Milan – The J/70 Italian Class is looking to the future with continuity and renewed commitment. During the General Assembly held yesterday afternoon, the association’s leadership was re-elected ahead of schedule for the 2027–2029 term, with Federico Siragna confirmed as President and Massimo Rama and Manfredo Toninelli re-elected as members of the Board of Directors.

This decision reflects the owners’ confidence in the work carried out and in the direction taken by the J/70 Italian Class, which is set to continue its path of growth and consolidation at both national and international level.

“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all our members for once again placing their trust in us,” commented President Federico Siragna. “Being re-elected six months ahead of the natural end of our current mandate, during an extraordinary General Assembly called to approve several amendments to the Class Constitution and, at the same time, endorse the Board’s management and the direction pursued, will allow us to continue our valuable planning work and strive to secure further major international events, with the 2029 European Championship as one of our key ambitions. It is also an important incentive to carry on with the work we have undertaken, together with the Board of Directors and with the invaluable contribution of our Class Manager, Giulia Albuzio, her right-hand man, Nicolò Gaddì, and communication manager Mauro Melandri. The results achieved by the J/70 Italian Class speak for themselves and are the outcome of a shared commitment and the cooperation of our entire community, whom I would like to thank for their support and involvement over the years.”

As highlighted by Federico Siragna, the new mandate opens up particularly exciting prospects. The 2027–2029 period will feature major events for the J/70 Italian Class, including the Mixed Plus World Championship, scheduled to take place in the Gulf of Naples in April 2027, and the J/70 World Championship 2028, set to be hosted in Porto Cervo. Alongside these events, the Class aims to submit an Italian bid to host the 2029 J/70 European Championship.

Three important years lie ahead, during which the J/70 Italian Class intends to continue investing in the development of its national circuit, including the creation of new racing formats, the promotion of one-design sailing and its ability to attract teams from all over the world to Italy, further strengthening the leading position it has established on the international sailing scene.

A journey that will continue to be driven by cooperation, participation and the passion shared by owners, crews and sailing clubs, with the aim of embracing new challenges and continuing to grow the J/70 community.