PY60

New Electric Powercat, New Brand!

The brand-new shipyard Pioneer Yachts, based in Stralsund on the Baltic Sea in Germany, was founded by engineer Mike Frank, a specialist in energy production from photovoltaic farms.

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Published 11/05/2026

By Emmanuel van Deth

Issue: 207

Published: may / june 2026

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Unsurprisingly, the first model unveiled is a solar-electric powercat. The PY60 combines the reliability of German engineering with Italian design - exterior styling and naval architecture are by Cossutti & Ganz, while the interior design has been entrusted to Micheletti + Partners. This 18-meter powercat will be capable of a top speed of 11 knots and a cruising speed of 7.5 knots, while offering record-breaking range. The launch of the first PY60, Pioneer One, is scheduled for this summer; the new model will be showcased at the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival.

Technical Specifications

Builder: Pioneer Yachts
Architects: Cossutti & Ganz and BE Pioneer Yachts
Length: 60’ (18.30 m)
Beam: 29’ 6’’ (8.98 m)
Displacement: 63,934 lbs (29 t)
Powertrain: 2 x 50 kW
Batteries: 246 kWh, 48 V
Cruising speed: 7.5 knots
Max speed : 11 knots
CE Certification: A

www.pioneeryachts.de

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