# Amphibious Crab-Like Catamarans The 'Pagurus' Catamaran is Unexpected By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-01-04 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pagurus-catamaran References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/01/04/this-crab-inspired-catamaran-is-a-luxurious-solar-powered-beast-that-runs-on-water-as-well-as-land/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [lazzarinidesignstudio](https://www.lazzarinidesignstudio.com/pagurus) The 'Pagurus' catamaran has been designed by the [Lazzarini Design Studio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/embryon-speed-boat) as an unexpectedly capable vessel that would provide explorers with a way to enjoy time on the water as well as on dry land. The vessel is nicknamed the 'Crabamaran' thanks to its ability to be right at home on both the water and dry land thanks to the helical spiral flange on the hull. Powered by twin 890 horsepower diesel engines, the vessel is capable of achieving a top speed of 24 knots and features a set of [solar panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fng-sng) on top that are capable of generating energy for charging the onboard batteries for leisure cruising at five knots. The 'Pagurus' catamaran could easily traverse on sand or mud at a speed of 30km/h to make it great for exploring a range of territories. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Amphibious Watercraft:** Innovative catamarans with dual functionality for water and land exploration. - **Eco-friendly Energy Generation:** Integration of solar panels for power generation in recreational watercraft. - **Off-road Boats:** Development of amphibious boats capable of navigating both water and a range of land terrains. ### Where This Applies - **Recreational Boating:** Opportunities for manufacturers to introduce environmentally friendly, multi-functional vessels to attract new recreational boaters. - **Off-road Vehicles:** Innovative catamarans with dual functionality may open up new opportunities for companies producing off-road vehicles. - **Tourism:** Amphibious catamarans may create new tourism experiences by enabling exploration of previously inaccessible coastal regions and beaches. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inflatable Two-Level Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portless-catamaran.md) - [Transforming Camper Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pol-luxe.md) - [Expansive Carbon Hull Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laniakea-86ft-catamaran.md) - [Folding Electric Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iziboat.md) - [Opulent Catamaran Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunreef-55-ultima.md) - [Autonomous Electric Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/callboats-cat-10l.md) - [Hydrodynamic Avian-Inspired Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wakinyan-catamaran-yacht.md) - [Hybrid Propulsion Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunreef-zero-cat.md) - [Sleek Superyacht-Like Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcconaghy-mc115.md)