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Fountaine Pajot is one of the world’s premier catamaran builders, with a history stretching back to 1976 when the company was founded by Jean-François Fountaine and Yves Pajot in La Rochelle, on France’s Atlantic coast. Both founders were accomplished competitive sailors — Fountaine a multihull racer, Pajot a veteran of the French offshore racing scene — and their competitive DNA has informed every catamaran the company has built in the five decades since.
The company’s headquarters and primary manufacturing facility are in Aigrefeuille-d’Aunis, approximately 20 km from La Rochelle, where over 700 employees build both sailing and power catamarans. Fountaine Pajot is publicly listed on Euronext Growth under the ticker ALFPC — one of only two publicly listed catamaran manufacturers alongside the Catana Group (Bali) — providing financial transparency and accountability unusual in the yacht industry.
Fountaine Pajot’s sailing catamaran range currently includes the Isla 40, Elba 45, Aura 51, and the flagship Thira 63. The power catamaran range — marketed as Fountaine Pajot Motor Yachts — includes models from 37 to 67 feet. Each model is designed by Berret-Racoupeau, the naval architecture firm that has shaped FP’s hull lines for over two decades, creating forms that prioritise sailing performance and seaworthiness without sacrificing interior volume.
Build quality is Fountaine Pajot’s strongest competitive differentiator. The company uses vacuum-infused vinylester resin construction with PVC foam core — a process that produces lighter, stiffer, and more consistent laminates than hand layup. Interior joinery is finished to a standard that regularly draws favourable comparisons with more expensive semi-custom builders. The ‘Maestro’ owner’s version layout — available on most models — provides a full-beam master suite with direct access to the forward cockpit or bow terrace, a feature that elevates the ownership experience.
FP competes primarily with Lagoon (Groupe Beneteau) and Bali (Catana Group) in the production sailing catamaran segment. Where Lagoon dominates on volume and brand recognition, and Bali leads on design innovation, Fountaine Pajot occupies the quality-and-performance middle ground: better sailing characteristics than most competitors, superior build quality, and refined interior design. The company has built over 3,500 catamarans since 1976, and its boats are a common sight in charter fleets throughout the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and South Pacific.
The typical Fountaine Pajot buyer values build quality, sailing performance, and the assurance of a long-established French manufacturer with public-company governance. FP owners tend to be experienced sailors who cross-shop with Lagoon and Bali but choose FP for the tangible difference in construction quality and on-water handling.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fountaine Pajot
Where are Fountaine Pajot catamarans built?
Fountaine Pajot catamarans are built at the company's factory in Aigrefeuille-d'Aunis, near La Rochelle on France's Atlantic coast. Over 700 employees manufacture both sailing and power catamarans at this facility. The company is publicly listed on Euronext Growth under the ticker ALFPC.
What is the Maestro layout?
The Maestro layout is Fountaine Pajot's owner's version, available on most models. It provides a full-beam master suite in the port hull with direct access to the forward cockpit or bow terrace. The layout typically includes a larger bathroom, walk-in wardrobe, and more generous sleeping area compared to the standard charter-oriented cabin configurations.
How does Fountaine Pajot compare to Lagoon?
Lagoon (Groupe Beneteau) leads the catamaran market in volume and brand recognition with the widest model range. Fountaine Pajot differentiates on build quality, sailing performance, and interior fit-and-finish. FP uses vacuum-infused vinylester construction (lighter and stiffer), while Lagoon uses hand-laid polyester on some models. FP catamarans generally sail better to windward and have a more refined interior finish. Lagoon offers more layout options and a larger dealer network. Both brands hold value well.
Is Fountaine Pajot a public company?
Yes. Fountaine Pajot S.A. is listed on Euronext Growth under the ticker ALFPC. It is one of only two publicly listed catamaran manufacturers alongside the Catana Group (Bali Catamarans, ticker CATG). The public listing provides financial transparency and governance standards that privately held competitors cannot match.
What types of catamarans does Fountaine Pajot build?
Fountaine Pajot builds both sailing and power catamarans. The sailing range currently includes the Isla 40, Elba 45, Aura 51, and Thira 63. The power catamaran range — marketed as Fountaine Pajot Motor Yachts — spans from 37 to 67 feet. All models are designed by naval architects Berret-Racoupeau.