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Jon Barrett Associates, Inc.

The 59-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10970" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maximus59.0m (193'7&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2023">Maximus</a> has been launched from the Zwartsluis facility in the Netherlands.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291345/image/large-d14fcd4b61015538308cadcadb843abf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291345">The ketch, also known as Project 3090 began construction in 2021 and has been designed in full by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">German Frers</a>. She features his signature head-turning classic hull shape and an even more impressive sheer lines. Her profile includes teak deck houses and sheltered cockpits to create an air of classic elegance.“This new project is a fine example of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>’ credo ‘Dreams are meant for dreamers. Our yachts are meant for sailors,” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a>.Very few details have been shared about <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10970" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maximus59.0m (193'7&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2023">Maximus</a>, but she is built with an aluminium hull and superstructure, is expected to have around 300 GT of interior volume and her build was supervised by Jon Barrett of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jon Barrett Associates, Inc. (Company)">Jon Barrett Associates</a>.Her optimised rig layout, modern wetted surface with twin rudders and lifting keel from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Doyle Sailmakers (Company)">Doyle Sails</a> will contribute to her performance. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10970" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maximus59.0m (193'7&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2023">Maximus</a> is currently the fourth largest yacht built by the Netherlands-based builder.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229029/image/large-4d7a1db55f3129a888c5c8ec6be2e612.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229029">When in cruising mode, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10970" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maximus59.0m (193'7&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2023">Maximus</a> has extensive deck spaces for leisure and is able to carry a wide array of tenders, amenities and sun protection for the guests’ enjoyment. There is also ample space to relax and dine in the two cockpits or alfresco on her deck.&nbsp;When in racing mode, a removable bow sprit is deployed, jib tacks are lowered and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> hydraulic system is ramped up for performance sailing. With remote control transceivers, the race trimmers can position themselves in the best positions for trimming while removing congestion near the helm.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10970" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maximus59.0m (193'7&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2023">Maximus</a> features a 700V peak shaving electrical installation for improved efficiency and reduced fuel burn, two powered sail drums in the forepeak for easy headsail stowage and Vitters' submarine anchor system that keeps the bow and foredeck aesthetically clean as well as providing reduced weight and practical handling. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256894/image/large-847ba766d5876ed4d676e1caaf465cc9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256894"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10970" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maximus59.0m (193'7&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2023">Maximus</a> is certified as a commercial sailing yacht and will be active in the charter market, for both cruising and racing. She will now commence her sea trials and is scheduled to be ready to charter the Caribbean this winter.According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> currently has several yachts in-build including the 44.33-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> 3093, the 69-metre Project Zero and the 68-metre Hoek ketch.&nbsp;

59m Vitters sailing yacht Maximus launched

The 59m 59-metre Vitters sailing yacht Maximus has been launched from the Zwartsluis facility in the Netherlands. 