2026 Forever Green Buyer’s Guide

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Published: sept. / oct. 2026

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Korkyra 650

A Powercat in Rotomolded Polyethylene

Slovenian manufacturer Roto Nautica presented their 650 at boot Düsseldorf in 2022.
The special feature of this little powercat lies in its choice of material – rotomolded polyethylene, a particularly robust and recyclable material. The carefully designed hull lines - penned by J&J Design - and the availability of electric propulsion options are particularly noteworthy. The deck layout features a cockpit for up to 10 people, protected by an optional large bimini. The Pro version features forward access with a ramp between the hulls.

Builder: Roto Nautica
Length: 21’4” (6.5 m)
Beam: 7’10” (2.4 m)
Displacement: 2,060 lbs (935 kg)
Max electric powertrain:
2 x 40 kW
Price (2025): € 41,600 ex-tax
nautica.roto.eu

Smart Cat S280/E280

A Livable Platform Transportable by Shipping Container

This compact unit, presented at the 2023 Miami International Boat Show, uses (in its basic version) the open cockpit/nacelle principle popularized on Edel Cat, Corneel 26 and Kat 28 of the 1980s - but also on the small Aventura from the 2000s.
The galley is located in the starboard passageway. There are 3 berths and 1 bathroom, or 2 berths and 2 bathrooms.
The S280 has no pretensions to performance under sail: it is relatively heavy, moderately canvassed and its hulls are reasonably beamy at the waterline. But this little catamaran has the advantage of being dismountable to fit into two 40-foot shipping containers. The S280 can of course be fitted with electric propulsion and is even available without a rig in its E280 version.

Builder: S Com Tech
Length: 28’ (8.50 m)
Beam: 17’5” (5.29 m)
Draft: 2’10” (0.89 m)
Displacement: 10,000 lbs (4.5 t)
Mainsail: 417 sq ft (38.8 m²)
Genoa: 344 sq ft (32.2 m²)
Powertrain: 2 x 4 or 10 kW
www.smartcatamarans.com

Pinball

Hybrid and Versatile

The manufacturer has developed an original hybrid drivetrain: one central gasoline engine of 350 HP and two electric motors of 8 kW each, with ducted propellers. At 5 knots, the range in electric mode is an hour and a quarter. In the internal combustion mode, it is possible to set the electric motors going, but this time using alternator power. The deck plan, which includes a tilting platform, has been optimized for ease of use, comfort and storage. The sundeck folds up to form a mini-cabin for two, VW Combi style.

Builder: Pinball Boat
Length: 27’4” (8.35 m)
Beam: 9’9” (2.97 m)
Displacement: 8,375 lbs (3.8 t)
Draft: 20” (0.5 m)
Powertrain: 350/380 HP and 2 x 8/12 kW
Max speed: 25 knots under engine, 6 knots under electric motors
www.pinball-boat.com

VS-9 Skye

An Electric Dayboat with Foils

NEW

Based in Auckland, New Zealand, Vessev has just announced its latest model, the VS-9 Skye, an electric, foiling dayboat.
This new model is based on the proven design of the VS-9 platform which has over 7,000 nautical miles logged in operation. It ...

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