“This is not a change in direction; it is an expansion of possibilities,” says Jan Timmerman, CEO of the 136-year-old Dutch yard. “There are very few multihulls in the superyacht world, but that could easily change.”

Timmerman points to Asia for his optimism about the large multihull market, following a rise in entry-level multihulls in that region over the last two decades. Royal Huisman’s new designs should offer worldwide appeal, however. Both the 33.5m/116ft sailing and 36.2m/119ft power versions are designed entirely by Berret Racoupeau.

“A real superyacht catamaran can be designed to suit a private owner, or would make an excellent charter vessel,” says Olivier Racoupeau. “Many 7-star resort operators are very keen on the versatility of just such a superyacht, that will allow guests to explore more exotic destinations and further afield than is presently possible.”

Racoupeau has maintained a visual aesthetical appeal in his designs and the sailing cat, with its distinctive reverse sheerline, certainly looks as if it will perform well. But there is also a particular focus on the indoor/outdoor experience, with vast open areas including a beach club and hinged side windows that open onto wide side decks. Corporate and family entertaining are big priorities in Asia, according to Royal Huisman.

The saloon has 67m² floor area alone, and the owner’s cabin another 32m². There are a further four guest cabins plus accommodation for four or five crewmembers. The tank sizes are also enormous, including 10,000 litres of fuel tankage.

Specification

LOA: 33.50m (116ft 4in)
LWL: 33.30m (109ft 9in)
Beam: 14.40m (47ft 2in)
Draught: 1.95m-5.00m (6ft 4in-16ft 4in)
Displacement: 145 tonnes (319,670 lbs)