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Dorset has a unique opportunity with all the sailing events for the 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games being hosted by Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy. Work is already under way to prepare for 2012.

Preparing for 2012

The 'Dorset Working Group for the 2012 Games' has already been established and the following sub groups have been developed in order to concentrate on key issues:

  • Business & economy
  • Transport
  • Event management
  • Communications
  • Visitor management
  • Community partnership

These pages focus on the progress of the 'Business & Economy' subgroup and its activity to ensure that local businesses are well placed to take advantage of the opportunities that will arise. Find out about what is happening, opportunities for Dorset's businesses and also guidelines on using the Olympics branding. If you still require further information or would like to become involved in preparing for 2012, please contact us.

Indicative timetable

Date
Event
2006 - 2012
Procurement opportunities relating to the 2012 Olympic Games.
2008 - 2012
Training camps
2010 - 2012
Test events
2012 (27 Jul - 12 Aug)
London Olympic Games (Sailing events: 28 Jul - 11 Aug)
2012 (29 Aug - 9 Sep)
London Paralympic Games (Sailing events: to be confirmed)
  • Man sailing: Link to Brand protectionBrand protection

    The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG) will be rigorously protecting the Olympic Marks in the run-up to the 2012 Games. This web page attempts to summarise what businesses and organisations can and can't do.

  • Team Dorset logo: Link to Team DorsetTeam Dorset

    Businesses, councils, schools, public service bodies and voluntary groups have come together to launch Dorset's own 'brand' for the London 2012 Olympic Games and the Paralympic Games.

  • Sailing instruction: Link to What is happening?What is happening?

    This section summarises what is happening in Dorset in preparation for the 2012 Games, specifically for issues affecting businesses and the local economy. The main players are introduced and there is also a separate page highlighting the latest news and events.

  • Are you 11-18 Years Olds? Now you can get into a healthier lifestyle: Link to What is in it for Dorset?What is in it for Dorset?

    One of the objectives of the Dorset Working Group for the 2012 Games is to maximise the economic, social, health, and environmental benefits from the Games. The Dorset Working Group for the 2012 Games has produced a draft version of Dorset's Lasting Legacy that is located under the Dorset Strategic Partnership (DSP) section of the website.

  • Business Link: Link to Before and Beyond eventBefore and Beyond event

    How your business can realise the long term benefits of the London 2012 Games.