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FEATURING NEW ANDVARIED PRODUCTS

The 2017 edition offers a wide range of new products…The list of boats being presented for the first time in the world is impressive and shows how themultihull sector is successful and thriving.We wanted to present this eighth edition here at the Boot, (we’d like to thank the Comité Françaisdes Professionnes du Yachting), as we are convinced that there is a strong link between this wintershow, which is known around the world and the International Multihull Boat Show, the leadingin-water show exclusively reserved for multihulls and which takes place just after the Boot inApril.Europe is a reference in the area of multihull boat building, but the International Multihull BoatShow aims to be the world’s leading catamaran and trimaran show, whether we are looking atmotorised or sail versions.Its main goal is to welcome as many people as possible, builders, architects, designers, suppliers,chandlers, sailmakers, and all the various services associated with multihulls and to satisfy therequirements of visitors, who often come from a long way away to confirm the choices they havestarted to make at the winter shows, like here at the Boot in Düsseldorf or at the Nautic Show in Paris.This challenge was launched in 2010 and has in part been successful, as it has exceeded our wildesthopes with more than 60 models presented.Boat builders have understood what has been going on and this year once again, we will be pre-senting many new products.To name just a few... Catana 53, Fountaine Pajot New 47, Fountaine Pajot MY 44, Neel 51, Leopard45, Swiss Catamaran S48, Bañuls 60 , the new Alibi, Solar Wave, Futura 49, Bali 5.2, but the bigsuccess at this show is that the major yards - Lagoon, Leopard, Fountaine Pajot, Nautitech andPrivilège - are displaying most of their ranges.

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In this context, and to satisfy the requirements of the market, we are paying particular attentionthis year to charter firms, which are excellent ambassadors for this type of boat; the charter market

continues to expand and multihulls contribute a lot to this growth.We also need to stress the site itself at La Grande-Motte, and the work done by the teams theresince the first edition in 2011. It is quite an achievement to bring together so many multihulls inthis Mediterranean port, and that has been a challenge in which we have been successful. Just ashort distance from the International Airport in Montpellier, the seaside resort with its hotels,golf course, sea water spa, casino, beach restaurants..., fully satisfies the needs of exhibitors andvisitors, a large number of whom (54%), come from distant places. If we look at what is on offerhere, they will certainly have a lot to choose from.Multihull cruising is increasingly popular and you just have to go around the world to see theimportance of catamarans and trimarans in marinas or at sea and the International Multihull BoatShow will once again this year offer the first look at many new products and innovations, whichyards have kept secret until now...This sector deserved its very own show, and that is now the case every year in La Grande-Motte.It is the only one of its kind... Welcome to the International Multihull Boat Show!Thank you for coming and continuing to support us and thanks for the trust you have shown us.See you from 19th April in la Grande Motte for the eighth edition... Already!

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The concept of the International Boat Show was launched in 2009. The fact that catamarans andtrimarans are on display fully configured in the water, and that economic constraints have restrictedlogistical costs, help explain the success of this boat show reserved exclusively for multihulls.That is why in April each year the harbour in La Grande Motte hosts the biggest display of cruisingmultihulls.Alongside the dock, the exhibitors’ village is home to the whole sector with the various suppliers,chandleries, charter firms, sailmakers, transporters, insurance and banking companies, etc.

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THE INTERNATIONAL MARKETFOR CRUISING MULTIHULLS

The market for cruising multihulls represents more than 1000 units produced each year aroundthe world; 80 % with sails and 20% motorised, motorised vessels represent 30% of turnover.Global turnover = around 450 million euros.In the overall boating sector, multihulls are continuing to progress and have seen a significantleap in their market share.France is the global leader, both in terms of turnover and the number of units produced; Lagoon(Bénéteau Group), Fountaine Pajot, Bavaria Nautitech, Catana, Outremer, Privilège Marine arethe leaders in this sector.South Africa is in second place with the Robertson & Caine yard, which builds Leopard Catamarans,the brand name for the TUI Marine Group; a number of yards can be found in this country, suchas Tag Yacht, Knysna Yachts, Royak Cape Catamaran, to mention just a few...A cruising multihull costs on average 400 to 500 thousand euros (200 thousand euros for the leastexpensive).The concept of a catamaran or trimaran is simple and attractive: it offers exceptional living quarters,a lot of space, exceptional light, without forgetting the stability and safety that two or three hullsoffer when sailing, meaning the highest level of comfort for those aboard.These boats are particularly well suited to cruising and therefore to the charter market; this expan-ding market has led to family sailing becoming increasingly affordable and today it representsbetween 30% and 50% of the sales depending on the builder.We must not forget that over the past few years, there has been strong growth in motorisedcatamarans, which satisfy the requirements of those starting out or who are not very familiarwith sailing.That is why all the leading brands have added motorised versions to their product range:Fountaine Pajot, Leopard Catamarans, Lagoon, Privilège Marine, Nautitech, Bali, Aventura, Flashcat,Swiss Catamaran, Jaguar, Sunreef, Outremer... and this list has been growing steadily over the years.

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8th EDITIONFROM 19TH TO 23TH APRIL, 2017

The International Multihull Boat Show is a unique event with a global reach; it is exclusivelyreserved for the world of multihulls.It takes place every year in April in the harbour in La Grande-Motte (Hérault), France, in the heartof the Mediterranean.This in-water show has over the years become a must for the multihull sector. Yards and suppliersinvite their client and prospective clients here after meeting them during the winter in the inter-national indoor boat shows, such as the Paris, London and Dusseldorf boat shows… Taking placein the spring, it launches the season.All those involved in this rapidly expanding market regularly attend this date on the calendar, as

they have understood that they can take advantage of the event to present their latest products.Exhibitors and visitors from all four corners of the world confirm with their attendance that thisis a truly international show. That is why La Grande-Motte welcomed more than 17,000 visitors in2016, 54 % of whom came from Europe of course, but there were many from Brazil, China, theMiddle East and not forgetting the Caribbean and Australia…Among the most faithful, naval architects, designers, yards for custom-made boats have a specialplace at this show; they can be found in an area that has been set up especially for them and thatis called the Multihull Club, where they can present tomorrow’s multihulls, talk about them anddevelop them. Not to be missed, this is a small elite group, but they are very much present at theInternational Multihull Boat Show.The 2017 edition will highlight all those in businesses associated with the yards and the exhibitors’village ashore will be a fun, yet highly professional place to discover the latest marine electronics,deck hardware, sails, services, equipment, transport, insurance, financial products, not forgettingcharter firms, who today are the best ambassadors for multihull cruising; many of them will bepresent this year.

BACK TO 2016 EDITION• 17 000 visitors• 54% foreigners :

- 45 % Northern Europe (Germany, United Kingdom, Sweden, Switzerland, Belgium,the Netherlands, Denmark, Austria, Finland)

- 20 % North + South America (US, Brazil, Mexico, the Caribbean zone, Argentina, Chile)- 14.5% Southern Europe (Spain, Italy, Portugal)- 7% Africa (Algeria, South Africa, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt)- 5.5% Eastern Europe (Russia, Ukraine, Estonia, Poland)- 5.5% Oceania (NZ, Australia)- 2.5% miscellaneous

• 3500 sqm of exhibition• More than 60 multihulls

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Catana 53 WORLD PREMIEREThe new Catana 53 continues along the same lines as therecent offerings from the yard, with her marked hullshape, inverted bows with a break-over angle and highfreeboard. This 53 footer could be a judicious choice fora blue water program, especially for a demanding crewwhen it comes to performance.Thanks to significant use of carbon fiber, the yard hassucceeded in keeping the weight down, without sacrificingvolume.And of course there are the famous curved daggerboardswhich create lift effect which is far from negligible for im-proving performance.

Bali 4.3 MYThe Bali range, from 40 to 58 feet, wouldn’t be completewithout a motor catamaran.Logically, the builder chose the 4.3 as the basis - but witha completely re-worked hull - to create its vision of themotor catamaran.With its rigid forward platform, its flybridge and itssaloon-cockpit all in one, the 4.3 MY has all the featuresof a motor launch, with the addition of the range(2,500 miles at 8 knots), the speed and the comfort!

Bañuls 60 EUROPEAN PREMIEREWeighing less than 10t, its ability to accelerate in lightweather is as impressive as that of sailing at 30 knotsover a long distance.The weight specification, obtained thanks to acombination of carbon and glass/epoxy/corecell laid in afemale mold and subjected to post curing, can beimproved further for a racing version with 100% carbon.Any takers?

New Alibi WORLD PREMIEREThe new Alibi is available in three types of finishing, andremains above all a fast and seaworthy up-market boatfor discovering the world as a family.To meet the demand, the builder now has two productionunits: one in Thailand for the composite, the other in theSouth of France (Canet-en-Roussillon) for installing en-gines, fittings, electronics and all the finishing.The ideal way to be able to be in contact with the owners,and to meet each of their demands in the best possibleway.

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EOS 54Seen last September, the Eos 54 is a blue water cruisingcatamaran designed byChristophe Barreau and built by Marsaudon Composites.The objective of this cruising catamaran is to offer goodperformance under sail - a measure of safety under way,and also enjoyment to helm, something which has beenshown in the initial tests.The boat’s semi-custom design allows an owner to finda layout of his choosing, with 2 to 4 double cabins and 2singles.

Fountaine Pajot New 47 WORLD PREMIEREIn the range, it fits between the Helia 44 and the Saba 50,offering an appealing alternative to sailors looking for amodern, seaworthy boat.The New 47 can be distinguished by its 9.2 m² lounge deckon the bimini, and its hydraulic aft platform, which is bothpractical and useful at anchor...

Fountaine Pajot MY 44 WORLD PREMIERE AFLOATIn the tradition of the popular MY 37, Fountaine Pajot islaunching a new motor catamaran, the MY 44.Aboard the MY 44, we find all the features of a motoryacht, with the advantages of a catamaran as a ‘plus’.We particularly appreciated the owner’s hull and theguest cabins, as well as the huge flybridge.Offered with 2 x 260 hp as standard, the MY 44 can beequipped with 2 x 300 hp or 2 x 435 hp as an option.

Corsair 760 WORLD PREMIERE AFLOATWith this brand-new trimaran, Corsair is presenting a boatwhich will have the heavy burden of taking up the torchfrom the 700 or so 24-foot Corsairs the builder has alreadyproduced!The new Corsair 760 can be folded and transported, andoffers much more comfort than its predecessors, with asmall cabin offering a perfect little shelter for coastalcamping.But the trimaran shows its true colors under sail: boostedby a screecher on its bowsprit, runs at over 20 knotsbecome the norm and fun aboard is guaranteed...

Leopard 51 PCPerfectly suited to coastal wanderings or discovering anarchipelago, whatever the latitude, the Leopard 51 PC isalso capable of undertaking ocean passages.With the 2 x 370hp engines, the 51 PC reaches a 25 knot topspeed, and can hold an average of 20 knots.A catamaran with real seakeeping qualities, aboard whichyou can receive your guests in really welcoming accommo-dation and appreciable volumes.

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Nautitech Open 46 FlyAfter the success of the Open 40 and the Open 46, BavariaCatamarans is presenting its latest boat, with thisNautitech Open 46 Fly.From the design stage of the Open 46, the builder hasworked on two versions, one classic and one equippedwith a flybridge, which offers a nice additional living area.The extra weight and windage of the flybridge shouldhardly affect the performance of this boat, which is verypleasant to sail and particularly appreciated by long-termcruising families.

Leopard 45 WORLD PREMIEREOn this Leopard 45, designed by Simonis&Voogd YachtDesign, we therefore find once again the now famous andvery pleasant forward cockpit, accessible from inside theboat, as well as the bright, modern, comfortable accom-modation.However this Leopard remains a boat designed for livingaboard, and remains faithful to the company’s DNA,through its robustness, and ease of maintenance and usefor its crew.On test very soon in Multihulls World...

Futura 49 WORLD PREMIEREThe Futura concept, whose prototype we presented toyou, has become a real production boat.The Futura 49 is a catamaran with a variable beam, allo-wing it to reduce from 7.98m when sailing to 4.93m inport!An undeniable ‘plus’ for easy management of the boat,but one which doesn’t prevent it being a genuine, veryliveable cruising boat.

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O Yacht Class 4 WORLD PREMIEREO Yachts has developed its Class 4, three versions of whichare now available.These different interpretations, called Classic, Extended,and XL allow the builder to suit everyone’s budgets,whilst offering a light, seaworthy ocean cruiser, capableof covering over 300 miles a day in remarkable cruisingcomfort.An undeniable success, which the new versions shouldboost even further.

Neel 51 WORLD PREMIEREThe boat with an extra-large nacelle offers an unrivalledinterior volume and above all, cabins with an exceptionalsea view! On the 51, we find a flybridge with a helm stationfrom where all the sail-handling can bedone, and a good-sized sunbathing area.All this on three hulls, guaranteeing a gentle passagethrough the water…unknown on cats or monos!

Swiss S48 WORLD PREMIEREThis blue-water cruising catamaran follows the traditionof the range from a builder famous for the quality of itsboats.Seaworthy, easy to handle shorthanded, the S48 is above allan ocean cruising boat whose top of the range equipment(carbon mast, square headed mainsail, daggerboards...)allow impressive averages to be envisaged.

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