The new Excess 13 retains asymmetrical hulls with structural updates to reduce weight

Crafted by a team of sailors, the new 15.30m Excess 13 catamaran comes as the result of extensive research into the passion for sailing, onboard living, and marine environment.

The new Excess 13 embraces a “less is more” philosophy, focusing on functionality and comfort while minimising environmental impact by including some innovative features like a rainwater recovery system and dual-function cabin doors.

Excess Design partnered with yacht design agency Marc Lombard for the new edition

Building on the DNA established by design group VPLP and heralded French designer Patrick Le Quément,  Excess Design partnered with yacht design agency Marc Lombard for the second generation of Excess catamarans.

Lombard’s Eric Levet, who served as naval architect, explains,”Our goal was to create a balanced, reliable catamaran offering great sensations, combined with the comfort and interior volume that define Excess.”

While retaining the asymmetrical hulls for easy gliding, sleek lines and window shapes of previous models, the Excess 13 introduces several structural innovations focused on weight reduction, resulting in a lighter, more responsive vessel.

The owner’s hull boasts a spacious cabin, large heads, and a unique closet. A naturally lit desk area doubles as a boat office, complementing the chart table for those balancing work with their sailing passions. Two guest cabins with private bathrooms occupy the opposite hull.

Interior designer Jean-Marc Piaton conducted extensive interviews in his bid to capture the essence of the Excess brand and delivers modern and dynamic interiors that balance living space and storage.

This is evident at anchor, when diving, snorkelling, wingfoiling and kitesurfing gear can be retrieved and launched via fold-down sugarscoops like those usually seen on monohulls for safe sea access.

Space and safety is prioritised, daredevil watersports are encouraged

Excess, which is a Beneteau Group brand, first launched in 2019, and specialises in catamarans ranging from 11m to 15m.

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