HH Catamarans

What HH Catamarans does

HH Catamarans designs and builds semi-custom luxury performance cruising catamarans ranging from 44 to 88 feet, constructed almost entirely from carbon fiber epoxy-infused composites and developed in partnership with naval architects Morrelli & Melvin. The product line comprises current models HH44, HH46, HH52, HH56, HH66, HH80, and HH88 (plus legacy HH50 and HH55), and integrates a proprietary EcoDrive parallel hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system with hydro-regeneration, large rooftop solar arrays (up to ~5.7 kW on the HH60-SCF), and 48V lithium battery banks. Approximately 50 vessels have been launched over the company's first decade, with output ramping to roughly 10 boats per year across two wholly-owned production facilities in Xiamen, China and Cebu, Philippines.

The company operates a direct-to-consumer luxury sales model, quoting prices typically above $2 million per vessel, supplemented by a brokerage division for pre-owned HHs and an after-sales service stream. Distribution combines a direct enterprise field sales team — anchored by presence at five major international boat shows (Cannes, Annapolis, Miami, International Multihull, Sanctuary Cove) — with an exclusive regional partnership with Multihull Central for Australia and New Zealand. Customers are predominantly affluent private sailing enthusiasts, with secondary segments in luxury charter operators and competitive racing teams; the brand has been repeatedly recognized by Sailing World, Cruising World, SAIL, and IBI/METSTRADE.

HH Catamarans is a privately held brand under the US-China-based parent Hudson Yacht Group and reports 251–500 employees. Revenue, funding history, and detailed financials are not publicly disclosed, but the company is actively operating with current product launches through 2025–2026, recent leadership appointments, and visible geographic expansion into Greater China and Southeast Asia.

Name

HH Catamarans

Legal name

HH Catamarans

Website

https://hhcatamarans.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

HH Catamarans designs and builds semi-custom, all-carbon-fiber luxury performance cruising catamarans (44–88 ft) with proprietary EcoDrive hybrid propulsion, selling direct to high-net-worth sailing enthusiasts via two wholly-owned Asian production yards.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Performance Cruising Catamarans

NAICS

Boat Building (336612), Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Catamaran (Power & Sail) Manufacturing (IMAJAMAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Catamaran & Multihull Leisure Craft Manufacturing (IMAJAEAC)

Keywords

• Luxury catamarans
• Performance sailing yachts
• Carbon fiber construction
• Hybrid propulsion systems
• Bluewater cruising catamarans

Headquarters

HQ city

Flushing

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. New Yacht Sales: Sale of semi-custom luxury performance cruising catamarans ranging from 44 to 88 feet. Each boat is built to order with extensive customization options including interior layouts, exterior colors, deck colors, finishes, and systems configurations.
2. Brokerage Services: Resale of pre-owned HH Catamarans vessels through their brokerage division.
3. After-Sales Service and Support: Ongoing service, warranty support, and maintenance services for HH Catamaran owners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

HH Catamarans designs, manufactures, and sells semi-custom luxury performance cruising catamarans ranging from 44 to 88 feet, built using epoxy-infused carbon fiber construction. The company's boats feature the proprietary EcoDrive parallel diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system with integrated solar arrays and 48V lithium battery banks. Each yacht is built to order with extensive customization options including interior layouts, helm configurations, finishes, and sailing systems.

Product overview

HH Catamarans is a designer and builder of luxury performance cruising catamarans ranging from 44 to 88 feet. The product portfolio includes current models (HH44, HH46, HH52, HH56, HH66, HH80, HH88) and past models (HH50, HH55). All boats feature carbon fiber construction and advanced technology, with most models incorporating the proprietary EcoDrive parallel hybrid system combining electric motors with diesel engines. The company offers semi-custom builds with various configurations including forward helm and aft helm options, designed in partnership with Morrelli & Melvin naval architects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EcoDrive: Parallel hybrid diesel/electric propulsion system with hydro-regeneration capability, featuring 48V lithium battery bank and solar integration.
• Hudson Yacht Group

Products and services

• HH44 Award-winning 44-foot eco-friendly performance cruising catamaran designed from the ground up with electrification in mind, featuring carbon/E-glass/epoxy construction and the parallel hybrid EcoDrive system with over 4kW of solar panels.
• HH46 Latest iteration of the HH44, featuring extended transoms, deeper rudders, updated solar and electrical components. Hybrid EcoDrive and carbon/E-glass/epoxy construction remain standard.
• HH52 Evolution of the award-winning HH50, featuring restyled cabin top with custom solar array, new deck plan, new interior layout, and increased sail area. All-carbon construction with forward or aft helm options.
• HH56 All-new, all-carbon 56-foot cruising catamaran featuring forward helm station, parallel hybrid EcoDrive, 4.5kW of solar, North 3Di Sails, and full suite of performance cruising options.
• HH66 Flagship 66-foot luxury performance cruising catamaran, Sailing World's Boat of the Year 2018. Available in aft helm (SC) and forward helm (SCF) configurations, featuring full carbon construction and EcoDrive hybrid system.
• HH80 All-carbon 80-foot superyacht designed to rival the world's most magnificent sailing yachts. Features three sun decks, four super yacht staterooms, EcoDrive hybrid system. Accommodates 8 guests and 3 crew.
• HH88 World's second largest all-carbon fiber catamaran, featuring up to 10 VIP guests and 4 crew. Fully customizable with optional flybridge, deck level owner's suite, jacuzzi. Can be configured for luxury charter or performance sailing.
• HH Catamarans Brokerage Resale of pre-owned HH Catamarans vessels through the company's brokerage division, providing transaction services for owners seeking to sell or buyers seeking earlier generation models or quicker delivery options.
• After-Sales Service and Support Ongoing service, warranty support, and maintenance services for HH Catamaran owners, including the five-year hull warranty and access to regional service through distribution partners such as Multihull Central.

Quantifiable outcome

• Sailing at 10 knots in 14-16 knots of true wind
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Multihull CentralcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 May 2022Exclusive distribution partnership for Australia and New Zealand. Multihull Central is an established multihull distributor offering sales, accredited training, charters, delivery services, and comprehensive after-sales support for HH Catamarans in the region.
• Morrelli & MelvincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with California-based world-renowned naval architects Morrelli & Melvin for design of all HH Catamaran models. The firm brings expertise in high-performance multihull design, daggerboard technology, and sailing systems optimization.
• Hudson Yacht GroupcoreOthersParent company of HH Catamarans, providing strategic direction, capital investment, and manufacturing infrastructure. Founded on passion for yachting, partnered with industry-best designers and marine professionals.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sunreef Yachts: Polish luxury catamaran builder producing sailing and power cats from 60 to 100+ ft with hybrid/electric propulsion. Most direct competitor to HH in the luxury, semi-custom, hybrid-equipped sailing catamaran niche.
• Gunboat: U.S./French builder of high-performance carbon-fiber sailing catamarans in the 60-78 ft range. Closest direct competitor in the performance-sailing cat niche with comparable semi-custom business model and racing pedigree.
• Catana Group (Bali / Catana): French group operating Bali (volume cruising cats) and Catana (performance cruising cats). Catana-Bali directly competes with HH across mid-size cruising catamarans and overlaps on performance-oriented luxury buyers.
• Outremer Catamarans: French builder of performance-oriented cruising catamarans (45-68 ft). Targets a similar performance-sailing buyer and is even distributed alongside HH by Multihull Central in ANZ, making them a directly overlapping competitor.
• Privilege Catamarans: French builder of luxury sailing catamarans in the 50-74 ft range. Targets a similar affluent cruising buyer with custom builds, placing it in direct competition with HH's mid-size and larger models.

Broad incumbents

• Lagoon (Bénéteau Group): World's largest catamaran builder, sailing and motor cats 40-78 ft, owned by Bénéteau Group. Competes broadly in cruising cats but more mass-market; overlaps at HH's lower size bands.
• Fountaine Pajot: Major French catamaran and motor yacht builder offering sailing cats from 40-80 ft. Broadly competitive in the cruising cat market, although positioned at lower price points than HH.
• Leopard Catamarans: Volume catamaran builder (sailing and power) targeting the 40-50 ft mid-market. Competes with HH's smaller models (HH44, HH46) at lower price points and broader dealer networks.

Emerging players

• Silent-Yachts: Austrian builder of solar-electric-powered catamarans (motor and sailing). Adjacent competitor at the sustainability/electrification intersection, though focused on motor cats rather than performance sailing.
• WINDY (or similar premium sailing brand) — substitute with: ICE Catamarans: Italian builder expanding into performance cruising catamarans with hybrid drive. Niche direct competitor in the intersection of performance sailing and electric/hybrid propulsion that defines HH's positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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