NEWSNorth Sails to power next America’s Cup21/11/2022Save articleNorth Sails, which has powered every America’s Cup winner since 1987, will equip all entries participating in the 37th America’s Cup with its 3Di sail technology.SHOW FULLSCREENSource: North SailsNorth Sails will supply each America’s Cup team with 3Di sail technologyzoom inzoom outThe sailmaker will supply each team with 3Di sail technology, aero engineers and exclusive access to the North Design Suite, its advanced sail design and aero simulation tool.“This event is the pinnacle of our sport and proving ground for sailing technology,” said Ken Read, president of North Sails and North Technology Group.“Because of this, North Sails keeps learning and is constantly climbing the ladder in terms of product development. It is an incredible resource for the teams and in turn, our business.”Design evolutionDuring this Cup cycle, North Sails will work in close collaboration with the teams and twelve North Sails aero engineers have signed on across the five syndicates.Two key developments from the 36th Cup were how to get more range out of the sails and how to use materials in new ways to achieve that range. As a result, within six months after the final race, North Sails made Helix Structured Luff for Upwind available for all racing clients.Barcelona, Spain, will host the 37th America’s Cup in September and October 2024. The five teams signed up to compete are NYYC American Magic (USA), Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team (ITA), Alinghi Red Bull Racing (CHE), Challenger of Record INEOS Britannia (GBR), and Defender Emirates Team New Zealand (NZL).North Sails is also the official supplier of 3Di one design sails for the AC40, which will be used for the Women’s and Youth America’s Cup events.TopicsAmerica’s CupMasts, spars, sails & riggingNorth Sails

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