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Rockport Marine 

The 29-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a> custom modern sailing superyacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Project Ouzel</a>, has been launched after three years of construction and is now beginning mechanical and systems trials.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/378067/image/large-82ad4f803a2d44463580dbda7ddb8f8b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/378067">“For her designers and builder, the launch also marks a return to the proud tradition of New England builders launching large yachts through collaborative effort across the region and globally,” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/378069/image/large-d4ab9e3924ffd9be486a3e24ff39e3fa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/378069"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Project Ouzel</a> features a sleek, classic profile, with a deep navy blue hull, contrasted with a crisp white bootstripe along the waterline. She was built using <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine’s</a> advanced wood-composite method, which integrates cold-molded wood with carbon fiber, E-glass, and foam core materials.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/378071/image/large-04db851cd81b22428c995b4b5d8c213c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/378071">Following the launch, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a> President Sam Temple expressed his enthusiasm: “It’s satisfying to bring a project of this quality from raw materials to this moment. Of course, it has also been a challenge, but we have had a strong team in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mark Whiteley Design (Company)">MWD</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Partners (Company)">LDP</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">MCM</a>, and wise clients. The people have been as much a joy as seeing this yacht take shape” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/378066/image/large-db34afed71a8e33c33c3d558843a8e42.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/378066">Her exterior design is penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Partners (Company)">Langan Design Partners</a> of Newport, Rhode Island, and interiors are crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mark Whiteley Design (Company)">Mark Whiteley Design</a> of Lymington, UK. Mark Whiteley mentioned that, although a few systems still needed testing, they were very pleased to see the boat afloat and in excellent condition.“We’re seeing consistently brilliant work by the team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport</a> to blend ageless boatbuilding skills with modern techniques and materials to create such a strong and graceful yacht. My partner Sam Howell and I are excited to see the whole package come together as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Ouzel</a> touches the water for the first time,” commented Tom Degremont of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Partners (Company)">Langan Design Partners</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/378073/image/large-b455a4e2fd7beee2fe50ee2d3180fe29.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/378073">Moreover, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCM (Company)">MCM</a> Newport led the project on behalf of an owner who deliberately chose to build a superyacht in the U.S., rather than in Europe. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCM (Company)">MCM</a> President Peter Wilson, noted that there is a common perception that building a yacht of this type in the United States is no longer possible.“When the world finally gets to see what this team has created, they’ll quickly realize that you can build a world class superyacht that stands shoulder to shoulder with European builds, if not even higher, right here at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a> in Rockport, Maine. She’s going to turn a few heads for sure,” Peter explained.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/378072/image/large-752dca9e336daafda3f21289e0e7bc48.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/378072">Throughout <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Ouzel’s</a> construction, the design and build teams held weekly video calls to coordinate, address challenges, and streamline the process while planning ahead. They also traveled periodically to Rockport to meet with Wilson and the owner, review full-scale mock-ups, evaluate progress, and give ongoing guidance to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport</a> team.“Looking at the longer term, I’m pleased but not surprised that we are seeing increased acceptance of wood-composite building, which requires as little maintenance as any other composite vessel, yet has all the technical and aesthetic advantages of wood,” concluded Sam.

Rockport Marine yacht Project Ouzel launched

The 29-metre Rockport Marine custom modern sailing superyacht, Project Ouzel, has been launched.

29m Rockport Marine sailing yacht Project Ouzel launched

The 29-metre in-build <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2025">Project Ouzel</a> has been moved out of the construction shed for the fitting of her hull and deck, marking a new milestone in her construction process.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283667/image/large-f942aa9e3e24a25af1416b94fe27305f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283667"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336596/image/large-b65b3cb192bca44245a2a39af5e601c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336596"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2025">Project Ouzel</a> features exterior design and naval architecture both penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Partners (Company)">Langan Design Partners</a>, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mark Whiteley Design (Company)">Mark Whiteley Design</a> created her interiors. Peter Wilson of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCM (Company)">Marine Construction Management (MCM)</a> is the owner’s representative for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2025">Project Ouzel</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336594/image/large-b14c35c024f1170bbf4912c1d899db3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336594"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336599/image/large-0d713edc488e6e3e9fc27c7b52514b76.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336599">The modern classic sloop, which has a 2025 delivery date, required the building’s doorway to be modified to allow her expansive deck to pass through. Even so, the deck-to-hull fit following <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a>’s building of cold-moulded wood, her carbon fibre hull, and the foam-cored plywood-fibreglass deck was reportedly perfect. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336593/image/large-fec329dbc504a07e68a73b1ef09747dc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336593">“While we know from experience to trust our work, there is always a measure of unfounded anxiety in a large move such as this,” commented Sam Temple of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a>. “Beyond fit, the challenges were to keep the relatively thin deck panel from flexing under its own weight and to tuck the aft end of the deck into the bulwark tumblehome while fitting chainplates through pre-cut holes.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336598/image/large-c008a590d982bc4a818ca80c0c7d4516.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336598"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336601/image/large-b12caebf34e1c14ac5649ff744e13faf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336601">Once her deck had been fitted, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2025">Project Ouzel</a> was transported back into the shed, where she would undergo the permanent bonding process. While her deck now is in place, many of the sailing yacht’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mark Whiteley Design (Company)">Mark Whiteley</a>-designed interior pieces are being constructed in advance for a smooth build process. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2025">Project Ouzel</a>’s deckhouse itself is built on a precision-cut jig for even more precision when closing the deck up completely. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336600/image/large-c254d9cbfb187bb9d4318735222b16f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336600">“All went smoothly almost to the point of dullness—the result of careful planning and excellent help on the rigging side from Cote Crane service. We are excited for the interior and on-deck work this step enables,” Temple continued.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59381" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Construction update: 29m Rockport Marine sailing yacht Project Ouzel hull turned (2023-12-20 11:15:00 +0100)">Construction update: 29m Rockport Marine sailing yacht Project Ouzel hull turned</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336597/image/large-f507bad8cd89968d5eb09519c398be60.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336597">“The hull-to-deck joint is one of the most critical connections on any yacht,” Tom Degremont of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Partners (Company)">Langan Design Partners</a> added. “The deck will be permanently screwed and glued to the hull structure, so the team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a> has been carefully preparing the hull structure by fairing the surfaces at the joint for a sound structural connection. The inner bulwark installation will come next, while the teak cap rail will come later.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336595/image/large-dc4a8f385a92ad466bc4b727a369a93a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336595">

29m sailing yacht Project Ouzel deck fitting 

The 29-metre Rockport Marine sailing yacht Project Ouzel has been moved out of the construction shed for the fitting of her hull and deck.


Deck fitted on 29m sailing yacht Project Ouzel 

The hull of the 29-metre Project Ouzel yacht has been turned at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a> facility in Maine, USA.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/297031/image/large-f9dea7b52b0419332d164f07faf16a41.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/297031">The hull emerged from the shed with all structural bulkheads in place and was raised and carefully inverted in a Travelift, before she was rolled back into the shop to begin work on her interior outfitting. The hull is built of cold-moulded Douglas Fir, Western Red Cedar, and carbon fibre, over a male building jig.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/297029/image/large-f90843e4f9e12dd6271ad9ed5a3cff57.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/297029">Project Ouzel features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Associates, Inc. (Company)">Langan Design Partners</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mark Whiteley Design (Company)">Mark Whiteley Design</a>.“The process of flipping the hull requires precision and careful coordination,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Associates, Inc. (Company)">Langan Design</a>’s Tom Degremont. “It highlights the attention to detail that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a> brings to every aspect of the build. In addition to the technical achievement, it is the first time we all see the yacht right-side-up and outside—as there isn’t much room left inside the building to stand back and appreciate her scale and lines. She has given us all a stunning first impression.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/297030/image/large-5307a6fad13d8de730899b65ed6e4b3b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/297030">The next step in the yacht's construction is to prepare the inside of the hull for the composite structural grid that will transmit the keel loads into the hull. Once that is complete, the shipyard will start the layout of her systems, install the main engine and associated machinery, and begin preparing for her interior components, many of which are already under construction.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/297032/image/large-ab6929f87f79e841836033ec336817f2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/297032">“We planned for this carefully, and there were no surprises other than some light snow,” commented Sam Temple, president of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a>. “It’s not the first time we’ve done this operation, but Ouzel&nbsp;is certainly on the larger end of the spectrum for us; I’m happy to say it all went smoothly.”The yacht's deck is being built in parallel and will be installed later in 2024 in an equally exciting outdoor operation: Due to the size of this yacht, the hull and deck will be joined outside and brought back into the building to complete the build.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/297033/image/large-31d306b7de4ebd1fb175cf361656fb0e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/297033">Peter Wilson, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCM (Company)">MCM</a> co-founder and the owner’s representative, remarked, "This process certainly marks the passing of an important milestone. Even though <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a> has their systems well dialled-in, there is always some element of trepidation when turning a large hull. My congratulations go out to Sam Temple and the team at Rockport—one big step.”In the weeks leading to her launch, Project Ouzel will emerge from the building for the last time to be attached to her keel and to receive her mast. The launch is scheduled for the summer of 2025.

Hull turned of 29m Rockport Marine yacht Project Ouzel

The hull of 29-metre Project Ouzel emerged from the build shop at Rockport Marine.

Construction update: 29m Rockport Marine sailing yacht Project Ouzel hull turned

The hull of the 29-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a> Project Ouzel is currently under construction at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a> yard in Maine, USA. The sailing yacht project is being designed for experienced owners.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283665/image/large-abf3f61c7a87433a6405c0ae66c24ab7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283665">Project Ouzel will showcase classic and contemporary lines penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Associates, Inc. (Company)">Langan Design Partners</a>, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCM (Company)">MCM</a> Newport is overseeing the build process. Project Ouzel’s lines will mirror a classic style of yachting, while her performance-orientated rig and modern keel will display elements of her contemporary design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283667/image/large-f942aa9e3e24a25af1416b94fe27305f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283667"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283677/image/large-d66965b8dc2daffe1ddbe820c4e74da3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283677"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283676/image/large-fc959fbec5af0556c76005a92e37a60a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283676">Co-founder and partner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCM (Company)">MCM</a>, Peter Wilson commented on the design of Project Ouzel stating, “above the waterline she is a current interpretation of a classic pilothouse cutter, but below the waterline she has a modern underbody featuring a high-aspect rudder and a generous 12-foot (3.65m) draft keel”. The sailing yacht is being designed with the owner’s needs in mind, including exploration cruising and coastal cruising, with the possibility of competing in a regatta in the future.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283670/image/large-b381bdf44f88abf0605f3f9d6925dc06.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283670"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283669/image/large-51c4876e1316343b262f1a22daa44c9b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283669">Project Ouzel’s interior is the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mark Whiteley Design (Company)">Mark Whiteley</a>, the owners’ were inspired by his interior design work on the 56-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquarius56.0m (183'9&quot;)Royal Huisman2018">Aquarius</a> and the 36.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Audrey The First 36.5m (119'9&quot;)Nautor Swan2021">Audrey The First</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mark Whiteley Design (Company)">Whiteley</a>’s eye for detail will result in bright painted upper panels, mahogany cabinetry and a fusion of modern and traditional design features.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283673/image/large-fa17ebc2fa2f6b2a20e1cbb793e6f843.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283673"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283672/image/large-b46f05cb677116314a4f1027001052b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283672"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283670/image/large-b381bdf44f88abf0605f3f9d6925dc06.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283670">The contemporary yet classic sailing yacht is being built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a>. The hull will combine both traditional and modern materials, with a cold-moulded wood construction. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283674/image/large-468bb0661e4e824d3c8e9b5da7b88df8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283674">President of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a>, Sam Temple commented on the building process stating, “The Project Ouzel team meetings have a high degree of collaboration between engineers, designer, interior architects and the builder”. The construction of Project Ouzel’s hull is well underway with a possible delivery date of July 2025.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283666/image/large-884178087065560772691c7cf67bc0a2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283666">Regarding performance, the sailing yacht will be powered by an EPA Tier-3 compliant 400 horsepower engine, providing her with a speed of 10 knots.

Rockport Marine Project Ouzel sailing yacht under construction

The hull of the Rockport Marine sailing yacht Project Ouzel is currently under construction.

29m Rockport Marine Project Ouzel sailing yacht in-build

Brooklin Boat Yard has launched its latest custom sloop: the 27.86-metre Sonny III.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/36700/image/large-14f9cd1b5bc23fd0d71706f08b58eabc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/36700">Sonny III&nbsp;is a replacement for the owner's current 70' yacht which was built by the same yard. After 18 months of construction, the custom cold-molded vessel was christened last month and has just completed sea trials.As her new owner is a retired senior with limited mobility, he requested a yacht with more accessibility, with Sonny III&nbsp;incorporating unique modifications to provide solutions to this, including chair lifts at each companionway, a power reclining chair in the master cabin, a side-boarding ladder and a transom-boarding platform.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/36706/image/large-f105c67207bbce3f2e0da4317d1b357b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/36706">"We're proud to provide Sonny's owner with a yacht that performs to his high expectations and accommodates his unique needs,"&nbsp;said Steve White, president of Brooklin Boat Yard.&nbsp;"He's been a great collaborator on every boat we've built for him. This was a true challenge that required a lot of teamwork -- a highly customized, 91-foot yacht built in only a year and a half."With a flush deck and an aggressively raked bow, Sonny III is designed with performance in mind. Two cockpits have been designed into the yacht, one with guests in mind and the other with those in command of the sailing vessel centrefold.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/36696/image/large-b8cab1e4df4b4d2dd375eca6188a2643.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/36696">"I consider&nbsp;Sonny III&nbsp;a great accomplishment,"&nbsp;said designer Bruce Johnson. "I would expect a design process of six months for a yacht of this size and complexity before the yard could even begin to cut wood. Due to the aggressive build schedule, we began construction six weeks after we started working with the owner. This project could not have been possible without Brooklin Boat Yard's in-house designers who were invaluable, producing exceptional construction drawings."<img src="/uploads/store/photo/36705/image/large-203ee9cf487211bfe92dfc71dce06599.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/36705">On deck, Sonny III shows off her double headsail rig with hydraulic curlers built by Harken. The non-overlapping headsail configuration with chainplates pushed outboard greatly reduces loads and allows for a smaller mast section, winches and hardware. The mainsail has hydraulic in-boom furling and the carbon mast is from Offshore Spars, with 3Di sails by North Sails. &nbsp;Below deck,&nbsp;Sonny III has two guest staterooms in addition to the owner's master stateroom. An elliptical dining area adorns the main salon and the interior is finished in Herreshoff style with white and cream paint which contrasts with the American cherry joinery, leather, teak, and maple.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/36704/image/large-32274e21ba382db73f0a48fc1e1f4f33.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/36704">Due to the tight build schedule for Sonny III, portions of the hull and deck construction were subcontracted to the Maine-based yard, Rockport Marine located in Maine. This is not something out of the ordinary for Brooklin Boat Yard, which used Front Street Shipyard to build the composite deck for Sonny III's predecessor, Sonny II.&nbsp;"This project wouldn't have been possible without the collaboration and support of many partners,"&nbsp;commented White.&nbsp;"We achieved our high standard of craftsmanship within a consolidated timeframe through teamwork and a shared vision."