Greece

Papilas Yacht Yard

The 56-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seakid II56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Seakid II</a> has completed an extensive refit by the Greek design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5964" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AMK Architecture & Design (Company)">AMK Architecture &amp; Design</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/322604/image/large-97319a2cea20780f9392bcb39816547e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/322604">The refit of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seakid II56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Seakid II</a> took place at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Papilas Yacht Yard (Company)">PAPILAS Shipyard</a> in Perama, Greece and infused a contemporary European sensibility into the yacht’s interiors, replacing her previous Asian-inspired style.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235505/image/large-7d5aa8328943ecd4694af755d78138de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235505"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362141/image/large-aaae31a1308c6aa7cb5c324f609d38b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362141"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seakid II56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Seakid II</a>&nbsp;interiors before (above) and after (below)Commissioned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7924" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Angel Yachts Co. (Company)">Angel Yachts</a>, the 2023-24 project saw <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5964" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AMK Architecture & Design (Company)">AMK Architecture &amp; Design</a> blend aesthetic sophistication to create “a holistic design lens that serves both aesthetic intent and operational purpose.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235510/image/large-1bee3ce1e2dd2ed9873bc56c9408fcb1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235510"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362140/image/large-65692cc1ecbef1c83a346b158e8a1d96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362140"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seakid II56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Seakid II</a>&nbsp;interiors before (above) and after (below)All guest areas, including her six suites, were reimagined with neutral palettes, rich materials and custom finishes. Guest suites now feature newly upholstered headboards, curated textiles and refined lighting schemes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362143/image/large-6677f12e0289bbd342788e387718d867.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362143">The main deck saloon saw walnut veneer introduced to elevate the original light wood finishes, complemented by bespoke furniture and a redefined dining arrangement. A retractable 75” display, dual buffets with textured white surfaces, mirror-polished stainless steel and marble tops further enhance the visual depth of the space. Ivory leather wall panels and mirrored vertical insets complete the layered, contemporary look.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362147/image/large-b21a21177df6876d22ba4b9ef820a096.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362147">A prominent highlight is her new central staircase, which spirals elegantly around a glass elevator. Off-white rich textured wall coverings and coordinated carpeting establish a sense of visual continuity between decks. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235494/image/large-cac4784a9ee86a3b7ccd1dd5ae2947b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235494"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362144/image/large-7fb741e52630206041932fdad9d7d2f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362144"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362145/image/large-824e975b36dfd9135dc128d25cecbd50.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362145"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seakid II56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Seakid II</a>&nbsp;interiors before (above) and after (below)<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5964" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AMK Architecture & Design (Company)">AMK</a> also revitalised key outdoor areas, including the sundeck Jacuzzi, beach club and gym, creating inviting zones for relaxation and socialising. "Our goal was to reimagine the identity of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seakid II56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Seakid II</a> through a holistic design lens," concluded the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5964" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AMK Architecture & Design (Company)">AMK</a> team. "We approached the refit as a complete reinvention, shaping every detail to align with the expectations of today’s luxury charter guests."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362148/image/large-ce1b43d4c4b3dbff568b11183239be98.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362148"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seakid II56.0m (183'9&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Seakid II</a> was built in 2013 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> and featured interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2490" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Central Yacht (Company)">Central Yacht</a>, with naval architecture penned by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti Yachts</a>. She can sleep up to 12 guests across a six stateroom layout, as well as a crew of 15.

Seakid II: 56m Benetti yacht completes extensive refit

The 56m Benetti motor yacht Seakid II has completed an extensive refit by the Greek design studio AMK Architecture & Design. 

56m Benetti motor yacht Seakid II completes extensive refit

The 46.57-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ethos46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Ethos</a>, previously named PetraTara, has been seen taking on water off the coast of Kefalonia, Greece while in the Paleokaravo Bay.<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/sgm7C_kKGc0?&amp;t=1s&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe>Videos of the yacht published in the past hours show that she has taken on water to the aft starboard area and is significantly listing, whether she hit a reef, ran aground or experienced other technical challenges, is not yet clear. According to the local news outlet Protothema, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ethos46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Ethos</a> began taking on water after one of the crew members inadvertently left a side door open.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/321068/image/large-df80a0d6a2613571c5b277a286d88ab5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/321068">Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/61096" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fires, bankruptcy and build delays: Making sense of new-build yacht insurance (2024-07-26 11:00:00 +0200)">Fires, bankruptcy and build delays: Making sense of new-build yacht insurance</a>Moreover, Protothema further reports that the five tourists onboard have safely disembarked with the crew. A private boat is at the scene with two harbour guards monitoring the situation, while a diver is expected to inspect the local reefs.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/299472/image/large-aa93ee3dcaf41f4c3cd6791fc9e25d45.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/299472"> <a href="#managed-by-system" title="Ethos46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ethos46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Ethos</a> was delivered in 2014 and features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design &amp; Architecture</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6198" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bergman Design House (Company)">Bergman Design House</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tecnomar (Company)">Tecnomar</a>. She can accommodate up to 12 guests across five staterooms. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ethos46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Ethos</a> underwent an extensive interior refit at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Papilas Yacht Yard (Company)">Papilas Yacht Yard</a> in Greece that was completed in January. Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="47m Admiral superyacht Ethos undergoing extensive interior refit (2024-01-19 14:00:00 +0100)">47m Admiral superyacht Ethos undergoing extensive interior refit</a>

Yacht Ethos sinking Greece

According to news reports, the 46.57-metre Admiral superyacht Ethos was seen taking in water off the coast of Kefalonia, Greece.

Video: 47m Admiral yacht Ethos taking on water in Greece

The 44.17-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/52" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bliss44.17m (144'11&quot;)Heesen Yachts2007">Bliss</a>, previously named One O One, has entered the market, managed by Michel Chryssicopoulos of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is one of two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> 4400 model yachts currently available on the market. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/52" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bliss44.17m (144'11&quot;)Heesen Yachts2007">Bliss</a> joins the market in turnkey condition having recently completed a refit at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Papilas Yacht Yard (Company)">Papilas Yacht Yard</a> in Greece.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291719/image/large-6e2f76fc67aaf727a1dac3ffe999be76.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291719">Delivered in 2007, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/52" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bliss44.17m (144'11&quot;)Heesen Yachts2007">Bliss</a> features exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a>. She can accommodate up to 14 guests onboard across seven staterooms and has space for nine crew members, including the captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90483/image/large-de8f9ccbeb797a3da444d4bb8f138786.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90483"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90482/image/large-734d04d257004adc5e1a60e660d1c240.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90482"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291720/image/large-56cc14e52ce882dcb938be699fe44763.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291720">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> presents a contemporarily designed saloon with ample seating area. Large windows flood the space with abundant natural light. An integrated entertainment system makes it an ideal indoor space for social gatherings. Furthermore, the main saloon is complemented by a formal dining area featuring a generously sized circular table. The proximity of the dining area to the aft deck makes it the perfect spot for transitioning to dinner after an al-fresco aperitif. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90485/image/large-177606b5d707923c4cb47e04bd923fe1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90485"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90486/image/large-3721a0dc8bfa1bc0c0e7b8d01328d97e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90486"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/52" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bliss44.17m (144'11&quot;)Heesen Yachts2007">Bliss</a> also features an additional saloon that seamlessly connects with the main aft deck. This space is thoughtfully equipped with a well-placed bar and comfortable seating areas, creating the perfect setting for guests to partake in refined and intimate social gatherings.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291710/image/large-be3aee1e01596494572b690df8c371dd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291710"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291709/image/large-f32e7d1c2a2da4801051c4106ce7b2bf.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291709">The yacht's master suite is characterised by neutral carpet flooring and ceiling, creating a calm atmosphere. The generous windows and spacious layout offer comfort and tranquillity to any potential owner. Furthermore, the inclusion of a large sofa positioned by the windows provides ample space for the owner to relax in absolute privacy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291721/image/large-aca38c76ba976551ca566ea36112391d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291721">Prominent features on the yacht <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/bliss/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Bliss for sale</a> include an upper deck Jacuzzi and sauna, providing a luxurious relaxation experience. Additionally, a modern stabilisation system has been implemented, significantly reducing rolling motion and thereby enhancing onboard comfort whilst cruising.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90486/image/large-3721a0dc8bfa1bc0c0e7b8d01328d97e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90486"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291722/image/large-e2c4f76f99e0a9b0c4c8a365fea0b2ce.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291722">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/heesen/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Heesen yacht for sale</a> has an aluminium hull and superstructure. She is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, which give her a cruising speed of 20 knots and a top speed of 26 knots.

44m Heesen 4400 superyacht Bliss for sale

The 44.17-metre Heesen superyacht Bliss has entered the market, represented by Michel Chryssicopoulos of IYC.