Structural upgrades for the Vendée Globe 2024
Overview
In early 2024, Biscay Composites partnered with Guyot Environnement to prepare their IMOCA 60 for the Vendée Globe. This comprehensive project involved significant structural
modifications, advanced composite work, and a complete repaint, all executed with meticulous attention to detail and tight deadlines.
Project Highlights
- Redesigned coach roof for improved functionality and aesthetics.
- Mast reinforcements for enhanced durability under high-stress conditions.
- Full repaint with anti-fouling, non-skid, and satin varnish finishes.
Step-by-Step Process
- Mast Reinforcements: Prepared chainplates, applied carbon fiber laminations, and cured reinforcements under vacuum for maximum adhesion.
- New Antenna Base Construction: Created a custom mold and fitted the new support structure with precision.
- Coach Roof Modification: Installed new panels, extended the roof bridge, and prepared surfaces with vacuum-tight lamination techniques.
- Painting: Sanded, primed, and applied Alexeil system coatings, integrating hexagonal non-skid vinyls and custom finishes.
The Guyot Environnement IMOCA 60 is now race-ready, boasting cutting-edge performance enhancements and a striking visual identity for the Vendée Globe.
