iLAN

NIGEL IRENS developed the iLAN trimaran concept following experience with sailing racing multihulls. It is based on the use of a slender hull with transverse stability provided by small outer hulls. For a given load the concept offers exceptional fuel economy, speed and comfort.
 
iLAN Voyager is the 21.3m prototype built to demonstrate the advantages of the concept. She provides a comfortable ride at up to 28 knots with a single main engine of just 180kW. She went on to prove her speed, economy and range capability by making a record-breaking un-refuelled voyage around Britain. The 1,568-mile trip was completed in 72 hours at an average of 21.5 knots and required just 2,000 litres of fuel.

The vessel has since worked as a filming platform, able to follow racing yachts at high speed whilst giving a ride smooth enough for still and video photography. She is now operating as a tourist transfer vessel in the Cape Verde islands where she fulfills the need for a small, economical inter-island vessel which can operate in the prevailing rough sea conditions.