New Foncia launched for Michel Desjoyeaux



1:58 PM Wed 22 Sep 2010 GMT
'The new Foncia is launched' Yvan Zedda &copy
Foncia, Michel Desjoyeaux's new 60-foot Imoca was launched in Port-La-For?t. After the design phase dating back to January, the latest generation VPLP/Verdier designed boat was built and assembled in record time (six months). Michel and his team now have just 40 days to get used to this highly original monohull before the start of the Route du Rhum on 31st October. A new look, new designers and a streamlined shape. The latest Foncia certainly stands out. On Monday in Port-La-For?t in the presence of 200 people, she was lowered into the water and underwent the 180? righting test. 'We're finally ...


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