JOOOL Powers U.S. Debuts of Fountaine Pajot New 44 and Leopard 52 at Annapolis Sailboat Show
- Tess Smallridge
- 5 days ago
- 2 min read
Annapolis, MD – October 6, 2025 – Two world-class catamarans, the Fountaine Pajot New 44 and the Leopard 52, both equipped with JOOOL’s integrated energy management and electric propulsion system, will hold their North American premieres at this year’s Annapolis Sailboat Show.
After successful debuts at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2025, these next-generation catamarans now come to the American stage, showcasing how smart energy management can transform the cruising experience.
JOOOL is more than a concept; it’s already a proven solution. More than 20 JOOOL-powered boats are now in successful charter service around the world, delivering quiet, emission-free, and reliable energy to sailors and guests alike. And in a sign of the industry’s recognition, two JOOOL-equipped yachts, the Fountaine Pajot New 41 and the Leopard 52, have been nominated for the prestigious European Yacht of the Year awards.
Designed from the ground up to optimize comfort, safety, and sustainability, JOOOL’s system provides:
Complete onboard energy management from propulsion to house loads
Software-optimized configuration that balances efficiency and performance
Power-smart monitoring and control accessible via intuitive interfaces
Quiet, emission-free operation for a more enjoyable time on the water
“American sailors and cruisers are looking for freedom from the noise, hassle, and pollution of traditional onboard power systems. JOOOL delivers exactly that: clean, intelligent energy for life at sea,” said Jeremy Benichou, Head of Sales at JOOOL.
“At Leopard Catamarans, our customers expect innovation, reliability, and comfort,” said Franck Bauguil, Senior VP of Ownership and Product Development for Sunsail, Moorings and Leopard Catamarans. “JOOOL allows us to deliver a next-generation energy system that meets those expectations while supporting a more sustainable future on the water. We’re proud to showcase the Leopard 52 with JOOOL at Annapolis as part of our commitment to smarter, cleaner cruising.”
Visitors to the Annapolis Sailboat Show can experience the JOOOL-powered Fountaine Pajot New 44 and Leopard 52 from October 9–13, 2025 at City Dock, Annapolis.
NOTE: Please contact Tess Smallridge tess@bluenoteagency.com / +1 (970) 417-0697 to schedule an interview or system tour onboard one of the yachts. We invite you to attend the Leopard press conference, 5:30pm, Friday, October 10.
