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With just under a week to go before the gates of the 2017 MYBA Charter Show open, we take a look at some of the largest charter yachts that will be on display at the very first edition to be hosted at OneOcean Port Vell in Barcelona. Visitors will be treated to some of the finest charter yachts on display run by the industry’s most professional crew. The list of attending yachts includes some of the most impressive yachts available for charter this year, ranging from the 95-metre motor yacht Indian Empress to the 32.3-metre sailing yacht Emmaline.

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Indian Empress – 95m – Oceanco

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Nero – 90m – Corsair Yachts

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Axioma – 72m – Dunya Yachts

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Joy – 70m - Feadship

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Silver Angel – 65m – Benetti

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Double Down – 65m – Codecasa

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Idol – 59m – Austal

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Diamond A – 57.3m ABeking &amp; Rasmussen

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Keri Lee III – 54m – Trinity Yachts

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Mirage – 53m – Feadship

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10 largest superyachts to visit in Barcelona at MYBA Charter Show this month

Launched as The Highlander in 1986 for Malcolm Forbes, the greenhulled motoryacht is one of the world’s most instantly recognisable superyachts. She has been comprehensively refitted by Derecktor, fully respecting the groundbreaking exterior lines of her legendary designer Jon Bannenberg. The Highlander has just gone back into the water for sea trials and will be delivered to her new owners in mid-February.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147069/image/large-a296f372e67c9dd164d7cb4a5354e738.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147069">From Liz Taylor, Robert De Niro and Harrison Ford to Margaret Thatcher, Ronald Reagan and HRH Prince Charles, the guest lists for The Highlander read like a who’s who of the world’s glamorous movie stars and heads of state. Legend has it that Malcolm Forbes, already a three-time Feadship owner, was visiting Holland to sign the contract for his new yacht when he saw the Feadship Azteca under construction. This was one of several revolutionary projects then being built at Feadship and designed by Bannenberg. Forbes exclaimed “Oh my God, we’ll have to paint mine green.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147070/image/large-53b3c9d993e13c090c905928d965abd9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147070">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147071/image/large-aeb0f3c30113b4bd3f5cd91db48a1785.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147071">He promptly engaged Bannenberg to create the next The Highlander and the result was spectacular. Although sharing a very similar external appearance to the all-aluminium Azteca, The Highlander was built with a steel hull to suit the need for long range cruising to then-communist China, Alaska and Bora Bora. Her interior layout incorporated large reception and conference areas, enabling Forbes to entertain countless dignitaries, heads of state and business leaders in unrivalled style.The Highlander remained in the Forbes family for over a quarter of a century. When she was finally offered for sale, it was clear that Bannenberg’s designs had lost none of their attraction. “We are very big fans of Feadship,” explain the owners. "The Highlander had Feadship’s outstanding quality and Jon Bannenberg’s iconic profile. The Feadship and Bannenberg mix was irresistible.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147072/image/large-80a8841cfbaefd7b9761ae610489430c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147072">Fans of the late Jon Bannenberg and Feadship will be impressed with the way the owners used Bannenberg’s angular lines to modernise her profile, then adjusted her space for use by their family and charter guests. The enormous refit project included upgrading and modernising all the mechanics while extending the stern by 12 feet to create a contemporary transom and accommodate a lifting transformer platform. The top deck has also been extended forward for al fresco relaxation.“The new exterior profile follows Bannenberg’s strong lines,” continue the owners, “and it shows how far ahead of his time Bannenberg was in the early 1980s. The Highlander has the personality of Malcolm Forbes and Bannenberg, we believe there is a seamless transition between the original and the new.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147073/image/large-e9945357d572725d25789c53d952dc6e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147073">The striking new interior opens up the interior spaces to play to the strengths of The Highlander and changes her from a corporate entertainment boat to a yacht for private use. The entire main deck was stripped back, floors, ceilings, and walls removed, and clean contemporary white Angire and dark wenge interiors installed. The new master stateroom is forward with two new master bathrooms. There are six guest suites with en suite baths. High-technology has been added from Quantum zero-speed stabilizers, an all-new pilot house, extensive WiFi facilities &amp; new audio video system to the latest eco-friendly sewage system, LED lighting and new air-conditioning. Malcolm Forbes’ custom made cigarette boat has been completely refitted and painted jet black with a swaggering bold red stripe. “We have changed the name to simply ‘Highlander’ – the visionary personalities of Malcolm Forbes and Jon Bannenberg are still very much alive on in this yacht,” conclude the owners. “We look forward to sharing Highlander with people who truly appreciate Feadship’s quality and Bannenberg’s revolutionary design.”The Feadship Charter Division has become central agent for charter bookings on the iconic Feadship Highlander.Feadship Charter +1 954 761 1830 <a href="mailto:charter@feadship.nl?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">charter@feadship.nl</a> <a href="http://www.feadship.nl/" target="_blank">www.feadship.nl</a>

Iconic Feadship Highlander launched after Derecktor refit

The Feadship charter division has appointed Leslie Adams as its new manager. Leslie has over twenty years of experience in sales within highly competitive markets and a wealth of expertise in the specific requirements of the charter industry. Previous companies include VPM, Palmer Johnson and, most recently, Allied Marine (Ferretti Group) in Fort Lauderdale where she successfully ran the charter department for six years. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133028/image/large-47b0f0eee9e97fa95880330a01de2b2f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133028">“I am delighted to join the Feadship team as it gives me the chance to work exclusively with the world’s finest luxury motoryachts,” comments Leslie. “Because the Feadship charter division only offers Feadship yachts, I already know that my clients will have the best possible onboard experience. My main objective is to find the perfect Feadship for the specific type of vacation they have in mind.” Leslie Adams replaces D.J. Kiernan as manager of the charter division, who has taken up a new challenge in charter management. He has successfully managed the Feadship charter division since 2008, which included a record-breaking summer season in 2010. Feadship Charter Division Leslie E. Adams +1 954 761 1830 <a href="mailto:info@feadshipamerica.com?subject=Feadship%20Charter%20Division%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@feadshipamerica.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.feadship.nl">www.feadship.nl</a>

Leslie Adams joins Feadship charter division

Feadship Royal Van Lent has launched <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gladiator44.65m (146'6&quot;)">Sirius</a>, the fourth yacht in its F45 Vantage series. The exclusive F45 concept brings together all of Feadship’s expertise in design, construction, engineering, systems and materials to great effect.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/132236/image/large-e6f5bc84b88c50290a0cdc7e5ab0bb4e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127152">And <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2450" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Sirius</a> offers all the benefits of the experience built up on three previous projects to once again show why Feadship is the world’s number one luxury motoryacht brand. Holidaymakers also tend to spend the vast majority of their time enjoying the outdoor life on a Feadship charter, and Sirius caters for every al fresco eventuality. In addition to a wealth of dining and sunbathing options, the beach platform serves as the ideal base for using the highly impressive variety of watersport facilities.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/132237/image/large-df5ee10996d4faca2213840e2fef1358.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127155">Like her predecessors <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/92" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Space</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/93" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Harle</a> (both launched in 2007) and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/94" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">TV</a> (launched in 2008), Sirius’s hull, superstructure, bulkheads and exterior style were set by Feadship in advance, with the equipment portfolio also being pre-selected. Sirius has a ‘Miami’ interior, featuring classic art deco styling and a fresh feel. Contrasting woods and horizontal divisions clearly define the spaces, emphasizing the rich and comfortable environment.Sirius offers the maximum space possible in a yacht of her size thanks to a central air conditioning system that removes the need for separate fan coil units in each room. Her general layout philosophy reflects the way modern owners cruise onboard superyachts, with the emphasis placed on a ‘beach house on the water’ lifestyle.

Superyacht Sirius joins Feadship charter fleet

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130799/image/large-d7524388e2e0ba03f4130936e0a4133b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130799">The Feadship Koninklijke De Vries shipyard in Aalsmeer recently launched the third SL39 superyacht. The luxury motor yacht was built under the project name SL39 mk3 and has now been christened GO and left the shipyard yesterday for final fit out and sea trials before delivery in April. The 39 metre yacht is powered by twin 1,055 hp MTU 12V 2000 M70 diesel engines, which provide her with a maximum speed of 14 knots and a transatlantic range. After completion <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1129">GO</a> will head to the Mediterranean from where she will be available for charter through Feadship Charter. Feadship +31 23 524 7000 <a href="mailto:info@feadship.nl?subject=SL39%20mk3%20GO%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@feadship.nl</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.feadship.nl">www.feadship.nl</a> Feadship Charter +1 954 761 1830 <a href="mailto:info@feadshipamerica.com?subject=Charter%20yacht%20GO%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@feadshipamerica.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.feadshipcharter.com">www.feadshipcharter.com</a> By Merijn de Waard

Feadship launches third SL39 superyacht GO

Recently honored with the Best Power 40m-65m award 2008 by the International Superyacht Society, the 44.65-meter (146’ 6”) Feadship Harle is a motoryacht of uncompromising beauty and grace. Built by Feadship/Royal Van Lent, this superb vessel completely validates the ideas behind the custom-series F45 Vantage concept. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127152/image/large-3d4b19a8a042f472dbfe03ea3a27db65.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127152">The client did not have to wait years to own a Feadship and could benefit from a proven platform of excellence. At the same time, the personal choices made by Harle’s owner have resulted in a trophy-winning yacht that has already proven a highly successful charter boat. In this sense as in many others, Harle is the very definition of teamwork.Harle was built for a first-time owner, one of the groups of potential clients that Feadship had in mind when developing the F45 concept. “Knowing that we had already addressed the technical and engineering parameters, Harle’s owner could focus on the aspects that he enjoys,” explains Feadship America President Francois van Well. “This allowed him to ensure that the interior décor and atmosphere, the layout and the use of space seamlessly match his intended use of the yacht, and that of high-end charter guests.” <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127153/image/large-48628403801da48ddea8ab8507ba553d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127153"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127154/image/large-a361584ca883ee165b6bd4a188bf5f00.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127154">Like her F45 predecessor Space, launched in 2007, Harle synthesizes all of Feadship’s expertise in design, construction, engineering, systems and materials. The hull, superstructure, bulkheads and exterior styling are set within the F45 platform. “The entire setup makes it very easy for clients, giving them the assurance that only Feadship quality can offer,” adds Van Well. “Harle’s owner desired a boat on which he could travel the world, relax, host parties, hold board meetings, and cruise with friends. He wanted all this in one yacht, and the F45 concept was developed precisely with this degree of flexibility in mind. It addresses the fact that many of today’s owners and their guests spend most of their time outdoors, as a less formal, holiday home philosophy becomes increasingly prevalent.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127155/image/large-deb8ef287f5421a57e686a8c54ed7d4d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127155"> That’s entertainment While Harle validates the F45 concept, she is different from her predecessor Space (and the third F45, TV) in countless ways. This emphasizes the exceptional options for personalization within the custom-series approach. Technical sophistication is the name of the game on Harle, with large high definition LCD flatscreens plus HDMI inputs in all living areas. These team up with a sophisticated Bose surround sound audio-visual installation and Apple TV to offer a vast library of music, movies and games. Should guests prefer to listen to or watch their own media, iPod docking stations are installed throughout the yacht. Harle also carries an unprecedented virtual gallery of high definition digital art, offering the choice to display at the touch of a finger some 8,000 masterpieces from 150 artists such as Van Gogh, Matisse, Picasso and Monet. The IT setup is equally high-end, with a comprehensive WiFi network that offers full broadband connectivity. There are dozens of strategically placed power-over-Ethernet jacks and a state-of-the-art Cisco VoIP system. All in all it is clear that Harle’s owner has embraced the way the F45 concept offers a world of comfort and convenience. “I love the meticulously considered ideas such as the way the multipurpose bridge deck lounge morphs into so many different spaces,” he says. “One day we can hold a dockside party for 150 guests, the next morning I might chair a business meeting in the same space, which later on equally could be transformed into a lounging area to unwind with friends.” <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127156/image/large-177b1a3eb645297700724e8290f4188e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127156">“Overall, Harle is a very comfortable holiday home. Relaxing in the Jacuzzi, taking in the 360-degree seascape while cruising in beautiful spots such as the British Virgin Islands, you feel like you are sitting on top of the world. The open spaces and large windows reflect my lifestyle and taste, and Harle is a extraordinary place on which to relax or entertain. Thanks to the fact that guests have their suites in such prime locations, with the same views as the lounge, they often retreat there to watch a movie, listen to some music or read a book. And then we all come back together as a group and you can see what an incredibly smart set-up this is.” Interior style The F45 concept offers a choice between four highly distinctive interior styles: Monaco (informal French), Milano (modern), Nautical (traditional) and Miami (classic art deco). Harle’s owner opted for the latter look, with light wood panels in bird’s eye maple and dark mahogany divisions clearly defining the onboard spaces. Created by Sinot, the interior deploys architectural shapes with elements of symmetry and order that further emphasize the rich and colorful detailing, leathers and marbles. Highly contrasting materials and an austere style convey a sense of clarity. Curved shapes and filleted edges enclose the interior, giving Harle a charismatic and friendly feel. The smart yet informal atmosphere is typified by the main deck lounge, which meets the criteria of the owner that people should not feel embarrassed to enter in their swimming attire. One open area of inviting comfort, the nearly full height windows and lowered main deck bulwark allow for great vistas even when seated. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127157/image/large-d0f74c16bc6df85f26c6c1f083328cb7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127157"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127158/image/large-2a90741c61895ae483fe48b73d94640a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127158">Bathed in light, the omission of the traditional separate dining room liberates space for casual relaxation. Meals are usually served on the sun deck or bridge deck, with a flexible table set-up in the bridge deck lounge on the odd occasion that the weather is inclement. The main deck lounge has a large curved sofa forward for watching TV or relaxing with a good book, while the elegant bar aft is the ideal spot for a sundowner or residing with those playing on the adjacent card table. More drinks and food can be served from the pantry forward of the lounge, and there is also a day head located in the lobby. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127159/image/large-5f850e2255ae02535003109dd533697f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127159"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127160/image/large-11d71e958e83caeb964b80c7381a4a8c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127160">Next up forward on the main deck are four surprisingly spacious guest staterooms, each with private bathroom. While the owner’s stateroom normally enjoys the premier position on the main deck, on boats under 50 meters their guests are almost always housed on the lower deck. One of the most exciting aspects of Harle’s layout is that the four guest staterooms are also on the main deck, with great views via floor-to-ceiling windows. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127161/image/large-502c820aefd5375ee5c898e3765db8b6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127161"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127162/image/large-5ff5372add9a963809ed36c091061969.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127162"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127163/image/large-fbb35f34429d6817907247e390f8bebd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127163">The full-beam owner’s stateroom has an exceptionally high central ceiling, that reaches up to 3.20 meters, and the effect is magnified by a long skylight that makes the room seem even taller. Extending from the bedroom to the bath, this sensational four-by-two-meter glass skylight offers natural light during the day and a wonderful chance to gaze at the moon and stars at night. Privacy is assured when crew members are walking across the foredeck thanks to a window treatment that offers a translucent screen or complete black-out. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127164/image/large-ba0caeb843dad79d97b942bd24f137c8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127164">While the main deck offers contrasting options for private pleasures, the bridge deck lounge and patio is very much the social heart of Harle. This is thanks to an inventive system of sliding doors and windows, which offers an unparalleled choice of indoor-out options. Here we see clearly the benefits of having an air-conditioning system in the ceiling, which removes the need for vista-blocking side cabinets. The panoramic windows facilitate a true outside-in dining or lounging experience. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127165/image/large-64363d8c5cf1b129522911764ea3a950.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127165"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127166/image/large-b81771a88bdbe354872a65ed8767c6de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127166"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127167/image/large-b6f6e068fb9eaf2ac2c485c98d8b420f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127167">The central part of the ceiling is raised to provide optimum spatial perception. On both sides of the lounge, covering the complete height above the bulwark, the windows slide completely forward and expose at least eighty percent of the floor-to-ceiling height up to the open air. The teak floor in the lounge seamlessly blends out onto the aft deck to ensure visual unity as well as functionally fusing the two spaces into one large area. Open up the glass bi-fold doors and the entire area is transformed into an al fresco paradise. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127168/image/large-50cdd5db71b96faf9e09b073e0070888.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127168">Moving into the engine room and technical zone, it is instantly apparent that, like every Feadship, Harle benefits from an emphasis on mechanical excellence. All the machinery is easily accessible for service and - from pipe runs to pump placement - the entire layout has been thought through to the finest degree. Harle complies with the Lloyd’s environmental protection regulations. Both grey and black water treatment are provided on board, with a large black water holding tank for zero discharge areas. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127169/image/large-62bc732adeb12fe53357345871ec3018.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127169"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127170/image/large-e642e47ef758d3113ff80d40c5c4c097.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127170">Music speakers blanket the sundeck for up tempo entertaining or easy listening. A large high def TV screen offers the option of viewing sports, shows or movies in casual comfort, and a stylish, full-size awning can be erected across the aft deck. Finally, the sun deck’s skylight lets daylight into the halls around the central stairway, ensuring that natural sunlight floods the inner parts of this quite superlative yacht.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127171/image/large-354233dca0cc43d42d53371c5a5db9b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127171">For those who would like to experience all this in person, she is available for charter through Feadship’s Charter division, which is run from the Feadship America office (see <a href="http://www.feadshipcharter.com/">www.feadshipcharter.com</a>). Feadship +31 (0) 23 524 70 00 <a href="mailto:info@feadship.nl?subject=Superyacht%20of%20the%20week%3B%20Harle%2C%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@feadship.nl</a> <a href="http://www.feadship.nl">www.feadship.nl</a>

SuperYacht of the week: Harle, uncompromisingly beautiful and gracious

Feadship has launched its own dedicated charter service focused exclusively on yachts built by the Feadship yards in the Netherlands. The new Feadship Charter Division will operate out of the Feadship America office in Fort Lauderdale. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/124806/image/large-67a5c5278528f2d46b0d27b61b402c12.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/124806"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/124807/image/large-a349a37ef6fcc068e64f03fd03ec6057.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/124807">“The Feadship Charter Division is a response to a significant number of requests from Feadship owners, as well as people seeking to charter a Feadship,” says Francois van Well, President of Feadship America. These Feadship owners are mainly clients who have not previously had contact with the brokerage community and prefer to deal directly with Feadship for any possible chartering of their yacht. Other clients have expressed a desire to operate under the Feadship banner in order to maintain the same level of quality they experienced during the build of their yacht and in subsequent after sales services. The Feadship Charter Division will only have Feadships in its fleet. The services will be customized to each owner’s requirements, for example in terms of whether to advertise their yacht or to only discreetly offer it to occasional clients on a personal basis. “In addition to clients calling to book a charter, brokers can contact us for placing their clients on a Feadship,” says D.J. Kiernan, manager of the charter division. “Should there be an inquiry from clients who want to charter a Feadship that is not in our fleet, we will contact the brokerage house listing that Feadship.” The very first charter booked through the Feadship Charter Division started at Easter, with guests enjoying an extended cruise onboard the Feadship Harle.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/124808/image/large-1d898f43d929e90d2626997f52ae09e0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/124808"> Harle, the first Feadship to join the fleet, is one of the Feadship F45 Vantage yachts, designed to be effortlessly adaptable to a varying range of guest requirements. The innovative layout with all the staterooms on the main deck features very large windows that provide all guests with exquisite views of the natural beauty of the outdoors. The large sky-lounge can be easily transformed into a variety of layouts to accommodate different occasions ranging from lounging, dining to partying and more. The sliding windows all around add to the open feel of the yacht and the ingenious design visually combines the interior and exterior deck space. The sundeck has an abundance of space for lounging, sunbathing around the Jacuzzi, and dining. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/124809/image/large-c3ca821b5d29f6af04adc919c30b27ea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/124809">Harle is equipped with the latest technology and has plenty of water toys to enjoy. The crew consists of a very experienced captain and his eager and capable team. Harle will be at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show (September 24-27, 2008). Please contact D.J. Kiernan for any inquiries regarding chartering a Feadship. Feadship America D.J. Kiernan / Manager, Charter Division phone +1 954 761 1830 / <a href="mailto:info@feadshipamerica.com?subject=Charter%20a%20Feadship%20%28SuperyachtTimes.com%29">info@feadshipamerica.com</a>