Caribbean Sailing Association AGM 2025 Highlights
CSA AGM 2025 in St. Maarten brings sailing leaders together to advance regattas, youth sailing, and regional collaboration.
Regional Leaders Unite in St. Maarten
Top sailing talent from across the Caribbean and beyond gathered both in person and online from June 25 to 28 in St. Maarten for the annual meeting of the Caribbean Sailing Association. The event combined the CSA Annual General Meeting (AGM) with the Regatta Organizers Conference, bringing together regatta directors, sailing clubs, and industry experts focused on advancing the sport throughout the region.
Innovation and Collaboration Take Center Stage
A key feature of the conference was a series of presentations from leading voices in the sailing world. Topics ranged from race management technology and environmental stewardship to marketing strategies for regattas.
A newly introduced data analysis tool also drew attention, offering CSA members deeper insight into their markets and helping organizers better understand participation trends and audience engagement.
Presenters included:
- Damian Foxall and Meg O’Reilly of the Marine Mammal Advisory Group
- Professional sailors Peter Holmberg and Anthony Kotoun
- Royal Ocean Racing Club and other industry partners
A Unified Vision for Caribbean Sailing
“Our annual conference has been an inspiring meeting of minds and passions,” said Bastien Pouthier, who was re-elected during the AGM.
He emphasized a shared commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability, noting that new regional marketing initiatives will roll out to enhance the visibility and quality of Caribbean regattas.
Looking Ahead: Calendar and Youth Development
The conference concluded with agreement on a region-wide International 5 Calendar, designed to attract both local sailors and international competitors.
Additionally, organizers committed to developing a coordinated regional dinghy sailing calendar aimed at increasing youth participation and strengthening the pipeline of Caribbean sailing talent.
What This Means for Caribbean Sailing
- Stronger collaboration across regional regattas
- Improved marketing and data-driven decision-making
- Expanded opportunities for youth sailors
- Continued focus on sustainability and marine stewardship
For more information, visit Caribbean Sailing Association.
Carol Bareuther has written for ALL AT SEA since 2004.
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