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journalists from Brazil will be covering the Race. Kees van Muiswinkel is thankful for this fantastic coverage,
on behalf of the participants, sponsors, partners and Aruba “Thank you Aruba Tourism Authority”. “And a
personal thank you to Mrs. Iglesias, Events & Sponsorship Specialist of A.T.A”.
Mr. Cees Ursem, KLM Manager Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao, emphasizes that KLM is proud to be the title
sponsor of the second (KLM) Aruba Marathon and announces a special campaign. Every participant from
Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao has a chance to win two (2) KLM round-trip tickets to Amsterdam. The unique
bib number of participants is their lottery number. Directly after the Awards Ceremony of the KLM Aruba
Marathon this “Tombola” will take place. The winner has to be present to collect the tickets on stage, if the
winner is not here a next winner will be drawn.
Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort is the new Start & Finish Hotel of the KLM Aruba Marathon, which
contributes to the international success of the Marathon. The Pasta Party and Marathon Expo and Finish Beach
party will also be hosted by Hilton Aruba. It is great pleasure to work with such a sportive and enthusiastic
Team who are all dedicated to make it a tremendous succes. Thank you to Team Hilton.
Certified Race: Mr. Wim Jonkman, AA level Measurer from AIMS / IAAF measured and certified the course
again this year so that the KLM Aruba Marathon is an official race. AIMS is the Association of
International Marathons and Distance with International Association of Athletic Federations (IAAF) on all
matters related to international road races. Mrs Evelyn Farrell, President of the Aruba Athletic
Federation explains that the KLM Aruba Marathon is an official Race and sanctioned ny the AAF.
Rowald Werleman, Marketing representative of Tropical Bottling company (Chill by Balashi is name sponsor
of the 10K) is looking forwards to provide the Race with water, Powerade and of course Chill beer for the
pasta party and After finish Beach Party. All Metafit runners will also participate this year.
Mr.David Mulder, Director of Cavalier Logistics is the official logistic partner of the event and distance
sponsor of the 5K. Cavalier will also invite their clients and business relations to participate in this run and the
pasta party.
ADIDAS Marketing Manager Mr. Jonathan Wever is also enthusiastic about the KLM Aruba Marathon: “It is
great that Aruba has it’s own Marathon! This is the second Marathon in Aruba and it enhances running and we
invited ADIDAS Athletes at the start.”
Everybody can register online via www.klmarubamarathon.com , pay online or at IBiSA.