The Ocean Race

Volvo Cars is proud to continue its 25-year partnership with The Ocean Race, one of the ultimate challenges in ocean racing. We’re committed to protecting people and planet. Leaving lighter footprints. Giving something back. Building electrified cars for the road ahead. We owe it to the ocean.

We have so much to thank the ocean for. But we also owe it a lot in return.

A woman stands beside a Volvo car, gazing at the ocean horizon during sunset. Symbolizing Volvo’s commitment to ocean health and its partnership with The Ocean Race.

Our ambition

To create a bigger voice for ocean health and ocean rights. 

In 2024 we extended the partnership with The Ocean Race, with focus on our joint mission on ocean health. We aim to work together to help further scale global efforts to restore and protect important maritime ecosystems and use the power of sport and people to inspire and advocate for change that results in a healthier ocean.

The ultimate ocean marathon

The Ocean Race is often described as the longest and toughest professional sporting event in the world. The concept is simple: a round-the-clock pursuit of competitive edge and the ultimate ocean marathon, pitting the sport’s best sailors against each other across the world’s toughest waters.

A high performance sailboat racing through open ocean waters under dramatic skies, featuring The Ocean Race branding.

The Ocean Race 2025

  • A high performance sailboat racing through open ocean waters under dramatic skies, featuring The Ocean Race branding.
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  • Fleet of high-performance sailboats racing along a coastal city backdrop during The Ocean Race.
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  • Crowds gather along a marina lined with Ocean Race sailboats, celebrating the event.
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  • The seaexplorer racing yacht cuts through powerful ocean waves at high speed during The Ocean Race.
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  • Two sailors in waterproof gear navigate rough seas aboard a racing yacht during The Ocean Race.
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  • Fleet of racing yachts competing in The Ocean Race, sailing closely across open waters.
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The Ocean Race Europe 2025

The Ocean Race Europe is underway between August 6th and September 21st. Our pop-up Volvo Studios in select European stopover cities will offer experiential games, activities for the whole family, and fully-electric vehicles with optional test drives. Join us at the Ocean Live Parks to discover our exhibits and learn about our sustainability ambitions.

Learn more about the race
Map of The Ocean Race 2025 route across Europe, highlighting key stops.
The Spinnaker Tower rising above the waterfront in Portsmouth, UK, with sailboats docked in the marina

Portsmouth, UK

Portsmouth has deep ties to the race, serving as the start and finish port in 1973 when the Whitbread Round the World Race (now The Ocean Race, formerly Volvo Ocean Race) was born. The city has remained a frequent host throughout the race's history.


This time, the Ocean Live Park will welcome visitors with family activities, engaging and educational ocean health activities and content and activations showcasing the extraordinary achievements of the sailors and teams in the Race.

The Ocean Live Park will be open from August 14 to 17, with leg 2 starting in Cowes following a parade of sail from Portsmouth. Visitors to the Volvo Studio will be invited to explore our latest electric models – the EX90 and EX30.

Join us at the Volvo Studio on Saturday afternoon, 16th August, for an inspiring panel talk hosted by Scientist, Filmmaker, Wildlife host and Volvo Car UK ambassador, Lizzie Daly, alongside special guests. Dive into a passionate conversation about the ocean, its protection, the power of partnerships, sustainable technology, and innovation. Don’t miss this free event - we would love to see you there.

Studio opening hours

Thursday 14th August: 12:00 – 19:00 Friday 15th – 17th August: 10:00 – 19:00

The Volvo Studio will be located within the Waterfront area of Gunwharf Quays, just along from the Spinnaker Tower.

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