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The worlds largest yacht support vessels

SuperYacht Times takes a look at the largest yacht support vessels currently in the world and in operation.

The world’s largest yacht support vessels

The 90.6-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1652" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a. (Company)">Cantiere Navale Ferrari</a> is a sight to behold; she’s a conversion project and began life as an Italian cruise ship and she very recently came on the market for the first time. Her exterior lines are undeniably distinctive, but her interior design is a rascal’s delight – bold, bright and inspired by the golden Art Deco years of the 1920s. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230975/image/large-da095d704fb84656f4a3bd58564c0d96.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230975">The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> was delivered in 1989 under her maiden name Mercury. Being designed to cater to the whims and needs of a large number of passengers, she boasts an incredible 4,184 GT – unusually voluminous for a superyacht under 100-metres in length. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230974/image/large-5fff571c61ecec1c1eaf00327b9855cb.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230974"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230979/image/large-ac2135efa3a9a7d5f9a8de6e5fe48780.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230979"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230980/image/large-7dc555ffbfbf99881966b00b5c96912d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230980">After a 20-year service as a commercial liner, she was booked in for a two-year, multi-million dollar refit with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/79" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Platinum Yachts FZCO (Company)">Platinum Yachts</a>. The UAE-based shipyard overthrew her interior and exterior design to bring her into a new class of vessel: superyacht. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230970/image/large-14259c70f76d8e2a35cfe9fa7c711b34.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230970"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230966/image/large-55c9adedb88a2dca23cc0a372f8f5f33.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230966"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230951/image/large-2a76f1ee9055aa10434318727de82b48.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230951">While under ownership, the interior design of superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> was kept under a veil of secrecy; but now that she’s joined the market her interior design has been revealed for the first time. And she’s a marvel. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230959/image/large-c8ec592bc949b67b816b4f41906c0568.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230959"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230987/image/large-c21497b0499af1df657e6f913a498a7d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230987"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230962/image/large-8c539208345b815cdc66007fa417bce4.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230962"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230963/image/large-9c45611c4d196818d3bea68401545330.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230963"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230973/image/large-e577c54ed58340c308b9bb3d73abf571.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230973"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230945/image/large-ae7f35c5c59f686009d41ecedacf08bf.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230945"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230967/image/large-b90f98ed81d13ef998d63ad3cbe5c60e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230967"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/79" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Platinum Yachts FZCO (Company)">Platinum Yachts</a> fitted and furnished her with a highly charismatic colour palette – there’s not one dull corner of this 90.6-metre superyacht. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> is bold, playful and unique. As many as 44 guests can reside onboard this superyacht, across 22 well-appointed and deftly designed staterooms. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230950/image/large-7575094d95e4b563966a47d0fca02907.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230950"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230932/image/large-82fb54e42a5332e2c823b2edb369941d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230932"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230952/image/large-6f5fd29a520b1d5086c672524e432496.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230952">The owner’s suite is nothing short of sublime, boasting a private deck and Jacuzzi and panoramic 180-degree views. The remaining guest staterooms comprise eight VIP suites and 13 doubles. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> can carry a whopping crew of 71. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230947/image/large-1efd3751587fdb70144fc7f769a1cead.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230947"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230945/image/large-ae7f35c5c59f686009d41ecedacf08bf.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230945"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230964/image/large-a89ce10f10e443eb2ad171b614971fc3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230964"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230941/image/large-1a1fd4e34836ead7e6a8ecf935c618ab.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230941"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230936/image/large-8e14979530534d07454c13ec9cd10ab3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230936"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230968/image/large-eae9d1f440a7f21638cd52c70d44061a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230968"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230969/image/large-762537d8746e41f9399b821221e0b4a9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230969">The superyacht is kitted out with an abundance of amenities, including a large guest lounge with two flexible saloons that can be converted to games or screen rooms, depending on needs. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> also offers plenty of outdoor space and a plentiful toy box.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230934/image/large-e1299686281b01da60603d89d67daa77.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230934"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230943/image/large-1de274b30d9e865f56ce60eb7cc23da1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230943"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230925/image/large-b913d111b2f0cc3831b53ab657ad91bf.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230925">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55094" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="91m Cantiere Navale Ferrari superyacht Dubawi enters the market for the first time (2022-05-06 09:45:00 +0200)">91m Cantiere Navale Ferrari superyacht Dubawi enters the market for the first time</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> draws power from twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines that allow her to cruise at 13.5 knots and reach speeds of up to 15 knots. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230983/image/large-b0a847cf58c706b76429dcbee4742108.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230983"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230978/image/large-e16663a3ec96fef9add4a46e4a8ebbf6.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230978"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230933/image/large-1dbc74565583f3f631be36b424c3bdfe.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230933"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230982/image/large-d65b3d5fdd8325242be3ea88972dad4d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230982"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230949/image/large-e78455443f2b405f4a7a162cad38a426.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230949">The yacht is now on the market with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2529" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Worth Avenue Yachts (Company)">Worth Avenue Yachts</a> for the first time since her launch.These vessel specifications and images are not to be used or shared on any social media platforms without the expressed permission of the owner.

Onboard the 91m superyacht Dubawi

First look onboard the highly charismatic Art Deco inspired 91m superyacht Dubawi.

New shots unveiled of the highly secretive 91m superyacht Dubawi 

The 90.60-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1652" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a. (Company)">Cantiere Navale Ferrari</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> has entered the market for the first time. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/dubawi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Dubawi for sale</a> was delivered in 1989 from Italy as a cruise ship, but in 2009 she was converted into a superyacht after a 2-year, multi-million-dollar refit that took place at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/79" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Platinum Yachts FZCO (Company)">Platinum Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/150170/image/large-daff5b787406b6dc67cf72afdde9b7be.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/150170">After her extensive refit in 2009, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> was completely redesigned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/79" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Platinum Yachts FZCO (Company)">Platinum Yachts</a> who were responsible for her interior, exterior and naval architecture. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> has a lot of possibilities in rearranging the internal volume to fit the needs of her new owner. The 4,184 GT <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is one of the most private and exclusive superyachts within her class with a highly secretive layout. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226215/image/large-1d4c86b5c2e9f37e605350f33fe533fa.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226215"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226214/image/large-712d25d53bcebd6e929e3ed342ea7260.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226214">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> has only had one owner since her rebuild with huge volumes that are similar to a yacht of a larger size. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> currently has a large guest lounge with two Majilis/saloons that can be arranged to meet the new owners needs. These spaces can be reorganised or converted for other uses such as a games room or a cinema. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226211/image/large-e280ca1fdae695a4bb4e793f0b3c1091.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226211"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226213/image/large-c5e1fec767c43ad97bae6e9752224a0c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226213"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226210/image/large-8c1840b18b0367b3e9700823d3d0b252.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226210">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/cantiere-navale-ferrari-s-p-a/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Cantiere Navale Ferrari yacht for sale</a> has an elevator that services all her interior decks to maximise the comfort of her guests. To ensure all her guests are comfortable and well-looked after, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> comes with a hospital room for those in need. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> also has a fully equipped nightclub with a light-up dance floor on her lower deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226209/image/large-990f442882ba6f37f593d1ac449e8aa8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226209"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> was built to accommodate large groups with an impressive 22 staterooms for up to 44 guests. The owners suite has 180 degree views across her private deck and comes with a Jacuzzi. The remaining guest accommodation includes eight VIP staterooms and 13 double staterooms, all of which are spacious and well designed to provide ultimate comfort. Guests onboard will be well looked after with and supported by a crew of 71. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226216/image/large-159a98674ff4127296678dc42f8dafa1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226216">The swimming platform of <a href="https://iq.superyachttimes.com/yachts/dubawi" target="_blank">Dubawi</a> was rearranged during her refit to offer a fountain on the starboard side, creating a peaceful environment for guests to relax. Her other exterior spaces have a balance of protected and unprotected areas allowing you to adapt each space depending on your cruising preferences.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/8054/image/large-f3201ee061f0d9bc09216a80ffda3cf5.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/8054"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> B&amp;W Alpha 12V28/32 engines that provide her with a top speed of 15 knots and a comfortable cruising speed of 13.5 knots.

Cantiere Navale Ferrari superyacht Dubawi for sale

The 91m Cantiere Navale Ferrari superyacht Dubawi has entered the market for the first time.

91m Cantiere Navale Ferrari superyacht Dubawi enters the market for the first time

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<img src="/uploads/store/photo/26808/image/large-0e0b4df3ee198dd124076f94135cc497.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/26808">Pictured here in Dubai is the third largest superyacht in the world, the 162-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/206" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai162.0m (531'6&quot;)">Dubai</a>. Built by Platinum Yachts and completed in 2006, a large part of her hull and superstructure was completed in Germany at Blohm + Voss in co-operation with Lürssen. After the unfinished yacht was sold to the ruler of Dubai - who is still her current owner - she was transported from Germany to the Platinum Yachts’ facilities in Dubai for completion. She was designed by Andrew Winch Designs, with Nakheel Interiors collaborating on her interior.

Dubai in Dubai

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	The 90m superyacht Dubawi anchored in Dubai

	 

	 

	 

	Pictured here in Dubai is the 90.6 metre superyacht Dubawi, owned by the ruling family of Dubai. Built by the Italian shipyard Cantiere Navale Ferrari in 1989, she was designed in her entirety by Platinum Yachts FZCO and was originally built as a small cruise ship before she embarked upon her extensive conversion in 2007. The project was completed in 2009, where she was then revealed at the Dubai International Boat Show. On board she accommodates an impressive total of 44 guests as well as a crew of 71.
	 
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The 90m superyacht Dubawi cruising at The Palm, Dubai

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157884/image/large-80c7c5712ee177cb2a905e13a1492e5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157884">Superyacht Dubai in Dubai Pictured here in Dubai is the third largest superyacht in the world, the 162 metre superyacht Dubai. Built by Platinum Yachts and completed in 2006, a large part of her hull and superstructure was completed in Germany at Blohm + Voss in co-operation with Lürssen. After the unfinished yacht was sold to the ruler of Dubai - who is still her current owner - she was transported from Germany to the Platinum Yachts’ facilities in Dubai for completion. She was designed by Andrew Winch Designs, with Nakheel Interiors collaborating on her interior.By Tom van Oossanen, photo by Ade Owens

The world’s third largest superyacht in Dubai

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/152968/image/large-756291d14200b04697721954be99e8e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/152968">Superyacht Dubai in DubaiPictured here is the immense superyacht Dubai docked at Logos Island in the UAE. Though her hull was initially completed by the German shipyard Blohm + Voss, she was transported to the Platinum Yachts FZCO facilities located in Jebel Ali for completion in 2006, in the home country of her distinguished owner; the Vice President and Prime Minister of Dubai, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, also referred to as Sheikh Mohammed. In this photo, she is docked at Logos Island, one of two identical artificial islands built in the shape a palm leaf, owned by the owner of Dubai. Dubai is the third largest yacht in the world after the 162.50 metre Eclipse built by Blohm + Voss in 2010, as well as the 180 metre Azzam launched in 2013 by Lürssen Yachts. Designed by Andrew Winch with interiors designed by Platinum Yachts, Dubai boasts accommodation for up to 72 guests.Powered by four MTU 20V 1163 TB93 8,450 hp engines, she has a top speed of 26 knots, a cruising speed of 25 knots, and a range of 8,500 nm.By Gemma Fottles, photo by Maarten Janssen / <a href="http://www.superyachtphoto.com" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 1.6em;" target="_blank">SuperYachtPhoto.com</a>

Superyacht Dubai docked at Logos Island, Dubai

The 90-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a>, owned by the ruling family of Dubai, was originally built as a small cruise ship in 1989. In 2007 the Dubai based shipyard Platinum Yachts started to convert <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> into a private luxury yacht. The conversion was completed in January 2009 and&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubawi90.6m (297'3&quot;)Cantiere Navale Ferrari S.p.a.1989">Dubawi</a> made her public appearance at the Dubai International Boat Show, where I visited the yacht. She was seen earlier this summer leaving the Med, and cruising north up the Atlantic coast. She has been docked together with superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3173" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Smeralda77.0m (252'7&quot;)Silver Yachts2012">Smeralda</a>, also owned by the same family, in the French city of Saint-Malo for a couple of days now.<img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/150169/image/large-e55e1a41c94a2f80deedb10403024887.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/150169"><img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/150170/image/large-daff5b787406b6dc67cf72afdde9b7be.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/150170"><img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/150171/image/large-5dffb06496572a4bde09521d26733400.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/150171"><img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/150172/image/large-4f7a032c4687d37ba84fe557f183fbe9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/150172">

The 90 metre superyacht Dubawi visits Saint Malo

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147615/image/large-2115b646dd70afd7d1753c96ce6c24f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147615">Superyacht Dubai in DubaiThe 162 metre superyacht <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/206">Dubai</a>, seen here in Dubai earlier this week, was completed in 2006 by Platinum Yachts to an Andrew Winch design. She was originally commissioned by a Prince from Brunei and she was to be built at Blohm &amp; Voss in co-operation with Lürssen. When a large part of the hull and superstructure of Project Panhandle/Golden Star was completed, the construction stopped and the unfinished yacht was sold to the ruler of Dubai, who transported her from Germany to Dubai for completion.Photo by Merijn de Waard

The 162 metre superyacht Dubai in Dubai

In 2006 work started to convert a research vessel into private yacht by Platinum Yachts in the United Arab Emirates. Work on the project, code named Cosmos, stopped in 2009, and the yacht's faith at this moment is unknown to us.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/143229/image/large-22b4942db569dace6a8c9644d8058b18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/143229">When I was in Dubai last week, on top of the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, I spotted the yacht on the hard in an area known as Dubai Maritime City. It is unknown to us, if the 97-metre yacht will be completed, or if the project has been abandoned.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/143230/image/large-f4c1e8c636bab28fb7f6258f19942f24.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/143230"><a href="mailto:yachts@superyachttimes.com?subject=Info%20on%20M/Y%20Cosmos">Please contact us</a> if you have any recent or historical information on this project. I will post an update as soon as I have more information.

The fate of the 97 metre superyacht conversion project Cosmos

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/134366/image/large-64e0b12322ad0b582e5517964e472a4c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134366">Superyacht Dubai cruising off the Palm IslandThe 162 metre superyacht <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/206">Dubai</a> cruising off the Palm Island on the opening day of the Dubai International Boat Show 2011. The superyacht was completed in 2006 by Platinum Yachts to an Andrew Winch design.By Merijn de Waard

Superyacht Dubai cruising off the Palm Island

True to her mythological name, the 88 metre diesel-electric superyacht Triton is destined to rule the waves. Platinum Yachts, a Dubai World Company Dry Docks World subsidiary, unveiled this superyacht at the inaugural 2009 Abu Dhabi Yacht Show in March. Triton was designed by the combined talents of Sam Sorgiovanni and Azure Naval Architects. With a 14.6 metre beam and 4.4 metre draft, she is the first in a planned series of six. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128426/image/large-ee09a97cab2bc247fa4333370f6eea4f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128426">Triton’s design has timeless elements of classic yachts, with a modern perspective. She is a full displacement, twin screw diesel-electric motor yacht with a round bilge steel hull and aluminum superstructure. Her exterior consists of four accommodation decks and a spacious sundeck that can be fitted as a fully compliant helideck at the owner’s request. She has teak exterior decks, stainless-steel railings, glass windscreens, and tinted single glazed windows. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128427/image/large-028317c6812a2cc8992ef4e48ab31fa0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128427"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128428/image/large-f4cc95dd5c061c113e16d209a43111f5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128428">Her general arrangement allows great flexibility, providing luxury owner and guest accommodations, dining, large outdoor areas with ample stowage for water sports and diving equipment, swimming pool, two outdoor Jacuzzis, spa area, and full gymnasium. The Platinum Yachts mission was to create a superyacht perfect for vacation come rain or sunshine. Interior and exterior merge effortlessly without distracting from the surrounding beauty. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128429/image/large-1aa6cfaa08637092c4397c478990999e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128429">This superyacht’s diesel-electric propulsion configuration was designed in close collaboration with Imtech Marine, featuring a “single-deck” engine room that allowed more luxury interior space when compared with yachts of similar size. Though this propulsion design has a greater cost and is generally heavier in weight than others, the trade-offs for these minor considerations include better fuel consumption, low noise and vibration, less need for controllable pitch propellers, and easy maintenance due to the conventional arrangements. Triton has a maximum speed of 19 knots. At a cruising speed of 15 knots, she has a range of approximately 5000 nautical miles. Her classification is Lloyd’s Register - 100A1 SSC Yacht (P) Mono G6 - LMC, UMS, SCM, MCA Large commercial yacht code (LY2) compliant. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128430/image/large-c6b2600c79dfab5808040485b7018bfd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128430"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128431/image/large-40899f5a7883a40b052750a015a0f7a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128431"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128432/image/large-6e0beceef3477a7fa506755d7c3dbef2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128432">Throughout this superyacht, her living spaces focus on the wellness of those onboard. Water and light are the ingredients used to provide a unique atmosphere and ambience. The spa at the top, the three exterior Jacuzzis, the pool and the amazing “beach-club” at the transom form an interacting environment with light and water. The “beach-club”, in addition to the large pool (with waterfall) consists of a sunbathing area, beach bar and diving center, as well as everything a water-sports lover could dream off. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128433/image/large-4b582e08aa026cc29feea6b0f269377f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128433">Within her exterior, the arrangement, the spaces, the circulation of crew and guests has been developed in order to provide a home-like feeling combined with sophisticated luxury and privacy. There is a central staircase with glass elevator that connects the five decks together, allowing access from the Lower-deck embarkation platform directly to all the accommodation spaces. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128434/image/large-bba2443022f339abeed5f2279a335455.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128434">Beginning at the lower deck, the layout includes a full gymnasium with en-suite toilet facilities as well as crew cabin accommodation, fully-equipped galley and laundry facilities. On the lower deck is also the tender garage, capable of handling 11-meter tenders. The main deck features six VIP suites with en-suite bathrooms, as well as the main dining with seating for 18 and the main salon. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128435/image/large-42222ad36b887c90b1a347583e0917f5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128435">The upper deck has a full-beam owners suite with his/hers bathrooms and walk-in closets, private outside forward deck with Jacuzzi, and informal salon convertible into a theater linked to the aft outside dining and seating area with bar. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128436/image/large-e29a0f315d97815dcceddb7803321a41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128436">The bridge deck this superyacht has a full spa-treatment room with sauna and steam-room, combined with great outdoor seating and sunbathing. Forward is the wheelhouse, office and Captain’s cabin. The Sundeck allows for more sunbathing with Jacuzzi, and exterior seating with dinning space offering a great forward view. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128437/image/large-71d331d4366d8f4aaef76878ae61d4ea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128437"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128438/image/large-8adc26a7f45003f04f2a4a15542c4247.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128438">Platinum Yachts +971 4883 3323 <a href="mailto:info@platinumyachts.ae?subject=M/Y%20Triton%20%28SuperYachtTimes.com%29">info@platinumyachts.ae</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.platinumyachts.ae">www.platinumyachts.ae</a> By C.C. Schindel

M/Y Triton - 88m superyacht by Platinum Yachts

Platinum Yachts, well known for building the world’s largest yacht M/Y Dubai, has just launched their new website, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.platinum.gov.ae">www.platinum.gov.ae</a>. Apart from the new construction and repair/refit activities, Platinum Yachts will also offer their clients Yacht Management and Interior Design services.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127361/image/large-3274838ad7913b0fd74568973e0a6857.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127361"> The new website of Platinum Yachts, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.platinum.gov.ae">www.platinum.gov.ae</a> Besides detailed information and photos on their past projects, Dubai, Dubai Magic and Dubawi, the new website also reveals more information on the 87 metre Sam Sorgiovanni designed Triton and unveils a new conversion project DB II, which like Dubawi is based on a former cruise ship. Later this year, Platinum Yachts will move to state-of-the-art facilities at Dubai Maritime City - a manmade peninsula especially created for the maritime industry. Platinum Yachts +971 4 8833323 <a href="mailto:info@platinum.gov.ae?subject=Platinum%20Yachts%20%28SuperYachtTimes.com%29">info@platinum.gov.ae</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.platinum.gov.ae">www.platinum.gov.ae</a> By Merijn de Waard

Platinum Yachts launches new website

All information is copyright by Platinum Yachts and SuperYachtTimes.com. The information and photos may not be reproduced without the written permission of Platinum YachtsEstablished in 2002, Platinum Yachts FZCO first received recognition with their inaugural construction project, superyacht Dubai, formerly Golden Star. Dubai was completed in 2006 and is still the world’s largest superyacht. Platinum Yachts’ core business is custom and semi-custom built superyachts as well as conversions and repairing of both motor and sailing superyachts. At Platinum Yachts, they have an in-house naval architect, as well as fully-staffed engineering and design departments; a perfect match for the conversion of the superyacht Dubai Magic. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127065/image/large-7e4fa3c1c79b56dd7dd1d2ed1cdc1c9c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127065"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127066/image/large-e2d47e14ddd4a3835f9d15b632afe2bc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127066">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127067/image/large-ea0024028d526273ed3a041ef92dc06b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127067">Dubai Magic was originally built by Aegean Yacht in Bodrum, Turkey in 2002 as a passenger ship. In 2006 Platinum Yachts started the complex conversion from the 45 metre, three-masted schooner, with a round bilge steel hull and superstructure, to the world class sailing superyacht she is today. During the conversion process, Dubai Magic was stripped to her bare hull and converted into a luxurious experience with fast lines, large interior accommodations, and open deck spaces. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127068/image/large-93fd23ccfbeb9646172a75f995635c5f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127068">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127069/image/large-3aa1653f15369341739ce39b127868bf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127069"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127070/image/large-1f2e4360a9fe6c8bf6dcdd6dd368ac2a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127070">Dubai Magic's measurements include an overall length of 45 metres and a water level beam of 10 metres. When fully loaded she displaces 426 tons. Dubai Magic's mechanical propulsion system consists of a twin screw conventional shaft system, driven by two Caterpillar 3406C diesel engines with 480 bhp each at 2100rpm. When under power, Dubai Magic will reach a maximum speed of 12 knots, a cruising speed of 10.5 knots, and a range of 1100 nautical miles (at 12 knots). <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127071/image/large-d227c486f3fee8643bd6b8a605918b36.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127071">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127072/image/large-dae1df98af1b612e3af7f7f532315457.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127072">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127073/image/large-e92823b53b768f73079504dac3ec2f85.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127073">She's powered by two Northern Lights 155 kw diesel generators. Her sailing and rigging consists of approximately 600 square metres of all renewed sails, with new hydraulic winches and sail tracks for the rigging. To better ensure a smooth cruising, she has been equipped with fixed fin stabilizers that work both underway as well at anchor. This superyacht was built to RINA Pleasure Vessel requirements. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127074/image/large-42d1792649de4994334ac670ea4ee154.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127074">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127075/image/large-f36e8697f9b6a6f3947510ef4f4ef8f5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127075">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127076/image/large-087bbe2f8e9055b5788d3b8be028a3fa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127076">The general arrangement has been carefully developed and consists of the sun deck, main deck, cabin deck, and the engine room. The 12 guest cabins and Owners suite are located on the cabin deck and a spacious lounge and dining saloon on the main deck. In terms of square metres, she has an impressive 346 square metres of exterior living space, including the aft main deck with a bimini and an open sundeck. For interior living spaces, the layout is arranged with effective utilization of pre-existing structures, optimizing the re-fit work required during the conversion process. As a result, she has approximately 339 square metres of luxury interior space, with an additional 55 square metres for crew accommodation.      <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127077/image/large-53ff682f53763d961794d6f1f4107995.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127077">On the aft main deck, this superyacht is equipped with lounge chairs and a wrap-around sofa incorporated into her stern. She has also been equipped with a comfortable 8 person dining space for evening meals under the stars. From here we can move forward into the deckhouse, where we find an over-sized lounge/dining saloon. Here the interior design is full of rich wood grain, elegant gold-patterned carpeting, and plush soft red-leather furniture. To port, there is a seating area which is separate from the starboard-side bar. Forward and amidships there are two well-sized lounge areas. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127078/image/large-70532fb352f4f7eedeebde65af4f2352.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127078"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127079/image/large-36f59bcf0ec7b52e9e4bfbe1a4aae210.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127079">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127080/image/large-0ce0ad61d4b3ed0d6cfa57beed673d57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127080">Moving still forward of this area is the dining area, which can seat 14 guests. The wheelhouse is located on the forward main deck and can be accessed from the dining area or from the outside. From the wheelhouse, a ladder leads below deck to the crew accommodation, located on the forward lower deck. The forward main deck provides additional sun bathing. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127081/image/large-4bc63acfd88b0407482a455b0c16c8df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127081"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127082/image/large-8e3885925ed0714a8211629cf55ed549.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127082">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127083/image/large-2e65c1ee4ab87042474a8327d51d80fe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127083">On the cabin deck, working our way aft from the crew accommodation is the galley, laundry space and the captain’s cabin. Aft of here is the full-beam owner’s stateroom with separate lounge, office, and ensuite bath. Aft of the owner's stateroom are four guest suites with double beds, free-standing sofa, and ensuite baths. On the aft cabin deck are 8 intimate guest cabins, each with a full-sized bed and ensuite bath. Dubai Magic has been equipped with a complete new centralized entertainment system with local TV/DVD units in guest cabins and saloons and a state-of-the-art stereo system throughout with integrated local control. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127084/image/large-0173f20bc80edba8b657a58b50d4ee26.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127084">Platinum Yachts +971 4883 3323 <a href="mailto:info@platinum.gov.ae?subject=Dubai%20Magic%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@platinum.gov.ae</a>   <a target="_blank" href="http://www.platinum.gov.ae">www.platinum.gov.ae</a>  By C.C. Schindel