Innovation from Stellenbosch soared above the 2026 FNB Varsity Cup at the opening match between FNB Maties and FNB UFS Shimlas in February. Cloudline’s revolutionary Sc-240 airship made rugby history, becoming the first solar-powered aircraft to grace a match in South Africa. A groundbreaking aircraft of its kind, developed by the Stellenbosch-based company, it showcases world-leading sustainable aviation technology. Powered by solar-recharged batteries and helium, it operates for more than 10 hours with zero emissions, a testament to South African engineering excellence.

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Innovation from Stellenbosch soared above the 2026 FNB Varsity Cup at the opening match between FNB Maties and FNB UFS Shimlas in February. Cloudline’s revolutionary Sc-240 airship made rugby history, becoming the first solar-powered aircraft to grace a match in South Africa. A groundbreaking aircraft of its kind, developed by the Stellenbosch-based company, it showcases world-leading sustainable aviation technology. Powered by solar-recharged batteries and helium, it operates for more than 10 hours with zero emissions, a testament to South African engineering excellence.

Cloudline's revolutionary Sc-240 airship
Innovation from Stellenbosch soared above the 2026 FNB Varsity Cup at the opening match between FNB Maties and FNB UFS Shimlas in February. Cloudline’s revolutionary Sc-240 airship made rugby history, becoming the first solar-powered aircraft to grace a match in South Africa. A groundbreaking aircraft of its kind, developed by the Stellenbosch-based company, it showcases world-leading sustainable aviation technology. Powered by solar-recharged batteries and helium, it operates for more than 10 hours with zero emissions, a testament to South African engineering excellence.
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