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Catmar Explorer® 55 Power

An ideal ocean-going explorer power catamaran for worldwide blue water cruising and circumnavigation.

The hulls, deck, deckhouse and the entire structure are made of certified aluminium. Safe, strong, reliable and robust!

The result is a stable, homogeneous and torsion-resistant structure without the annoying creaking noises that can occur with GRP constructions or mixed forms - such as hulls made of aluminium, deck and superstructure made of GRP - in rough seas.

Catamaris ®  is committed to environmental friendliness and sustainability. Numerous building components can be recycled and reused in an environmentally friendly way, see below.Built in our shipyard in Holland.

Description

Perfectly designed for a small crew, e.g. for a couple, even with children or occasional guests. 

The flybridge with 30 sqm offers space for relaxing and dining and an outside steering position. For bad weather, the comfortable inside steering position is a safe place. Also available in a well thought out layout for wheelchair users.

The yacht is built from class 5083 H 321/H111 aluminum, which is certified by "Germanischer Lloyd, Bureau Veritas or Lloyd's Register". Our Explorer catamarans are equipped with bow reinforcements and crash boxes with watertight bulkheads.  More about the advantages of aluminium .

Strong highly effective foam insulation throughout the interior provides protection against heat and cold and contributes to a pleasant interior climate.  

Available with conventional diesel engines or with the innovative electric hybrid system "Green Eco Power Supply".

With the optional extra fuel tanks, transatlantic range is possible at Eco-Speed.

At 174.20 sqm, the Catmar Explorer 55 Power offers particularly large living/usable areas. Headroom in the saloon 2.10 m, in the hulls 2.05 m. CE Certification Category A with 12 persons.

Optionally available reinforcements, approx. 30 cm above and below each of the 4 waterlines, provide increased protection against containers, flotsam and ice in Arctic waters.

Design according to your preferences

The design of the Catmar Explorer 55 Power can be customised to your individual requirements in terms of the flybridge design, the number, layout and design of the cabins, the saloon, the interior fittings, the furnishings, ceilings and walls as well as the entire technical equipment.

Alternatively, a completely new "full custom" design is also possible according to your preferences and ideas.

The designing and construction costs are comparable to those of some semi-custom manufacturers. However, with Catamaris® there are no restrictions on the realisation of your ideas and desires thanks to the "full-custom" construction method.

In the final result, every customer gets his Catmar Explorer® catamaran exactly as he wants it!

Manufacturing your yacht

Under the constant supervision of Catamaris®, your CATMAR EXPLORER 55 Power catamaran will be built at our partner Dijkstra Jachtbouw B.V. shipyard in Harlingen on the Wadden Sea in Holland, which has many years of experience in building multihulls. Dijkstra is certified by "Germanischer Lloyd" and "Bureau Veritas" and has already built more than 180 aluminium catamaran yachts and commercial vessels.

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Sustainable and eco-friendly

Catamaris ®  commitment to the sustainable reduction of its carbon footprint focuses in particular on the materials used. These components can be recycled and reused in an environmentally friendly way:

• Hulls and superstructure built of certified aluminium
• All components made of stainless steel (Inox)
• Engines, gearboxes, shafts, propellers, generators, water makers
• Cork for deck coverings
• Furniture construction, upholstery, safety glazing of the windows, fireproof insulation of aluminium hulls und superstructure

Catamaris ®  also makes a significant contribution to reducing CO2 emissions during operation.On Catamaris ®  catamarans, these components reduce CO2 emissions:

• Engines, gensets and equipment that meet the high EU standards in terms of CO2 emissions, for example.
• With our optional diesel-electric hybrid propulsion systems, a further significant reduction of CO2 emissions into the environment is achieved.

With a sustainable and environmentally friendly Catamaris ®  catamaran, you can make a positive contribution to reducing your carbon footprint.

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A circumnavigation sailing trip on a catamaran : a 1,546-day adventure across 27 countries

David and Amy

Round-the-world

Trip duration

A round-the-world in 1,546 days

Onboard their Fountaine Pajot Hélia 44 “Starry Horizons”, the couple criss-crossed the seas and oceans for no less than 546 days, covering more than 34,140 nautical miles and 27 countries from the port of Antigua in the Caribbean, forming a loop around the equador.

Presentation of the crew

“We are David and Amy Alton, two thirty-something-year-old Americans. When we met, Amy was an engineer and David was in the oil and gas industry in finance. While Amy had grown up around boats all her life, David had only been sailing once!  Soon after we met, Amy took over the family business in the maritime industry.

Eventually, we both got our USCG 100 Ton Master’s licenses and David came to work for Amy driving her boats. This is why we call her the Admiral!”

Preparation for the circumnavigation

“Since we were both licensed captains and had been day sailing around Galveston Bay on our previous 30 feet catamaran, we had an advantage over cruisers who are starting from scratch. We did want to get more experience on bigger boats, so we chartered down in the Caribbean.

Of course, we read a lot of books, blogs, and magazines. There were hardly any sailing YouTube channels out at the time, so that wasn’t a big thing for us.”

A cruise of more than 34,140 nautical miles

“We picked up our boat from the factory in La Rochelle in October of 2014. From there, we did a self-delivery, bringing the boat to Florida in three steps to do some outfitting to kit her out for a long-term cruising boat.

From Florida, we sailed the Bahamas, then up to Nova Scotia and Maine before heading down to the Caribbean. Three months later, we passed through the Panama Canal and spent two seasons in the South Pacific.

After seven months in Australia, we sailed up through Southeast Asia, then across the Indian Ocean, exploring lots of remote islands. In December of 2019, we passed the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa, and in March of 2020, we docked in Antigua,  crossing our wake and completing our world circumnavigation. “

Favorite sailing areas

“The South Pacific is easily our favorite sailing ground. The islands are remote and incredibly beautiful, and the people are amazingly friendly. French Polynesia is a dream destination, with rugged islands in the Marquesas, or idyllic atolls in the Tuamotus. Bora Bora exceeded expectations with crystal clear water and manta rays.”

Choosing the right catamaran for a circumnavigation

“When we were boat shopping, we had a list of requirements that we wanted. We did primarily look at the biggest production yards because we wanted to keep a strong resale value and yards like Fountaine Pajot have a good reputation – they’ve been building great boats for so long.

We went to the Annapolis Boat Show with a few models in mind, and when we got on the Helia is was an easy decision. The layout of the boat is amazing, and while she’s got plenty of space, she is definitely on the faster side for cruising boats.

All around the world we have meet Fountaine Pajots of all ages and sizes. Starry Horizons has held up very well in the nearly six years we have owned her, so we’ve been very pleased with our purchase.”

Circumnavigate on a catamaran

“On our entire circumnavigation, we spent less than 13% of our nights at sea. This means that 87% of the time we were stationary, at anchor or in a marina, taking advantage of the space our catamaran offered us.

Moreover, when we were sailing, we were mainly sailing downwind. Although we didn’t have much experience with monohulls, many friends complained about the performance of their boat downwind. Starry Horizons is super comfortable downwind.

It is also extremely performant and very safe, we always had confidence in our boat, even when the sea was rough, in squalls or tropical storms.”

Next adventures

“Right now, Starry Horizons is taking a well-deserved rest on the hard for hurricane season. We are back in Texas visiting our families.

We will launch again sometime within the next twelve months and cruise close to home; the Bahamas, Chesapeake Bay, or other nearby places. After that, we don’t have any plans!”

David and Amy regularly share tips and surprising anecdotes on their  blog  to accompany you in your navigations, the preparation for long cruises or simply to share their most beautiful sailing experiences and anchorages.

Starry horizons’ circumnavigation in a nutshell

• Leaving Antigua on December 30, 2015
• 10 navigations au long courslong-range navogations (1,000+ nm)
• 1,546 sailing days
• 4 crossings of the equator
• 22 nautical miles/day in average
• 34,140 nautical miles travelled
• 6 hauls out
• 27 countries and territories crossed
• 7 home returns
• 93.5% of the miles sailed as. a duo
• Arrival in Antigua on March 26, 2020

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Circumnavigation Island Tour

Circumnavigation island tour, a powerboat catamaran boat excursion around antigua..

Discover the secrets of Antigua and Barbuda on the luxury of Excellence. CIRCUMNAVIGATION Island TOUR join us as we cruise around the coastline of Antigua aboard our 5 star, state-of-the-art luxury catamaran. This passage is about 28 miles.

We welcome you aboard for a full circumnavigation tour of our island’s magnificent coastline. Think you’ve seen all that Antigua has to offer? Wait till you experience the views by sea!

$120/ per adult

$65 per child | $25 per child

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Must cancel at least 24 hours prior to schedule date of tour.

The sensation you will feel, as the alluring coastline glides by with its rolling hills shimmering in the distance, is one you will never forget. See areas such as the Pillars of Hercules, Jumby Bay, Bird Island and the natural spectacle of Devil’s Bridge, up close and personal. Be at peace with the world as you gaze at slender coconut palms swaying in the crisp breeze and listen to rhythmic calypso and reggae music as we sail along.

We will whisk you away to a secluded and uninhabited Green Island, where you can relax on the beach, explore the nearby reef or swim in the warm turquoise waters. Back on board the friendly crew will cook you a delicious lunch of chicken or fish accompanied by salad and local vegetables. Drinks are served to you by our crew from the open bar.

Next we will cruise across to English Harbour, where you will discover one of the most prestigious and renowned historical sights in the world.

Before we return to port our journey will take us passed the exotic western coast of Antigua in crystal clear waters, where virgin white sandy beaches and pristine bays can still be found. Excellence is not just our name; it’s our way of life!

Tour details

6 hours approximately

• Experienced Captain & Crew
• Delicious Lunch & Open Bar
• Use of Snorkeling equipment
• A day of Relaxation

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The excellence catamaran.

The Excellence is a first-class 80ft power catamaran, the name says it all! If you want to visit Antigua and Barbuda by sea, The Excellence is the way to do it! We will pamper you all day with an open bar, and a hot local lunch at midday, and if you want to Snorkel, you can always ask!

Please take note that the Excellence will not be operating in September 2023

Excellence Circumnavigation Tour

Discover the secrets of Antigua and Barbuda in luxury on the Excellence Circumnavigation Tour. Cruise around the coastline of Antigua a passage of about 28 miles. Think you’ve seen all that Antigua has to offer? Wait till you experience the views by the sea!

The sensation you will feel, as the alluring coastline glides by with its rolling hills shimmering in the distance, is one you will never forget.  See areas such as the Pillars of Hercules, Jumby Bay, Bird Island, and the natural spectacle of Devil’s Bridge, up close and personal.  Be at peace with the world as you gaze at slender coconut palms swaying in the crisp breeze and listen to rhythmic calypso and reggae music as we sail along.

The Excellence will whisk you away to the secluded and uninhabited Green Island, where you can relax on the beach, explore the nearby reef or swim in the warm turquoise waters.  Back onboard the friendly crew will cook you a delicious lunch of chicken or fish accompanied by salad and local vegetables. Drinks are served to you by our crew from the open bar.

Next, you will cruise across to English Harbour, where you will discover one of the most prestigious and renowned historical sights in the world.

Before you return to port our journey will take us past the exotic western coast of Antigua in crystal clear waters, where virgin white sandy beaches and pristine bays can still be found.

Excellence is not just our name; it’s our way of life!

Duration:  6 hours approximately

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Excellence Barbuda by Sea

Enjoy a 90 min sea voyage with all that cruising has to offer. Allow the ‘Excellence’ to take you across to BEAUTIFUL Barbuda, whilst you take in the vistas of the ocean, relaxing back with a cool drink of your choice.

Seeing Barbuda by  boat is the best way to enjoy this nature island and its spectacular beaches. We cruise up along Low Bay, a 17-mile beach (The longest in the Caribbean), where in season,  turtle tracks  will be visible, as some species may return every two weeks or so to lay up to 30 nests of 300 eggs.

At Low Bay, the  Excellence will pull right onto the beach, and lower a drop stairs to allow disembarkation. At this point, you are free to bask in the warm turquoise water or soak up some sun on the beach.

After swimming, a delicious Caribbean-style lunch will have been prepared by the crew on board the Excellence . After lunch, we pull anchor and head over to another beach – Princess Diana Beach. Enjoy another LONG beach break at one of the most beautiful beaches in our twin-island state. Swim in the clear water, feel the softest sand between your toes, bask in the hot Caribbean sun, and allow your mind to drift away in this idyllic paradise.

Excellence is not just our name; it’s our way of life! Bring your cameras, this is truly a unique experience. Only offered once a week and not available from January to April. We are the only tour operator offering organized day tours to Barbuda.

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9 Best Power Catamarans For Rough Seas and Coastal!

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Power catamarans are gaining popularity in the cruising world thanks to their enhanced stability and ease of operation. They’re ideal for coastal cruising but can also be used for ocean crossing thanks to their stability and speed.

Here are some of the best power catamarans on the market:

• Fountaine Pajot MY6
• Nautitech 47 Power
• Horizon PC74
• Lagoon Seventy 8
• ArrowCat 420
• Sunreef Supreme 68

In this article, I’ll review some of the best power catamarans out there. I’ll also go over the main features of different power cats and if they can handle rough weather. 

But before we dive in, let’s get a better understanding of what power cats are.

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What Is a Power Cat?

A power catamaran (power cat) is a motor-powered boat that, unlike traditional boats, has two hulls connected by a bridge deck. These vessels are more stable than monohulls because of their wide base.  

Power cats also don’t have a leaded keel to weigh them down, so they’re pretty lightweight and fast. The lack of a keel also means that power cats are more suitable for shallow waters.

They feature large engines designed to handle their bigger bodies and weights, and serve different purposes, like fishing, cruising, or crossing rough seas. In addition, each hull has a separate engine which makes them more maneuverable, especially at turns and tight spaces.

Power catamarans don’t have sails or masts and get all of their power from the combustion engine (or electric motor), unlike their sailing cousins. In addition, these vehicles are much easier to steer because of their increased stability.

Power catamarans have more interior and exterior space thanks to their multihull design, making them perfect for cruising and liveaboard . They also have ample space for storing everything you need on a cruise without worrying about weighing it down. Catamarans offer increased privacy as well because each hull houses one sleeping area, separated by the living area between them.

Are Power Cats Good in Rough Water?

Power catamarans are good in rough waters particularly because of their multi-hull design. Their wide base makes them stable, and their high speed allows for outrunning bad weather.

Power cats that feature a high bridge clearance, will handle rough waters effortlessly. With the added height, you won’t experience pounding and slamming even in heavy waves, allowing the crew to easily control the vessel in challenging situations.

These boats are also faster than their sailing counterparts, which means they can get you out of rough waters quickly.

In addition, since catamarans are large and tall, maneuvering is easier because you have a better view of the surroundings. Additionally, you can steer from the interior cockpit (on certain models), making it easier to control the vessel in bad weather.

Finally, although a power cat doesn’t have a keel to help it right itself in case of capsizing, it will still float easily because of its positive buoyancy.

Are Power Catamarans More Efficient?

Power catamarans are more fuel-efficient than monohulls because they don’t have leaded keels. While keels are designed to offer stability by weighing down the vessel, they increase the wetted surface and thereby add drag.

Due to the catamarans’ narrow bow entry, there’s lower resistance, leading to smoother acceleration and greater fuel economy in catamarans. In addition, power cats show fewer spikes in fuel consumption in a single power band, especially because of their smooth acceleration and fuel consumption.

The figures reported by cat owners or manufacturers show that power cats have the best power-consumption-to-speed ratios.

That being said, you can improve fuel efficiency by maintaining lower speeds; studies have shown that speed can be the most important factor in fuel efficiency, regardless of the number of engines or hull types. 

Now that you have a better understanding of power catamarans, let’s take a look at the ten best models on the market.

1. Leopard 53

This 53ft (16.19m) power cat is the fourth generation of the widely popular Leopard catamarans, and brings with it all the great features from her predecessor, the 51. 

Although the 51 was the company’s best-selling cat, they added these features to the 53 along with new ones to repeat its success. For example, they have built an enormous saloon, flybridge, and galley by removing the foredeck cockpit in the 51 PC, making it 30 percent larger than the previous model.

This model comes with three or four stateroom layouts, with the 3-stateroom version featuring an owner’s stateroom, two sinks, a loveseat, and lots of storage space.

With two Yanmar 370 hp engines, a maximum speed of 22 knots, and a cruising speed of 17.5, you can enjoy a magnificent ride, whether it’s long-distance cruising or a fun night out with friends.

2. Fountaine Pajot MY6

This luxury power cat is 44ft (13.40m) long, making it super spacious and suitable for families and big parties. With its spacious flybridge, sunbathing lounge, and enormous galley, it’s nothing short of a second home on the water. 

You can steer the cat from the saloon or the 21sqm (68 sq ft) flybridge which features a sunbathing lounge, a pool, and a galley.

This motor yacht continues to delight with its luxurious combination of privacy and pleasure, with views of the sea in almost every interior space. With three cabins, two bathrooms, six cabin beds, ample storage, and a kitchen that opens into the cockpit, you can enjoy practicality and luxury in one place.

The MY6 is exceptionally seaworthy and stable thanks to its wave-piercing hulls and Volvo IPS engines.

Like all power cats, it has straightforward steering, enabling you to control this beast even in the roughest circumstances.

3. Nautitech 47 Power

Powered by dual Volvo Penta D4 engines, this model can output 225-300hp, reaching a maximum of 22 knots and a cruising speed of 18-20 knots . This 46′ 8″ (14.23m) long power cat comes in three or four cabin versions, depending on the customer’s preference.

No matter which layout you choose, you’ll get a spacious, luxurious, and comfortable catamaran with panoramic views from the cabin. The sleek, streamlined exterior design ensures elegant sailing and seaworthiness.

It’s easy for passengers to navigate the deck thanks to its seamless design that connects the saloon to the cockpit and the rear deck. The stern features a big swimming platform that can also accommodate a tender. The cockpit is usable in different weather conditions thanks to the clear covers wrapping the whole area.

This efficient catamaran promises long cruising for big families and groups with two 300L water tanks and a pair of 645L fuel tanks.  

4. Horizon PC74

The Horizon PC 74 is another luxury power cat that can give you the comfort of your home on water. This 73′ 9” (22.48m) long power cat with a 2,000gal (7570L) fuel tank is an enormous vessel that can accommodate more than 14 people.

The enormous hardtop on the three-piece windshield, the teak dining table, the U-shaped bar, the sun pad, and the swing-out stools all guarantee that you’ll have the luxury cruising experience of a lifetime.

This vast and wide catamaran allows you to access the aft deck from the flybridge via a curving staircase. The vast aft deck has a ten-person dining table, a wet bar, and storage space. You can separate the interior and exterior spaces through sliding glass doors and make the space appear bigger by opening them.

Reaching a top speed of 23 knots and a cruising speed of 19 knots, this enormous catamaran was built for efficiency and practicality.

5. Lagoon Seventy 8

This 78’1″ (23.80m) power cat with two 494 HP engines and a 2246gal (8500L) fuel capacity is one of the largest power cats on the market, offering both comfort and reliability. The enormous flybridge can feature a jacuzzi, a sunbathing area, a large foldable dining table, and a hardtop with a moveable roof. However, you can customize the flybridge based on your preferences.

The designers have compromised nothing in terms of elegance and high-quality materials with top-of-the-line finishes and interior paneling to create the kind of luxury you want.

The saloon is huge, well-ventilated, and separated from the exterior by glass doors and panoramic windows.

But what sets Lagoon Seventy 8 apart from other power cats, in addition to its enormous size, is the wide choice of layouts. You can choose between five different versions, all offering the same amount of storage space, living and sleeping area, and privacy.

Additionally, some versions are fully customizable, allowing you to pick every detail to your liking.

6. ArrowCat 420

This 41′ (12.73m) long express cruiser is a semi-custom catamaran with two-stateroom and three-stateroom layouts. The ArrowCat 420 is designed and built with comfort and strength in mind, and capable of handling rough waters safely.

The two Suzuki 350 hp engines give this model a maximum speed of 40 knots and a cruising speed of 20 knots.

The streamlined design and the angled hulls ensure the vessel cuts through the waves effortlessly, making it easy to maneuver.

The fully-equipped head features an electric toilet, a shower, sink, and mirrors, coupled with a dining table, floor storage locker, and teak-finished floors. This cat is built to combine luxury and comfort for both onshore and offshore cruising.

7. Bali 4.3

This 43′ (13.1m) power cat is made for ocean crossing in mind. With five different layouts featuring different combinations of cabins and heads, the company ensures you’ll get the kind of setup you want. Regardless of the layout, this cat offers a spacious master suite with a large double bed and other private sleeping quarters.

You can quickly add to the overall space by removing the adjustable glass doors to merge the cockpit with the saloon.

A feature that sets the 4.1 apart from its predecessor is the fixed aft deck between the hulls, which provides a passageway and eliminates the need to go from one hull to the other without entering the cockpit.

8. Sunreef Supreme 68

According to its designers, this model was built with a radical concept in mind while staying true to the company’s promise of building the most comfortable and spacious power cats in the world.

One of the greatest features of the Supreme 68 is its aft garage that houses a 5m (16 ft) tender and two jet skis in addition to other water toys.

You can also transform the aft to a large platform for water sports by lowering the garage door.

The four-stateroom layout features ample storage, ensuite guest cabins, queen-sized beds, and TVs to create a memorable stay. The white and beige furniture with chrome details and floor-to-ceiling glazing create a soothing atmosphere that blends with the practicality of the well-equipped galley. 

However, if you’re looking for something different, you can opt for a customized model from three different layouts.

9. Hudson 48

The sleek, diamond-cut design of this 46.46’ (14.16m) long power cat is usually the first thing to catch your eye.

It’s a light displacement cat that ensures fast cruising with a top speed of 24 knots and cruising speed of 8 knots thanks to the two 370hp Yanmar V8 engines.

The three-cabin layout features a master stateroom with a spacious and well-ventilated design made possible via the three overhead windows and opening deck hatches.

The saloon’s enormous helm station allows for comfortable and safe accommodation, making it great for rough waters and bad weather conditions.

This model also offers a few entertainment options with its large TV systems and mood lighting. The storage areas and the full-sized walk-in wardrobe give this model a comfortable, homely setting.

Here are Some of My Favorite Catamaran Cruising Resources

Thank you for reading this article. I hope you found it helpful as you hopefully start your sailing adventures. Here are some resources that I use as a sailor that I hope you’ll also find helpful. These are affiliate links, so if you do decide to use any of them, I’ll earn a commission. But in all honesty, these are the exact things that I use and recommend to everyone, even my own family. Sailboats: If you’re looking for the best boat to suit your needs, I would recommend a catamaran. If you’re interested, I can show you the differences between catamarans and other types of sailboats .

Books:  For getting started, I really like  Cruising catamarans made easy . It is actually a textbook from the American sailing association; it is used to get a cruising catamaran certification. There are some other great books, and I have compiled a list of books about cruising catamarans that you will find useful.

Communication:  Being out on adventures, whether it be sailing or climbing mountains, good communications are essential to being safe. I recommend two things Google fi (incredibly simple cellular data all over the world) and Garmin inreach mini (for text and voice in remote areas without cell coverage)

Sailing courses: Online sailing courses are great for beginners starting out their sailing career; it’s an efficient way of learning the basics of navigation, throttle controls, and maritime safety. I suggest starting with two free courses from NauticEd .

To see all my most up-to-date recommendations,  check out this resource  that I made for you!

Owner of CatamaranFreedom.com. A minimalist that has lived in a caravan in Sweden, 35ft Monohull in the Bahamas, and right now in his self-built Van. He just started the next adventure, to circumnavigate the world on a Catamaran!

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Quadriplegic sailor and Wetwheels founder announces plan to circumnavigate the UK in a 9m power catamaran

• Laura Hodgetts
• February 19, 2024

Disabled adventurer and yachtsman Geoff Holt has unveiled a sneak preview of plans to circumnavigate the United Kingdom in a 9m Wetwheels power catamaran.

Seventeen years after quadriplegic sailor and Wetwheels founder Geoff Holt’s trail-blazing voyage around Britain in a 15ft dinghy, he is planning another UK circumnavigation.

Geoff unveiled a sneak preview of his plans on the main stage of BoatLife at NEC Birmingham .

The official launch event of Geoff’s “Finishing the dream” project will be taking place on 14 March at Dover, when the revamped Wetwheels vessel will be unveiled.

Geoff Holt, his team and supporters at BoatLife 2024

The vision is to take the first ever Wetwheels wheelchair-accessible power catamaran around the UK safely this May and June; the plan will be to visit approximately 17 harbours and ports, covering a distance of 1,750 miles.

Founder of Wetwheels, Geoff will Captain the vessel, supported by co pilot James Dunn and technician Sam Taylor-Nobbs.

The departure date is set for 13 May, from Tower Bridge, London. Lord Mayor of London Michael Mainelli will “do the honours” and the 9m Cheetah catamaran, will set off, travelling ‘westabout’ along the South coast, up the West coast, over the top of Scotland via Cape Wrath and back down the East coast.

Speaking on Friday, Geoff said: “This time I won’t be in a 15ft dinghy getting soaking wet and cold. At least I’ll be in a big Wetwheels power catamaran.”

Another lesson he has learned from his last challenge is not to be too optimistic with the timescale.

Geoff said: “It would be great it was four to six weeks. But having been burned so badly with my sailing ‘personal Everest’ when I told my wife it was going to be 30 days and it was 110. Try living in a campervan with a five year-old child for 110 days, it’s not easy.”

In 2007 Geoff sailed 1,500 miles around Great Britain aboard his 15ft catamaran dinghy Free Thinker. Credit: PA Images/Alamy

The Wetwheels project

An impetus for the challenge, is that the charity Geoff created is now running across the UK enabling people with major disabilities to experience the thrill of going to sea, yet there are four locational gaps. Geoff is keen to create Wetwheels boat bases at: Northern Ireland; East Coast; South Wales; and an ‘Outreach vessel.’

This is a £1million fundraising task.

Currently there are seven existing Wetwheels locations in: Edinburgh, Scotland; Whitby, Yorkshire; Dover; Jersey, Channel Islands; Portsmouth; Hamble; Falmouth and another one to be launched in Torbay next month.

Describing Wetwheels goals, Geoff said: “It’s getting people out, particularly those with profound, complex disabilities, from environments where they may be in sensory rooms or not normally leave their hospice or their medical setting, out on a powerboat and giving them the most amazing opportunities.”

Getting ‘out out’

After Geoff’s round-Britain challenge aboard Free Thinker in 2007, and his subsequent five-week transatlantic voyage in a 60ft catamaran, which saw Geoff become the ‘ first quadriplegic to Captain a boat across the Atlantic ‘, he began to be contacted by people from across the world asking: ‘How do you go sailing with a disability?’ ‘How do you get on the water with a disability?’

Geoff said: “Well trust me, it’s hard. It has been hard for a long time. It’s got better, it’s still not ideal. “Luckily, RYA Sailability exists, so there’s a lot of opportunities for dinghy sailing on reservoirs and rivers but there’s nothing to get ‘ out out’ as Micky Flanagan would say. “‘Out out’ on the water to feel the wind on your face, the spray on your face, to do 30 knots and have an amazing time, offshore, away from the coast . “For disabled people there was nothing. So in 2011, I did some research and discovered that the best catamaran for me to use would be a Cheetah Catamaran, two hulls , two engines on the back, just over 9m long. Every time a Wetwheels adapted Cheetah power catamaran goes out it can take up to 12 passengers of which three can be wheelchair users – pictured with Geoff Holt “The reason I went for a catamaran is it’s stable , plenty of room for people, including wheelchair users, and it was fast.” He added: “I created the boat deliberately so it wasn’t just a participatory experience. This wasn’t a trip boat that took you around the harbour and dropped you back and said ‘Did you have a nice time?’ This was about going out there and getting your heart rate up, and getting wet and getting really buzzing. “In particular that meant driving the boat [under the supervision of a qualified Captain] so the whole ethos of Wetwheels was to make it as barrier-free as possible, a shared experience with mums, and dads, friends and family, but also to just get out there, forget about your disability and have a bloody good time on the water.”

What is ‘finishing the dream’?

Wetwheels Yorkshire accessible power catamaran, moored in Whitby harbour. Credit: Loop Images Ltd/Alamy

Within a year of creating Wetwheels the team had taken 500 people on the water with Wetwheels Solent. Fastforward 12 years and there are eight identical Wetwheels boats around the UK and Channel Islands, taking in excess of 10,000 people a year out on the water.

Geoff said: “Every time we go out we take up to 12 passengers of which three can be wheelchair users.” He added: “When I started this in 2011, my dream was to ensure that around the UK coastline there were enough Wetwheels boats to provide the opportunity for anyone with a disability to get out and have a good time. window._taboolaSlots=window._taboolaSlots||[];window._taboolaSlots.push({"mode":"thumbnails-a-mid","container":"taboola-mid-article","placement":"Mid Article","target_type":"mix"}); “Slowly, over the years we’ve started to build that network but there are gaps.”

Wetwheels is a national charity, of which Geoff is a trustee, each operator is a social enterprise. Each Wetwheels Cheetah catamaran costs £250,000, plus £100,000 a year to run.

Geoff said: “You can do the maths, it’s not cheap.” He added: “ Finishing the dream is to find a way to acquire these final four boats .”

About Geoff

Geoff Holt was made a Member of the British Empire (MBE) by Queen Elizabeth II. Credit: PA Images/Alamy

Geoff, who became paralysed from the chest down following a shallow diving accident in 1984, told BoatLife visitors: “I’ve spent most of my life in a wheelchair, the last 40 years or so, with a severe disability. But yachting and sailing is something that’s incredibly important to me and I’ve been very fortunate to do a number of adventures.

“I sailed around Great Britain in a little dinghy , I sailed the Atlantic Ocean a couple of years after that and I’m very fortunate to be able to go sailing as much as I can through a number of charities.

“RYA Sailability is a charity I set up 25 years ago with the Royal Yachting Association and more recently with a charity called Wetwheels which I started 10 years ago.”

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First circumnavigation

Geoff started his record-breaking voyage to circumnavigate Britain from the Hamble, Hampshire. Credit: PBWPIX/Alamy

Geoff said: I sailed my little dinghy Free Thinking 1,500 miles around Great Britain in 2007. We stopped at 51 locations and this was a project I put together to prove to myself that as a disabled yachtsman I could still do al those amazing things that I couldn’t do before my accident in 1984. “It was a huge project, I had lots of sponsors, some of those sponsors are still with me today. “It was an incredible journey, 51 starts, 51 stops, 110 days travelling around the country, going to some quite amazing places – amazingly beautiful as well. The further North you get, the scenery and the people are just remarkable. “The plan was to go over the top, to go over Cape Wrath and the Pentland Firth. 2007 was a particularly bad year so we took the decision to go through the Caledonian Canal, it’s stunningly beautiful . “One thing that still surprises me today is all of the sea around Great Britain, on average, the deepest bit is 50-60 metres if you’re lucky. If you go through the middle of Scotland, Loch Ness, it’s 250 metres deep.”

He added: “That was my personal Everest.

“When I got back I sailed across the Atlantic Ocean. I became the first quadriplegic to Captain a boat across the Atlantic. It was a 60ft catamaran, one start, one stop, 3,000 miles and it took me five weeks.”

Geoff said being on the water, and the freedom you get from it, “everything you hear, see, smell” is something he wants to share with everyone: “Being able to do that in a safe, inspiring way was something I was very keen to create.”

Sponsors wanted

“The Project” of taking Wetwheels around the UK on a circumnavigation has already gained the sponsorship support of: Stelios Philanthropic Foundation; Raymarine – a supporter of Geoff’s since his ‘around the Isle of Wight voyage in 1992; Hugh James law firm; Cheetah Marine and the RS Marine Group; RS Electric Boats; Henri Lloyd another long time supporter of Geoff’s since 1992; plus other supporters.

In addition to his crew on board, Geoff will have a shore team, including his wife and a wheelchair accessible motorhome, a regular motorhome and another vehicle travelling around the UK.

The media launch will be taking place on 14 March at Dover, when the boat will be revealed. Geoff said: “I promise you, it looks stunning. If I say the control centre of Star Trek: Enterprise, you might get an idea of what it’s going to look like.”

Find the holding page (until the official launch) at www.finishingthedream.co.uk

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An expedition that wants to circumnavigate the globe in six years using a catamaran powered by renewable energy and hydrogen is due to get underway in February 2017.

The ship is named Energy Observer and it is under construction in St. Malo, France. It is a 30.5 m catamaran fitted with solar panels. The hull is not new, having previously completed a round the world trip in 1994.

Energy Observer will use only solar panels and wind turbines to power its electric motors. But what happens at night or when is no wind? The vessel is also fitted with groundbreaking technology that uses electrolysis to charge its hydrogen fuel cells. These will power the motors when the other means are depleted.

“We are going to be the first boat with an autonomous means of producing hydrogen. For many, hydrogen is a condemned technology and the idea is to prove that these impossible things are possible" , said Victorien Erussard, co-founder of the Energy Observer project.

The project has support from a group of French naval architects, as well as the LITEN research institute. The six-year trip around the world will be used to gather data that will be used in development of hydrogen fuel cell technology for the maritime and transport industries.

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Broaden your perspective of Antigua by admiring the island as you cruise along the coastline. Pass Bird Island, Devil's Bridge, and Nelson's Dockyard as you circumnavigate Antigua with a drink in your hand.

After convenient pickup from your hotel, board the catamaran and grab a refreshing drink from the open bar before finding the perfect spot to settle in. Cruise past Bird Island, the only place in the world where you can find the Antiguan racer snake in the wild. Next, get an up-close look at Devil's Bridge, a natural arch formation in limestone created by the crashing ocean waves.

With unlimited drinks and rhythmic calypso and reggae tunes, embrace a state of complete relaxation. Explore the secluded Green Island before a lunch of Caribbean style chicken and fish on the boat. As your tour comes to an end, cruise through Nelson's Dockyard for a history lesson and admire world-class yachts in the marina as well as pristine beaches before a ride back to your hotel.

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Solar-Powered Catamaran Circumnavigates Earth

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This Friday, May 4, a vessel named Tûranor PlanetSolar will become the first totally solar-powered boat to circumnavigate the Earth. The broad, V-shape catamaran left Monaco on September 27, 2010, traveled west on a mostly equatorial route, and will return to the Monaco Yacht Club 584 days later. Now crossing the northern Mediterranean Sea from Corsica toward France, Tûranor will have covered 53,000 kilometers, roughly 28,600 nautical miles.

The carbon-fiber boat, 31 meters long and 15 meters wide, has a flat deck that is plastered with solar panels made by SunPower . Flaps can fold out to expose additional panels, creating a total solar area of 537 square meters (5,700 square feet). The panels, which average 18.8 percent efficiency—among the highest for commercial products—charge six banks of lithium-ion batteries that can generate up to 93.5 kilowatts of power (about 127 horsepower) and keep the catamaran going for three days with no sun. Top speed: 27.3 kilometers per hour (17 mph, 15 knots). The hull and outriggers are designed to minimize air and water resistance.

The 38,000 silicon solar cells power the boat’s motor, water systems, lights—everything except the small propane cooking stove. The six-man crew that crossed the Atlantic Ocean from Monaco to Miami was subsequently reduced to four people to demonstrate “that it is not necessary to have a large crew to operate these technologies,” says Raphaël Domjan, an independent Swiss engineer who founded the project, designed the boat and serves as its skipper. He and his team derived the name Tûranor, meaning “the power of the sun,” from J.R.R. Tolkien’s novel The Lord of the Rings .

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Domjan, 39, posts a daily log on the ship’s multimedia Web site. His April 30 entry conveys a mix of excitement and melancholy: “I realize that all the details surrounding our adventure were actually the engine of our life for the last 18 months. It is an awkward feeling to think that in a few days, all these little things that had become our life will disappear forever. When we left Monaco in September 2010, I was looking forward to seeing my mountains again, but…today, I realized…that I will be missing this feeling I have when sailing off, once I will be back to my life on the ground.” His last post will be May 7, after a weekend of dockside festivities at the Monaco Yacht Club.

Armchair adventurers can follow the final two days of the crew’s journey through frequent updates on Facebook and Twitter ; Tûranor is scheduled to arrive in Monaco on Friday at 2 p.m. local time (8 a.m. EDT). The Web site also has lots of data about the boat , profiles the scientific team and details the catamaran’s current position and the course it took around the world.

Less-smitten pragmatists may wonder why Domjan built the $24 million vessel and spent millions more dollars to conduct the 18-month journey. Domjan says the planet “deserves a better, brighter and less polluted future.” The project, he says, “will help to motivate engineers and scientists to develop innovative technologies, inspire people around the world and show that the impossible can become possible.”

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