Football legend Lionel Messi is making waves beyond the pitch with his latest acquisition: a Sunreef ULTIMA 88 luxury catamaran. Currently under construction at Sunreef Yachts’ shipyard in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, the 88-foot motor yacht combines innovative design, exceptional comfort and impressive performance, reflecting the growing appeal of luxury multihull yachts.
The Argentine superstar’s new vessel will join his MiM Ocean yacht charter fleet, based in the Balearic Islands, further expanding his presence in the luxury yachting industry.
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Inside Messi’s Sunreef ULTIMA 88 Luxury Yacht
Designed to offer the elegance of a monohull with the space and stability of a catamaran, the Sunreef ULTIMA 88 represents a sophisticated approach to modern yacht design.
Messi’s customised yacht will feature a spacious full-beam owner's suite and four additional guest cabins, providing luxurious accommodation for family and friends. Expansive outdoor decks and a generous flybridge will offer inviting spaces for relaxation, entertainment and enjoying panoramic sea views.
One of the yacht’s standout features is its Ocean Lounge, a versatile waterside retreat featuring fold-out terraces that create a seamless connection with the sea. A dedicated Jet Ski garage will further enhance the onboard experience, catering to watersports enthusiasts.
Powered by twin 1,000-horsepower engines, the vessel is designed to deliver an impressive combination of speed, manoeuvrability and comfort.
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Sunreef Yachts Attracts Sporting Icons
Messi joins an exclusive group of internationally renowned athletes who have selected Sunreef Yachts, including Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, Fernando Alonso and Nico Rosberg.
The ULTIMA 88 range also reflects the shipyard’s commitment to innovation, offering hybrid propulsion options and integrated solar technology on selected configurations. These advancements highlight the increasing importance of energy-efficient solutions in the luxury yacht market.
A New Chapter for Messi’s MiM Ocean Fleet
The addition of the Sunreef ULTIMA 88 marks a significant expansion of Messi’s MiM Ocean fleet, which currently includes smaller luxury catamarans.
With its distinctive design, generous living spaces and performance-focused engineering, Messi’s latest yacht demonstrates how luxury motor catamarans are reshaping modern yachting, offering owners an exceptional balance of comfort, versatility and life at sea.
For yacht enthusiasts, the Sunreef ULTIMA 88 is another compelling example of the innovation driving the next generation of luxury vessels.
