Restoration: Creating Delos 2.0
From design to reality, VETUS shares updates from YouTubers SV Delos and their exciting, catamaran build
Photos courtesy of Brian and Karin Trautman at SV Delos.
VETUS, the leading developer of onboard boat systems, is delighted to share the latest developments from the acclaimed YouTube stars, Brian and Karin Trautman of SV Delos, as they continue work on their ambitious project to build Delos 2.0, a custom-designed aluminum catamaran, crafted for comfort, resilience, and sustainability.
The SV Delos core crew of Brian, from Arizona, Swede Karin and their daughter, Sierra, stand out as one of the world’s top sailing YouTubers. Brian, who is a former electrical engineer, used his knowledge to make various improvements to Delos and appreciates the VETUS reputation for reliability, ease of use, and innovation.
“This project is one of our biggest adventures ever, and it is essential for us that we do not compromise on the quality, efficiency, and reliability of the systems we install,” Brian Tautman says.
This expeditionary catamaran is being custom-built with sustainability and long-term cruising in mind. Features such as a large solar array, rainwater collection system, and low-maintenance exterior will help make the vessel as eco-conscious as possible. The new Delos Explorer 53 will include a hybrid-electric propulsion system, and VETUS is playing a vital role in supplying essential components, including the propeller shaft, shaft seal, seawater strainers, exhaust system, and soundproofing, along with a Maxwell RC12 windlass for reliable anchoring.
As construction has progressed, the team’s recent focus has shifted to the interior. The port-side hull is in the process of being transformed from an aluminum shell into a fully functional living space, with walls and beds now installed. With Karin’s expertise in modelling, the team began visualizing how their new home on the water would feel. This shift in mindset has led to faster progress, as the team makes important decisions on layout and design. Now a year into the build, the team has made remarkable progress and the interior work is now advancing rapidly, bringing Delos 2.0 closer to its planned 2026 launch.
Throughout the process, the VETUS team in Australia has been instrumental, providing not just high quality products, but also expert installation advice and hands on technical support. Their in-depth guidance has ensured each component is properly installed, fully optimized, and seamlessly integrated, laying the foundation for reliable and efficient onboard systems.
“No matter the challenge, from exhaust systems to toilets, blackwater tanks, and everything in between, the team at VETUS has consistently provided smart, high-quality solutions tailored to our needs. The product quality has been exceptional, and we couldn’t be happier with both the support and results,” Brian shares.
