Maxi Edmond De Rothschild's Debut Flight

32-metre trimaran in full flight

Launched on February 14, 2026, the new Maxi Edmond de Rothschild reached a decisive milestone in its development phase when the 32-metre trimaran completed its first test runs in full flight. Fitted with its first foil – a Y-shaped pendulum appendage of unprecedented dimensions inspired by America’s Cup monohulls, the performance occured on May 26 in winds between 10 and 13 knots off the coast of Belle-Île near Lorient, France. “In the life of a…

Gitana 18 Takes Flight Ahead of Route du Rhum Challenge

The new Maxi Edmond de Rothschild has completed its first full foiling runs off the Brittany coast, marking a major milestone in the development of Gitana 18 ahead of this year’s Route du Rhum. The 32-metre offshore racing giant achieved…

Maxi Edmond de Rothschild's debut flight

Fitted with its first foil - a Y-shaped pendulum appendage of unprecedented dimensions inspired by America's Cup monohulls - the 32-metre giant completed its first runs in full flight.

Ultim. Premier vol pour le Maxi Edmond de Rothschild

Gitana 18, le nouveau Maxi Edmond de Rothschild a réalisé son premier vol cette semaine avec un foil dans des conditions particulièrement légères, entre 10 et 13 nœuds au large de Belle-Île. À cinq mois du premier grand rendez-vous sportif de Gitana 18, la Route du Rhum Destination Guadeloupe, la préparation de Charles Caudrelier, tenant du titre, s’intensifie. Lundi, à Lorient, Charles Caudrelier et les membres du Gitana Team larguaient les ama…