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Netherlands-based yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> has unveiled the details of a new 81-metre sailing yacht, Noir, which features the ‘world’s tallest sloop rig.’<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309615/image/large-3e2069922dd2150351137611744a5469.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309615">Noir features a contemporary design and reverse bow, with exterior styling and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design</a>. Key features include her generous exterior deck spaces, as well as an extensive use of glazing and folding platforms to ensure guests are connected to the sea.&nbsp;Also known as Project 411, Noir has been designed by a skilled owner and his team. She features the ‘world’s tallest sloop rig’ at 93-metres, and is designed for world cruising and exploration.&nbsp;"The capabilities of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> can be seen in various ways, with no doubt the most important proof point being that we are selected by knowledgeable owners, as the builder for their incredible and unique yachts,” explained CEO Jan Timmerman.Once completed Noir will rank amongst the world’s largest sailing yachts, with her impressive mast height solidifying her as the ‘world’s tallest sloop.’ Her air draft will exceed the current tallest rig by around 4-metres.&nbsp;“We are very pleased to be building again at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>," said designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon</a>. "Having built our award-winning 59.7-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman2023">Sarissa</a> there, we are well acquainted with the shipyard’s engineering skills, innovations, and the level of craftsmanship.”Details surrounding Noir’s interior are being kept tightly under wraps, with her design developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7666" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="GCA Architects (Company)">GCA Architects</a> of Barcelona, Spain. The firm is known for their contemporary approach to residential and commercial buildings, including Spain’s first “smart” building and the world’s first platinum-certified LEED structure.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309614/image/large-2324373a3664cb5689f2784568fba023.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309614">Designer Josep Juanpere Miret has promised an interior design that will complement her contemporary exterior, with a mix of woods and other natural materials to add texture, for a relaxed yet luxurious atmosphere.The brief for Noir from her experienced owner included speed, power, and responsive handling. She is specifically sized to carry a 14-metre tender, allowing guests to explore further while onboard.&nbsp;Constructed from all-aluminium, her mast, boom, and integrated sailing system will be supplied by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/458" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rondal B.V. (Company)">Rondal</a>. In keeping with her name Noir, all the deck gear and all her windows will be black and she will receive her auxiliary power by electric drives.“I am pleased and humbled that we can highlight <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>’s 140th year of operation with the announcement of such a significant project. Of the hundreds of vessels our shipyard has delivered in its history, Project 411 will be our fourth yacht in the ranks of world’s top 10 largest sailing yachts,” concluded Jan Timmerman.&nbsp;According to SYT iQ, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> currently has several yachts in-build including the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56650" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="85m New World Sloop: Royal Huisman to start construction of ‘world’s largest sloop’ in 2023 (2022-12-27 13:15:00 +0100)">“world’s largest sloop”, the 85-metre Project 410</a> and the 65.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lessons Learned: Building Royal Huisman's 65m Aquarius II (2024-03-27 13:00:00 +0100)">Aquarius II</a>.

Royal Huisman unveils the 81m sailing yacht Noir

Royal Huisman has unveiled the details of a new 81-metre sailing yacht, Noir, which features the ‘world’s tallest sloop rig.’

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Royal Huisman unveils the 81m sailing yacht Noir with the ‘world’s tallest sloop rig’

New photos of the 33.5-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> have been unveiled. As a result, the design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter (Company)">Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter</a>'s earthy yet modern approach to her interior layout is on display for the first time. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303951/image/large-6c1a483d9227af6b2e3d8cdda7af0eb1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303951">Delivered by her Finland-based builder in 2023, this flexible sailing yacht, which features decks layered with solid teak lengths bonded to the carbon fibre substrata, can adapt to either subtropical temperatures or high latitudinal weather conditions.As for her interior, the vision, according to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter (Company)">Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter</a>, was to create a “home away from home”, through a “warm and comfortable environment in both her cockpit and below deck”. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303944/image/large-480ccb3b0bba3845fa177337bc504db1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303944">By collaborating with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a>’s naval architect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcom McKeon</a>, the interior designer reportedly endeavoured to steer clear of the “overly standardised” composition and “lack of spatial finesse” that many of the yachts in this class exhibit. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303930/image/large-3d818d69f61d2e310bc7a76b60e81b22.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303930">Instead, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> comes equipped with user-friendly steps as opposed to ladders, while her enormous skylight, combined with a panoramic window, emits a sense of expansion and breeziness through the vessel. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303947/image/large-9c717cdce7521434b3d4fb0c6b205e13.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303947">Zemi</a>’s minimalistic, clean colour palette of understated greys and beiges strikes a perfect balance between an expression of natural living and extravagant luxury.&nbsp;A sense of “permanence, calm, and craft excellence” is also established through the interior’s use of lightweight textiles, as well as a unique <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter (Company)">Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter</a> lighting system that allows interfaces in the ceiling’s convertible panels for a more graceful appearance. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303946/image/large-fedec92ea5cd1886cdf557d68671769a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303946">In addition, the stylishness extends to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a>’s bathrooms, with limestone coating the floors and the bottom half of the walls, emphasised by contrastingly dark sink and shower faucets. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303945/image/large-f9219534a5a8679c74ef4cbbbc90f2fd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303945">Whether guests onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> want to curl up with a good book inside the bunks found in her saloon’s recesses, or enjoy a meal on the two folding adjustable tables that can be transformed into five different configurations seating 15 to 20 people, various methods of relaxation or socialising are constantly available. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303934/image/large-e9c892abb3b980839beea0f4ba05be3f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303934"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303933/image/large-ddcd7b3a779d931bc1c49c484bac997f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303933">In terms of accommodation, the sailing yacht’s owner’s plush stateroom, much like her other staterooms, boasts a matte fabric at the high points of her wall, while her lower areas are walnut.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303948/image/large-27c268c8e867572eb3fc22b8610e2a78.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303948">The staterooms are accessorised with dressing gowns and tote bags sourced from natural materials, alongside<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter (Company)">&nbsp;Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter</a>’s specially crafted bed and wall sconce lamps to exude an “almost Bohemian” take on water-based living.<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/303926/image/large-afb16ca15b0ad8cb9ff0eba02a9026d8.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20240307%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20240307T143125Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=e636ff7e24a93aade20b9afd583ba9e22d3d91201fed078ec3ea9b141a81d74e" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303926"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303941/image/large-e9629ecabf7b360ceaedfd04c8f2f97e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303941">Sternwards, sunbeds flanking her cutting edge hydraulic beach club, in combination with cleverly placed steps for easy transit between the ocean and the yacht’s entrance, ensure activities for family-friendly cruising in the summer months feel effortless.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303931/image/large-566e38f19829f9e66a6d750af2ef3081.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303931">Furthermore, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a>’s ancestral, spiritual name refers to the fact that her design “represents a step in the direction of a more environmentally sound sailing round the world”, explains <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter (Company)">Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter</a>.&nbsp;After all, the battery-pack keeping her lights on is the most modern available on today’s market, while fully electric propulsion, performed by two&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cummins Inc. (Company)">Cummins</a> engines, strives to reduce <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a>’s emissions. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303949/image/large-959c3eaa24d3e75c865f930b6cb55505.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303949">

Onboard 34m Baltic Yachts yacht Zemi 

New photos of the sailing yacht Zemi have been unveiled. We take a first look at the earthy yet modern approach to her interior layout.

A first look inside 34m Baltic Yachts yacht Zemi 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a> has announced the launch of its first 46.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> sailing catamaran <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Art Explorer46.6m (152'11&quot;)Perini Navi2023">Art Explorer</a>. The catamaran yacht was designed exclusively by architect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nacira Design - Axel de Beaufort (Company)">Axel De Beaufort</a>, who oversaw the exterior and interior design and is one of the world's largest aluminium sailing catamarans. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/284728/image/large-f347119b8681868e3536e8fd5e5ef6fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/284728">She is scheduled to premiere from 27 to 30 September at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/182" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2023">Monaco Yacht Show 2023</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Art Explorer46.6m (152'11&quot;)Perini Navi2023">Art Explorer</a> is a unique project, for the first two years, she will take artistic experiences and strong environmental awareness around the world. Her flybridge will be used for virtual exhibitions, workshops, and conferences, while the main gallery will house ‘Icons,’ an inaugural digital exhibit on the representation of women in the Mediterranean, managed by Nomi Daucé, curator of archaeology at the Louvre Abu Dhabi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276496/image/large-b04a84684ee52e8a8115b7d64bf1a285.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276496"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276494/image/large-e3769cdec65ce2355131e3dba9ea9784.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276494">On the roof of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Art Explorer46.6m (152'11&quot;)Perini Navi2023">Art Explorer’s</a> deckhouse, 65-square metres of solar panels have been installed, allowing an instantaneous production of 12 kW of energy and a total energy accumulation of more than 200 kW each day. This system is backed up by a lithium battery bank which enables zero-emission electricity generation for more than six hours at full load.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/58010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="46m Art Explorer: The tech behind Perini Navi's floating art gallery (2023-07-03 15:45:00 +0200)">46m Art Explorer: The tech behind Perini Navi's floating art gallery</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276493/image/large-ced1b455f21d20cd69722c310397f177.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276493">Founder &amp; CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>, Giovanni Costantino affirmed that it is "A work that demonstrates our ability to be protagonists also in the large sailing segment, as well as pioneers of cutting-edge solutions aimed at significantly reducing the environmental impact of yachts. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Art Explorer46.6m (152'11&quot;)Perini Navi2023">Art Explorer</a> is the result of continuous investment in the study and research of systems to reduce emissions and contribute to improving air quality and the health of our seas.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276489/image/large-3dba0d2217a283b5057837d61fbb5e38.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276489">The yacht has 'green' class notation and all exhaust gases are fitted with catalytic filters to decrease emissions and particulate matter. All manoeuvres in and out of the harbour, as well as in protected areas, will be carried out in full electric mode. Her fully automated sail plan can be operated by a single person, allowing her to &nbsp;easily sail at a speed of 10 knots, even in very low wind conditions.Costantino further stated that the "<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Art Explorer46.6m (152'11&quot;)Perini Navi2023">Art Explorer</a> is an innovative project on a technical, engineering and human level that represents a further milestone made possible by the continuous stylistic and technological research as well as the professionalism of the entire team that realised the project". &nbsp;&nbsp;Following the first two years of sailing dedicated to art, the catamaran will also be available for charter.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> currently has several yachts under construction including a a 60-metre ketch with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/52" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ron Holland Design (Company)">Ron Holland</a> and exterior and interior design by French architect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a>, due for delivery at the end of 2024; a 56-metre ketch with naval architecture and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon</a> and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>, due for delivery in July 2025; and a 47-metre sloop, design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CentrostileDesign (Company)">Centro Stile TISG</a>, due for delivery in 2025.

47m Perini Navi sailing catamaran yacht Art Explorer launched 

The Italian Sea Group has announced the launch of its first 46.6-metre Perini Navi sailing catamaran Art explorer.


Perini Navi launches first 47m sailing catamaran yacht Art Explorer 

The 32.64-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ribelle32.6m (106'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Ribelle</a> has entered the market. The iconic <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sailing/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sailing yacht for sale</a>, is a proven race yacht and is a regular competitor on the regatta circuit.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281783/image/large-53c2deccc8e90b62b008bc8c59ec8065.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281783">Delivered in 2017 from the renowned shipbuilder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ribelle32.6m (106'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Ribelle</a> features exterior design and naval architecture from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design</a>. The sloop rigged <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> is constructed with a carbon fibre and titanium hull and superstructure and combines comfort with luxury.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229437/image/large-17abc408bb4fdfd504b02de3a5ea5205.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229437"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ribelle32.6m (106'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Ribelle</a> was commissioned by an experienced couple, who are both well-versed in high performance sailing. She has previously competed in the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta, as well as the Superyacht Cup Palma.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/47853/image/large-e92d9e0d449a0ce3694c18954558a287.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/47853"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281786/image/large-a10f5ab65332222e5d14f7c3627f09cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281786">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/ribelle/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Ribelle, for sale</a> features interior design from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a> and is characterised by a warm, cosy atmosphere with plenty of natural light from her skylights. Her main saloon boasts built-in L-shaped seating, alongside a dining area for up to six guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281782/image/large-50ce8cbf011239ca44a2c053dca82ca0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281782"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281785/image/large-a7edcaf9dee09cbbcebca4b97acb0186.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281785">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/vitters/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Vitters yacht for sale</a> boasts a three stateroom configuration for up to six guests, including a crew of six across three cabins.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/48556" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Love every second: owner insight with Ribelle (2018-05-24 10:30:00 +0200)">Love every second: owner insight with Ribelle</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281781/image/large-2a6520b45d66a8c25f76aac41f188dcd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281781">Thanks to her self-tacking jib, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ribelle32.6m (106'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Ribelle</a> can be sailed with a small crew in cruising mode. The crew can also exchange the cruising sails for high-tech sails to transform her into racing mode.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281788/image/large-005ed9f69dc66497b637025787cbf1cd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281788">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ribelle32.6m (106'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Ribelle</a> is equipped with a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engine, powering her to a top speed of 20 knots.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281789/image/large-d2ef3fe85ca048bd06ad164ee7aaed12.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281789">

32m Vitters sailing yacht Ribelle for sale

The 32m Vitters sailing yacht Ribelle has entered the market. The proven race yacht is a regular competitor on the regatta circuit.

32m Vitters regatta racing yacht Ribelle for sale 

The 33.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> has been delivered by her Finland-based builder to her new owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281673/image/large-6dcb092d3673e93165e7e2fa3a957ba9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281673">The sailing yacht was launched just a couple of months ago in Jakobstad, Finland, with her owner and family present to kick off the celebrations. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> boasts exterior design and naval architecture meticulously crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design</a>, while her interior design derived from the drawing board of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter (Company)">Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273899/image/large-d8830948933c5a064ef763dfe9d2ca0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273899">Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/baltic-110-sailing-yacht-zemi-launch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Baltic Yachts launches 34m Baltic 110 sailing yacht Zemi</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a>’s name stems from an ancient Caribbean deity and has been designed for the owner’s family and friends to partake in global sailing adventures in high and low latitudes. She boasts a minimalist interior aesthetic, with carefully chosen lighting throughout. Lanterns are featured in the corners of her main saloon, forming an elegant ambience. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273884/image/large-ddb3547d9cce310a7b5878d69748f53e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273884"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273879/image/large-3fb19d47b79fae4cf73a57bbec1f88f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273879">The sloop rigged sailing yacht displays a unique dark, metallic bronze hull, showcasing a classic design. Prior to her delivery, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a>’s June launch involved a lengthy two hour journey in which she was transported from her Bosund facility to her launch site in Jakobstad, Finland. The sailing yacht showcases an eco-efficient design, featuring a refined electric propulsion system using a 247kW Danfoss motor, driving a folding propeller with lithium-ion battery banks charged using hydrogenation provided by the free-wheeling propeller while under sail and two low emission generators.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273898/image/large-543250f31e7426f3667a67c24911b70e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273898">Zemi</a> boasts a GRP hull and a GRP superstructure. Regarding performance, the sailing yacht is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cummins Inc. (Company)">Cummins</a> engine.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251386/image/large-9cce6aa42e0c6468027f97dcddbbccf6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251386">

Baltic Yachts sailing yacht Zemi delivered 

The 34m Baltic Yachts sailing yacht Zemi has been delivered and is ready for global family cruising.

34m Baltic Yachts sailing yacht Zemi delivered 

Yachts attending The Superyacht Cup Palma 2023

Europe's longest-running superyacht regatta, The Superyacht Cup Palma 2023, will be returning for its 27th edition. 

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Palma Superyacht Cup</a> returns to the Bay of Palma next week with racing set for 22nd-24th June. Europe's longest-running superyacht regatta, the event is celebrating its 27th edition and will feature a stunning variety of superyachts, with a number of first time appearances alongside some of the regatta's most familiar faces. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274002/image/large-f8e17c9f154e36c31e0399c92869bd6f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274002"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma 2023</a> will get formally underway on June 21 with Superyacht Registration at the<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7199" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Real Club Nautico de Palma (Company)">&nbsp;Real Club Náutico de Palma,</a> followed by the Captain’s Briefing in RCNP's Sala Magna — Great Hall — and the Welcome Cocktail party courtesy of SYC's Destination Partner New Zealand on the RCNP terrace.Among the entries is the SYC regular, the 39.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>, built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons Shipyard</a> in 1933, competing against her modern counterpart, the J-Class <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5761" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Svea43.6m (143'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Svea</a> built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> in 2017. The two J's will be a welcome addition to the fleet at this year's event. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274001/image/large-5a684a293895093c186a9bcca0f20b01.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274001">The 2005-launched Swan 100 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4743" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Onyx 230.11m (98'9&quot;)Nautor Swan2005">Onyx 2</a> will be making her first ever appearance at SYC, as will the 36.19-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/577" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubois Yachts (Company)">Dubois</a>-designed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/60" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alloy Yachts (Company)">Alloy</a> world cruiser <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miss Silver36.19m (118'9&quot;)Alloy Yachts1995">Miss Silver</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254873/image/large-9ad9ec2afc520831f56f725b042c3819.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254873">Meanwhile 2023 will see the return to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma</a> of two 33-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon</a>/<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> yachts — the modern <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ribelle32.64m (107'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Ribelle</a>,&nbsp;last seen at SYC in 2017, alongside her stablemate from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> yard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pattoo33.0m (108'3&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2016">Pattoo</a>, who will be looking to repeat her class win of last year and who has just completed a week at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/176" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta - 2023">Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta</a> in Sardinia.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233086/image/large-a6bfdffccede0c340c5d819c3164eeae.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233086">A second <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> entry in the elegant shape of the Swan 80 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4056" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Umiko24.38m (79'12&quot;)Nautor Swan2000">Umiko</a> is returning after her debut in 2021, and the 24m <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Farr Yacht Design (Company)">Farr</a>-designed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7819" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rose23.99m (78'8&quot;)Wally2006">Rose</a> is back for a second successive year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229176/image/large-5256015d9a455a7d1ae50e2ec820f0b0.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229176">"It's great to be back to our roots this year with all the superyachts moored together again and social events right at the stern of the boats at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7199" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Real Club Nautico de Palma (Company)">Real Club Náutico de Palma</a>, our long-standing race management partner. This year promises excellent racing with a diverse and competitive fleet and plenty of fun ashore. We’re looking forward to welcoming everyone!” said SYC Event Director Kate Branagh.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273999/image/large-038bf9b0dcb8b8181919a331f33328bb.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273999">"It is always great to be taking part in Superyacht Cup Palma," said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>'s captain Barney Henshaw-Depledge. "<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5761" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Svea43.6m (143'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Svea</a> will no doubt be giving us a run for our money, as will be others in the fleet, but as always we welcome the challenge and are looking forward to some competitive times out on the water and catching-up back on the shore."Pantaenius Race Day gets racing underway on Thursday 22 June for the SYC fleet, followed by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/758" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North Sails (Company)">North Sails</a> &amp; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a> Happy Hour gathering on the RCNP Dock.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274000/image/large-dbd28b61db6ec66f831d512c4ba62bd9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274000">The New Zealand Race Day on Friday 23 June, with a repeat <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/758" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North Sails (Company)">North Sails</a> Happy Hour and the daily prize-giving again on the RCNP Dock, is followed by the exclusive invitation-only Owners' Summer Barbecue at St. Regis Mardavall.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma 2023</a> concludes on Saturday 24 June with the St. Regis Race Day and celebratory Prize-Giving on the RCNP Terrace.Alongside Official Timepiece Jaquet Droz, other SYC Partners and Friends also include Silver Partners <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros de Mallorca S.A. (Company)">Astilleros de Mallorca</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hill Robinson (Company)">Hill Robinson</a>, Marinepool, RSB Rigging, and Friends <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/393" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Vell (Company)">Marina Port Vell Barcelona</a>.

Palma Superyacht Cup 2023 returns

The Palma Superyacht Cup returns next week, 21-24th June. 

Palma Superyacht Cup returns next week for its 27th edition

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a> have announced the launch of the 33.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 110 sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> in Finland. The yacht touched the water for the first time with her owner and his family present to break a bottle of champagne over her keel for good luck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273869/image/large-99a0cdf8055227f04cdd8ce31ec1e674.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273869">The performance cruising yacht features exterior design and naval architecture by esteemed yacht design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design</a>, with interior design from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter (Company)">Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273875/image/large-723d353bf9e6239d07e4ce863c10c38f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273875"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273876/image/large-79c7aa83fd28f73db71b12e857d0979a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273876"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> was named after an ancient Caribbean deity and has been designed for the owner’s family and friends to partake in global sailing adventures in high and low latitudes. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> features a distinctive metallic bronze hull and is described as ‘classic aggressive’ by the owner’s representative.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273878/image/large-bfd785363047ef9273f37c042d445c29.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273878"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273879/image/large-3fb19d47b79fae4cf73a57bbec1f88f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273879"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273880/image/large-286bdec46f0dd0097ba161cd3b7f6ecd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273880">Construction took place at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a> Bosund facility, before she was transported to the launch site in Jakobstad, Finland. Her transportation took two hours and involved negotiating numerous bridges and local railway lines where power cables were raised to allow the yacht to pass. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> was then lowered into the water using a mobile crane in anticipation of her launch.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273891/image/large-71d3cc7ac8bb14ac23993a63b0098861.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273891"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273893/image/large-83dfa5757b648196884296b9a6aedca1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273893">The owner celebrated the launch of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> by selecting a bottle of champagne saved from the launch party of their first yacht back in 2005. Also in attendance was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a>’s project manager, Tommy Johansson and the yacht’s build team.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273895/image/large-80536a1b9123d7e4a8e24d531bc21c25.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273895"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273897/image/large-818f4cb5819104c5809670dce724054d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273897">&nbsp;“Whenever we launch a yacht to join the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> family, it’s fair to say the thoughts of many members of our staff sail away with her, celebrating the conclusion of another unique build and wishing her and her owner fantastic sailing,” said Executive Vice President Henry Hawkins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273882/image/large-74f12d68111f35c520bf960da618e5bb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273882"> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> features vertical coachroof windows and a streamlined, low-level superstructure. Some of her distinctive characteristics include her teak-skinned main cockpit which can be converted into a large sun lounging area, which can be protected by a combined fold-down spray hood and full-length removable bimini.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273883/image/large-96cccddcea35b236b9e0d1cf82af2dc5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273883"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273885/image/large-dbd41a7d82569837696d796dc194e252.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273885">The interior of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> follows a minimalist style with an appreciation of sustainability. Her walnut timber is predominantly in veneer form and is bonded onto super lightweight honeycomb structures. Her head compartments are also limestone veneer bonded to lightweight carcasses.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273886/image/large-84b1eb7c960dca1c38d3d77d55e82661.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273886">&nbsp;Her interior designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter (Company)">Martin-Löf</a> has paid particular attention to lighting, using lanterns created from Japanese rice paper and walnut strips in the corners of the saloon. Lights are also mounted into her panels to create a subtle but elegant light source.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273887/image/large-3a62106154ea5be6d767e8a4f3556a09.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273887"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> is also equipped with a complex fold-out transom and bathing platform which leads to her stern garage, capable of holding a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Performance Tenders (Company)">Williams</a> tender. This area also includes <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">McKeon</a>’s trademark wrap-over teak decking continuing onto the transom.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273901/image/large-7b7e401b7f8173a4b85bc182631d411e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273901"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> has a multitude of headsail options including a fixed furling J1 and J2, a detachable storm jib stay, a furling Code sail tacked forward of the J1 and a variety of A sails set off the fixed bowsprit, which is integral to the hull moulding. This arrangement enables a fast ‘change of gear’ to suit weather conditions. Once in the water, preparations were immediately underway for the stepping of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a>’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a> mast.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273899/image/large-d8830948933c5a064ef763dfe9d2ca0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273899">In terms of propulsion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a>’s owner opted for a zero-emissions electric system, with a single Danfoss motor. Two 129 kW gensets charge a large bank of lithium-ion batteries which in turn drive the propulsion motor and supply all domestic, hydraulic and rig handling requirements.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273892/image/large-398249a620eafe7caf229f2c3c67d463.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273892"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11141" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zemi33.5m (109'11&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Zemi</a> is expected to complete her sea trials this summer off Jakobstad, before heading to Norway, then Svalbard and Iceland and finally Scotland. She will then head for the Canaries, followed by an Atlantic crossing to the Caribbean where she intends to compete in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/199" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="St. Barths Bucket Regatta - 2024">St Barths Bucket &nbsp;2024</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251388/image/large-5afbe459dc2100df55d565df0239db29.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251388">According to <a href="https://superyachttimes.ac-page.com/homepage" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a> currently has several yachts in-build including the 33.84-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 111 Custom sailing yacht and the 24.3-meter <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 80 Custom.&nbsp;

34m Baltic 110 sailing yacht Zemi launched

Baltic Yachts have announced the launch of the 34m Baltic 110 sailing yacht Zemi in Finland.

Baltic Yachts launches 34m Baltic 110 sailing yacht Zemi

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/176" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta - 2023">Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2023</a> officially kicks off in Porto Cervo today, 6th June 2023, with the Captains' briefing followed by a welcome cocktail for participants on the rooftop terrace of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">Yacht Club Costa Smeralda</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229376/image/large-aba5ff01196e691acc17d974971205b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229376">The regatta will be accompanied once again by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> Rendezvous, and run by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">Yacht Club Costa Smeralda</a>, alongside the title sponsor Giorgio Armani. The 17th edition of the event will conclude on the 10th June. Twelve superyachts are currently moored in Porto Cervo marina, a fleet which from tomorrow will be sailing the waters of the Costa Smeralda and weaving through the islands of the La Maddalena archipelago, providing a unique backdrop to the racing.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57769" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachts attending the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2023 (2023-06-05 17:30:00 +0200)">Yachts attending the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2023</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/227719/image/large-79ba94574a5e14f23f8e077957aac6b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/227719">The fleet has been split into two divisions, Superyacht and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a>. The Rendezvous is a key part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/176" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta - 2023">Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2023</a> and sees owners and family competing in corinthian races, concluding with a sociable meet-up and dockside events. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229379/image/large-cea83b86c27ba776c36b132d65464510.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229379">Among the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> yachts, the SW105 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10474" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SØRVIND34.59m (113'6&quot;)Southern Wind2022">Sørvind</a>, whose name means "south wind", will be attending the event for the first time. Returning to the Rendezvous are yachts such as the SW102 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5985" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Egiwave31.78m (104'3&quot;)Southern Wind2015">Egiwave</a>, the SW100 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freebird30.25m (99'3&quot;)Southern Wind2011">Freebird</a>, and the most competitive vessel in the fleet, the SW94 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6568" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aragon28.64m (93'12&quot;)Southern Wind2012">Aragon</a>.The Superyacht division is in turn divided into 'Combined Performance &amp; Cruising Class' and ‘Superyacht Cruising Class’, reserved for superyachts in accordance with the regulations of the Superyacht Racing Association. The winner of this class will be awarded the prestigious Silver Jubilee Cup. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229263/image/large-dea1766703f97de872f8b3033d9ee0ff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229263">Racing will take place over four days, through Saturday 10th June, with the size of the participating vessels meaning there will be a particular focus on safety. The Superyacht Division will have staggered starts every two to three minutes for this purpose. The courses, as always, will use the islands of the archipelago of La Maddalena as natural marks. As for the classic floating buoys used for the start, offset and finish line marks, organiser the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">YCCS</a> will use MarkSetBot robotic buoys, which hold their position thanks to an electric motor teamed with a GPS system, with no need for anchors on the seabed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229378/image/large-dd64f1f46967cdc7810d78641fcbaea6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229378">The top-level fleet includes returning participants such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pattoo33.0m (108'3&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2016">Pattoo</a>, a 33-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon</a> design which claimed victory in Porto Cervo in 2021 under the name Missy, as well as the modern <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 108 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WinWin33.04m (108'5&quot;)Baltic Yachts2014">Win Win</a>, a 2022 participant, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Inoui33.4m (109'7&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2013">Inoui</a>, designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/53" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Philippe Briand Ltd. (Company)">Philippe Briand</a> for Switzerland's Marco Vogele, an owner who never misses the Superyacht Regatta. The Wallycento <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V30.48m (100'0&quot;)Wally2017">V</a> will undoubtedly attract attention thanks to its aesthetic lines and technology - designed by Mark Mills with interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pininfarina (Company)">Pininfarina</a> and built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4656" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Persico Marine (Company)">Persico Marine</a>.&nbsp;“The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/176" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" target="_blank">Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta</a> opens our international sporting season, and I want to extend the warmest of welcomes to the owners and crews, many of whom return to Porto Cervo every year. Thanks to them and to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> for showing their appreciation for our event. And special thanks must obviously go to Giorgio Armani, for choosing the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">YCCS</a> and uniting his name with the Superyacht Regatta. Fair winds to everyone!” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">YCCS</a> Commodore Michael Illbruck. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229454/image/large-97ab5de5db02f4d908ca88fc825cf786.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229454">The programme back on land will see the Giorgio Armani Owners' Dinner held on the evening of 7th June, without doubt the most glamorous and exclusive moment of the week, while the Farewell Party taking place on Friday 9th is also not to be missed, and is open to all the crews. &nbsp;The forecast for tomorrow indicates light winds, which are set to strengthen in the following days. The first starting signal is expected to sound at 11.30 a.m. for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> fleet, followed by the Superyacht division at 12 midday.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229452/image/large-7f6d1fcb4614897f4cca0cf579725d46.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229452">SuperYacht Times' Editor in Chief, Francesca Webster, is attending this week's event and will be on site to update on the latest news throughout the regatta.&nbsp;

Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2023

The Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2023 has begun, with the 17th edition featuring the Southern Wind Rendezvous.

The Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta returns with SW Rendezvous

Yachts attending the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2023

The Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2023 will be returning from 6 to 10 June for its 16th edition, held in the glorious waters surrounding Sardinia.

The 59.7-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman2023">Sarissa</a> has had her mast stepped at the Huisfit Zaandam facility in the Netherlands. The ceremonial event involves placing the mast into the hull and marks a key moment in the construction process.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263874/image/large-0801582d3a1c07b14b7f16912f997f46.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263874">The high-performance sloop began construction in 2019, with her design kept tightly guarded until the first airing of her Alustar aluminium hull in 2020. Also known as MM597, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman2023">Sarissa</a> was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design</a> and built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263875/image/large-4e34232d8e1a63918ecb6a5a06ef18f8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263875">She features interior design by French designers <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/331" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liaigre (Company)">Studio Liaigre</a>, with Gregory Monks acting as the owner's representative throughout the build. The interior of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman2023">Sarissa</a> is flooded with plenty of natural light, thanks to her extra-large portholes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263873/image/large-8b196f2d4e398327ccdcd7e6680c607f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263873"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman2023">Sarissa</a> features a reversed bow and sleek profile with powerful hull lines and showcases a huge transom area and expansive beach club. Her midship lazarette is easily recognisable, while her boarding platforms give access from both sides of the yacht, as well as storage for watersports equipment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263877/image/large-eb37bae9935c1aad17581d1eb4af171e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263877"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman2023">Sarissa</a> features a carbon composite deckhouse, cockpit coamings and mainsheet arch, all of which were constructed by the shipyard’s sister company, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/458" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rondal B.V. (Company)">Rondal</a>. She can comfortably sleep up to 12 guests onboard, as well as a crew of 12.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263869/image/large-1c27b78faff6f37eedef5899bb9f709b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263869">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman2023">Sarissa</a> features a lift keel, retractable propulsion, and twin carbon rudders.

Mast of 60m Royal Huisman superyacht Sarissa stepped

The mast of the 60m Royal Huisman sailing yacht Sarissa have been stepped in at the Huisfit Zaandam facility in the Netherlands.

60m Royal Huisman superyacht Sarissa mast stepped

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma</a> — Europe’s longest-running superyacht regatta — has seen an influx of entries for its 27th edition, which will take place in Palma, Mallorca, from 21 until 24 June 2023.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263724/image/large-c9f12b5e03a49f26656cbf76ea86f958.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263724">The 27th edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma</a> will welcome a new 90-foot Class aimed at smaller, performance-orientated cruiser racers for the first time. The racing will take place alongside the classic Superyacht Class and long-established Corinthian Spirit Class, offering fun and competitive racing without the need for race optimisation.In the J Class, the 43.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>-built sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5761" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Svea43.6m (143'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Svea</a> will be out to renew her long-running rivalry with the 39.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>, a veteran sailing yacht built in 1933 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard (Company)">Camper and Nicholsons</a> in the UK.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263723/image/large-99c1e63c996b20dfe45c8535c5475b2d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263723">Among the boats set to compete in this year's regatta is the 36.19-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/60" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alloy Yachts (Company)">Alloy</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miss Silver36.19m (118'9&quot;)Alloy Yachts1995">Miss Silver</a> (ex Sovereign). Winner of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="New Zealand Millennium Cup 2021">New Zealand Millenium Cup 2021</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miss Silver36.19m (118'9&quot;)Alloy Yachts1995">Miss Silver</a> features naval architecture and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/35" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubois Naval Architects Ltd. (Company)">Dubois Naval Architects</a> Ltd and an interior penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232835/image/large-ccef6a806ec5efdd6c8305db611f92cd.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232835">Returning to Superyacht Cup Palma after finishing runner-up in Class A in 2017 is the 32.64-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>-built sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ribelle32.64m (107'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Ribelle</a>. The modern and elegant sailing yacht features naval architecture and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design</a>, and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a>. A strong contender, often competing on the international stage, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ribelle32.64m (107'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Ribelle</a> has participated in a multitude of iconic races, such as the St Barths Bucket and the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ribelle32.64m (107'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Ribelle</a> will battle with stablemate, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">McKeon</a>-designed and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>-built 33-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pattoo33.0m (108'3&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2016">Pattoo</a> (ex Missy), who took Class A last year on countback.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233090/image/large-68e02df9d8d2391270a8ec0ffcb76e4b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233090">Finland-based yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> is behind the 24.38-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4056" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Umiko24.38m (79'12&quot;)Nautor Swan2000">Umiko</a> of the Swan 80 series, featuring naval architecture and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">German Frers</a>. Also built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a>, the Swan 100 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4743" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Onyx30.11m (98'9&quot;)Nautor Swan2005">Onyx</a> (ex Aquarius Alfa, Flying Dragon II), will make her debut at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> may seemingly dominate this year’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma</a> line up, with the 25.08-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12787" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dark Horse25.08m (82'3&quot;)Nautor Swan2013">Dark Horse</a>, also built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a>, has also expressed interest in competing in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma</a> Director, Kate Branagh, commented, “With these latest additions to the fleet we are optimistic that we will see at least 10 superyachts enjoying fun and competitive racing here in Mallorca this June, and maybe a few more.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233087/image/large-46e3217e34b7fc9543ab388ca7b9cf36.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233087">"It is also wonderful to once again welcome back our highly valued and long-standing sponsors and supporters, not least our Preferred Hotel Partner, St. Regis Hotels &amp; Resorts and the St. Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort, host venue for the Owners' Summer Barbecue, a highlight of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">SYC</a> social scene," Branagh continued.Destination Partner New Zealand, alongside Silver Partners or Friends of the Superyacht Cup including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros de Mallorca S.A. (Company)">Astilleros</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/314" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pantaenius (Company)">Pantaenius</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/35" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubois Naval Architects Ltd. (Company)">Hill Robinson</a>, RSB Rigging Solutions, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/758" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North Sails (Company)">North Sails</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek Design</a>, will return to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma 2023</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233085/image/large-7a2475147aec276a706728989b2b3ca0.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233085">"In 2022 we were able to celebrate renewing our long-standing and highly valued relationship as Preferred Hotel Partner with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">The Superyacht Cup Palma</a>, and we look forward to doing so again in 2023," said Candice D’Cruz, Vice President &amp; Continent Brand Leader for Luxury, Europe, Middle East &amp; Africa, Marriott International. "The traditions, legacy and exclusive service that St. Regis Hotels &amp; Resorts, part of Marriott International, offers is a perfect match with Superyacht Cup Palma, one of the most exclusive events Mallorca has to offer."The view is strongly echoed by Nigel Fyfe, New Zealand's ambassador to Spain, who said, "<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma</a> has provided the perfect opportunity to highlight our country's unique attractions, and New Zealand is proud to have been <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">Superyacht Cup Palma</a>'s Destination Partner for seven years in a row. It is a relationship we look forward to continuing into the future."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263722/image/large-23879ced108cc36690c214ae556f539d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263722">Many participating vessels will this year be berthed at the prestigious Real Club Náutico de Palma, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Superyacht Cup Palma - 2023">SYC</a>'s long-standing race management partner located in the vibrant heart of the Mallorcan capital.

Superyacht Cup Palma regatta 2023 entry list

Sailing yacht entries for the 27th edition of the Superyacht Cup Palma regatta are lining up.

Influx of entries for the 27th Superyacht Cup Palma regatta

Italy-based builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a> (TISG) have unveiled the first renderings for the new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> fleet, Genesis. The new innovative fleet of sailing yachts range in size from 48 to 77-metres and stem from the yard’s ambition to create a line of comfortable and easy-sailing yachts with large interior spaces.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261723/image/large-51e2f4aefd46763b7a71895dd513f471.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261723">The Genesis series includes three models, the 48-metre regatta and cruise models, the 56-metre ketch and the 77-metre Falcon Rig. The external lines of the Genesis fleet reflect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a>'s signature features of elegance and beauty, while expressing a timeless and contemporary design that projects them into the future.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261725/image/large-ddf9172ef901194ddb1d0b251b480663.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261725">"I am very proud of the new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> fleet and the progress made so far over the past year," commented Giovanni Costantino, Founder &amp; CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>. "By transferring the comfort of motor yachts to sailing yachts, we have succeeded in creating a harmonious synergy between two worlds, thanks to our already strong expertise, which has been strengthened and expanded through the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> acquisition.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261724/image/large-2c3634a8bb1f5dce745286838f817c96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261724">The Genesis fleet is characterised by clean lines and elongated, continuous curvilinear shapes. There is a large use of glass on all models to expand her natural light onboard, with her stern opening up to provide an organic, supple layout.The main interior is designed to exude luxury while maintaining functionality. Key features include a blue leather handrail that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> plans to make a recurring signature feature on all future models.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261721/image/large-7350a2f16bf9ea3c375fea3775423c94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261721">The 48-metre model will be offered in two configurations, regatta and cruise. “The new generation hull lines will allow even more comfortable sailing while the open stern, equipped with a transformer, will facilitate access to the sea offering great comfort particularly at anchorage,” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261719/image/large-84da386e752bae10e1646003e7fb0973.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261719">Her superstructure has been re-designed to incorporate <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a>’s signature style with folding balconies, a double round glass stripe and an enclosed aft cockpit. &nbsp;The sail systems will be concentrated in the two command consoles, with a series of joysticks that facilitate single-man control without the need for dedicated crew.&nbsp;The new 48-metre sailing yacht will have new hull lines to offer limited heeling angles while sailing, with double rudders and a swing centreboard to minimise draft and allow access to remote ports and bays.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261718/image/large-99666768d60124d45c04ed244151ad7f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261718">The 56-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> sailing yacht has been designed in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design</a>, which are responsible for the naval platform and sail plan, as well as her exterior design. The new sail plan, full in carbon, will ensure comfort and sailing performance through the use of Perini Navi's "sail handling system".The 77-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> sailing yacht will also be the first vessel to install the legendary Falcon Rig. The sailing yacht will have two masts to aid with navigation and safety and will feature an electro-hydraulic mast-sail management system. The new sailing yacht will also be the first Perini Navi to have a full-size spa-beach club, with folding terraces that are connected with to the aft beach area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261720/image/large-ad7995720b66b70a693c62f7f809f244.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261720"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> currently has four other sailing yachts under construction including the 47-metre Art Explora which will feature an onboard art gallery with a scheduled delivery date of August 2023. As well as this, there is the 60-metre sailing ketch featuring naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/52" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ron Holland Design (Company)">Ron Holland</a> and interior by French designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a>, scheduled for delivery in August 2024.&nbsp;The 56-metre sailing ketch signed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcom McKeon</a> and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a> has a scheduled for delivery of July 2025, and the 47-metre sloop for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a> broker Bruce Brakenhoff will be delivered in July 2025.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261722/image/large-595993a67c218c93350892d0dc366e4a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261722">“The market is showing particular sensitivity to our sailing yachts, and our established reputation for design, quality and innovation will help strengthen the Group's expansion and growth strategy,” concluded Giovanni Costantino.

Genesis: The new sailing yacht fleet from Perini Navi

Perini Navi and TISG have unveiled the first renderings for the new Perini Navi fleet, Genesi, with yachts ranging from 48 to 77m.

TISG presents the new 48-77m Perini Navi sailing yacht fleet Genesis

The 59.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> sailing yacht Project 404, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2023">Sarissa</a> has been photographed out of the shed for the first time in preparation for her launch at the Vollenhove shipyard in the Netherlands. The high-performance sloop began construction in 2019, with her design kept tightly guarded until the first airing of her Alustar aluminium hull in 2020.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259986/image/large-1b6547a9e6382f6e37064e6372d9993c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259986"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259982/image/large-db2ae24e9137a936d359cf09b089d84f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259982"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2023">Sarissa</a>, also known as MM597, was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design</a> and built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>’s craftsmen. She features interior design by French designers <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/331" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liaigre (Company)">Studio Liaigre</a>, with Gregory Monks acting as the owners’ representative throughout the build.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259984/image/large-2f29ef0342c1fb9eae5b47b2283f5826.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259984"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259981/image/large-0d52353cea19a1f1ec71cbf141e05ff8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259981"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259980/image/large-0a6799b0a4d4e59397c3ae2418778ac5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259980"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2023">Sarissa</a> features a reversed bow and sleek profile with powerful hull lines. Her huge transom opening gives access to an expansive beach club area, while her extra-large portholes flood her interiors with plenty of natural light.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259978/image/large-f4ffd6d26c6e55f4fbfd69f809c111e9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259978"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259977/image/large-0e494ff6489e63e0608357ba489b9df7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259977"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259976/image/large-07bf564b1023b4d6d36fcd6fd6fb1137.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259976"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259975/image/large-54c91cf22e391f1c547848bb144a5e45.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259975"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259972/image/large-f304a50b3c460f0e33769bb7535770b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259972">Her midship lazarette is easily recognisable and her boarding platforms give access from both sides of the yacht, as well as storage for watersports equipment. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2023">Sarissa</a> also features a carbon composite deckhouse, cockpit coamings and mainsheet arch, all of which were constructed by the shipyard’s sister company, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/458" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rondal B.V. (Company)">Rondal</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259985/image/large-f833f6972a4c7cf7c9bfdc02854a6c8e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259985"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2023">Sarissa</a> is able to comfortably sleep up to 12 guests onboard, as well as a crew of 12. In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarissa59.7m (195'10&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2023">Sarissa</a> features a lift keel, retractable propulsion, and twin carbon rudders.

Royal Huisman’s 60m Project 404 sailing yacht Sarissa prepares for launch

Royal Husiman’s 60m Project 404 sailing yacht Sarissa has been spotted out of the shed in preparation for her launch in Vollenhove, the Netherlands.

60m Royal Huisman Project 404 sailing yacht Sarissa prepares for launch

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a>’ 33.5-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 110 Custom is entering the final phase of her construction. The ground-breaking interior of the performance cruiser has already been installed, and her deck is now in place. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251386/image/large-9cce6aa42e0c6468027f97dcddbbccf6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251386">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 110 yacht will be a high performance sailing yacht, with exceptional comfort below deck and stunning interior design. Esteemed yacht design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design</a> is responsible for her exterior design and naval architecture, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter (Company)">Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter</a> took care of her interiors. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251391/image/large-adc9ff2ac48195b198e86dae18745f7d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251391">This is the second <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a>’ project developed with naval architect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon</a> who designed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 112 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6508" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alice34.14m (112'0&quot;)Baltic Yachts2019">Alice</a> and has enjoyed considerable success with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pattoo33.0m (108'3&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2016">Pattoo</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ribelle32.64m (107'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2017">Ribelle</a>. “This design features an all-carbon structure, a telescopic keel and a generous sailplan which will ensure an excellent all-round sailing performance,” said Malcolm.The carbon composite deck and separate deck saloon mouldings of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 110 yacht are now in place, and almost all of her accommodation and systems are complete. “Her hull painting, in dark metallic bronze, is progressing well as she enters the final phases of construction before launching in May 2023,” said Tommy Johansson, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a>’ project manager. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251392/image/large-1fdd9469ca51759bfd7a786e167d4ed4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251392">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 110 Custom yacht is expected to be an eco-efficient, high-performance global family cruising yacht, thanks to her refined electric propulsion system. She uses a 247kW Danfoss motor driving a folding propeller with lithium-ion battery banks charged using hydrogenation provided by the free-wheeling propeller while under sail and two low emission generators.In addition to her electric propulsion and generators, she will also sport a lifting keel and a rig package from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a> as well as photovoltaic sun awnings, further improving the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 110 Custom's eco-friendly design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251387/image/large-69f603b8e2aa8e993b2fa79a50977fb6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251387">The striking interior of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 110 Custom makes use of materials such as rice paper and walnut lantern lighting. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter (Company)">Andreas Martin-Löf Arkitekter</a>’s hallmark minimalist style combines with an appreciation of sustainability, to inject warmth and comfort into a fundamentally clean and uncluttered style. “I like to describe it as ‘warm minimalism’,” commented Andreas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251388/image/large-5afbe459dc2100df55d565df0239db29.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251388">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 110 Custom yacht has been commissioned by an experienced yachtsperson with a considerably large yacht racing background. She features a versatile rig which can set a pinhead main for cruising and a powerful square top sail for racing.&nbsp;Under the water the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 110 Custom will feature a submarine anchor stowage, a bow thruster and rotating stern thruster, twin rudders and a telescopic keel which will reduce draft from 5.80-metres to 3.80-metres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251389/image/large-b92986bdb912d2dba31b0ee7031c2117.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251389">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 110 features a versatile guest cockpit that can be arranged in several modes including dining for 10. There are also options for a twin coffee table and conversion to a large sun-bathing area by fitting removable covers and cushions. A soft bimini can also be erected on removable titanium poles to provide protection from the main companionway aft to the mainsheet position.The stern garage, boarding and bathing areas, dubbed the ‘beach club’, includes an expansive teak skinned fold-out platform equipped with ladders. The stylish design uses <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon</a>’s hallmark teak deck ‘roll-top’ design which softens the transom lines in this complex area of the yacht.“We’re taking full advantage of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon</a>’s hallmark teak deck ‘rolltop’ transom design, taking it to the next level by using it to clad the aft deck house forward of the steering positions and in the cockpit,” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251390/image/large-1ca42e4fc0d20feeee777a5846572f96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251390">The garage will also store a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Performance Tenders (Company)">Williams</a> 505 tender between the rudders, using an electric winch to retrieve the boat over the boarding platform.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 110 Custom has an expected launch date of May 2023, before heading for Norway next summer and then the Pacific via the Caribbean the following winter.

34m Baltic 110 Custom sailing yacht enters final phase of construction

Baltic Yachts has announced that the Baltic 110 Custom yacht is entering the final phase of her construction with an expected launch date of May 2023.