On a mission to be the youngest team ever to win an around the world race, Ocean Globe Race 2027
UK / Other European port- Cape Town – Australia / New Zealand – Punta Del Este
Momentum – Future Onboard aims to give the next generation the opportunity to take on one of the toughest challenges in the world. We want to show what young people can achieve by believing in themselves, setting a goal, and working hard to reach it.
Our mission is to become the youngest team ever to win an around-the-world race with an international all-U30 crew. We are working to restore the Spirit of Helsinki to its Fazer Finland-era racing condition.
The project represents the necessity of an international mindset for success. In today’s world, collaboration across borders is essential, and Momentum will be a prime example of how adaptability and teamwork are key to achieving success – both in and beyond the race.
Momentum isn’t just about competing in the Ocean Globe Race 2027—it’s about making a real impact. That’s why we are committed to raising awareness of the vulnerable state of the Baltic Sea while also raising 270,000 € for the John Nurminen Foundation. This means 10 € for every mile sailed in the 27,000-nautical-mile endurance race. In 2027, there will be two races – one around the world, and one for the Baltic Sea!
SKIPPER – AARO IMMONEN
Aaro is a 23-years old passionate offshore sailor and he eagerly works to get the next generation to be involved in the scene.
He started competitive sailing in the Optimist dinghies at the age of 11 and has sailed ever since different yachts from 100-year-old classics to modern ocean racers.
He has been working in the industry since 2021 and was the second mate onboard Spirit of Helsinki during the OGR 2023 finishing second overall.
Aaro was awarded the offshore sailor of the year in Finland 2024.
Four months after finishing the Ocean Globe Race, I realized how much I was missing being at sea and the preparation of a project of such a magnitude. I decided that I needed to put up a campaign for the next OGR or else I would regret it for the rest of my life!
Thus, Momentum – Future onboard was born.
– Aaro Immonen
Saving the Baltic Sea together for the next generation with the John Nurminen Foundation
We are involved in saving the Baltic Sea and its heritage together with the John Nurminen Foundation! The foundation implements effective and concrete actions to protect the Baltic Sea and ensures that the stories of the sea are passed on to future generations.
