By Maarten Janssen

Arcadia Yachts, situated on the shores of the Mediterranean sea, is a new company, building yachts between 75’ and 175’. Their style is innovative, yet simple and clean. The yard is currently finishing their first yacht, the Arcadia 85, which is due for launch anytime soon.

The yacht's deckhouse is constructed almost entirely out of double layered reflecting glass, creating a bright and open interior. When needed, sliding overhead pannels provide shade, and privacy.

The interior of the 85 will feature pieces of modern furniture by well known Italian design houses, such as B&B Italia, and Schiffini. The 23.97 metre yacht has a displacement of 55 tons, and is powered by twin MAN diesels.

A few months after the launch of the first 85, Arcadia Yachts is set to launch the 115. The 115 is a two deck design, with some unusual features, such as the foredeck dedicated to guests, which houses a Jacuzzi, surounded by sun pads. The yacht's main tender is stored in a garage in the stern of the yacht, leaving the upper and aft decks open for guests.

The final model Arcadia have presented, is the stylish 135. The 135 is due for a spring 2010 launch.

Arcadia yachts are constructed using an assembling system, as seen in the automotive industry. This results in lower building time and costs, and also in a lower purchasing price for the client. In a recent conversation with SYT, the yard announced that their yachts will be as environmentally friendly as possible. The shape of the hulls require low powered engines, whilst solar panels are used to recharge batteries, which in turn power the hybrid propulsion system. This hybrid system can provide speeds up to 8 knots, in total silence.

Arcadia Yachts
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