Gunboat was founded in 2002 by Peter Johnstone, with the vision to design and build fast, comfortable, family-friendly cruising catamarans that utilized the latest in race boat technology. At that time, most cruising catamarans were comfortable but clearly not great performers. On the other side of the spectrum, the performance world had embraced multihulls with one world record after another falling to maxi racing catamarans. Gunboat catamarans are designed for performance, with an emphasis on speed and agility. They feature modern, sleek exterior designs and advanced rigging systems that allow for fast, efficient sailing. The interior design of Gunboat catamarans is typically minimalist and functional, with an emphasis on providing a comfortable living space without compromising on performance. Since 2016, Gunboat operations have benefited from a high level of industry knowledge, build expertise and sound financial backing under the ownership of Grand Large Yachting. Clients receive the best of both worlds: the efficiency gained by the process-driven culture and scale of a recognized industry player, and the boutique craftsmanship of high-tech, semi-custom yacht building. Each Gunboat is unique, built at the 3600 sq meter facility in La Grande-Motte, France.