In the rarefied world of high-performance yachting, stability, speed, and safety often come at the expense of luxury. The Anahita trimaran turns that equation on its head. Taking elements from the uncompromising engineering of ocean‑racing multihulls and adding the indulgence expected of a superyacht, French builder Global Yacht Technology has created a 31‑meter vessel as fast and seaworthy as it is refined.
GYT cofounder Ronan Guérin is unequivocal about the choice of architecture: “The trimaran quickly emerged as the obvious choice: more stable, more powerful and safer than a catamaran, but also more seaworthy, faster and better balanced.” That stability stems from the triple-hull configuration-a central hull flanked by two slender amas-which delivers a wider righting moment than any catamaran of similar size. In rough seas, this geometry resists heeling and minimizes pitching, giving the Anahita a steadier platform both underway and at anchor. It is a principle well understood in modern multihull hydrodynamics, where trimarans consistently outperform in upwind speed and heavy-weather handling.
The naval architecture and exterior styling were the works of the studio VPLP Design, known for creating record-breaking offshore racers. Taking a cue from the water strider-the insect that can skitter across the surface with incredible speed and poise-designer Yann Prummel strove to translate that biological efficiency into marine engineering by sculpting a central hull with proportions balancing interior volume against hydrodynamic purity. The result is a profile that slices through waves with taut, aerodynamic lines, not unlike a Formula 1 chassis.
Material choice is central to Anahita’s performance. The entire structure is built in pre‑impregnated and infused carbon fiber, a process in which layers of resin‑saturated carbon cloth are laid in precision molds and then cured under heat and pressure. As proven in projects like the Baltic 175 Pink Gin, pre‑preg laminates allow engineers to control fiber orientation and resin content with extreme accuracy, with the result being hulls that are far lighter, stiffer and stronger than those made with conventional fiberglass. In the case of Anahita, the result is an exceptionally low displacement of just 35 tonnes-nearly 60 percent lighter than a traditional yacht of comparable length. That weight reduction translates directly into speed: a cruising pace of 25 knots and an estimated Atlantic crossing in six days.
These advantages don’t stop at velocity. Less mass means reduced fuel consumption, and the yacht is able to carry more sail area without compromising on stability. It even has a shallow draft of only 2 meters that provides access to secluded anchorages beyond the reach of deeper‑keeled vessels. And this capability is exactly where the growing appeal of shoal-draft exploration lies with owners who want both privacy and pristine environments.
Anahita’s independence is further improved by integrated solar technology. The 36‑square‑meter array feeds onboard systems, reducing reliance on shore power and extending time between refueling stops. The integration of renewable energy is part of a new generation of yacht innovations, where large photovoltaic surfaces and highly efficient propulsion revisit the concept of long-range cruising, as on the MODX 70. On board Anahita, the solar installation ensures such a lifestyle is possible without having to give up comfort.
Inside, Christophe Chedal Anglay’s design treats the yacht as a “home at sea,” areas separated by private and technical zones. Modularity is key: furnishings and layouts adapt to different styles of cruising, from intimate retreats to social gatherings. Outdoor amenities include an 18‑square‑meter sunbathing area and a 160‑square‑meter forward “marine garden” trampoline, a nod to the expansive netted decks of racing trimarans but reimagined for leisure.
Every element of Anahita reflects the synthesis of competition-grade engineering and superyacht luxury. The hull form borrows from offshore race winners; the materials are those trusted in aerospace; the energy systems anticipate a future of self-sufficient cruising. By combining these two disciplines, GYT and VPLP created a vessel that isn’t just the bridge between two worlds-it’s a new category in itself, one in which speed and stability are at the service of comfort, and the spirit of ocean racing finds a permanent berth in luxury yachting.
