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Sanuki Shipbuilding & Iron Works Co Ltd

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7389" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norse Shipyard (Company)">Norse Shipyard</a> announced the relaunch of the 67-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azumi67.1m (220'2&quot;)Sanuki Shipbuilding & Iron Works Co Ltd1998">Azumi</a>, following a two-year refit and offered a first look inside this conversion yacht. Delivered in June 2025, she highlights more than just yacht conversion, but a blend of environmental responsibility and craftsmanship.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/374700/image/large-aa8185175a4e8ecd965b5ef4291a0226.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/374700">Initially built in 1999 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7388" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanuki Shipbuilding & Iron Works Co Ltd (Company)">Sanuki Shipbuilding &amp; Iron Works</a> in Japan, the yacht served as Kanazawa, a fishing patrol ship. After decades of service, she arrived at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7389" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norse Shipyard (Company)">Norse Shipyard’</a>s facilities in Turkey, where her conversion project revamped her purpose and design.Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/sanuki-yacht-azumi-relaunched-after-rebuild" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">67m conversion yacht Azumi relaunched following extensive rebuild</a>Inside, her volume of 945 GT and a beam of 10.8-metres offer generous spaces designed for comfort and modern elegance. Her interiors combine soft neutral palettes, contemporary furnishings and natural materials, creating an atmosphere of serenity and calm. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/374691/image/large-a9f67c3a4ad01558853ddcd4f55e02e0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/374691">Azumi's windows and light-toned wood panelling create a bright and airy atmosphere. Furthermore, her open-plan layout connects several seating areas, including plush, neutral-coloured sofas and a more intimate lounge with a piano, to a casual dining nook and a stylish bar.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/374693/image/large-9c86bd807ceede900c6fa27277f0f3fa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/374693">Azumi’s refit emphasised sustainability, with original components carefully restored and integrated.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/374692/image/large-e7a32136aa556fb23a2620ffaa7043c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/374692">Her steel hull was expanded from 65.4-metres to 67-metres, while her aft deck was redesigned to feature a large swimming pool and panoramic swim platform, creating a seamless connection to the sea. New handcrafted teak decking is seen across all levels, infusing warmth and texture into her ambience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/374696/image/large-e64f8dd291a65460c1c3961d7069fcc2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/374696">“The transformation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azumi67.1m (220'2&quot;)Sanuki Shipbuilding & Iron Works Co Ltd1998">Azumi</a> was not only a technical endeavour but also an incredibly exciting journey for us,” commented Ahmet Çolak, Shipyard Manager at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7389" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norse Shipyard (Company)">Norse Shipyard</a>.“From engineering to design, every stage was carefully managed to ensure the project was delivered on time and beyond expectations. We also see this conversion as a true expression of sustainability — bringing an existing vessel back to life demonstrates that luxury and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand. This is what we call genuine environmentalism.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azumi67.1m (220'2&quot;)Sanuki Shipbuilding & Iron Works Co Ltd1998">Azumi</a> will begin her voyages across the Mediterranean this summer.&nbsp;

Azumi completes refit

Norse Shipyard announced the relaunch of the 67-metre Azumi, following a two-year transformation.

First look inside the 67m superyacht Azumi after refit 

Turkish yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7389" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norse Shipyard (Company)">Norse Shipyard</a> has announced the relaunch of the 67-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7388" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanuki Shipbuilding & Iron Works Co Ltd (Company)">Sanuki</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azumi67.1m (220'2&quot;)Sanuki Shipbuilding & Iron Works Co Ltd1998">Azumi</a>, following an extensive conversion. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347593/image/large-2ed4dfd086c39c92058881418fb9de6d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347593">Originally launched in 1998, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azumi67.1m (220'2&quot;)Sanuki Shipbuilding & Iron Works Co Ltd1998">Azumi</a> started life as a Japanese fisheries patrol vessel named Kanazawa, before she was sold in April 2022 to be rebuilt as a yacht. Previously named Izumi, she was built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7388" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanuki Shipbuilding & Iron Works Co Ltd (Company)">Sanuki Shipbuilding &amp; Iron Works</a> and features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/62" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gregory C. Marshall Naval Architect Ltd. (Company)">Gregory C. Marshall Naval Architect</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291185/image/large-d490c8550275cf9f2069c47d0855f88b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291185"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291184/image/large-3a993e636b0ceaa56e669cc4d0c03934.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291184"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291183/image/large-1d08153822d9f2c7c39da22465a9e00a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291183">In September 2023, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7389" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norse Shipyard (Company)">Norse Shipyard</a> shared images of the ongoing development of the project, which showed that her aft part had been cut away to create a pool and swimming platform. Her rebuild saw her length extended from 65.41-metres to 67-metres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347591/image/large-95b4a0e86c3d6c01f8e207bfeea25fe6.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347591"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347592/image/large-c1cef5a107730ea62b25399885447a85.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347592">Details surrounding the general arrangement of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13323" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azumi67.1m (220'2&quot;)Sanuki Shipbuilding & Iron Works Co Ltd1998">Azumi</a> are yet to be revealed, but the steel yacht has an estimated interior volume of 945 GT and is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a> engine.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347597/image/large-40760c680f5e7007bea041003227ae2f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347597">

Azumi: 67m Sanuki yacht relaunched following extensive rebuild

Norse Shipyard has announced the relaunch of the 67-metre Sanuki yacht Azumi, following an extensive conversion. 