Thread: Event Cat Concept Yacht Marks The Green Future Of Luxury Yachting

Eco Factor: Concept low-emission yacht made using lightweight materials.

The Event Cat by Coste Design & Partners and Blue Coast Yachts is a concept that according to the designers marks the future of luxury yachting. The yacht has been made from lightweight and high-grade materials for a fuel-efficient cruise. The Blue Coast 203’ Event Cat stands out from the crowd with its 62m length and a wide beam of about 22m.



The mega-catamaran uses composite materials like Kevlar, carbon and epoxy resin, which makes the structure extremely lightweight and highly recyclable. The company is also working to develop low-emission propulsion systems that include hybrid and fuel cell solutions.



The Event Cat’s giant 22m beam provides space for helipads, swimming pools, home cinemas, diving equipment chambers and large entertainment spaces indoors.

YOu nailed it, that definately is the future.. Cats command stability, spaciousness and efficiency, its the only way to go if building new... in my lowly opinion.

I was always surprised with the space you get in a cat they haven't done more of this. We go to BVI every year on vacation and charter a 38" sailed cat. Four couples all have their own state room with bath and crew quarters all on a 38'er!

We sat that, and several other prototypes of them at FLIBS last October. Personally, not a fan of cats, but to each his own.

Originally Posted by 2Props

We sat that, and several other prototypes of them at FLIBS last October. Personally, not a fan of cats, but to each his own.

Just out of curiousity, what is it that you dont like about the cats? I personally see no negatives other than width (but gaining less draft in the process)..

It is a personal preference as far as looks?

Originally Posted by waterboy222

Just out of curiousity, what is it that you dont like about the cats? I personally see no negatives other than width (but gaining less draft in the process)..

It is a personal preference as far as looks?

Without opening the can of worms in the two debates (which is better, cat or mono-hull) and the differences in sailing characteristics, I'll simply state my preference in both sail and motor boats (yachts) is mono-hull. Preference is based on speed, efficiency, handling, maintenance, and personal preference and requirements.

This can be such a varied (and opinionated) discussion to those that are fans of cats, and those that are not. Cats are fine boats. For the right person. For a smaller boat, they can make very good sense. If you can give me something in the 40 to 50 meter range that fits the same technical aspects, accommodations, features, and costs and so on, then I think it's a valid discussion. But the conversation doesn't hold water (or float it :-) once you get to that size boat.

So to avoid that can of worms, I'll simply say "personal preference for functional aspects and looks. I'm much more a fan of a traditional boat, than I am the cat".

No cans of worms here brother.. Just tryin to appreciate everyones taste. For me, I dont see a disadvantage to a cat hull in any size. I understand the speed factor in larger sailboats being lost as the the lack of efficiency the sail burps out without being able to yaw. (yaw? is that the right sailing term?)

But I only know go-fasts and cruisers under 80'.. My experience beyond those sizes and realms are pretty limited, though more prevelant than most, just not enough to be able to comment on design characteristics and hydrodynamics..

The biggest hit to a large cat like the prototype would be marinas and harbors that will allow you in. One will be very limited in berthing options due to the beam of the boat. Spending all your time on the hook isn't really an ideal option either if you plan to visit different locations and take in the local culture. It thereby requires a tender to shuttle you back and forth every time. Again, if the local municipal will allow you to sit outside their harbor.

As far as sailing, yes, you are correct. They are different beasts. As far as yaw is concerned, I wouldn't say a cat is better suited than a mono-hull. The sail is typically rigged the same with similar movements.