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Fountaine Pajot delivering cats across Asia
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The French catamaran builder is concluding 2024 with deliveries of sailing catamarans for five markets across the region.
An Alegria 67 has been sold to Singapore by The Yacht Sales Co
Fountaine Pajot is winding up the year with deliveries of five sailing catamarans to Hong Kong, Singapore, Phuket and Manila, with one set to eventually head to its home in Hainan. The deliveries have been scheduled for November and December, following orders by multiple dealers catering to both private owners and charter companies.
Kevin Corfa, Fountaine Pajot’s Head of Sales and Network in Asia, said: “We’re thrilled to enjoy such a vibrant period. This flurry of activity reinforces Fountaine Pajot’s strong presence and appeal in the Asian market because of its range of luxurious, high-performance catamarans.
“The shipyard is abuzz with activity, with an impressive lineup of vessels of varying sizes scheduled for near-simultaneous departures to their respective markets and arrival in time for the festive season. Remarkably, most of these catamarans have been purchased by discerning owners.”
Elba 45 catamarans are headed to Thailand and Hong Kong
The deliveries include an Alegria 67, which was the shipyard’s flagship until the launch of the Thira 80 in 2023. The Alegria 67 has been ordered by a Singaporean owner and was sold by The Yacht Sales Co, which was recently acquired by the Fountaine Pajot Group.
The Yacht Sales Co, headquartered in Australia with offices across Asia-Pacific, has also sold an Elba 45 to Thailand, where it will be the third unit of the popular model in Phuket Yacht Haven marina. Two will be semi-private and available for charter, “underscoring the model’s appeal to both owners and charter companies seeking comfort and luxury in mid-size catamarans”, Corfa said.
A Samana 59 has been sold to the Philippines by Asia Yachting
Asia Yachting has sold a Samana 59 to the Philippines, where the model will make its debut in what Corfa describes as a “burgeoning market”, adding: “The Samana 59 is poised to provide an enjoyable sailing season for its experienced owner.”
Asia Yachting has also sold an Elba 45 to Hong Kong, where the catamaran was purchased by a local buyer for private use, and where the regional dealership is headquartered.
In mainland China, Speedo Marine has sold an Aura 51 “designed with special features tailored to the Asian market”. The Aura 51 is first headed to Hong Kong, where it will be used for an exclusive viewing and VIP event before continuing west to its new home in Sanya, on the southern coast of the island province of Hainan.
A bespoke Aura 51 will show in Hong Kong before delivery to Sanya
“This Aura 51 is unique, as Fountaine Pajot has gone the extra mile to meet specific Asian market demands. Our custom team in La Rochelle is committed to elevating our offerings to meet owners’ requests,” Corfa said.
“As a dedicated custom department, the team engages with owners to discuss and implement improvements, setting us apart in the shipyard landscape. Fountaine Pajot is unique in its ability to blend production efficiency with bespoke customisation.”
