We are deeply saddened by the passing of Carlo Borlenghi, the photographer who, more than anyone else, captured the soul of sailing and the sea through his extraordinary lens.
His photographs conveyed the power, beauty, and fragility of the ocean, inspiring generations of sailors, photographers, and sea lovers around the world. His legacy lives on in the images that taught us to look at the sea with awe, respect, and responsibility. They will continue to remind us why protecting the ocean matters.
«Carlo had a unique gift. Through his photographs, you could feel the wind, the waves and the thrill of being at sea. His work has inspired countless people to fall in love with the ocean. We will remember him with deep gratitude and admiration» - Riccardo Bonadeo, President One Ocean Foundation
Our heartfelt condolences go to his family, friends, and the entire sailing community.
Thank you Carlo, and fair winds.
One Ocean Foundation
Promoted by One Ocean Foundation under the patronage of the Municipality of Milan and developed in collaboration with the Via Gesù Association and circular design company Supernovas, the initiative transformed Via Gesù into the "Street of the Sea" through the installation of 75 large 3D-printed planters made from more than 2.4 tonnes of ghost fishing nets recovered from the ocean. The project demonstrated how circular economy, design, and urban regeneration can become powerful tools for raising awareness about ocean conservation. Carlo Borlenghi's lens helped bring this vision to life: through his photographs, he captured both the strength of the project's message and the beauty of the initiative, leaving a lasting mark on the history of our Foundation.
