About Astus Boats

The Astus concept was first executed in the form of the Astus 20.1 trailerable trimaran which, following the development of several prototypes, went into production in the Summer of 2005. During the first year 7 boats left the Astus Boats boatyard and today 73 of the 20.1 models are sailing in France and further afield.

Following the success of the 20.1, Astus Boats expanded their production capabilities during the next two years.  In 2008, following critical acclaim, Astus Boats developed a distribution network, both in France and abroad, and introduced a new model in the range - the Astus 22 - of which 37 have been built. At the time of the 2009 Paris International Boat Show, Astus Boats presented a new generation of its 20 foot trimarans, the Astus 20.2, designed by Philippe Roulin (Perspective Yacht Design). Astus further enhanced its polyester manufacturing capabilities, going on to produce a total of 112 examples of the popular 20.2 model. During 2010, the first day-boat of the range appeared in the form of the new Astus 18.2. Often called “little brother” of the Astus 20.2,  37 Astus 18.2 trimarans have been built.

In 2011, Astus Boats took further control of its production standards and responsiveness by integrating the polyester manufacturing of hulls in-house in a new production unit in Brech, Britanny. All production and tools are now produced in-house. 2012 was a transition year with the release of more specialised versions of the Astus 20.2 (infusion shell, carbon mat) and the development of the its polyester workshop to incorporate infusion technology.

In 2013, Astus Boats made its first foray in the motor boat market with the introduction of the Bay Dream 5.5 hybrid, a simple, low cost boat, which serves primarily as a leisure platform. This was followed in 2014 by the launch of the then flagship of the Astus range, the Astus 24. Designed as more of a cruiser than previous  models, this boat was nominated for the European Yacht of the Year 2015 and opened the international market for Astus boats.

2016 saw the start of the current of collaboration with famed architect firm, VPLP, launching Astus Boats into a new era of even faster and more modern boats.  The exciting Astus 16.5 was the first result - a new improved model with a more contemporary shape and a sportier line, coupled with harmonious curves and narrow water entry. The second boat of the VPLP range, the Astus 20.5, followed in 2018 - the model ushered in a new generation of the 20.2 and has already proved exceptionally popular, selling over 120 examples to date. The latest Astus yacht, the Astus 22.5, was launched in 2021 to critical acclaim, being shortlisted for European Yacht of the Year 2023. The 22.5 looks certain to emulate the previous bigger Astus yachts due to its elegant lines and innovative design features.

The Small Yacht Company's sister business, Boats on Wheels, became a UK dealer for Astus Boats in 2020 and quickly took delivery of an Astus 20.5 demonstrator. In 2021 Boats on Wheels became Astus' top dealer worldwide, an accolade that it extended into 2022, showing the popularity of the new Astus VPLP range with British customers. The Small Yacht Company is pleased to be able to offer the largest two yachts in the Astus range.