Owners Blog
Fountaine Pajot Orana 44 “Midi” – Midi’s Meanderings Part Two
Posted: 9th May 2012. Kalimera, kalimera Yes we are back in the Greek Islands. After doing a huge shop in Marmaris and saying goodbye to new and old friends, plus our feline friend Patch, we headed off, visiting a couple of anchorages on our way to Bozburun, where we checked out of Turkey, after having [...]
Catana 55 – first pics!
Posted: 16th May 2012. We have just received the first pics of the magnificent new Catana 55. Check them out below. For more information please contact us.
New 2012 Lipari 41 cruising catamaran set to impress at Mackay Marine Festival
Posted: 8th May 2012. Visitors to the 2012 Mackay Marine Festival from 23-24 June will have the exclusive opportunity to inspect the brand new version of the prestigious Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 sailing catamaran. The new 2012 model Lipari 41 features a spectacular new interior including luminous timber cabinetry, contemporary upholstery and the highest standard [...]
Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 “In Tune” – back on air in Tunisia – Northern Africa!
Posted: 1st May 2012. TUNING IN to IN TUNE …. Episode 10 Hi Everyone, Hope the New Year has been good to you so far with few hassles and lots of happiness. Ours has certainly been very relaxing – mainly because of its predictability – though there is never a shortage of things to do. [...]
New Salina 48 Evolution to be launched at 2012 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
Posted: 26 April 2012. In addition to the Southern Hemisphere launch of the new carbon-infused Catana 47, Multihull Solutions will also stage the Australasian launch of the brand new Fountaine Pajot Salina 48 Evolution at 2012 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show from 24-27 May. With upgrades inspired by Fountaine Pajot’s exclusive Flagship range, the exciting new [...]
10 good reasons to change to a cat …
Posted: 26th April 2012. Article by: Multihulls World. Fed up with living heeled over? Want to live a unique adventure by taking your family on a boat for the first time? No possible doubt, it’s time to change to a catamaran… You want to sail as a family. Nothing better than a catamaran for family [...]
2012 – Brisbane to Gladstone Multihull Division wrap-up, results and images
Posted: 25th April 2012. In 2012, Multihull Solutions was again the major sponsor of the Multihull Division of the Brisbane to Gladstone Ocean Race. Following is a wrap-up of this years events, the results and some great action images by Jules Geldard from Vid Pic Pro. Record cast in stone. By: Ian (Stripey) Grant Back [...]
Fountaine Pajot Orana 44 “Midi” – Midi’s meanderings part 1 for 2012 – our new adventures begin!
Posted: 22 April 2012. Testing, testing, 1-2-3, HELLO anyone out there! Well yes it is us, Bruce and Lesley – back on the water in Turkey for the 2012 season. Our annual adventure started in Auckland with a stopover in Seoul and onto Istanbul, then Marmaris, in our beloved Turkey! Thankfully the weather is getting [...]
Fountaine Pajot – Sanya 57 Boat Review
Posted: 24th April 2012. Words by Philippe Echelle for Multihulls World Magazine. Sanya 57 – The 57’ synthesis according to Fountaine Pajot. From Eleuthera to the Bahamas, to Sanya in the extreme south of China, the search for a name for the successor to the Eleuthera 60’ led the Fountaine Pajot team to the other [...]
Sail Mooloolaba kicks off 23rd June 2012
Posted 19th April 2012. If you are looking for a social sailing event with a dose of competitive spirit, check out Sail Mooloolaba. Sail Mooloolaba is an annual week-long celebration of sailing which brings national, Queensland and Sunshine Coast sailors and supporters to Mooloolaba. Introduced in 2010 into the Queensland sports calendar, Sail Mooloolaba aims [...]
Sea lions onboard in the Galapagos!
Posted 13th April 2012. The following is written by Jackie & Graham Smith who are currently delivering Coralie and Allan Davis’ Fountaine Pajot – Lipari 41 “Whiskers” back to Australia. Coralie and Allan picked up “Whiskers” ex factory in June 2010 and for family reasons had to cut their trip short in December 2011. Delivery [...]
Twice the fun at Pittwater Multihull Rendezvous
Posted 11th April 2012. Participants at the recent 2012 Pittwater Multihull Rendezvous proved that more hulls means more fun. Run by Multihull Solutions, the inaugural event was a tremendous success with owners and guests aboard 11 boats enjoying three days of sailing and social action. There was a great range of multihulls entered including Fountaine [...]
Multihull Solutions gears up for huge Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
Media Release Posted: 10th April 2012. With three premier boats on display including the Asia Pacific launch of a new 47’ catamaran, Multihull Solutions is anticipating a very successful 2012 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show The multihull specialists will again have a strong presence at the event from 24-27 May showcasing the Fountaine Pajot Salina 48 [...]
Updated Fountaine Pajot Sanya 57 video now showing …
Posted: 9th April 2012. Click below to check out the latest video from Fountaine Pajot showcasing the stunning Sanya 57.
Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 owner – “It doesn’t get better than this!”
Posted: 4th Arpil 2012. We loved this photo sent in by Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 owner Jacques. Here he is photographed kicking back and enjoying his boat on a beautiful day in Port Stephens.
Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 “Katmazu” owners did an ex-factory pick-up in 2011 – here is their cruising story so far …
Posted: 28th March 2011 Chris and Marian Morgan purchased a brand new Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 in 2010 and decided to pick their boat up ex-factory in La Rochelle, France in March 2011. Since collecting the boat they have enjoyed some amazing adventures sailing through France, Spain, Portugal, Morocco and more. Here is a snippet [...]
Catana 59. The dream becomes a reality!
Posted 21st March 2012. It is inside building “C” of the shipyard where the new Catana 59 is being born.One can see between the openings of the doors her purified silhouette and her impressive bows. The Catana 59 is equipped with carbon bulkheads and multiplexed electrical network. She receives at this time the first carpentry [...]
How to enclose the cockpit of your boat
Posted: 21st March 2012. Our most recent Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 owners based in Perth, Western Australia have just fitted a complete set of drop down clears and fly screens to the cockpit area on their boat. These create fantastic protection from sun, wind and insects making this area suitable to use in all weather [...]
Multihull Solutions at two boat shows this weekend
Media Release: Monday, March 19, 2012. Multihull Solutions will be exhibiting on both sides of the continent this weekend as they attend the Pittwater Sail Expo in Sydney as well as Hillary’s Boat Show in Western Australia. The popular Orana 44 sailing catamaran by Fountaine Pajot will be available for inspection at the Pittwater Sail [...]
New Model Lipari 41 to be Unveiled at Hillarys Boat Show in WA
Media Release Posted: 6th March 2012. Multihull Solutions is proud to unveil the latest model of the Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 at Hillarys Boat Show in Western Australia from 23-25 March. The new 2012 model Lipari 41 features a number of interior upgrades including luminous timber cabinetry, contemporary upholstery and the highest standard of fixtures [...]
Last Chance to Join Pittwater Multihull Rendezvous
Media Release Posted 1st March 2012. Entries are filling fast for the 2012 Pittwater Multihull Rendezvous from 17-18 March, but spots are still available to join this superb weekend of sailing and social action. Set against the spectacular backdrop of Pittwater, the Multihull Rendezvous brings together power and sail multihull enthusiasts to view a broad [...]
Australia set to experience stunning new Catana 47
Media Release Posted: 27th February 2012. The new high performance Catana 47 has been launched to international acclaim and will soon be turning heads in Australia. This new model sets new standards in comfort, safety, quality and performance which are hallmarks across all their range and responsible for creating Catana’s impeccable reputation. Replacing the legendary [...]
Sunreef Yachts at the 2012 Dubai International Boat Show
Posted 26th February 2012. Sunreef Yachts welcomes you to one of the world’s most anticipated marine events, the 2012 Dubai International Boat Show, held from 13-17 March 2012. You can visit their stand in the Luxury Supplies & Services Area LSS-D11 to find out more regarding Sunreef’s cutting-edge designs and most recent projects, such as [...]
Pre-owned multihulls sailing out the door …
Posted: 21st February 2012. Welcome to the February edition of our brokerage e-News bringing you the best pre-owned multihulls on the market today. It has already been an exceptional start to 2012 across both new and pre-owned multihull sales with our team selling a total of seven boats since 1 January – that’s more than [...]
New Catana Video
Posted: 16th February 2012. Catana have just released some exciting new footage of the Catana 47 sailing, showing the boat sailing at extreme speeds in superior comfort. This new model Catana 47 epitomises the values which have made Catana one of the world’s leading brands: Comfort, Safety, Quality, Performance Check it out here: For more [...]
New brochures now available for premium pre-owned listings
Posted: 15th February 2012. When we list a premium pre-owned boat for sale we create a dedicated 16 page, full colour, gloss brochure to send to perspective buyers. These brochures highlight the vessels features, specifications, layouts along with an array of quality photos. To download the PDF version of these brochures or to see more [...]
Immaculately maintained Fountaine Pajot – Orana 44 now for sale
Posted 13th February 2012. “La Rochelle” is a superbly presented Orana 44 by Fountaine Pajot. Her current owners are meticulous in her maintenance schedule, resulting in an ideal buy for a new boat buyer. The Orana 44′s are a blue water capable catamaran with 200nm + days easily achieved. She features same level living with [...]
Catana 47 “Rafale” on the podium – 3rd place in the ARC rally!
Posted: 9th February 2012. “Rafale”, the first Catana 47 with the ‘Carbon Infusion’ proceeding, participated in the 2011 Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC). The start was given on November 20, 2011 in Las Palmas (Canary Islands) to arrive in St Lucia (Caribbean) on December 6, 2011. This is the only boat in the fleet to [...]
Fountaine Pajot Sanya 57 Presentation now available for viewing
Posted: 20th January 2012 The stunning new Fountaine Pajot Sanya 57 presentation has now been posted to our YouTube channel. Click here to check it out. The Sanya 57 is defined by its unique, contemporary design and has been strategically constructed for ocean cruising and unforgettably luxurious family holidays. Affording all the pleasures of the [...]
Pittwater Multihull Rendezvous – 16-18 March 2012
Posted: 20th January 2012 Hosted and organised by Multihull Solutions, the Pittwater Multihull Rendezvous is a casual sailing event designed to bring multihull enthusiasts together for a weekend of fun sailing and socialising. We welcome you to join the fun, enjoy sailing in company with other multihull enthusiasts along with having time to share and [...]
Hillarys Boat Show in Western Australia – 23-25 March 2012
Posted: 16th January 2011. Western Australia’s most popular family orientated show is due to be staged from the 23-25 March this year at Hillarys Boat Harbour in the northern suburbs of Perth. The Multihull Solutions team will be there showcasing the brand new Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41. With 17km of pristine coastline, the City of [...]
Quality pre-owned multihulls now on sale!
Posted: 16th January 2011. Happy New Year and welcome to our very first brokerage e-News which is a new way for us to show you the best pre-owned multihulls on the market today. Sent monthly, each edition will feature a range of new listings, vessels that have reduced their pricing along with a sneak peek [...]
Sunreef Yachts Signs Contract for New Performance Superyacht
Posted: 13th January 2012. Following two superyacht launches in 2010, Sunreef Yachts continues to lead the field in luxury large yacht design. Represented in Australia by Multihull Solutions, Sunreef Yachts has just confirmed the sale of a cutting-edge 80-foot superyacht. This new Sunreef 80 is significantly different from previous models made by the company, with [...]
Why a Fountaine Pajot Mahe 36 Evolution?
Posted: 11th January 2012. This informative article outlines why one multihull owner chose the Fountaine Pajot Mahe 36 Evolution after much research. Read on to gain his first hand knowledge and findings and the reasons why he chose this catamaran over its competitors. Written by Geoffrey Chia – owner of Fountaine Pajot Mahe 36 Evolution. [...]
Dreamer’s Indonesian cruising and adventures continue …
Crikey…just looked back on our emails to see when we sent out the last big one….it was a month and a half ago and we were heading to North Komodo???? Well just to reassure you all…WE MADE IT! Hey…better late than never! So for all you people who just love the long bedtime stories…suck it [...]
Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 “In Tune” Cruising enchanting Tunisia – “Tuning In” Episode 10
Written 22nd December 2011. Posted 05th January 2012. Hi Everyone, Our Christmas will be a very different one in quite a few ways – but before I tell you about our activities I will fill you in on the happenings of the last few months. I will say …. that I have written a fair [...]
Chart Plotter back up
Posted: 4th January 2012. By: Jacques Armenante (owner Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40). For a while now I had been looking at a way to replicate what I have on my laptop (Maxsea V 12.1) on a remote monitor that I could install at the helm. Monitors are VERY expensive and require a fair amount of [...]
December e-News – Comparing cruising cats, Latest listings, news and more …
Posted: 21st December 2011. Welcome to our final e-News for 2011. It has certainly been an interesting year with many events and developments that have impacted on the entire marine industry. Mother nature unleashed her fury on Australia, New Zealand and the entire Asia Pacific region, testing the spirits and resilience of all affected by [...]
Improve your bench space in the galley
Posted: 16th December 2011 By: Jacques Armenante (owner Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40) I have found a cheap way in the DIY mode to increase bench space in the Galley of our Lavezzi . Follow these 4 easy steps: Purchase two Lazy Susan from IKEA , you will find that the diameter matches the outside rim [...]
Multihull Solutions celebrates strong year despite sluggish market
Media Release Posted: 12th December 2011. Multihull Solutions has recorded a remarkable year despite a punishing market with new and pre-owned boat sales continuing to soar. The specialist multihull company has defied industry trends to sell almost AUD$14 million in new boats and AUD$9 million in brokerage boats in the calendar year to date. With [...]
Cruising Catamarans On Test – with surprising results!
Posted: 9th December 2011 Written by some of the most highly respected sailors and boating journalists, Yachting World compares the Lagoon 400, Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 & Broadblue 435. Read on to gain these invaluable insights. Could you love a catamaran? By Yachting World Magazine – December 2011 edition. Catamarans have a lot going for [...]
Overseas boat ‘bargains’ hurting Australians with ocean of hidden costs
Media Release Posted: 5th December 2011 Industry leader Multihull Solutions reports a shocking increase in stories of people being stung by the pitfalls of purchasing alleged ‘bargain boats’ from overseas. Multihull Solutions director Richard Kilburn said that, while attracted by the idea of nabbing a ‘cheaper’ pre-owned boat on the international brokerage market, many people [...]
Festive Season Office Hours
Posted: 30 November 2011. Please find below our operating hours for the Christmas and New Year period. Leading up to the holiday season we will be operating our normal business hours of Monday to Friday – 8.30am – 5.00pm. Mooloolaba & New Zealand Office: Friday 23rd December Open 8.30am – 5pm Saturday 24th December Closed [...]
Lipari 41 proves itself after rigorous world sea trial
Posted: 30th November 2011. The Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 has earned its reputation as one of the world’s top offshore cruising catamarans in its 12 metre class, after successfully completing a formidable 12,000nm voyage from France to Australia in just six months. Confidently tackling the world’s biggest oceans and most challenging conditions, the Lipari 41, [...]
Fountaine Pajot Orana 44 “Midi” – Part 13 – Final meanderings for 2011 – hot air ballooning in Cappadocia caps off a trip of a lifetime!
Posted: 26th November 2011. And now, the end is here And so I face the final curtain (for the 2011 Northern Hemisphere sailing season) My friend I’ll say it clear I’ll stake my case of which I’m certain I’ve lived a life that’s full (sorry Dr Nigel) I traveled each and ev’ry highway (well a [...]
Crossing the Atlantic with the ARC – The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers
Posted: 23rd November 2011. This annual transatlantic rally started on Sunday the 20th November at 12.30pm in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands with 217 multihulls and monohulls bound for Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia in the Caribbean. This rally has become the most popular way to cross the Atlantic. The largest transocean [...]
Update from “Dreamer” heading for Sumbawa, Indonesia – Komodo dragons and more!
Posted: 21st November 2011. Hi all, Been 9 or so days since one of my lengthy updates that you all love so much and we have left Flores, bound for North Komodo today. We have stopped at little bays for overnighters or to have our little domestic days where we do the laundry etc. We [...]
New Fountaine Pajot Salina 48 Evolution “Skoll” – Maiden voyage from Brisbane to New Caledonia
Posted: 19th November 2011. Multihull Solutions General Manager Patrick Gilot was born in France, studied and lived in Europe as well as South America and USA, and is subsequently fluent in French,Spanish, English and German. Being multilingual has its perks including being invited by a new Fountaine Pajot Salina 48 Evolution French owner to join [...]
Another stunning slide show from Fountaine Pajot Salina 48 “Novae” sailing in Turkey
Posted: 17th November 2011. Hi all, Helen compiled a new nice video of a cruise we did a couple of weeks ago sailing around Gocek, Southern Turkey. Click here to view. Keep smiling, Stefano
Fountaine Pajot Mahe 36 Evolution – “Serendipity” enjoying The Mediterranean after an ex-factory pick-up
Posted: 16th November 2011. Australian couple Karin and Scott Wilkinson met the Multihull Solutions team at the Sydney Boat Show a couple of years ago and have since purchased “Serendipity” a Fountaine Pajot Mahe 36 Evolution. They decided to make their first cruising plans The Mediterranean so chose the ‘factory pickup’ option which took them [...]










