Fountaine Pajot FP48 & Samana 59 – Maximizing Space and Autonomy at Sea
If you are looking to buy a boat that perfectly balances offshore performance with absolute comfort, take a look at FP48 and the Samana 59. Fountaine Pajot’s sailing catamarans are exceptionally well-suited for cruising in Asia, offering the ideal platform to comfortably explore the stunning islands and coastlines.
While many catamarans treat renewable energy as an aftermarket afterthought, both Fountaine Pajot models are available with the ODSEA+, an in-house developed smart cruising technology and flush-deck solar panels system straight from the shipyard, delivering extended, eco-conscious autonomy for blue-water sailing.
The FP48 maximizes the cruising segment by utilizing every square inch of its 48ft hull. It features a continuous, single-level transition that directly merges the main saloon with the aft cockpit, creating a unified, flat-deck entertainment zone that eliminates the awkward steps or divided spaces often found on rival models.
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Above, the ergonomic helm station is engineered to provide 360-degree visibility for short-handed sailing, intentionally separating the working winches from the dedicated guest seating on the flybridge—a distinct advantage over the centralized, often crowded helms typical of other catamarans in this class.
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Serving as the shipyard’s flagship, the Samana 59 is structurally engineered for high-capacity hosting. It is distinguished by the largest flybridge in its size category. While other catamarans in this class focus primarily on the aft deck, the Samana 59 pushes entertaining upward with an 30m² flybridge entirely dedicated to lounging and dining. Below deck, the layout ensures strict separation of spaces.
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Unlike many sub-60ft catamarans where owner, guest, and crew circulation inevitably overlap, the Samana 59 features an independently accessed owner’s suite that utilizes a private companionway to physically separate traffic flow.
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- Available with ODSea+ hybrid-electric technology, allowing you to generate power underway via hydrogeneration and solar, drastically reducing carbon emissions and ensuring silent, vibration-free cruising.
- Feature class-leading entertainment spaces, including the Samana 59’s 30m² flybridge and the FP48’s true single-level deck layout.
- Engineered with dedicated helm stations providing 360-degree visibility to support short-handed sailing and centralized maneuvering without disrupting guest relaxation
Secure your access to the next generation of multihull sailing with the FP48 and Samana 59. Contact Asia Yachting to schedule a viewing today, we are available in Hong Kong, Thailand and the Philippines!
