On the Horizon

HH44 PARALLEL HYBRID

he HH44 sits in a sweet spot at the center of the two axes of ideal yacht design: performance versus comfort; safety versus innovation. Despite the sporty look of its reverse sheer bows, elegantly sculpted cabintrunk and a sailplan with options to spare, the boat also offers the comfort and quality sailors have long come to expect from veteran builder HH Catamarans. Construction is in carbon and epoxy, deck hatches are mounted flush and lines are led to the helms under the deck in the interest of freedom of movement. An enclosed aft cockpit makes for a secure space for both living aboard and operating the boat. Closeable, dropdown transoms and unobstructed side decks, which serve to reduce tripping hazards, complete the safety package. On the technology side, the HH44 boasts a parallel hybrid propulsion system, providing owners all the benefits of electric power (like silent motoring