BLUE, FOR A GREENER FUTURE
Grand Soleil BLUE is the new 33-foot daysailer by Cantiere del Pardo — a yacht designed to simplify sailing and offer a stylish, enjoyable experience on the water.
Elegant, fast, and incredibly easy to handle even solo, BLUE is perfect for day trips or weekend escapes. A modern weekender that brings sailing back to its purest form: freedom, simplicity, and a direct connection with the water.
Born from the collaboration between Matteo Polli (naval architecture), Nauta Design (interior and exterior design), and NL Comp (pioneers in sustainable materials), Grand Soleil BLUE is also the first 100% recyclable production sailboat made in Italy. A project where refined design meets environmental responsibility through advanced technologies and low-impact solutions.
Every design choice reflects a clear vision: to create a beautiful, lightweight, and immediate yacht — ready to enjoy in your free time, with no waiting, no constraints.
An invitation to rediscover the true pleasure of sailing, at your own pace.
For those who prefer, it will also be available with a traditional laminated hull and an internal combustion engine.
PIONEERING DESIGN UNVEILED
How this has been achieved? By pursing several groundbreaking design and construction methodologies:
- 1. Sustainable construction
The Grand Soleil BLUE, built with the Composite® technology developed by Italian startup NIcomp, marks a breakthrough in boat construction through the use of thermoplastic resin, a choice that aims to solve one of the most significant problems in the marine industry: end-of-life disposal. - 2. Thermoplastic sails
The sails are made from thermoplastic materials, further committing to reducing environmental impact, Developed by OneSails, the 4T FORTET™ sails are the world’s first “green sails”.’. Their membranes and assembly process are designed to meet the highest standards in terms of environmental impact and recyclability. Traditional glues, resins, and solvents have been replaced with an innovative hot-melt process, while the base polymer is 100% recyclable through standard waste disposal methods. - 3. Design for disassembly
A smart design approach allows easy separation of boat accessories and components, similar to end-of-life practices in the automotive industry. This critical process ensures that every part of the Grand Soleil BLUE can be effectively disassembled and recycled, minimizing environmental impact. - 4. Solar panels
The installation of solar panels provides renewable energy autonomy by recharging the battery bank feeding the electric motor and supports onboard services. With the standard battery pack, the Grand Soleil BLUE can cruise for 30 nautical miles at approximately 5 knots, translating to 6 hours of continuous motor operation or 12 hours with the doubled battery pack. The integrated photovoltaic system, made by Solbian with around 340 W of power, is fully incorporated into the deckhouse, walkable, and features a non-slip finish. This system not only recharges the motor battery but also transfers excess energy to the service battery bank, ensuring optimal charge balancing for overall energy efficiency. - 5. Electric propulsion
A 6 kW electric motor with a direct Pod Drive transmission from E-Propulsion. This compact, low-maintenance solution ensures absolute silence onboard and a plug-and-play installation. Ideal for zero-emission navigation, it promotes a more sustainable future by reducing environmental impact. - 6. Hydrogeneration
While sailing, the E-Propulsion Pod Drive motor efficiently recharges the Grand Soleil BLUE’s batteries through hydrogeneration – the flow of water generated by the propeller’s movement as the boat sails. This system ensures a minimum recharge of 240 W even at a speed of about 6 knots. - 7. Lithium batteries
The Grand Soleil BLUE will be equipped with an 8 kW, 48 V lithium battery bank (LiFePO4) from E-Propulsion, which can be recharged in 7.2 hours. This is the standard configuration, but the storage capacity can be doubled without increasing charging time, as the charger compensates for the larger battery capacity, maintaining the same recharge time.
Convertible interiors. From day to night, with a touch
The interiors of the Grand Soleil BLUE reflect the project’s essential and refined vision: bright spaces, clean lines, and natural, functional materials. The layout, understated yet welcoming, is designed to adapt seamlessly to different moments of the day.
Thanks to a modular system of cushions and surfaces, the space effortlessly transitions from the Day configuration—perfect for relaxation, reading or socializing—to the Night setup, comfortably accommodating up to four people without compromising on comfort or style.
Every detail has been carefully crafted to offer an authentic onboard experience, in perfect balance between functionality and Italian design.
A GREENER SET-UP
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Overall length
11.3 m – 37.07 ft
Hull length
9.99 m – 32.8 ft
Max beam
3.70 m – 12 ft
Displacement
3.5 t – 7716 lb
Ballast
1.2 t – 2645.5 lb
ENGINES
E-propulsion POD DRIVE 6.0 EVO (6KW)
Solar energy system
340 w nominal power
Engine power capacity
8 kw std.
+ 8 kw opt.
Water tank
70 lt – 18.5 gal
AutonomY*
30 NM (at 5kn of speed)
60 NM with 2 batt.
*Autonomy is subject to the speed of navigation, the variability of meteorological and marine conditions, and the load (people and objects).
Hydrogeneration System
240 w at 6 kn of speed
Systems power capacity
190 Ah (std.)
+ 190 Ah (power pack opt.)
Draft std.
2.2 m – 5.9 ft
Gennaker area
100 m² – 1076.4 ft²
Mainsail area
38 m² – 409 ft²
Self taking jib
26 m² – 279.86 ft²
Shallow draft
1.8 m – 7.22 ft
Code 0 area
60 m² – 645.83 ft²
Berths
2 + 2
ABOUT THE GS BLUE:
Naval architecture: Matteo Polli
Exterior, Interior Design and GA: Nauta Design
Shipyard: Cantiere del Pardo
The project is co-financed by the Emilia-Romagna region as part of the PR-ERDF 2021/2027 program – Action 1.1.1 – Call for experimental research and development projects
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