The new generation of motor catamarans is here
Elegance and comfort on board. Here are the motor multihulls according to the Catana Group
After winning the hearts of cruising catamaran enthusiasts with more than 40 years of experience through two sailing-focused brands, Catana and Bali, the French Catana Group, based in Canet en Roussillon in southern France, unveiled a new brand entirely dedicated to motoring in 2023: YOT Power Catamarans. With a totally rethought approach focused on the uses and trends of motor boating, YOT’s ambition is to produce a range of high-end motor catamarans with unmatched design and comfort, good range, reasonable fuel consumption, excellent seaworthiness and high performance. The right compromise between these paradoxically opposite goals gave birth to the first model of this new range: the YOT 36. YOT 36 is the first, and smallest, example of the new YOT Power Catamarans shipyard and will be part of a 36- to 50-foot outboard range to be launched over the next few years, after which the shipyard will focus on a range of inboard-powered catamarans. YOT 36 is an 11-meter walkaround catamaran with an open deck aft, sundeck area, salon and galley, while below deck we find two cabins. Propulsion is provided by two outboards of 300 horsepower each. The concept and design of the YOT 36 was entrusted to the J&J Design studio, which worked to create a boat that is easy to maneuver even for beginners, but can satisfy and entertain even the most experienced owners. It lends itself excellently both to use as a daycruiser and to outings and cruises for a few days with family or friends. The shipyard’s style aims to focus on modern design, generous and functional spaces, and powerful yet stable and safe catamarans.
THE FIRST OF A NEW GENERATION OF MOTOR CATAMARANS
YOT 36 (10.92 x 3.99 m)
YOT 36 (10.92 x 3.99 m) is the first motor catamaran model unveiled by the newly formed YOT Power Catamarans shipyard, part of the French Catana Group, an expert in sailing catamarans.
A HUGE PLATFORM ON THE SEA
At anchor, the aft area of YOT 36 transforms into a huge terrace overlooking the sea. The two folding bulwarks and the stern platform, which encloses the two outboard motors, provide unparalleled space for boats of this size.
FOR A QUICK CRUISE
This 11-meter walkaround, with open deck plan aft, sundeck area, salon and galley, hides two cabins forward, both with en suite facilities. The left one, which is wider, is dedicated to the owner.”