Excess Catamarans is a brand of catamarans born from a passion for the sea and a desire to innovate in the world of sailing. Part of the Beneteau Group, Excess designs and builds modern and connected catamarans that combine comfort, thrills, and aesthetics for a new generation of sailors seeking strong sailing sensations and adventurous lifestyles.

The brand was created to respond to the evolving expectations of sailors who want dynamic, sleek, and tall-rigged multihulls that bring both excitement under sail and comfort on board. Excess catamarans are designed by the renowned naval architect team VPLP and built in French shipyards, embodying a spirit of quality, innovation, and refined style.

Excess places great emphasis on intelligent, straightforward solutions to provide necessary on-board comfort while reducing environmental impact. The brand continuously integrates sustainable practices such as bio-sourced resins and natural fibers like hemp in its composites. Their R&D efforts include innovative projects like electric propulsion prototypes that demonstrate their commitment to sustainability in sailing.

Starting with models like the Excess 12 and Excess 15, the first-generation Excess catamarans set new standards with features such as dual helm stations for direct steering sensations and bold, elegant designs tailored for offshore living and adventure. The Excess tribe unites owners, partners, and enthusiasts who actively collaborate and co-create the future of these catamarans through platforms like Excess Lab.

Excess Catamarans is headquartered in France, being part of the Beneteau Group, a major global player in the nautical industry recognized for its innovation, sustainability efforts, and extensive expertise in boat building spanning many decades.