At TEMO, we love great sea stories, especially when they combine audacity, commitment, and innovation. And that's exactly what our meeting with skipper Marc Guillemot symbolizes: a sailor like no other, and an extraordinary boat, the MG5.
When electric innovation meets responsible sailing.
When electric innovation crosses paths with a committed sailor, it results in a meaningful collaboration. TEMO France is partnering with skipper Marc Guillemot, an emblematic figure of responsible boating, by equipping the dinghy of his MG5 catamaran with a TEMO·1000 electric motor. An alliance that paves the way for high-performance, economical, and environmentally friendly boating.
Marc Guillemot, pioneer of responsible offshore racing.
Since the 80s, Marc Guillemot has been sailing all seas, from the Vendée Globe to the Antilles. Podiums, victories, records: his track record speaks for itself. But what inspires us even more is his vision: to prove that performance and energy efficiency can go hand in hand.
His MG5 catamaran is floating proof of this: a 52-foot vessel designed by Barreau-Neuman, conceived for a different way of sailing. Autonomy, comfort, and respect for the environment are not options, but the core of the project. Moreover, it's no coincidence that the boat is named DAZEILAD, which means alternative in Breton.
"The MG5 is a boat characterized by its eco-responsible and innovative concept. A construction mindful of its carbon footprint. Eco-responsible through the adaptation and enhancement of parts and elements designed for racing boats, Innovative through the attachment of the pod on silent blocks and the internal descents via the cockpit." -
The choice of the TEMO electric motor.
In this approach, Marc Guillemot made a simple choice: replace the combustion engine of his tender with a TEMO·1000. Light, powerful, and easy to handle, it perfectly matches the spirit of the MG5. A concrete step to sail differently, without noise, without smoke, and with a smile.
TEMO·1000 electric outboard motor
An inspiring showcase for the transition.
The partnership between TEMO and Marc Guillemot is not limited to a simple technical installation. The MG5 will be present at numerous nautical events, in France as well as in the Caribbean, where it will become a living showcase for more responsible sailing:
- In the Caribbean: Caribbean 600, Heineken Regatta, Voiles de Saint Barth
- On the Atlantic: Armen Race, Drheam Cup, Rolex Fastnet, Transat ARC
So many opportunities to show that tomorrow's boating already exists, and that it can be both high-performing, elegant, and respectful of the planet.
