Leo Messi is adding a new Sunreef ULTIMA 88 to his MIM Ocean fleet, bringing one of the yard’s most contemporary catamarans into the Balearic Islands lifestyle.
The yacht is currently under construction at Sunreef Yachts’ shipyard in the UAE, with a layout shaped around family time, privacy and direct connection to the sea.
For a figure used to living under constant attention, the choice feels less like a status gesture and more like a carefully considered retreat.
At a glance
- Leo Messi has ordered a Sunreef ULTIMA 88 luxury catamaran for his MIM Ocean fleet in the Balearic Islands.
- The yacht will feature four guest cabins, a full-beam master suite, Sunreef’s Ocean Lounge, a jet ski garage and a generous flybridge.
- The ULTIMA 88 is under construction at Sunreef Yachts’ UAE shipyard and will be powered by twin 1,000 HP engines.
A private catamaran for the Balearics
Messi’s ULTIMA 88 is being built for the MIM Ocean fleet, which operates in the Balearic Islands and offers guests an elevated experience at sea.
That setting matters, because the yacht’s appeal sits naturally with the rhythm of island cruising, quiet anchorages, long lunches on deck and days shaped by the water rather than a fixed itinerary.
Sunreef’s catamarans have become especially relevant for owners who want space without moving into conventional superyacht proportions.
The ULTIMA 88 follows that logic with a broad platform, a low and sleek profile, and a layout intended to make the sea feel close from almost every social area.
Ocean Lounge living and family-focused space
Accommodation is arranged around four guest cabins, creating private areas for family and friends on board.
The full-beam master suite gives the owner a quieter retreat, with the kind of scale that suits longer stays rather than occasional day cruising.
One of the defining features is Sunreef Yachts’ Ocean Lounge, a waterside social zone designed for swimming, water sports and open-air lounging with uninterrupted sea views.
A dedicated jet ski garage keeps equipment ready without cluttering the decks, while the yacht’s outdoor lounging areas and large flybridge add room for exercise, sun, dining and relaxed time in the open air.
Messi has described spending time at sea as part of his family life, and the ULTIMA 88 appears tailored to exactly that use, with comfort and privacy taking priority over spectacle.
Twin 1,000 HP engines and a sleek Sunreef profile
The ULTIMA 88 will run with twin 1,000 HP engines, giving the catamaran a performance brief centred on speed and manoeuvrability.
That power sits within a yacht designed to feel intuitive, open and adaptable, rather than formal or overcomplicated.
Sunreef Founder and CEO Francis Lapp framed Messi’s entry into the brand’s owner community around freedom and time with family, a point that neatly matches the yacht’s purpose.
Messi also joins a wider circle of high-profile Sunreef owners, including athletes drawn to the Polish-founded yacht builder’s mix of craftsmanship, innovation and ocean-focused living.
Details & Specifications
| Builder | Sunreef Yachts |
|---|---|
| Model | ULTIMA 88 |
| Yacht type | Luxury catamaran |
| Owner | Leo Messi |
| Fleet | MIM Ocean fleet |
| Operating region | Balearic Islands |
| Build location | Sunreef Yachts shipyard in the UAE |
| Status | Under construction |
| Engines | Twin 1,000 HP engines |
| Accommodation | Four guest cabins and a full-beam master suite |
| Key features | Ocean Lounge, jet ski garage, expansive outdoor lounging areas and generous flybridge |
The ULTIMA 88 gives Messi a yacht that feels aligned with how modern luxury is increasingly defined, not by display alone, but by privacy, flexibility and the freedom to disappear offshore with the people who matter most.
