Sailor but also architect… Charlie Dalin claims loud and strong that this double culture is a major asset to aim for victory in the Vendée Globe. His new Verdier plan is innovative and well-structured, like him – convinced that it’s the smallest details which make the biggest difference. With MerConcept, François Gabart’s company, Charlier has been able to express his vision while benefitting from the 2012 Vendée Globe winner’s and team’s obvious experience.

Charlie Dalin doesn’t leave much to pure chance. Everyone that has worked with him underlines his meticulous side, his high level of requirement, his permanent strive for excellence. After having learned on the Mini circuit, he entered the Pôle Finistère Course au Large of Port-la-Forêt and became one of its driving forces. Selected for the MACIF excellence team, he wore the colors of the team from 2015 to 2018. His results and involvement have earned him a selection as Apivia’s skipper, one of the branches of the insurance group.