Dublin Bay Sailing Club (DBSC) welcomed the newest addition to its fleet as the white-hulled catamaran, 'Corinthian,' was officially named in a special ceremony held at the National Yacht Club on Dun Laoghaire's East Pier.
The naming ceremony took place before the final race of the AIB DBSC Summer season began.
This new vessel, which arrived in July, marks a significant milestone as it arrived during the club's 140th anniversary year, signifying a new chapter in the club's rich history of providing year-round fixtures for a fleet of over 200 racing yachts on the capital's waters.
New Committee Vessel 'Corinthian,' was officially named in a special ceremony held alongside at the National Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire Photo: Michael Chester
DBSC Commodore Ed Totterdell commended the club team's exceptional effort in designing, specifying, and building the purpose-built catamaran. He expressed his pride in Corinthian, stating, "I believe Corinthian is the finest committee boat in the bay, if not the entire island. Not only that, but she came in on budget!"
Supporters, well-wishers, and sponsors gathered to celebrate the launch of Corinthian ahead of 2024's final Thursday night race Photo: Michael Chester
The vessel, following in the wake of its predecessors, Freebird and MacLir, is expected to continue the tradition of delivering world-class racing, with Lady Commodore Dara Totterdell blessing 'Corinthian' by smashing a bottle of champagne on its bow during the naming ceremony.
Following a seafaring tradition DBSC Lady Commodore Dara Totterdell blessed 'Corinthian' by smashing a bottle of champagne on its bow Photo: Michael Chester
Supporters, well-wishers, and sponsors gathered to celebrate the launch, expressing their enthusiasm for the arrival of the new vessel, which is set to play a crucial role in many races to come.
