470 Class launches new website
With a focus on presenting the 470 sailors, the launch version of www.470.org is the first stage of implementation of the new website. Featuring a vibrant design to reflect the 'blue' environment in which we sail and the environmentally friendly “green” profile of sailing, the website has new content, significant layout updates and innovative functionality.
External media, such as video, social networks and photos are integrated into the site to give a cohesive experience for the user and to avoid having to jump between different web platforms.
The home page provides a simple navigation structure and highlights the latest information from the world of 470 Sailing, including current news, results, photos, video and rankings data, profiles sailors through their 'This Week's Hero' feature and a subscriber sign-up for their new monthly newsletter 470 E-Times. The Events Calendar provides enhanced event location information and a new online entry system has been introduced for the 470 Championships.
The 470s will feature at Perth 2011 and at the 2012 London Olympic Games Sailing Competition.