The International Multihull Show 2025 has set new records with 175 exhibitors and 73 boats afloat.
The 16th edition of the show held at La Grande Motte highlighted a commitment to sustainable development with exhibitors showing the latest sustainable solutions.
Eight catamarans with hybrid engines were on display, including the Astréa 42 and Excess 11, and three featured 100% electric engines, such as the Modx 70 and Windelo.
Equipment manufacturers were also represented, with electric engine suppliers such as Transfluid, Ecoboats and Temo, hydrogen generator manufacturers like Watt & Sea, and newgeneration wind turbine manufacturers, including Philéole.
And Dimension Polyant showed its use of recycled fibres in the manufacture of sails.
Repowering and refit services were also on offer by Néo for the Lagoon 620, Joool, which provides a complete on-board energy management and hybrid propulsion solution, and E-Nav Systems, an electric propulsion solution integrator.
Beyond its role as a place to do business, it’s a great opportunity for networking and friendly conversations.
Caroline Popovici
Among charter companies, Dream Yacht is aiming to convert its fleet to electric propulsion, with the end goal of offering a range of 100% electric, carbon-emission-free catamarans and becoming the leader in electric boat rentals.
A major new feature of this year’s show was the creation of an additional new marina dedicated to powercats.
Alongside this, the traditional floating exhibition area welcomed 58 boats.
“Beyond its role as a place to do business, it’s a great opportunity for networking and friendly conversations,” said show director Caroline Popovici.
“In a challenging economic climate, people in the industry need trade shows, and we’ve got big plans for the next one, which we’re already working full steam on.”
The show was taken over by the Fédération des Industries Nautiques (FIN), two years’ ago which says the growing participation of international shipyards, particularly within the exhibition village, reflects the event’s strategic importance for the marine industry.
The next edition of the show will run take place from 22 to 26 April 22 – 26 2026 with organisers planning to redesign the event and continue its growth.
