COMMERCIAL SHIPPING & SUPPLY VESSELS

Marine technology solutions – we optimise designs to improve performance, efficiency and safety.

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RENEWABLE ENERGY

We optimise the performance of WASP (Wind Assisted Propulsion) projects.

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YACHT RACING

Racing pedigree – we deliver a competitive edge for a winning formula.

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SUPERYACHTS

We streamline your design to improve speed and optimise performance.

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YACHT RACING

Specialist expertise – we deliver a competitive edge to help you win.

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POWERBOATS

We optimise designs to improve performance and increase comfort.

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SAILING YACHTS

We streamline designs to improve speed and optimise performance.

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RENEWABLE ENERGY

We optimise the design and performance of renewable energy structures.

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SUPERYACHTS

We streamline your design to improve speed and optimise performance.

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YACHT RACING

Specialist expertise – we deliver a competitive edge to help you win.

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POWERBOATS

We streamline your design for optimum performance.

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WHO WE ARE.

Engineering innovation for a better future.

Cape Horn Engineering is a UK based company, best-in-class independent CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) consultancy with clients all over the world. Industry leaders in CFD and marine technology solutions, specialising in performance prediction of racing yachts, sailing yachts, superyachts, motor boats, commercial ships, renewable energy structures  and more.

Our CFD methods cover a large variety of flow behaviours and includes free-surface flow, viscous flow, full-scale performance prediction, fluid-structure-interaction and dynamic behaviour.

We can help you win yacht races, improve performance, safety or passenger comfort, reduce emissions and save on fuel. We excel in what we do, in our engineering expertise, our passion to succeed, our attention to detail and our exclusive use of the best tools available. Our powerful resources are a guarantee for outstanding results delivered to support your project.

OUR CFD ENGINEERING SERVICES.

Pioneering high-fidelity simulation solutions to optimise vessel performance, reduce emissions, and drive marine innovation.

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HYDRODYNAMICS

SHIP DECARBONISATION & EEXI/EEDI

To help reduce emissions, we assist shipping companies with our specialist CFD technologies to investigate carbon-free energy alternatives and design solutions.  We offer a holistic analysis of the benefits of Wind Propulsion Technology.

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EFFICIENCY

SUPERYACHT DESIGN OPTIMISATION

We have long-standing associations with many international designers and ship builders to provide an unparalleled synergy to the design process of each superyacht, collaborating on CFD investigations to ensure the highest degree of performance, comfort, stability and safety. 

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INNOVATION

RENEWABLE ENERGY STRUCTURES

With environmental concerns influencing the need for sustainable energy, specialist technologies are at the forefront of new designs and solutions.

With our expertise in aerodynamics and hydrodynamics, we can improve the performance of wind energy rotor blades, wave energy structures, floating platforms and other projects.

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PRECISION

SHIP DESIGN OPTIMISATION

Cape Horn Engineering has pioneered RANSE based CFD since its very beginning and continues its research work on a daily basis. With our proven track record in yacht racing design over the last two decades, we apply our cutting edge technology to a variety of marine vessels including commercial ships, cargo ships, service operation vessels, crew transfer vessels and work boats, to enhance energy efficiency, improve performance, comfort and safety, reduce emissions and save on fuel.

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ADAPTABILITY

YACHT DESIGN OPTIMISATION

Cape Horn Engineering has pioneered RANSE based CFD since its very beginning and continues its research work on a daily basis. With our proven track record in yacht racing design, we can apply this cutting edge technology to a wide variety of marine vessels including sailing yachts, power boats, fully foiling and foil assisted high speed vessels, advanced and unconventional vessels, to save fuel, reduce emissions, improve performance, comfort and safety.

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PERFOMRANCE

YACHT RACING DESIGN

Cape Horn Engineering has been at the core of simulation based America’s Cup and Volvo Ocean Race design campaigns for over 15 years, always pushing the boundaries. Our designs and engineering solutions have helped three sailing teams win the famous ‘Around the World’ race.

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HYDRODYNAMICS

SHIP DECARBONISATION & EEXI/EEDI

To help reduce emissions, we assist shipping companies with our specialist CFD technologies to investigate carbon-free energy alternatives and design solutions.  We offer a holistic analysis of the benefits of Wind Propulsion Technology.

Read more

PRECISION

SHIP DESIGN OPTIMISATION

Cape Horn Engineering has pioneered RANSE based CFD since its very beginning and continues its research work on a daily basis. With our proven track record in yacht racing design over the last two decades, we apply our cutting edge technology to a variety of marine vessels including commercial ships, cargo ships, service operation vessels, crew transfer vessels and work boats, to enhance energy efficiency, improve performance, comfort and safety, reduce emissions and save on fuel.

Read more

INNOVATION

RENEWABLE ENERGY STRUCTURES

With environmental concerns influencing the need for sustainable energy, specialist technologies are at the forefront of new designs and solutions.

With our expertise in aerodynamics and hydrodynamics, we can improve the performance of wind energy rotor blades, wave energy structures, floating platforms and other projects.

Read more

HYDRODYNAMICS

SUPERYACHT DESIGN OPTIMISATION

We have long-standing associations with many international designers and ship builders to provide an unparalleled synergy to the design process of each superyacht, collaborating on CFD investigations to ensure the highest degree of performance, comfort, stability and safety. 

Read more

ADAPTABILITY

YACHT DESIGN OPTIMISATION

Cape Horn Engineering has pioneered RANSE based CFD since its very beginning and continues its research work on a daily basis. With our proven track record in yacht racing design, we can apply this cutting edge technology to a wide variety of marine vessels including sailing yachts, power boats, fully foiling and foil assisted high speed vessels, advanced and unconventional vessels, to save fuel, reduce emissions, improve performance, comfort and safety.

Read more

PERFOMRANCE

YACHT RACING DESIGN

Cape Horn Engineering has been at the core of simulation based America’s Cup and Volvo Ocean Race design campaigns for over 15 years, always pushing the boundaries. Our designs and engineering solutions have helped three sailing teams win the famous ‘Around the World’ race.

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OUR SAIL DESIGN SERVICE.

Introducing AeroSim Portal — the first online CFD sail simulation tool. Designed for sailmakers, naval architects, and yacht designers who need fast, accurate performance data.

Fast. Accurate. Online.

Upload your 3D sail design, set conditions, and get detailed results in under an hour. AeroSim uses America’s Cup-level tech to deliver reliable forces, pressure maps, and performance visuals — all from the cloud.

Why Choose AeroSim?

  • 30–60 min turnaround
  • High-detail CFD results
  • No software needed
  • Free trial with 5 simulations
  • Confidential & secure
  • Fully Online
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY.

Adam Evripidou

Norman R. Wright & Sons Pty Ltd

“As a boat builder with over 100 years of experience, we were initially skeptical about using CFD. After working with Dr. Rodrigo Azcueta and Cape Horn Engineering, we’re now confident it can even replace tank testing.

Their professionalism, fast turnaround, and high-quality results exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend them and look forward to future projects together.”

Maurizio Cossutti

Cossutti Yacht Design

“We engaged Cape Horn Engineering to improve the keel of our yacht through the use of CFD simulations for different configurations, and a wide range of race conditions. Their state-of-the-art flow analysis gave us the answers we needed to develop the design in a direction we are very pleased with, now our keel is well optimised for best performance and the rating system.”

Roberto Biscontini

Biscontini Yacht Design
“From the very start of the design process for the new Beneteau First 53 I was decided to involve Rodrigo Azcueta and his company, I’ve known Rodrigo for many years and consider him a true expert in the field of CFD and hydrodynamics”
 

Bill Dixon

Dixon Yacht Design
“We have been impressed by the quality and accuracy of the information supplied by Cape Horn Engineering, the whole process has been quick and efficient”
 

OUR CLIENTS.