Green Buildings Regatta 2023: Signify emerges as the big winner

The winners of the number one sailing event of the year have been announced! On Friday 15 September, the Green Buildings Regatta took place in Enkhuizen, with Signify emerging as the big winner. Smart Workplace and Sodexo were 2nd and 3rd.

Mayor of Enkhuizen fired the starting gun

It was a particularly exciting race again this year, with 17 boats and some 200 participants competing for the coveted title of Green Buildings Regatta champion. The starting gun was fired this year by Eduard van Zuijlen, Mayor of Enkhuizen, who proudly welcomed the Green Buildings Regatta to picturesque Enkhuizen.

Wind dip did not spoil the fun

In the morning, the teams had the opportunity to hone their technique during a practice race. The sun was shining, the sky was blue and there was plenty of wind. “We had a wind dip for a while, but fortunately we were still able to sail a third race,” according to the race director.

Signify the big winner of the Green Buildings Regatta

After a sunny day on the water, Signify received the coveted Green Buildings Regatta trophy with their boat named ONYX. Smart Workplace followed them in second place with their boat ‘Flyer’. Third place was taken by Sodexo, with their boat ‘Miesje’.

Green Buildings Regatta: much more than just a sailing event

Bram Adema of CFP Green Buildings stressed the importance of such events to raise awareness of sustainability and encourage collaboration in the sector. “The Green Buildings Regatta is not only about sailing, but also about strengthening our collective commitment to a greener future,” he says.

Want to know more about the Green Buildings Regatta? Watch the aftermovie and photos of the day here. Or read all about the Green Buildings Regatta here.