Qingdao finally arrived home after 11 months and 3 weeks away. They finished race 15, Den Helder to Southampton in 8th position. Out of the 10 boats they came 9th overall just falling short of Derry/Londonderry in 8th place by 4 points. They were the only boat to be awarded the Henri Lloyd Seamanship award.
Congratulations to all crew for their extraordinary achievement and Thank you to Ian (Un)Conchie for bringing them all safely (if not slightly battered) home.