COPAC Press Release: The Pan American Canoe Confederation (COPAC) is pleased to announce its agreement of sponsorship with NELO MAR KAYAKS LDA; the largest canoe-kayak manufacturer in the world.

“This is the beginning of what we expect to be a long lasting relation with a prestigious company for the benefit of canoeing in the American Continent. Nelo has been present not only at the Pan American Championships and other prestigious events, but is also part of the daily life of our clubs and Federations; providing boats and services of highest standards to the satisfaction of our paddlers. ” said the COPAC’s President, Dr. Cecilia L. Farias.

The starting point will be the support for the Paracanoeing COPAC’s Programme, towards the inclusion on the Para-Pan American Games, Lima 2019.

From its side, the NELO MAR KAYAKS LDA. General Manager, Mr. Manuel Ramos, said, "More than ever the union within our sport is essential to face the future challenges, the competition is fierce and we as part of this sport must do all within our possibilities to make it a stronger and more represented sport. The challenge presented to us by COPAC with a clear agenda and targets matches perfectly our line of thinking.”

Best of success is expected of such a prestigious alliance.

Key Endorsement and Support from the Brazilian Paralympic Committee to the COPAC’s Paracanoe Project.

Mr. Andrew Parsons, Vice President of the International Paralympic Committee, endorsed the COPAC’s initiative in his capacity as President of the Brazilian Paralympic Committee (BPC).

The BPC and the Brazilian Canoe Confederation continuously support the growth of paracanoeing in the American Continent throughout various actions and initiatives. On this occasion they will support their professionals to deliver education for classifiers and organisers of paracanoeing events.

COPAC’s President remarked the value of the team work on which everyone has a responsibility and a high level of commitment towards a successful completion of the project.

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