the world record for circling the globe
60 days 23 hours 49 mins

what is earthrace?

In June 2008, the amazing Earthrace vessel set a new world record for a powerboat to circle the globe, and she did this with 100% renewable biodiesel fuel, and a net zero carbon footprint.  The voyage was over 24,000 nautical miles, and took 60 days, 23 hours and 49 minutes, smashing the old reocrd by over two weeks. 

earthrace promotional tour

Earthrace is currently running promotions across the Pacific, and after this she will be touring Australia (Dec - Jan 2009) and New Zealand (Feb - Jun 2009).  The aim of these tours is to connect with people , and encourage debate and understanding about biofuels, carbon footprints, and the many other aspcts that affect our environmental footprint. They are also a chance for people to check out the coolest boat in thew world, and to chat with us about our adventures, some of them amazing, and some absolutely terrifying. 

volunteer crew wanted

Earthrace is looking for volunteer crew to join the boat for the Australian promotional tour in December 08 and January 09.  Good communication skills required.  Contact emily@earthrace.net

latest tour dates

5-7 Jan         Gosford (Iguana Joes)                              10am - 6pm

8-9 Jan         Sydney (Manly Wharf)

10 Jan          Sydney (Darling Harbour)

11-12 Jan    Sydney (Circular Quay)

13 Jan         Sydney (Darling Harbour)

14-15 Jan   Ulladulla

earthrace for sale

Would you like to own the coolest boat in the world?  For US$1.5 million, she's yours!  Contact pete@earthrace.net

media interviews with Pete Bethune

Earthrace skipper Pete Bethune can be rached for interviews on email

pictures and broadcast footage

Broadcast footage is available from our FTP site.  For access to broll, please email news@earthrace.net for login details and then acess by clicking here.

Copyright free Hi res images are also availalbe here