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We are thrilled to share the remarkable achievement of the Rijeka-based team at the prestigious Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, organized by the Yacht Club de Monaco under the patronage of Prince Albert II. Members of the Association of Applied Technical Sciences, engineers, and students from the Faculty of Maritime Studies and other faculties of the University of Rijeka, competed in the "Energy" class with their impressive vessel, "Vilson," and secured an outstanding 2nd place among 17 teams from around the world.
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The catamaran "Vilson," named after the great-grandfather of one of the team members, measures 4.95 meters in length and 2.5 meters in width. It is powered by an 11 kW motor and draws energy from a 10 kW battery, which the team members built themselves.
These dedicated students and engineers have proven themselves formidable competitors against some of the biggest names in the maritime industry, and we are proud that Kelteks played a role in their success.
Key facts
| Application | Nautic |
| Used products | kelteks Edge Protector, kelteks Resin, kelteks WOVEN ROVING glass |
| Year | 2023 |
| Location | Croatia |
| Vessel Name | Vilson |
| Vessel Dimensions | Length 4.95 m, Width 2.5 m |
The power of innovation, collaboration, and dedication
"Vilson" was constructed using kelteks WOVEN ROWING Glass, kelteks Edge protector, and kelteks Resin produced by Kelteks. Our reinforcement solutions contributed to the vessel’s performance, and we are honored to be part of this inspiring and successful story.
Work has already begun on the vessel for the 2025 competition, and expectations are high!
This extraordinary achievement demonstrates the power of innovation, collaboration, and dedication. We congratulate the entire team on their remarkable success and wish them continued success in future competitions!
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