Bringing real time, AI driven data analysis to The Famous Project CIC in its sporting, scientific and environmental challenges across the oceans, empowering an international all-female crew to break barriers and make maritime history with the Jules Verne Trophy as their first milestone.
"By combining software engineering, AI, data visualization, and the design of intuitive and immersive digital interfaces, we are developing solutions that help to secure, optimize, and share an extraordinary adventure. The Famous Project CIC is a true open-air laboratory where technological innovation meets human excellence."
— Mohammed Sijelmassi, Chief Technological Officer, Sopra Steria
As a major technological partner over the next three years, Sopra Steria will harness the full power of its expertise in artificial intelligence and digital innovation to support The Famous Project CIC in its sporting, scientific and environmental challenges.
At Sopra Steria, we believe that technology really comes into its own when it supports progress and collective performance. This partnership illustrates our ability to put AI and digital innovation at the service of an ambitious project, driven by the values of a sport of excellence. We are keen to involve all our employees in this collective challenge, which combines technological performance, innovation and social commitment.
Béatrice Mandine
Head of Sopra Steria Group Communication
To make a difference Sopra Steria and The Famous Project CIC believe our actions can shape a better world. That’s why our collaboration is designed to have an impact. Supporting Alexia Barrier and her team’s attempt to be the first international all female crew to race around the world non-stop, unassisted. Helping to preserve the environment by analyzing data to better understand oceans and the climate. Contributing to science by collecting insights on women’s health under extreme conditions.
Sopra Steria and The Famous Project are committed to setting new sporting records while driving technological innovation. As Alexia Barrier’s team takes on the Jules Verne Trophy, we provide them with cutting-edge technology to help them succeed. From advanced navigation support and ocean data collection to ecosystem analysis and beyond, our solutions contribute to the ambition, safety, and impact of The Famous Project.
Sopra Steria and The Famous Project CIC embark on a real-life adventure across the ocean. Our partnership is built on trust and a shared belief: it’s only through united effort that we can achieve our goals. This collaborative endeavor is embodied by Alexia Barrier, an experienced and committed skipper who shares our entrepreneurial spirit, at the right balance between independence and teamwork. For the next 3 years, we’ll work in concert for this human adventure.
A prominent female name in offshore sailing, with a successful 20-year career, Alexia has sailed the equivalent of 10 laps around the planet, completing the iconic solo, non-stop Vendée Globe in 2021 and has raced across the Atlantic no less than 18 times.
Alexia is delighted with this collaboration: "Having Sopra Steria as a technology partner means that we can benefit from cutting-edge support to better anticipate conditions at sea, optimise our decision-making and share our progress in real time with the shore team and as many people as possible. This support is essential if we are to manage the technical challenges of a non-stop round the world race and remain fully focused on our sporting objective."
Two weeks ago, Alexia, Molly, Annemieke and Tamara had their first go on the Maxi Trimaran IDEC Sport. Training will begin soon for the team, now based out of Brest.
Most people think the challenge is sailing around the world - but that’s the part sailors live for. The real test is getting to the start line: turning a dream into something real. How do you get people to believe in you, especially when you’re chasing something that’s never been done before? This is the story of what it really takes to reach the start line of a world record attempt - the highs, the lows, and everything in between.
Stay connected to The Famous Project CIC with our dedicated application. Download the free app and experience the adventure in real time: follow the crew live at sea, explore official routes, track progress and records, and discover exclusive insights from our experts. With Sopra Steria, technology brings you closer to the action every wave, every challenge, every achievement.