Since the launch of the new Ultim trimaran on February 14, the Edmond de Rothschild racing team has been working tirelessly. The Gitana 18, officially named Maxi Edmond de Rothschild, recently completed her first sea trial between Groix and Belle-Île. The focus was on fine-tuning and checking the mechanical systems, hydraulics and on-board electronics with a view to the new next-generation Y-foils that will soon follow. For Charles Caudrelier, the goal is clear: to compete in the Route du Rhum 2026 with a boat that he himself describes as “highly developed”. So the coming months will be intense!
Visually, the Gitana 18 is already in its final livery. As with the predecessor model, the design was created in close collaboration with the Palais de Tokyo – a clear commitment by Ariane de Rothschild, owner of the Gitana fleet, to consistently pursue the artistic course set in 2017.
Technical data:
Total length: 32 m 32 m
Width: 23 m
Displacement: approx. 15.5 t
Mast height: 36 m
Sail area upwind: approx. 530 m²
Sail area downwind: over 1000 m²
Architects : VPLP Design
Shipyard: CDK Technologies, Lorient
Find out more: gitana-team.com