The airplane of the seas
Fast, Reliable, Secure,
and low carbon freight
VELA designs and operates the next generation of sailing cargo vessels for international trade, providing a 100% wind-powered service that is fast, reliable, safe, and offers industry-leading decarbonization.
Vela: The Next-Generation Shipping Solution
faster than standard sea freight and the most sustainable.
We deliver a breakthrough solution at the crossway of ocean and air freight, combining premium transportation service, a transit speed 2–4x faster than standard shipping, and one of the lowest carbon footprints in the industry. VELA offers a concrete answer to the logistical, climate, and social challenges facing forward-thinking brands.
Tailored Services
for every sectors
| Pharma & Medical
| Fragrance & Beauty
| Fashion
| Industrial Goods
| Lifestyle & Design
| Wine & Spirits
Our Clients
It’s time
to Reinvent International Shipping
MEETING TODAY’S SUPPLY CHAIN & SUSTAINABILITY DEMANDS
Fast, Reliable Delivery, Predictable Costs, Cargo Security and Integrity, Regulatory and ESG Compliance, Addressing Climate and Social Responsibility, Navigating an Evolving Regulatory Landscape
The VELA Solution
Bridging Ocean and Air Freight
VELA offers a unique value proposition, in between air and sea freight combining the best of both world in terms of service, reliability and speed
COFOUNDER & CHIEF SAILOR
Offshore racing world champion
As Vela’s Co-Founder, François Gabart brings his world-class offshore racing expertise and technology to serve the planet.
*copyright photo Guillaume GATEFAIT

“Every day counts“
— François Gabart
movement
the power of collective action
VELA shines a light on innovative collective initiatives, research and data that inform and help protect the environment – safeguarding wildlife, ecosystems and communities.