Retired police officer to join Alan Priddy's Team Britannia crew
Retired police officer Alan Savage will join the crew of Team Britannia, led by Portsmouth ocean racing legend Alan Priddy.
The 46-year-old has joined the crew which is hoping to use an eco-boat to sail around the world and beat the current record of 60 days, 23 hours and 49 minutes.
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Hide AdMr Priddy said: ‘We are delighted to welcome Alan to the crew. After meeting Alan 14 years ago, I knew that he lives and breathes boats.
‘His nautical experience and passion will bring a real bonus to our stellar team.’
Alan, who comes from Northern Ireland, will be an assistant bosun during the record attempt. It follows a history of boating including being a volunteer lifeboat crew member and being part of the management committee of a harbour action group.
Alan said: ‘After hearing Alan speak about his previous attempt some years ago, his story lit the touch paper of my ambition to join him on his next attempt.
‘I’m a quite driven person with a passion for being on the water so being part of Team Britannia fulfils a personal ambition to be part of the team that will bring the world record back to the UK.’