Yachting Art Magazine

Catana Group strengthens its North American strategy by naming Catamaran Guru as the exclusive representative of its YOT Power Catamarans brand in the United States and Canada.

Catamaran Guru has been chosen as the sole partner for distributing YOT Power Catamarans throughout North America. This decision follows five years of successful collaboration with Catana Group on its Bali and Catana sailing catamarans, which allowed the company to build a strong commercial presence in key U.S. boating regions, including Annapolis, Kemah, and Fort Lauderdale.

YOT Power Catamarans, the third brand of Catana Group, made its debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival in 2023 with the launch of the YOT 36 and YOT 41 outboard models. A third model, the inboard YOT 53, is scheduled for preview next year. The brand aims to offer contemporary, efficient power catamarans tailored to modern cruising lifestyles.

Boris Compagnon, Commercial Director of Catana Group, said the appointment reflects the company’s ambition to strengthen its presence in a key market. “Catamaran Guru played a crucial role in the rise of the Bali brand in North America. With their team of powercat specialists, we are confident they will successfully position YOT as a reference point for power catamaran buyers,” he noted.

For Catamaran Guru, this partnership represents a natural progression. CEO Dan Lockyer highlighted that YOT models meet the expectations of North American boaters and fit well with coastal cruising conditions. Chairman Stephen Cockcroft added that the company has built a specialized team to support the brand’s development and ensure high-quality service.

YOT Power Catamarans is backed by a state-of-the-art production site in Aveiro, Portugal. Covering five acres, the fully solar-powered facility features advanced manufacturing technology, including a 6-axis CNC machine and a 70-foot test pool. With a planned workforce of 450 employees, the yard will eventually produce up to 200 boats annually.

This strategic alliance positions Catana Group to accelerate YOT’s expansion in a dynamic and competitive North American power catamaran market.