Some parts in the yacht are machined by DMG MORI’s latest 5-axis and mill-turn machines. Under the team slogan “Global One,” we will create the best team ever and complete the round-the-world course. I am honored and grateful to sail with DMG MORI. I was deeply disappointed, but from the moment I accepted and overcome the sorrow and decided to run the race again, I became a challenger, not a loser. As the first Asian who joined the race, I wanted to cross the finish line but failed to do so.
Shiraishi: I had been dreaming of participating the race for 30 years, and the dream came true in 2016. It also emphasizes our determination to overcome any hardships together in the race.Ī comment from the team’s skipper, Mr. The black-and-white-based body incorporates DMG MORI brand image, rigidness to sail through raging waves, high speed achieved by latest technology, and solidarity of DMG MORI, the team members, and all the other relevant parties. Shiraishi’s racing boats since 2002, created the new yacht design. Masaki Takayama, Managing Director of Etre Design Co., Ltd. The yacht is named “DMG MORI Global One.” It represents our “Global One” spirit, under which DMG MORI employees, customers, partner and associated companies, the team members, and fans around the world are united together to support the team. DMG MORI Global One (image with the main sail open) “IMOCA60”: 60 ft (18.28 m) in length, 5.85 m in width, 28 m in height (mast)
