True floating laboratories and ambassadors of ecological transition, our vessels are exceptional platforms for identifying, testing and sharing solutions to the major threats facing the ocean.
We bring them to the world through the Race for Water Odysseys.
Bringing policy and industry leaders, NGOs and scientists together on board a single vessel creates a unique immersion into the marine world — a catalyst for building a healthy and sustainable future for the ocean.
Each stopover is an opportunity to conduct on-the-ground investigations, understand local realities, unite key actors, and facilitate the implementation of concrete solutions.
| MOBILIZING THE MARITIME SECTOR TOWARD DECARBONIZATION
Since its inception, the Race for Water Foundation has carried out its Odysses aboard pioneering vessels, designed as true real-world innovation and research platforms (R&D).
Powered by clean and breakthrough technologies, these vessels have consistently demonstrated that a new model of sustainable navigation is possible.
The new Ocean and Climate Odyssey (2025–2027) continues this trajectory.
Led by its zero-emission ambassador vessel, the MODX 70, it propels the ACT program toward a new strategic frontier: the decarbonization of maritime transport, driven by:
— onboard technological demonstration,
— international workshops convening decision-makers and industrial leaders,
— the deployment and sharing of actionable solutions with territories and market players.
IF THE SHIPING INDUSTRY WERE A COUNTRY, IT WOULD BE THE 6TH LARGEST CO2 EMITTER. LUCKILY, WE CAN USE THE WIND AND THE SUN TO BRING US TO THE FUTURE : DARE TO CHANGE, FOR THE OCEAN.
With global trade volumes continuing to grow, emissions from maritime transport now rival those of aviation.
Yet it is still possible to reverse the trend and restore navigation to an ecological model aligned with the marine environment.
Race for Water is committed to working alongside its partners and industry stakeholders to accelerate the decarbonization of the maritime sector.
| A STRATEGY GROUNDED IN ECO-INNOVATION AND CLIMATE RESILIENCE
| UNITING MARITIME STAKEHOLDERS
A core pillar of the ACT program within the Ocean and Climate Odyssey (2025–2027) is to bring together maritime actors around decarbonization.
Through a series of international workshops held during its stopovers, the Foundation convenes scientists, companies, institutions and local authorities to co-develop practical solutions.
The first seminar, “Full Sail Ahead for the Decarbonization of Maritime Transport”, took place aboard the MODX 70 in Marseille, May 2025.
2015–2020: TWO EXPEDITIONS AGAINST PLASTIC POLLUTION
The first two Odysseys were dedicated to the fight against plastic pollution.
They allowed the Foundation to document the magnitude of the issue, mobilize international decision-makers, and test new economic and social models integrating innovative solutions to prevent plastic waste from reaching the ocean.
