
Issue #: 170
Published: March / April 2020
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The BlackCat concept was created in 2015 by Australian champion Mitch Booth - Olympic Tornado medalist - in collaboration with Malcolm McKeon, the highly renowned designer of more than 50 superyachts over 30 m (100’). Following the 35 m (115’) project, a 50 m (165’) multiyacht has now been developed.
Baltic Yachts for the all-carbon construction, North Sails and Future Fibres for the canvas and Southern Spars for the rig: this selection of skills, that has contributed to the best results in the America's Cup and many other leading international races, has the ambition to build the fastest superyacht catamaran of all time. Her dimensions of 50.40 m (165’4”) in length and 18.5 m (60’8”) in beam, her very low drag and very impressive sail plan should allow her to cruise permanently at between 20 and 30 knots. Twin Caterpillar diesels of 650 HP each are fitted, for maintaining 16 knots during periods of no wind. This multiyacht, with her taut lines and large glazed areas, is certainly exceptional. As for range, it’s global, thanks to her 5,000-nm autonomy under engine and of course much more under sail. With 320 m² (3,450 sq ft) of living space on the main deck and the 240 m² (2,580 sq ft) in the hulls - for five double guest cabins and 8 crew members – you’re able to imagine the standards you can expect. The very pure and modern design of the interior fittings and ultra-design furniture have been created by M2 Atelier. The main suite extends over the forward part of the nacelle with a dressing room and a bathroom in the port hull. From there, the owner has access to the gigantic forward cockpit which can be kept for his own private use or shared with guests who will also enjoy the swimming pool. The four double guest cabins, including one VIP cabin, are in the starboard hull with the crew on the port side. Life on board is centered mainly in the nacelle where there is a generously sized saloon with a bar and dining area, accessible from the above-mentioned cockpit. The aft sides of the hull fold to create two side platforms, which become sun terraces at water level. What more could you wish for?
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