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Multihull of the Year 2026, Capt’n Boat Category
The third edition of the Multihull of the Year (MOTY) election in the Capt’n Boat category once again confirms the importance of real-world experience.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to you, professional sailors. Through your participation, your votes and above all your experience at sea, you give this award its full legitimacy.
We would also like to warmly thank Multihulls World for organizing this competition and for this longstanding partnership, which helps showcase the most remarkable multihulls of the year.
Six catamarans in competition
This year once again, you selected among six catamarans with diverse profiles, each standing out through its approach to performance, comfort, and onboard equipment:
The Aura 51, designed for comfort and autonomy, stands out with its large flybridge and energy solutions such as solar panels.
It offers an excellent balance between spacious living areas and equipment dedicated to sustainable cruising.
A true benchmark for offshore sailing, the Outremer 52 prioritizes performance and safety during bluewater navigation.
It offers optimized living spaces for long passages without sacrificing onboard comfort.
The Excess 11 focuses on sailing pleasure with an open cockpit and dual helm stations.
It combines exciting handling with conviviality, while also delivering strong performance, especially in light winds.
The Lagoon 43 embodies the modern cruising catamaran, featuring seamless circulation between spaces and a strong focus on onboard living.
It achieves a balance between comfort, ergonomics, and contemporary design.
The Nautitech 46 delivers agile sailing combined with a high level of comfort.
Its open cockpit and interconnected spaces promote smooth and enjoyable onboard living.
The Leopard 50 stands out for its generous volumes and numerous living spaces, both forward and aft.
It is particularly well suited for crews and group cruising.
The winner of the Multihull of the Year 2026, Capt’n Boat category
With 37% of the votes, you clearly selected one winner: the Outremer 52.
This choice rewards a catamaran designed for offshore sailing, capable of combining performance, safety, and comfort during long voyages. This award, granted by professionals of the sea, represents genuine recognition of its qualities in real-life conditions.
Recognition from the field
Beyond the ranking itself, this competition highlights boats designed to meet the practical demands of sailors. Your feedback, experiences, and votes help promote vessels that are truly suited to the realities of the profession.
Congratulations to the winner, as well as to all the shipyards and teams who design these exceptional multihulls.
