Sonabia 2 was launched yesterday in the port of Socoa, Iparralde, France (Basque Country).
Tricky, given the size of the boat, the narrow access and the shallow port, but everything went well, thanks to the Chantier Naval de Socoa (special thanks to the former manager, VF).
Then sailing with engine to Hendaye, where Sonabia 2 will be during the next weeks.
Program: extensive testing. Then if everything goes well, Cape Horn and Antarctica.
Almost 8 years since the start of the work. Special thanks to all the friends that helped us along the project, PC, OM, CT, JMA, JGT, PL, C&MP, MB and many others.
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courtesy Sandrine
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courtesy Teresa, Juan
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