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The 40.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay Yachts</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3464" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Serenity II40.05m (131'5&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2010">Serenity II</a> is for sale. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/serenity-ii/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Serenity II, for sale,</a> was delivered in 2010 and joins the market in excellent condition, following consistent meticulous maintenance and a refit in 2021.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/255613/image/large-667522f56b92ca04b37803553a8f95c8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/255613">The custom-built <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3464" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Serenity II40.05m (131'5&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2010">Serenity II</a> features interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H2 Yacht Design (Company)">H2 Yacht Design</a>, who created a timeless yet fashionable interior, characterised by neutral tones and pops of texture. Both naval architecture and the exterior design of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3464" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Serenity II40.05m (131'5&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2010">Serenity II</a> are the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endaze Marine Engineering (Company)">Endaze Marine Engineering</a>, who implemented flowing, elegant lines, walkaround teak decks and unique 180-degree windows on the main deck which provide fantastic views from the VIP guest suite.Up to 13 guests can be accommodated onboard the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> across six sizeable staterooms. The glorious aft-facing owner’s suite is located on the upper deck and boasts floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open onto the aft deck for private dining and relaxation. A VIP guest suite is situated on the lower deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/255627/image/large-2aefef9cd566364d5c9140d5fa2bc95d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/255627">On the main deck, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3464" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Serenity II40.05m (131'5&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2010">Serenity II</a> features an open-plan lounge dining room and bar in the saloon, leading to a partially covered aft deck with banquette seating. There is also an extensive sundeck where guests can dine, sunbathe and enjoy the Jacuzzi or sit-up bar.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/255623/image/large-3d83361430452e6751439a86acac8078.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/255623">Nine crew are required to operate <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3464" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Serenity II40.05m (131'5&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2010">Serenity II</a> to her full potential, spread across the captain’s double cabin by the ridge, and lower deck crew quarters that include a dedicated crew mess.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3464" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Serenity II40.05m (131'5&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2010"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/255630/image/large-83fc93107bc7755cd61e8fbd11e9167b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/255630"></a>The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/mengi-yay-yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Mengi Yay yacht for sale</a> performs well, with zero-speed stabilisers to smooth and steady her when underway and at anchor. She is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines that allow her to cruise at 11 knots, with a top speed of 15 knots.

40m Mengi Yay motor yacht Serenity II for sale

The 40.1-metre Mengi Yay Yachts motor yacht Serenity II is for sale.

40m Mengi Yay Yachts motor yacht Serenity II for sale 

The 68-metre in-build superyacht Ice 68 is on the market. The <a href="https://www.fraseryachts.com/en/yacht-for-sale/ice/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Ice 68 for sale</a>, is being built in Turkey at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4490" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AES Yacht (Company)">AES</a> shipyard, with a scheduled delivery date for December 2023<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/190072/image/large-8f5d8944d615ae4c988915983131e167.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/190072">Ice 68 features exterior and interior design by the Milan-based studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a>. The striking in-build <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> offers potential buyers the chance to enjoy an outstanding yacht well before the current market waiting list of three to five years.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246023/image/large-33414fc0eef9003e1586275294678e76.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246023"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246026/image/large-be8528b2f0d738429c7b161db7ace576.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246026"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246024/image/large-f49074ac6493fa2b751619a7f7bdd772.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246024">The 1,780 GT <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> offers amenities that go way beyond those of a similar yacht of this size. Ice has a seamless connection between her outdoor and indoor spaces with plenty of natural light flooding her sophisticated and minimalistic interior layout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246020/image/large-d488bd5d225c3d47c0c5f2f0431e51ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246020">The superyacht Ice is able to host up to 12 guests across seven sumptuous staterooms, with her private master suite located on the upper deck and three VIPs and three guest staterooms on the main deck. Ice also benefits from an elevator that connects four of her six decks.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246030/image/large-4e122bb1472b4a5a730ee4d99e168d3b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246030"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246029/image/large-fb87dfa0f770730470aa8119fb07c388.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246029"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246028/image/large-58a9febc5f6ced175edfe9da53e3b074.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246028"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246019/image/large-503acf33a050b2bbfb705565191da750.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246019">Ice 68 delivers exceptional exterior deck space, comprising a 5-metre-long swimming pool, beach club, and a sizeable garage housing a 9-metre and 8-metre tender. As well as this, she has a touch-and-go helipad. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/190070/image/large-ce8b99faf4e39fd67e56912ecfd6db76.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/190070">In terms of performance, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/aes-yacht/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">AES yacht for sale</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> 3516 C engines that deliver a top speed of 17 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots. Ice 68 has a range in excess of 5,000 nautical miles when traveling at the economical speed of 10 knots.&nbsp;

AES yacht Ice 68 for sale

AES Yachts’ 68m in-build superyacht Ice 68 for sale is due for delivery in December 2023 and offers 1,850 GT of interior space.

68m in-build superyacht Ice 68 for sale

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4490" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AES Yacht (Company)">AES Yacht</a> has given a construction update on three yachts currently under construction with the Turkish shipyard. The largest is the 68-metre superyacht Days, followed by the 34.61-metre NB066 and the 26-metre NB067.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235249/image/large-ce2217baebb0d59ea13f5ee23f0b119a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235249">All three yachts feature interior design by Milan-based design house <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a>. The yacht Days sees her exterior also penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a>, while her naval architecture comes from the boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endaze Marine Engineering (Company)">Endaze Marine Engineering</a>. She is under construction in cooperation with ICE Yachts , CCN Group.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/45781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Exclusive: AES Yacht’s 66m superyacht project DAYS (2016-04-18 09:40:00 +0200)">Exclusive: AES Yacht’s 66m superyacht project DAYS<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/190072/image/large-6c9948aa99f501ef1af51cabde7b6a37.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/190072"></a>The NB066 yacht sees her exterior also designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a> and her naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unique Yacht Design (Company)">Unique Yacht Design</a>. The smaller NB067 yacht features exterior design by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4490" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AES Yacht (Company)">AES Yacht</a>, with naval architecture and engineering from a collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4490" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AES Yacht (Company)">AES Yacht</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endaze Marine Engineering (Company)">Endaze Marine Engineering</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235100/image/large-aaab3024fc99d9448b5b3ff99bedf03a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235100">The NB066 yacht is already in the outfitting stage of her construction with her steel and aluminum hull already completed. The 290 GT yacht is able to sleep up to 12 guests across five staterooms, with her owner’s suite located on the main deck and two VIP and two guest staterooms situated on the lower deck. She is also able to accommodate a crew of seven with three crew cabins on the lower deck and a captain’s cabin on the wheelhouse deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235101/image/large-26df4ae5b4a561152a4720dba3960cc9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235101">The NB067 yacht is at the engineering stage with the first cutting planned in the beginning of September 2022. She is able to host up to eight guests across four staterooms comprising one owner's suite and three guest staterooms. She is also able to carry a crew of four across two crew cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235117/image/large-da6adeb6d4b3393c5e07fa5e431d43db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235117">In terms of performance, the NB066 is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> diesel engines that will propel her to an estimated top speed of 14 knots, a cruising speed of 10 knots and a range of 3,800 nautical miles. Her sister, the NB067 yacht, is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cummins Inc. (Company)">Cummins</a> engines that will provide her with a top speed of 11 knots, a cruising speed of 8 knots and a range of 6,000 nautical miles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235160/image/large-71e6ced38ffac423142b1104cfb30af0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235160">The NB066 yacht has an estimated delivery date of May 2023, while the NB067 yacht is scheduled to be delivered in May 2024.

Construction update: Three yachts in-build at AES Yacht

AES Yacht has given a construction update on three new yachts currently under construction with the shipyard.

Last week we predicted that more than <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht sales booming and expected to pass the 1,100 mark before the New Year (2021-12-10 16:00:00 +0100)">1,100 yachts will be sold by the end of the year</a>. Lead times are at an all-time high and shipyards are booked for years to come, so we’ve made a round-up of the current spec built yachts for sale to help you get your yacht as soon as possible:<a href="https://superyachttimes.ac-page.com/homepage" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a> tells us that there are currently 99 new-build yachts in the above 30 metre category available. These yachts belong to 52 different builders and are being constructed across 11 countries and most of these new-build yachts will be delivered in 2022.&nbsp;Thumbing through previous editions of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/market-reports/syt-market-report-2021" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">State of Yachting</a> we can see that last year there were 175 new-build yachts in the same size category on the market. The year before that, there were 163 new-build yachts for sale, and in 2019 there were 143 available for purchase.&nbsp;Despite the fact that the number of yachts currently in-build and available for purchase is at a low, there is still a collection of interesting options for someone looking to buy. Here we’ve taken a look at some of the standout new-build yachts currently on the market.&nbsp;Five largest new builds on the market<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/213897/image/large-d4c5d012fbecca360364a4567b27b19c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/213897"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Yachts (Company)">Silver Yachts</a>’ 85-metre&nbsp;Silver World Explorer&nbsp;Silver World Explorer is the longest new-build yacht on the market. She has been styled by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a> who took charge of her exterior design and naval architecture, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2773" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vain Interiors (Company)">Vain Interiors</a> headed her styling inside. With an interior volume of 1,504 GT, Silver World Explorer can accommodate up to 14 guests, across 7 cabins and will be manned by 21 crew. She’s due for delivery next year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/188309/image/large-7b39b0e2acd9ca16e3e50808d8cef08b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/188309"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA Yachts</a>’ 79.9m Continental 80<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA Yachts</a>' Continental 80, may not be the longest but she’s the largest in terms of interior volume, offering an impressive 2,300 GT for up to 12 guests to explore. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1197" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Team 4 Design (Company)">Team 4 Design</a> joined forces with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a>, taking charge of her exterior styling. &nbsp;Together, they configured the Continental 80 with five decks that start from a well-appointed sun deck that cascades down to a generous swim platform for easy access to the water. Her standout features include a wellness suite and an impressive swimming pool and a helipad. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> has scheduled her delivery for 2024. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203134/image/large-2508fc843f324394b0cefb2ed5312f63.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203134"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Yachts (Company)">Silver Yachts</a>’ 79.5m Silver Edge<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Yachts (Company)">Silver Yachts</a> has secured third place in this rundown with it’s 79.5-metre motor yacht, Silver Edge, which is scheduled for delivery in 2024. Like the Silver World Explorer, Silver Edge features an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a>. Up to 18 guests can be accommodated onboard, across her eight well-appointed staterooms. Thanks to her two impressive <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, Silver Edge will be capable of reaching a top speed of 24 knots. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/185320/image/large-265c3f292df22b915ee9f01f40af956a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/185320"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a>’ 73.6m Project 243The Turkish-built Project 243 is sleek, modern and brimming with amenities. She was designed in-full by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unique Yacht Design (Company)">Unique Yacht Design</a> to accommodate up to 16 guests. She has a three-deck configuration, which provides her with heaps of deck space and an impressive 1,400 GT interior volume. Some of her standout features include a helipad forward, a large infinity pool to aft, wrapped by cascading stairs to a swim platform for seamless water access. Project 243 is due for delivery in 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/190072/image/large-8f5d8944d615ae4c988915983131e167.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/190072"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4490" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AES Yacht (Company)">AES Yacht’</a>s 68m&nbsp;DaysAES Yachts' Days is another in-build speculation yacht due to be launched from Turkey. Unlike Project 243&nbsp;though, Days should make her big splash sometime next year. She'll feature an interior and exterior design drawn up by the esteemed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a> design studio and a naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endaze Marine Engineering (Company)">Endaze Marine Engineering</a>. Whoever picks up this 68-metre motor will be able to travel with 11 guests on their excursions.Sailing yacht spotlightOut of the 101 yachts being built, only four are sailing yachts. There is the 50.05-metre MiTi K by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4456" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bodrum Oguz Marin (Company)">Bodrum Oguz Marin</a>, scheduled for delivery next year; the 43.03-metre Columbia II by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4348" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Eastern Shipbuilding Group (Company)">Eastern Shipbuilding Group</a>, scheduled for completion this year; a custom 41-metre motor sailer being built in Turkey; and the gorgeous Rainbow II&nbsp;by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/181703/image/large-806fd89de4f19e3f9e11c8e7eb8a8ba0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/181703"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise Yachts</a>’ 51m&nbsp;Rainbow IIRainbow II is the largest new-build sailing yacht on offer, weighing in at 51.32-metres in length with an interior volume of 230 GT. She features an exterior and interior styled by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra Naval Architects</a> and a naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="deVosdeVries design (Company)">deVosdeVries design</a>. She’s been configured with five staterooms and will be able to accommodate up to 10 guests onboard. Rainbow II features an impressive, covered alfresco dining area on deck allowing guests to enjoy the outdoor life wherever they’re cruising. Rainbow II will be delivered in 2022.&nbsp;

99 n-build yachts on the market for 2022

We’ve taken a look at some of the standout new-build yachts currently on the market. 

Speculation fleet down by 60% as in-build sales rise

In this series of articles, we take a look at the best charter deals currently on offer in some of the best cruising hotspots in the world. What, Why, Where and Who forms the basis of the articles. This week we look at the 40-metre superyacht<a href="http://iyc.com/charter/serenity-ii/?utm_source=Charter+IYC&utm_campaign=cbba9f8192-Star-of-the-Sea-Charter-Anna-Granlund&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd820bc41c-cbba9f8192-67220369" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">&nbsp;Serenity II,&nbsp;</a>currently available for charter with IYC in Croatia and the Eastern <a href="http://iyc.com/mediterranean/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Mediterranean</a> this summer and winter season, and which is also <a href="http://iyc.com/yachts/serenity-ii/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">for sale with IYC</a> at an asking price of €8,500,000.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/31053/image/large-82fb1d823e8e0cbe1e79bcff2564382f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31053"> What is on offer?&nbsp; The 40.05-metre Serenity II&nbsp;is a monohull yacht with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure which was built by the Turkish yard Mengi-Yay in 2010 to RINA class. Sporting exterior design and naval architecture from the drawing boards of the Turkish studio, Endaze Marine Engineering, her warm and soothing interior design is by the renowned London design house, H2 Yacht Design.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/31061/image/large-de478a27c06825606e13d73550204a7e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31061"> On board, this 40-metre superyacht can accommodate up to 12 guests in style and comfort across six generous staterooms, as well as providing a large crew of nine who are always on hand for an unforgettable charter experience for guests.&nbsp;Of course, with any superyacht power is key, and Serenity II&nbsp;has plenty of it, with her power provided by twin Diesel 1100 HP engines which give her a maximum speed of 15 knots and allow her to cruise comfortably at 10 knots.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/31058/image/large-5e6bf5fd057aeebb4d64ab2bfaffdc1f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31058"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/31059/image/large-ffa60b99fc4860b7424483c14be3cb1d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31059">Why do we think this is such a good idea?&nbsp;A brand new addition to the IYC charter fleet this year, with her elegant lines, ample exterior deck spaces and classic interior design, Serenity II&nbsp;is the ideal yacht to explore the stunning waters of Croatia in style.&nbsp;Her interior design studio, H2 Design, created an elegant, warm interior space that truly feels like a home on the water, with her expansive open-plan main saloon highlighted by sweeping full-beam windows and offering the perfect place to unwind, coming complete with a large bar, lounge, entertainment system and formal dining area for enjoying exquisite meals prepared by the talented chef on board Serenity II.&nbsp;Whether you're enjoying spectacular views from her sundeck Jacuzzi, taking it easy in her onboard sauna or making memories on the water using her large selection of tenders and toys - including a full set of scuba diving equipment, two paddleboards, waterskis and many more - your charter experience on Serenity II&nbsp;is bound to stay with you for life.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/31057/image/large-7b94a565395090edb45c5f791e8c85af.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31057"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/31055/image/large-7fb7d0aed3dbd8f95ada860aea9661c9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31055"> When is she available?&nbsp;Serenity II&nbsp;will be <a href="http://iyc.com/croatia/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">available for charter in Croatia</a> this summer season with rates starting from €110,000 per week in high season and €95,000 per week in low season. In addition, Serenity II&nbsp;is also <a href="http://iyc.com/luxury-yacht-sales/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">listed for sale</a> with IYC at an asking price of €8,500,000.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/31060/image/large-e4dd0a012b91aa350ba793e0597aba2d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31060"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/31056/image/large-9e111363a0c252e1fbe618e7ec7d623c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31056"> Who to call?&nbsp;For more information about a charter experience on board Serenity II,&nbsp;contact her broker Fotis Geranios via email on <a href="mailto:fotis@iyc.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">fotis@iyc.com</a> or call +30 6957 20 48 63.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/31052/image/large-cb0685a9620da9f0ec64a06d0ceac521.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31052">

Charter deal of the week: the 40m superyacht Serenity II 

The name AES Yachts probably doesn’t ring an immediate bell. With a distinct lack of information pertaining to the company available, well, anywhere, this comes as no surprise, though with an exciting 66 metre new build project scheduled for completion next summer, that could be about to change.<img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/162678/image/large-e5ac2424d0f05928d6f2453c0cb2cd94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162678" class="legacy">Established just four years ago, the Turkish yacht building and interior outfitting company based in Tuzla is headed by Hasan Sancak, a man boasting a career in the maritime industry that spans the last two decades. Entering the industry on the commercial shipping side, his first professional experience with the luxurious side of maritime was in 2007. Two years later Sancak was ready for a new challenge which materialised in the form of Cizgi Yat.&nbsp;Though Cizgi Yat lead a very short lifetime (opening its doors in 2009, going into liquidation in 2011), the company managed to produce E&amp;E in 2011 to industry-wide acclaim. Measuring 42 metres and featuring exterior design from Vripack, naval architecture from Vripack in collaboration with Endaze, and an interior from Art Line, the hard work poured into her from Sancak and the Cizgi Yat team paid off and was awarded at the following years World Superyacht Awards.<img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/162679/image/large-ce7735fe32ad3edd9e34c94d619dfd96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162679" class="legacy">The success the yard experienced with E&amp;E, however, wasn’t enough, and following the closing of Cizgi Yat’s doors in 2011 up sprung AES Yachts from the ashes just a few months later in 2012. A turbulent journey, indeed, but perhaps necessary to gather the experience needed to elevate AES to levels its predecessor wasn’t capable of. Either way, Sancak seems to have got it right with his latest venture and welcomed their very first project into their facility towards the end of their inaugural year; the 35 metre Phoenix built by fellow Turkish shipyard, Nedship, in 2003. The list of works undertaken included a major interior equipment overhaul, the installation of two powerful gyroscopic stabilisers, the installation of three custom awning systems which were built in house, and full exterior paint works - to name but some.&nbsp;After an intensive six month period the all new Phoenix left the yard to happy owners and a substantially larger project swiftly followed in her wake. The 51 metre Elena - also built by a neighbouring Turkish shipyard - arrived at the yard towards the end of 2013 for a period of 10 months. Upon completion another, again larger, new build project landed on the yard’s doorstep, the interiors on board the 60 metre Katina at Brodosplit in Croatia, though with difficulties in work permits and an extension of the job by 9 months, it wasn’t as straightforward as predicted. Sacank says, “Our workers could stay in Croatia for just three months at a time. We signed the contract for six months, which would have meant we changed our workers twice… we stayed 15 months - can you imagine how many times we had to change the workers? It was a challenge.”<img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/162680/image/large-984ced47accd49a29122d4e2e4de6a93.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162680" class="legacy">Three substantial refits certainly kept the new yard busy in their preliminary three years of business, but Sancak tells us that it was never the intention to be a refit yard with a penchant for quality interior design. Explaining this, Sancak states, “We work in every aspect of construction. We help others with interiors because we actually know what lies behind the wall and ceiling!” AES was destined to be an all encompassing yard that not only polished up superyachts to the standard they deserve, but also built brand new boats. And that’s exactly what the AES team are busy doing now, with their very first new build vessel currently under construction in their brand new 78 metre shed. “It was our intention to have new build projects,” Sancak continues, “At AES, we need to showcase our products. If our designs always stay renderings then nobody cares about it.”&nbsp;Named Project Days, the 66 metre superyacht is a custom project undertaken by AES in collaboration with CCN Yachting, designed by Hot Lab Yacht &amp; Design with naval architecture by Endaze Marine Engineering, exterior lines by Michele Dragoni and interiors in collaboration with Enrico Lumini. To adhere to the experienced client’s requirements for generous living spaces, she spans across five decks with a beam of 12 metres resulting in an enormous total gross tonnage of 1,800 GT.<img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/162681/image/large-1eda9f63c1fbfaa86220cab4de4d7224.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162681" class="legacy">The new vessel came about after undertaking maintenance work on board the owner’s previous Italian-built boat. Impressed with the quality of AES’ work, his original idea was to - with the assistance of Sancak - find a vessel suitable for a major refit, bring it to Tuzla, and let AES work their magic. This didn’t quite go to plan, however, which actually worked out in the yard’s favour. Sancak explains more: “We found a 50 metre explorer in Greece and we visited with the owner but the price was raised and we backed out. So we decided on a new yacht with a new design. It started at 59 metres, then 62, 63, and? It ended at 66.”&nbsp;Of course every project is important to the shipyard, but Project Days is particularly integral to the growth and development of AES, with the owner already envisioning future vessels with the yard if all goes to plan. “This is a very important project in Turkey,” Sancak confirms. “If the owner is satisfied with the project, he will proceed with another 66 and another 45 metre project.”<img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/162682/image/large-fe37aa8dcc849a891b682275094ee062.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162682" class="legacy">With Project Days and another substantial refit project currently keeping the AES team busy, the 71 metre Victoria, Sancak tells us that right now, their order book is full. “We have Victoria which we are planning to finish in one year, Project Days we will finish in one and a half years, so we are full right now. We are in discussions with another Turkish client for a prospective 70 metre, but we cannot start for another 1.5 years. Our team is limited… there are a lot of interior designers all over Turkey, but our team is really good and we won’t compromise that.” For now at least, AES seems perfectly comfortable with where they are heading.&nbsp;In regards to the Turkish industry, are AES Yachts going to be the one to change the world’s perception of Turkish shipbuilding? Well, they definitely lack the same kind of professionalism and structure as their Northern European counterparts, but the proof is, as always, in the pudding. With their 66 metre Project Days scheduled for completion in Summer 2017, ready to be presented at that year’s Monaco Yacht Show, perhaps AES will prove themselves to be one of the gems in Turkey’s problematic crown.<img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/162683/image/large-a410b03f32705633c01a9fa10ea73272.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162683" class="legacy">This article was featured in the 10th edition of the SuperYacht Times newspaper. Subscribe <a href="http://www.superyachtcompany.com/newspaper/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">now</a> and never miss another issue.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.superyachtcompany.com/newspaper/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/161506/image/large-77cb8682f33ae0bfbbd2a956a1a39fba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/161506" class="legacy"></a>

Insight: Behind the scenes at AES Yachts

The 68-metre project Ice, currently in build by CCN Yachts and AES Yacht in Turkey, is taking shape. The project team presented the industry with an update during last week’s Monaco Yacht Show and gave insight into the development of one of the largest yachts to ever be built in Turkey.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/162295/image/large-c0e9c0a843395f9401c89fbf8242dcc9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162295">Nearly all steel blocks have been completed and assembled at the shipyard’s shed in Tuzla. Final welding and hot work operations is expected to be completed by December 2016.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/162296/image/large-8586ccc83b850ab43c43893f8313c9ca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162296"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/162297/image/large-ae66d6892b84250a96be41ed8b2c2401.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162297">Project Ice’s exterior and interiors are the work of Milan-based studio Hot Lab Yacht &amp; Design with naval architecture by Endaze Marine Engineering.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/162298/image/large-51cdab755ccd6483054dfaea9b76972d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162298"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/162299/image/large-be52a0dc6c7a0054c759f46b3a74077c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162299">Mock-up works have begun on the interior and have been put together working in tandem with internationally acclaimed brands and suppliers to ensure a high-level superyacht finish.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/162300/image/large-635b05d1feace868f0e115a8c01bdca9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162300">Project Ice is on schedule to be completed in the first half of 2018, ready to be presented at the Monaco Yacht Show later that year. Learn more about all her onboard features <a href="http://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/aes-yacht-s-66m-superyacht-project-days/" target="_blank">here</a>.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/162301/image/large-76aa3036b6007628d9578434b557f7de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162301">

Build update: AES Yacht’s 68m project ICE

Revealed for the first time here on SYT is CCN Yachting and the Turkish shipyard, AES Yacht’s, custom 66 metre superyacht currently under construction.  She is designed by Hot Lab Yacht &amp; Design with naval architecture by Endaze Marine Engineering, exterior lines by Michele Dragoni and interiors in collaboration with Enrico Lumini.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/159705/image/large-6de55d7a6d9fde92f1c488970cf75e25.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/159705"> To adhere to the experienced client’s requirements for generous living spaces and apartment-styled areas, the yacht spans across five decks with a beam of 12 metres resulting in an enormous total gross tonnage of around 1,800 GT. Speaking of the brief from the client, Romano comments: “The client wanted to have a spacious yacht for himself and his family, with big volumes. The client is also passionate about architecture, so if you see the GA, every line is squared, rational, minimalistic. Everything works in a perfect symmetry.”“A lot of attention has been paid to these things, as well as the internal height, which is 2.7 metres in three of the decks,” he continues, “so the volumes are impressive. Another characteristic of the vessel is that it has a very masculine style. Straight edges, with no curves in the project, and it gives you the sensation of power on the water.”Twelve guests are accommodated for in a large owner’s suite and five guest cabins. Interiors are kept simple and minimalistic in design with emphasis on creating a tranquil environment through the use of natural materials and introducing natural light into each living space.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/159706/image/large-5c975ca7a5254d1af153de7c4fb46e10.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/159706"> The owner’s suite and lounge is located on the upper deck and includes amenities such as two large walk-in wardrobes, two en suite bathrooms, a gym and massage room. The deck is wrapped in full height windows to create that loft-style apartment feel mentioned in the initial brief, Romano says.Another defining characteristic of the vessel and a specific reflection of her owner’s desires is the amount of privacy offered. Romano explains more: “The owner’s care a lot about privacy, so you can land the helicopter on the front of the bow, and then have direct access to the owner’s cabin. On the main entrance of the main deck, from the side you can go into the office of the owner’s assistant, and from there a staircase brings you directly to the owner’s office. So when the owner just wants to have a business meeting - because he will use the yacht a lot in the summer and during the year - he can have the meeting with the maximum level of privacy without the guest seeing the rest of the boat. To achieve the level of privacy required, we spent a lot of time studying the staircase system.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/159707/image/large-61d5d1f1720e3806d59aed36e80c31be.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/159707"> On the main and lower decks are the remaining five guest staterooms with three VIP cabins on main deck and a further two cabins below deck. Towards the aft of the yacht, two large tenders are stowed in the lower deck garage with a beach club at the transom area. Above on main deck aft is a pool and bar area where guests can relax.She is scheduled to be completed by summer 2017, and upon completion will be a real breakthrough project for the Hot Lab team. Romano agrees, commenting: “We are so proud. I like a lot this bulky and muscly vessel. It’s much more difficult to design a yacht like this than a fast planing boat... It makes a lot of difference. The aim of the yard is to bring the yacht to the Monaco Yacht Show in 2017. That is the aim.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/159708/image/large-827d45e82e6ba2aa1a9f74340fd36744.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/159708">