Oyster Yachts Enters Power Catamaran Market with New P60
British boatbuilder Oyster Yachts has entered the power catamaran market with the introduction of the all-new P60, a 60-foot cruising catamaran unveiled at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. The new design marks Oyster Yachts first foray into powered catamarans behind an extensive portfolio of sailing and power yachts since their inception in 1973.
Designed for extended offshore adventures, the P60 boasts a targeted range of up to 3,500 nautical miles (6480 km), which provides sufficient distance to cover the longest leg of Oyster's own World Rally, a 3,000 nautical mile passage between the Galápagos Islands and the Marquesas in French Polynesia. The trip is a fully supported, non-competitive global circumnavigation that was created exclusively for Oyster Yachts owners.
The P60 will carry an LOA of 63'9" (19.42 m) with a 30'8" beam (9.35 m) and a draft of just 5'7" (1.70). Its twin hulls are designed for efficient displacement cruising, with a 3'3" (1 m) bridgedeck clearance at half load intended to reduce wave impact and slamming while underway.
The new design also marks Oyster's first entry into powered multihulls and follows the company's September 2026 announcement of the C60, its first sailing catamaran. Together with the recently unveiled 36-metre Oyster 36M flagship, the two catamarans form part of a broader expansion of the company's lineup beyond its traditional sailing yacht business. The new design was developed in partnership with French naval architecture studio Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design.
According to Oyster CEO Stefan Zimmermann Zschocke, the P60 will bring the company's established approach to bluewater cruising to owners who prefer travelling under power.
"The P60 signals a major development in Oyster's approach to bluewater yachting," said Zschocke.
"It is the first time we have brought Oyster's bluewater philosophy to a purpose-designed luxury power catamaran. The P60 is for owners who want the freedom to undertake long powered passages and expeditions aboard a spacious, luxury catamaran imbued with the safety and engineering those ambitions demand."
The P60 was specifically designed for experienced powerboat owners, buyers moving up to a larger yacht, and experienced sailors who want to continue making extended passages without having sails dictate their time under movement. The P60 is also designed to be operated by as little as two people and does not require a crew. The yacht's projected 3,500-nautical mile range is created in part by its slender hull and large fuel capacity. Fuel capacity is a substantial 6,000 litres (1,585 gal), while freshwater capacity is 1,000 litres (264 gal).
The yacht also incorporates two independent fuel tanks with transfer capability, twin engines, and shaft lines. Two separate engine rooms, positioned aft and accessible directly from the deck, provide approximately 15 square metres (161 square feet) of dedicated machinery space. The separation of the engine rooms from the main accommodation is also intended to reduce engine noise while onboard while still providing easy access for routine servicing and maintenance. The wide engine spacing, along with a bow thruster, also helps with manoeuvring in confined spaces.
"Our brief was to offer the space and stability of a 60-foot catamaran with the range of a true bluewater cruiser, while keeping her easy to handle for an owner couple," said Olivier Racoupeau of Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design.
"The P60 is a genuine luxury passagemaker, designed for offshore cruising from the very first line and fully in keeping with Oyster's long-standing DNA," said Racoupeau in the company's launch announcement."
With its 60-foot floorplan, the P60 boasts a massive 121 square metres (1,302 square feet) of living space across four areas: the flybridge, aft cockpit, saloon, and forward cockpit.
The 33 square metre (355 sq ft) flybridge features a central helm station, bar, lounge seating, and an elevated forward daybed beneath a hardtop. The arrangement allows the owner to operate the yacht while remaining connected with guests and family, rather than being separated from the main social areas.
The aft cockpit offers another 40 square metres (431 sq ft) of usable space. The area can be configured for outdoor dining and entertaining, converted into a sea-facing sunpad, or arranged for fishing and watersports.
A hydraulic tender platform at the stern doubles as a swimming platform to provide direct access to the water. The yacht also incorporates twin bathing platforms and an integrated passerelle for boarding and going ashore.
Inside, a light-filled saloon with extensive glazing connects the main living areas with the surrounding exterior spaces. The owner's suite measures 18 square metres (194 sq ft) and includes private access to the aft deck.
Buyers can choose between either two or three guest cabins, with a choice of galley-up or galley-down floorplans. Optional crew accommodations are also available, allowing owners to configure the yacht for extended family cruising or longer periods aboard with additional guests. Notable options include solar panels mounted on the hardtop and a lithium battery bank to reduce reliance on the generator and provide quieter operation while at anchor.
The forward cockpit provides a separate outdoor retreat, while open foredeck trampolines allow water to pass through the forward sections of the catamaran.
The company says owners of the new P60 will also gain access to the same ownership support and services available to purchasers of its sailing yachts. The company's customer service package includes assistance throughout the build, delivery, and commissioning process, training through the Oyster Bluewater Academy, ongoing technical support from its After Sales team, and access to its Global Service Network. Owners can also participate in Oyster Explorers Club activities, regattas and international owner events, including the Oyster World Rally - its global circumnavigation spanning 27,000 nautical miles and 27 destinations.
Zschocke said the company's ownership network is an important part of the P60 proposition.
"Just as importantly, P60 owners will have access to the entire Oyster owner ecosystem, from delivery and commissioning to training, after-sales support, and our global owner community events, including the Oyster World Rally. We look forward to welcoming P60 owners into the Oyster family," he said.
The P60 will appeal particularly to the North American market, where flybridge cruisers, offshore fishing yachts, and other large cruisers represent popular choices in places like Florida, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean.
Oyster P60 – Specifications
LOA: 63'9" (19.42 m)
Beam: 30'8" (9.35 m)
Draft: 5'7" (1.70 m)
Bridgedeck clearance (half load): 3'3" (1.00 m)
Target range: 3,500 nautical miles
Fuel capacity: 1,585 US gallons (6,000 litres)
Freshwater capacity: 264 US gallons (1,000 litres)
Total social living space: 1,302 sq. ft. (121 m²)
Flybridge: 355 sq. ft. (33 m²)
Aft cockpit: 431 sq. ft. (40 m²)
Owner's suite: 194 sq. ft. (18 m²)
Accommodation: Central owner's suite, two or three guest cabins and optional crew quarters.
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