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Sail Drives vs Shaft Drives: What’s Right for Your Cruising Catamaran?

Aug 25, 2026

One of the most debated engineering choices in catamaran design is how power gets from engine to propeller — via a sail drive or a traditional prop shaft. Both systems have earned their place on serious cruising boats, and the right choice depends on how you sail,...

Why Bulkheads Matter: The Hidden Backbone of a Cruising Catamaran

Aug 25, 2026

When people evaluate a catamaran, they tend to focus on what they can see and touch — the saloon layout, the cockpit, the finish of the joinery. But the single most important structural element on any multihull is one most owners never lay eyes on: the main bulkhead. ...

KNYSNA YACHT COMPANY LAUNCHES THE ALLNEW KNYSNA 550 — THE ULTIMATE BLUE-WATER PERFORMANCE CATAMARAN

Aug 5, 2026

KNYSNA, SOUTH AFRICA — The Knysna Yacht Company, one of the world’s premier builders of boutique luxury sailing catamarans, proudly announces the global launch of the Knysna 550 — a magnificent 55-foot offshore blue-water cruising catamaran engineered to conquer...

The Strange Superstitions Behind Yacht Names

May 31, 2026

The Strange Superstitions Behind Yacht Names Quick Links The Strange Superstitions Behind Yacht Names: Introduction Why Renaming A Yacht Is Considered Bad Luck Yacht Names Reveal More Than Owners Realise The Hidden Stories Behind Superyacht Names The Crew Has A...

The Invisible Fleet Behind Every Superyacht

May 21, 2026

The Invisible Fleet Behind Every Superyacht Quick Links The Invisible Fleet Behind Every Superyacht: Introduction Why The Shadow Yacht Exists Octopus And The Birth Of The Modern Exploration Fleet Floating Toy Garages Become Entire Ships The New Era Of Exploration The...

The Changing Face Of Yacht Ownership

May 14, 2026

The Changing Face Of Yacht Ownership Quick Links The Changing Face Of Yacht Ownership: Introduction Technology Has Made Yachting More Accessible Than Ever Remote Work Has Redefined “Home” And “Office” The Experience Economy Is Driving New Priorities Sustainability Is...

Sustainable Yachting: Giving Back To The Ocean

May 14, 2026

Sustainable Yachting: Giving Back To The Ocean Quick Links Sustainable Yachting Introduction What Is Sustainable Yachting? Why Sustainable Yachting Matters Coral Restoration: Rebuilding Underwater Worlds Ocean Plastic Cleanup Initiatives Eco-Friendly Yacht Technology...

The Hidden World Of Sailing Communities

May 14, 2026

The Hidden World Of Sailing Communities Quick Links The Hidden World Of Sailing Communities: Introduction The Atlantic Crossing: Where Strangers Become A Fleet The Caribbean Circuit: Where Sailing Meets Society The Private Network: Knowledge That Travels With You The...

Luxury Yacht Ownership Costs

May 14, 2026

Luxury Yacht Ownership Costs Quick Links Luxury Yacht Ownership Costs Introduction The Real Cost Of Berthing A Yacht Why Location Changes Everything The Hidden Costs Owners Often Overlook How Experienced Owners Approach Home Port Strategy Catamarans And Motor Yachts:...