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ITA 15.49, an all-Italian fast catamaran

September 30, 2024 · 5 min · 9K views · Cannes

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The ITA 15.49 catamaran, produced by the Italian shipyard ITA Catamarans, prioritizes performance and structural rigidity through advanced composite construction.0:34 The vessel features narrow hulls designed for speed and all-weather capability, distinguishing it from high-volume production cruisers.1:14 Builders construct the hulls, primary bulkheads, and deck in a single infusion process using epoxy resin, Corecell panels, and carbon fiber reinforcements.1:57 This "one-shot" infusion method creates a unified, stiff structure compared to multi-stage lamination.2:45 The shipyard offers semi-custom layouts, allowing owners to choose between three- or four-cabin configurations.3:15 The owner’s hull includes a 2-meter by 1.6-meter berth and a dedicated head, while the guest hull typically features two cabins sharing a single head to maintain the narrow hull profile required for performance.3:24 Systems and maintenance access points are designed for simplicity and ease of repair at sea, reflecting the manufacturer's focus on functional sailing requirements.4:37

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