Windelo Expands With New 58- and 62-Foot Eco-Catamarans
Windelo, the French builder behind last year’s Boat of the Year–recognized Windelo 54, has announced two larger models—the Windelo 58 and Windelo 62—marking a major expansion of its eco-conscious cruising catamaran range. The new boats, shown at the Cannes Yachting Festival, combine electric and hybrid propulsion, sustainable materials, and bluewater-ready design.
Since its founding in 2019, Windelo has earned a reputation for pushing boundaries in performance, comfort, and environmental responsibility. The new models take the builder into the 60-foot segment for the first time. “Owners are looking for more space, greater comfort, and more autonomy — but also for a deeper respect for the environment,” says CEO Gautier Kauffmann. “The Windelo 58 and 62 open a new chapter in our journey.”
Designed by the naval architecture firm Barreau & Neuman in collaboration with the Stellantis Design Studio, the two new cats build on the brand’s distinctive style: fine hull lines, lightweight structures, and expansive living areas. The Windelo 58 is conceived as a versatile world voyager with a centralized forward cockpit, daggerboards, and a light displacement of 18 tons. It offers up to five cabins and is powered by electric or hybrid engines with solar, wind, and hydro-generation support.
The flagship Windelo 62 carries the same DNA but on a larger platform, with a light displacement of 22 tons and even greater payload and interior flexibility. Both boats emphasize panoramic views, loft-like interiors, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. “We wanted boats that offer more space, more comfort, and more autonomy — without compromising performance or sustainability,” says naval architect Christophe Barreau.
Design Director Hugo Nightingale of Stellantis notes that the automotive approach helped refine the new cats’ proportions and usability. “Our goal is to strike a powerful harmony between performance and everyday usability,” he says.
Both models share Windelo’s hallmark sustainable construction. Basalt-fiber and PET foam sandwich hulls reduce environmental impact, while electric and hybrid drive systems provide silent operation and reduced reliance on fossil fuels.
For sailors interested in seeing these new designs firsthand, Windelo will continue exhibiting at major international boat shows and expects the first new hulls to touch the water in 2026.
Key Specs (Windelo 58): 58 feet LOA, beam 31 feet, light displacement 18 tons, up to five cabins, electric/hybrid engines with solar, wind, and hydro power.
Key Specs (Windelo 62): 62 feet LOA, beam 31 feet, light displacement 22 tons, up to five cabins, electric/hybrid engines with solar, wind, and hydro power.
More information: windelo-catamaran.com
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