The future of maritime innovation is not only about making vessels faster, more efficient or more sustainable. It is also about rethinking how they operate, how they interact with their environment and how increasingly sophisticated technologies can transform navigation.
On October 28th and 29th, Bilbao hosted SAIL INN PRO 2026, bringing together companies, engineers and technology specialists working on some of the most relevant challenges facing the maritime industry.
Representing Caponnetto Hueber, David Bujeda Juberias participated on October 29th in a roundtable dedicated to autonomous vessels, contributing CH’s perspective on the engineering, development and technological challenges associated with this rapidly evolving field.
The discussion explored several key aspects of autonomous maritime systems, including vessel design, regulatory frameworks, control systems, instrumentation, data management and cybersecurity.
These technologies are becoming increasingly interconnected. Developing an autonomous vessel requires more than integrating navigation software or advanced sensors. It demands a comprehensive engineering approach in which naval architecture, hydrodynamic performance, propulsion, onboard systems and operational requirements are considered together.
For Caponnetto Hueber, this represents a natural extension of our expertise in advanced maritime engineering, CFD, hydrodynamic optimisation and innovative vessel development.
Our approach focuses on connecting scientific knowledge with practical engineering, supporting the development of new maritime technologies from the initial concept through design, analysis and prototyping.
Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) are opening new possibilities across the maritime sector, while introducing technical challenges that require close collaboration between different engineering disciplines.
The conversations at SAIL INN PRO highlighted the importance of developing reliable solutions that integrate vessel performance with control systems, instrumentation and data-driven technologies.
Another relevant topic was the evolution of the regulatory environment.
As autonomous maritime systems advance, international frameworks are progressively adapting to address their operational and safety requirements. The ongoing work surrounding the International Maritime Organization’s Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) framework reflects the need to establish appropriate standards for these emerging technologies.
Beyond the technical discussions, SAIL INN PRO provided an opportunity to connect with companies and professionals actively developing innovative maritime solutions in Spain.
The event encouraged exchanges between organisations working on autonomous navigation, advanced vessel design, electrification and emerging marine technologies, reinforcing the value of collaboration in accelerating innovation.
For Caponnetto Hueber, participating in these conversations is part of a broader commitment to expanding the boundaries of maritime engineering.
Our experience in high-performance vessel design and numerical simulation provides a strong foundation for approaching new technological challenges, while our involvement in autonomous vessel development reflects our ambition to contribute to the next generation of maritime solutions.
As the industry evolves, the ability to transform complex ideas into functional, validated prototypes will become increasingly important.
Innovation begins with an idea. Engineering makes it possible.
We would like to thank the SAIL INN PRO organisers for bringing together the maritime innovation community and creating an environment for technical exchange, collaboration and new perspectives on the future of navigation.
At Caponnetto Hueber, we look forward to continuing to contribute to this evolving field, combining advanced engineering, research and technological development to help shape the future of autonomous maritime mobility.
The future of maritime innovation is not only about making vessels faster, more efficient or more sustainable. It is also about rethinking how they operate, how they interact with their environment and how increasingly sophisticated technologies can transform navigation.
On October 28th and 29th, Bilbao hosted SAIL INN PRO 2026, bringing together companies, engineers and technology specialists working on some of the most relevant challenges facing the maritime industry.
Representing Caponnetto Hueber, David Bujeda Juberias participated on October 29th in a roundtable dedicated to autonomous vessels, contributing CH’s perspective on the engineering, development and technological challenges associated with this rapidly evolving field.
The discussion explored several key aspects of autonomous maritime systems, including vessel design, regulatory frameworks, control systems, instrumentation, data management and cybersecurity.
These technologies are becoming increasingly interconnected. Developing an autonomous vessel requires more than integrating navigation software or advanced sensors. It demands a comprehensive engineering approach in which naval architecture, hydrodynamic performance, propulsion, onboard systems and operational requirements are considered together.
For Caponnetto Hueber, this represents a natural extension of our expertise in advanced maritime engineering, CFD, hydrodynamic optimisation and innovative vessel development.
Our approach focuses on connecting scientific knowledge with practical engineering, supporting the development of new maritime technologies from the initial concept through design, analysis and prototyping.
Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) are opening new possibilities across the maritime sector, while introducing technical challenges that require close collaboration between different engineering disciplines.
The conversations at SAIL INN PRO highlighted the importance of developing reliable solutions that integrate vessel performance with control systems, instrumentation and data-driven technologies.
Another relevant topic was the evolution of the regulatory environment.
As autonomous maritime systems advance, international frameworks are progressively adapting to address their operational and safety requirements. The ongoing work surrounding the International Maritime Organization’s Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) framework reflects the need to establish appropriate standards for these emerging technologies.
Beyond the technical discussions, SAIL INN PRO provided an opportunity to connect with companies and professionals actively developing innovative maritime solutions in Spain.
The event encouraged exchanges between organisations working on autonomous navigation, advanced vessel design, electrification and emerging marine technologies, reinforcing the value of collaboration in accelerating innovation.
For Caponnetto Hueber, participating in these conversations is part of a broader commitment to expanding the boundaries of maritime engineering.
Our experience in high-performance vessel design and numerical simulation provides a strong foundation for approaching new technological challenges, while our involvement in autonomous vessel development reflects our ambition to contribute to the next generation of maritime solutions.
As the industry evolves, the ability to transform complex ideas into functional, validated prototypes will become increasingly important.
Innovation begins with an idea. Engineering makes it possible.
We would like to thank the SAIL INN PRO organisers for bringing together the maritime innovation community and creating an environment for technical exchange, collaboration and new perspectives on the future of navigation.
At Caponnetto Hueber, we look forward to continuing to contribute to this evolving field, combining advanced engineering, research and technological development to help shape the future of autonomous maritime mobility.
The future of maritime innovation is not only about making vessels faster, more efficient or more sustainable. It is also about rethinking how they operate, how they interact with their environment and how increasingly sophisticated technologies can transform navigation.
On October 28th and 29th, Bilbao hosted SAIL INN PRO 2026, bringing together companies, engineers and technology specialists working on some of the most relevant challenges facing the maritime industry.
Representing Caponnetto Hueber, David Bujeda Juberias participated on October 29th in a roundtable dedicated to autonomous vessels, contributing CH’s perspective on the engineering, development and technological challenges associated with this rapidly evolving field.
The discussion explored several key aspects of autonomous maritime systems, including vessel design, regulatory frameworks, control systems, instrumentation, data management and cybersecurity.
These technologies are becoming increasingly interconnected. Developing an autonomous vessel requires more than integrating navigation software or advanced sensors. It demands a comprehensive engineering approach in which naval architecture, hydrodynamic performance, propulsion, onboard systems and operational requirements are considered together.
For Caponnetto Hueber, this represents a natural extension of our expertise in advanced maritime engineering, CFD, hydrodynamic optimisation and innovative vessel development.
Our approach focuses on connecting scientific knowledge with practical engineering, supporting the development of new maritime technologies from the initial concept through design, analysis and prototyping.
Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) are opening new possibilities across the maritime sector, while introducing technical challenges that require close collaboration between different engineering disciplines.
The conversations at SAIL INN PRO highlighted the importance of developing reliable solutions that integrate vessel performance with control systems, instrumentation and data-driven technologies.
Another relevant topic was the evolution of the regulatory environment.
As autonomous maritime systems advance, international frameworks are progressively adapting to address their operational and safety requirements. The ongoing work surrounding the International Maritime Organization’s Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) framework reflects the need to establish appropriate standards for these emerging technologies.
Beyond the technical discussions, SAIL INN PRO provided an opportunity to connect with companies and professionals actively developing innovative maritime solutions in Spain.
The event encouraged exchanges between organisations working on autonomous navigation, advanced vessel design, electrification and emerging marine technologies, reinforcing the value of collaboration in accelerating innovation.
For Caponnetto Hueber, participating in these conversations is part of a broader commitment to expanding the boundaries of maritime engineering.
Our experience in high-performance vessel design and numerical simulation provides a strong foundation for approaching new technological challenges, while our involvement in autonomous vessel development reflects our ambition to contribute to the next generation of maritime solutions.
As the industry evolves, the ability to transform complex ideas into functional, validated prototypes will become increasingly important.
Innovation begins with an idea. Engineering makes it possible.
We would like to thank the SAIL INN PRO organisers for bringing together the maritime innovation community and creating an environment for technical exchange, collaboration and new perspectives on the future of navigation.
At Caponnetto Hueber, we look forward to continuing to contribute to this evolving field, combining advanced engineering, research and technological development to help shape the future of autonomous maritime mobility.
During the 33rd America’s Cup cycle, Mario Caponnetto contributed to hydrodynamic assessment workstreams aligned with the BMW Oracle wing-sail platform, the configuration that ultimately won the Match. This milestone marked the shift toward aero-hydrodynamic integration in Cup design culture.
BMW Oracle Racing
America’s Cup / Aero-Hydro Integration / Performance Engineering
In 2021, Caponnetto Hueber led the CFD, foil design, and hydrodynamic engineering for the AC75 of Luna Rossa Challenge, the eventual Prada Cup winner. We deployed multiscale CFD and aero-hydro coupling to ensure optimum lift and control. Rapid iteration delivered performance gains under tight competition timelines.
Luna Rossa Challenge
Racing Concept / CFD / Foil Design