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► Full article in Multihulls World N194: https://www.multihulls-world.com/articles-catamaran-trimaran/catamaranscup-34-charter-catamarans-setting-out-from-athens ► Held for the past 13 years out of Athens, Greece, the Catamaranscup was the brainchild of Ioannis Kourounis, a man who is anything but a stranger to the Greek boating scene, having founded the Istion Yachting charter company in 1992, which has become the market leader in the country. Ioannis was one of the very first to invest in cruising catamarans, and then back in 2010, this visionary set up a cruising regatta/flotilla to coincide with the end of the season. To follow this event, which brought together no less than 34 catamarans and 300 crew (a record!), we accompanied the Excess Catamarans team aboard an Excess 14. Check out our exclusive videos! ► Become a FREE SUBSCRIBER to Multihulls World's YouTube page now - https://www.youtube.com/c/MultihullsWorld ► Log on to our website to discover over 500 multihulls tests! Subscribe to our newsletter to take advantage of our promotions and boat show invitations! https://www.multihulls-world.com/ ► Follow us on Facebook! https://m.facebook.com/MultihullsWorldMag/?locale2=fr_FR ► Discover us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/multihulls_world/ ► Follow our multi news on X - https://twitter.com/multihullsworld?lang=fr ► Let’s talk about business https://www.linkedin.com/company/multicoques-mag-multihulls-world/ ► Like us on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@multihullsworldmag Article complet dans Multicoques Mag N222. Disputée depuis 13 ans au départ d’Athènes, la Catamaranscup a été imaginée par Ioannis Kourounis. Cet homme est tout sauf un inconnu dans le milieu du nautisme grec puisqu’il a fondé en 1992 la société de locations de bateaux Istion Yachting, devenue leader du marché dans le pays. Ioannis a été un des tous premiers à miser sur le catamaran de croisière. C’est donc dès 2010 que ce visionnaire met en place une régate/flottille itinérante qui coïncide avec la fin de saison. Pour suivre cet événement qui a rassemblé pas mois de 34 catamarans et 300 équipiers (un record !), nous avons accompagné l’équipe Excess Catamarans à bord d’un Excess 14. Découvrez nos vidéos exclusives ! ► Abonnez-vous GRATUITEMENT à la chaîne YouTube de Multicoques Mag dès maintenant – https://www.youtube.com/c/MultihullsWorld ► Connectez-vous à notre site Web pour découvrir plus de 500 essais ! Abonnez-vous à notre newsletter afin de profiter de nos promotions et d’invitations aux salons nautiques ! https://www.multicoques-mag.com/ ► Suivez-nous sur Facebook ! https://www.facebook.com/MulticoquesMag/ ► Découvrez-nous sur Instagram https://www.instagram.com/multihulls_world/ ► Suivez les actus multi sur X https://twitter.com/multihullsworld?lang=fr ► Parlons business ! https://www.linkedin.com/company/multicoques-mag-multihulls-world/ ► Likez nous sur TikTok ! https://www.tiktok.com/@multihullsworldmag @CatamaransCup #catamaranscup #greece #regatta #bareboat #multicoquesmag #multihullsworld #catamaran #multihull #excesscatamarans #excess14 @EXCESSCatamarans @Istion #istionyachting

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After nearly three months out of the water, Quicksilver’s Port Douglas-based dive and snorkel catamaran Silversonic has a unveiled a striking new look and new generation engines following a $1.66 million refit. The 29 metre catamaran now shines with a sleek aluminium finish and is powered by two new Rolls-Royce mtu 2000 Series engines, compliant with sustainable marine fuels. Quicksilver Group Managing Director Tony Baker said the transformation reflects both innovation and long-term commitment to sustainable operations. “This refit was a major undertaking and a credit to our incredible Engineering team and local marine contractors. Silversonic not only looks fantastic but will also operate more efficiently, with reduced emissions and improved performance - helping future-proof our fleet for years to come.” The major exterior makeover - stripped back to shining aluminium, is a nod to her name and Quicksilver’s signature flagship wavepiercing catamarans. This latest investment completes the transition of Quicksilver’s Port Douglas outer reef fleet to sustainable fuel-ready engines, reinforcing the company’s leading role in environmentally responsible marine tourism on the Great Barrier Reef. Quicksilver General Manager of Operations Travis Clarke said the upgraded engines also bring operational benefits. “Our vessels Quicksilver VIII, Quicksilver V, Silversonic and Poseidon now share the same engine series, improving efficiency and allowing easier maintenance across the fleet. It’s a win for sustainability and for smart operations.” Designed for adventure and comfort, Silversonic carries up to 90 guests (despite capacity for over 130) to explore three spectacular Agincourt ribbon reef sites daily. Two air-conditioned decks, a spacious dive platform, sun decks and a state-of-the-art ride control system ensure guests enjoy a smooth and unforgettable reef experience. Located on the edge of Australia’s Continental Shelf, the world-renowned Agincourt ribbon reefs are celebrated for their crystal-clear waters, spectacular corals and abundant marine life, offering some of the very best day boat diving and snorkelling experiences on the Great Barrier Reef. Silversonic has exclusive permits to visit over 35 World Heritage Agincourt reef sites, as well as a permit to swim with minke whales if encountered. About the new engines: Silversonic was repowered with two new generation Rolls Royce mtu 2000 series commercial marine engines (10V2000M72) - certified for HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) and other synthetically produced diesel fuels, and new ZF marine gearboxes. Video by Gavin Hardy