Hirsch x Mikael Mergui
A strategic and human
partnership offshore
In 2025, Hirsch was launched in France with the ambition of establishing strong, long‑term roots in the country, driven by a clear vision of security: reliable, demanding, and deeply human. It was in this context that the partnership with Mikael Mergui, Class40 skipper, was born. From the very beginning, this collaboration was an obvious fit. Beyond sponsorship, Hirsch and Mikael share the same approach to performance: total commitment, the ability to operate in complex environments, and absolute trust in the women, the men and the systems that make such adventures possible.
Our skipper
Mikael Mergui – Class40 Skipper
A professional skipper and passionate offshore sailor, Mikael Mergui competes in the Class40, a category renowned for its technical and human demands.
A committed sailor, he has built his career on rigor, perseverance and the constant pursuit of excellence. Sailing solo or with a reduced crew, Mikael pilots fast and demanding boats where every decision matters, and where preparation, reliability and anticipation are key. Values that naturally echo Hirsch’s DNA.
2026 – A decisive year
Setting course for the Route du Rhum
The Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe is one of the most iconic ocean races in the world. Every four years, it connects Saint‑Malo to Guadeloupe, sailed solo and without assistance. Mikael Mergui is officially qualified — a major milestone in his sporting career. High standards, commitment, autonomy and environmental mastery: the Route du Rhum is an extraordinary challenge, reflecting the challenges Hirsch teams tackle every day.
Solo race
Start: November 1
See you in Saint‑Malo, France!
Hirsch & sailing
A meaningful
commitment
This partnership fully embodies Hirsch’s vision and commitments. By partnering with Mikael Mergui, Hirsch supports more than a skipper — we support a vision of sustainable performance, where technology serves people, even in the most extreme environments.
Support the launch
and visibility of the Hirsch brand in Europe through a visible, inspiring and meaningful project.
Unite our employees
around a collective, human and ambitious adventure
Create moments of connection
with our partners and clients, both at sea and on land
Affirm our core values:
reliability, anticipation, risk management, and trust in people [hirschsecure.com]
Races 2026
A high‑performance
season
Throughout the year, Mikael Mergui will compete in major races on the Class40 circuit. Each race is another opportunity to push limits, fine‑tune boat performance, and prepare for major upcoming events. Discover below the races Mikael will be taking part in this season — true sporting and human highlights at the heart of the Hirsch adventure.
Follow Mikael
Follow Mikael Mergui throughout the season and experience the Class40 adventure from the inside. Races, training sessions, behind‑the‑scenes moments, key highlights at sea and on land — Mikael shares the milestones of his skipper’s life and the key stages of his project on social media.
