Haiti Earthquake - Cycle to Cannes fundraisers to support reconstruction
Article 25 are one of the core charities supported by Cycle to Cannes and will be offering their support in the rebuilding of Haiti once the reconstruction process begins.
The 7.0-magnitude quake, Haiti's worst in two centuries, struck at 16:53 local time on Tuesday, January 12th, just 15km (10 miles) south-west of the capital Port-au-Prince. Tens of thousands are feared dead with up to three million affected and tens of thousands of buildings destroyed.
After the immediate chaos and confusion of this natural disaster, the importance of built environment expertise in the reconstruction effort will play a vital role in the coming months.
With much of the death caused by the collapse of buildings, the recovery process is an opportunity to build back better: built environment skills should play a crucial role in safe guarding lives by designing seismically resistant buildings that reduce the risk of death in future disasters. Carefully designed and executed reconstruction of safer structures will offer some security to those that have lost loved ones, homes and livelihoods in the latest tragedy to befall Haiti.
Article 25 saw the value of applying intelligent building expertise firsthand in their work delivering seismically resistant housing following the 2005 earthquake in Pakistan.
Article 25 is monitoring the international response effort, examining the best way to coordinate with key agencies and channel built environment skills into the reconstruction phase to come.
Supporting Cycle to Cannes is one way of helping build a safer and better prepared Haiti for the future. Over the last 4 years Cycle to Cannes have donated over £122,000 to Article 25.
Aedas Cycle to Cannes Launches 2010 Programme
Aedas Architects Ltd has teamed with Cycle to Cannes (C2C) to launch The Aedas Cycle to Cannes programme for 2010. The 6-day, 1500 km cycling endurance event brings together the property industry with the aim to increase contributions and awareness to five core charities: LandAid, Tom's Trust, Sarah Matheson Trust, Article 25 and The Duke of Edinburgh's Award.
As a leader in sustainable architectural design initiatives, Aedas has teamed with C2C to leverage a series of highly sustainable events that will promote cycling and sustainable forms of transport. C2C which promotes London businesses at the 2010 MIPIM property conference, will be the first event, with subsequent rides supporting the 2010 British Council of Offices and the 2012 Olympics in London. The practice hopes to help C2C grow at an international level and to develop the rides for the property industry.
The ride, which started in 2006 with just 17 riders, has grown to more than 60 riders who have raised nearly £750,000 for charities. Funded by the generosity of the property industry, The Aedas Cycle to Cannes event hopes to increase donations and have set a goal of £900,000 by the end of 2010. Aedas’ Associate Director John Nordon notes “we are delighted to be a part of such a worthwhile cause and hope to exceed all expectations.”
C2C Nick Hanmer notes “it is a lifetime experience – the pro style backup and support means this is the closest an amateur rider will get to feeling and riding like a professional.” After completing the ride, cyclists – all professionals in development, architecture or planning - change their lycra for their business suits and take part in the MIPIM Property Fair.
Modular Lighting sign up as a team sponsor for a second year
Cycle to Cannes are delighted to be joined once again by Modular Lighting as a team sponsor. Ulysse Dormoy, UK Managing Director said “As a sponsor in 2009 we benefitted from a huge variety and quantity of exposure… through extensive industry press coverage in the build up to, during and after MIPIM. We wanted to build on this and being part of Cycle to Cannes 2010 is the perfect way to do this.” Modular Lighting are a leading producer and distributor of high-end architectural design lighting and Ulysse Dormoy will again be braving the elements and cycling to MIPIM.
Cycle to Cannes moves up a gear with Condor
London based cycle shop and bike manufacturer Condor have teamed up with Cycle to Cannes to offer an unrivalled discount package for C2C members. You can get a whopping 12.5% of accessories and 10% off bikes for those signed up to the new membership scheme. Highly regarded throughout the UK, Condor recently celebrated their 60th anniversary. The family run business is firmly established on the principles of exceptional customer service with their bikes and accessories offering the latest technological advances.
Renault Eco2 join ride to Cannes
The Cycle to Cannes support team will once again be backed up by vehicles from French motoring giant Renault. Renault UK's PR Manager Mandy Hopkins said, "Renault UK is delighted to support Cycle to Cannes with its range of low emission Eco2 models. Renault's sporting history within cycling is world famous and the company is proud to be associated with such an impressive undertaking - combining gruelling hard work with a lot of fun - for an excellent cause." Nick Hanmer, Chief Executive of Cycle to Cannes said, "We are delighted Renault UK are once again supporting Cycle to Cannes. We are especially delighted to showcase the new Eco2 range of models. The vehicles being supplied are extremely versatile and will ensure our support crew are able to carry out a wide range of services to keep the ride moving smoothly over its 1500km route."
The Economic Cycle Challenge
Cycle to Cannes and Modular Lighting present the first of four Rollapaluza evenings with The Economic Cycle Challenge - every pun intended! Two cyclists battle it out on a pair of custom rollers connected to a huge dial over a simulated 500m at speeds in excess of 50mph.
Even if you don't get on a bike, cheering on your colleagues and real estate industry rivals will still give you a huge buzz as well as of course the chance to do a bit of networking while having a well deserved drink.
Dates for your diary:
17th September 2009 - Launch of C2C 2010 & Rollapaluza
14th January 2010
15th April 2010
17th June 2010
