Netherlands

IHC Verschure

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/253203/image/large-1fc5191d1eb192a4dddc711a6935591d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/253203">Currently anchored off the coast of Brabant Island in Antarctica is the 77.4-metre explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a>. Built by the Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/684" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IHC Verschure (Company)">IHC Verschure</a> in 1974 as an icebreaking tug, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> (ex: &nbsp;Giant I) was converted into the world's first Class 1 icebreaker superyacht in 2003. Now a fully-fledged expedition superyacht, she was rebuilt by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">Icon Yachts</a> in 2016 and features a lavish interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/686" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Misiag Design (Company)">John Misiag</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/687" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shelley McNaughton Interior Designs (Company)">Shelley McNaughton</a>, with exterior styling by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>. Amongst the list of works completed in order to upgrade her to an ice-breaking passenger ship, her stern was lengthened by 3.6 metres and her superstructure was completely redesigned and her mast rebuilt.&nbsp;Onboard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> can accommodate up to 22 guests in her 11 city-themed staterooms. Special features include a Balinese-style spa with a dedicated spa specialist, a 16-person heated Jacuzzi and waterfall on her main deck and a 14-seat cinema room. Lastly, among a spread of tenders and toys, she is equipped to support everything from submersibles to heli-operations and dive expeditions in either the icy waters of Antarctica or the sunny seas of the Mediterranean.

Explorer yacht Legend in Antarctica

The 77m explorer yacht Legend is seen here anchored in Antarctica.

From cinemas to spas, SuperYacht Times takes a look at some of the most unusual charter yachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221436/image/large-9a848cef3fa26588d802262415a73790.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221436"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>&nbsp;| 2008 | 75.5-metreFor those looking to celebrate, the 75.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a> has plenty of space and options for up to 12 guests. Some of her impressive features include both an indoor and outdoor cinema with a viewing point of the Jacuzzi aft. Wheels also comes with a new Canadian Spa hot tub and an observation area on her top deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221435/image/large-6d87c769f573079f2e045266ba330f42.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221435">But her most impressive feature is the main deck saloon that can be transformed into a disco area. Ceiling panels retract to reveal the full array of disco lights, and wall units open up to divulge the yacht’s very own smoke machines! She also comes with a plethora of toys plus a dedicated onboard masseuse and fitness instructors. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a> is available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> for $850,000 p/week (winter) and €790,000 p/week (summer).<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204340/image/large-16cd151c0eecf9464e5877e5383807f0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204340"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/684" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IHC Verschure (Company)">IHC Verschure</a>&nbsp;| 1974 | 77.4-metreThe 77.4-metre yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> offers a home away from home for up to 22 guests in her 11 city-themed staterooms. The 1974 yacht is well equipped to support everything from submersibles to heli-operations and dive expeditions in either the icy waters of Antarctica or the sunny seas of the Mediterranean. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/213694/image/large-b68d491af13fd7eb47a0090199fba444.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/213694">A Balinese style spa with dedicated spa specialist, 8-person Jacuzzi and sauna is the perfect retreat after exploring, as well as her 16-person heated Jacuzzi and waterfall feature on her main deck. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> also features a 14-seat cinema room for films or watching back over family movies.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/10220/image/large-610a84353eade4fcfae472593b222ee5.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/10220"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Saluzi69.1m (226'8&quot;)Austal2003">Saluzi</a>&nbsp;|<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Austal (Company)">Austal</a>&nbsp;| 2003 | 69.1-metreOne of the most recognisable charter yachts is the 69.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Saluzi69.1m (226'8&quot;)Austal2003">Saluzi</a> with its bold and distinctive exterior design. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luiz de Basto Designs (Company)">Luiz de Basto</a> design is reminiscent of a hip Miami hotel with its modern art and bright colours both inside and out. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251830/image/large-2bd2ef15d95520fa1f738c8a0fe0a021.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251830"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Saluzi69.1m (226'8&quot;)Austal2003">Saluzi</a> is able to accommodate 32 guests across 16 staterooms, whilst entertaining them with an outdoor cinema, karaoke bar, sauna, beauty room and two Jacuzzis. This charter yacht is designed with party people in mind, to ensure that her guests are always entertained. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Saluzi69.1m (226'8&quot;)Austal2003">Saluzi</a> is offered for charter 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 International</a> for $480,000 p/week. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251831/image/large-3e0db74917af5cdf38fa2bfee18de984.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251831">Berge | Custom | 2021 | 55-metreThe 55-metre Berge is the first ever private luxury charter yacht to cruise the River Nile in Egypt. Her unique build profile, constructed by Custom, makes her stand out from others in her class and sees her as a floating house on water. Berge is a unique charter yacht that offers an intimate experience for up to 18 guests across 9 staterooms, as well as a crew of 19 tastefully decorated in a soothing palette. &nbsp;Berge offers an on deck plunge pool complete with water jets as well as a spacious saloon and dining area so guests are always able to relax. Berge is available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/206" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachting Partners International (Company)">YPI</a> from $92,500 p/week (winter) and $84,040 p/week (summer).<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/99246/image/large-a915d6ada59d231dd3efe83a2c7ca495.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/99246"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvaje56.4m (185'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts2014">Mondango 3</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;| 2013 | 56.40-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvaje56.4m (185'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts2014">Mondango 3</a> is one of the most sought-after luxury yachts on the charter market, with its eclectic interior and stylish exterior that takes the concept of superyacht sailing to a whole new level. She is designed to turn heads at every port with her voluminous interior that is full of character with a carved leather wall with glass inserts on her main deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/99241/image/large-a626a883d2f846889221135510ef631f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/99241"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvaje56.4m (185'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts2014">Mondango 3</a> is able to accommodate 11 guests in five beautifully decorated staterooms each with their own identity. A Jacuzzi is situated on her aft deck while her tenders are stowed out of sight beneath the foredeck.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>.Note:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvaje56.4m (185'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts2014">Mondango 3</a>&nbsp;has been renamed&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvaje56.4m (185'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts2014">Salvaje</a>&nbsp;since this article was first published.

Five unique charter yachts

From cinemas to spas, SuperYacht Times takes a look at some of the most unusual charter yachts.

From open-air cinemas to Balinese spas: Five unique charter yachts

Last year was gilded in gold for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a> as the yacht architecture and design studio celebrated its fiftieth anniversary. More than 77 yachts are in the global fleet that sport a design coined by the Dutch-based studio. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a> has partnered up with more than 20 shipyards, who’ve worked hammer and tongs to see <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">DIANA</a>’s designs come to life. The studio is perhaps most renowned for its architectural drawing, but that’s not where life began for the studio.&nbsp;<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Q5BQox7s2ZA?&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">DIANA</a> was founded in 1971 and the team dived head first into some pretty major projects. The first superyacht designed by the studio was the 34.4-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/507" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="C Side34.4m (112'10&quot;)Feadship1979">C-Side</a> by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/11" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Vries Lentsch (Company)">De Vries scheepsbouw</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">DIANA</a>’s design signature is timeless and dynamic, but there is certainly a radical streak that courses through its projects. The converted 77.4-metre icebreaking tug <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/684" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IHC Verschure (Company)">IHC Verschure</a> is certainly testament to this.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217550/image/large-4edf3843a54447b03742b0beb34d5ee6.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217550">While <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> is draped in accolades, it's not the only trailblazing vessel to come out of the Dutch design studio and it sits comfortably alongside some pretty impressive collaborations. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/40" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Hakvoort Shipyard (Company)">Royal Hakvoort</a>’s 38.25-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Soprano38.25m (125'6&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2017">Soprano</a> as one example, and the run of strictly utilitarian and adventure-ready <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1756" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tansu Yachts (Company)">Tansu</a>-built yachts is another. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/223498/image/large-17ef677ff8a8036446cddd99b3d71d79.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/223498">Fast forward to 2022 and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">DIANA</a> is just as prolific and just as daring. The 27m <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9444" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Avontuur27.4m (89'11&quot;)Lynx Yachts2022">Avontuur</a> (Dutch for adventure) was launched from her builder’s, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3031" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lynx Yachts (Company)">Lynx</a>’s, facility earlier this year and has recently completed her sea trials. 15 yachts that feature naval architecture and engineering by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">DIANA</a> are currently in-build, 10 of which are being constructed in the Netherlands.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232481/image/large-2f150040b782b1cb3b051f636adbffc3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232481">Besides the projects in-build, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">DIANA</a> is working on an all-new 70.17-metre superyacht concept, dubbed Project Kaizen – and she looks gorgeous. Her name draws influence from the philosophy driving this project, continual improvement and “a change for better.” An ongoing task for such a prolific design studio with an impressive fleet.“This project was a logical step for our design team,” Hans-Maarten Bais, Creative Director and Naval Architect at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>, said. “We continually work on larger and more complex projects, so at 70-metres and with all its intricacies, Project Kaizen embodies our drive for continual improvement.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230127/image/large-43117e63b6a265205574260c07396cff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230127">Project Kaizen is striking from first glance; she has firm, clean lines that run across her profile that are both muscular and modern. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">DIANA</a> has drawn her with staggered, cutaway sections midship that lends her a sleek, modern aesthetic. The design team also made great use of glass, layering it around the profile in a complex manner to further this characteristic.“Our main focus for the 70 metre concept was to create a modern and timeless yacht that caters to the needs of a family that spans three generations,” Casper Marelis, Designer and Naval Architect at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>, explained. “It was important for us to create a project where everyone on board has plenty of opportunities to socialise all together, without compromising on private areas. To actualise this, we dedicated a deck to each generation.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232480/image/large-b1d60e52fb1352efe617f97e7030c65c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232480"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232482/image/large-22fd133c4df71814566f07c50ed843da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232482">Project Kaizen promises 1,750 GT, a 12.65-metre beam and an interior design that's in tune with nature and the natural environment. Glass is found throughout, flooding the interior with natural light and allowing guests to take in the views from most areas. Added to that is the collection of balconies – both for guests and the owner’s private use – and, of course, the generous deck areas. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">DIANA</a> has also fitted her with a Zen garden filled with trees and plants, that extends from the owner’s deck to the sports deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230125/image/large-2bbcddb349db896527e14d75c03f61e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230125">While Project Kaizen offers privacy in spades, she’s just as generous with social spaces. Her main salon, for one, is split across two levels to really open up the space and create an environment where the whole family can unwind together, while still enjoying their own leisurely pursuits. The deck areas are just as accommodating and the aft area is open and fitted with an infinity pool, swim platforms and a cluster of sunbeds – spacious enough for the whole family. As the sundeck has been reserved for sports and activities, the aft area is free of all equipment and when a family member wants to workout they can do so with panoramic views and in privacy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230121/image/large-f86426f6228017751b1954a019e1f648.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230121"> “We didn’t just design Project Kaizen to be used for families, we wrote family-living into every aspect of the yacht,” Nick Hoedjes, Designer at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>, added. “The last few years were a stark reminder of the importance of spending quality time with family and loved ones, and we are driven to create a space for this. Project Kaizen has something for every generation.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232479/image/large-29a49ea226d90d2d9d1d7b52c96d7aac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232479"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a> wouldn’t be the studio it is today without the ecosystem that it’s organically developed over the past fifty years. It has a reservoir of knowledge that spans all three arms of yacht design: design, naval architecture and engineering. Project Kaizen is but the most recent project that showcases <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">DIANA</a>’s design strength.

70m superyacht design Project Kaizen

DIANA caught up with SYT to discuss its all-new 70m superyacht concept, dubbed Project Kaizen.

Designing with Diana: Lifting the lid on the 70m superyacht design Project Kaizen

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217550/image/large-4edf3843a54447b03742b0beb34d5ee6.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217550">Captured last week in Antarctica by the photographer hired to shoot her for the season is the 77.4-metre explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a>. Built by the Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/684" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IHC Verschure (Company)">IHC Verschure</a> in 1974 as an icebreaking tug, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> (ex: &nbsp;Giant I) was converted into the world's first Class 1 icebreaker superyacht in 2003. Now a fully-fledged expedition superyacht, she was rebuilt by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a> in 2016 and features a lavish interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/686" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Misiag Design (Company)">John Misiag</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/687" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shelley McNaughton Interior Designs (Company)">Shelley McNaughton</a>, with exterior styling by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>. Amongst the list of works completed in order to upgrade her to an icebreaking passenger ship, her stern was lengthened by 3.6 metres, whilst her superstructure was completely redesigned and her mast rebuilt. Her hull was repainted in an attractive dark grey, making her stand out, particularly on visits to the arctic regions.

77m explorer yacht Legend in Antarctica

The 77m explorer yacht Legend is captured here cruising in Antarctica.

We are feeling a bit of wanderlust in these dark and cold winter days and are looking back over the glorious heat of summer. We thought we'd share with you some shots when Charl van Rooy disappeared to Sardinia to capture some yachts at anchor.&nbsp;In his own words "Among the summer superyacht hotspots, Sardinia’s Emerald Coast is arguably one the most breathtaking. Its vibrant sunrises and sunsets, east to west coastline orientation and ice blue water tones form the perfect backdrop for a superyacht getaway. Home to some of the largest and newest yachts each season, August on the Italian island is a yachtspotter’s paradise with just a few miles of coastline playing host to several billion dollars worth of superyacht masterpieces. I returned to my favourite yacht spotting destination this summer and here are just some of the photos I came home with."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204217/image/large-65d1de4b60218c909784d764c703efe9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204217"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5968" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Al Lusail123.0m (403'7&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Al Lusail</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>&nbsp;| 2017 | 123-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5968" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Al Lusail123.0m (403'7&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Al Lusail</a>, the new 123-metre-long <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> motor yacht. The yacht was launched at the German shipyard in 2016 after the construction of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H2 Yacht Design (Company)">H2 Yacht Design</a>’s handiwork was completed. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4604" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="March & White (Company)">March &amp; White</a>, another London design office, is behind the interior style of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5968" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Al Lusail123.0m (403'7&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Al Lusail</a>. The Qatari-flagged yacht is currently cruising the Indian Ocean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204297/image/large-d114d929808211547aa59ba578f96542.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204297"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3972" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hampshire II78.5m (257'7&quot;)Feadship2012">Hampshire II</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>&nbsp;| 2012 | 78.2-metreCompleted in 2012, the once all-white <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/feadship" target="_blank">Feadship</a> underwent a cosmetic change in 2018 that matches the style of her cruising companion, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sherpa" target="_blank">Sherpa</a>. Measuring 78.5-metres, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/hampshire-ii" target="_blank">Hampshire II</a> was launched in 2012 and built to a design by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/rwd" target="_blank">RWD</a> who is behind both the exterior and interior look of the vessel. On deck she features a crow’s nest for panoramic views, a beach club designed to facilitate the owner’s passion for windsurfing and sailing, and a helicopter pad on the foredeck which converts into a netted playing field for basketball, tennis, baseball or badminton.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204340/image/large-16cd151c0eecf9464e5877e5383807f0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204340"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/684" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IHC Verschure (Company)">IHC Verschure</a>&nbsp;| 1974 | 77.4-metreThe superyacht was launched following her conversion in 2014 and her interior was completed by Thom Beerens and Jan Verkerk. Amongst the list of works completed in order to upgrade her to an icebreaking passenger ship, her stern was lengthened by 3.6 metres, whilst her superstructure was completely redesigned and her mast rebuilt. Her hull was repainted in an attractive dark grey, and will be sure to make her stand out, particularly on visits to the arctic regions.&nbsp;The superyachts conversion was designed by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/diana-yacht-design" target="_blank">Diana Yacht Design</a> and completed at <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/icon" target="_blank">ICON Yachts</a> in the Netherlands.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204471/image/large-4929456adc4d3985be4fc581ad2e46fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204471"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5796" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses116.0m (380'7&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2018">Ulysses</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2996" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kleven Maritime AS (Company)">Kleven Maritime</a>&nbsp;| 2018 | 116-metre and&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6847" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris139.7m (458'4&quot;)Lloyd Werft2021">Solaris</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1075" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd Werft (Company)">Lloyd Werft</a>&nbsp;| 2021 | 139.7-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5796" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses116.0m (380'7&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2018">Ulysses</a> was built jointly in Norway at the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/kleven-maritime-as" target="_blank">Kleven</a> shipyard and later completed at <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/dorries-maritime-services-gmbh-co-kg" target="_blank">Dörries Maritime</a> in Bremerhaven, Germany. Delivered in 2018, she features an exterior design by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/rwd" target="_blank">RWD</a> while <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/marinteknik-verkstads-ab" target="_blank">Marin Teknik</a> developed the commercial platform on which the yacht is built. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/oscar-mike-limited" target="_blank">Oscar Mike</a> from New Zealand worked on the naval architecture of the project to ensure a more comfortable and luxurious experience on board.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6847" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris139.7m (458'4&quot;)Lloyd Werft2021">Solaris</a> was launched by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/lloyd-werft" target="_blank">Lloyd Werft</a> earlier this year and designed by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/marc-newson-ltd" target="_blank">Marc Newson</a> for an experienced owner, she is one of the largest vessels to have touched the water in 2021. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/solaris-140m" target="_blank">Solaris</a> features over 2,000 square-metres of glass, culminating in the largest panes ever used in the luxury yachting industry.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204396/image/large-00de205b286203be313ba0c0b66d0d9b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204396"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204376/image/large-8e5dbab8d01013b9d8bc55fc002e8fc7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204376"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nord141.63m (464'8&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2021">Nord</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>&nbsp;| 2017 | 123-metre and below with&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3527" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady M65.0m (213'3&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts2013">Lady M&nbsp;</a>|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/121" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palmer Johnson Yachts (Company)">Palmer Johnson</a>&nbsp;| 2013 | 65-metreLaunched in 2020 and delivered in 2021 as one of the largest superyachts in the fleet at 10,154 GT, is the 142-metre superyacht <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/nord" target="_blank">Nord</a>. Formerly known as Project Opus, she was built at the German shipyard <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/lurssen" target="_blank">Lürssen</a> in Bremen with <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/moran-yacht-ship" target="_blank">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> overseeing her build. Designed inside and out by the Italian studio <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/nuvolari-lenard" target="_blank">Nuvolari Lenard</a>, motor yacht <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/nord" target="_blank">Nord</a> is made from steel and aluminium to PYC standards. The warship style vessel encompasses six decks and can accommodate up-to 36 guests across 20 cabins. Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/121" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palmer Johnson Yachts (Company)">Palmer Johnson</a> in 2013 as the longest superyacht ever to come from the American shipyard’s Sturgeon Bay facility, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3527" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady M65.0m (213'3&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts2013">Lady M</a>’s highly contemporary exterior by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/65" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuvolari Lenard (Company)">Nuvolari Lenard</a> stood in stark contrast with the ancient city backdrop. Not only finished with a striking exterior, Lady M is also capable of reach a top speed of 28 knots and cross the Atlantic on a single tank of fuel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204225/image/large-1315e6c1dbf813ef6be04fd37c0d2621.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204225"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Anna110.0m (360'11&quot;)Feadship2018">Anna</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>&nbsp;| 2018 | 110-metreAs the largest yacht currently in the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/feadship" target="_blank">Feadship</a> fleet, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/feadship" target="_blank">Anna</a> comes with several special features on board and was built as the first superyacht to accommodate tilt-rotor aircraft on her foredeck landing pad. Her bold design is the work of <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/michael-leach" target="_blank">Michael Leach</a> who also worked on the interior of the yacht together with Brian J. McCarthy. Fitted with an advanced diesel-electric propulsion system, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/anna-110m" target="_blank">Anna's</a> long-distance cruising capabilities are complemented with environmentally friendly propulsion modes for unlimited exploring in some of the most sensitive marine environments.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204344/image/large-ce1d63171a3649987de994a30b1bdeb5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204344"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/282" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Limitless96.25m (315'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1997">Limitless</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>&nbsp;| 1997 | 96.25-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/282" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Limitless96.25m (315'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1997">Limitless</a> was built by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/lurssen" target="_blank">Lürssen</a> in 1997 to a design by the late <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/bannenberg-rowell" target="_blank">Jon Bannenberg</a>. The yacht was one of the largest of her time and also the largest American-owned private yacht at the time of her delivery. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/limitless" target="_blank">Limitless</a> features an interior designed by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/frana-ois-catroux" target="_blank">Francois Catroux</a>, who also designed the beautiful interior of another <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> giant, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/eos" target="_blank">EOS</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204238/image/large-e4065fa8b3c8e6ff3cc79a188fb92e93.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204238"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6282" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Artefact80.0m (262'6&quot;)Nobiskrug2020">Artefact</a>&nbsp;| Nobiskrug | 2020 | 80-metresCommissioned by a visionary and technically-minded owner, the 80-metre yacht <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/artefact" target="_blank">Artefact</a> is one of the yard's most eco-friendly projects to date. Completed in 2020, the superyacht features an exterior design by <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/gregory-c-marshall" target="_blank">Gregory C Marshall</a> and her interior comes from the drawing boards of<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/reymond-langton" target="_blank">&nbsp;Reymond Langton</a>. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/artefact" target="_blank">Artefact</a> has a sophisticated propulsion system, solar panels and a large battery storage system that allows her to operate for a limited time with no use of internal combustion engines. &nbsp;

In Pictures: Superyachts in Sardinia

We are looking back to warmer summer days with these pictures of superyachts in Sardinia.

In Pictures: A Sardinian Summer

This week’s <a href="https://3d.superyachttimes.com/" target="_blank">SYT 3D</a> yacht of the week is the 77.4-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a>, the explorer yacht converted from a 1974 tug, built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">IHC Verschure</a>. The superyacht conversion was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a> and completed at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a> in the Netherlands.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/205063/image/large-11cc18b93022fdaeb3c5cacaefc69366.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/205063">The superyacht was launched following her conversion in 2014 and her interior was completed by Thom Beerens and Jan Verkerk. Amongst the list of works completed in order to upgrade her to an icebreaking passengership, her stern was lengthened by 3.6 metres, whilst her superstructure was completely redesigned and her mast rebuilt. Her hull was repainted in an attractive dark grey, and will be sure to make her stand out, particularly on visits to the arctic regions.<ul><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/45680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The 77m newly-refitted explorer Legend hits the water (2016-03-25 13:30:00 +0100)">The 77m newly-refitted explorer Legend hits the water</a></li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/47100" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Brokerage deal of the week: the ultimate 77m explorer yacht Legend (2017-04-13 09:30:00 +0200)">Brokerage deal of the week: the ultimate 77m explorer yacht Legend</a></li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/49689" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="77m explorer yacht Legend finds new owner (2019-03-14 17:06:00 +0100)">77m explorer yacht Legend finds new owner</a></li></ul><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/205061/image/large-92b571a744521929d0b6c65694b590c5.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/205061">Furthermore, heavy cranes were also added to the impressive vessel to enable the efficient lifting of a wide variety of tenders and toys, whilst the aft deck was completely reimagined as a fully classified helicopter deck. Living up to her explorer classification, she also comes with a luxurious submarine<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/205062/image/large-3fac16b2975002b0a4f8313f454f738d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/205062"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> is one of the many explorer yachts in <a href="https://3d.superyachttimes.com/world" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT 3D</a>, including the 126.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a> and the 74-metre Barracuda Explorer from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/205064/image/large-3e1841ab89314cde05df5da0f4008142.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/205064">If you would like to see your own superyacht in the <a href="https://3d.superyachttimes.com/" target="_blank">SYT 3D</a> world, please <a href="https://superyachttimes.ac-page.com/add-my-yacht" target="_blank">get in touch with our team</a>.

SYT 3D superyacht Legend

This week's SYT 3D yacht of the week is the 77m conversion superyacht Legend.

SYT 3D Yacht of the Week: 77m conversion superyacht Legend

While a superyacht can take you all over the world, a submarine can take you further. With the ability to show guests beneath surfaces both familiar and unfamiliar, a submarine not only can be useful for scientific exploration but also for providing the ultimate, rounded yachting experience. Having seen some of the latest <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> models, such as the <a href="https://superyachtsalesandcharter.com/sales/umbra-006-triton-3300-submersible/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Umbra 006</a> and <a href="https://superyachtsalesandcharter.com/sales/umbra-007-triton-3300-submersible/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Umbra 007</a>, available for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Sales and Charter (Company)">Superyacht Sales &amp; Charter</a>, SuperYacht Times has taken a closer look at some of the world’s largest explorer yachts that carry supreme submarines: 182.9m&nbsp;REV Ocean, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VARD Group AS (Company)">VARD</a>, 2022<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/100234/image/large-49aa83c8b26aa86a8494ab2525aa7fd3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/100234" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The 182.9-metre REV Ocean, is one of the largest superyacht projects to date, is currently in build by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VARD Group AS (Company)">VARD Group AS</a> and is expected to be completed in 2022. The explorer superyacht will be used as an ocean research vessel to gather “the knowledge that we need to understand our ocean better, and also for piloting and testing out concrete solutions to significant problems that the ocean is facing,” according to Nina Jensen the CEO of REV Ocean. The research vessel will feature state of the art research equipment including a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> submarine that can dive to 2,300 metres and a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) with a 6,00-metre depth capacity. Ready to explore like REV Ocean? Learn more about <a href="https://superyachtsalesandcharter.com/sales/umbra-006-triton-3300-submersible/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Umbra 006</a> and <a href="https://superyachtsalesandcharter.com/sales/umbra-007-triton-3300-submersible/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Umbra 007</a>, the two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> 3300 model submarines, currently for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Sales and Charter (Company)">Superyacht Sales &amp; Charter</a>. 126.2m&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, 2003<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/100603/image/large-2ba539e9cde15116f7b293fb32eec0d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/100603">The 126.2-metre explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a> was delivered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> in 2003. The ice-class 1A compliant superyacht has been built for exploring some of the world’s most remote destinations including Australia, Alaska, French Polynesia, Maldives, and South Africa. In true explorer fashion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a> sports two submarines among an extensive collection of tenders and toys, an ROV capable of diving to depths of up to 1.9 miles and a Pagoo submarine that allows up to eight guests and two crew to dive for up to eight hours. 87.1m&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="OceanXplorer 187.1m (285'9&quot;)Freire Shipyard2010">OceanXplorer 1</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1732" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freire Shipyard (Company)">Freire</a>, 2010<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176174/image/large-77efb31fb1eaa4cee6aa773b3249dd62.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176174" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176187/image/large-80ba6b36ced9503f7a39aef7f62ae41a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176187" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The 87.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="OceanXplorer 187.1m (285'9&quot;)Freire Shipyard2010">OceanXplorer 1</a> was built in 2010 and is the world’s most advanced research vessel. With more than 80% of the world’s oceans unmapped, “The ship <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="OceanXplorer 187.1m (285'9&quot;)Freire Shipyard2010">OceanXplorer 1</a> will take ocean explorers to never-before-seen undersea worlds and allow them to beam back what they encounter via social media, digital experiences, and a TV show,” said Ray Dalio, co-Founder of OceanX and President of Dalio Philanthropies. This will be made possible through the vessel’s two custom <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> manned submarines with the capability to dive over 1,000 metres. She also features an ROV and Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) that can be operated at 6,000 metres below sea level. 77.4m&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/684" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IHC Verschure (Company)">IHC Verschure</a>, 1974<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/40909/image/large-758d6500b4df2c3e9ce485385b84c35c.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/40909" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The 77.4-metre explorer superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> was built by the Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/684" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IHC Verschure (Company)">IHC Verschure</a> in 1974 originally as an icebreaking tug. In 2003, she was converted into the world’s first Class 1 icebreaker superyacht and in 2016 was rebuilt as an expedition superyacht. She can accommodate up to 26 guests and up to 10 expedition staff to bring guests the ultimate expedition experience. On board, among a spread of tenders and toys, is a three-person submarine with a diving depth capability of 300 metres allowing guests to explore the uncharted waters that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> can bring them to. 76.9m&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="La Datcha76.9m (252'4&quot;)Damen Yachting2020">La Datcha</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>, 2020<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/180849/image/large-c22706b9c0ee221d8c531137cc6cb80c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/180849" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The 76.9-metre explorer superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="La Datcha76.9m (252'4&quot;)Damen Yachting2020">La Datcha</a> was launched and delivered in 2020 and shortly thereafter embarked on a circumnavigation to some of the world’s most remote destinations, starting her journey through the Indian Ocean. As the latest SeaXplorer from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>, this luxury superyacht is adventure-ready. The Polar-Code compliant design and ice-classed hull can operate with up to 40 days of full autonomy. Guests on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="La Datcha76.9m (252'4&quot;)Damen Yachting2020">La Datcha</a> can explore the world’s least-known nooks and crannies with her custom-made three-person submersible. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/177722/image/large-71606bd44ae1d29b8c803b7c15d1ccca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/177722">To enquire about the two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> 3300, <a href="https://superyachtsalesandcharter.com/sales/umbra-006-triton-3300-submersible/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Umbra 006</a> and <a href="https://superyachtsalesandcharter.com/sales/umbra-007-triton-3300-submersible/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Umbra 007</a>, submarines for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Sales and Charter (Company)">Superyacht Sales &amp; Charter</a>, contact the broker directly via the information below:<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/177712/image/large-58978a3f01878819dcc18c7910e43ad8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/177712">

SYT takes a look at the largest yachts with submarines

SuperYacht Times takes a closer look at some of the world’s largest explorer yachts with submarines.

The largest explorer superyachts with submarines

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/259" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Y.CO (Company)">Y.CO</a> today announced the sale of the 77.4-metre expedition motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> while the firm also mentioned that the vessel has joined its charter fleet. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/40907/image/large-7983e5a8d15d0ce2e8330351adea061f.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/40907">Built by the Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/684" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IHC Verschure (Company)">IHC Verschure</a> in 1974 as an icebreaking tug, the 77.4-metre vessel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> (ex: &nbsp;Giant I) was converted into the world's first Class 1 icebreaker superyacht in 2003. Now a fully-fledged expedition superyacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> was rebuilt by<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">&nbsp;Icon Yachts</a> in 2016 and features a lavish interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/686" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Misiag Design (Company)">John Misiag</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/687" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shelley McNaughton Interior Designs (Company)">Shelley McNaughton</a>, with exterior styling by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/12516/image/large-402647b08a479221f2e9e189d78148ad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/12516">On board, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> accommodates up to 26 guests across 13 luxurious guest cabins, consisting of a grand master suite, two VIP suites, five double cabins and five twin cabins. A crew of up to 24 can also be accommodated on board as well as 10 expedition staff. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/12515/image/large-d5e3a46906a76feedbb6154a3e55416b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/12515">With a single shaft powered by two 2500 Kw diesel engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend77.4m (253'11&quot;)IHC Verschure1974">Legend</a> has a max speed of 14.6 knots and a cruising speed of 10-11 knots, with a range of 7,500 nautical miles at cruising speed.

70m explorer yacht Legend sold

The 70-metre Dutch explorer motor yacht legend has been sold and is now cruising under the command of her new owner. 

77m explorer yacht Legend finds new owner

In this series of articles, we take a look at the best charter deals currently on offer in some of the best cruising hotspots in the world. What, Why, Where and Who forms the basis of the articles. This week we look at the 77-metre explorer superyacht Legend,&nbsp;available for charter in Antarctica and Patagonia this February and March, throughout the Caribbean and the Sea of Cortez in March and April, and throughout Northern Europe and Greenland from May to September this year.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/21714/image/large-02735682e1bf314c97ec384707cc1a20.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/21714">What is on offer?Built by the Dutch shipyard IHC Verschure in 1974 as an icebreaking tug, the 77.4-metre vessel Legend (ex: Giant I)&nbsp;was converted into the world's first Class 1 icebreaker superyacht in 2003. Now an expedition superyacht of the highest quality, Legend&nbsp;was beautifully refitted by Icon Yachts in 2016 and features a lavish interior design by John Misiag and Shelley McNaughton, with exterior styling by Diana Yacht Design.&nbsp;On board, Legend&nbsp;accommodates up to 26 guests across 13 luxurious guest cabins, comprising one master suite, two VIP suites, five double cabins and five twin cabins. A crew of up to 24 can also be accommodated on board as well as 10 expedition staff.&nbsp;Powered by two 2500Kw diesel engines on one shaft, Legend&nbsp;has a max speed of 14.6 knots and a cruising speed of 10-11 knots, with a range of 7,500 nautical miles at cruising speed.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/22019/image/large-83dfb8bbb71455c8fea61d7855366d0d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/22019"> <img src="/uploads/store/photo/22015/image/large-76768faf64b1eaf38d0578988bdfd7d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/22015"> Why do we think is such a good idea?&nbsp;A charter experience on board the ice-breaking superyacht Legend&nbsp;offers pure, unadulterated cruising adventures with all the luxuries you would expect from the world's best superyachts. During your stay on Legend,&nbsp;you can explore the world's most extraordinary surroundings from the air to the water, making the most of her commercially certified helicopter pad, her snow scooters for adventures on land, her impressive range of water sport toys and her three-person submarine which can dive down to 300 metres.&nbsp;For when you want to kick back and truly enjoy the superyacht lifestyle on board, Legend&nbsp;offers everything you need and more, including a fully equipped gym, a Balinese spa with a sauna, Jacuzzi and beauty salon and a built-in movie theatre and media room.&nbsp;As her owner, Jan Verkerk describes, 'Legend is the first award-winning ice breaking superyacht in the world! Unique in her class,&nbsp;Legend&nbsp;is a superyacht that can truly go anywhere in the world.'<img src="/uploads/store/photo/22018/image/large-cb509fad804004be76df7f7a76f99187.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/22018"> <img src="/uploads/store/photo/22016/image/large-9287ac180b6ec41d860179da3e0f56f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/22016"> When is she available?Currently cruising around Antarctica and Patagonia, Legend&nbsp;is available for cruising in Antarctica and Patagonia between 8th February and 15th March this year for a special rate of €400,000 per week for Antarctica and €441,000 per week for Patagonia.&nbsp;Legend's general charter fee is € 490,000 per week and she is also available for cruising in the Caribbean and Sea of Cortez in March and April this year, with a special deal of no delivery fee on any charter deal of 10 days or more. For the summer season, the 77-metre superyacht will be available to charter around Northern Europe - including Greenland - between May and September this year, with helicopter skiing and snowmobiles available for charters in Greenland.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/22013/image/large-31c1a4b8591e2ad81306a46ee3058dff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/22013"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/22014/image/large-a60bce1a7e90aa0e22388fdf1efeaf1a.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/22014">Who to call?&nbsp;&nbsp; For more information regarding a charter experience on board Legend&nbsp;contact Kevin van Luijn via email at <a href="mailto:Kevin@sherakhan.com">Kevin@sherakhan.com</a>, or call +31 621202914.&nbsp;Photos by Quin Bisset&nbsp;

Charter deal of the week: the ice breaking superyacht Legend

Diana Yacht Design is finalizing the design for the transformation of the 73 metre explorer yacht Legend (ex: Giant). ICON Yachts has been commissioned to complete this bespoke conversion project.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/150544/image/large-bc731a31cbbeaf386f3a32ee655b1382.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/150544">Legend is a fully classified Class 1 icebreaking ship, which will be converted into a superb charter yacht, capable of carrying 30 guests, without losing her safety and strength as an icebreaker. The vessel was originally built to the highest specifications by the IHC Holland shipyard.The render underneath gives a good impression of the major scale of this refit.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/150545/image/large-33770854a615d3844c44e4de7b7726af.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/150545">Alongside the completion of the technical and system upgrades of this magnificent Icebreaker, extensive modifications to her exterior will be made. The stern will be extended by 3.6 metres and will be equipped with a swim platform and a swimming pool. The helicopter landing pad will be commercially certified and a submarine will be stored in a garage on the forward deck.The project is being managed by Verkerk Yachting Projects, the design and the engineering is performed by DIANA Yacht Design and she will be fully Lloyds certified (Solas passenger yacht 30 pax ). Legend will be used for adventurous charters in the remote areas of the world, such as Antarctica, Greenland and the North Pole. For charter inquiries please contact Verkerk Yachting, <a href="mailto:legend@charteryacht.nl?subject=Legend">legend@charteryacht.nl</a> or <a href="mailto:office@sherakhan.com?subject=Legend">office@sherakhan.com</a>By Maarten Janssen