America’s Cup Bermuda is run by a small staff of ten people and more than a dozen committees. Each committee is charged with addressing Bermuda’s responsibilities for the 35th America’s Cup. This is made possible thanks to the dozens of volunteers who work in relevant fields, along with technical officers from key departments of the Bermuda Government. Each committee also has a representative from the ACBDA and the America’s Cup Event Authority.

Here is a breakdown of the committees and what they are tasked with.

Communications

Co-chairman: Victoria Isley and Michael DeCouto

To keep the public informed and updated on all America’s Cup activity and events as they relate to Bermuda and its people.

Health and Safety

Chairman: Dr Joseph Froncioni

To address all aspects of medical service coverage plans (medical, first aid, evacuation and clinical) required for the America’s Cup events including public safety on land and water in addition to medical and personnel and assets for race support.

Hotel Capacity

Chairwoman: Victoria Isley

To maximise the accommodation options available to visitors for the period of the AC35.

Infrastructure

Chairman: Denton Williams

To assess, plan and deliver the required elements of physical infrastructure at the America’s Cup Village. To include but not be limited to: sewage, fresh water, grey water, electricity, alternative energy, trash collection, telephone, pest Control.

Legacy and Sustainability

Chairman: Garry Madeiros

To ensure the America’s Cup is a sustainable event in terms of economic development, social development and environmental protection and to ensure that a long-lasting and positive legacy is created for Bermuda.

On Water Operations

Chairman: Tom Miller

To provide comprehensive on water marshalling of the public and VIP spectator vessels outside of the Race Box Area and to ensure an enjoyable and safe viewing experience for spectators.

Regatta Support

Chairman: Andy Cox

To provide support and race management resources to America’s Cup Race Management. Key responsibility is to provide the “race box” by positioning race markers, start and finish gates, and race management assets inside the race box.

Security

Chairman: William White

To plan and coordinate all aspects of security on land and water for AC35, including public and private entities both local and international.

South Basin Reclamation Works

Co-chairs: Mike Winfield & Peter Durhager

To deliver the foundation on which the America’s Cup Event Village will be built on Cross Island in the South Basin in Dockyard, including the removal of buildings, foundation preparation for team bases and the South Basin infill project.

Sponsorship

Chairman: Peter Durhager

To maximise sponsorship opportunities to assist in; reducing the Bermuda Government’s sponsorship guarantee; reducing the cost to Bermuda of hosting AC35; creating lasting legacy opportunities from AC35.

Superyachts

Chairman: Mark Soares

To analyse the current status of the superyacht industry in Bermuda and recommend policy and infrastructure improvements that will make Bermuda a more competitive destination during the America’s Cup and beyond.

Telecommunications and Technology

Chairwoman: Fiona Beck

To address all aspects of telecommunications and ensure the Island’s infrastructure is adequate for all America’s Cup requirements.

Transport

Chairman: Brian Gonsalves

The delivery of a comprehensive Transportation Plan ensuring adequate transport infrastructure for land, sea and air traffic during the America’s Cup events.