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Watch Bill Henson’s JPK 45 SIRENE flying downwind with their UK Sailmakers asymmetrical spinnaker in the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race! Making an incredible debut, SIRENE was crowned IRC Corinthian Division Champion, took 2nd place in IRC Division 2, and finished 15th overall in IRC out of 104 starters—only 74 of which crossed the finish line. Representing Fremantle Sailing Club and equipped with an expertly crafted sail inventory from UK Sailmakers Fremantle, SIRENE showcased the perfect balance of versatility and performance that defines this racer-cruiser. The sails were designed and built by UK Sailmakers, with upwind sails developed by Pat Considine (UK Sailmakers Chicago) and asymmetrical spinnakers by Geoff Bishop (UK Sailmakers Fremantle). SIRENE’s inventory included: • X-Drive mainsail with three reefs • X-Drive J2 race jib, reefable to J3 • Heavy-weather J4 staysail on a furler • Code Zero, A2, A3, A4, and a reaching jib top • Storm jib for safety compliance The sail wardrobe was meticulously planned, combining local expertise with UK Sailmakers' cutting-edge Fluid–Structure Interaction (FSI) modeling—an advanced analytical tool that simulates the interaction between sails and surrounding airflow to optimize performance. The initial sail plan was developed in collaboration with Geoff Bishop of UK Sailmakers and a local rigger, with support from FSI modeling by UK Sailmakers' lead designer, Pat Considine. This resulted in a highly effective combination of a jib with a reef and a furling staysail, minimizing jib sail changes while providing a versatile downwind staysail. Video clip provided by Bill Henson.

► This large Chinese-built catamaran kept us waiting a little at La Grande-Motte, as it didn’t get to its slip until the end of the third day of the International Multihull Show... But that didn't stop us from discovering this ambitious multihull, which was launched as the Seaview 56 in 2021 and then lengthened to become the Seaview 59. Looking at the rig, you’re aware of the somewhat modest area of the sail plan is particularly noteworthy in relation to the displacement: the sail area to weight ratio is 5.14 m²/t, whereas a catamaran is considered to be high-performance when this figure exceeds 10. So, the aim here is to provide a fully-equipped living platform whose finishing standards are on a par with those of luxury living ashore. No less than 5 layouts are available, featuring 4 to 6 cabins. ► TECHINCAL SPECIFICATIONS: Builder: HeySea Length: 59’1” (18 m) Beam: 28’10” (8.8 m) Draft: 5’4” (1.62 m) Light displacement: 77,000 lbs (35 t) Mainsail: 1,185 sq ft (110 m²) Genoa: 700 sq ft (65 m²) Engines: 2 x 75 HP Fuel: 2 x 132 US gal (2 x 500 l) Water: 264 US gal (1,000 l) Price: US$ 1,390,000 ex-tax ► 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 600 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 #multihullsworld #yachting #multihull #cruising #bluewater #sailing #sailcruising #seatrial #boatreview #bluewatersailing #boat #boatlife #boating #sailingday #magazine #youtube #tiktok #catamaran #seaview59 #emmanuelvandeth #heyseayachts #boating #internationalmultihullshow #lagrandemotte