RC Sailing Barcelona | Teams

A total of 8 prestigious universities and technical faculties have stepped up to the starting line over the years, transforming theoretical knowledge into real-world, seaworthy prototypes.

The program always culminates in an adrenaline-fueled final regatta at Port Vell, where student teams must navigate the unpredictable elements of the sea. More than just a race, RC Sailing Barcelona bridges the gap between academic classrooms and the professional maritime industry—proving that the ships of the future are being built today, in miniature.

The Fleet: Participating Institutions & Teams

The regatta has brought together an elite network of local and international minds, fostering healthy competition and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Notable forces on the water have included:

University of Strathclyde

  • University of Strathclyde is a prestigious public research university located in the heart of Glasgow, Scotland. Originally founded in 1796 as the Andersonian Institute, it received its Royal Charter in 1964, becoming the United Kingdom’s first technological university. It is globally recognized for its historic motto, “The Place of Useful Learning,” which guides its focus on practical teaching, innovation, and strong collaboration with industry.

  • TEAMS:

    • Strathclyde University Team 1 (2025)

    • Strathclyde University Team 2 (2025)

    • Strathclyde University Team 1 (2026)

    • Strathclyde University Team 2 (2026)

Elisava - UVIC

  • Elisava is Barcelona’s premier School of Design and Engineering. Elisava treats product development as a masterclass in form meeting function.

  • TEAMS:

    • PERCEBEIROS (2013)

    • LA MAFIA DEL MAR (2013)

    • WOMPER (2013)

    • BACALAOS HERMANOS (2014)

    • KRAKEN (2014)

    • MOBY DICK (2014)

    • ELISAVA TEAM (2025)

EEBE - UPC

  • The Escola d'Enginyeria de Barcelona Est (UPC) is a technical powerhouse known for turning out fierce competitors with a reputation for absolute precision.

  • TEAMS:

    • EEBE-UPC RC SAILING TEAM (2025)

FNB - UPC

  • Facultat de Nàutica de Barcelona is a public educational institution affiliated with the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC). Founded in 1769, it is the oldest maritime training school in Spain and enjoys great international prestige.

  • TEAMS:

    • GAMAG TEAM (2013)

    • DIE KUGEL (2013)

    • USUFRUCTO (2013)

    • ACHERON (2013)

    • NOSTRONOMO (2013)

    • UPTHESEA (2013)

    • RUDDERCONTROL (2013)

    • GREENBULL (2013)

    • NEPTUNO (2013)

    • MARMADAS PROUD FOOT (2014)

    • EL BARCO DE CHANQUETE (2014)

    • LA PERLA NEGRA (2014)

    • FINISTERRE (2014)

    • EQUIP DELEFNB (2024)

    • GALATEA MEDITERRANIA (2024)

    • ICARIA SAILING TEAM (2024)

    • SAILTIME (2024)

    • PEQUOD (2024)

    • MUENO Q2 (2024)

ETSEIB - UPC

  • The Barcelona School of Industrial Engineering (ETSEIB) is a public university school affiliated with the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC). Founded 175 years ago, it is one of the most prestigious and long-standing institutions for industrial engineering education in Spain.

  • TEAMS:

    • TE DA QUEEN (2013)

    • VENI VIDI VICI (2013)

    • INFINIT (2013)

    • HADDOCK (2013)

    • YATE DIGO (2013)

    • A FULL SAIL (2013)

    • ELS EMPROATS (2014)

    • FILIBUSTERS (2014)

    • VICTORIA (2014)

    • TRAMUNTANA (2104)

    • RC SURFER (2014)

    • CUTTY SARK (2014)

    • VELAIR (2014)

    • DUC IN ALTUM (2014)

    • EL HOLANDÉS ERRANTE (2014)

    • HADDOCKS (2024)

    • NEPTUNO’S WARRIORS (2024)

    • TUTTO A POSTO (2024)

    • CAPCINEIG (2025)

IQS-URL

  • IQS is a prestigious private university located in Barcelona. It is a center run by the Society of Jesus and a founding member of Ramon Llull University. With over a century of history, it is known for its high academic standards, its deeply practical laboratory-based approach, and its strong ties to the business and industrial communities

  • TEAMS:

    • SKIPPER (2013)

    • WIDOW MAKER (2013)

    • ARENAS (2014)

    • SAPHIRE (2014)

    • IQSAILING (2024)

ETSIN-UPM

  • The Higher Technical School of Naval Engineering (ETSIN) is the department of the Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM) dedicated to education and research in naval architecture, maritime engineering, and naval and ocean engineering

  • TEAMS:

    • NAVALES RC SAILING TEAM (2025)

Institut de Nàutica de Barcelona

  • The Barcelona Nautical Institute (INB) is a public vocational training center that specializes exclusively in the fields of competitive sailing, recreational boating, and water sports. Opened between 2015 and 2016, it is strategically located within the Port of Barcelona to provide its students with direct access to the maritime business community.

  • TEAMS:

    • INB (2024)

    • AQUAX INB (2025)

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