The trimaran Earthrace modified (12 photos) Bashny.Net

Earthrace trimaran hull with carbon fiber and Kevlar was first introduced about two years ago.
While the new product, which costs amounted to about 2, 5 million. Dollars, positioned as racing vehicles, particularly designed for round the world regattas.
Recently, the project has undergone changes that have affected both the technical characteristics of the trimaran and its target orientation.
New modified version of Earthrace, which will reduce the visibility of the applied technology, maritime transport is defined as support for Sea Shepherd in missions to counter illegal whaling ...

Another was the appearance and Tri: instead of silvery color characteristic of the last racing version, the new model will be dressed in a matte black finish.
Apparently, this decision is subject to practical requirements: a new trimaran hull helps to hide it from radar, and therefore, he can quietly sneak up on whaling ship, which increases the chance of animal protection in the fight against poachers.

Like the earlier version, the new Earthrace will run on biodiesel fuel, cause less damage to the environment