Fountaine Pajot has been designing some impressive and unique yachts for years now, and their 2009 Summerland 40 Trawler Cat is no exception. This 40-foot power catamaran isn’t like the typical yachts you see in the water everyday.

Catamarans are a completely different design and made more for long, slow cruises in medium-depth waters. Even still, the market is huge.

The Summerland 40 catamaran was specifically engineered to hold up very well on long cruises. The boat was designed to carry a large family safely, and there is plenty of room onboard to have a family outing chocked full of activities.

One of the most important aspects Fountaine Pajot decided to include on this yacht was a high-tech infusion-composite material for the hull that would result in a very low-maintenance, high-strength and long-lasting body. The design definitely takes a no frills approach, but the care that went into building the Summerland 40 shows the company’s dedication to yachting.

Cruisers can certainly appreciate the way this trawler moves in the water. Not only is it one of the most efficient catamaran models on the market, but the interior of the yacht is comparable to any motoryacht or sportscruiser of the same length. The open space construction provides the equivalent of 60-feet of space aboard a 40-foot vessel.

There are no obstacles onboard the Summerland to contend with. The sheltered cockpit is completely open inside and provides easy access to the expanded flybridge directly behind it. The saloon area of the Summerland is also very practical and modern. Since they’re on the same level, other areas of the ship, like the chef’s galley and dining area, are able to stand alone.

Larger catamarans are certainly known for their space. However, smaller trawlers are sometimes cramped and don’t feature spacious rooms of any type. This is yet another area where the Fountaine Pajot designers really went to work on creating a roomy and comfortable yacht.

This attention to crucial detail is reflected in the larger owner’s suite that features a large bed, a lot of storage space, a bathroom and wonderful views from the large, oval-shaped windows. On the opposite side of the yacht, two smaller suites, perfect for children, offer up twin beds, a shower room and ample storage space, as well as great views.

Fountaine Pajot’s Summerland 40 is also a good choice for environmentally friendly yachters. Because of the unique trawler system on this catamaran, the yacht consumes 40% less fuel while operating. The cutting-edge composite structure and the large size work together to help the boat travel at the same speed over long distances without consuming much power at all.

Summerland isn’t exactly a speedboat. It’s only able to travel at a max speed of 8.7 knots and can cruise at a speed of 7.5. Even still, for family outings on the water, it is a spacious, reliable and eco-friendly yacht.