A 31 metre long trimaran that easily manages 25 knots and crosses the Atlantic in six days. But then it stays in the Caribbean and continues along the barefoot route. A dream? Soon to be reality! Global Yacht Technology (GYT) has come up with an Ultim projectile for private individuals, suitable for blue water and with all the amenities of a yacht, and has already sold it to its first owner. The French project developers are overseeing the construction of the "Anahita", which is scheduled for completion in 2027. The three-hull yacht will be 21 metres wide and the Lorima mast will reach 37 metres into the ether. It is no coincidence that these are pretty much the exact dimensions of Ultim trimarans.
Direct scion of Ultim bullet
GYT's debut project relies on the same combination of design office and shipyard that is responsible for the majority of offshore racers on three hulls: VPLP Design from Vannes and CDK Technologies with halls in Lorient, Brittany. However, the centreboards of "Anahita" are not curved like those of the fully foiling Ultims and only reach two metres deep instead of 4.50 metres. According to GYT, the trimaran configuration was deliberately chosen as it offers more stability, performance and safety than catamarans and is also more seaworthy, faster and more balanced.
Dream team for "Anahita"
The "Sailing Valley" at CDK also produces Boris Herrmann's new Imoca and the Ultim newbuild "Gitana 18", which could come into its element this year. The project team consists of the who's who of the French offshore guild. François Gabbart's Mer Concept is supplying the superstructure, while Michel Desjoyeaux is contributing to the sail systems and appendages with Mer Forte. The main hull of "Anahita" is currently being built with prepreg carbon in a two-part mould. This is done dry and precisely, as the fibres pre-impregnated with resin only react during tempering.
The total weight is expected to be around 34 tonnes (!). This means that the 100-foot tri would displace around 60 per cent less than single and twin-hulled vessels of comparable length and design. This should have a direct impact on speed: "Anahita" is expected to log up to 25 knots and cross the Atlantic in just six days. At the same time, its design should offer exceptional comfort and safety even in demanding conditions. According to GYT, the energy autonomy enables longer stays away from harbour infrastructures. Among other things, a total solar surface area of 36 square metres contributes to this.
Unusual room concept
Living and sleeping is exclusively on the central hull. For the interior, the team brought Christophe Chedal Anglay on board, who has a wealth of experience in the design of fast and large cruising catamarans. With 123 square metres of interior living space, "Anahita" offers generous rooms despite her slim hull shape. This is made possible by an unusual layout: the superstructure widens at deck level, allowing one compartment to each flank, while a large owner's cabin occupies the forward main deck with twelve square metres, including a panoramic view and direct deck access.
The cockpit measures 25 square metres and was designed for optimal movement and life at sea. The helm stations float above the trampolines like bridge nocks, not unlike the Ultims, but with all-round protected rowing. There is also around 160 square metres of trampoline area between the hulls, which GYT calls a "sea garden". The initiators are planning further construction numbers of the 100-foot Tris and emphasise that the room layout, materials and surfaces can be fully customised.
Behind Global Yacht Technology are three founders with different areas of expertise: project manager Ronan Guérin brings experience as a top athlete and knowledge of construction, composite materials and mechanics. As an owner's representative, Ulysse Harin has been involved in supersailing projects, including at Nautor Swan and heads the finance and sales strategy. Gwenaël Bardou is responsible for full quality assurance and has worked for Airbus as well as on large multihulls, contributing his composite expertise. Together with its partners, GYT wants to shake up the luxury sector with performance, comfort and innovation.
Technical data "Anahita":
Dimensions:
- Length: 31 m
- Width: 21 m
- Draught: 2 m
- Mast height (above water): 37 m
- Displacement: approx. 34 tonnes
- Indoor living space: 123 m²
- Owner's suite: 12 m²
- Main cockpit (outside): 25 m²
- Lounge and sun deck areas: 18 m²
- Trampoline area: 160 m²
- Solar area: 36 m²
- Class: Bureau Veritas
- Shipyard (hulls): CDK Technologies
- Construction: VPLP Design
- Concept/project management: Global Yacht Technology
