Conference Program
This Symposium is your opportunity to meet and network with new contacts, and forge new business relationships. Be informed, contribute and benefit from the annual meeting for the design of sailing and yacht racing – you will not be disappointed! The Symposium programme is as follows:
Tuesday 8 December, 2009
18.30 – 21.30 Welcome Reception at the Yacht Club de Monaco
Attended by all participants of the World Yacht Racing Forum and the Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium
Wednesday 9 December, 2009 – Day 1
08.00 Registration, Welcome and Exhibition Viewing
09.15 Keynote Opening Address
Juan Kouyoumdjian, YRDTS Chairman & Yacht Designer
09.30 Panel Session/Debate
Race Boat Design and Hydrodynamic Testing – What is the evaluation process?
Panelists will discuss and debate a host of issues on race boat design and hydrodynamic testing and the audience has the opportunity to shape, debate and ask questions to our industry experts. Topics for discussions include;
• Tank testing
• Canting keels
• Water ballast
• Rudder and keel design
• Hull shape
• Hydrodynamic forces
Panel members include:
Andy Claughton, Engineer, Wolfson Unit, Southampton University *
Dr Rodrigo Azcueta, Cape Horn Engineering SL
Yann Roux, Owner, K Epsilon
Pete Melvin, Morrelli & Melvin Design
Juan Kouyoumdjian, YRDTS Chairman & Yacht Designer
10.30 Networking Refreshments and Exhibition Viewing
Attended by all participants of the Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium and World Yacht Racing Forum
11.15 Panel Session/Debate
ISO Structural Standards – What are the implications and challenges for the Race Boat Industry?
Panelists will discuss and debate a host of issues on composite technology and the race boat build process. The audience has the opportunity to shape debate and ask questions to our industry experts. Topics for discussions include;
• What are the critical factors for maximum hull strength v minimum weight?
• Latest materials
• Lamination and the production process
• Strength v weight optimisation
• Understanding loading and key stress points
• Key Factors in delamination
• Structural Design
Panel members include:
Andrea Avaldi, AB Structures Advanced Structural Design
Jason Smithwick – ISAF Head of Technical and Offshore Dep’t
Julien Sellier, Project Manager, SP Systems (Gurit)
Dr. John Nixon, Technical Manager, Advanced Composites Group
Simon Rogers (Rogers Yacht Design)
12.20 Networking Lunch and Exhibition Viewing
Attended by all participants of the Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium and World Yacht Racing Forum
14.30 Panel Session/Debate
Composite Rigging – What are the latest innovations in Rig Development?
Panelists will discuss and debate a host of issues on Rig technology and composite rigging and the audience has the opportunity to shape debate and ask questions to our industry experts. Topics for discussions include;
• Measurement processes for maximum speed
• Hydraulics in rig optimisation
• Understanding rig loadings
• Mast bend and sail shape
Panel members include:
Scott Vogel, Head of Composite Rigging, Southern Spars
Franck de Ryvoire, Founder, Ryvoire Engineering
Eric Hall, CEO, Hall Spars
Ewan Mclellan, CEO, Future Fibres
Gert Jan Uijtdewilligen, CEO, Holmatro Marine
15.30 Networking Refreshments and Exhibition Viewing
Attended by all participants of the Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium and World Yacht Racing Forum
16.15 Panel Session / Debate
Coatings Technology – The latest in innovations and international legislation
Panelists will discuss and debate a host of issues on coatings technology and the audience has the opportunity to shape debate and ask questions to our industry experts. Topics for discussions include;
• V.O.C Environmental Legislation
• Solid Coatings – The Way Forward?
• Perfecting Paint Applications
• Warranty Case Studies
• How to Maximise Laminar Flow
Panel members include:
Ken Hickling, Global Manager, Awl Grip (Akzo Nobel)
Remy Millot, Managing Director, Pinmar Yacht Painting Systems
Mr. Francois, Head of Solvent Emissions Directive (SED) *
Geir Slettingdalen, Global Innovation Yachting Manager, Jotun
17.00 Chairman’s Closing Remarks
17.15 Exhibition Viewing
Attended by all participants of the World Yacht Racing Forum and Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium
18.30 ‘Track & Ocean’ Cocktail Reception
Attended by all participants of the World Yacht Racing Forum, the Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium and the Motorsport Business Forum
Le Méridien Beach Plaza Hotel
Thursday 10th December, 2009 – Day 2
08.00 Registration, Welcome and Exhibition Viewing
09.15 Keynote Opening Address
Juan Kouyoumdjian, YRDTS Chairman & Yacht Designer
09.30 Panel Session/Debate
Sail Technology – The latest Developments to Maximise Speed Advantage
Panelists will discuss and debate a host of issues on Sail technology and the audience has the opportunity to shape debate and ask questions to our industry experts. Topics for discussions include;
• Understanding Aerodynamics in Sail Shape
• The latest in Sailcloth Fabrication
• Sail Shape Optimisation for Wind and Sea conditions
• Fast Sails - Key Factors in the build process?
Panel members include:
Laurent Delage, Special Projects, North Sails France
Dr Patrick Bott, Lecturer, French Naval Institute
David Le Pelly, Yacht Research Unit, The University of Auckland
Dr Sabrina Malpede - Managing Director, Smar Azure
10.30 Networking Refreshments and Exhibition Viewing
Attended by all participants of the Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium and World Yacht Racing Forum
11.15 Panel Session/Debate
Hardware, Sheets & Electronics Technology
Panelists will discuss and debate a host of issues about deck hardware, sheets and the latest electronic technologies. The audience has the opportunity to shape debate and ask questions to our industry experts. Topics for discussions include;
• Deck Strengthening & High Load Hardware
• Deck Hardware & Sheet Loading Calculations
• 'Reading the Numbers' from Race Boat Electronics
• Course Optimisation via Weather and Tidal Data
Panel members include:
Chris Hill - Design Director, Spinlock
Simon Holloway, Development Manager, Cosworth
Pierre Asselin, Director, Karver Systems
Luigi Maffioli, Director, Gottifredi Maffioli
Marcel Alberts, Global Marketing Manager Sports, DSM Dyneema
12.15 Chairman’s Closing Remarks
CONCLUSION OF YRDTS. DELEGATES ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THE FINAL TWO SESSIONS OF THE WORLD YACHT RACING FORUM IN THE MAIN AUDITORIUM AS FOLLOWS;
12.20 Networking Lunch and Exhibition Viewing
Attended by all participants of the World Yacht Racing Forum and the Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium
14.00 Panel Session / Debate
What is the Future of Multihull Racing?
Multihull racing is becoming much more of a spectator sport with its fast action and impressive 'flying hulls'. Are multihulls taking over from their single hull counterparts, and are they really the future of yacht racing for the masses? Panelists will discuss the case for 21st centuary and the audience has the opportunity to shape debate and ask questions to our industry experts.
Panelists include
Cam Lewis, Professional Sailor
Franck David, Project Manager, MOD 70
Mitch Booth, Tornado Olympic Gold Medallist
Michel Desjoyeaux, Multi Vendee Globe Winner
15.00 Networking Refreshments and Exhibition Viewing
Attended by all participants of the World Yacht Racing Forum and the Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium
15.30 America's Cup Presentation by BMW ORACLE Racing
Russell Coutts, CEO and Skipper
15.45 America's Cup Presentation by Team Alinghi
Brad Butterworth, Skipper and Vice-President
16.00 Panel Session / Debate
The America’s Cup, what is the future for the Challengers?
An international panel of America's Cup experts will answer questions facing the current America's Cup situation, and discuss solutions for the future of the world's oldest sporting trophy and Sailing's most coveted prize.
Panelists include
Russell Coutts, CEO and Skipper, BMW ORACLE Racing
Brad Butterworth, Skipper and Vice-President, Team Alinghi
Paul Cayard, Professional Sailor
Stephan Kandler, CEO, K Challenge
Magnus Holmberg, Skipper, Victory Challenge
Sotoris Buseas, CEO, Greek Challenge
Marcus Hutchinson, Director, Team Origin
Nicolo Bastianini, Vice Chairman and legal advisor of Green Comm Challenge
17.00 Chairman’s Closing Remarks
17.15 Closing Networking Cocktail Refreshments and Exhibition Viewing
Attended by all participants of the World Yacht Racing Forum and the Yacht Racing Design and Technology Symposium
NB * = Invited but not yet Confirmed
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