Nacra Sailing
ActiveOverview
Nacra Sailing International designs, manufactures, and distributes catamaran sailing equipment from its base in the Netherlands. The company produces boats for recreational cruising and competitive racing, including Olympic-level gear.1246
History
Nacra Sailing was founded in 1975 and has operated for five decades in catamaran design and production.246 It is currently owned by Technical Director Peter Vink.2 The company maintains its headquarters in Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands.12
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Nacra 15 (youth racing catamaran) | Olympic and youth class racer | $20,000 - $30,000 |
| Nacra 17 (mixed Olympic catamaran) | Olympic multihull class | $40,000 - $60,000 |
| F16 (high-performance beach cat) | Formula 16 racing | $15,000 - $25,000 |
| Inter 18 (seaside sports catamaran) | Recreational and club racing | $25,000 - $35,000 |
| Nacra Play (fun beach catamaran) | Entry-level recreational sailing | $10,000 - $15,000 |
Manufacturing
Nacra Sailing handles design, manufacturing, and distribution of its catamarans in-house at its facility in Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands.12
Notable Products
- Nacra 17 - Foiling catamaran used in Olympic mixed multihull events.
- Nacra 15 - Youth and development class catamaran for racing.
- F16 - Lightweight beach catamaran for Formula 16 racing.
- Inter 18 - Versatile catamaran for seaside sailing and club races.
- Nacra Play - Accessible beach catamaran for recreational use.
Reputation
Nacra Sailing is recognized among sailors for its long-standing expertise in catamaran innovation, particularly in Olympic and youth racing classes.4 Enthusiasts value the performance and durability of its designs for both competition and recreation.26 The brand maintains a niche presence in the shipbuilding industry with a small team.2
Sources (7)
- https://nacrasailing.com/contact
- https://rocketreach.co/nacra-sailing-profile_b444acb7fa8dbf61
- https://www.multihulls-world.com/annuaire/catamaran-trimaran/chantier/nacra-sailing-international
- https://nacrasailing.com/about-us
- https://nacrasailing.com/styleguide/fixed-content/maps
- https://nacrasailing.com
- https://www.nacra15class.com/about-nacra-sailing/