Kuka 3, owned by Franco Niggeler, claimed a stunning victory at the 45th edition of the Middle Sea Race, securing both the ORC overall scoreboard and class win. This year’s race proved to be quite the challenge, with the fleet facing two brutal storms packing winds over 50 knots, interspersed with stretches of frustrating calm. A key factor in their success was the brand new full inventory of 4T FORTE Sails, which powered them through both the fierce gales and the windless lulls. On board, they had experienced OneSails sailors, including Samuele Nicoletti and Sandro Montefusco, whose expertise played a crucial role in managing the changing conditions.

After 17 intense trials and a point-to-point battle, Sagola SailingTeam - the Farr 45 of Fornich-Battistoni-Sorrentino, helmed by Peppe Fornich - won the overall victory in the championship, taking the coveted trophy! The competition, which involved about 500 boats, began in April and ended in late September with this incredible feat. We would like to give special applause to the entire crew for their determination and commitment. And a big recognition to our Paolo Giumarra of Onesails Sicily for his contribution in the team!

We could not have chosen a better moment than the Genoa Boat Show to announce the new partnership between Slam and OneSails! A decisive meeting between Marco Perazzo, SLAM's Worldwide B2B & Trade Director, and Dede De Luca, CEO of OneSails, marks the beginning of a project oriented towards innovation and sustainability through material excellence This collaboration brings together two icons of Made in Italy : SLAM, technical supplier for the Defender Emirates Team New Zealand in the America's Cup, and OneSails, a leader in the creation of lightweight and sustainable sails thanks to their unique membrane technology. SLAM and OneSails together for a new route in the nautical world, guided by passion, tradition and respect for the sea.

The Sugar Sailing Team reconfirmed themselves as champions in the waters of Mariehamn, Åland, defending their title with determination in a tight championship until the last race. Here is the comment of Simone Ferrarese, tactician on board: "It was a close race until the end. The boat was always fast, making the tactics easier. With two non-discardable offshore races, the risk was high and in the last one we had some difficulties, so the last day was crucial. The guys did a great job and we managed to finish successfully. We are really happy to end the year like this and we are looking forward to next season." Italia 9.98/EST Sugar is equipped with a full set of Onesails sails with 4T FORTE™ technology for upwind sails. The innovative Onesails technology and the close collaboration between the team and Sandro Montefusco of Loft OneSails South Italy, has contributed to this sporting success. This year, the team chose to lengthen the bowsprit and increase the gennaker surface area (120 square metres instead of 110), improving performance for the entire inventory of downwind sails: AF0 girth 85%, A1, A2, A3