FNB becomes title sponsor of Dusi Canoe Marathon 2016

Banking giant FNB has become the title sponsor of the Dusi Canoe Marathon, which is now called the FNB Dusi Canoe Marathon.

FNB have stepped upon their support for canoeing by successfully added their namesake to the biggest canoe event in Africa. The 65th edition of this iconic three day canoeing race from Pietermaritzburg to Durban will take place from 18 to 20 February 2016.

“FNB Business is proud to be the title sponsor of the oldest and biggest canoeing race in South Africa, which attracts men and women from every corner of the country,” says Preggie Pillay, KZN Provincial Head of FNB Business.

At last year’s event, FNB was an associate sponsor, providing climate controlled lounges at the overnight stops, which proved to be extremely popular with the contestants. “FNB proved last year that it understands this event and its participants, and showed a refreshing desire to add value to each paddler’s Dusi experience,” said Dusi Committee Chairman, Cameron McKenzie.

2016 will see the three day event from Pietermaritzburg to Durban being competed as a K2 championship event. Moreover, defending champions Andy Birkett (Euro Steel) and Sbonelo Khwela (Euro Steel/Red Bull) will not look to retain their title as partners, but each will compete for the overall race spoils with a new partner.

The FNB Dusi Canoe Marathon takes place from 18 to 20 February 2016.