St Francis Catamarans

St Francis Catamarans St Francis Luxury Blue Water Sailing Catamarans ST FRANCIS MARINE established in 1988, is one of South Africa’s oldest and most prestigious yacht builders.

A small volume production yard that concentrates on quality rather than quantity. All boats manufactured are custom built to owner’s requirements.The St Francis 50 is a blue water sailing catamaran that’s strong, fast, easy to sail and certainly one of the best and safest cruising catamarans available.

Following Rob Brennan’s retirement, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Cal Tomlinson as Chief Executive Offic...
16/01/2026

Following Rob Brennan’s retirement, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Cal Tomlinson as Chief Executive Officer of St Francis Marine.

Cal is a highly experienced marine professional whose career spans yacht construction, project and production management, and professional sailing at the highest level.

He has held senior positions at leading shipyards, including Discovery Yachts (UK), Devonport Yachts (UK), Southern Wind Shipyards, and Two Oceans Marine Manufacturing, bringing extensive expertise in high-end composite construction, export production, and large-scale team leadership.

Cal holds Yacht Master qualifications with both SAS and the RYA, as well as SAMSA Deck Officer certification. He studied marine electrical engineering and later yacht design at Westlawn (USA), and has accumulated decades of hands-on experience across all sectors of the yachting industry.

With approximately 220,000 nautical miles of ocean sailing — largely as skipper — Cal’s sailing achievements include:
• Winner of Rothmans Week 1993 (in a yacht he built).
• Class wins in the Round the Island Race in 2000, 2001, and 2003.
• Class winner of the 2003 Fastnet Race.
• Race crew and engineer aboard the J-Class yacht Velsheda for the 2001 America’s Cup Jubilee.
• IMOCA 60 sail trials in La Rochelle.
• Numerous Atlantic and Indian Ocean passages.

Cal has also made a significant contribution to sailing development as former Commodore of Hermanus Yacht Club and as a national youth sailing coach across multiple international dinghy classes.

Passionate about sailing, innovation, and collaboration, Cal brings strong leadership, technical depth, and a truly international perspective to St Francis Marine as it enters its next chapter.

There was great excitement at the St Francis factory as the whole St Francis team bid bon Voyage to Oasis the first of t...
09/09/2025

There was great excitement at the St Francis factory as the whole St Francis team bid bon Voyage to Oasis the first of the all new St Francis 500's.

25/08/2025

The New SFM 500, Electrical Video.

3 GENERATIONS NEXT TO EACH OTHER.Safari-St Francis 48 is 21 years old.Skimmer-St Francis 50 is 3 years old.Kokoro-The Ne...
09/06/2025

3 GENERATIONS NEXT TO EACH OTHER.

Safari-St Francis 48 is 21 years old.
Skimmer-St Francis 50 is 3 years old.
Kokoro-The New St Francis 46 is 4 months old.

Courtesy of Garth.

Introducing a preview of..The New "St Francis 500" a state-of-the-art catamaran designed for exceptional performance a...
02/06/2025

Introducing a preview of..

The New "St Francis 500" a state-of-the-art catamaran designed for exceptional performance and luxury.

With its sleek design and advanced features, this vessel promises to deliver unparalleled sailing experiences.

Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, the St Francis 500 is set to take you on an unforgettable journey.

07/04/2025

St Francis 460 Hybrid Kokoro departure on its delivery trip

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St. Francis Bay

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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