Code Zero Named Official Clothing and Apparel Partner of the 2027 HONG KONG Dragon World Championship
Hong Kong, 23 March 2026
The Organising Committee of the 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship is proud to announce that CODE ZERO, the Dutch nautical lifestyle brand, has been appointed as the Official Clothing and Apparel Partner of this year's World Championship, to be held in Hong Kong.
Far more than a conventional sponsorship arrangement, this partnership represents a genuine convergence of competitive ambition, sailing heritage and shared passion for the Dragon class. Code Zero founder Marc Blees is himself an accomplished international Dragon sailor with over two decades of experience in the class and he will line up on the start line in Hong Kong with a formidable crew, racing for the world title alongside the very competitors his brand will dress.
It is a rare thing in sport for a sponsor to put themselves directly in the arena. At the 2027 Dragon Worlds, Code Zero will not only outfit the event but compete in it, embodying the brand's founding philosophy that the best sailing apparel is designed by the people who actually race.
The partnership between Code Zero and the 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship reflects a shared commitment to the spirit of the class. The International Dragon is one of the most storied one-design keelboats in the world, attracting world-class sailors who value close tactical racing, craftsmanship, and tradition. Code Zero's own DNA mirrors these values. In Marc Blees, the Dragon fleet welcomes not a distant corporate backer but a fellow competitor, someone who understands the preparation, the pressure of the start line, and the singular thrill of racing a Dragon in championship conditions.
"We are delighted to welcome Code Zero as our Official Clothing and Apparel Partner," said Abraham van Olphen, Chairman of the Organising Committee. "This is a partnership with real meaning. Marc Blees knows the Dragon class from the inside and his commitment to competing here in Hong Kong underscores the authenticity of Code Zero's involvement. It is exactly the kind of partnership that elevates a World Championship."
Blees and his crew will contest the full championship programme in Hong Kong, adding a compelling storyline to what promises to be a fiercely competitive regatta in one of the world's most spectacular sailing venues.
“The Dragon Class is about precision, teamwork, and tradition, but it’s also fiercely competitive,” said Marc Blees, Founder of Code Zero “I’m proud to support the 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship as Official Clothing and Apparel Partner, and I’m equally excited to race in Hong Kong with a team that’s coming to win.”
About Code Zero
Code Zero is a Dutch nautical lifestyle brand founded in 2017 by international racing sailor Marc Blees. Designed and endorsed by professional sailors, Code Zero combines high-performance functionality with contemporary style. The brand has rapidly established itself as an official clothing supplier and sponsor of premier international yacht races and sailing events. For more information, visit www.code-zero.com.
For the 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship, Code Zero will outfit the participants with nautical apparel designed for dockside and race week demands, bringing a consistent, professional look while maintaining practical, performance-led design.
“The Dragon Class is about precision, teamwork, and tradition, but it’s also fiercely competitive,” said Marc Blees, Founder of Code Zero “I’m proud to support the 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship as Official Clothing and Apparel Partner, and I’m equally excited to race in Hong Kong with a team that’s coming to win.”