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Patrick Bray Yacht Design 

Canada-based studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Patrick Bray Yacht Design (Company)">Bray Yacht Design</a> have unveiled the inner workings of their latest creation: the Bahamas Explorer yacht, a 34.3-metre fuel efficient explorer yacht designed for long-range expeditions. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314047/image/large-b1061fd55b92f9891ce88b8aca2188f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314047">The vision of the Bahamas Explorer yacht draws upon “25 years of research and development into fuel saving appendages, making it the studio’s most advanced project to date”, explained Patrick Bray of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Patrick Bray Yacht Design (Company)">Bray Yacht Design</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314050/image/large-d669466a928e72dea201e721fd07d33b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314050">By including a bow bulb, midship bulb, and stern bulb, the Bahamas Explorer’s design aims to save on fuel consumption by 25 percent, meaning smaller fuel tanks and engines are required to propel the swift yacht to a top speed of 18 knots. In addition, the yacht, which has a 6,000 nautical mile range at a speed of 12 knots, boasts a lower carbon footprint as a result. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314054/image/large-5d0e25d1ff5b9fe4c8f0ea71420584e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314054">Described as “rough, tough, and no nonsense”, this yacht is tailor-made to take on a range of weather conditions, with her fixed/active stabilisers providing her with a stability double that of most other vessels.Thanks to her raised bow, protected sides, and high bulwarks, the yacht’s interiors and those onboard are constantly shielded from the unpredictable sea. Furthermore, a 14-zone air conditioning system, complete with chill chasers, also ensures maximum comfort inside, regardless of the outdoor temperature. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314058/image/large-67836ae180cb57e411c445909bafe3cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314058">Expansive hull side windows extend across the full-beam master’s suite to the social main saloon, allowing for a far-reaching view of the surrounding seascape.When it comes to forms of entertainment offered onboard the Bahamas Explorer, while at remote anchorage, equipment can be lowered off the main deck for guests to enjoy the sea breeze. Moreover, those onboard can also venture off into a secluded beach for a picnic or day out with family and friends. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314048/image/large-f3627201f79b3ab5bbdb2232cc26264e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314048">The yacht’s spacious aft deck allows for a range of water toys, serving as either a storage space for a helicopter, seaplane, Jet Skis, windsurfers, kayaks, or potentially a swimming pool.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314051/image/large-2dced5ee6c5f16fc5a8525da71e657c3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314051">Moving inside, encompassed by Bahamas Explorer’s sturdy exterior silhouette are contrastingly comfortable and convivial interior living spaces. Featuring hard wearing flooring throughout, as well as light wood interior cabinetry, carpeted staterooms, and bathrooms composed of natural stone or marble, the yacht’s interiors are “light, contemporary, and simple, yet classy”, according to her designer.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314049/image/large-fe5f9a44cd3304cfcb80f41e98b3741b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314049">

34m Bray Yacht Design Bahamas Explorer yacht concept

Canada-based studio Bray Yacht Design have unveiled the inner workings of their latest creation: the 34.3-metre explorer yacht Bahamas Explorer.