Navigations: a day on the water with the team

Navigations: a day on the water with the team

The team now spends most of its time in the south of France to be on the water as often as the conditions allow it! How does a day of testing unfold? How long does it take to set up a run? How many runs can we fit in a day of testing?

Launching on Lake Geneva for the SP80 boat

Launching on Lake Geneva for the SP80 boat

It’s done! Our little rocket has left the workshop and hit the water for the first time. In addition to being the culmination of years of work, this launch is the first step of a new adventure: after years behind our screens, it’s time to get practical! 

SP80 proudly sees its talents working for the America’s cup

SP80 proudly sees its talents working for the America’s cup

One of SP80’s first missions is to train a new generation of engineers, offering them the possibility to work on a revolutionary challenge while studying at EPFL. Well, goal achieved! We’re super proud to see old members of our team thriving today with Alinghi Red Bull Racing, the Swiss Challenger for the 37th America’s Cup!

Recap of 2 years pursuing the world sailing speed record

Recap of 2 years pursuing the world sailing speed record

Neuchâtel, 21.10.2019. Xavier, Benoît and Mayeul officially unveiled the SP80 project. In their hands, a miniature of the boat that could one day beat the world sailing speed record: the extraordinary adventure was officially on track!