Echo Yachts Set to Construct World’s Largest Sailing Catamaran Superyacht

Echo Yachts has teamed with two renowned sailing and aluminium multihull design firms to deliver the newly-commissioned 57m sailing catamaran. She will feature an extremely efficient hull form with twin masts and sails, boasting a sail area of 1660 sqm for eco-efficient long range cruising. 

This yacht will further be characterised by weight reduction, simplicity and ease of operation, highlighting the efficient design of the Australian yard. 

Mark Stothard, Owner and Director of Echo Yachts, commented: ‘This new superyacht will truly elevate the term ‘green superyacht design’ with its low resistance catamaran hull form, sail powered capability and other emission reducing technologies.’

Dykstra Naval Architects has been chosen to pen her exterior styling, layout and naval architecture. With a strong portfolio that includes S/Y BLACK PEARL and S/Y HETAIROS, this is set to be a harmonious collaboration for this iconic sailing catamaran. 

Her detailed naval architecture and structural design will be penned by One2Three Naval Architects. Like Dykstra, this brand is also responsible for some sensational superyachts, including M/Y WHITE RABBIT and catamaran superyacht M/Y CHARLEY 2. 

‘One2three are honoured and thrilled to be selected by Echo Yachts and Dykstra to undertake naval architecture and structural design for another ground breaking Echo Yachts superyacht,’ commented Steve Quigley, Owner and Director of One2Three Naval Architects. ‘The Echo/Dykstra full-custom 57m sailing catamaran will cement Echo Yachts’ Australian build capability on the world stage for unique superyachts.’

Echo Yachts’ proven capabilities are showcased as it has expanded from its proven capabilities of the construction of large-custom motor yachts into the sailing yacht market, highlighting Echo Yachts’ wealth of experience and knowledge. 

Stothard concluded: ‘Echo Yachts are extremely excited and proud to have been selected to custom build this magnificent catamaran sailing superyacht, and look forward to bringing the yacht to fruition with our Client, Dykstra and One2Three.’