What Team Malizia does

Team Malizia, operating through Boris Herrmann Racing GmbH (Hamburg, Germany), is a professional offshore sailing team founded in 2016 by skipper Boris Herrmann and Pierre Casiraghi, Vice President of Yacht Club de Monaco. The team competes in elite IMOCA 60-foot events including the Vendée Globe, The Ocean Race, and Route du Rhum, and combines racing performance with a climate-science and education mission under the banner 'A Race We Must Win — Climate Action Now!'.

Its core product portfolio comprises two physical vessels — the new-generation Malizia 4 IMOCA foiling monohull (launched July 2026 in Lorient after 85,000+ build hours with 150+ contributors, featuring C3 Technologies foils, ifm sensor systems, hybrid-electric Molabo/Fischer Panda propulsion, and SEA.AI computer-vision collision avoidance) and the 86-foot Malizia Explorer research sailing vessel (launched 2025, equipped with CTD rosette and OceanPack mini-laboratory for CO2/temperature/salinity data collection in remote regions including Antarctica). Supporting products include the Malizia Live real-time data dashboard, the My Ocean Challenge children's education programme (75,000+ children reached globally since 2018), the Malizia Mangrove Park restoration project in the Philippines, and the seven-part 'Born to Race' documentary series.

The business model is sponsorship-driven rather than product-priced. Revenue is generated through multi-year corporate partnership agreements — six main partners (Yacht Club de Monaco, EFG International, Zurich Group Germany, Hapag-Lloyd, Schütz, KPMG Germany) plus tier-two and tier-three partners (Deutsche Börse Group under a 2026-2029 deal, Olymp, Got Bag) and technical partners (ifm, CDK Technologies, Molabo, Fischer Panda, B&G, Lorima, Pixel sur Mer). Go-to-market is event-driven, leveraging race participation, the Malizia Explorer port events, Kiel Week and Hamburg Sustainability Week appearances, and large-scale educational events (e.g., 3,200 children at World Ocean Day 2026) for brand visibility and partner engagement. There are no disclosed pricing models, no public revenue, and no external funding rounds; the company is privately held by its founder.

Name

Team Malizia

Legal name

Boris Herrmann Racing GmbH

Website

https://team-malizia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Offshore Sailing Team

NAICS

Ship and Boat Building (33661)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Yacht Prototype, One-Off & Concept Build Programs (IMAJAMAL)

Keywords

• Offshore sailing team
• Imoca racing
• Oceanographic research
• Sailing education programs
• Corporate sailing sponsorship

Headquarters

HQ city

Hamburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Corporate Sponsorship: Partnership agreements with six main corporate sponsors (Yacht Club de Monaco, EFG International, Zurich Group Germany, Hapag-Lloyd, Schütz, KPMG Germany) who support the racing campaign, scientific missions, and educational programs. Partners receive brand visibility on yachts, event access, and association with climate action initiatives.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Team Malizia competes in elite offshore ocean races (IMOCA class) aboard purpose-built foiling monohulls while running an integrated scientific ocean-data mission and a global children's ocean-education program. The team operates two main vessels: the Malizia 4 IMOCA race yacht (launched July 2026) and the Malizia Explorer 86-foot research sailing vessel, supported by partners including Yacht Club de Monaco, EFG International, Zurich Group Germany, Hapag-Lloyd, Schütz, and KPMG Germany.

Product overview

Team Malizia operates as a professional offshore sailing team combining elite racing with climate science and education missions. The core product portfolio centers on two distinct vessels: (1) IMOCA race yachts (currently Malizia 4) designed for high-performance offshore competitions including The Ocean Race and Vendée Globe, featuring advanced foiling technology, hybrid-electric propulsion, and onboard scientific instruments; and (2) the Malizia Explorer research sailing vessel enabling oceanographic expeditions and data collection. Supporting these vessels are digital products including the Malizia Live tracking dashboard and educational initiatives like My Ocean Challenge reaching children globally. The team also produces documentary content (Born to Race series) and operates sustainability projects including the Malizia Mangrove Park in the Philippines.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Malizia Seaexplorer: Previous generation IMOCA race yacht used for The Ocean Race and Vendée Globe competitions.
• Malizia Explorer
• Malizia 4
• My Ocean Challenge

Products and services

• Malizia 4 IMOCA Race Yacht A new-generation 60-foot IMOCA foiling monohull race yacht designed for elite offshore sailing competitions, featuring advanced composite construction, C3 Technologies foils, an enclosed cockpit with panoramic windows and steering wheels, ifm sensor systems for real-time monitoring, SEA.AI collision avoidance, and hybrid-electric propulsion. Built to compete in The Ocean Race Atlantic 2026, Route du Rhum 2026, The Ocean Race 2027, and Vendée Globe 2028-29.
• Malizia Explorer Research Vessel An 86-foot sailing research vessel equipped with CTD rosette systems and the OceanPack mini-laboratory for collecting ocean data including sea surface CO2, temperature, and salinity levels. Supports Antarctic expeditions, Baltic Sea research missions, and educational outreach.
• My Ocean Challenge Education Programme A global education programme that teaches children about ocean science, climate change, and environmental protection through sailing adventures and scientific exploration. Delivers educational materials, newsletters, quizzes, board games, and school events; provides resources in English, German, and French.
• Malizia Seaexplorer (Previous Generation IMOCA Yacht) Team Malizia's previous-generation IMOCA race yacht that finished 3rd overall in The Ocean Race 2022-23 (winning two legs) and competed in the Vendée Globe 2020-21 and 2024-25. Featured hybrid-electric propulsion and ocean data collection capabilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 75,000+ children reached through My Ocean Challenge educational program since 2018
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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AI capability2 records

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Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core, primary, sustainability and technical.

• Deutsche Börse Group (Clearstream and 360T)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 July 2026Three-year joint partnership announced July 2026 supporting participation in The Ocean Race Atlantic 2026, The Ocean Race 2027, and Vendée Globe 2028/29. Builds on existing 360T collaboration since November 2024. Focus on innovation, technology-driven performance, and data insights. Deutsche Börse is a major financial market infrastructure provider.
• Yacht Club de MonacoprimaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey founding partner since 2016 when Pierre Casiraghi (Vice President) and Boris Herrmann founded Team Malizia. The partnership reflects Monaco's heritage (boat number 1297 refers to the year Francesco Grimaldi conquered the Rock of Monaco). The Yacht Club provides sailing sports expertise and connects the team with the Principality's ocean conservation initiatives.
• EFG InternationalprimaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrivate banking partner since 2016, focused on green finance, sustainable investments, and environmental protection. Created education module from My Ocean Challenge program where EFG employees volunteer to teach ocean lessons in schools. Also supports Malizia Mangrove Park restoration in Philippines through donations in new joiner packages.
• Zurich Group GermanyprimaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerInsurance partner supporting Team Malizia's climate action mission. Joint initiative 'Turning Tides' awards the SEADS startup for ocean protection through seagrass meadow restoration. Partner in sustainability events and employee engagement activities.
• Hapag-LloydprimaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerShipping company partner focused on decarbonisation in the maritime industry. Regular partner activations including events on Malizia Explorer and discussions around sustainable shipping solutions. Strong connection to Hamburg as Hapag-Lloyd's home base.
• SchützprimaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerComposite materials partner supplying CORMASTER honeycomb material for hull and deck structures on Team Malizia boats. Technical partnership providing materials expertise for high-performance racing yacht construction.
• KPMG GermanyprimaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional services partner supporting Team Malizia's climate action and sustainability initiatives. Active in joint sustainability events, employee engagement programs, and climate education activities including participation in My Ocean Challenge events.
• Prince Albert II of Monaco FoundationsustainabilityStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupports Team Malizia's My Ocean Challenge educational programme and broader ocean conservation mission. Prince Albert II is a well-known advocate for ocean conservation and protection. Regular cooperation includes events and schoolchildren activities in Monaco.
• GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research KielsustainabilityStrategic or Co-development PartnerScientific research partner collaborating on ocean data collection and research expeditions. Joint Baltic Sea expeditions planned for summer 2026 to study seagrass and phytoplankton. Long-standing scientific partnership including onboard science programme.
• Max Planck InstitutesustainabilityStrategic or Co-development PartnerScientific partner collaborating on ocean research and climate education. Boris Herrmann serves as ambassador for Max Planck School Kiel. Collaborations include educational projects and Malizia Mangrove Park in the Philippines.
• UNESCO Intergovernmental Oceanographic CommissionsustainabilityStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership under the Ocean Decade initiative supporting ocean science and conservation. Contributes to global ocean research efforts through data collection during races and expeditions.
• IfremersustainabilityStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench marine research institute partner in ocean science initiatives. Collaborates on ocean data collection and research expeditions.
• ifm electronictechnicalTechnology or IntegrationTechnical partner providing advanced sensors for Malizia 4 including pressure sensors for ballast tank monitoring and radar sensors for foil flying height measurement. Equips racing yacht with real-time monitoring capabilities for performance optimization.
• CDK TechnologiestechnicalTechnology or IntegrationShipyard responsible for constructing Malizia 4 IMOCA in Lorient, France. Partnered with Team Malizia, TR Racing, and Team Banque Populaire for sistership development.
• GreenboatstechnicalTechnology or IntegrationBoat building partner and supplier. Won the Monaco Smart Yacht Innovation award in 2024.
• LorimatechnicalTechnology or IntegrationSupplier of IMOCA one-design rotating carbon mast for Malizia 4. Generation 2 mast stands 27 metres above deck.
• B&GtechnicalTechnology or IntegrationElectronics partner providing onboard navigation and communication systems. More than one kilometre of onboard cabling connected to B&G electronics on Malizia 4.
• MolabotechnicalTechnology or IntegrationElectric motor supplier for Malizia 4's hybrid-electric propulsion system.
• Fischer PandatechnicalTechnology or IntegrationGenerator supplier for the hybrid-electric propulsion system on Malizia 4.
• Pixel sur MertechnicalTechnology or IntegrationTechnical partner collaborating on autopilot development for Malizia 4.
• Under The PolesustainabilityStrategic or Co-development PartnerExpedition partner joining forces with Malizia Explorer for Antarctic expedition to advance science, conservation, and advocacy.
• Dorit & Alexander Otto StiftungsustainabilityStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoundation supporting My Ocean Challenge educational programme since 2023. Enables continuation and scaling of educational initiatives. Celebrating 15th anniversary with 77 supported projects.
• UNICEF GermanysustainabilityStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in World Ocean Day educational events connecting ocean conservation with children's rights. Youth participants share about right to a healthy environment.
• Greenpeace GermanysustainabilityStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental organization collaborating on ocean protection events. Upcoming mission in Baltic Sea to investigate PFAS ('forever chemicals') in marine environment.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

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Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles9 records

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