Press release from Motorcats Ltd. in the U.K.: Motorcats Ltd to exhibit new 29-foot MotorCat at Southampton Boatshow The MotorCat 29 is the latest cruising power catamaran to be imported into the UK by Motorcats Ltd. The design and construction of the MotorCat 29 offers a remarkable number of features not found on any cruising boat. Commenting on the announcement of the MotorCat 29, Victor Aspey, the managing director said, "Every so often a boat comes along that breaks new ground and opens up new possibilities. At first glance the MC29 appears a fairly traditional monohull, but closer inspection reveals the radical and clever hull design. It is a highly efficient catamaran in disguise. The interest in this craft is unprecedented in my 20 years in the marine industry. From the drawings alone we completed 3 contracts and still have a list of customers with holding deposits in the build queue" This stable, 4 berth cruiser, with its low costs of ownership will appeal to the first time family buyer or experienced sailor moving into power. Fishermen will appreciate the stable platform and the open cockpit. As with the IPC Media award nominated MotorCat 30 there will be a range of packages for different uses. These will include offshore, estuary, river and broads packages. An inboard option is available using single Volvo D3 engine or Mercury 135 hp or recommended outboard options with single or twin Yamaha 60hp giving up to 25 knots. The catamaran hull efficiency also offers the possibility of a diesel- electric hybrid version. The MotorCat 29 was designed by Canadian designers, Jerry Kostanski and Grahame Shannon. In 2000 a purpose built boatbuilding facility in Poland was purchased to manufacture MotorCat boats. The modern production facilities mean the costs of light weight, composite, labour intensive, twin hull designs are becoming competitive with their monohull counterparts. -- When I pass along press releases that I cross my desk, I post them for what they are, publicity releases from power catamaran builders, designers, dealers and others which represent the viewpoint of those same builders, designers, dealers and others. The discerning reader may need to apply a grain of salt. I post the releases for general information purposes, without any verification or endorsement. --Georgs Georgs Kolesnikovs Power Catamaran World http://www.powercatamaranworld.com PS Members of the trade are encouraged to ensure I'm on their media contact lists.