Setting Sail for Progress: Boris Herrmann's Malizia Explorer
Sailor Herrmann unveils novel research vessel in the world - World traveler sailor, Herrmann, unveils pioneering research ship in latest development.
Berlin buzzes with anticipation as Boris Herrmann, the six-time world sailor from Hamburg, unveils his latest venture—not a racing yacht, but a research vessel. Dubbed the Malizia Explorer, this ship is set to sail the seas, advancing marine research, and championing climate protection causes in parallel with competitive sailing. The grand reveal took place at the inaugural National Maritime Conference in the Westhafen Event and Convention Center, Berlin.
The Malizia Explorer is no ordinary vessel. Once a 26-meter aluminum cruise ship built in 2005, it has been transformed and revamped over the winter by Team Malizia, ready to embark on a new mission. The vessel will be officially named by world-renowned oceanographer and researcher Sylvia Earle on June 6 in Monaco. The project boasts the support of esteemed institutions such as the German shipping company F Laeisz, the Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI), GEOMAR, Hereon, the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO, and other partners.
Herrmann Vision: Giving the Ocean a Voice
Herrmann, aiming for his third solo Vendée Globe race participation in 2028 and gearing up for the Ocean Race Europe this summer, had this to say about the research project: "It's a bold step towards uniting sailors, scientists, and creatives to let the ocean speak up." Team Malizia describes the initiative as a "courageous project" and calls for collaboration, inviting partners to join forces for scientific exploration and discovery. Initial missions will lead to the Mediterranean, with future expeditions planned for the Arctic and Antarctic.
Ambitious Agenda: Shaping National Priorities
Team Malizia aspires to influence national policies concerning climate and health through this venture. Their long-standing slogan, "A Race We Must Win – Climate Action Now!," is a testament to their commitment to environmental activism.
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The Malizia Explorer represents a groundbreaking leap in marine research and climate protection efforts, merging competitive sailing with scientific exploration and communication for the greater good of the ocean and the planet.
Key Features and Mission:
- High-Tech Research Tools: Equipped with instruments like an Ocean Pack for continuous data collection and a CTD rosette for water sampling, the Malizia Explorer is primed for collecting insightful data about the changing oceans [1].
- Global Expeditions: From the sun-soaked Mediterranean to the frigid waters of the Arctic and Antarctic, the Malizia Explorer will undertake a series of missions, expanding our understanding of the world's oceans [1].
- Public Engagement and Education: The Malizia Explorer is not merely a research vessel; it is a platform for communicating the urgent message about ocean health and climate change, engaging the public to spread awareness and inspire action [1].
- Launch and Christening: Launched in April 2025, the Malizia Explorer will be christened in Monaco on June 6, 2025, by esteemed oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle, just before World Ocean Day [1].
Collaboration and Future Plans:
- Partnerships and Crew: Team Malizia is eager to onboard scientists, researchers, and crew members, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing [1].
- Racing and Research: Beyond this research venture, Team Malizia remains committed to competitive sailing. Boris Herrmann aims to take part in the Vendée Globe race starting in 2028 [5].
[1] Enrichment data[5] Additional enrichment data related to Boris Herrmann's racing career and future plans.
- Boris Herrmann, the German sailor from Hamburg, is preparing to set sail with his research vessel, the Malizia Explorer, an upcoming project that aims to advance marine research and champion climate protection causes.
- Originally a 26-meter aluminum cruise ship built in 2005, the Malizia Explorer has been transformed by Team Malizia over the winter and will be officially named by oceanographer Sylvia Earle in Monaco on June 6.
- The Malizia Explorer will sail from Berlin, announcing its mission to gather scientific data in the changing oceans, starting with expeditions in the Mediterranean and continuing to the Arctic and Antarctic.
- Aside from its research focus, the Malizia Explorer serves as a platform for public engagement and education on ocean health and climate change.
- As part of his ambitious agenda, Boris Herrmann hopes to use the Malizia Explorer's research findings to influence national policies in Germany and beyond, in the fight against climate change.
