With tilting keel technology, Hypersail is the first 100-foot monoskeleton designed to fly over water without using fossil fuels
Ferrari has announced its new entry into the market with the Hypersail, a 30-meter racing yacht. Presented at Milan Design Week, the project marks the brand’s entry into high-performance sailing racing, using a “flying monoscaf” concept that redefines modern hydrodynamics.
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Hypersail was developed to break water speed records. Unlike conventional yachts, it uses full-foiling technology, a tilting keel system combined with two “T” side foils with active flaps. These appendages lift the carbon fiber hull out of the water, reducing drag almost to zero and allowing the vessel to “fly” over the waves.
The flight control systems were derived directly from Ferrari’s experience in Formula 1 and hypercars, ensuring stability and precision in extreme ocean conditions.
Under the leadership of Flavio Manzoni, Ferrari Design Studio has opted for an aesthetic that prioritizes visibility and historical tradition. The livery abandons the traditional red in favor of the Nuova Gialli Fly, a classic yellow that debuted on the Ferrari 275 GTB in 1964.
The Hypersail’s look comes with a tapered silhouette that refers to the models of the Icona series (Monza SP1 and SP2), while the design of the cabin and the command roof is a direct reference to the 499P hypercar, winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
However, one of the great assets of the project is sustainability. The yacht is designed to operate without fossil fuels, utilizing a combination of solar, wind and kinetic energy. State-of-the-art solar panels are integrated into the deck and sides; they have a special texture that offers grip for the crew to walk on them without compromising power generation, which can reach 20 kW.
Currently in the final stages of systems validation, Hypersail is expected to start its first sea trials in 2026. The project has already generated nine exclusive patents, positioning Ferrari as an elite competitor also in the high-tech nautical segment.
