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Very many thanks to our corporate sponsors without whom Channel Eagle could not have happened.
QinetiQ is a leading international defence and security technology company. We develop innovative technology-based solutions and products and provide technology-rich support services for major government organisations, such as the UK MOD and the US DoD,and for commercial customers around the world.
GDUK is the Prime Contractor and Systems Integrator for Bowman, the tactical C4I system for the British armed forces. Bowman delivers a step change in capability over the Clansman family of radios through its security, data capability, reliability and resilience against Electronic warfare (EW) attack.
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica's company, is a provider of total capability solutions in the vertical lift markets. Through its rotorcraft systems design, development, production and integration capabilities, its experience in the training business and its customer focused Integrated Operational Support solutions, the Company delivers unrivalled mission capability to military and commercial operators around the world.
ESRI (UK) helps businesses become more profitable and public service more efficient through the better use of geographic information. The ability to understand customers' needs and harness the power of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for the long-term benefit of organisations is what we call Visionary Thinking.
EMS SATCOM's satellite-based broadband communication systems enable worldwide high-speed Internet, voice and video capabilities on aircraft, vehicles and vessels. A leader in satellite technology, the company provides off-the-shelf communications systems for defense, commercial and corporate aviation, Search and Rescue, and tracking and messaging applications.
All "Pooley Sword" blades are forged in India by the famous Windlass Family who have been serving the MOD since 1940. The finished product is finally etched and finished in England to the fine standards expected by the British Armed Forces.
NCP celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2006. It has been the leading car park provider in Britain for decades, and now works successfully in the broader transport sector. NCP provides a range of services including car park management, airport parking, and consultancy for the design, build and maintenance of car parks.
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The biggest and best supplier of Japanese imports to the UK. Not only do we hold the largest selection of Japanese vehicles, but also the most genuine, as all our vehicles come with guaranteed miles, documentation of verification and a service before delivery insuring total peace of mind.
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One of the UK's largest providers of care homes, we recognise that everyone's situation is different. Whether you need help now, or are planning for the future, and whether you want information for yourself or for a friend or relative, we hope we can help.

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Estate agents offering residential sales, letting, management, surveys and valuations in Saliabury and the surrounding area.

The first ever Inter-Service Cross Channel Relay Race took place on Wed 01 August 2007 and was a huge success with all teams finishing within 15hrs.

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MOD Defence News Article
Royal Navy News Article
BBC news article and video
DiabetesUK article
Sept 07 Soldier Magazine article used with kind permission.

We had a fantastic time and smashed our £10,000 target by raising £16,000 to split between our two chosen charities.

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Take a look at the Channel Eagle 2007 Slideshow

Have a look at the Channel Eagle 2007 slideshow.

We had some fantastic publicity both before and after the event including articles, photography, video and a live interview with the BBC. Click the links to the left to see some of our coverage.

Find out how the team event went.

Channel Eagle has two elements; the team event and solo attempt. We had live web updates as the swims were happening with more than 5000 hits from all over the world coming in to watch as things unfolded.

Find out what happened on the Solo.
QinetiQ is a leading international defence and security technology company. We develop innovative technology-based solutions and products and provide technology-rich support services for major government organisations, such as the UK MOD and the US DoD,and for commercial customers around the world.
GDUK is the Prime Contractor and Systems Integrator for Bowman, the tactical C4I system for the British armed forces. Bowman delivers a step change in capability over the Clansman family of radios through its security, data capability, reliability and resilience against Electronic warfare (EW) attack.
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica's company, is a provider of total capability solutions in the vertical lift markets. Through its rotorcraft systems design, development, production and integration capabilities, its experience in the training business and its customer focused Integrated Operational Support solutions, the Company delivers unrivalled mission capability to military and commercial operators around the world.

The next Channel Eagle will take place in 2009 with a relay team from each service; Army, Navy and RAF, racing across the English Channel to win the Channel Eagle Cup. The time to beat is 11hrs 06mins set by the Navy.

Channel Eagle 2007 Winners
Channel Eagle 2007

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