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Karen Lynn Interiors

They said it couldn’t be done, but Netherlands-based builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> proved everyone wrong in 1988 when they delivered <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a>, the 43.58-metre superyacht that topped the 50 knot plus barrier. Commissioned by American entrepreneur John Staluppi, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> defied the odds by reaching speeds of 53.17 knots and cementing her place in yacht building history as ‘the fastest superyacht in the world.’<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207205/image/large-f69bf6952f61ac9c8e6cd45d3c80fe35.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207205"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> has exchanged hands several times since her delivery. Over the years the alterations of her previous owners’, in addition to deferred service and maintenance caused performance issues that led to her top speed being limited to around 18 knots. In 2021, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> was sold to her new owner who appreciated the history and accolades the iconic superyacht had garnered over the years. As a result, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> was hauled to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2067" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lauderdale Marine Center (Company)">Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center</a> in South Florida, USA. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6773" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Starboard Yacht Group (Company)">Starboard Yacht Group</a> was entrusted with the task of completing a major refit.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/268504/image/large-004e3e29ea861e641dc3812a39a9d142.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/268504">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55439" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen’s 44m ‘world’s fastest yacht’ Octopussy prepares for major refit (2022-06-28 17:45:00 +0200)">Heesen’s 44m ‘world’s fastest yacht’ Octopussy prepares for major refit</a>Once the fastest yacht in the world, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a>’s refit will see her attempt to claim a new title, “instead of speed, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> will focus on stability to become the most stable yacht on the planet,” commented Jake Stratmann. The refit will see her receive three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2383" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seakeeper, Inc. (Company)">Seakeeper</a> 35s and Humphree's trim with stabilisation systems to ensure a smooth and comfortable cruising experience and over 100,000 nmps of stabilisation horsepower. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> will also receive a new propulsion system of twin 4,000 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6875" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA (Company)">Voith</a> Linear Jets, as well as a few structural changes to optimise her overall performance. Her owner had previously used the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6773" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Starboard Yacht Group (Company)">Starboard Yacht Group</a> for refits on some of his smaller vessels so enlisting the team at the Florida-based refit centre made perfect sense. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/110821/image/large-c67162b1b32ddc36af2fb684d68f48ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110821"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/110820/image/large-c4b39570db72e2aba4688f65d114da57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110820">The yacht's interior prior to her new ownership, this interior is now being entirely remodelled in line with the new owner's styling.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988"></a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> already has such an iconic history with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>, but this major refit allows the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6773" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Starboard Yacht Group (Company)">Starboard Yacht Group</a> to write a different route of innovation into her history. “The plan for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> is to combine a special lightweight efficient hull, with a three-and-a-half-metre beach club extension and a whole new level of stability to create the most epic dive boat for her owner!” added Jake Stratmann. During this extensive refit, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> will receive a complete interior refit from Fort Lauderdale-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3041" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Karen Lynn Interiors (Company)">Karen Lynn Interiors</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6773" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Starboard Yacht Group (Company)">Starboard Yacht Group</a> will work closely with her original naval architect designer, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mulder Design (Company)">Mulder Design</a> to make <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> better than before without compromising her iconic original design. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mulder Design (Company)">Mulder Design</a> founder Frank Mulder has the original plans and some invested interest into <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a>, so we quickly got him and his son Bas Mulder, as well as their team onboard with the project,” added Jake Stratmann. “The idea is to achieve a 28 knots, 80 percent load cruise capacity and when working with the boys, they kept playing around with the whole design to get the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6875" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA (Company)">Voith</a> Linear Jets and shaft right alongside her extension.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/103477/image/large-cc99c3f473ffe6bf3f4afe29eda833f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/103477">The new owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> is a keen diver, and her original design did not have a large enough platform to accommodate this. Her exterior design and beach club extension have been entrusted to Miami-based <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 Designs</a> who are extending her original <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mulder Design (Company)">Mulder</a> design. “We needed to work out how we could create a new hydraulic swim platform while adding weight and still meet the owner’s intended use,” stated Jake Stratmann. “This previously wasn’t possible due to the positioning of her triple 3,600 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, so it was great that the owner was also keen on stability, rather than speed as our needs and expectations aligned very well.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/268503/image/large-157358b030515def750ef3489bd22533.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/268503">The refit process is underway at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6773" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Starboard Yacht Group (Company)">Starboard Yacht Group</a>, with the swim platform removed from her superstructure. Engineering has already begun to make way for all this new innovative technology and her twin 4,000 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines have already been ordered. For the most part, everything is going smoothly, and she is looking at a timeline of Summer 2024 for completion. Joe Seintz and Project Manager Jeff Vrana are currently working with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> crew and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6773" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Starboard Yacht Group (Company)">Starboard Yacht Group</a> team doing demos in preparation for the final designs to be approved by the owner. The refit of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopussy 43.58m (142'12&quot;)Heesen Yachts1988">Octopussy</a> originally started off as a swim platform and a paint job, but upon completion, she will be a pioneer for innovative technology.This article was originally published in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper/newspaper-issue-44" target="_blank">Issue 44 of SuperYacht Times newspaper</a>.&nbsp;To read more stories like this one and to never again miss another issue of the SuperYacht Times newspaper,&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">subscribe here</a>.

Refitting Heesen superyacht Octopussy

The iconic superyacht Octopussy is undergoing a major refit with hydrogen fuel cells, SYT found out more.

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The refit of the iconic 43m Heesen superyacht Octopussy

The 44.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/763" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NQEA Yachts (Company)">NQEA</a> motor <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/all-in-44m/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht All In for sale</a> was delivered in 2004 from Australia to ABS classification. She joins the market in exemplary condition thanks to an extensive $2.5 million refit, which took place between 2021-2022.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246973/image/large-b3ae128563f740cc27f294a2f79ec0f7.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246973">During her refit <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1055" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="All In44.2m (145'0&quot;)NQEA Yachts2004">All In’s</a> gym was converted into a fifth ensuite stateroom, and she also received a total interior overhaul. Upgrades were made to the main engine of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a>, as well as her zero speed control boards, leaving her in turnkey condition for her next owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247011/image/large-e40b96b417e751874cf2b1c844d2e4f2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247011"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247012/image/large-0a95807129544326559c21fcac7649cd.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247012"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1055" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="All In44.2m (145'0&quot;)NQEA Yachts2004">All In</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by British-based design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/353" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Don Shead Yacht Design (Company)">Don Shead Yacht Design</a>. Her original interiors are the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/498" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=" Bonville Associates (Company)">Claudette Bonville Associates</a> with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3041" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Karen Lynn Interiors (Company)">Karen Lynn Interior Design</a> responsible for her beautiful refit.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247013/image/large-0d1f79e4d6c9f47288d562215cae5d2e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247013">The 465 GT <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> boasts a lavish interior design with a spacious saloon that offers plenty of plush sofas for guests to relax on. The separate dining area of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1055" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="All In44.2m (145'0&quot;)NQEA Yachts2004">All In</a> allows for a formal dining experience for up to 10 guests around a bespoke table with velvet seating.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247003/image/large-6afce7fe5ae3ee8b67173b74d7926c24.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247003"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247005/image/large-cbd95d8902b5294cf17804e6ba66cb5e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247005"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1055" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="All In44.2m (145'0&quot;)NQEA Yachts2004">All In</a> is able to comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests across five sumptuous staterooms, with her master suite located on the main deck with a private lounge. Her remaining staterooms are situated on the lower deck consisting of three kings and a twin.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247008/image/large-9c86c0bf09b430957b3dc129bac58aa8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247008"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247007/image/large-acddd1140f738dede8a302e0d0454efe.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247007">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/nqea/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">NQEA yacht for sale</a> has been designed with entertainment and relaxation in mind. Her sundeck includes an oversized Jacuzzi and options for alfresco dining. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1055" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="All In44.2m (145'0&quot;)NQEA Yachts2004">All In's</a> sky lounge includes a spacious bar and seating area with fantastic views from her floor-to-ceiling windows.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246977/image/large-67e426e2ed0398b4e2e44a89ec34284a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246977"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247009/image/large-1e5eee9b7df8608ec3a5ec4ed59a8dea.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247009">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1055" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="All In44.2m (145'0&quot;)NQEA Yachts2004">All In</a> is equipped with 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 27 knots and a cruising speed of 17 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247010/image/large-6c074af5451dbc523dbceb6550570f4c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247010"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1055" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="All In44.2m (145'0&quot;)NQEA Yachts2004">All In</a> is currently located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and available for viewing during the <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show - 2022">Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2022</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247006/image/large-258efd215ff0d1f29906f6565ed950ca.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247006">

44m NQEA superyacht All In for sale

NQEA’s 44m superyacht All In for sale  was delivered in 2004 from Australia and has recently completed a $2.5 million refit.

44m NQEA superyacht All In for sale following $2.5m refit

The 28th unit from the Taiwanese-based shipbuilder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/963" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Johnson Yachts (Company)">Johnson Yachts</a>' 80 series sold and Peter Quintal of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> introduced the buyer to this motor yacht, while it was Jeff Stanley of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gilman Yachts (Company)">Gilman Yachts</a> who represented the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217076/image/large-9e0546e7efc17195afb8a161491eabb9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217076">This latest edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/963" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Johnson Yachts (Company)">Johnson</a> 80 series was launched just last year, so she’s in turnkey condition for her new owner. The flybridge yacht sports a naval architecture and exterior styling penned 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>, while her interior design was entrusted to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3041" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Karen Lynn Interiors (Company)">Karen Lynn Interiors</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217068/image/large-4f8c6c517cf18a53056ca5efd08c7c23.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217068"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217063/image/large-cde88144a48adad5b58f2de021efe6e5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217063">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/963" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Johnson Yachts (Company)">Johnson</a> 80 series offers plenty of interior and outdoor living space for eight guests. She has two decks and a large swim platform. Her sun deck is partially covered with a hardtop, creating a space for sun and shade lovers to enjoy together.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217080/image/large-006d1959ad418c67d86a5327e05b4208.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217080"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217073/image/large-ebc06d940604de4065c2c7f7aeb5f8f5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217073"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217072/image/large-6332921901ffd5fb02c796c680399cb1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217072">This unit is fitted with four staterooms and a single cabin, which can accommodate two crew members. She’s constructed out of GRP and, thanks to twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, boasts a top speed of 25 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217067/image/large-4c3c11da28d8a881339e28a59cb4db38.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217067"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217084/image/large-cad83a45852e96a6aa69e2d8d8be46bd.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217084">She was sold with a last known asking price of $4,190,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217090/image/large-dd6de3ec927d867d3d4a79d500b091b1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217090">

28th unit from the Johnson 80 series sold

The 28th unit from the Taiwanese yacht builder Johnson’s 80 series sold with a last known asking price of $4,190,000.

Sold: 24m Johnson 80 yacht finds new owner

The 24.32-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/466" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hatteras Yachts (Company)">Hatteras Yachts</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8016" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Escape24.32m (79'9&quot;)Hatteras Yachts2013">Escape</a> sold in Florida in an in-house deal by brokers from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miles Yacht Group (Company)">Miles Yacht Group</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/52379/image/large-64356cf6adf6afdf429e95d6f187dbfd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/52379">The 117 GT flybridge yacht was launched in 2013 and features exterior design and naval architecture from her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/466" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hatteras Yachts (Company)">Hatteras Yachts</a>. Her interiors come from the boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3041" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Karen Lynn Interiors (Company)">Karen Lynn Interiors</a> in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2524" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Destry Darr Designs (Company)">Destry Darr Designs</a>.The yacht is able to accommodate as many as eight guests between four staterooms on the lower deck, she also accommodates a crew of two. The yacht has a top speed of 22 knots and a cruising speed of 18 knots. Her last known asking price is unknown.

Hatteras yacht Escape sold

The 24m Hatteras yacht Escape sold in Florida.

Sold: 24m Hatteras yacht Escape

The 34.95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Enchantress34.95m (114'8&quot;)Benetti SpA2001">Enchantress</a> has been sold, thanks to Henry Smith of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecil Wright & Partners (Company)">Cecil Wright &amp; Partners</a> representing the buyer. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecil Wright & Partners (Company)">Cecil Wright &amp; Partners</a> also represented the seller along with John Cohen of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/322" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Merle Wood & Associates, Inc. (Company)">Merle Wood &amp; Associates</a>. <img src="https://d3w3pid64ak8v.cloudfront.net/photo/119580/image/large-b523ccae5d4805f23410875ea9484a96.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119580">The Benetti Classic 115 was delivered by the Italian shipyard in 2001 and has since been regularly upgraded and refitted. Over the nine years of current ownership, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Enchantress34.95m (114'8&quot;)Benetti SpA2001">Enchantress</a> underwent an extensive mechanical refit in 2016 and an interior refit between 2017 and 2018 worth €200,000. Works included new carpets for the main deck and guest areas, replaced soft furnishings in the main saloon, new flooring in the sky lounge, plus renewed A/C ducts and piping, garage, engine room and deck furniture. <img src="https://d3w3pid64ak8v.cloudfront.net/photo/119587/image/large-fd86f1c3c0087ed5f1da5e9de5855e06.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119587"><img src="https://d3w3pid64ak8v.cloudfront.net/photo/119585/image/large-52aa4e1d68739bec98305fac13b7f5f4.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119585"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a> was appointed as exterior designer, whereas <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>’s in-house team saw to the naval architecture and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3041" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Karen Lynn Interiors (Company)">Karen Lynn Interiors</a> designed the interiors. Inside, she features a master suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins for up to 10 guests. At the time of sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Enchantress34.95m (114'8&quot;)Benetti SpA2001">Enchantress</a> had a last asking price of €3,750,000.

35m classic Benetti superyacht Enchantress sold

The 34.95-metre Benetti superyacht Enchantress has been sold, thanks to Cecil Wright & Partners who represented both the buyer and seller. 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/963" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Johnson Yachts (Company)">Johnson Yachts&nbsp;</a>has announced the launch of its ninth 24.1-metre Johnson 80 motor yacht in Taiwan. Described as an 'entry-level superyacht' by the shipyard, the Johnson 80 has a four stateroom layout accommodating up to eight guests on board. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/67148/image/large-6f97aa0ffc42e18541316d0b912efe91.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/67148">The exterior design of this Johnson 80 is by Bill Dixon from <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> who has kept her lines consistent with previous Johnson builds. A bank of vertical windows on the front of the superstructure offers guests a panoramic view from the main-deck interior and is a hallmark of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/963" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Johnson Yachts (Company)">Johnson Yachts&nbsp;</a>boats.&nbsp;Her interior spaces were created by<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3041" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Karen Lynn Interiors (Company)">&nbsp;Karen Lynn Interiors</a> with comfort and entertainment opportunities in mind, whether that be for large groups or more intimate parties. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/67147/image/large-adc526d68b02fa9ce000c9e721d319e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/67147">“The latest addition to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/963" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Johnson Yachts (Company)">Johnson Yachts</a> fleet is sure to impress yachting enthusiasts the world over,” commented Andy Huang, president of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/963" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Johnson Yachts (Company)">Johnson Yachts</a>. “Combining our proven engineering with the fashionable comforts of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3041" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Karen Lynn Interiors (Company)">Karen Lynn Interior Design </a>will make for an unbeatable result. And the flexibility of the design will appeal to each owner in ways that production builds just can’t match.”&nbsp;The interior of each Johnson 80 is fully customisable, with this particular vessel housing guests on the lower deck. This includes a full-beam master stateroom amidships, a forward VIP stateroom and a pair of ensuite double guest staterooms which also includes the option of a Pullman berth. Her 6.3-metre beam carries well forward, helping to create generous interior volume.This Johnson 80 motor yacht also includes a gathering space in the main deck saloon, a living area located aft with roomy L shaped settee and a pair of loose armchairs. In addition, selections from the owners’ art collection adorn the bulkheads on board.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/67144/image/large-938a5aee05ba841dd889b15a936384a6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/67144">The main deck houses a country kitchen arrangement forward with an open galley. The island, breakfast bar, and table in matching marble are surrounded by an expansive L shaped dinette which takes advantage of the 180-degree views through the forward windows. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/67146/image/large-47d150def48c91e599a727e632f7d90a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/67146">Performing well in her recent sea trials, the recently launched Johnson 80 can reach a top speed of 27 knots and a cruising speed of 19 knots thanks to twin MAN V12 1550 HP engines.&nbsp;

New Johnson 80 motor yacht launched in Taiwan 

The ninth 24.1-metre Johnson 80 motor yacht has hit the water in Taiwan. See more on SYT. 

Latest Johnson 80 motor yacht launched in Taiwan 

Johnson Yachts has announced that the ninth 24.1-metre Johnson 80 model is currently under construction. With eight models having already been delivered between the US and Europe, the next Johnson 80 superyacht is set to be delivered in 2019.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/51000/image/large-38c64da39d7c25cdf6c8cbad7e2d3843.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/51000">Bill Dixon at Dixon Yacht Design designed her exterior, keeping her lines consistent with other Johnson builds. A bank of vertical windows on the front of the superstructure will offer a panoramic view from the main-deck interior. She will be able to accommodate up to eight guests in four staterooms, designed by Karen Lynn Interior Design. The full-beam master's stateroom will feature a walk-in closet, and the forward VIP stateroom will include an island berth and dressing table.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/51001/image/large-bf088822c043f49882b7c4476b28d451.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/51001">The interior style and finishes can be completely customised, with one version featuring a skylounge and an expanded main saloon, and another with an open flying bridge and forward helm. The latest Johnson 80 has a saloon living area aft which will be used to showcase the owner’s taste in art.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/50998/image/large-bb7f5be28bd2f808c0174611c1309dd0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50998">“With the proven engineering of the Johnson 80 in place, we can work with the owners to create a yacht with the flexibility to accommodate their needs, whether they wish to entertain friends on board one day or depart for a month-long cruise the next,” said Andy Huang, president of Johnson Yachts.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/50997/image/large-d5807e78125bc81b6376a96004880def.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50997">Powered by twin MAN D2842 diesel engines, she will have a maximum speed of 25-knots, and a cruising speed of 20-knots.

The next Johnson 80 under construction

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/152919/image/large-5a8d4f7342025462e9973ab084ba255c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/152919">Superyacht Falcon in DubaiPictured here in Dubai recently is the 43.89 metre tri-deck superyacht Falcon, built by the US shipyard Trinity Yachts in 2011. Constructed out of aluminium, she features naval architecture and exterior design by Trinity Yachts, whilst Karen Lynn Interiors were responsible for her interior design.On board she accommodates up to 12 guests over six luxurious cabins, as well as a crew of up to 14. Powered by twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 3,650hp engines, she has a top speed of 24 knots and a cruising speed of 18 knots.By Gemma Fottles, photo by Merijn de Waard / <a href="http://www.superyachtphoto.com" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 1.6em;" target="_blank">SuperYachtPhoto.com</a>