Wartsila power for AAG flagship event

Wartsila’s Contract Manager, Arron Fraser (second, left) makes a point at the launch of yesterday’s event as from left, AAG President, Aubrey Hutson, Mayfield Taylor-Trim and the race PR person, Edison Jefford look on.

To commemorate its 20th anniversary of supplying power to the national grid, Wartsila Operations Guyana Inc., has decided to give back in a historic way.

The energy company will sponsor the most lucrative 20km road race to date, since in excess of $3M will be rewarded to the top finishers of the inaugural event billed for March 2.

During the official launch of the activity yesterday at GOA’s headquarters, President of the Athletic Association of Guyana (AAG), Aubrey Hutson declared that the race will be “one of the best events we will ever have in Guyana.”

Hutson pointed out that the prize monies are historic and encouraged local