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The 37-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A Sulana37.0m (121'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2006">A Sulana</a> sold after just 98 days on the market. The deal was completed in-house at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Partners (Company)">Superyacht Partners</a>, with Will Bishop representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254305/image/large-8905904059d99e66602d4ab62476e35f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254305">Launched in 2006, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A Sulana37.0m (121'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2006">A Sulana</a> has a sloop rig and is built entirely from aluminium. She features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dixon Yacht Design (Company)">Dixon Yacht Design</a>, which also completed her naval architecture, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/31" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Munford Design (Company)">John Munford Design</a> penned her contemporary interior styling.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254300/image/large-dd0dbf67d2f1524e3a72ce4ad0cb6e89.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254300"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254262/image/large-f7d3a20d0b613ecfc4b113e917124826.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254262"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254298/image/large-38ffb7ae56420c056b7043f706ac6957.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254298"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A Sulana37.0m (121'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2006">A Sulana</a> underwent an extensive refit in 2016/17, as well as in 2022/21, and is a true ocean-going sailing yacht with trans-oceanic capabilities. She can accommodate as many as eight guests between four staterooms, all of which are particularly spacious for a yacht of her size.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254301/image/large-09cc0fa44768b5760735c0fe55a56f9c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254301"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254297/image/large-169d44b6728b0d6cfbfe05c9edc4e3c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254297">Performance-wise, she comes equipped with one <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> diesel 540 horsepower engine and can achieve a top speed of 13 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots. At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A Sulana37.0m (121'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2006">A Sulana</a> had a last known asking price of €6,750,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254296/image/large-8da36dc5c1ac71a895127495622f9076.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254296">

Holland Jachtbouw’s 37m yacht A Sulana sold

Holland Jachtbouw’s 37m yacht A Sulana sold in-house at Superyacht Partners, with a last known asking price of €6,750,000.

37m Holland Jachtbouw sailing yacht A Sulana sold

A guide to the yachts attending Palma International Boat Show 2023

SYT takes a look at the largest yachts attending this year's Palma International Boat Show.

The superyachts attending the Palma International Boat Show 2023

2023 St Barths Bucket Regatta yachts

The entry list for the 2023 St Barths Bucket  has been announced, with 26 yachts racing.

Yachts attending the 2023 St Barths Bucket Regatta

<a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ibiza JoySail - 2023">Ibiza JoySail</a> has announced that the third edition of the regatta will welcome J Class sailing yachts to its competition fleet. The regatta will return to Ibiza in the early autumn, to be held from 28 September to 1 October 2023.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259495/image/large-45ba0d6d6969f72c1e14e71b558872ef.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259495"><a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ibiza JoySail - 2023">Ibiza JoySail</a> has added that at least three J Class sailing yachts have confirmed their participation in the regatta. The J Class lineup celebrates Dutch shipbuilding, welcoming the legendary 43.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a>-built sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5761" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Svea43.6m (143'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Svea</a>, the 42.62-metre luxury sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2632" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Topaz42.62m (139'10&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2015">Topaz</a>, built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>, and the 43.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1221" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Claasen Shipyards (Company)">Claasen</a> flagship <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lionheart43.4m (142'5&quot;)Claasen Shipyards2010">Lionheart</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259501/image/large-9653f6f0b305a781567014b9cebc36a1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259501"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lionheart43.4m (142'5&quot;)Claasen Shipyards2010">Lionheart</a>’s captain, Toby Brand, confirmed, “We are super excited to be going to Ibiza JoySail and we are really looking forward to racing against the other Js. It's always great to be racing with them.”The team at <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ibiza JoySail - 2023">Ibiza JoySail</a> predict that more J Class sailing yachts will be among the competition fleet. Keen interest in the third edition of the <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ibiza JoySail - 2023">Ibiza JoySail</a> regatta made it an invitation-only event, following the great success of the inaugural and second editions of the regatta.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259504/image/large-61de7f4b98b5ac3d1ecafabb2370b68d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259504">Project Manager of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2632" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Topaz42.62m (139'10&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2015">Topaz</a>, Tim Kröger, celebrated the addition of J Class yachts to the fleet, stating, "It is a good chance to race against our J-Class compatriots, and secondly it’s the challenge to participate in a fairly new event in a new area and attractive race waters. As a team we are looking forward to well organized races and a tempting venue promising good sport. We followed last year’s event which looked like a great success."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259500/image/large-09326b3cd39094538dd22b7c32dccc7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259500">This fleet update is a point of celebration for the regatta, the modest first edition of which took place in 2021 and welcomed five sailing yachts to the late-season sailing regatta. The second edition of the event in 2022 saw the fleet almost triple in size, with 13 entries for the Balearic regatta, organised by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="STP (Company)">STP</a> Shipyard Palma and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2470" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Ibiza (Company)">Marina Ibiza</a>.The current fleet lineup for the 2023 edition of the <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ibiza JoySail - 2023">Ibiza JoySail</a> includes a collection of first-time participants taking to the waters, as well as a strong contingent of returnees from previous years.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259499/image/large-f5af0535d7db07841c2a84ff0911153f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259499">Among the registered yachts is the defending champion in the Perpetual Trophy and Performance Class, the 35.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a>-built sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5553" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moat35.2m (115'6&quot;)Nautor Swan2016">Moat</a>, no doubt eager to resume her nail-biting tussle with the 25.7-metre custom-built <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6043" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Allsmoke27.5m (90'3&quot;)Southern Wind2016">Allsmoke</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5553" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moat35.2m (115'6&quot;)Nautor Swan2016">Moat</a>’s twin sistership, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a>’s 35.11-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5631" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jasi35.11m (115'2&quot;)Nautor Swan2018">Jasi</a>, is also joining the fleet for the <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ibiza JoySail - 2023">Ibiza JoySail</a> regatta.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259503/image/large-348468fa31126f7d8aad4d4df5bd492a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259503">The Finnish shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> can take credit for the building of an impressive list of <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ibiza JoySail - 2023">Ibiza JoySail</a>’s 2023 fleet. Returning yachts built by the shipyard include the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12787" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dark Horse25.08m (82'3&quot;)Nautor Swan2013">Dark Horse</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8984" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sapma25.1m (82'4&quot;)Nautor Swan2012">Sapma</a>, both measuring at 25.05-metres. Other returning competitors include the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/577" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubois Yachts (Company)">Dubois</a>-designed YD 120 sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1638" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bliss36.8m (120'9&quot;)Yachting Developments2009">Bliss</a>, and the 47.42-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/595" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hyperion47.42m (155'7&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV1998">Hyperion</a>, built by the Dutch <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">German Frers</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259498/image/large-242a2cb0251debc9df82f08712ece6da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259498">Both reputation and excitement are increasing for the <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ibiza JoySail - 2023">Ibiza JoySail</a> regatta, which is held in the stunning Ibiza and Formentera region. Toby Brand, captain of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2079" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lionheart43.4m (142'5&quot;)Claasen Shipyards2010">Lionheart</a>, confirmed the excellent choice of racing ground, “We know Ibiza and Formentera well and we have been there many times in cruising mode, and it has never failed to deliver.”

J Class yachts added to Ibiza JoySail 2023 fleet

Ibiza JoySail announced that the 2023 fleet will welcome J Class yachts. The regatta will be held from 28 September to 1 October 2023.

Ibiza JoySail welcomes J Class yachts to its 2023 fleet

The 37-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A Sulana37.0m (121'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2006">A Sulana</a> is on the market. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/a-sulana/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht A Sulana, for sale</a>, has a sloop rig and is built entirely from aluminium. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254305/image/large-8905904059d99e66602d4ab62476e35f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254305">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sailing/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sailing yacht for sale</a> was launched in 2006 by the Dutch shipyard to exterior designs by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dixon Yacht Design (Company)">Dixon Yacht Design</a>, which also completed her naval architecture. It was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/31" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Munford Design (Company)">John Munford Design</a> that penned her contemporary interior styling. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254300/image/large-dd0dbf67d2f1524e3a72ce4ad0cb6e89.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254300"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254262/image/large-f7d3a20d0b613ecfc4b113e917124826.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254262">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> underwent an extensive refit in 2016/17 as well as in 2022/21, which has left her in good condition for her owner. She is a true ocean-going sailing yacht with trans-oceanic capabilities and has been designed for long transits in comfort. Her on deck spaces are spacious and comfortable and her cockpit features a large table and settee which is protected when underway.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254297/image/large-169d44b6728b0d6cfbfe05c9edc4e3c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254297"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254303/image/large-f0618c238e4e4749f05c8edfeedcaf5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254303"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254302/image/large-3ac7e3f2c7ee9b539387987778b1948f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254302">Thanks to her reliable sailing system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A Sulana37.0m (121'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2006">A Sulana</a> is extremely seaworthy and easy to manoeuvre for her owner, who can sail her with only two crew being necessary. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/holland-jachtbouw/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Holland Jachtbouw yacht for sale</a> can accommodate as many as eight guests between four staterooms, all of which are particularly spacious for a yacht of her size.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254299/image/large-0222dd1fa5611ef9154b6772fd77ad63.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254299"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254298/image/large-38ffb7ae56420c056b7043f706ac6957.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254298">Performance-wise, she comes equipped with one <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> diesel 540 HP engine and can achieve a top speed of 13 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254293/image/large-9788075e239762012dc59c90e1d777ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254293">

37m sloop sailing yacht A Sulana for sale

The 37m Holland Jachtbouw sloop sailing yacht A Sulana is on the market.

Holland Jachtbouw 37m sailing yacht A Sulana for sale

For any passionate sailor worth his salt, sailing aboard a classic J-Class yacht would be the pinnacle of their maritime career. For some however, life aboard the mythic J’s is not just a dream, but an everyday reality, and at times, an adrenaline overload. One of those rare few, is the Suffolk born Englishman, Will Gibbon, who has had the fortune to sail, cruise and live aboard not one, but two of these extraordinary vessels. Will is now in his fourth year as First Mate aboard the original 1933 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> J-Class, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>, but he began his career in the Class aboard the 41.55-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/792" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Danish Yachts (Company)">Danish Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/432" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ranger41.55m (136'4&quot;)Danish Yachts2003">Ranger</a>, a Spirit of Tradition J-Class which was built as an exact replica of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparkman & Stephens, Inc. (Company)">Sparkman &amp; Stephens</a>' Ranger, launched in 1937. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77147/image/large-d465539bc3e1937d189bed1804c5859f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77147">SYT’s Francesca Webster, caught up with Will, an old friend and wildly unsuccessful (on her part) first sailing coach, to talk about his entrance to the close knit world of classic yachts, his life aboard the sloops, and his all time best experiences.&nbsp;In his late teens, Will worked on the U.K.’s east coast for sailmaker John Parker at his loft OneSails GBR. The international team at OneSails cut cloth for some of the biggest names in the industry, designing sails for superyachts, as well as classics and dinghies. It was here that Will, already an experienced small boat sailor, began sailing and racing more frequently, eventually meeting English comedian Griff Rhys Jones and joining the race crew of his 1948 Bermudan <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparkman & Stephens, Inc. (Company)">Sparkman &amp; Stephens</a> yawl, Argyll. After three years as race crew, Will stepped up to the 19-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1110" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="William Fife (Company)">Fife III</a> sloop <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5208" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariquita38.1m (125'0&quot;)William Fife & Sons1911">Mariquita</a>, joining the permanent crew as deckhand. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/21917/image/large-0b83c5c1372e2212f045eeb9db383f5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/21917">In 2015, the news was announced that the entire existing J-Class fleet, minus <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>'s sister ship <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endeavour39.56m (129'9&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1934">Endeavour</a>, would be coming together in a momentous event at the 2017 America’s Cup in Bermuda. His passion for classic yachts already ignited, it was Will's firm ambition to join one of the Class and compete in the once in a lifetime regatta. Eventually his dream was recognised, with the invitation to join <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/432" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ranger41.55m (136'4&quot;)Danish Yachts2003">Ranger</a> as deckhand. “The mate at the time was promoted to captain, and he took me on and I worked through the ranks, which is the best way to learn these yachts. Even though <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/432" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ranger41.55m (136'4&quot;)Danish Yachts2003">Ranger</a> has had a refit since I was last aboard, I am still familiar with both of the yachts, having spent so much time aboard.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/195515/image/large-74bdf602eba6143a336b0fe716023033.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/195515">For many sailors who witnessed the 2017 America’s Cup, the spectacular show of the J-Class competition stood out as a pinnacle of the event. Processing through Hamilton Harbour, gigantic flags billowing at their stern, the J-Class yachts truly put on a show, and for Will it was a top moment of his career. “Bermuda is definitely the highlight for anyone that has sailed aboard these yachts in recent years, it is easily the highlight of my career.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/195513/image/large-ce1f6035c0d913dfafb3f22b12e18447.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/195513">It was not all fun and games however, the regatta was a serious affair and every owner, captain and crew wanted to take the top spot during the races. Racing on a yacht coming toward its centenary isn’t without its difficulties, and Bermuda posed some additional challenges for the crew. With the water temperature considerably hotter than the Mediterranean, and the yachts being pushed to their limits, sometimes with only thirty minutes between races. There wasn't much time to catch your breath, “One day we did three windward-leeward courses, which for a J-Class is massive, especially in the small space within the reef in Bermuda. The legs were really short so you’re running everything as hot as possible and down in the engine room it got to about 45-degrees, everything was bubbling a fair amount!”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/195512/image/large-d61bcbf043ee8584ce98502e67664278.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/195512">After Bermuda, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/432" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ranger41.55m (136'4&quot;)Danish Yachts2003">Ranger</a> wintered at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a>, and the following season, in 2018, Will joined the crew of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>, now as first mate. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a> is one of the busiest yachts in the Class, competing year in, year out, usually participating in four regattas annually. As Will explained, many of the Class’ take a year out after big racing seasons like 2017 because the investment of time means less time for cruising, the other hugely rewarding part of owning a J-Class. The owner of one of the newest J's to the fleet, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2632" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Topaz42.62m (139'10&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2015">Topaz</a>, launched in 2015, fortunately shares the enthusiasm for racing clearly displayed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>’s owner, and the two yachts go bow-to-bow at almost every regatta. On the rare occasion that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a> is the only J in the regatta fleet, she stands her ground on handicap against her contemporary counterparts, and in 2019 took the top spot at Les Voiles de St Tropez against the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/799" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros Armon (Company)">Astilleros Armon</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5097" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rambler32.5m (106'8&quot;)Astilleros Armon1982">Rambler</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McConaghy Boats (Company)">McConaughy Boats</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/314" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard 330.0m (98'5&quot;)McConaghy Boats2007">Leopard 3</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/79974/image/large-b99c0d0e6faa8dddb4ea6cd2c95239e9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/79974">Watching these iconic vessels sparring, be it in the Caribbean or off the coast of Southern France, one is struck by their grace; huge black carbon sails towering over hulls which look like pencils in the water. Despite their classic aesthetic however, these yachts are high performance beasts, as Will noted, “we are always pushing to get every last bit out of the boat, our rigger often reminds us ‘you only have to win by a second’.” Today the entire fleet features carbon masts and sails, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a> has hydraulic winches and Future Fibres rigging, a big upgrade from a few years ago. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/77148/image/large-2b46575ac18ba220f40e375346d82ea0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77148">When they aren’t competitively racing, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>’s owner joins the yacht throughout the year, and cruising is some of the crew’s favourite time aboard. When asked if a particular moment had stayed in Will's mind, a cruise in Greece when they spotted the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> 1934 J-Class <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endeavour39.56m (129'9&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1934">Endeavour</a>, the vessel which lost to the American defender Rainbow&nbsp;by Vanderbilt, Herreshoff and Burgess, immediately came to mind. The two yachts were sailing along the same reach and the crew from both put their minds to a race.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/94598/image/large-1744f1ef1e5d64f42ace47e5920f5c88.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/94598">With <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endeavour39.56m (129'9&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1934">Endeavour</a> almost never competing, and only the permanent crew of seven aboard, it was all hands on deck for their 20-minute spar, “that was a lot of fun, sailing short handed is some of the most fun you have and when we are cruising you go to some amazing places.” Sardinia is also a top spot for Will, and the Rolex Cup is one of his favourite regattas. Life aboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a> also has the additional benefit of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bystander42.18m (138'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2006">Bystander</a>, a 42.18-metre superyacht that accompanies the J. The superyacht, which was built by JFA Yachts and launched in 2006, carries additional crew, support and supplies and provides the accommodation for the owner after a long day of racing aboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/198077/image/large-07d8e02f9c2d3ccd509f5eda7c490c64.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/198077">For any sailer who hasa spent time aboard the classics, it is impossible not to touch on the maintenance of these yachts, which is a constant hum going on behind the scenes. Unlike their modern counterparts, many of which are made of carbon and GRP with wooden veneers, classic yachts demand constant work to retain them in pristine condition. Last year, while the pandemic raged across the world, and regattas were set aside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>'s team took the opportunity to conduct her 25 year survey. When she was most recently rescued from the mud and restored, latterly in 1997, it was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/231" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southampton Yacht Services Ltd (Company)">Southhampton Yacht Services</a> that conducted the work. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/69138/image/large-f16e6c423018d56133aed37ba823be08.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/69138">As for the future, Will has other dreams, but he can’t see himself stepping off of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a> any time soon, the possibility of an America’s Cup season in New Zealand, or perhaps the United Kingdom, is too much of a draw. After all, once you’ve conquered some of the most coveted super sailing yachts in the world, how can you tear yourself away...This article was originally published in&nbsp;<a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news/superyacht-times-newspaper-issue-39" target="_blank">Issue 41 of SuperYacht Times newspaper</a>. To read more stories like this one and to never again miss another issue of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, <a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">subscribe here</a>.

Interview with J-Class Velsheda First Mate

SYT sits down with Will Gibbon, professional sailor and First Mate aboard 1933 J-Class Velsheda. 

Velsheda: Life aboard a Golden Age J-Class

The 62-metre schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos63.25m (207'6&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> has completed an extensive refit with Amsterdam-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Huisfit</a>. The sailing yacht, originally built by Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a> with designs from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek Design</a>, was delivered in 2010. At the time of her delivery, she was the largest schooner to be built within <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>’s fleet.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249074/image/large-5f957faa46b5dca6cdedd525885f6de7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249074">The owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos63.25m (207'6&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> chartered her for a year before becoming her owner, falling in love with the elegant and regal schooner. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Huisfit</a> “He fell in love with the boat but saw many ways in which she could be optimised to enhance the amenities and user experience."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249076/image/large-a0c28b0f7a179506f27ee81b715c12b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249076">"As the project evolved in his mind, the refit list grew. And as the refit work got underway, so many additional opportunities to perfect the outcome presented themselves.”Read: <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/62m-sailing-yacht-athos-completes-major-refit-at-huisfit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/62m-sailing-yacht-athos-completes-major-refit-at-huisfit</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249067/image/large-17b963b751d6b0ad38257ae1fc5cd966.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249067">The overall process embraced refit, rebuild and renewal, updating and optimising all elements of the sailing yacht throughout. The stern overhang was extended by 1.25-metres, and though a seemingly modest extension, the concave and convex curves of the new section called for exceptional skills in the design and build of the aluminium structure in order to fit perfectly into the aluminium hull.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249082/image/large-19323964fff25c3c13cddf8965fd581d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249082">Her cockpit layouts were redesigned and a new forward navigation deckhouse was introduced. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos63.25m (207'6&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a>’ refit saw new booms and sails, as well as carbon rigging to ensure improved sail management and performance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249133/image/large-31bf10f7c69e5fad7affd102ac5def03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249133"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek Design</a> reunited with the 62-metre schooner once again, involved in all of her naval architecture, the interior styling and layout of the new owner’s cabin, one of the guest cabins, the main salon, the new crew service area and the navigation deckhouse.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249131/image/large-97a2b31cc4f6864bf5899c6592f2122a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249131">The extensive conversion of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos63.25m (207'6&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> inside and out saw all her systems updated, with a considerable amount of her interior replaced, reconfigured and updated. Today, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos63.25m (207'6&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> is a modern classic, with Peter Mikic Interiors responsible for the layout and styling of the main deckhouse and for the overall guest interior decoration.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249134/image/large-d567621c751920c499060d04f8f25330.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249134">The refit was a full-circle moment, “For the owner, it was a bonus to take <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos63.25m (207'6&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos&nbsp;</a>back to the location where she was originally built in 2010, now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Huisfit</a>’s Amsterdam deep water refit facility.”The refitted <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos63.25m (207'6&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> offers an enhanced onboard experience. She is available for charter this winter in the Caribbean and The Bahamas through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/259" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Y.CO (Company)">Y.CO</a>.

62m yacht Athos undergoes full conversion with Huisfit

The 62-metre schooner Athos recently underwent an extensive refit with Huisfit.

62m schooner Athos undergoes extensive refit with Huisfit

SuperYacht Times Synopsis July

The SuperYacht Times Synopsis, as brought to you by SYT iQ, gives you the rundown of the top business stories and market reports from last month.

SYT Synopsis: Top yacht news from  July

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a> delivered the 62-metre classic schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a>, its flagship, in 2010. The sailing yacht returned to its place of birth for a significant refit last year, which is now managed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>'s Huisfit facility. The work is now nearing completion, with the mast yet to be stepped following her relaunch.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235375/image/large-6b3bcbc234d50f8d930f598e6d60f64a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235375"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235372/image/large-23b2a1a6a4713e020bad7fafd7676730.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235372"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>’s dedicated refit division, Huisfit, was tasked with refreshing her interior and exterior design. “We have chosen Huisfit because they are reputed to be the best in the world....plus <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> was built here!” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a>’ captain Tony Brookes explained.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235377/image/large-16c2d11366eaf7c27d1988f56a07e052.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235377">The exterior design and naval architecture of the sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> was originally penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek Design Naval Architects</a>. She’s had an illustrious 12-years on the water, undertaking world tours and visiting idyllic destinations such as the Maldives, Micronesia, the South Pacific, Greenland and the Caribbean. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235376/image/large-6ee29da46fbf3893561a09cf51be8893.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235376"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235373/image/large-fde4c15e22b3bc765fabffae2215628f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235373">With 348 GT of interior volume and five staterooms, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> is the perfect companion for as many as 10 guests. The sailing yacht also has five cabins to carry up to nine crew, across five cabins. She’s equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines that give her a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 14 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235374/image/large-f71a1c15a7d5a3ca5ea34361ffc08ff0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235374">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54059" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="&quot;We want to be one of the major players in classic yachting&quot;: Tim van Daal of Holland Jachtbouw on the brand's rebirth (2021-11-11 11:00:00 +0100)">Tim van Daal of Holland Jachtbouw on the brand's rebirth</a> Jeremy “Bear” Wynne, representing the owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> during this project commented, ”The multiple modifications to ‘<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a>’ have been beautifully done. The attention to detail and finish is excellent. The new additions and modifications have not only improved the functionality of the yacht, they have also enhanced the appearance. I really look forward to the end result with great anticipation. I have no doubt at this stage that the new ‘<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a>’ will look amazing.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235371/image/large-570aaab42802cfdbd2b86a5b739b4e55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235371">

Holland Jachtbouw 62m sailing yacht Athos completes major refit at Huisfit

Holland Jachtbouw’s 62m sailing yacht Athos has completed a major refit at Huisman. 

Refit of Holland Jachtbouw 62m sailing yacht Athos nears completion at Huisfit

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>’s 40-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> sold in Spain. Gary Wright and Jonathen Zwaans of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/259" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Y.CO (Company)">Y.CO</a> represented the seller as joint CA with Ann Avery of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop and Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a> for the negotiations of this J-Class yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183610/image/large-9f54e5bee5f637d8801e742c7f5f48ae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183610">The sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> was delivered in 2012 and undertook a refit in 2019 with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5560" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PTW Shipyard (Company)">PTW Shipyard</a> in Spain. She was built as a replica of the classic J-Class yacht of the same name that won the 1934 America’s Cup, and is draped in accolades. The 2012-built <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> won the Naval Architecture Award for sailing yachts at the 2013 Showboats Design Awards and Best Sailing Yacht for 40m+ at the 2013 World Superyacht Awards. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/198992/image/large-4b6d62c0042e0bf6aaa4dc0446dcecf9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/198992">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> is a yacht for a discerning owner,” Jonathan Zwaans of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/259" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Y.CO (Company)">Y.CO</a> commented. “She is all about quality time on the water, not only providing superb sailing performance and exhilaration but the comfort of modern systems in one beautiful and very special package; she is a remarkable example of a J-Class yacht."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183628/image/large-e568e6af74f528e23753e98e73604df9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183628"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183629/image/large-c5b10313cb70352d9a2a0beb46eef210.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183629"><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> handled her styling and naval architecture, enlisting support from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="deVosdeVries design (Company)">deVosdeVries design</a> to curate her interior spaces. With 176 GT and three staterooms, the sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> can accommodate as many as eight guests. She can also carry seven crew.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183612/image/large-a439e7ab9abee28eef931f47fc386a65.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183612">Notably, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> is one of only two J-Class sailing yachts to feature an innovative hybrid propulsion and power system designed to reduce her carbon footprint. She’s been equipped with Hy-Store Li-ion batteries that can be charged while sailing, and which offer many hours of silent cruising. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183616/image/large-85c6d41fed0c4d3ac6f4819e131d2548.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183616"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183617/image/large-753853549926dc6d8e82fb3a7e67e648.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183617"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183618/image/large-a7d6bbef892168819b90a7b94783dc6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183618"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyd's</a> classed, MCA compliant for charter and the ideal platform for regattas or leisurely cruising. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> has an aluminum hull, carbon rig and EC6 rigging making her lightweight, nimble and a strong competitor. Thanks to a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1470" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scania (Company)">Scania</a> engine, the yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> has a cruising speed of 9 knots and a top speed of 11 knots, even with her sails furled. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183624/image/large-1467ead098fa7ffcb3bae0f673bc71a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183624"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183625/image/large-0bc37bd245a9edb4b95b021e98e7a273.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183625">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a> sailing joined the market with an asking price of €10,500,000, but was sold at the reduced €6,950,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183611/image/large-ef5de599fa73c3daac16daf56403b9d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183611">

Holland Jachtbouw 40m sailing yacht Rainbow sold

Holland Jachtbouw’s 40m sailing yacht Rainbow sold with a last known asking price of €6,950,000.

Sold: Holland Jachtbouw 40m sailing yacht Rainbow 

The 42.28-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fabulous Character42.28m (138'9&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Fabulous Character</a> has entered the market. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/fabulous-character/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Fabulous Character, for sale</a>, was delivered in 2010 from the Netherlands and has been impeccably maintained following a refit in 2018. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229948/image/large-f472989ab72aa9fd37bbc5266e67efb1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229948">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/holland-jachtbouw/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Holland Jachtbouw yacht for sale</a> features exterior and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Associates, Inc. (Company)">Langan Design Associates Inc.</a> Weathered limed oak has been used on the lower and main deck, changing to a more relaxed and nautical teak throughout the upper bridge deck. Her modern yet classic interior is the work of the British-based design studio, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/200" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rhoades Young Design (Company)">Rhoades Young</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fabulous Character42.28m (138'9&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Fabulous Character</a> certainly is a character with French Provencal finishes, elegant curves and flowing lines. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229954/image/large-09175cea3fa25198b5527a0a7370e226.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229954"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229951/image/large-70873d23483250ffc69cd9a86ab1db2a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229951">The fully-custom <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> features a symmetrical layout with the main deck, saloon and dining areas which continues forward to the master suite. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fabulous Character42.28m (138'9&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Fabulous Character’</a>s main saloon is comfortable and elegantly styled with limed oak panelling and a subtle Asian décor. Her aft deck can be accessed from here via teak double doors. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fabulous Character42.28m (138'9&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Fabulous Character</a> has entertaining in mind with removable carpets over her hardwood floors for an easy transformation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229952/image/large-ab142d4fa391083f6ad79829ba2c1967.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229952"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229953/image/large-e9fceb24dcd1b6b0b0f052309aa09812.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229953">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> is able to accommodate up to 10 guests across five luxurious staterooms with her owners suite located on the main deck. Her remaining four guest staterooms are located on the lower deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229949/image/large-a58ce624dd8bf10c4dc9cc2f3cd250c2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229949"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229955/image/large-a33660d83d3080bc7f9ef2d691f3be3e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229955"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fabulous Character42.28m (138'9&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Fabulous Character</a> has a beautiful central marble staircase that connects all three decks. On the upper deck, guests have the opportunity to dine alfresco with a second saloon also located here for a more casual setting. Up on the sun deck, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fabulous Character42.28m (138'9&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Fabulous Character</a> has a Jacuzzi, a relaxed seating area and cushioned sun pads. Her beach club, situated at the transom, can also be converted into an outdoor gym.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229950/image/large-e0737f7446d804b5e9c3ac0c20029512.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229950">Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fabulous Character42.28m (138'9&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Fabulous Character</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that provide her with an impressive top speed of 17 knots and a comfortable cruising speed of 14 knots.&nbsp;

42m Holland Jachtbouw motor yacht Fabulous Character for sale

The 42m Holland Jachtbouw motor yacht Fabulous Character, for sale, was launched in 2010.

The <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palma International Boat Show - 2022">Palma International Boat Show</a> will soon be in full swing as the event kicks off this Thursday. The show, which ceremoniously marks the advent of the Mediterranean nautical season, is set to welcome more than 227 exhibitors for 2022. Close to sixty yachts will be on display at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6679" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palma Superyacht Village (Company)">Palma Superyacht Village</a>, showcasing the best of the sailing and motor segments. Here is a rundown of the 10 largest that’ll be on display: <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/52783/image/large-69d9b6bb25fa83fd87a2946f8ed5c751.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/52783"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Germania Nova59.79m (196'2&quot;)Factoria Naval Marin2011">Germania Nova</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1138" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Factoria Naval Marin (Company)">Factoria Naval Marin</a>&nbsp;| &nbsp;59.79-metreThe 59.79-metre schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Germania Nova59.79m (196'2&quot;)Factoria Naval Marin2011">Germania Nova</a> by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1138" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Factoria Naval Marin (Company)">Factoria Naval Marin</a> will be the largest to be berthed in the port of Moll Vell in Palma. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Germania Nova59.79m (196'2&quot;)Factoria Naval Marin2011">Germania Nova</a> was launched 11 years ago and sports a naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2605" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SDC Ship Design & Consult GmbH (Company)">SDC Ship Design &amp; Consult GmbH</a>, and an interior by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oliver Design (Company)">Oliver Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/172251/image/large-2e61757fb4ddb66a9504786dbb26e860.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/172251"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pink Gin VI53.9m (176'10&quot;)Baltic Yachts2017">Pink Gin VI</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a>&nbsp;| 53.9-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a>’ <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pink Gin VI53.9m (176'10&quot;)Baltic Yachts2017">Pink Gin VI</a> may not be the largest sailing yacht in terms of length at this year’s event, but she is in terms of volume. The 2017-launched sailing yacht, designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/328" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Judel / Vrolijk & co (Company)">Judel / Vrolijk &amp; co&nbsp;</a>and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/329" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Design Unlimited (Company)">Design Unlimited</a>, has an impressive 340 GT and accommodation for as many as 12 guests. Notably, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pink Gin VI53.9m (176'10&quot;)Baltic Yachts2017">Pink Gin VI</a> is the world’s largest carbon-fibre sloop rigged sailing yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207772/image/large-a19d7c49b23e17d1951edca0ae07507f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207772"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4019" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ganesha46.0m (150'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2013">Ganesha</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>&nbsp;| 46-metreAt 46-metres, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4019" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ganesha46.0m (150'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2013">Ganesha</a> will be the third longest at the show. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>-built sailing yacht features an exterior and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/35" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubois Naval Architects Ltd. (Company)">Dubois Naval Architects Ltd</a>. and an interior styled by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/27" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Newcruise (Company)">Newcruise</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4019" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ganesha46.0m (150'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2013">Ganesha</a> was launched in 2013 and has raced competitively at some major regattas. With 251 GT and four staterooms, she can welcome up to eight guests onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/205386/image/large-6d0f4a927c25aff75b41abdeaf0d5403.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/205386"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Imagine D44.18m (144'11&quot;)Alloy Yachts2010">Imagine D</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/60" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alloy Yachts (Company)">Alloy Yachts</a>&nbsp;| 44.18-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Imagine D44.18m (144'11&quot;)Alloy Yachts2010">Imagine D</a> is another <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/35" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubois Naval Architects Ltd. (Company)">Dubois Naval Architects Ltd</a>. creation. The British-based design firm handled the exterior and naval architecture of this 2010-delivered sailing yacht, while it was her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/60" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alloy Yachts (Company)">Alloy Yachts</a> who directed her interior design. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Imagine D44.18m (144'11&quot;)Alloy Yachts2010">Imagine D</a> can comfortably accommodate as many as eight guests across four staterooms. In terms of performance, thanks to a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">CAT</a> engine, she can reach speeds of up to 14 knots, under power alone. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220161/image/large-3221a4a41b5776f06e4c30d1795b7e60.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220161"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Concorde Yachts (Company)">Concorde Yachts</a>&nbsp;| 41-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Concorde Yachts (Company)">Concorde Yachts</a> is one of the older yachts on the bill this year as she’s been seafaring for thirty years now. She’s the result of a collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Farr Yacht Design (Company)">Farr Yacht Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/443" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Derek Frost & Associates (Company)">Derek Frost &amp; Associates</a>, and it’s fair to say she’s timeless. With 225 GT of interior volume and five staterooms, up to 11 guests can be accommodated onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a>. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/110505/image/large-da872c1cd8223e99eadf344332e60668.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110505"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Surama40.64m (133'4&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV1997">Surama</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman Shipyard</a>&nbsp;| 40.70-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Surama40.64m (133'4&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV1997">Surama</a> is another sailing yacht from the 90s, and she’s somewhat of an icon. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/70" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fontaine Design Group (Company)">Fontaine Design Group</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/221" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ted Hood (Company)">Ted Hood</a> handled her exterior styling and naval architecture respectively, while it was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a> that curated her interior spaces. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Surama40.64m (133'4&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV1997">Surama</a> offers up to eight guests 230 GT of interior volume and plenty of space to lounge and socialise, both inside and out on deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183610/image/large-9f54e5bee5f637d8801e742c7f5f48ae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183610"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>&nbsp;| 40-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> is a J Class yacht that proved herself in a number of events, pretty much from the get-go after delivery. <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> handled her exterior styling and naval architecture, while it was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="deVosdeVries design (Company)">deVosdeVries design</a> who curated her interior. With 176 GT she is the eighth largest yacht to be built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/223406/image/large-104c2b8971e6a22225d20e7d3b679539.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/223406"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4231" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giraud39.83m (130'8&quot;)Admiral2013">Giraud</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a>&nbsp;| 39.83-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a>’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4231" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giraud39.83m (130'8&quot;)Admiral2013">Giraud</a> is the largest motor yacht in attendance this year, and the largest yacht in terms of volume. She was launched in 2013 and sports an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design &amp; Architecture</a>. Characterised by long, flowing lines that run from bow to stern, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4231" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giraud39.83m (130'8&quot;)Admiral2013">Giraud</a> has a crisp, contemporary exterior design. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/215439/image/large-2079f6c25743623eb55c83512bdf8b05.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/215439"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/446" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norfolk Star37.0m (121'5&quot;)Perini Navi1996">Norfolk Star</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a>&nbsp;| 37-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/446" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norfolk Star37.0m (121'5&quot;)Perini Navi1996">Norfolk Star</a>, designed in full by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a>, was launched in 1992 and underwent a multi-million dollar refit in 2020. With 164 GT and three staterooms, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/446" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norfolk Star37.0m (121'5&quot;)Perini Navi1996">Norfolk Star</a> can accommodate as many as six guests. And, thanks to a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engine, she can cruise at 10 knots and reach speeds of up to 12 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/87057/image/large-a4eb93cfcf95feca3c542ceaaee36288.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/87057"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/602" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Path35.77m (117'4&quot;)Baltic Yachts2011">Path</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a>&nbsp;| 35.77-metreSneaking in on this top 10 is the Finish-built Path. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a> enlisted <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/328" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Judel / Vrolijk & co (Company)">Judel / Vrolijk &amp; co</a> for the exterior and naval architecture of this modern sloop. She was launched in 2011 and can accommodate as many as eight guests across three staterooms.&nbsp;

The ten largest yachts on display at the Palma Superyacht Village 2022

A rundown of the 10 largest yachts at the Palma Superyacht Village 2022.  

PIBS 2022: The ten largest yachts on display at the Palma International Boat Show

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>’s 28-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4005" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Whirlwind28.0m (91'10&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw1998">Whirlwind</a> sold in New Zealand in an in-house deal with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>. Tim Langmead represented both the buyer and seller during these negotiations, and he extended his thanks to Jean-Marie Recamier for his assistance. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201877/image/large-2d2832c4d024b1ed770c7db22c7657de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201877"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4005" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Whirlwind28.0m (91'10&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw1998">Whirlwind</a> was launched in 1998 to a design brief conceived, in-full, by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek Design Naval Architects</a>. She has had numerous refit and maintenance appointments, her most recent was only last year which was conducted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Titan Marine Engineering (Company)">Titan Marine Engineering</a> in New Zealand. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201870/image/large-38cd4689d9f98266fdca4c63881ab42f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201870"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201872/image/large-93aadab98742040b98f6b6f5f17e060a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201872">She’s proven her salt as a true oceangoing sloop with a proven history of global circumnavigation. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek Design Naval Architects</a> constructed her out of aluminium and fitted her with a raised wheelhouse. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201876/image/large-8d6abd49ec32252468d6fb2aec695d21.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201876"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4005" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Whirlwind28.0m (91'10&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw1998">Whirlwind</a> can accommodate as many as eight guests onboard in her three ensuite staterooms. She has a full-beam main saloon which is split across two floors, offering guests a cosy dining area and a more open lounge area. She also features an impressive foredeck with panoramic views and twin dining tables in full alfresco style.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201874/image/large-4b806e6e0ce7b378fb1adc444fb75e53.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201874"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201873/image/large-545cc53c200148e99c1121f875336451.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201873">Another great feature of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4005" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Whirlwind28.0m (91'10&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw1998">Whirlwind</a> is her large lazarette where diving equipment, bikes, fishing gear and other toys can be safely stowed away. Thanks to her single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1633" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lugger (Company)">Lugger</a> engine, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4005" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Whirlwind28.0m (91'10&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw1998">Whirlwind</a> can cruise at 9 knots, even when her sail is furled. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201875/image/large-8289dde22f755da48ebd552e3a5465ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201875">She was sold with a last known asking price of €875,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201871/image/large-e2d67a1140b8b842ffc7430149003fb1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201871">

Holland Jachtbouw’s 28m sailing yacht Whirlwind sold 

Holland Jachtbouw’s 28m sailing yacht Whirlwind sold with a last known asking price of €875,000.

Sold: Holland Jachtbouw’s 28m Whirlwind 

It was announced last week that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4972" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VMG Yachtbuilders (Company)">VMG YachtBuilders</a> is developing its capacity amid increased demand for the company’s yachts. In Spring 2022 the company will begin the construction of two halls for the construction and refit of yachts up to 60 metres. We chatted to Tim van Daal, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>, which <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4972" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VMG Yachtbuilders (Company)">VMG</a> purchased in 2020, to find out more about the expansions and the company’s plan for the historic shipyard with its legacy for the construction of classic sailing yachts. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/211079/image/large-e71ac7a4036ce0cc95c47cee00af0ac6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/211079">Situated in Enkuizen, the expanded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4972" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VMG Yachtbuilders (Company)">VMG</a> site is opposite the current shipyard and will be the launching point for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>. “When we purchased <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a> we also purchased all of its technical archive and all of the rights to its client database, logos and brands. It is absolutely our intention to begin building custom designed yachts for our clients next year.”&nbsp;Van Daal has previously been quoted in saying, “our ultimate goal is to build a J-Class one day” but asked if the purchase of the shipyard and its legacy had always been the goal, the answer was eye-opening. “It was not the initial plan to buy <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>, we were looking to take over a new shipyard space and were contacted by the family of the founder Chris Gongriep, who were looking for a new home for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a> and a way to keep the brand alive. Ultimately the decision was easy because our relationship with the family became very strong and we recognise the legacy and honour of continuing the company which has seen the construction of so many exceptional vessels.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/13225/image/large-c4c8617fc142892f3ff0346a3ec4ae6e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/13225"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a> was established in 1990 and completed some world-renowned builds since its inauguration, including the super sailing yachts <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> and two of the legendary J-Class fleet; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rainbow40.0m (131'3&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2012">Rainbow</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2632" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Topaz42.62m (139'10&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2015">Topaz</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/46710" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw owner passes away (2016-12-14 09:30:00 +0100)">In 2017 the brand collapsed following the sudden death of Gongriep</a>, and though there was early <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/46821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman’s interest in Holland Jachtbouw facility (2017-01-20 13:00:00 +0100)">speculation that Royal Huisman may purchase the brand</a>, this did not come to pass. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/49914" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman expands with former Holland Jachtbouw facility takeover (2019-05-15 14:15:00 +0200)">Though they did rent the hangars in the Port of Amsterdam</a>, they did not take on the company as a whole so the shipyard closed and its employees were dismissed. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/29068/image/large-45047a36e7f1c5dff069fdaf7f644dcc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/29068">For van Daal the acquisition is an exciting opportunity. He commented, “we want to be one of the major players in classic yachting and have already proven that we are capable of matching the quality of the original brand.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/3347/image/large-c659889627c301a8fc88e7e2669c21f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/3347">When asked whether the other shipyards had welcomed the move, he assured us that the classic yachting community has been extremely welcoming, offering support and advice on the ongoing projects. Andre Hoek, who has made so many of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a>’s vessels, gave the company a warm endorsement; “The response has been absolutely warm from all sides, with everyone in the industry, particularly the designers, grateful that this historic brand has been given the chance for survival.”&nbsp;

VMG YachtBuilders and its plans for legendary Holland Jachtbouw

We spoke to Tim van Daal, CEO of Holland Jachtbouw about VMG's plans for the shipyard and its rebirth.

"We want to be one of the major players in classic yachting": Tim van Daal of Holland Jachtbouw on the brand's rebirth

The 28-metre sailing yacht <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/whirlwind" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Whirlwind is for sale</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/holland-jachtbouw/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Holland Jachtbouw yacht for sale</a> was custom-designed for an experienced owner and launched in 1998. She more recently underwent a refit in 2013.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201877/image/large-2d2832c4d024b1ed770c7db22c7657de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201877"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4005" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Whirlwind28.0m (91'10&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw1998">Whirlwind</a> was fully designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek Design Naval Architects</a> and has an all-aluminum hull and superstructure. A true oceangoing sloop with a raised pilothouse, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">the yacht for sale</a> has a proven history having circumnavigated the world.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201874/image/large-4b806e6e0ce7b378fb1adc444fb75e53.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201874"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201873/image/large-545cc53c200148e99c1121f875336451.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201873"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201875/image/large-8289dde22f755da48ebd552e3a5465ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201875">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sailing/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sailing yacht for sale</a> can accommodate eight guests in three en suite cabins. Berths are available for up-to four crew. She features an impressive foredeck with panoramic views, a spacious cockpit where guests can enjoy al fresco dining, a full-beam saloon, and a large lazarette to store scuba diving equipment, bikes, fishing gear and other toys.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201870/image/large-38cd4689d9f98266fdca4c63881ab42f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201870"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/201872/image/large-93aadab98742040b98f6b6f5f17e060a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/201872">She has one <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1633" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lugger (Company)">Lugger</a> diesel engine and can reach a top speed of 11 knots, and a cruising speed of 9 knots.

Holland Jachtbouw sailing yacht Whirlwind for sale

The 28m Holland Jachtbouw sailing yacht Whirlwind is for sale. She was built in 1998 and refitted in 2013.