Innovation advances through technology, collaboration and ambitious projects capable of pushing boundaries. This vision was at the heart of a recent roundtable organized by the Valencia Sports Industry Cluster, where the organisers of SailGP, The Ocean Race, 52 SUPER SERIES and Valencia Boat Show gathered to discuss the growing impact of major nautical events on the economy, innovation ecosystem and international positioning of the Valencian Community.
Representing Caponnetto Hueber, Anabella Alegre Fischer and Noelia Insa participated in the event, joining organisers, institutions and industry leaders in a conversation focused on the future of maritime innovation and the role that world-class sailing events play in shaping the nautical industry.
Beyond their sporting dimension, these events have become powerful platforms for technological development, business creation and global visibility, contributing to the consolidation of Valencia as one of the leading nautical hubs in the Mediterranean.
Particularly significant was the discussion surrounding the arrival of SailGP in Valencia. The championship will host its first Spain Sail Grand Prix on 5–6 September 2026, bringing one of the most technologically advanced sailing competitions in the world to the city. Featuring foiling catamarans capable of exceeding 100 km/h, SailGP represents a unique combination of engineering excellence, data-driven performance and sustainability. Its inclusion in Valencia’s sporting calendar further reinforces the city’s growing role as an international centre for maritime innovation.
For Caponnetto Hueber, events such as SailGP hold particular relevance. As a company deeply involved in fluid dynamics, CFD, hydrodynamic optimisation and high-performance foiling projects, we closely follow initiatives that demonstrate how advanced engineering can transform the future of navigation. The technologies developed in elite competition environments often become the foundation for broader advances in vessel efficiency, sustainability and maritime mobility.
The discussion also highlighted a broader reality: major nautical events are no longer solely sporting competitions. They have become strategic platforms capable of attracting investment, generating specialised employment, strengthening local industry and accelerating innovation across multiple sectors. Organisers and participants repeatedly emphasized the importance of collaboration between institutions, businesses and event organisers to maximise this long-term legacy.
At Caponnetto Hueber, we strongly believe that the future of maritime mobility and high-performance sailing will be shaped by the same principles that define these world-class events: innovation, engineering excellence, data-driven decision-making and sustainability.
We congratulate the Valencia Sports Industry Cluster for creating a space where organisers, institutions and companies can exchange ideas, strengthen relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the Valencian maritime ecosystem.
As Valencia prepares to welcome SailGP, the 52 SUPER SERIES, Valencia Boat Show and, shortly after, The Ocean Race, the city continues to consolidate its position as one of the world’s most dynamic centres for nautical innovation and maritime excellence.
Innovation advances through technology, collaboration and ambitious projects capable of pushing boundaries. This vision was at the heart of a recent roundtable organized by the Valencia Sports Industry Cluster, where the organisers of SailGP, The Ocean Race, 52 SUPER SERIES and Valencia Boat Show gathered to discuss the growing impact of major nautical events on the economy, innovation ecosystem and international positioning of the Valencian Community.
Representing Caponnetto Hueber, Anabella Alegre Fischer and Noelia Insa participated in the event, joining organisers, institutions and industry leaders in a conversation focused on the future of maritime innovation and the role that world-class sailing events play in shaping the nautical industry.
Beyond their sporting dimension, these events have become powerful platforms for technological development, business creation and global visibility, contributing to the consolidation of Valencia as one of the leading nautical hubs in the Mediterranean.
Particularly significant was the discussion surrounding the arrival of SailGP in Valencia. The championship will host its first Spain Sail Grand Prix on 5–6 September 2026, bringing one of the most technologically advanced sailing competitions in the world to the city. Featuring foiling catamarans capable of exceeding 100 km/h, SailGP represents a unique combination of engineering excellence, data-driven performance and sustainability. Its inclusion in Valencia’s sporting calendar further reinforces the city’s growing role as an international centre for maritime innovation.
For Caponnetto Hueber, events such as SailGP hold particular relevance. As a company deeply involved in fluid dynamics, CFD, hydrodynamic optimisation and high-performance foiling projects, we closely follow initiatives that demonstrate how advanced engineering can transform the future of navigation. The technologies developed in elite competition environments often become the foundation for broader advances in vessel efficiency, sustainability and maritime mobility.
The discussion also highlighted a broader reality: major nautical events are no longer solely sporting competitions. They have become strategic platforms capable of attracting investment, generating specialised employment, strengthening local industry and accelerating innovation across multiple sectors. Organisers and participants repeatedly emphasized the importance of collaboration between institutions, businesses and event organisers to maximise this long-term legacy.
At Caponnetto Hueber, we strongly believe that the future of maritime mobility and high-performance sailing will be shaped by the same principles that define these world-class events: innovation, engineering excellence, data-driven decision-making and sustainability.
We congratulate the Valencia Sports Industry Cluster for creating a space where organisers, institutions and companies can exchange ideas, strengthen relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the Valencian maritime ecosystem.
As Valencia prepares to welcome SailGP, the 52 SUPER SERIES, Valencia Boat Show and, shortly after, The Ocean Race, the city continues to consolidate its position as one of the world’s most dynamic centres for nautical innovation and maritime excellence.
Innovation advances through technology, collaboration and ambitious projects capable of pushing boundaries. This vision was at the heart of a recent roundtable organized by the Valencia Sports Industry Cluster, where the organisers of SailGP, The Ocean Race, 52 SUPER SERIES and Valencia Boat Show gathered to discuss the growing impact of major nautical events on the economy, innovation ecosystem and international positioning of the Valencian Community.
Representing Caponnetto Hueber, Anabella Alegre Fischer and Noelia Insa participated in the event, joining organisers, institutions and industry leaders in a conversation focused on the future of maritime innovation and the role that world-class sailing events play in shaping the nautical industry.
Beyond their sporting dimension, these events have become powerful platforms for technological development, business creation and global visibility, contributing to the consolidation of Valencia as one of the leading nautical hubs in the Mediterranean.
Particularly significant was the discussion surrounding the arrival of SailGP in Valencia. The championship will host its first Spain Sail Grand Prix on 5–6 September 2026, bringing one of the most technologically advanced sailing competitions in the world to the city. Featuring foiling catamarans capable of exceeding 100 km/h, SailGP represents a unique combination of engineering excellence, data-driven performance and sustainability. Its inclusion in Valencia’s sporting calendar further reinforces the city’s growing role as an international centre for maritime innovation.
For Caponnetto Hueber, events such as SailGP hold particular relevance. As a company deeply involved in fluid dynamics, CFD, hydrodynamic optimisation and high-performance foiling projects, we closely follow initiatives that demonstrate how advanced engineering can transform the future of navigation. The technologies developed in elite competition environments often become the foundation for broader advances in vessel efficiency, sustainability and maritime mobility.
The discussion also highlighted a broader reality: major nautical events are no longer solely sporting competitions. They have become strategic platforms capable of attracting investment, generating specialised employment, strengthening local industry and accelerating innovation across multiple sectors. Organisers and participants repeatedly emphasized the importance of collaboration between institutions, businesses and event organisers to maximise this long-term legacy.
At Caponnetto Hueber, we strongly believe that the future of maritime mobility and high-performance sailing will be shaped by the same principles that define these world-class events: innovation, engineering excellence, data-driven decision-making and sustainability.
We congratulate the Valencia Sports Industry Cluster for creating a space where organisers, institutions and companies can exchange ideas, strengthen relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the Valencian maritime ecosystem.
As Valencia prepares to welcome SailGP, the 52 SUPER SERIES, Valencia Boat Show and, shortly after, The Ocean Race, the city continues to consolidate its position as one of the world’s most dynamic centres for nautical innovation and maritime excellence.
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