ANDROMEDA and Garcia Yachts’ Explocat 52 signal a new wave of long-range cruising
Aluminium builds, ocean-grade safety, and liveaboard-ready layouts are redefining high-latitude and tropical cruising with the Explocat 52 leading the charge.
Lead A new generation of bluewater catamarans is reshaping the cruising market in 2025. Aluminium-built, CE Category A (Ocean) certified, and designed for extended voyages, models like Garcia Yachts’ Explocat 52 are attracting serious cruisers, charter operators and long-term liveaboards. At the forefront of this surge is ANDROMEDA, a 2025 Explocat 52 listed by Yacht Zoo, illustrating how design, safety and autonomy converge to change what’s possible on long-range passages.
Discover our catamaran for sale ANDROMEDA’s and her new price: EUR 2,790,000 (reduced from EUR 3,100 ,000).
Market context: Why 2025 feels different
Safety and certification as selling points: Buyers increasingly insist on CE Category A (Ocean) ratings, which signal the ability to handle demanding routes in high latitudes and rough seas. ANDROMEDA sets a real standard as a compact, liveaboard-friendly package.
Aluminium durability, with efficiency: Aluminium hulls offer corrosion resistance, light-weight strength and predictable maintenance for extended bluewater passages. This aligns with growing demand for long-range reliability in a climate of fluctuating fuel costs and extended cruising seasons.
Liveaboard comfort meets offshore capability: Sailors and charterers want interiors which don’t sacrifice safety or performance. The Explocat 52’s multi-cabin layout, full-beam Master and professional-grade galley balance social living with serious offshore practicality.
Market shift: The appetite for purpose-built, long-range catamarans is expanding beyond private owners to experienced charter operators and expedition-focused buyers seeking a platform capable of both high-latitude exploration and tropical cruising.
MORE ABOUT ANDROMEDA
Builder and model: Garcia Yachts Explocat 52 (2025)
Construction: Aluminium
Dimensions and comfort: 16.95 m length, 8.2 m beam; three cabins for six guests; full-beam master; dedicated crew cabin; panoramic salon; U-shaped galley; dedicated chart table; full air conditioning
Safety and performance: CE Category A (Ocean) rating; dual helm stations; protected forward cockpit; twin Volvo Penta 75 HP engines for long-range autonomy
Price and readiness: EUR 2,790,000 and turnkey !
Why it stands out: ANDROMEDA showcases how a modern Explocat 52 can pair ocean-certified safety and offshore capability with liveaboard comfort and social spaces, making it attractive to serious cruisers, couples living aboard, and small-charter operations.
What buyers and brokers should know in this market
Look for ocean-certification that matches your cruising plans: If you’re aiming for high-latitude passages or active tropical seasons, a CE Category A rating is a practical benchmark.
Prioritize hull material and propulsion for offshore reliability: Aluminium hulls paired with capable diesels or high-horsepower propulsion systems tend to deliver better long-range performance and easier maintenance in remote regions.
Value of liveaboard-ready layouts: A panoramic salon, master suite, and a crew cabin expand cruising options from private exploration to expedition-style charters.
Broker support matters: A dedicated broker with experience in long-range catamarans can streamline viewing, negotiation, and delivery timelines.
How to learn more and take the next step
ANDROMEDA is listed by Yachtzoo. Learn more and arrange a viewing with our sales team.
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