At the beginning of 2025, we acquired the Epicure, a 13 meter steel ketch that was meant to serve as a platform for struggles related to climate justice and decolonization. After one Transatlantic journey, we came to the conclusion that the Mediterranean is not only much closer to home for most members of the collective, but also has an urgent need for boat-based politics. Starting in 2027, we hope to deploy Epicure in Search and Rescue missions.

Several SAR ships operate in the Mediterranean, but considering the fact that around three thousand people still drown there every year, apparently it’s not enough. We believe migration is a reality that does not change with strict border policies and populist rhetoric. Simply letting people drown is not only ineffective as a form of deterrence; it is also inhumane.

The Epicure is a steel ketch (2 masts), a little over 13 meters long, and with 7 berths. These features perfectly meet our requirements: steel for reliability and safety, two masts and three sails for movement without fossil fuels, and a Perkins engine for when we need it.

If you want to participate in this project – as a crew member, as someone fixing up the boat, or simply by helping us with funding – please get in touch!