Innovsail - The international conference dedicated to cutting-edge research and technology in sailing

3–5 June 2026 in Gothenburg

INNOV’SAIL

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON INNOVATION IN HIGH PERFORMANCE SAILING YACHTS AND WIND-ASSISTED SHIPS

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INNOV’sail 2026 – Shaping the Future of Sailing Innovation
Join us in Gothenburg from 3–5 June 2026 for INNOV’sail, the premier international conference dedicated to cutting-edge research and technology in sailing.
This unique event brings together scientists, engineers, designers, and industry leaders to explore breakthroughs in hydrodynamics, aerodynamics, materials, and performance optimization.
Hosted in the heart of the new SailGP Swedish Team and the hub for wind-assisted propulsion, INNOV’sail 2026 will feature keynote presentations, technical sessions, and networking opportunities, fostering collaboration between academia and industry to drive innovation in competitive and sustainable sailing.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of the conversation shaping the next generation of sailing technology!

INNOV’sail, the International Conference on Innovation in High Performance Sailing Yachts and Wind Assisted Ships.

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The event’s highlights

3 DAYS FILLED WITH CUTTING-EDGE SCIENTIFIC PRESENTATIONS AND KEYNOTE

The conference will provide an international forum for the presentation and discussion of the latest scientific and technological research and its application in the complex field of sailing. The applications may be related to yacht racing, wind-assisted ships and high-performance sailing.

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

INNOV’sail 2026 will offer a unique opportunity to scientists, naval architects, engineers, sailors, ship owners, sail makers, ship and yacht builders, rig specialists, wind propulsion system developpers and all the stakeholders in shipping, and others involved in this fascinating and challenging field to come together to share skills and know-how, to deepen certain topics and to do business. A meeting platform will allow you to pre-build your appointment programme and mingle with whomever you want during the event.