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Launched in 1938, the history of the remarkable 117.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ansaldo (Company)">Ansaldo</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> unfolds as a captivating narrative of unforeseen twists and wartime transformations. Built by the Genoa-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ansaldo (Company)">Ansaldo</a> for Italian state-owned company Regia Azienda Monopolio Banane (RAMB), the vessel features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ansaldo (Company)">Ansaldo</a> and boasts a robust steel hull and lines typical of her period, with distinct features reminiscent of military functionality.Originally destined for service in the banana trade between Africa and Italy under the name Ramb III, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s journey took an unexpected turn with the outbreak of World War II. The grand vessel, instead of ferrying bananas, found herself under the command of the Italian army, reborn as an auxiliary cruiser with a newfound role in the theatre of war transporting meat for the Italian army in Libya.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310593/image/large-b3793fd1459694b7f54975ca36a4475e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310593">Amidst the tumult of war, Ramb III faced a perilous encounter while in the Libyan port of Benghazi when she was struck by torpedoes from the British submarine, HMS Triumph. Unsunk, the yacht survived the attack and sailed 900 miles towards Sicily, Italy, before being hauled to San Marco shipyard in Trieste.As Italy capitulated to the Nazi’s in September 1943, her identity was once again changed. From here, the Germans completed her repairs and converted her into a minelayer named Kiebitz – the German word for the Lapwing bird, whose crest indicates a royal status and whose long, sharp beak is a symbol of his violent nature. During this time, Kiebitz is alleged to have laid over 5,000 mines in the northern Adriatic area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310594/image/large-bd8ec418bbda3d965516d051dfcc0c25.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310594">On 25 November 1944, the vessel faced a formidable setback, hit in an Allied aircraft strike while anchored in Rijeka, Croatia, sinking the yacht. In 1948 the Brodospas supply ship company came to Kiebitz's aid and the vessel was hauled to the surface, using a pioneering technology based on air cylinders, and transported to the Pula-based shipbuilding company, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/880" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Uljanik Shipyard (Company)">Uljanik</a>. There, against the odds, a meticulous reconstruction took place, breathing new life into the resilient vessel which was relaunched in 1952.&nbsp;She was first transformed into a naval training ship, where she found a new role within the ranks of the Yugoslav Navy, before she was used as a residential yacht and sailed under the name she retains to this day – <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> – which translates in several languages to seagull.&nbsp;Despite a pitfalled start to life, the yacht soon garnered distinguished status among the people of Yugoslavia, when Marshal Josip Broz Tito, often revered as the alleged 'Father' of the Yugoslav Republic, was seen conducting an inspection of the boats in the Yugoslav Navy from her deck in 1952. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310588/image/large-3b03f5a2adfd180ea8680447e31bcec1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310588">Elevated to an iconic status, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> became synonymous with Tito's leadership and the pride of the nation. She came to the attention of the world stage in March 1953 when Marshal Tito travelled onboard the vessel from Yugoslavia to the iconic River Thames in London, in response to an invitation from the British government and Prime Minister Winston Churchill.&nbsp;Tito, enamoured by the allure that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> brought to both himself and his regime, often used the vessel for parties and foreign visits from world leaders. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> played host to a plethora of visitors including Nikita Khrushchev, Muammar Gaddafi, and Indira Gandhi, all of which graced her decks during their visits. It is also rumoured that Tito welcomed esteemed film stars Sophia Loren, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>, following Richard’s portrayal of the Yugoslav president in the 1973 film ‘Battle of Sutjeska’. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310589/image/large-cdc14d9e7df1df5c4afd4a6854229a2a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310589">For the next 27 years, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> remained in Tito’s service, participating in official duties for a total of 549 days, 318 of which the Marshal was onboard. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> remained an integral part of Tito's maritime legacy, up until the leader's passing in 1980, with his last journey onboard taking place in 1979. As the geopolitical landscape shifted with the breakup of Yugoslavia in 1991, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s destiny took a new course. She became the property of the Montenegrin government, where the spaces of “the Marshal’s Deck” were opened for visits to schools, and organisations. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310590/image/large-b2713304170b780b1b0c9e5a6aaa1009.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310590"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> was then relocated to Boka Kotorska in Montenegro and at the end of the 1990s she was sold to John Paul Papanicolaou, the same Greek yachtsman who owned the iconic 99.15-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/297" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Canadian Vickers (Company)">Canadian Vickers</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/336" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christina O99.15m (325'4&quot;)Canadian Vickers1943">Christina O</a>. He entrusted Rijeka’s shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/301" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viktor Lenac Shipyard (Company)">Viktor Lenac</a> with the task of repair, however bankruptcy led to the repairs not being completed.In 2006, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> was proclaimed to be an object of Croatian cultural heritage Initially moored on the quayside of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/301" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viktor Lenac Shipyard (Company)">Viktor Lenac Shipyard</a> in Kostrena, a suburb of Rijeka, the vessel later found a new resting place along the enchanting Rijeka waterfront. However, in September 2008 a leak emerged on the starboard side of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s hull, leading to a partial sinking.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310592/image/large-c00f5141576317f056aac2395f436e9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310592"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> remained here until 22 May 2009, when the city of Rijeka acquired <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> for $150,000, a transaction that received confirmation from the High Mercantile Court of Croatia. In a visionary move to breathe new life into the historic vessel, the Mayor of Rijeka made a significant announcement on 16 July 2014 that she would be leased out for mixed use to serve a dual purpose.A portion of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> would be dedicated to a museum, carefully curated to showcase the former President's private rooms and selected engineering spaces. This initiative sought to preserve not only the maritime heritage represented by the vessel, but also to offer visitors a glimpse into the personal quarters of the esteemed Yugoslavian leader.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310591/image/large-90227a3707e839b3d1619c21828a438b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310591">She would also be used as a vibrant hub for commercial activities, with the vision of transforming her decks into spaces for a hotel, restaurants, and bars. This innovative approach aimed not only to safeguard the vessel's historical significance but also to create a dynamic and engaging environment that echoed the footsteps of history while catering to contemporary needs.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/4494/image/large-7801108e46fb5449592d70a32d578bab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/4494">The ambitious refit and rejuvenation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> was undertaken by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6179" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dalmont d.o.o. (Company)">Dalmont</a> in Kraljevica, Croatia, with an estimated cost of approximately €8 million. Although the refit encountered a brief pause in May 2023, the project has since resumed its course. Progress has been steady, with an anticipated completion date set for 2024. The meticulous work being undertaken by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6179" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dalmont d.o.o. (Company)">Dalmont</a> signifies a commitment to preserving <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s storied legacy while ushering it into a new era of functionality and purpose.Upon the completion of the refit, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> is destined for a prominent position in the Rijeka port. The vessel will be transformed into a dual-purpose haven, serving as both a museum and a small hotel with a select number of rooms. Thanks to the project, 80 percent of the ship will be restored, conserved and made available to visitors, while the remaining 20 percent of the space will be reserved for “non-museum” features, such as the restaurant/café bar and hotel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/4495/image/large-a31dd255f82d37dc467f78470aa7caea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/4495">This thoughtful fusion of history and hospitality ensures that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s allure continues to captivate visitors, offering them a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the maritime heritage of Croatia, while focusing on the events that played a significant part in her life.This article is featured in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/issue-48-superyacht-times-newspaper" target="_blank">Issue 48</a>&nbsp;of the SuperYacht Times newspaper.&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">Subscribe now</a>&nbsp;to receive your copy straight to your door and never miss another issue.&nbsp;

117m Ansaldo superyacht Galeb's resilient odyssey

Sophie Spicknell takes a look at Galeb’s expansive history, from wartime woes to a rejuvenating refit. 



Yacht history: The resilient odyssey of the 117m yacht Galeb

Italy-based yachting specialist <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a> has appointed Carlo Luzzatto as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and General Manager. The classification society announced that Ugo Salerno will be stepping down after more than 20 years at the helm.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293211/image/large-c34dc0860f09c2ea216147159b6eae00.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293211">Carlo Luzzatto brings a wealth of experience and knowledge from the energy, aerospace, and infrastructure sectors. For over 30 years, Luzzatto held senior leadership positions at public and private companies, including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1992" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="General Electric (Company)">General Electric</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ansaldo (Company)">Ansaldo</a> Energia, Chromalloy, and Impresa Pizzarotti.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293212/image/large-5b4da6d392585ab5acc01cc7f4cee6d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293212">Ugo Salerno will remain as Executive President and will play an integral role in the running of the company. He was appointed as CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a> in June 2002 and Chairman in February 2012.“We are confident that Luzzatto, as CEO, and Salerno, in the role of executive president, will provide further momentum to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a>’s already brilliant growth trajectory,” concluded Paolo d’Amico, chairman of Registro Italiano Navale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a>’s main shareholder.

Ugo Salerno steps down as CEO of RINA

Italy-based yachting specialist RINA has appointed Carlo Luzzatto as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and General Manager.

RINA appoints Carlo Luzzatto as CEO and General Manager

We take a look at the 20 largest superyachts built in Italy. We have included all delivered yachts that are still in service as a yacht today, as well as projects which are close to their final delivery date. readmore<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146783/image/large-17b27bdeb0b0ae35fffc2a5913e2f63b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/138733">1 - <a href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/334">Serene</a> - 133.90 metre - Fincantieri Yachts - 2011The 134 metre Serene, designed by Espen Oeino, is the first superyacht that was built by Fincantieri. She was delivered just before the summer of 2011. At 134 metres long, superyacht Serene, is the 12th largest yachts ever built in the world. Serene has seven decks, a hangar and two helicopter landing pads. The yacht is available for charter, and is one of the largest charter yachts on today's market.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146784/image/large-1155fa97af5147604b0bfd9324379a21.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140421">2 - <a href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/410">Loaloat Al Behar</a> - 103.85 metre - Picchiotti - 1982The previous Al Said was a 103 metre superyacht, built in 1982 in Italy. That yacht, now renamed <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/410">Loaloat Al Behar</a> has been made available for charters in the Middle East.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146785/image/large-801355168e56d72457e7e12df37d34c2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126938">3 - <a href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840">Dubawi</a> - 90.60 metre - Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a. - 1989The 90 metre Dubawi was originally built as a small cruise ship in 1989. In 2007 the Dubai based shipyard Platinum Yachts started to convert Dubawi into a private luxury yacht. The conversion was completed in January 2009<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146786/image/large-fef4372cbcb0222fb85cca63b798d024.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140624">4 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/297">Kingdom 5KR</a> - 86.00 metre - Benetti SpA - 1980The legendary <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/297">Kingdom 5KR</a> started out life as Nabila, in 1980. She is designed by Jon Bannenberg, with an interior by Luigi Sturchio and at the time of her launch, she was one of the largest yachts in the world. Nabila was sold to American Businessman Donald Trump and became Trump Princess in the late eighties. Trump used her mainly as a business tool, and resold her a few years later to her current owner, His Royal Highness Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Bin Abdulaziz Alsaud, the founder of the Kingdom holding Company<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146787/image/large-4735ec2f6a998f4cb8e5be2a23b93575.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/146196">5 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2029">Chopi Chopi</a> - 80  metre - CRN -2013CRN’s new flagship, the 80 metre Chopi Chopi is the largest yacht ever built by CRN. Valued by the yard at over € 80,000,000, Chopi Chopi is CRN’s 129th yacht, and she represents approximately 660 thousand working hours. The superyacht features exterior design by Zuccon International Project, who worked in close collaboration with the CRN Technical Office. Chopi Chopi features an interior by Laura Sessa Romboli who worked closely with the CRN Centro Stile.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146788/image/large-c8e69aefdce2f76c6e401e9b40e5c486.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/122866">6 - <a href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/933">Lady Sarya</a> - 76.31 metre - Nuovi Cantieri Apuania S.p.A. - 1972<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146789/image/large-0fefcca4d8cfdaf614ba2c46230e7445.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145752">7 - <a href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3448">Grace E</a> - 73.30 metre - Perini Navi - 2013The Perini Navi Group has launched Grace E, the new 73m Picchiotti motor yacht that is the third motor yacht sold by the Perini Navi Group, at their Picchiotti shipyard in La Spezia, Italy. Grace E, like her predecessors Exuma and Galileo G, is part of the Group's project for relaunching the historic Picchiotti brand name in the world of large motor yachts. Picchiotti is famous for its design, engineering and high production standards, qualities that it shares with the rest of the Perini Navi Group.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146790/image/large-8271849d43f268074238e162a3de2cee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140949">8-9 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2301">Stella Maris</a> - 72 metre - VYS - 2013The latest delivery by Viareggio Superyachts, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2301">Stella Maris</a>, is designed by Espen Oeino in cooperation with Laurent Giles Naval Architects, and blends traditional elements of design and layout with new variations on a theme – such as the staggered internal decks, the heights of the saloons and the innovative form of the bow. The resulting layout ensures a volume, more usually seen in yachts of greater dimensions, of 2,270 GRT.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146791/image/large-fb2f21dcb804cf66966cb2ca8c3e4bfc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133522">8-9 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/337">Azteca</a> - 72 metre - CRN - 2009 The 72 metre superyacht <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/337">Azteca</a> was built by the CRN shipyard and launched in 2009. The yacht, previously known as project Clarena 2, is the second largest CRN ever launched, and she was sold in the final stages of construction to her current owner who renamed her <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/337">Azteca</a>. Both the interior and exterior of <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/337">Azteca</a> were designed by Nuvolari &amp; Lenard. She features a vast semi-open sundeck, and a 100 m² beachclub in her stern.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146792/image/large-9144c39bd0dcc259ca573705cae9ed80.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/136759">10-11 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/303">Reverie</a> - 70 metre - Benetti- 1999The 70 metre <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/303">Reverie</a>, features a  massive volume and interior space, as well as huge deck areas. Among her features are an owner's deck, that includes a magnificent bedroom with panoramic forward views over a private terrace, sumptuous his and hers bathrooms and vast walk-in dressing rooms. She can accommodate up to 24 guests in 8 cabins.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146793/image/large-8d3dc5ae3d2aac89295277e2f7f3bd9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/136364">10-11 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2550">High Power III</a> - 70.00 Metre - Rossi Navi - 2011Superyacht High Power III was delivered in 2011 by the Rossi Navi shipyard in Viareggio and with her length of 70 metres she is their largest yacht to date. The exterior lines of the luxury motor yacht are from the drawing board of Design Studio Spadolini and High Power III features an interior by Salvagni Architetti.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146794/image/large-908666bb5a2af8c81244a352e53221b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140138">12 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/435">Alwaeli</a> - 68.00 Metre - CRN S.p.A.- 1991<a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/435">Alwaeli</a> is a classic 68.5m superyacht launched by CRN in Italy in 1991. She was completely refitted in 2008 in The Netherlands. The initial refit included some interior and exterior changes, and replacing some machinery and systems. Midway through the refit, the owners, already pleased with the refit progress, requested even more work, which in total required nearly 18 months to complete. As a result, the yacht is now in great condition. The Arab owned yacht is kept very private, but can often been found in Antibes.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146795/image/large-83d5ce6f632bbf1dc0ccc04521aeee25.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/142718">13 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/939">Amazon Express</a> - 66.70 Metre - Cantieri Navali - 1966This very unusual looking superyacht is the Amazon Express. Despite the yacht having her own dedicated <a href="http://www.amazonexpress.org" target="_blank">website</a>, we have lost track of her, and we haven't seen her since 2006. A couple of years ago, she was a regular sight on the Cote d'Azur, but we think she could be on a world cruise right now. <a href="#managed-by-application" style="line-height: 1.6em;" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/939">Amazon Express</a> was built in 1966, and was later converted in the mid-80's into a private yacht. Some ten years later, Espen Oeino restyled parts of her, during a refit at Arsenale Venezia.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146796/image/large-8ba9becf41c481bf496b55e891ac0bca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130483">14 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/82">Yaakun</a> - 65.96 Metre - Cantieri Navali Nicolini - 1987Built in 1987 for the former ruler of Qatar as Al Menwar, Yaakun is the largest yacht ever made by the Nicolini Shipyard in Ancona, Italy. Her hull shape and length gives her a 20+ knot top speed and an economical cruising range of over 4.500 N. Miles.Her autonomy, sea-keeping abilities, elegant layout and massive interior volume are some of the many reasons that incited Yaakun’s current owner into choosing the yacht for a live-onboard circumnavigation of the globe with his family.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146797/image/large-b9967ddc33635e7642adc1e73a114a94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134489">15-20 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/607">Ambrosia</a> - 65.00 Metre - Benetti S.p.A. - 2006At the time of her launch, Ambrosia was one of the most technically advanced yachts ever to have been launched by the renowned Benetti yard in Viareggio, Italy. With naval architecture by Espen Oino and interior layout by award-winning French designer François Zuretti, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/607">Ambrosia</a> accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 cabins and operates with a crew of 20.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146798/image/large-80be9e46173d69fc4035a6d33b6b5f1f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/146075">15-20 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1970">Family Day</a> - 65.00 Metre - Codecasa S.p.A. - 2010The 65 metre Codecasa Family Day, seen here leaving Monaco after the Monaco Yacht Show, features an interior by Della Role Design. Her sleek and modern exterior, that is both sportive and contemporary, forms an interesting contrast with her interior. The yacht offers modern and light living spaces with seven luxuriously appointed staterooms, including one master suite with balcony shell doors and six further guest cabins set out over two decks. Her 4x4 meter bathing platform, with its incorporated spacious hydraulic swim ladder, provides a real beach feel and offers easy access into the sea. Read our full on board feature <a href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/37858">here</a>. The yacht is listed for sale with CNI.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146799/image/large-32978edd6bc107d3c96d9c2d35eb7664.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/131622">15-20 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2215">Lady Lau</a> - 65.00 Metre - Codecasa S.p.A. - 2010Lady Lau offers accommodation for up to 18 guests, in 4 lower deck guest cabins, 3 main deck cabins, and a large owner's suite on the upper deck. The lower deck cabins each have their own style; Thai, Chinese, Egyptian, and Minimalist.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146800/image/large-a5e3d188fed761f844b67f7d39b92207.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/138274">15-20 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/585">Main</a> - 65.00 Metre - Codecasa S.p.A. - 2008Delivered in 2008 by the Codecasa yard in Viareggio, the 65 metre Main is owned by an Italian fashion designer. The yacht was designed by the owner in close cooperation with the shipyard. The minimalist interior of Main was also influenced by her famous owner, who worked closely with his own designers, Oretelli, and Codecasa, and designers Della Role.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146801/image/large-19150724c7cbb37c53397f837f80dfe2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134593">15-20 - <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1687">Nataly</a> - 65.00 Metre - Benetti - 2011The 65 metre superyacht Nataly features interior and exterior design by the British design studio Redman Whiteley Dixon. The project was previously known as Amnesia IV, but two months before her launch, she was sold to a new owner.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146802/image/large-85a3a5b81ebe60ded725e2073fd7683d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139474">15-20- <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3068">Seanna </a>- 65.00 Metre - Benetti - 2011The 65 metre superyacht <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3068">Seanna</a>, built by Benetti in 2011, is designed by Italy-based Stefano Natucci, and features an interior designed by Redman Whiteley Dixon Ltd. and Susan Young Interior. Amongst Seanna's features are an on-board cinema, mini spa with two treatment rooms that can be connected, fully-equipped gym, and a raised observation deck with a glass-enclosed aerie offering breathtaking views. She is a sistership to the 2006 Lionheart, and the 2009 Silver Angel.By Maarten Janssen