A giant born from transformation
Actual Leader traces its origins to the legendary Geronimo, Olivier de Kersauson’s trimaran built in 2001 by Multiplast. Purchased in 2013 by Thomas Coville and renamed Sodebo Ultim’, the boat underwent 14 months of major transformations at Multiplast in Vannes. The central hull was lengthened by 3 meters to reach 31 meters, foils and rudders were added to the floats, and the entire structure was lightened by 6 tonnes. In late 2018, the Actual Group acquired this trimaran and entrusted it to skipper Yves Le Blévec, who renamed it Actual Leader after 6 months of modifications.
Technical specifications and innovations
The Actual Leader trimaran complies with the Ultim 32/23 rule, with a maximum length of 32 meters and a beam of 23 meters. Derived from the transformation of Geronimo, this platform benefits from the expertise of VPLP Design for naval architecture, with structures designed by HDS (Hervé Devaux Structures) and GSEA Design. The floats were fitted with new ‘Dreadnought’ bows and foils enabling the boat to fly above the water. The mast and boom were also modernized during the transformation carried out by Multiplast, resulting in a boat significantly more performant than the original Geronimo.
Palmarès with Actual Leader
Under the colors of Actual Leader, Yves Le Blévec and his crew competed in the greatest races in the Ultim class. In June 2019, the trimaran competed in the Armen Race, finishing behind Sodebo Ultim 3 and Edmond de Rothschild. During the Rolex Fastnet Race in August 2019, Actual Leader ranked behind the same competitors. In December 2019, the boat secured a strong third place in the Brest Atlantiques with a crew including Yves Le Blévec, Alex Pella, and Ronan Gladu. In 2021, the boat was sold to the Brest-based company Brest Ultim Sailing, marking the end of the Actual Leader adventure after the Actual Group acquired Macif 100 to continue its commitment to the Ultim class.
