London Business School yacht takes centre stage in Channel 10 Fremantle coverage
LBS yacht shines in Fremantle as part of Clipper Round the World Race
London Business School’s entry in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race made a striking appearance this week, featuring prominently in Channel 10’s evening news report from Fremantle, Western Australia.
The broadcast included extensive footage of Team London Business School, underlining the strong presence and performance of the School’s inaugural racing team as it continues its global circumnavigation. The LBS yacht, one of the 70-foot race boats tackling more than 40,000 nautical miles, stood out in the Fremantle vision, its distinctive branding catching the attention of local and international audiences alike.
London Business School joined the Clipper Race this season as a Team and Education Partner, becoming the first academic institution to field a full team in the event’s 25-year history. The partnership aligns with the School’s focus on leadership, resilience and experiential learning, immersing participants in a uniquely demanding environment that tests decision-making under pressure.
The Channel 10 segment highlighted the arrival of the fleet in Fremantle, an important stopover on the race route. With Team LBS featuring heavily in the package, the report underscored the School’s growing visibility within one of the world’s most challenging endurance events.
Despite facing early hurdles, including a medical diversion and recent crew changes, Team London Business School has remained competitive while demonstrating calm, adaptable leadership at sea. The Fremantle coverage reflects both the team’s strong progress and the compelling story behind LBS’s entry: global ambition, real-world challenge and a commitment to developing leaders through experience.
As the fleet prepares for the next leg of its journey, Team LBS continues to embody the spirit that unites the race and the School: teamwork, grit and the pursuit of excellence on a truly global stage.