The ‘2041’ is a 67-foot steel-frame pleasure craft built in 1990 to race the wrong way around the world as part of the Global Challenge. She’s registered in Castletown, England, but her home port for the Voyage for Cleaner Energy is San Francisco, California, USA. She is incredibly sea-worthy and maintains a cruising speed of 7.5 knots.
Robert Swan acquired the yacht in 1994. He christened the boat ‘2041’ in recognition of the 50-year anniversary of the year the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty was signed and the year in which the protocol is subject to renegotiation. This agreement prevents development on Earth’s last remaining unspoiled continent and provides for the protection of the Antarctic environment as a wilderness area. The contract among 27 nations currently prohibits all but scientific activities relating to mineral resources.
Under Robert’s watch, the ‘2041’ has circumnavigated Africa and sailed to Antarctica, Rio de Janeiro, England, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, and San Diego, racking up 60,000 nautical miles. During that time, the boat has been through a series of refits to keep her updated and safe. Most recently, she has been fitted with scores of eco-friendly features.
The crew on board the ‘2041’ for Phase III of the Voyage for Cleaner Energy consists of:
- Conor Fogerty, Captain
- Chris Green, 1st Mate
- Derek O’Donoghue, Crew
- Harry McCormack, Crew
- Lisa Gaughran, Crew/Nurse
- Jake Barrett, Crew/Jack of all Trades
