IODA Selects Metasail as Tracking Provider for European and World Championship

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2024 Optimist World Championship

Mar del Plata, Argentina

2024 Optimist European Championship

Club Nautico Marina de Carrara, Italy

During the mid-year meeting, the International Optimist Dinghy Association (IODA) has made the decision to appoint Metasail as the official tracking provider for both the European Championship and the World Championship events.

This strategic decision has been made with two primary objectives in mind. Firstly, it aims to address the demands of our members by providing a  tracking system that enhances the overall experience of participants, coaches and parents. Secondly, it seeks to streamline logistics for event organizers by introducing a system with long-lasting batteries, eliminating the need for on-site support personnel throughout the duration of the championships.

One of the exciting new features introduced by Metasail is the incorporation of a system that enables parents and coaches to receive automatic updates via WhatsApp. These updates will include information such as the start of the race, the participant's ranking position, distance in meters at the start, details of marks, and the finish of any selected participant.

Nicolas Antonelli, Project Manager at Metasail, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "Metasail and our entire team are honored to collaborate with IODA in tracking their most prestigious regattas. Our mission is to enhance the accessibility of sailing races to the public and provide modern analytical tools to organizers, sailors, coaches, parents, and sailing enthusiasts. We firmly believe in the power of innovation to elevate the visibility of Optimist races and create opportunities for all enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of sailing. We look forward to seeing you soon in Marina di Carrara!"