The unmissable Multihull of the Year contest, organized by Multihulls World magazine and the International Multihull Show, has been finally allowed to have a proper awards ceremony. Following the last two editions when the results have been announced “at home”, it was on April 20th, during the first evening function (organized by our partner Sevenstar Yacht Transport) of the big multihull event at La Grande-Motte in the South of France, that seven of the nominees became winners.
Over 250 exhibitors were present in the VIP tent - more than ever before! The event, presented by Emmanuel van Deth, our editor, and Gwen Dorning, our marketing director, was shown in real time on social media and was of course the subject of a video posted on YouTube and social media that same evening. The 2022 WINNER’s banners were handed over to the shipyard representatives: everyone was able to be there except for the team from Rapido Trimarans. The following morning, the winning multihulls being exhibited at the show were quick to get their banners on display despite the wet and windy weather.
Let’s remember that the MOTY is a unique election in two ways: it is a competition exclusively for multihulls (sail and power) from all over the world, and above all it is YOU, readers, sailors, racers and especially users of the nominated multihulls, who determine the winners. Our dedicated website www.MultihullOfTheYear.com, saw no less than 22,000 votes cast. Strengthened by this success, we’ve now set about putting all our resources into preparing for the 6th edition that will be even better - the opportunity to thank our loyal sponsors (some of whom accompanying us since the very first edition!).
Nominees for MOTY 2023
The list of nominees for the election of the multihull of the year 2023 will be revealed on February 15th 2023, the opening day of the Miami International Boat Show, one of our new partners. Voting will open immediately and will remain open until next year’s International Multihull Show in April 2023.
Sail
Under 40 feet - Marlin 33
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In this category, where four trimarans were competing, it was the all-carbon model built in Denmark that won by a wide margin, with nearly half the votes. Obviously, we’ve made an appointment to test this little rocket ship for you!
40 to 45 feet - Leopard 42
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Three cruising catamarans and one trimaran competed in this section, and South African builder Robertson & Caine took the top spot with 37% of the votes - the Seawind 1370 came in second with 24% of the votes.
45 to 55 feet - Rapido 50
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Victory for this fast and folding trimaran built in Vietnam, came as a real surprise in a category which included models with very distinct personalities. While all the other competitors obtained very similar results, ranging from 17 to 20% of the votes, the Rapido took 25% of the votes.
Over 55 feet - Outremer 55
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Parmi les cinq concurrents de la catégorie des plus grands multicoques à voile, c’est l’Outremer qui a mis tout le monde d’accord avec 31 % des votes, assez loin devant le deuxième, le Lagoon 55, qui totalise 21 % des suffrages. Un plébiscite qui s’est fêté à domicile, puisque le constructeur est basé à La Grande-Motte !
Power
Under 40 feet - MY4.S
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Deux cabin-cruisers et deux opens se sont affrontés dans cette catégorie, et ce sont les modèles à cabine qui ont su s’imposer. Le MY4.S, le nouveau Sedan signé Fountaine Pajot, l’emporte d’une courte tête devant l’Herley Boats 3400 (33 % contre 31 %).
40 à 60 pieds - Aventura 14
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Aventura Catamarans’ flagship powercat appears to have made an excellent impression since first being presented at Cannes back in September, taking the top spot in this category with 40% of the votes. The LEEN 56 trimaran came in 2nd place, with 23%.
Multiyachts - Silent 60
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A clear victory for the Silent 60, the only electric catamaran among the four other nominees, with 29% of the votes, demonstrating that both technology and users are now ready for a different kind of boating. The luxurious Long Island 78 Power and the innovative VisionF 80 came second with 17% each.
The International Multihull Show… As if you were really there!
Did you miss the multihull show, or do you want to catch up on all the news and experience the atmosphere on the pontoons at La Grande Motte? Check out our video!
The International Multihull Show is, of course, the best possible opportunity to discover the latest innovations - here the Nautitech 44 Open being helmed by our editor in chief.
Multihulls World had its own booth at the show: a unique opportunity to meet some of you and chat!
