News and Events

Multihull Solutions Major Sponsor of Brisbane to Gladstone Multihull Race

Multihull Solutions is proud to announce it is the Major Sponsor of the 2010 Brisbane to Gladstone Multihull Race from 2 April!  Hosted by the Multihull Yacht Club Queensland (MYCQ), this event is a superb opportunity for multihulls to compete in a professional race along the beautiful Queensland coastline.  Click here for more information, Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions. Click here to view footage from last years race.


 

 
Prime Multihull Berth for Sale in Mooloolaba

A prime position 18m multihull berth is regretfully for sale in Mooloolaba (Qld) with guaranteed income. 
Price: $328,000. $800/month sublease. For more info, contact us. 


 

Featured Boat

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Salina 48 (2007)

Price: $550,000 Euro
Location: New Caledonia
Owned from new by one of Fountaine Pajot's founders, this late 2007 model Salina 48 has all the bells and whistles. From its performance full carbon rig to its 10 solar panels this catamaran exudes quality and has everything the world cruiser could want. Contact us now for more details.

Merry Christmas!

The entire team at Multihull Solutions would like to wish you all a wonderful Christmas and New Year. It has been an amazing 2009 for us, going from strength to strength despite a difficult economic climate.

Now representing many of the world’s best multihull brands including Fountaine Pajot, Trawler, Catana, Sunreef Yachts, Dolphin Catamarans and NEEL Trimarans, Multihull Solutions has defied the industry downturn to take an outstanding 23 orders on new boats in 2009 worth over AUD$16m, as well as selling a large number of pre-owned multihulls from our quality brokerage division.

Our Services division has also enjoyed great reception from current owners of multihulls from all over the world, all taking advantage of our deliveries, boat management, commissioning, repairs and insurance/finance services.
In response to this fantastic result, we have doubled the size of our head office in Mooloolaba on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, consolidated our dealer network and are currently expanding our Commissioning and Support team to ensure we maintain our high standard of post-sales service.

We would like to thank all of our clients for helping make our inaugural year so successful, and we look forward to helping you further in 2010.

Have a safe and happy festive season.








Strong Aussie Dollar a Boost for Clients

With the Australian Dollar exceptionally strong at present, we are delighted to be able to pass on huge savings to our clients on new boats. The prices listed below are for a 2010 Fountaine Pajot sail or Trawler power multihull delivered in Australia with all duties and taxes paid, fully commissioned and with full factory and local warranty.

Fountaine Pajot Sail:
Mahe 36 - $399,000
Lipari 41 - $549,000 (one only)
Orana 44 - $779,000
Salina 48 - $975,000
Eleuthera 60 - $2,090,000
Galathea 65 - POA
Trawler Power:
Highland 35 - $489,000
Summerland 40 - $780,000 (one only)
Cumberland 46 - $1,290,000
Queensland 55 - POA

Contact Richard or Mark and grab a bargain while you still can!



Multihull Solutions Appointed NEEL Trimarans Distributor

Multihull Solutions has been appointed exclusive Australasian distributor of the exciting new NEEL Trimarans.

The French company has just unveiled its revolutionary NEEL 50 trimaran, which has been hailed by critics as a new generation in multihull performance, comfort and design. Innovatively designed to offer large volumes whilst maintaining superior offshore performance, the trimaran has a voluminous platform fitted on slim floats and hulls and is significantly faster than traditional cruising catamarans.

Multihull World magazine staff voted the NEEL 50 their favourite boat at the 2009 Paris Boat Show. Read their review here.

Click here to visit the NEEL Trimarans website or contact us for more information.





50% Investment Allowance – Last Days

It is most unlikely there will be an opportunity like this again with the government’s investment incentive designed to stimulate our industry. Do not miss out on the 50% tax deduction for small businesses on any commercial new boat purchase. This offer - and our current strong Aussie Dollar - will save you up to $100,000 on some models. Offer ends 31st December 2009. So please contact us if you are considering exploring charter boat ownership.

Catana 47

This new model embodies the values which have made the reputation of the CATANA brand around the world: Comfort, Safety, Quality, Performance. The new 47 will be worthy of its predecessor, the now legendary Catana 471.

Contact us or click here for more information.

Galathea 65

Fountaine Pajot has enhanced its Flagship Class of luxury sailing catamarans with the launch of the spectacular Galathea 65. Priced from AUD$3.3m, the Galathea 65 is the largest cruising vessel ever built by the French shipyard and has been carefully designed with all of the performance, safety and comfort elements to satisfy the most discerning live aboard sailors and cruisers.

Contact us or click here for more information.

Orana 44 (1F Extended QLD survey)

Ready to depart the Fountaine Pajot boatyard in France in January 2010, this 4-cabin, 4-bathroom package is equipped to the highest standard with all necessary equipment for Australian charter conditions: full bimini over helm station, plotter, autopilot, inverter, solar panels , additional fridges & freezer, all electronics, BBQ, tender and much more. Charter contract available with leading management companies for five years.

Package price: RRP AUD$864,781 (+GST)

Xmas special (once only offer): $805,690 (+GST) - SAVE $60,000!


Please contact
Mark Elkington
for more details

Sunreef 62

This world class cruising catamaran is under construction in the Sunreef boatyard in Europe. Available for delivery in March 2010, this boat will be fitted out with every imaginable option to make it your ideal cruising home. The Sunreef 62 has been designed with a high level of overall comfort and sea worthiness, and is set up for two-handed sailing so you don’t need a crew. Priced well below replacement cost with a saving of more than AUD$200,000 on a new order.


Please contact
Patrick Gilot
for more details

New Summerland 40
Save $45,000! December only


Fountaine Pajot’s exciting new Summerland 40 ‘Trawler’ is now available in Australia and New Zealand offering power catamaran enthusiasts an outstanding new design with true offshore capabilities.

With an introductory price of AUD$780,000, the Summerland 40 features the superior characteristics for which Fountaine Pajot’s Trawler range is already renowned -state of the art design, autonomous controls, 40% less fuel consumption and a sleek layout . The Summerland 40 also boasts a true Owner’s Suite with sea views and spacious bathroom.

The Summerland 40 will be on display for its exclusive Australasian launch at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show in May 2010.

Contact us or click here for more information.




2009 Multihull Rendezvous Review
By Martin Beamish, entrant in Cruising Division

I had read reports on the Rendezvous and when planning an extended cruise to the Whitsundays, I thought it would be fun to enter my Fountaine Pajot Mahe 36 “Reflexion” in the Cruising Division. A chat with a Pittwater cruising skipper who had entered last year and ‘had a ball’ confirmed it for me.

Registration day arrived and I fronted up to collect my sailing instructions. The guys at the Abel Point Yacht Club were very friendly and welcoming and the beer and snacks free! At this stage I read the instructions and, confronted with all of the detail that goes with a race, the nerves kicked in. Should I rustle up a “real sailor” in the pub? Should I back out while the going was good?
Pantaenius- world leaders in yacht insurance

Pantaenius is one of the world's leading specialists in yacht insurance with more than a hundred years of experience. For over 30 years now it has had a separate corporate branch concerned exclusively with the insurance of yachts.

Today they offer clients not only tailor-made insurance protection, but also coverage that is absolutely proven in practice. Their staff are not only insurance experts, but also at home on the water. They know what they are talking about and guarantee you qualified advice and excellent personal service.


For further information or an insurance quotation request, please contact us
Venezia 42 (1999) - AU$399,000

Silver Lining is one of the last Venezia 42 catamarans ever made by Fountaine Pajot and represents excellent buying. The current owner has asked us to present all offers. Lying in Mooloolaba, the boat is available for inspection and will sell!

Contact Richard for more details.



Orana 44 (2007) Ex Demo - $790,000

In better than new condition, this boat has been used as a Boat Show model for the past two years. With only 560 engine hours and loaded with options, she has everything the discerning buyer needs and is ready for viewing in Sydney.

Contact Richard for more details.

Click here to view our comprehensive quality pre-owned brokerage listings.
Multihull Solutions has had an extremely strong last month with more than $4.5 million in quality used boat sales. We are now very short on stock with plenty of interested buyers from all over the Asia Pacific region waiting for new listings. If you are serious about selling your multihull, contact us now.
Check out our website’s comprehensive multihull review section for a diverse range of test sails on a huge range of domestic and international catamarans and trimarans.

If you would like to contribute or suggest a review for addition to our library, please email us with details.




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