Ferrari, a name synonymous with excellence on the track, is now turning its sights to the sea with the launch of Ferrari Hypersail—a revolutionary new chapter in offshore racing. This bold venture redefines boundaries in sport, design, and sustainable technology, marking Ferrari’s debut in competitive sailing with the same spirit that fuels its motorsport legacy.
At its core, Hypersail is more than a racing yacht—it’s a floating laboratory. Blending Ferrari’s racing DNA with cutting-edge marine engineering, the project embodies a new kind of performance challenge: one where aerodynamics, endurance, and energy autonomy take center stage on the open ocean.
The Name Says It All: Hypersail
Just as Ferrari’s Hypercars represent the pinnacle of automotive performance, Hypersail symbolizes the ultimate expression of innovation and endurance at sea. The yacht—now under construction in Italy—is set to launch in 2026, with a design that has never been attempted before.
A Flying Monohull Like No Other
At the heart of Hypersail is a 100-foot flying monohull, designed by renowned French naval architect Guillaume Verdier. A masterpiece of balance and breakthrough thinking, the vessel will stabilize on three points of contact while “flying” above the water at speed—thanks to a combination of:
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A canting keel, which also serves as a foil support
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A foil on the rudder
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Two lateral foils that alternate as third contact points
In a first for a yacht of its class, the vessel will be fully energy self-sufficient, powered exclusively by solar, wind, and kinetic energy—no combustion engine, no fuel, and no external power source. Every onboard system, from foil control to navigation, will rely on energy generated while under sail.
Led by a Legend: Giovanni Soldini at the Helm
The Hypersail team is led by legendary offshore sailor Giovanni Soldini, now Team Principal of the project. His unmatched expertise in long-distance yacht racing and vessel construction is pivotal to shaping Hypersail’s vision.
“This is an adventure like no other,” said Soldini. “We are merging Ferrari’s engineering excellence with the most advanced nautical design. The yacht will not only fly over water—it will represent an entirely new class of vessel. Ferrari’s work on onboard control systems is already delivering technology that’s never been seen in sailing before.”
Open Innovation Meets Technology Transfer
Open Innovation Meets Technology TransferAt the core of Hypersail lies open innovation: a collaborative R&D ecosystem drawing from Ferrari’s expertise alongside world-class nautical engineers and technology partners. The yacht is already influencing—and being influenced by—the evolution of Ferrari’s sports cars.
Hypersail technological highlights include:
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A proprietary flight control system adapted from Ferrari’s automotive experience
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New solutions in aerodynamics, power management, energy storage, and structural design
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Nine new patents filed specifically for this project, with six more in progress
Ferrari Chairman John Elkann stated:
“Hypersail is a bold new challenge. It reflects Ferrari’s relentless drive to go beyond limits, to innovate, and to bring beauty and performance together—just as we’ve done in our Hypercar, a three-time winner at Le Mans. Working with Giovanni Soldini and Guillaume Verdier, we are building something that doesn’t just race—it soars.”
Redefining Energy Autonomy at Sea
Energy independence is not a feature—it’s the foundation. Every system on the Hypersail yacht must run on clean, self-generated power, including:
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Foil, rudder, and keel control systems
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All onboard computing, navigation, and communications
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Environmental monitoring and safety mechanisms
Achieving such autonomy requires unprecedented efficiency in every component, meticulous energy balancing, and extreme resilience—especially in the unforgiving conditions of offshore racing. What many once thought impossible is now becoming reality, thanks to this Ferrari-led initiative.
A New Kind of Endurance Racing
A New Kind of Endurance RacingThere are no pit stops in the open ocean. Hypersail will operate non-stop, without external support, through some of the planet’s most demanding conditions. It’s not just a race—it’s a proving ground for the future of sustainable performance.
Ferrari’s foray into the world of sailing isn’t just about crossing oceans. It’s about crossing frontiers—blurring the line between disciplines, and opening up new horizons where performance, technology, and sustainability unite.
Ferrari Hypersail: The future of offshore racing has set sail.