At ORC, innovation meets exploration. We are proud to announce that Malcolm Wood (entrepreneur, explorer, and athlete) has joined us as an official ORC Brand Ambassador.
A partnership built on performance and adventure
Known for pushing limits in every field he embraces, Malcolm co-designed with our design team the all-new ORC 57 ADV. This Adventure version of our performance cruising catamaran has been conceived for exploration, speed, and endurance.
- Ultra-lightweight composite construction
- Expedition-ready features for long-range voyages
- Sleek, efficient design delivering both performance and strength
A catamaran capable of blending high-performance sailing with real-world expedition capability.
The ORC 57 ADV: a unique option for true explorers
The ADV (Adventure) version of the ORC 57 is not a distinct model, but a customization option developed in collaboration with Malcolm Wood, Darnet Design, and the ORC team.
This option has been designed to accompany sailors who dream of expeditions and freedom: reinforced equipment, redesigned fittings, increased autonomy, while retaining the high-performance DNA of the ORC 57.
The result is a tailor-made boat with the aim of satisfying the customer in their exploration program.
First encounter with the ORC 57 ADV in Lorient
During his first visit to our shipyard in Lorient, Malcolm shared his excitement in a short video:
First time we’ve seen it all put together… this thing is absolutely immense. With its 57-foot waterline and super narrow wetted area, it’s going to fly with minimal resistance.
He also discovered his custom carbon mast—75 feet long and weighing just over 200 kg Lorima :
I can’t wait for it to be put on the boat in four weeks’ time.
A key milestone in the preparation of his future expedition catamaran.
Adventures ahead
Malcolm’s ORC 57 ADV will soon be sailing the world’s waters with the following program:
- Expeditions in extreme environments
- A unique blend of adventure and performance
With Malcolm Wood, the ORC spirit reaches new horizons: cutting-edge technology fused with human adventure and deep respect for the ocean.
Watch Malcolm’s video from his first visit to the ORC shipyard in Lorient
Download the ORC 57 brochure and discover all the customizable options.
Contact our team to start designing your own ORC catamaran.