SP80 SMASHES THE MYTHICAL 100 KM/H BARRIER

SP80 SMASHES THE MYTHICAL 100 KM/H BARRIER

The SP80 kiteboat has reached a top speed of over 58 knots, or 108 km/h. This new personal best makes SP80 the second fastest sailboat ever recorded, behind Vestas Sailrocket II and its 68.01-knot top speed. While peak speeds are not used for official world record certification, this performance confirms the boatʼs potential: SP80 is now faster than the most advanced sailboats in the world, from the AC75s of the Americaʼs Cup to the F50s on the SailGP circuit.

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! 

Aderco, new Official Supporter of the SP80 journey

Aderco, new Official Supporter of the SP80 journey

Aderco becomes an Official Supporter of SP80, chasing the world sailing speed record! For SP80, this partnership allows to foresee confidently the first navigations of its boat to reach 80 knots (150km/h).

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!