VS–9 by Vessev – a major milestone in sustainable marine mobility
Hydrofoiling technology has started to reshape the maritime transport and tourism industry, offering the opportunity for a more sustainable future on the water. Vessev has played a key role in this transformation with the launch of one of the first electric hydrofoiling vessels certified for commercial use, the VS–9. Since 2025, the VS–9 has been […]
Successful first sea trials for the PB72
Exciting times for the offshore multihull design as the first sea trials of the PB72 / Extreme H2O 2.0 began early this year! This 72 ft semi-foiling offshore catamaran, designed by Morrelli & Melvin and built by Persico Marine, was modelled and optimized in Gomboc since the early stages. It is inspiring to see the […]
DRIFT Energy’s revolutionary vessel development supported by Gomboc Designer
The design and development of DRIFT Energy’s first energy harvesting vessel is progressing rapidly. SumToZero is proud that DRIFT’s visionary team chose Gomboc Designer from the outset as a core tool to holistically model the performance of their ships. DRIFT’s innovative energy harvesting ships represent a brand-new class of mobile renewable energy. The vessels harness […]
Gomboc within the Vendée Globe
30 days after the departure of the 10th Vendee Globe edition from Les Sables d’Olonnes, the leaders of the race have passed Cape Leeuwin. Soon, the other skippers of the fleet will start to make their way under Australia towards the longitude of Tasmania and then the South of New-Zealand. The Vendée Globe being a […]
Solo Para Sailing Speed Record
We are thrilled to share the work of the Paraspeed team, who used Gomboc for simulations while looking at setting the disabled sailor sailing speed record. Paraspeed.org is the official publisher of extreme speed records set by people with disabilities and is dedicated to promoting the inclusion of mentally and physically challenged humans of any […]
SumToZero sponsor of the innovative Swiss Solar Boat team
The design of REF – Renewable Energy Foiler – has now been revealed by Swiss Solar Boat, and SumToZero is extremely proud to be part of the sponsors of this talented and innovative student team. Created in 2019, the Swiss Solar Boat association from EPFL first designed and built an innovative asymmetric one-seater boat, the Dahu. […]
AC Sailing game powered by Gomboc
SumToZero is excited to be partnering with the America’s Cup in the recently recently released AC Sailing game, powered by Gomboc. America’s Cup has also entered the world of e-sport leagues with the launching of the America’s Cup E-series. Open to all gamers, the first season of America’s Cup E-series will end with a Grand Final in September […]
Remarkable successes for Koch-Finot-Conq at the Transat Jacques Vabre
We would like to salute Koch-Finot-Conq team’s impressive podium at the 16th edition of the Transat Jacques Vabre. Sam Goodchild and Antoine Koch finish 3rd, after Thomas Ruyant and Morgan Lagravière with “For People” (1st), and Yoann Richomme et Yann Eliès with “Paprec Arkea” (2nd). Both “For People” and “Paprec Arkea” have been launched in […]
Zero emission Fast Ferry hydrofoil concept “ZeFF”
The new full flight hydrofoil concept “ZeFF” developed by LMG Marin France would be able to carry 180 passengers flying at high-speed with electric propulsion. For this project, LMG Marin actively uses Gomboc as a design and simulation tool. The challenge of making the 28m ferry ZeFF fly is achieved in close collaboration with Pixel […]
Persico Cat 72′ flying system design
Gomboc Designer is the simulation software used to develop the flying system of the new high performance Persico catamaran designed by Morrelli and Melvin. The Persico Cat 72′, expected to be delivered in 2024, is equipped with daggerboards, T-rudders and 7m long righting-moment foils. Learn more about the Persico Cat72′ in the full press release.