The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) marks a major milestone this year as World Cruising Club celebrates the 40th edition of its world-famous transatlantic rally. To commemorate the occasion, the organization is introducing two new media platforms—ARC Live and ARC Radio—that will connect sailors, families, and fans across the globe.
ARC Radio is a dedicated digital station that will broadcast 24/7, offering a mix of music, event updates, and interviews with participants from more than 30 countries. ARC Live will complement the radio coverage with daily video programming streamed on Facebook and YouTube, featuring 60- to 90-minute broadcasts from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in the days leading up to the start. Viewers can expect behind-the-scenes footage, safety briefings, and highlights from the rally’s popular social events.
This year, approximately 900 sailors will take part in the iconic crossing from Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, to Saint Lucia. The new platforms aim to capture not just the race itself, but also the camaraderie, preparation, and adventure that define the ARC experience.
“ARC Live and ARC Radio will make this iconic sailing event available to a global audience,” said Paul Tetlow, Managing Director of World Cruising Club. “By broadcasting the excitement and sailor stories from Las Palmas to viewers and listeners around the world, we’ll inform and inspire people and recognize the huge achievements and ambitions of our participants.”
Tetlow noted that the new initiatives will bring to life the personal stories behind the ARC—highlighting the motivations, challenges, and triumphs of participants from all walks of life. “It’s incredible to see how far the ARC has come over the past 40 years,” he said. “What started as an idea has grown into a global sailing community, bringing together thousands of boats and tens of thousands of people with a shared spirit of adventure.”
ARC Radio will begin broadcasting on November 10, with live “breakfast,” “lunchtime,” and “sundowner” shows beginning November 17 from the ARC village. ARC Live will start daily streaming on November 18, leading up to the much-anticipated start of the rally on November 23, when both platforms will provide real-time coverage.For live coverage and updates, visit World Cruising Club’s website.
