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<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5704" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Theodoros Fotiadis Design (Company)">T. Fotiadis Design</a> has unveiled the first details of its new 87-metre superyacht concept August, which merges German engineering with a Mediterranean lifestyle endeavour. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389667/image/large-93efcf751abc0fadf61f5d0c01ea260b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389667">August is defined by what the studio describes as “clean, confident German design lines, with a soul shaped by the Mediterranean: warm, inviting, and effortlessly relaxed ” resulting in a profile that conveys both strength and composure. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389666/image/large-4e12aef25e6daceb77589a58e1dfd217.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389666">At 87-metres with an estimated interior volume of 2,750 GT, August&nbsp;spans four decks. Accommodation is designed to be arranged for up to 14 guests, with separate quarters for a crew of 28. The layout features a full-beam owner’s suite alongside multiple guest staterooms, conceived to maximise privacy and spatial clarity. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389664/image/large-49bb4ad74c340a91cf684abe116d17ff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389664">Furthermore on outdoor living, a full-beam beach club towards the aft forms the central hub for socialising on the lower deck. This area integrates wellness and leisure amenities, including a spa, gym, lounging and dining areas; all arranged to maintain a connection with the sea. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389665/image/large-c72d1522349f0517adb58c33006c9ddf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389665">Inside, August follows a calm and understated design language. Her interior is defined by soft, natural tones and fluid architectural lines, with curved forms and layered lighting creating a tranquil atmosphere. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389662/image/large-3b2e990e8138bce77eae2ef172f47825.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389662">A palette of warm neutrals, pale woods and subtle blue accents, all harmonise to create what the studio expresses as “a quiet kind of luxury” where “elegance never overwhelms comfort.” Expansive spaces and windows let in abundant natural light and ocean views, elevating the onboard experience. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389663/image/large-d0a8c9d4741492278acd63a06788474d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389663">“Named after the month that captures the essence of summer, August is more than a yacht, it is a feeling,” the studio noted. “A time to slow down, to reconnect, and to experience power not as force, but as quiet confidence.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389661/image/large-772acb105be986712df2fef53b5b8c28.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389661"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389660/image/large-50f7bb2d5b119ba80cb36f2b1f3d1f1e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389660">In terms of performance, August is designed to be powered by a Diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system propelling her to a projected top speed of up to 18 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots. Her engine also features ABB Azipod units, providing efficiency and onboard comfort, making her suitable to long voyages while reducing environmental impact. &nbsp; <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389668/image/large-9e8b0ec46464f69450f737e36988e110.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389668">Prepared for construction in Germany under <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8401" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astra Nord (Company)">Astra Nord Superyachts</a>, the August concept, according to the designers, is conceived not only as a design statement, but as an emphasis on precision engineering and durability. All images courtesy of T. Fotiadis Design

T. Fotiadis Design unveils 87m August superyacht concept

T. Fotiadis Design unveils the 87m August superyacht concept, combining German engineering with Mediterranean-inspired outdoor living and design.

Greek designer Theodoros Fotiadis has launched <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8401" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astra Nord (Company)">Astra Nord</a>, a new superyacht shipyard in the historic maritime city of Stralsund, Northern Germany.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373863/image/large-5c609176a543f973dad13782db3a4e74.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373863"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8401" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astra Nord (Company)">Astra Nord</a> has officially opened with a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to yachts from 65 to 295-metres. Strategically located on the Baltic Sea, the shipyard combines German engineering precision with innovative design to deliver both new builds and refits at the highest level of craftsmanship.Spanning 97,000 square-metres and with the capacity to build vessels up to 295-metres, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8401" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astra Nord (Company)">Astra Nord</a> steps in to fill the market gap left by Nobiskrug. The yard has already welcomed its first refit client, the 47-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Dreamwalker III47.0m (154'2&quot;)Sanlorenzo2018">Ocean Dreamwalker III</a>, and is developing a portfolio of new projects.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373862/image/large-efc703c99957beb2c4a799dd87529842.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373862">Among its first designs is the 78-metre NEON concept, created in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5009" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lateral Naval Architects (Company)">Lateral Naval Architects</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5704" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Theodoros Fotiadis Design (Company)">T. Fotiadis Design</a>. Built on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5009" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lateral Naval Architects (Company)">Lateral’s</a> “Free from Bulkheads” platform, NEON relocates machinery below deck to unlock vast, uninterrupted interior spaces. The result, according to Fotiadis, is a yacht that offers fluid, open living areas and a heightened connection to the sea.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="T. Fotiadis Design unveils Astra Nord 78m superyacht concept NEON (2025-10-06 10:15:00 +0200)">T. Fotiadis Design unveils Astra Nord 78m superyacht concept NEON<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373765/image/large-67c949b73cf2ead0a63655e556d01ef2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373765"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373778/image/large-42a5e0c91d803502d82332243ed2e123.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373778"></a>Beyond construction, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8401" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astra Nord (Company)">Astra Nord</a> is dedicated to long-term client satisfaction. A comprehensive after-sales service supports every yacht throughout its lifetime, from routine maintenance and technical upgrades to global assistance by a skilled network of technicians. The yard also places a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation, integrating eco-friendly technologies and practices designed to reduce environmental impact across all projects.Shipyard Facilities<ul><li>97,000-square-metres fully covered and heated space</li><li>32,000-square-metres office space</li><li>24,000-square-metres workshop areas</li><li>300-metres x 110-metres x 75-metres main shed</li><li>800-ton crane</li><li>270-metres ship lift</li></ul>“Our promise is to deliver superyachts that are a seamless blend of tradition and innovation, crafted with German precision and a forward-thinking mindset,” the yard concludes.