Jim Kernahan, chief executive of connectivity firm TrellisWorks, is the great-great-great-great-grandson of Charles Day, who founded Cowes Week in 1826. "During the 200th anniversary event they will provide all the connectivity and IT support to keep day to day operations secure." (Image: Creative Word)Today, TrellisWorks supplies IP-CCTV and connectivity solutions for the Cowes Harbour Commission, maintaining a link between past and present as Cowes Week prepares to celebrate its 200th anniversary. Cowes Week, which begins on August 1, is one of the longest-running sailing regattas in the world. This year’s North Sails Cowes Week will feature more than 500 boats, 5,000 competitors, and 40 daily races across 30 classes.