Yanmar is to become the official technical partner of the International Monohull Open Class Association (IMOCA) Class.
As part of the agreement, Yanmar will be the main supplier of marine engines and propulsion systems for IMOCA Class sailing yachts.
“This is a fantastic partnership for us,” said Wouter-Jan Van der Wurff, president and CEO at Yanmar Marine International.
“We are delighted to support the IMOCA Class, which brings together the world’s most advanced and innovative offshore racing yachts.”
We are delighted to support the IMOCA Class, which brings together the world’s most advanced and innovative offshore racing yachts.
Wouter-Jan Van der Wurff
He added: “This long-term partnership is based on our cutting-edge engine technology and our global support network. We admire and share the IMOCA Class’s vision.
“Their approach perfectly aligns with our philosophy of a sustainable future, where humanity and nature thrive together.”
Antoine Mermod, president of the IMOCA Class, continued: “We are very pleased to begin this partnership with Yanmar.
“We share the same ambition: to combine technological innovation with a responsible vision of offshore racing.
“Together, we aim to contribute to the evolution of our sport and, more broadly, of the maritime industry.”
