https://www.multihulls-world.com/Les derniers articles du site Multihulls World.fr-frhttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThis is undoubtedly the biggest announcement of the year: in five months’ time, we’ll be discovering a new model from Aquila... but this one will be topped with a rig – incredible, huh? At Cannes, the Sino-American shipyard has just unveiled four new powerboats, and now the Aquila 50......Fri, 12 Sep 2025 14:27:58 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThe FP44 will make a clean sweep of the range, eclipsing the Astrea 42 and Elba 45. This second new model, presented at Cannes by the yard as a particularly convivial cruising catamaran, puts the emphasis on relaxation areas - a 100- square foot (9.2 m²) forward sunlounger, a 115-sq ft (10.7 m²)...Fri, 12 Sep 2025 14:06:05 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThe editorial team from Multihulls World met up with B&G Product Director Matt Eeles at the Cannes Yachting Festival to discover the two new additions to the Zeus range: the Zeus SR and the Zeus S UltraWide, designed to improve readability and ergonomics aboard sailing multihulls.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:37:24 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleWinner of multiple international awards (Boat Builder Awards, DAME Overall Winner, Pittman Award, IBEX Winner, Chuck Husick Innovation Award), the E-Drive’s status as a benchmark innovation for more sustainable boating is quiteclear. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:56:01 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleKeeping on top of maintaining your multihull requires rigor and foresight: technical logbooks, regulatory deadlines, unexpected failures... all of which can quickly becomecomplex.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:49:05 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleHere is the new flagship of the C-Cat range, only just out of shipyard at Fiumicino, near Rome, with a stunning gold livery. Italian shipyard Comar Yachts set itself an ambitious goal with this all-carbon multihull unveiled at the Cannes Yachting Festival. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 16:26:00 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThis new catamaran that’s scheduled to launch in the spring and it marks a clear turning point in terms of architectural choices for the brand. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 09:59:26 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleAfter a busy 2025 in terms of new models – the FP41, FP44, and Power 80 - 2026 looks set to be even more exciting for the Fountaine Pajot shipyard, which, in addition to launching its first model from its new motorboat brand Veya, has just announced no fewer than three completely new sailing...Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:24:34 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleAre you more into an owner’s version or a charter version? Because the K6 will suit all programs - the 63-foot version will be ideal for blue water cruising with the family, while the 67-foot version is designed for sailing with a professional crew.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:09:28 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleFor once, let’s talk to the kids: this water toy is made for them! Featuring a fiberglass hull (or carbon fiber for the already-announced Slash Pro), inflatable tubes, and handlebars for steering, the Splash is a mini dinghy designed for young explorers.Mon, 08 Sep 2025 14:15:19 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleWe got the opportunity to preview the brand-new Aquila 46 Yacht, presented to the public at the Cannes Yachting Festival. This model has the difficult task of replacing the Aquila 44, one of the very few powercats to have sold over 200 examples...Mon, 08 Sep 2025 12:27:50 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThe Balance 526 has undoubtedly been one of the South African shipyard’s most iconic models, but it was launched 11 years ago... and now, making way for its replacement is the 540! Mon, 08 Sep 2025 12:05:53 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleEmeraude Multicoques, already a dealer for the Neel Trimarans brand, is expanding its portfolio by distributing Privilège Marine luxury catamarans in its area and, at the same time, becoming the exclusive representative in France for Comar Yachts, one of Italy’s leading catamaran builders. Mon, 08 Sep 2025 12:01:20 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThe architects at Barracuda Yacht Design got it spot on: a powercat measuring just short of 80 feet (24 meters) is undoubtedly the best compromise for combining luxury and space while benefiting from less stringent regulations and keeping construction and operating costs under control. Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:45:45 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleOrdinarily, new Leopard models are first presented in the United States, but this time, the Cannes Yachting Festival is charged with hosting the new Leopard 52, the replacement for the 50, for its first viewing by the public. Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:01:34 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleAs a follow-up to our article “Hydrogeneration: Which System and Which Propeller Should You Choose?” the Autoprop Eco*Star warrants special mention.Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:51:40 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleApart from France’s Windelo shipyard, there are few builders offering multihulls that combine advanced performance features (lightweight carbon construction, powerful sail plan, and relatively narrow hulls) with electric propulsion. Now McConaghy Boats is entering this niche market, with a...Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:39:05 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleJust a few days ahead of the Cannes Yachting Festival, we got the chance of a wonderful trip aboard the Balance 580. Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:31:31 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleSixteen of these aluminum catamarans have already been built by Garcia Yachts since 2020 (check out our test). This is a boat designed for exploration programs, and it’s somewhat unique in the world of cruising catamarans - but that doesn't mean it can't evolve.Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:09:47 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleWe discovered this sporty powercat at Miami back in February... For its European debut, the Aquila 42 is bringing something new to the table with a powerful 2 x 440 HP Volvo drivetrain.Fri, 05 Sep 2025 17:06:32 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleAt its traditional pre-boatshow-season press conference held aboard a river barge on the Seine, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, the FIN (France’s Nautical Industries Federation), which represents the majority of French manufacturers in the sector, has just released its figures for the 2023/2024...Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:29:34 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThe Multihulls World community is already familiar with Maxence and Florence who set sail aboard their Class 6 One Cat in 2021 for a long voyage of indefinite duration. Their catamaran, which is decidedly experimental, explores new technical solutions and continues to evolve.Mon, 01 Sep 2025 14:17:03 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleUS manufacturer Keenan Filters, with its well-established FilterBOSS fuel management systems, is now offering a specialized product for our catamarans - and their twin engines. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:57:07 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleDo you ever worry about your drone getting damaged at sea after hitting a shroud or simply losing signal? The HOVERAir AQUA promises to be a game-changer, having been designed to float on water and take off or land from a water surface—while guaranteeing its waterproofing, of course...Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:45:30 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleLaunched three years ago now, the Ocean Class is currently representing the Catana brand all by itself, which has not prevented it from enjoying considerable success with some 20 units delivered.Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:33:05 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThe Tortue 147 looks nothing like your typical production multihull. Sun, 27 Apr 2025 11:39:54 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleWith the M7, the Prestige range now includes three power catamarans. The model we got to check out in Monfalcone, Italy, focuses on sobriety, with reduced fuel consumption, a maximum speed limited to 20 knots, and a respectable range of 1,330 nautical miles at 8 knots. Mon, 20 Jan 2025 10:19:31 +0100https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleAnd then there were six! To mark its 40th anniversary, the World Cruising Club is launching a new, sixth rally. This time it takes place in the Baltic Sea: the ARC Baltic. Mon, 18 Aug 2025 16:33:43 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThe large all-carbon catamaran sector is definitely a niche market – the cost of the material and the high-end equipment that goes with it justify prices that are double those of a “standard” fiberglass unit. Nevertheless, this sector inspires dreams and can motivate the most daring projects,...Fri, 15 Aug 2025 18:04:15 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleSeiko is celebrating its partnership with PADI, the world’s leading scuba training organization, by launching two new special editions of its Prospex range: the 62MAS and the Samurai. Both new models feature an emerald-green dial that pays tribute to the maritime world. Wed, 06 Aug 2025 10:03:03 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThe new Ulysse Shore boots from Rouchette are designed for all sailors, be they full-on racing skippers, regular boaters, or more modest coastal sailing fans. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 09:45:49 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThis classic event has been running for 30 years now, offering a rally-raid type regatta in northern Brittany. This year, the vent based at Erquy will serve as the world championship for catamaran raids. Which classes are accepted? F18 (21 registered) and Viper (4 registered). Mon, 04 Aug 2025 09:40:42 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleFloatee unveils the first anti-drowning garment for adults; both everyday clothing and a safety device, this T-shirt, unlike any other, offers a radically new alternative to traditional flotation devices. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 09:33:41 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleLagoon’s Premium division has already launched more than 50 units, testifying to customers’ enthusiasm for these very large catamarans built in small series production runs - but by a custom service - and justifying the design of even larger models… Mon, 28 Jul 2025 09:39:11 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThe 53XS has been a real success, having shown that yes, it is possible to widen the upper part of a trimaran’s central hull without irreparably compromising its performance potential. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 16:06:19 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleWe launched our YouTube channel in 2012, obviously focusing on our multihull tests. Four years ago, when subscribers already numbered 2,500, we decided to systematically link a boat test to a video - and thus to put online much more content both in English and in French. Gradually, we’ve also been...Fri, 01 Aug 2025 09:06:26 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleXquisite is a young brand that has built up a loyal customer base in just ten years. Its catamarans, both sailing and motor, have all received excellent reviews in the international boating press. This success is no accident, as Tamas Hamor, the brand’s CEO, explained to us at the traditional...Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:12 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleThe Aegean 600 is now one of the great classic races, joining the ranks of those organized by the Royal Ocean Racing Club. Like the famous Fastnet, Middle Sea, and Sydney Hobart races (and more recently the Caribbean 600), this event, which began in 2021, is run on a challenging and attractive...Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:11 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleOur senior sailing reporter Brieuc Maisonneuve took advantage of a delivery trip (part of which he completed single-handed) at the helm of a trimaran to take stock of what is involved in preparing for solo sailing.Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:11 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleAlthough the concept of multihulls, i.e., boats with multiple hulls, is very old, the popularity of modern recreational catamarans and trimarans is fairly recent. This success has piqued the curiosity of some monohull enthusiasts while drawing criticism from others. Beyond the sterile controversy,...Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:11 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleTwo years ago, we were invited on a press trip to South Africa, and that visit gave us the opportunity to discover several shipyards, including Hop Yachts, Kinetic Catamarans, Knysna Yacht, Robertson & Caine, Voyage Yachts, and even leading manufacturers such as Ullman Sails... It was a great...Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:11 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleLast year, we left the crew of Ilovent in the Galapagos. Fabienne and Jean-Charles have since crossed the Pacific Ocean and discovered Polynesia. This postcard finds them in New Zealand, where they have just spent several months. Would you have believed it? Sailing is not always un-eventful. But...Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:11 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleIn MW201, Nelly and Dominique gave us a detailed account of the various multihulls that they had built—five in total. Last spring, they set sail for a week aboard the largest of their creations, a Tiki 38, in the San Blas archipelago in Panama. Although its livery has changed, the boat remains the...Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:11 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/article33 years: that’s how long it took Sabine and William to set off to live their dream. After offering their services as a “guest catamaran” in Corsica for many years, they finally set sail on a round-the-world trip with no itinerary other than traveling, meeting people... and enjoying a lot of...Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:11 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleOwner gatherings continue to be successful events: no fewer than 22 sailing multihulls (from the Isla 40 to the Samana 59) and two powercats attended the 11th edition of the Fountaine Pajot Owner’s Rendezvous held in Tuscany, across from the island of Elba.Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:11 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleAutumn has become THE season for new multihulls... The highlight being the Cannes Yachting Festival, one of the world’s busiest boat shows. But this isn’t the only event on the calendar – check out our Multishow section now! You’ll discover that dozens of new multihulls await you in...Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:10 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleAquila 36 Molokai: Designed for Big Game Fishing Fort Lauderdale The powercat specialists are expanding their range of offshore sport fishing boats with the Aquila 36 Molokai. This new model logically takes inspiration from its big sistership, the 47 (see the test report in our Special Issue...Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:10 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleMillikan M.10: A Successful Variation of the M.9 Cannes Compared to its predecessor, the M.10 has 18” (45 cm) longer hulls than the M.9, and the berths are 8” (20 cm) wider. The steering wheel is now an integral part of the helm station, while the forward cockpit has a redesigned layout. The...Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:10 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleAboard their Tanna 47 that was delivered in 2020, Catherine and Stéphane Rey have already sailed more than 20,000 miles. That’s the equivalent of a trip around the globe... The crew takes us on a tour of their stopovers along the southern East Coast of the US.Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:10 +0200https://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articlehttps://www.multihulls-world.com/22/article/articles/articleLazzara LPC300: The Ultimate in Comfort... Cannes The Lazzara Yachts shipyard is well known in the United States for its exceptional yachts. Today, the boats are built in Turkey, but the standards remain as high as ever: no concessions are made when ultimate luxury is the number one priority!...Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:33:10 +0200