Catalina Yachts suspend production

Action on the Start Line - Catalina Yachts Lake Macquarie Rendezvous 2017 © Rod Mackay

Catalina Yachts have announced that it is stopping production after current orders are filled. In a statement by company president Patrick Turner, he cites "short-term financial challenges" and indicates the Florida-based builder will return to production.

Catalina Yachts President Patrick Turner has released this statement:

I want to share an important update directly with those who matter most to this company — our owners, future owners, and the broader sailing community that has supported Catalina for more than 50 years.

We have initiated a temporary production pause while we reorganize key areas of our operation. Like many manufacturers in today's environment, we are navigating short-term financial challenges. Rather than pushing ahead in a way that could compromise quality or consistency, we have chosen to take a responsible pause while we finalize the support needed to move forward stronger.

This decision reflects our commitment to Catalina's long-term health — not just the next boat out of the factory, but the thousands that already exist and the many more still to come.

What This Means for Catalina Owners & Buyers

All existing boat orders remain in place and will be fulfilled.

Our dealer network remains available to assist with sales, service, and warranty matters.

This is not a setback in spirit — it is a reset in structure. Catalina has weathered many challenges over the decades, and each one has made us more resilient. This moment will be no different.

I am deeply grateful for the loyalty and passion of this community. Catalina has never been just a boatbuilder — it is a family of sailors, dreamers, and doers who believe in adventure and independence. That spirit is alive and well.

I will continue to share updates as we move through this transition and return to production with renewed strength.