Code Green: world record start-time confirmed
Phil Sharp has confirmed a start-time of approximately 0830 UTC tomorrow for an attempt at setting a new world speed record for the Around Isle of Wight. He’ll be aiming to set the fastest [...]
Code Amber for Phil Sharp’s record attempt
Phil Sharp has moved to Code Amber for his attempt to set a new Around Isle of Wight record as a favourable weather window has been forecast for this weekend. Credit Olivier Blanchet Photographie The [...]
Sharp to attempt world record for Around Isle of Wight
Two-times world record holder Phil Sharp is on standby to attempt the Around Isle of Wight world sailing speed record and will also be raising awareness of the urgent action required to reduce maritime [...]
Why are we taking hydrogen offshore?
Exclusive interview with skipper Phil Sharp, who discusses why OceansLab will be using a pioneering hydrogen-electric system to replace a diesel generator. Phil, how does the fuel cell on the boat [...]
Clean-hydrogen fuel cell technology for OceansLab
Hydrogen fuel cell technology will be used to power the propulsion and electronic systems aboard Class 40 OceansLab, which will be tested and evolved for application to a 60ft IMOCA – planned for build [...]
Mission to win on the global racecourse with clean energy
The British single-handed sailor Phil Sharp has today announced an ambitious four-year programme of racing using clean energy. Credit Olivier Blanchet Photographie Sharp is one of Britain’s most successful solo racers and in [...]
