Here’s a creative idea for a 110-foot hydrogen/electric powered luxury catamaran from the award-winning French designer Alexandre Thiriat. The self-sustaining cat has the potential for unlimited ocean-crossing range.
Thiriat named the cat the Corellian 110, and he says it can serve as “a private island for adventures around the world.”
It is powered by hydrogen fuel-cell technology and twin 500kW electric motors, moving it to a top speed of 18 knots. Solar panels provide power to run the onboard amenities for off-the-grid cruising. The Corellian 110 offers world-wide cruising with no noise, no fossil fuel emissions, no smoke and no vibration.
The hull, made entirely from 100 percent recycled aluminum, has a low draft and little drag. The twin bow sections are almost knife-like in their sharp entry forward.
Designed for either private or charter use, the big cat has 2,000 square feet of exterior space, including a pool, Jacuzzi, several dining and lounge areas, and a large beach club aft.
The interior can be customized, and can hold eight to 12 guests. The owner’s stateroom and all the VIP staterooms have terraces that fold out from the hull sides for private areas overlooking the water.
The idea of hydrogen power for yachts seems to be growing. Indeed, Lürssen, the German yard, just sold its first superyacht powered by hydrogen fuel-cell; it’s set to launch in 2025. Read more:
