A power catamaran at the smaller end of the show
Barcelona International Boat Show’s 14–18 October 2026 catalogue lists the Aquila 36 Sport among the power catamarans at Marina Port Vell. Aquila Marine gives the production model a length of 10.96 metres and a beam of 4.45 metres, firmly within Leisure Boat Guide’s under-12-metre coverage. The broad hull platform makes the boat worth comparing with narrower monohull sports cruisers of similar length.
Although the vessel is relatively short, its beam can make a significant difference when searching for a suitable marina berth or trailer transport solution. The twin-hull layout also creates different handling and accommodation possibilities; buyers should assess those qualities alongside the operating costs and access arrangements in their usual cruising region.
Twin Mercury outboards and optional foil assistance
Aquila’s specification lists twin Mercury Verado 300-horsepower outboards with joystick piloting. The manufacturer also offers higher-power options and an optional Hydro Glide foil system, for which it makes an efficiency-improvement claim of up to forty per cent under suitable circumstances. Such figures depend on configuration and conditions and should not be treated as guaranteed savings for every owner.
The published fuel capacity of approximately 1,250 litres is substantial for a boat of this length, but endurance still depends on load, cruising speed and sea state. An owner should request performance results from the exact propulsion and foil configuration under consideration before committing to extended routes.
Two independent cabins for longer weekends
One distinctive feature is the ability to accommodate guests in two private cabins with their own bathroom facilities. The builder’s technical information lists two cabins and two heads, helping the boat serve overnight use rather than merely daytime entertaining. In the cockpit, flexible seating connects with a substantial outdoor relaxation area, including a forward seating space.
The two-hull arrangement can provide separation that suits couples or a family travelling together. Yet personal comfort depends on ventilation, access to berths and the layout of the galley and shared spaces. Visitors should inspect the exact boat rather than assume every optional configuration appears on the display example.
A useful comparison at Port Vell
The 36 Sport can be configured for different uses, with Aquila discussing cruising, fishing and diving arrangements. These are not interchangeable in every respect: gear storage, seating and safety requirements may change with the intended activities. A properly specified diving boat could differ considerably from one designed mainly around lunch stops.
Barcelona gives potential buyers an opportunity to inspect the twin-hull approach alongside conventional sportsboats. Its presence at the show is not a claim of a 2026 model premiere. Berth width, maintenance access and actual underway behaviour deserve priority over headline passenger-capacity numbers. Its two private sleeping areas are particularly useful when guests do not all follow the same daily routine. A buyer should also note the considerable difference between the number of people allowed aboard in calm sheltered waters and the certification limit for an exposed offshore passage.