What is the typical build time for a 60-foot luxury catamaran?

A custom 60-foot catamaran typically requires 18 to 24 months from contract signing to handover. This timeline can vary based on the complexity of the design, interior specifications, and the choice of materials. An aluminium build may have a slightly different schedule compared to a composite one due to the absence of mould production. We provide a detailed project timeline with key milestones at the outset to ensure full transparency for our clients throughout the construction process.

Do you work with client-appointed naval architects?

Yes, absolutely. We have excellent relationships with several world-renowned multihull designers but are equally comfortable collaborating with an architect or design studio appointed by the client. Our role as the Bali yacht builder is to execute the design to the highest possible standard. We facilitate a seamless partnership between the owner’s team and our in-house project managers and engineers to ensure the final vessel is a perfect realisation of the original vision.

What international standards do your yachts comply with?

Our vessels are built to stringent international standards. We typically build to CE (Conformité Européenne) certification for Category A (Ocean), which is a comprehensive standard for recreational craft. For larger or commercial charter projects, we can build to the specific requirements of classification societies such as Lloyd’s Register, RINA, or Bureau Veritas. This ensures the yacht meets global benchmarks for structural integrity, safety, and systems engineering, safeguarding its value and operational capability.

Can owners visit the shipyard in Bali during construction?

We actively encourage owner involvement and welcome visits to our shipyard facilities in the Benoa and Serangan area. Bali’s excellent flight connections make it convenient for clients to inspect progress firsthand. We provide regular, detailed photographic and written progress reports, but believe there is no substitute for seeing the craftsmanship in person. These visits are crucial for making timely decisions on interior finishes and custom details, ensuring the owner remains central to the creative process.

How does building in Bali compare cost-wise to European shipyards?

Building in Bali offers a significant value proposition. While we utilise the same high-quality European and American marine equipment (engines, rigging, electronics), the cost of skilled labour in Indonesia is more competitive than in Europe or Australia. This allows us to dedicate more man-hours to achieving a superior level of customisation and finish for a given budget. Clients find they can achieve a higher specification or a larger vessel for their investment without compromising on quality or safety standards.

What are the advantages of a power catamaran for the charter market?

A power catamaran is an exceptionally strong platform for the luxury charter market in regions like Southeast Asia. It offers immense interior and exterior volume, providing spacious, apartment-like living areas that appeal to a broad client base. Its stability at anchor is a major comfort factor. Furthermore, its shallow draft grants access to secluded bays and anchorages that are inaccessible to monohulls, and its fuel efficiency at cruising speeds makes it a very compelling and profitable operational asset.

How do you manage quality control throughout the build?

Quality control is a continuous, multi-layered process. It starts with meticulous design and engineering reviews. During construction, our on-site project managers and foremen conduct daily inspections. We also engage independent, accredited marine surveyors who conduct periodic inspections at key milestones—such as hull lamination, engine installation, and pre-launch—to provide impartial third-party verification that all work meets the specified classification standards and best practices.

What kind of warranty do you offer on new builds?

We provide a comprehensive warranty package on all new builds. This typically includes a 5-year structural warranty on the hull and deck, and a 2-year warranty covering all other components and systems installed by our shipyard. Equipment supplied by third-party manufacturers, such as engines and electronics, is covered by the respective manufacturer’s international warranty, which we help to manage and facilitate on the owner’s behalf for a seamless post-delivery experience.

Can you assist with yacht flagging and registration?

Yes, we offer full support with the flagging and registration process. We can guide clients through the documentation and compliance requirements for various popular flag states, such as the Marshall Islands, Cayman Islands, or Langkawi. Our administrative team works with maritime lawyers and registration agents to ensure the process is handled efficiently, allowing the owner to take possession of a fully commissioned and legally documented vessel ready for global cruising.

What are the key differences in charter catamaran layouts?

Charter layouts prioritise guest privacy, crew efficiency, and communal entertainment spaces. A key difference is often the galley location; a “galley-up” design in the main saloon is social, while a “galley-down” in one of the hulls separates crew activity from guest areas. Charter versions typically feature more cabins with uniform, en-suite configurations to accommodate multiple guest parties. We also focus on robust, easily maintainable systems and ample storage for provisions and water toys to support intensive charter operations.

Luxury catamaran construction in Bali

Composite multihulls engineered for space, stability and efficiency, built ten kilometres from an international airport.

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Why build a multihull here

Bali offers a mature marine ecosystem around Benoa and Serangan, ten kilometres from Ngurah Rai International Airport.

That proximity is the real argument. Site visits by owners and surveyors are a short flight and a short drive, so involvement through the build is practical rather than aspirational.

The island also holds the trades a multihull needs: marine grade stainless fabricators, electronics installers and master carpenters, all in one place rather than three provinces.

From the yards to the airport: 10 km
More interior volume than a monohull: 40 percent
Typical beam, for stability: Half the LOA

Two materials

Fiberglass or aluminium

Chosen by operating profile, not by what the yard prefers to build.

Vacuum infused composite

Most builds

Consistent laminate and controlled weight. The default for charter and private multihulls.

Aluminium

Expedition work

Through fabrication partners, for expedition platforms and high impact service.

Balinese joinery

Interior

Bespoke fit out by island carpenters, specified for tropical humidity.

From naval architecture to sea trials

Six stages, each signed off before the next begins.

Brief
Operating profile turned into a naval architecture brief with the designer.
Engineering
Hull form, beam and structure resolved with international multihull designers.
Tooling
Moulds and plugs prepared before any laminate is laid.
Infusion
Hulls vacuum infused in controlled conditions, with coupon testing.
Fit out
Systems, rig and bespoke interior installed at Benoa.
Sea trial
Trials in the Badung Strait, then survey and handover.

Laminate schedules and core materials are written into the contract, not the brochure.

Catamaran build bands

Length, systems and interior level drive the number together.

Day cruise and charter catamarans: USD 350k to 900k
30m to 40m luxury multihulls: USD 1.8 to 3M
45m and above, to class: USD 4 to 8M

Planning ranges in USD, not quotes. Final pricing follows the design brief and specification.

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Send the operating profile, guest count and the waters you intend to run. We reply with an honest read on platform, band and timeline.

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Luxury catamaran construction in Bali

Why build a multihull here