SolOceans, a new single-handed oceanic round the world competition that will depart from France to New Zealand, will begin in 2009. Bostik, the first Veolia Oceans one-design produced with the race in mind, is currently sailing around the world for reconnaissance purposes.

The start of the first SolOceans is set for 25 October 2009. The SolOceans will then be run every two years.