Friday 23rd May 2025
We’re proud to announce that Prolift Handling is an official sponsor of the Squib Irish Championships 2025, set to take place from June 6–8, 2025, at the Lough Derg Yacht Club (LDYC) in Dromineer, Co. Tipperary. This nationally recognised regatta brings together the best of Irish sailing talent in a spectacular weekend of racing, community, and competition.
Celebrated National Event on Lough Derg
The Squib Irish Championships is a highlight of the Irish sailing calendar, featuring high-calibre racing from members of the National Squib Class. The race area is set in the picturesque waters south of the Corrikeen Islands, between Dromineer Bay in Co. Tipperary and Dromaan in Co. Clare. Known for its scenic beauty and steady sailing conditions, this location provides the perfect setting for tactical, windward-leeward race formats across the three-day event.
Our Role: More Than Just Sponsorship
Prolift Handling’s involvement goes beyond financial support. We are actively contributing to the operational success of the event by supplying cranes and other lifting equipment that will be used to lift and launch participating boats before and after each day’s racing. Our equipment and technical support will help ensure that all launching and recovery operations are carried out safely, smoothly, and efficiently—an essential service for an event of this scale.
Here’s a quick look at what’s in store:
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Eight scheduled races over three days
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Boat inspections and launching beginning on Thursday, June 5th
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First warning signal at 17:25 on Friday, June 6th
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Daily races on Saturday and Sunday
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Prizegiving ceremony on Sunday afternoon at LDYC
Prizes will be awarded in various categories including Overall Winners, Silver Fleet, Under-18 Helms, Overseas Competitors, and the Hunter Class.
Shared Values in Performance and Precision
The championship reflects many of the same values we hold at Prolift Handling—precision, safety, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. Whether on the water or in the workplace, these principles guide our approach to delivering lifting and material handling solutions throughout Ireland.
By sponsoring this event and contributing our equipment, we’re not only supporting a key sporting fixture, but also helping to foster a culture of technical skill and community in Irish sailing.