A+T's wind sensors in the Vendee Globe

by A+T Instruments 28 Mar 09:21 PDT

Huge congratulations to Charlie Dalin © IMOCA MACIF

A+Ts wind sensors in the Vendee Globe

Huge congratulations to Charlie Dalin on MACIF for his flawless performance in winning the 24/25 edition of the prestigious Vendee Globe. He crossed the finish line after 64 days, 19 hours, 22 minutes and 49 seconds, smashing the previous record by more than 9 days and 8 hours.

MACIF was fitted with A+Ts 510 digital wind sensor which gave unflinching performance in often challenging conditions for the solo non-stop trip around the globe.

A+T worked closely with Pierre Dayot of MerConcept, the MACIF support team as well as several other Vendee competitors who were also relying on A+T. Were pleased to say were already hearing from other IMOCA teams who are planning to install A+T for future races.

A+T dominance at 2025 Caribbean regattas

Its been a spectacular 2025 Caribbean season for A+T boats, which relied on our instruments to help them take top spots across the three main regattas.

In the RORC Caribbean 600 in Antigua, Lucky took Monohull line honours with an elapsed time of 1 day 17 hours 14 minutes 12 seconds. It was the 16^th edition of the thrilling race which brings together a world-class fleet and takes in 11 stunning Caribbean islands. Lucky uses our advanced Vertical masthead unit and high performance PCB. Leopard 3 came in second in the 600-mile race with an elapsed time of 1 day, 19 hours, 17 minutes and 1 second. This boat has a full A+T system onboard including our ATPX processor and our super-clear Big Function Displays (BFD) on the mast.

The Antigua Superyacht Challenge saw first, second and third places for Adela, Rebecca and Freya in the Half Round the Island, and Action, Gitana and Hummingbird topped the board for the Full Round the Island race. Adela has a full system onboard with a ATP1 processor and MFD displays, as well as custom items for reading propellor pitch through a mini display and integrating the keel position sensor into the displays. Freya also has a full system with upgraded processor and BFD mast displays.

The Buccaneers class was won by Freya with Hummingbird second, Action and Gitana came top in the Corsairs Class and Adela and Rebecca topped the Privateers. Action and Gitana are both running our ATP1 processors and MFD displays, integrating with other equipment. Many other boats in the Antigua Superyacht Challenge use our superior masthead unit components like bearings and vanes.

Velsheda triumphed in the Class B Gazelles in the St Barths Bucket Regatta. Class C Les Elegantes was won by Hyperion with Adela second, and Hummingbird and Freya placed first and second in Class D Les Petites Dames. In Class F Les Mademoiselles, Whisper came first and Action second, and Rosehearty placed second in Class G Les Grandes Dames. Rosehearty is another boat enjoying a full A+T system, and they installed a new A+T vertical wand for the regatta. Velsheda has a full set of highly visible mast displays. Many other boats in the fleet use our shut off valves, speed and depth sensors. Action received last minute on-site tech support from A+T to optimise their system for the competitive racers onboard.

Palma International Boat Show 30^th April 3^rd May

Were gearing up for this years exciting Palma International Boat Show.

Come and meet the team from A+T on our stand in the Refit & Repair area for a full demonstration of all our equipment. We can draw up preliminary quotes and costings on the spot, and if your boat is on the dock we can even come down to see what you need and make recommendations. Drop by or book an appointment by emailing sales@aandtinstruments.com

Let us know if you would like tickets for the event as we have some to give away.

Recruitment: tell the world about A+T

A+T Instruments is expanding and were advertising for a new Marketing Manager to tell the world about us. Its a hybrid role at our Lymington office with some travel. Were looking for a multi-tasker with excellent skills across digital and traditional marketing channels, events, SEO and website, film-making and more. Strong project management skills are a must as youll be overseeing freelance and agency input as well. Ideally wed also love someone with an understanding of the yachting industry and the technology landscape. Its a big role and an exciting time in our 10th anniversary year.

Were also looking for Technical Support, a role which offers a marvellous opportunity to go sailing, travel the world and work at the high-end of instrument technology for someone with an exceptional level of expertise. And an additional Sales Executive to work with our Head of Sales Pete Simmonds. Again another fantastic opportunity to travel and enjoy regattas, as well as the potential to continue professional sailing, for the right person with a great yachting contacts book and who speaks our customers language.

To find out more telephone +44 01590 718182 or email info@aandtinstruments.com

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Having been a lifelong users of B&G it was a big decision to start using A+T. Having started the changeover I could not be happier. They seamlessly work with the B&G we have on board and I am happy to start the process of upgrade all over the yacht. Congratulations. A product that really works.

Capt Mark Stevens

Servicing and Upgrades

Send your wind sensors, displays and other instruments to A+T for servicing. We can refurbish and have them returned to you, no need to purchase new. We will repair, in many cases, upgrade your existing equipment.

You can get all the parts you need to service and refit your wind instruments or send the whole unit to us as we are happy to check, service and upgrade for you.

We keep all wind instruments in stock available for same day shipping.

Whether or not youre already an A+T customer - please feel free to call or email us - were here to help!

Wishing you all happy and successful sailing over the coming weeks.

Best wishes,

The A+T Instruments Team