Air Seychelles supports Eco-Friendly marathon |23 February 2018

Air Seychelles has provided support for the upcoming Eco-Friendly marathon by transporting a shipment of official t-shirts from Seoul to Seychelles.

The airline carried a total of 25 boxes of t-shirts, weighing some 675kg, from the South Korean capital, which will be distributed to all those who cross the finish line this coming Sunday.

Scheduled to be held on February 25, the Eco-Friendly marathon is held every year to promote health and fitness, as well as raise awareness about the environment. 

The event, now in its 11th year, takes place in north Mahé and attracts hundreds of local and international runners for its three main races, including two fun runs (5 or 10km), a half marathon (21km) and a full marathon (42km).

In addition to carrying the consignment of t-shirts, a team of 21 Air Seychelles staff will also be taking part in the run this weekend.

Remco Althuis, chief executive of Air Seychelles, said: “The Eco-Friendly marathon has grown into a massive community event in Seychelles and is easily one of the biggest sports highlights of the year. We are thrilled that we have been able to support it this year and look forward to seeing everyone on the starting line this Sunday.”

Giovanna Rouseau, chief executive of the National Sports Council, said: “I am pleased that Air Seychelles has come onboard as a partner for the Eco-Friendly marathon this year and we are grateful for their support in bringing the t-shirts all the way to Seychelles for the event.”