International Multihull Show

A Very Unique Boat Show in the World!

In its 15 years of existence, the International Multihull Show has established itself as the essential meeting place for all those who love sailing on two or three hulls. The event is firmly anchored in La Grande-Motte in the South of France and remains the only nautical gathering of new boats exclusively reserved for multihulls. The show continues to grow steadily, with a 19% increase in attendance last year. As for the multihulls on offer, relatively stable in volume with 66 cruising models presented (51 sailboats and 15 multipowers), it can boast a record number of 20 new models - 7 World Premieres, 5 European Premieres, 1 French Premiere, 7 IMS Premieres - presented in this article. But what’s the big new feature for the 2025 edition? The creation of a space dedicated to multipowers. In short, as you can see, if there’s one boat show you simply shouldn’t miss, it’s this one!

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Published 11/04/2025

By Mark Bernie, Dick Sawyer, Emmanuel van Deth & Kim Wellington

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Issue: 201

Published: may / june 2025

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New for 2025: Making their premieres at La Grande-Motte

On the program for this 2025 edition of the IMS, a number of catamarans and trimarans exhibited for the first time anywhere in the world, while others will be there in preview, or making their premieres afloat or their European or French premieres or simply their first time at La Grande-Motte… From the smallest to the largest, here are the new models that you shouldn’t miss!

IMS practical

Dates: from Wednesday 23 to Sunday 27 April 2025
Open to the public from 10 am to 7 pm, except on the Sunday (closing at 6 pm)
Location: La Grande-Motte, 20 km (12 mi) from Montpellier (South of France)
Access: Montpellier International Airport - Montpellier train station
Price: 10 € a day or 30 € for a 5-day VIP pass with access to the VIP area - Free for children under 16 and students
Accommodation: www.lagrandemotte.com

Tricat 8.50

A Much-awaited Trimaran

WORLD PREMIERE

Tricat, which has specialized in the 30-foot folding trimaran since 2002, is launching its 850, replacing the valiant 25. Still folding, of course, this new trimaran is logically much more modern than its predecessor, with an added touch of comfort and agility. The lifting daggerboards are found on the floats, freeing up the central hull. As for the companionway hatch, this has 3 positions and can be fitted with a sprayhood and sun awning.
Inside, thanks to double chines, the 8.50 manages to offer rather decent headroom of 6 feet (1.82 m). There are proper berths, a fixed galley, heads and plenty of clever storage space.

Builder: Tricat
Architect: BE Tricat/Jack Michal
Unfolded/folded length: 27’11”/32’8” (8.5/9.95 m)
Unfolded/folded beam: 21’4”/9’8” (6.5/2.95 m)
Light displacement: 4,300 lbs (1.95 t)
Draft: 18”/4’11” (0.45/1.5 m)
Mainsail: 365 sq ft (34 m²)
Genoa: 194 sq ft (18 m²)
Code 0: 388 sq ft (36 m²)
Asymmetric spinnaker: 721 sq ft (67 m²)
Engines: outboard 6 to 15 HP
CE Category: B4/C6
Price: from € 124,083 ex-tax
www.tricat.com

Lagoon 38

The Real Replacement for the Lagoon 380

WORLD PREMIERE

Presented in VIP mode at the Lagoon shipyard in Bordeaux on March 12th, the smallest of the Lagoons will be unveiled to the public for the first time at the IMS. Can this eagerly awaited new model really take the place of the iconic Lagoon 380? In any event, this is an entry-level catamaran that already offers a lot by opening the way to offshore sailing and offering maximum comfort for its size. The very aft-set coachroof is reminiscent of the previous generation - and even more surprisingly, the self-tacking solent is once again back in service! In terms of real innovations, the exterior of the hull features a reveal to integrate - and protect - the large portholes. As for the sugarscoops, they offer maximum width to make for easy access when getting aboard and simply invite you to swim when at anchor.

Builder: Lagoon
Architect: VPLP Design
Exterior design: Patrick Le Quément
Interior design: Nauta Design

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