BMW technology transfer in the America’s Cup.

Munich/New York. BMW is “Global Partner” of the
America’s Cup Event Authority (ACEA), the organiser of the 35th
America’s Cup. The America’s Cup is the oldest trophy in international
sport and is also seen as the most demanding sailing event,
challenging the best athletes and the most innovative technology. BMW
also supports ORACLE TEAM USA as Technology Partner with engineering
expertise from the world of automobile design. The team’s mission is
to win the America’s Cup for the third consecutive time.

BMW cooperates with ORACLE TEAM USA’s design team in these fields:

  • From sailing to flying: aerodynamics are a key factor in the
    America’s Cup.

  • Technology transfer in both directions: America’s Cup yachts
    and
    BMW i cars are made with BMW carbon expertise.

  • BMW Motorsport engineers develop intuitive cockpit design.

  • History of BMW technology transfer at a glance.

  • BMW i technology enables zero-emission mobility in the
    America’s Cup.

  • An interview with ORACLE TEAM USA Performance Director Ian
    Burns: “BMW provides a huge advantage”.

  • BMW is “Global Partner” of the 35th America’s Cup and
    Technology Partner of the Defender ORACLE TEAM USA.