OCEA sets sail!

As with all OCEA yachts, work on the catamaran began at the Fontenay-le-Comte workshop at the end of last year. The aluminium hull, measuring 20 metres long and 9.45 metres wide, was then transported as an exceptional convoy to the outfitting site in Les Sables-d’Olonne in early June. But the project began well before that, with a meeting between the shipowner and Nantes-based naval architect Pierre Delion. “When he visited us a year and a half ago, he had a very clear vision of what he wanted. He even wrote the specifications himself! His extensive sailing expertise really drove the project”, explains the architect.

Solid and built for performance

The owner chose a sailing catamaran for its stability, impressive average speeds, and greater living space compared to a monohull of the same size. Designed for Mediterranean waters, Cosmoledo will accommodate up to six guests and two crew members. Its size was determined by the owner’s 20-meter marina berth. “Working within that size limit, we focused on maximising the waterline length, a key factor for speed. From the start, we optimised everything to achieve the lowest possible displacement-to-sail area ratio. Under sail, Cosmoledo is expected to cruise at an average speed of 9 to 10 knots, and she’s designed to match that speed under power as well.” 

Breaking the mould

Every detail has been carefully considered: a custom-designed carbon mast painted white, a raw aluminium hull left exposed above the waterline, top-tier soundproofing.… “We also spent time perfecting the bow to strike the right balance in the lines, for a timeless and refined design.” Built to sail in all weather conditions, Cosmoledo is a true seagoing vessel, reliable, self-sufficient in both energy and water, yet easy to maintain and service. Dual helm stations (port and starboard) and powerful shaft-drive engines ensure excellent manoeuvrability. Solar panels will also be installed to enhance her electrical autonomy. “We’ve designed Cosmoledo with every type of stress and load in mind. We see standards not as a limit, but as a baseline to exceed!” 

Launch scheduled for 2026

OCEA has completed the fabrication of the aluminium hull and is now carrying out the full interior and technical outfitting of this unique vessel, in preparation for its launch in early 2026. “The true luxury of this premium catamaran lies in its overall build quality and the quality of life on board”, says naval architect Pierre Delion. Its success also stems from the seamless collaboration between the architect and OCEA to ensure the yacht is tailored in every respect to the owner’s personal style of sailing.