoR). Craning at arrival has been organised individually with the teams. If you wish to
change the current arrangements, please contact Class Management or Hugo at Sopromar.

The cost of unloading (and loading) of the container, the launch of the GC32 (including
stepping the mast) as well as haul out after the regatta are covered by the OA. Any
additional craning needed before Tuesday 27th 18:00 has to be arranged with Sopromar
and is at the cost of the teams. Fee per crane movement € 150 (boat and mast). Any
craning after Tuesday 29th 18:00 is not permitted without permission of the OA (ENoR 14).

The craning out sequence of boats after the last race on Sunday will be arranged according
to container placement and logistics required. The Organising Authority will provide a
craning list accordingly. Craning will start straight after the last regatta. There will be no
craning during the period of the prize giving.

Departure day for boat and containers is the Tuesday 3rd of August 2021.

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8. FURTHER LOCATION INFORMATION
Parking at Marina de Lagos and at Sopromar
Parking is available in front of the Marina Club Hotel Lagos and the Sopromar boatyard.

Berthing at Marina de Lagos
The Organising Authority will provide an assigned berth for each boat at Marina de Lagos.
Mooring will be available from Monday 26th July. Please see the Marina front desk for the
GC32 mooring plan. If you need a mooring earlier contact the GC32 Class Managment.

Support boats / training before the regatta
Please read the special instructions in the Notice of Race (NoR) point 6. and the Event
Notice of Race (ENoR) point 13. applying to all support boats in Lagos.

Compressed Air Supply
For compressed Air Supply please check with Rodrigo Moreira Rato the Local Event
Coordinator. Rodrigo Phone: +351 933 51 14 74, Email: rodrigo.m.rato@gmail.com

Restaurants with discounts
Lazy Jacks Bar & Grill in the Marina of Lagos are happy to offer a 15% discount off the total
bill to the participating team of the GC32 Lagos Cup.
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9. COVID REGULATIONS AND PROTOCOL
General event protocol
All competitors, coaches, guests and accompanying persons shall always comply with
the Covid 19 regulations as stipulated by the OA.
In addition to the national Portuguese Covid rules and regulations (see next slide no
13) the following applies:
• At registration, all competitors must present a negative covid test (PCR carried out
     less then 72 hours before or Antigen test onsite at registration) or a valid
     vaccination certificate. Antigen tests will be available for free on site at registration.
• All coaches, guests, press, staff and accompanying persons must as well register
     with the OA during official registration time (Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th) or at
     their time of arrival and provide the same negative Covid test results as the
     competitors or a valid vaccinations certificate.
• Anybody joining the event later shall register at their arrival with the OA at the
     Race Office and provide same proof as above.

Covid 19 testing at the Marina
A Covid 19 test center for Antigen and PCR tests has been set up in a container just
behind the main building of the Marina de Lagos. Everybody with the GC32 Lagos Cup
receives a 20% discount on tests.

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9. COVID REGULATIONS AND PROTOCOL

The Portuguese government has been taking public health measures to protect the population as well as the
visitors. Latest update was made on the 12th of July. Measurers in force may be reviewed by the 25th of July.

    https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

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9. COVID REGULATIONS AND AND PROTOCOL
Covid Regulations at Sopromar and Marina Resort Lagos Hotel
Corresponding documentation about the Covid rules and regulations at the Marina de
Lagos, the Marina Resort Lagos Hotel and Sopromar are available on the Official Notice
Board (ONB) of the GC32 Racing Tour Website: http://www.gc32racingtour.com/onb/

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10. FURTHER TEAM INFORMATION
Opening of the event
The event will be opened on Wednesday 28th of July after the practice races at
18.30 in the GC32 Outdoor Lounge in the Marina with an Opening Aperitif.

Lunch and lunch packs
Lunch and lunch packs can be booked / ordered directly at the reception of
the Marina Club Resort Lagos. Please make your bookings and arrangements
with enough time in advance with Gisela Sàrrea. Phone: +351 282 790 600,
Email: gisela.sarrea@marinaclub.pt

Official Regatta Dinner
Due to the situation with pandemic, we will not be able to organise a regatta
dinner at this event.

Prize Giving
On Sunday 1st of August after racing at 17.00 the Prize Giving will be held at
GC32 Outdoor Lounge in the Marina.
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10. FURTHER TEAM INFORMATION
GC32 Racing Tour WhatsApp Group
In addition to the notices on the Official Notice Board (ONB) on the website
http://www.gc32racingtour.com/onb/ a WhatsApp group for registered
phone numbers will be used to communicate. Please register with Christian
Scherrer at +41 79 421 62 17.

Follow the racing: 2D Tracking / Live commentary
During the official regatta days, the racing can be followed live on the GC32
Racing Tour event website by 2D Tracking as well as live commentary.

See more information on press and social media on page 20 and further.

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11. GC32 LOUNGE AND HOSPITALITY
GC32 Outdoor Lounge
The GC32 Outdoor Lounge will be located in the Marina next to the Honor
Pontoon (Pontoon J) and will serve Morning Coffee at the Skippers Briefing and
Happy Hour Drinks after racing. To access the GC32 Lounge you will need to show
the event bracelet. Eight bracelets per team are included in your entry. For
additional members, the team bracelets can be purchased for the price of € 80 for
the duration of the event.
Everybody accessing the GC32 Outdoor Lounge will have to register prior with the
OA at the Race Office and provide their personal data and a negative covid test
(PCR carried out less then 72 hours before or Antigen test onsite at registration) or
a valid vaccination certificate. Antigen tests will be available for free on site at
registration.

GC32 Guest Hospitality
Our hospitality program for guests and sponsors will be organised by our local
partners and the Marina Club Lagos Resort. Please contact Rodrigo Moreira Rato
directly for further information.
Rodrigo Phone: +351 933511474, Email: rodrigo.m.rato@gmail.com

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11. GC32 LOUNGE AND HOSPITALITY
GC32 On Board Guest Hospitality
Like last year and as noted in the GC32 Racing Tour Notice of Race we will run
our On Board Guest Hospitality program for guests and sponsors if the
prevailing conditions are suitable. Numbers of spots will be shared between
the teams (50%) and GC32 Class (50%). Stephanie Nadin from the GC32 Class
will oversee the program. Stephanie will contact you before the event with
more information and to check also on your requirements.
All guests will have to register prior with Stephanie Nadin and provide their
personal data and a negative covid test (PCR carried out less then 72 hours
before or Antigen test onsite at registration) or a valid vaccination certificate.
Antigen tests will be available for free on site at registration.

Stephanie Nadin Email: stephanie@gc32racing.com Phone: +33 6 11 50 65 21

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12. PRESS INFORMATION
Press Accreditation
Any press attending the GC32 Lagos Cup must be accredited. Please contact Natasha
Elliott (natasha@gc32.org) and let her know if you have any media attending or require
press space as a team. Local press attending the event shall contact Rodrigo Moreira
Rato for accreditation (rodrigo.m.rato@gmail.com).

Official GC32 Racing Tour Website and social media channels
Website:     www.gc32racingtour.com
Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCoWHLa87vNKzkOL4_bVWlEg
Facebook: www.facebook.com/gc32racingtour
Instagram: www.instagram.com/gc32racingtour
Twitter:     www.twitter.com/GC32RacingTour

#gc32racingtour #gc32 #gc32class
@gc32racingtour @Marinepool @ForwardSailing @gacpindar @tractrac @gc32class
@camaramunicipaldelagos @tursimodoalgarve @lagossailing
@sopromarcentronatucio @ lagosmarina @clubdevelalagos @sonelhotels

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12. PRESS INFORMATION
Event Photography
Sailing Energy will be the 2021 GC32 Racing Tour photographers and will be present in
Lagos from the 28th of July onwards. Photos will be available on a photoshelter
account for press and teams. Photos are rights free for editorial usage but must be
credited: ‘©Sailing Energy/ GC32 Lagos Cup 2 2021‘. Additional rights for the usage of
the photos can be arranged with the GC32 Class Management and Sailing Energy.

Event Video Production
Icarus Sports manages the video production and distribution for the event. VNR’s,
daily highlights, short social features and an event wrap up video as well as the 26
minutes TV show will be produced and distributed.

Opening and prize giving
The event will be opened on Wednesday 28th of July after the practice races at 18.30
at the GC32 Outdoor Lounge in the Marina with an Opening Aperitif.
On Sunday 1st of August after racing at 17.00 the Prize Giving will be held at GC32
Outdoor Lounge in the Marina.

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13. CONTACTS
Rodrigo Moreira Rato                          Christian Scherrer
Local Event Coordinator                       GC32 Racing Tour Manager
rodrigo.m.rato@gmail.com                      christian@gc32racing.com
+351 933 511 474
                                              +41 79 421 62 17

Hugo Henriques
                                              Andi Drack
Logistics Coordinator
hugo@sopromar.com                             GC32 Racing Tour On Site Support
+ 351 963 488 610                             +43 676 5903 859

Martinho Fortunato                            Stephanie Nadin
Marina de Lagos Coordinator                   GC32 Hospitality Coordinator
mfortunato@marlagos.com
                                              stephanie@gc32racing.com
+351 282 770 210
                                              +33 6 11 50 65 21

Gisela Sarrea
Accommodation Manager Marina Club
gisela.sarrea@marinaclub.pt
+351 282 790 600

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14. IMPORTANT NUMBERS LAGOS
                   Ambulance / First aid                               118
                   European Emergency Number                           112

General Hospital   +351 282 770 100                  Fire department Lagos +351 282 770 790
                   Hospital Distrital de Lagos                             Rua dos Bombeiros
                                                                           Voluntários de Lagos
                   Rua do Castelo dos
                                                                           8600-577 Lagos
                   Governadores 14
                   8600-563 Lagos

Private Hospital   +351 282 430 400                  Marina de Lagos         +351 282 770 210
                                                                             Edifício da Administração
                   Hospital de São Gonçalo
                                                                             8600-315 Lagos
                   Av. Dom Sebastião 129                                     GPS - 37º06’27’’ N 8º40’26’’W
                   8600-502 Lagos                                            VHF Channel 9

Police Lagos       +351 282 780 240                   Sopromar               +351 282 763 889
                                                                             Estrada Sopromar 1
                   Sítio da Horta do Trigo, s/n
                                                                             8600-716 Lagos
                   8600-324 Lagos

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