{ Week 10 } Wave Piercing Catamarans and Trimarans


  • Capable of easy refitting to reduce long shipyard periods.
  • Jet propulsion power does not need require propellers or a  rudder for steering.
  • Can maneuver in 3m deep water. Capable of accessing smaller ports commonly found in developing countries.
  • Can cruise 77km/h and up to 122km/h with wind assistance.
  • Tsunami relief in North Sumatra.
  • Seen ships 30 days at sea - refuelled by other ships. 
  • Crew Rotation every three months.
  • Australian Designs and Companies support Australian Aid Initiative.
  • Seen boats that run purely on solar power
Reference: http://www.austal.com/en/