Jet-setting around the world notches up as much carbon karma as it does flyer miles. But now you can take to the sea instead and glide guilt-free around the globe aboard the Dragonship 80. With its design inspired by the classic ‘Gentleman’s Yacht’ of the 1930s and an all-electric propulsion, this biggest ever trimaran concept promises to be as green as it is gorgeous. When Pi Super Yachts approached McPherson Yacht Design — both UK-based companies — to develop a new range of sailing trimarans, the aim was to create a unique and innovative line of luxury vessels. Starting with the flagship of the fleet, the brief was to create a style that was elegant and in-tune with what a superyacht client would expect of a vessel of this size.

while also maintaining a sporty image which would reflect her performance. The result is the Dragonship 80. This aluminium 5-deck, 3-masted trimaran with folding amas will be the largest trimaran to be ever built. Apart from this 80-metre beauty, other yachts in the Dragonship range that Pi Super Yachts proposes to build over the coming years include a 50 m and a 35 m one, and a “baby Dragon” at just 25 m. The Dragonship 80’s rig is extremely cutting-edge, similar to the wing masts recently used on the America’s Cup AC72 yachts.

The system is the brainchild of Jack Manners-Spencer who’s been pioneering his Autosail rig since the 1980s. It does away with the use of sheets for control, instead relying upon a powered rotating mast which supports the aerofoil section sail. Along with being fully automated the system also has the advantage of being able to rotate the sail surface to achieve the most efficient angle to the wind on any point of sail. Another unique feature is the ability to gybe the sails over the foredeck due to the 360 degree rotational freedom of the rig. Two rig options are planned, Sports and Cruising, depending upon the client’s wishes. Propulsion will be all electric using new leading technology fast-recharge batteries with charging from solar cells integrated into the fabric of the Autosail.

Pi Super Yachts will be working closely with Autosail in producing their existing model and the new taller sail seen here on the Dragonship 80 m. One particular issue that Pi Yachts wanted to address with their range of trimarans was the problem that such a large beam of 30 m can create when in harbour. It was decided that the amas should be designed to fold away alongside the main hull when docked.This provides a much reduced beam at 20 m and will allow the multihull to access marinas that would otherwise be off-limits.

Her layout is designed to be charter-friendly, accommodating 12 guests in six cabins and supported by a crew of 17. Crew cabins are located in the amas while the captain’s suite is on the upper deck, not far from the bridge. Tenders and toys are also stored within the amas leaving the aft end of the vessel available for a stunning owner’s suite, complete with a permanent balcony and private access foyer.


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