After decades of building highly regarded power cats for discerning customers, Aquila is extending its unique blend of design and know-how to the sailing sector

Picture a sunrise at sea. A quickening in the night sky far to the east; a hint that dawn is just below the horizon; a new day full of promise and challenge.

It is the dream of every sailor to take off and explore. But you need a platform that is capable of supporting that dream. Safe and comfortable, fun to sail, and robust enough for every adventure – Aquila catamarans are this and more.

After decades of building highly regarded power cats for discerning customers, Aquila is extending its unique blend of design and know-how to the sailing sector. The first Aquila 50 has already been launched and will debut at the Miami International Boat Show in February. With a 49’ 1” overall length and 25’ 9” beam, she boasts all of the design aesthetics of other Aquila boats. In fact, the entire sailing lineup was designed by J&J Design, the naval architects behind Aquila’s 50 Yacht, 42 Coupe, and the widely popular 32 and 36 Sport catamarans.

Over the next 18 months, the Aquila 44 and Aquila 63 will also hit the water, offering customers a compelling family of sailing cats for the first time in Aquila’s history. It is an illustration of the shipyard’s belief that there is no better brand for sailors who put the experience on the water before all else.

The Aquila 63

That’s because Aquila’s brand revolves around thoughtful design and superior manufacturing to maximise every moment on the water. Founded by sailors with a deep well of cruising experience, the brand is on a relentless quest to find what’s next, harnessing craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology to deliver better boats for experiencing “out there.” Their visionary thinking makes boating smoother, easier and more fulfilling.

This is no empty rhetoric. Aquila’s sailing catamarans offer more interior space than their peers. A spacious aft cockpit opens up to a cavernous salon with all the comfort and panoramic glass of a penthouse apartment. If you are a private owner, a spacious owner’s suite ensures maximum relaxation and retreat, with three (3) additional guest cabins for friends and family. For those looking to place the boat in a charter program, Aquila has a six (6) cabin version, each with a private entry. Best of all, once the boat completes its charter deployment, it can be converted back to an owner’s boat with no structural work required.

Master cabin in the port hull of the Aquila 50

And where many cats feature a forward trampoline between the hulls, Aquila’s three sailing models have a rigid bow. This introduces the possibility of unwinding in a comfortable, well-protected foredeck lounge featuring plenty of sunpad loungers for a relaxing view of the horizon. It’s the perfect spot for soaking up the seascape under sail.

For a loftier view of the journey, the flybridge offers some of the best seats aboard. Eat, lounge or simply enjoy a coffee as the sun comes up – all while keeping the helmsperson company. Aquila’s trademark “bridge-to-bow” stairs are integrated into both the port and starboard sides, making bow access quick and easy.

Adding to the appeal, the new Aquila sailing cats offer a choice of propulsion: diesel only, or Aquila’s Hybrid Ocean Drive™ which offers the benefits of electric propulsion when desired. It’s all part of Aquila’s ongoing effort to deliver sustainable boating options — a philosophy which also governs its massive shipyard, where solar panels cover 70 per cent of the factory roof and sustainable practices can be found throughout.

The impressive flybridge on the Aquila 50

Great sailing adventures begin with great boats. And with Aquila’s new sailing range, it all starts right here. See the Aquila 50 in Miami next February, or stay tuned for more details of the Aquila 44 and the flagship Aquila 63. Visit Aquilaboats.com/models/sail-catamarans to explore the full range.

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