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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 [...]
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 [...]
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 – 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 [...]
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.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
Multihull Solutions expects big crowds at Sunshine Coast Marine Festival
Posted: 7th November 2011 Industry leader Multihull Solutions expects big crowds for its Open Weekend at the inaugural Sunshine Coast Marine Festival on 19-20 November. Incorporating the first ever Sunshine Coast Sailing Expo, the event will be a spectacular weekend showcasing a comprehensive range of multihulls and other sail and power craft. Located at the [...]
CYCA to consider including multihull racing in their program
Posted: 25th Oct 2011. By Roger McMillan – Editor My Sailing and Australian Sailing and Yachting Magazine. The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, the organiser of the Rolex Sydney Hobart race and Australia’s most influential ocean racing organisation, has agreed to investigate whether it should include multihull racing on its program. In its Offshore e-newsletter [...]
Multihulls dominate New Zealand’s Coastal Classic
Posted: 24th Oct 2011. By Zoe Hawkins for My Sailing website. Despite very optimistic forecasts yesterday it seemed almost too much to hope for that the sub-six hour record would finally be broken in the NZMYC Coastal Classic, but TeamVodafoneSailing did it when they crossed the finish line in five hours, 44 minutes and 31 [...]
Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41: My Boat “Isis” – featured in Cruising Helmsman Magazine
By Karen Harper and Hamish Smith featured in October 2011 Cruising Helmsman Magazine – My Boat section. This is an informative article written by a couple who searched long and hard for the perfect boat. It runs through their decision process and gives allot of helpful advice for anyone looking to purchase a live a [...]
Incredible opportunity to land an exceptional Cumberland 44 Power Cat
31/10/11 – Vessel Currently Under Negotiation 1/11/11 – Vessel SOLD Multihull Solutions has just announced one of the most exciting brokerage listings of the year with a superb 2007 Cumberland 44 power catamaran in ‘as new’ condition and comprehensively outfitted. The Cumberland 44, Valelevu is arguably one of the finest pre-owned Cumberland 44’s currently for [...]
New Catana 59 at cutting edge of racing innovation
Catana’s latest model, the Catana 59, has captured worldwide attention with its unique design that revolutionises recreational catamarans. With more than 26 years of experience and the help of several established firms of naval architects, the Catana 59 is a tour de force with incredibly streamlined hulls, a classically elegant design and astounding performance. The [...]
2011 Whitsunday Rendezvous hailed a success!
The 2011 Multihull Solutions Sponsored Whitsunday Rendezvous has been hailed a roaring success with boats and crews already making plans for next year’s event. Thank you to all those that participated and contributed to the success of this event! 2012 event details to be posted shortly. To be the first to know follow us on [...]
New NEEL 45 trimaran greeted with worldwide interest
Innovative trimaran builder NEEL has produced an exciting new model, the NEEL 45, which has been greeted with enthusiasm from international multihull enthusiasts. Designed and constructed after NEEL’s three decades of sailing and ship building experience, the new NEEL 45 is the ultimate fast cruising trimaran which is easy to handle, intrinsically impressive, comfortable and [...]
Multihull Syndication – buy a share in a Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 Sailing Cat
If you would like to own a boat but you simply do not have the time and resource to utilise and maintain your vessel all year round, then a share in a boat syndicate may suit you. Unlike timeshare arrangements, you actually own a share in your boat and also share the usage, maintenance and [...]
Prime Multihull Marina Berth for Sale
If you are looking for a great deal on a marina berth in a prime location, your search is over! Located in pole position in beautiful Mooloolaba Marina, this multihull berth won’t be on the market for long. Enjoy easy access to your boat with the Sunshine Coast Airport just 15 minutes drive and Brisbane [...]
WSSRC Officially announces New World Record
Posted: 12th September 2011. Congratulations Bruce! On September 11th the WSSRC (World Sailing Speed Record Council) announced the ratification of a new World Record for Mooloolaba sailor Bruce Arms sailing Big Wave Rider his self-built 14M Robin Chamberlin designed catamaran. See WSSR Newsletter No 203. Around Australia. Bruce Arms 11/09/11. Singlehand Around Australia WORLD RECORD [...]
Fountaine Pajot launches spectacular new Sanya 57
Fountaine Pajot has launched a hallmark of elegance and innovation with the brand new Sanya 57 sailing catamaran. The Sanya 57 is defined by its unique, contemporary design and has been strategically constructed for performance ocean cruising and unforgettably luxurious and safe family holidays. A true ocean-going catamaran, the Sanya 57 shines with the distinctive [...]
Congratulations Bruce – Solo round Australia record broken!
Solo sailor Bruce Arms, in his 14 metre catamaran Big Wave Rider, crossed the finish line at Mooloolaba on the 18th August 2011 at 9:41:06 am AEST setting a new round Australia record. Bruce, renowned sailor and two-time winner of the Solo Trans-Tasman yacht race, completed his solo, non-stop, and un-assisted sail around Australia in [...]
Bruce Arms Solo record in sight – Will it be 38 or 39 days – ETA update 6am
Posted August 18, 2011 Media Release No.15 Solo sailor Bruce Arms, in his 14 metre catamaran Big Wave Rider, is now less than 12 hours away from setting a new round Australia record. Bruce, renowned sailor and two-time winner of the Solo Trans-Tasman yacht race, is in week 5 of his world-record attempt to sail [...]
New Job Opportunity as Top Marine Company Expands
Posted: Tuesday, 16 August, 2011 As a result of their continuing success, the Multihull Solutions is on the look-out for a motivated and professional Administration Manager/Book Keeper to join their award-winning team. Based in the company’s head office in Mooloolaba on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and reporting to the Financial Controller, the successful applicant will be [...]
Bruce Arms – Solo Sailor Round Australia Record In Sight
Posted: August 17, 2011 Media Release No.13 Sponsored by Multihull Solutions, Solo sailor Bruce Arms, in his 14 metre catamaran Big Wave Rider, is now only hours away from setting a new round Australia record. Bruce, renowned sailor and two-time winner of the Solo Trans-Tasman yacht race, is now in week 5 of his world-record [...]
Bruce Arms – Solo Sailor Inches Towards World Record
Posted: August 14, 2011 Media Release No.12 Solo sailor Bruce Arms, in his 14 metre catamaran Big Wave Rider, has his sights firmly set on breaking the round Australia record with just 1400 km left to get to the start and finishing point at Mooloolaba on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. The renowned sailor and two-time winner [...]
Solo around Australia record attemp by Bruce Arms update
Posted: 8th August 2011. Following is a Media Release for Bruce Arms SOLO Around Australia Challenge – “BRUCE AND BIG WAVE RIDER HAPPY TO SEE THE END OF THE WEST”. PLEASE NOTE Tracking Site still DOWN anticipating that it will be back online this morning if not sometime today. Bruce’s Current Position: MON 8 August [...]
Multihull Solutions celebrates success at Sydney Boat Show
Continuing what has been a tremendous year for the company, Multihull Solutions has enjoyed a successful Sydney Boat Show with strong sales and overwhelming interest from multihull buyers. Despite visitor numbers to the show falling slightly lower than the previous year, the Multihull Solutions stand was inundated by enthusiasts who came to inspect the Fountaine [...]
Multihull Solutions announced Fountaine Pajot Worldwide Dealer of the Year – Again!
Multihull Solutions is celebrating after being awarded the prestigious Fountaine Pajot Worldwide Distributor of the Year title for the second consecutive year. The Fountaine Pajot head office in France announced the title in July, acknowledging Multihull Solutions’ outstanding sales record that continues to eclipse other distributors from larger market regions including Europe and the United [...]









