What Leopard Catamarans does

Leopard Catamarans is a global production catamaran brand founded in 1997 and operating through Mariner International Travel, Inc. as part of Travelopia's Marine Division. The company distributes sailing catamarans (Leopard 43, Leopard 46, Leopard 52) and power catamarans (Leopard 40PC, Leopard 46PC, Leopard 53PC) built exclusively by Robertson & Caine at a manufacturing facility in Cape Town, South Africa, with naval architecture provided by Simonis Voogd Design. All hulls use vacuum-infused composite construction with reinforced keels, twin-engine (Yanmar) propulsion on power models, and optional hybrid diesel-electric drive systems on the Leopard 46 and Leopard 52 sail models. Leopard is the only catamaran brand dual-certified under both NMMA/ABYC (Americas) and CE (Europe) standards.

The company's revenue model is anchored in one-time new-boat sales across entry-level, mid-range, and flagship configurations, with multiple cabin layouts (typically 3-5) and optional equipment. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, supported by an online "Build Your Leopard" configurator. Recurring revenue streams include OEM parts and accessories sold through the Boatclick-powered Leopard Owner App and warranty/service operations. Go-to-market is a hybrid of direct regional sales offices (US, UK, Italy, Portugal, France, Spain, Germany, Turkey), an authorized dealer network, and a heavy event-driven presence at major international multihull and powerboat shows, reinforced by annual owner flotilla events that build community and aftermarket loyalty.

Leopard serves affluent consumer and lifestyle customers across four primary use-case segments: weekend cruisers, full-time liveaboards and remote-working cruisers (the stated primary segment), bluewater passagemakers, and large group/family owners. More than 3,100-3,500 boats have been delivered worldwide since founding, supported by global service centers, a 14-month structural / 6-year hull warranty, and 60-70% resale value retention at five years. The brand carries decades of consistent industry recognition (Cruising World Boat of the Year across multiple model years, Multihull of the Year 2025 and 2026) and operates as a cash-generative subsidiary inside the Travelopia diversified travel/leisure portfolio.

Name

Leopard Catamarans

Legal name

Mariner International Travel, Inc.

Website

https://leopardcatamarans.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Leopard Catamarans is a global brand that distributes sailing and power catamarans (43-53 ft) built by Robertson & Caine in South Africa, serving affluent liveaboard cruisers, bluewater sailors, and family owners through regional offices in eight-plus countries under Travelopia's Marine Division.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Recreational Catamaran Manufacturing

NAICS

Ship and Boat Building (3366), Boat Building (336612)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Catamaran & Multihull Leisure Craft Manufacturing (IMAJAEAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Luxury Catamaran (Power & Sail) Manufacturing (IMAJAMAF), Luxury Sailing Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAMAC), Explorer Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAMAE)

Keywords

• Sailing catamarans
• Power catamarans
• Bluewater cruising yachts
• Multihull boat manufacturing
• Catamaran brokerage

Headquarters

HQ city

Clearwater

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Catamaran Sales: Leopard Catamarans generates primary revenue through the sale of new sailing and power catamarans. The company offers a range of models from entry-level (Leopard 43, Leopard 40PC) to flagship (Leopard 52, Leopard 53PC), with multiple layout configurations including owner versions and charter configurations.
2. Parts and Accessories: The company sells OEM parts and accessories through their owner app powered by Boatclick, allowing owners to purchase parts directly for their boats.
3. Warranty and Service: Warranty services and support for Leopard catamaran owners, including warranty claim processing and service center support.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Leopard Catamarans designs, manufactures, and distributes sailing and power catamarans (Leopard 43, 46, 52 sail; Leopard 40PC, 46PC, 53PC power) built by Robertson & Caine in Cape Town with naval architecture by Simonis Voogd Design. The company sells new catamarans directly and through dealers, plus pre-owned brokerage, OEM parts/accessories, and warranty services via a Boatclick-powered owner app. All vessels are vacuum-infused construction with reinforced keels and carry dual NMMA (ABYC) and CE certification.

Product overview

Leopard Catamarans is a global brand of sailing and power catamarans built by Robertson & Caine in Cape Town, South Africa, with naval architecture by Simonis Voogd Design. The product portfolio consists of two main lines: the Sailing Range (Leopard 43, Leopard 46, Leopard 52) designed for bluewater cruising, liveaboard comfort, and long-range sailing; and the Power Range (Leopard 40PC, Leopard 46PC, Leopard 53PC) offering motor yacht-style comfort for efficient cruising. All models feature vacuum-infused construction with reinforced keels and are dual-certified (NMMA and CE). The Leopard 46 and Leopard 52 offer optional hybrid electric drive systems combining diesel generators with electric motors for enhanced redundancy and off-grid capability. Owner support is provided through a mobile app powered by Boatclick, online warranty claim processing, how-to video libraries, and annual owner flotilla events.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Leopard 43 Sailing Catamaran A 42 ft 7 in sailing catamaran designed for couples cruising with compact manageable size and panoramic visibility. Available with 3 or 4 cabin layout options for weekend cruising and short-handed sailing.
• Leopard 46 Sailing Catamaran A 45 ft 7 in bluewater cruising catamaran with liveaboard flexibility and upgraded performance. Available in 3, 4, and 5-cabin layouts with optional Hybrid Electric Drive System and dedicated utility room/workspace for remote work.
• Leopard 52 Sailing Catamaran A 51 ft 8 in sailing catamaran designed for long-range passagemaking and premium liveaboard use. Offers 10 different layout configurations, maximum interior volume, and an optional hybrid propulsion package combining a diesel generator with electric motors.
• Leopard 40 Powercat (40PC) A 40 ft power catamaran optimized for efficient coastal cruising and first-time powercat buyers. Features standard 2x250 HP Yanmar engines with optional 320 HP or 370 HP upgrades, reaching maximum speeds of 23 knots.
• Leopard 46 Powercat (46PC) A 46 ft 4 in power catamaran designed for comfortable extended cruising and onboard living with a performance balance. Standard 2x250 HP Yanmar engines with optional upgrades, cruising at 16 knots with maximum speed of 23.5 knots.
• Leopard 53 Powercat (53PC) The flagship 50 ft 6 in power catamaran offering luxury, long-range cruising, and spacious entertaining capability. Standard 2x370 HP Yanmar 8LV370 engines, cruising at 17 knots with maximum speed of 24 knots, and optional crew quarters.
• Leopard Brokerage (Pre-Owned Sales) Brokerage service for purchasing and selling pre-owned Leopard catamarans, providing access to used Leopard inventory globally.
• Warranty Claim Service Online warranty claim submission system allowing Leopard catamaran owners to submit new warranty requests with image uploads, invoices, and quotes.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,100+ Leopard catamarans delivered worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Robertson & CainecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive 30-year partnership with builder Robertson & Caine in Cape Town, South Africa. Robertson & Caine manufactures all Leopard Catamarans, pooling their expertise with Leopard's design philosophy to create spacious, robust, performance-driven blue water cruising catamarans.
• Simonis Voogd DesigncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNaval architecture partnership with Simonis Voogd Design for all Leopard catamaran models. Simonis Voogd provides expert naval architecture services ensuring optimal performance, stability, and safety across the Leopard range.
• Travelopia – Marine DivisioncoreOthersParent company of Leopard Catamarans under the Travelopia group of companies. Mariner International Travel, Inc. (t/a Leopard Catamarans) operates as part of the Travelopia marine division.
• YanmarcoreTechnology or IntegrationEngine supplier for Leopard power catamarans. Leopard 40PC and Leopard 46PC offer standard 2x250 HP Yanmar engines with optional 2x320 HP or 2x370 HP Yanmar engines. Leopard 53PC comes standard with 2x Yanmar 8LV370 engines.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sunreef Yachts: Sunreef manufactures luxury sailing and power catamarans, including superyacht catamarans, in the same premium end of the market as Leopard's flagship models with strong custom and eco-friendly positioning.
• Bali Catamarans: Bali (part of Catana Group) builds cruising catamarans with innovative interior layouts, directly competing with Leopard in the sailing and power cruising space across the same buyer demographic.
• Fountaine Pajot: Fountaine Pajot is a leading French catamaran manufacturer producing sailing and power catamarans comparable in size, price, and target market to Leopard. Competes directly across the cruising and liveaboard segments.
• Excess Catamarans: Excess is Groupe Beneteau's performance-oriented catamaran brand, overlapping with Leopard's sailing range in size and customer profile, particularly for active cruisers seeking sportier handling.
• Lagoon Catamarans: Lagoon (Beneteau Group) is the world's largest production catamaran builder, offering sailing and power cruising catamarans in the same size range and customer segments as Leopard. Direct head-to-head competitor in cruising catamarans globally.
• Privilege Marine: Privilege Marine builds luxury cruising catamarans, competing with Leopard in the premium bluewater sailing segment, particularly in Europe and the Mediterranean charter market.
• Outremer Catamarans: Outremer builds performance bluewater catamarans aimed at experienced cruisers doing long passages, overlapping with Leopard's higher-end sailing models in target customer and passagemaking capability.
• Catana Group: Catana Group owns the Catana and Bali catamaran brands, manufacturing performance and cruising catamarans in similar size bands. Directly comparable in product line, build location, and distribution approach to Leopard/Robertson & Caine.

Emerging players

• HH Catamarans: HH Catamarans produces high-performance luxury carbon catamarans targeting the premium liveaboard and passagemaking segment, representing a higher-end niche adjacent to Leopard's flagship offerings.
• Gunboat (Grand Large Yachting): Gunboat builds high-performance luxury catamarans under the Grand Large Yachting group, competing at the upper end of the cruising catamaran market where Leopard's 52 and 53 PC models play.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookweb.facebook.com/LeopardCatamarans
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/leopard-catamarans
• Instagraminstagram.com/leopardcatamarans
• Xx.com/LeopardCats

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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