Aquila Catamarans, best known for its power catamarans, is making a bold entry into the sailing market with three new models designed by sailors, for sailors.
The company has announced the Aquila 44ES, 50ES and 63ES sailing catamarans, all featuring distinctive forward cockpits, hybrid propulsion and the brand’s signature one-piece construction. The new range will debut at the 2025 Annapolis Boat Show with scale models and a full display, followed by the first in-water showing of the Aquila 50ES at the 2026 Miami Boat Show.
“This expansion represents our next phase as a global boat manufacturer,” said Frank Xiong, chief executive officer of Sino Eagle Group. “We’ve proven ourselves in power catamarans, and now we’re leveraging the deep sailing experience of our team to enter this market with purpose and precision.”
Design for Cruising Life
Key design features include bridge-to-bow stairs for easy access, contemporary lines, a fixed forward cockpit that doubles as a social area, and private cabin entrances with ensuite heads and walk-in showers. Owners can also expect a spacious salon bar, Aquila’s optional patented tender crane, and panoramic windows that flood the interior with natural light.
Hybrid Ocean Drive™
The new sailing catamarans feature an integrated Hybrid Ocean Drive™ system combining electric and diesel propulsion. The electric mode allows silent maneuvering in harbors and anchorages, with diesel power available for offshore passages. “Our hybrid system isn’t an afterthought—it’s integrated from day one,” explained Jean Raas, CEO and chief product officer. “We designed the entire propulsion architecture around this dual-power approach.”
Precision Manufacturing
Built at Sino Eagle’s state-of-the-art facility, the new models benefit from resin-infused hulls and decks, no-wood structural components, CE Category A certification and stringent quality controls. Components such as stainless steel, upholstery and electronics are manufactured on-site to ensure consistency and performance.
Sailors Behind the Scenes
The Aquila sailing catamaran program draws on the expertise of veteran designers and industry leaders, including J&J Design and a leadership team with decades of competitive and blue-water sailing experience. “This team brings decades of actual sailing experience to the drawing board,” said Raas.
Distribution
In the U.S., Mexico and the Caribbean, the Aquila 44ES, 50ES and 63ES will be distributed exclusively through The Catamaran Company. “This partnership brings together our sailing catamaran expertise with their proven design and manufacturing capabilities,” said Staley Weidman III, CEO of The Catamaran Company.
Pricing, delivery and international distribution details will be announced at upcoming shows.
For more information, visit aquilaboats.com.
