Photo assignment for Voiles et Voiliers.
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Jun 17
Jun 17
The Queen Mary 2 passing Groix Island
Kerroch, Morbihan, Brittany, France 47º40’10″N 03º31'02″W
The Queen Mary 2 passing Groix Island, on her way to Saint Nazaire for the start of the centennial Transat “The Bridge 2017″, a historic transatlantic race between her and a fleet of giant trimarans.
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May 17
May 17
Maxi Trimaran Sodebo Ultim
Lorient, Morbihan, Brittany, France 47º43’42″N 03º22'16″W
Relaunched of the 31m maxi trimaran Sodebo Ultim.
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Mar 17
Mar 17
MACIF Trimaran re launched
Lorient, Morbihan, Brittany, France 47º43’40″N 03º22'09″W
The MACIF trimaran returned to sea on Wednesday 8 March, after a 4-month winter refit. In addition to checking all the parts of the boat, it mainly involved improving ergonomics. The most visible area of work carried out by the technical team focused on completely protecting the cockpit.
Being able to sail safely in dry surroundings is essential for the first single-handed round the world, which Francois Gabart is preparing to sail towards the end of the year. “Last year, we partially closed-off the cockpit. We have taken this idea further this year, with a porthole and composite bulkhead system that provides the helmsman with better. The cockpit is now completely closed. I want to be able to pilot the boat without worrying about my own safety”, explains Francois, who is satisfied with the result. This new feature must now be tested at sea!
Although the single-handed round the world record attempt is the main goal this season, Francois Gabart and Macif are also preparing for The Bridge. This race with crew will see four maxi-trimarans (Actual, Idec Sport, MACIF and Sodebo) race alongside the giant Queen Mary 2 liner, between St. Nazaire and New York (start 25 June). “The line-up will be splendid. We will be racing against Idec, which has just sailed round the world in 41 days with crew, and Sodebo, which did it in 49 days single-handed – two boats that have left their hallmark on the history of sailing”, says Francois gleefully.
For the MACIF skipper this Transat will be a new chance to further his knowledge of his 30 metre trimaran. “Right from the start, with Macif, I’ve had the following approach: each racing event serves as preparation for the next. The Bridge will prepare our round the world, which in turn will prepare the Route du Rhum 2018. Our dynamic is always to learn more and perform through progress. We do this to balance out the short-term and the long-term.”
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Feb 17
Feb 17
Couach Yachts
Gujan-Mestras, Gironde, France 44º38'32″N 01º04'10″W
Located in the beautiful Bay of Arcachon since 1897, Couach Yachts is a French Shipyard.
Since 1897 Couach has cultivated an exceptional savoir-faire where hand-craftsmanship remains essential for the creation of unique products.
On the remarkable site on the Arcachon Bay, Couach creates made-to-measure yachts constructed by over 300 craftsmen.
Photo assignment for the GICAN. http://www.gican.asso.fr
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Jan 17
Jan 17
Vendée Globe 2016 – 2017 Arrival
Les Sables d'Olonne, Vendée, France 46º29’30″N 1º47’40″W
Armel Le Cléac’h crossed the Vendée Globe finish line, setting a new Vendee Globe and solo round-the-world record of 74 days, 3 hours, 35 minutes and 46 seconds and Alex Thomson crossed the finish line in 74 days, 19 hours, 35 minutes and 15 seconds, Alex Thomson has become the fastest British sailor on that route.
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Dec 16
Dec 16
Thomas Coville / Sodebo solo round the world record
Brest, Brittany, France 48º22’47″N 4º29’08″W
Thomas Coville (FRA) and his 31m maxi trimaran Sodebo Ultim’ arrival in Brest.
Thomas Coville has successfully broken the solo round the world record, completing the 28400 nm route in 49 days 3 hours 7 minutes and 38 seconds.
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Dec 16
Dec 16
SOUTHERN ENGLAND
English Channel, England, United Kingdom, 50º44’23″N 1º05’44″W
No Man’s Fort.
