Ellen MacArthur (sailor)

Ellen MacArthur is a renowned British sailor, famed for her impressive cruising achievements. Born in 1976, she became the youngest person to sail nonstop around the world solo in 2005, completing the feat in 71 days. Her expertise lies in navigation, endurance, and seamanship, often participating in long-distance races and challenging voyages. Beyond sailing, she promotes sustainability, founding the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to advance circular economy principles—rethinking how products are designed, used, and reused to reduce waste and environmental impact. She exemplifies resilience and innovation both on and off the water.