Launching their 2022 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge bid at the Southampton International Boat Show, team ‘In Our Element’ are now in the throes of training and had the excitement of flying out to La Gomera in December to wave off the 2021 teams.

With these teams now crossing the finish line, Hollie Luff, Mike Hatch, Elliot Holman, and Rachel Lasham (all long-time friends and colleagues at Premier Marinas) are realising how momentous this challenge is, especially with less than a year to go!

Join us on Thursday, February 17th at 7pm as we sit down with them to learn more about their inspiration and thoughts on the mental strength required to complete one of the world's most difficult endurance races.

• Introduction and aspirations for the upcoming race

• Preparation – mentally and physically

• Motivation and inspiration – ocean pollution

• Preparation – boat and equipment

• Q&A

Joining forces with The University of Portsmouth’s Centre for Enzyme Innovation, the team are raising awareness and funds for its pioneering research programme which could revolutionise plastic use and help reduce the scourge of ocean plastic pollution.

Professor John McGeehan from the Centre will join the talk to discuss the progress they are making in helping to solve the worldwide crisis with the support of their new laboratory facilities, as well as some potentially significant news around a partnership with a well-known fizzy soft drink provider.