Yanmar has announced plans to develop a foiling sailboat as part of its next-generation design future.
The organisation has introduced the YANMAR PRODUCT VISION (YPV) outlining its design ideas across land, city and sea. The design elements developed through YPV will be implemented across its product range, including agricultural machinery, construction equipment, boats, and services.
YPV-S (Sea) introduces a foiling sailboat that proposes a new marine lifestyle.
“Drawing on Yanmar’s extensive marine technology and expertise, the design leverages natural forces through foiling, which lifts the boat above the water, and sailing, maximizing the use of wind power to shape both propulsion and onboard experience,” explained Yanmar.
“Rooted in the philosophy of “Intrinsic Design,’ which focuses on the core functional value and purpose of products, YPV presents Yanmar’s design goals for the future.”
New initiative
The organisation says it has been working to cultivate its brand image through designs that resonate with stakeholders, including customers, employees, and the general public. The designs have been co-created with internal and external partners.
“The new initiative, based on the concept of Intrinsic Design, aims to platformise the design elements included in YPV,” said Yanmar.
“This approach will not only standardise components and designs but also enhance intuitive operability and comfort with new interfaces designed for future tasks.”
Additionally, the organisation says will contribute to increased development efficiency and cost reductions.
The designs prioritise functional value over form, with Yanmar describing its design approach as ‘gentleness and toughness’.
Elements such as new design aesthetics and cabin structures will be standardised with the aim of streamlining product development and enhancing functionality.
