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Stolk Marimecs BV

The 41.78-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sofia41.78m (137'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2013">Sofia</a> sold off market in Florida, the United States. Yannis Stratis of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6235" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Broker House (Company)">Yacht Broker House (YBH)</a> introduced the buyer, while Rob Newton of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> represented the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/53338/image/large-c3d76ea97da2917a035084f5523f38b4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53338"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen Yachts</a> delivered <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sofia41.78m (137'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2013">Sofia</a> in 2013 as part of its <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> 137 series. She returned to the Dutch shipbuilder’s yard in 2018 for a refit that included a fresh coat of paint and a full inspection, with repairs where needed. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/53358/image/large-daecec830320cbe45af34a291612d701.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53358"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/53354/image/large-0b7975489f50fa46a5e6b2ab59eed833.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53354">The explorer yacht was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/241" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="René van der Velden Yacht Design (Company)">René van der Velden Yacht Design</a> and engineered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/240" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stolk Marimecs BV (Company)">Stolk Marimecs BV</a>. She spans three decks and adopts the quintessential Moonen styling. The task of curating her 485 GT of interior volume was entrusted to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/165" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Art Line (Company)">Art Line</a>, and the studio opted for a chic, modern ambiance. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/53356/image/large-50d757147f32ce3d001625b648a89b4d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53356"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sofia41.78m (137'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2013">Sofia</a> offers accommodation for as many as 12 guests, with six staterooms comprising a master suite, four guest staterooms and a convertible suite. She can also carry seven crew.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/53345/image/large-cff4816d97b31c919b2e183015ea6cc4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53345"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/53343/image/large-e9fdf0776fbbe4445221e223bd7a0d7f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53343"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/53344/image/large-aee91aaba247664adf0a4ebaf7503818.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53344"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> constructed her out of steel and aluminium for her hull and superstructure, respectively, and equipped <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sofia41.78m (137'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2013">Sofia</a> with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines. Her cruising speed is 12 knots and her top speed 14.5 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/53339/image/large-4c3c3aa8ca36d59e66cf9cf242637d51.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53339">

42m Moonen yacht Sofia sold 

The 42m Moonen superyacht Sofia sold in Florida. Sofia was delivered in 2013 and returned to the Dutch yard for a refit in 2018. 

42m Moonen superyacht Sofia sold off market in Florida

The 27-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nashira26.25m (86'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2005">Nashira</a> is nearing completion, following an extensive refit with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6581" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FDC Yachts (Company)">Fiducia International</a> in Turkey. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236823/image/large-396d1cc46a49e50d931e23ca1020ed95.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236823">The motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nashira26.25m (86'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2005">Nashira</a> arrived at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6581" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FDC Yachts (Company)">Fiducia International</a>’s facilities late last year and she’s expected to be relaunched in just a few weeks.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236813/image/large-d904b20dc135d62bfc500aae7e9f30e3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236813"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236815/image/large-73d40bbd50c09d3ed62625eb164eec08.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236815">The Turkish shipyard has been busy these last months seeing to some major exterior layout changes, which include a hull and superstructure extension, an installation of a new hard top and a fresh coat of paint.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236817/image/large-72a36ffb3db258f68ead7a9251bb1714.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236817"><a href="#managed-by-system" title="Nashira26.25m (86'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2005" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4399" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nashira26.25m (86'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2005"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236816/image/large-b7b681df539f2fa2ead6a137e21bac66.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236816">Nashira</a> has also had her interiors totally rebuilt and new teak decking has been laid throughout the yacht. On the mechanical side of things, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6581" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FDC Yachts (Company)">Fiducia International</a> has also been busy overhauling her engine room. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236822/image/large-aedd97070e50dc5636abf1ddb8cb5d5a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236822"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236821/image/large-32585a024259204b18be765268ff6582.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236821"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236820/image/large-6225f5a485d7ca56157038e4800f3a2f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236820"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> launched <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nashira26.25m (86'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2005">Nashira</a> in 2005 and she originally featured an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/241" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="René van der Velden Yacht Design (Company)">René van der Velden Yacht Design</a> and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/240" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stolk Marimecs BV (Company)">Stolk Marimecs BV</a>. While <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/165" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Art Line (Company)">Art Line</a> was the studio enlisted to curate her interior spaces. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236819/image/large-5ad9c0d6565b5da923496c448014eb42.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236819"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nashira26.25m (86'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2005">Nashira</a> can accommodate eight guests and three crew. She's a steel and aluminium motor that draws from twin CAT engines that give her a cruising speed of 11 knots and a top speed of 12.5 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236818/image/large-5021fee24bfb112f722c660d4d932707.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236818">‘’<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nashira26.25m (86'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2005">Nashira</a> began her new life with shocking beauty and irresistible charm,” Halil Durmaz, Managing Partner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6581" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FDC Yachts (Company)">FDC Yachts</a>, commented. “She’s a real world traveling superyacht, which will soon meet the seas once again.

Moonen’s 26m motor yacht Nashira soon to be relaunched

The 27-metre Moonen motor yacht Nashira is nearing completion, following an extensive refit with Fiducia International in Turkey. 

Moonen’s 26m motor yacht Nashira soon to be relaunched after major refit at Fiducia International 

The 28.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> yacht is on the market. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/ciao" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Ciao, for sale</a>, was delivered in 2007 by her Dutch-based builder and is the first in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> 94 Alu series. She was custom built for the shipyard’s owner, who wanted speed without compromising comfort.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/17533/image/large-6d943ccbb83eba116b8a1426261ee7f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/17533">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> features exterior design by<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/241" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="René van der Velden Yacht Design (Company)">&nbsp;René van der Velden Yacht Design</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/165" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Art Line (Company)">Art Line</a> and her naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/240" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stolk Marimecs BV (Company)">Stolk Marimecs bv</a>. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">The yacht for sale</a>, which was previously named Nilo, has undergone major refits in 2018/2019 and 2020/21. For her pioneering design, she won the prestigious Trophée de l’Inovation for custom yachts under 40-metres at the 2007 World Yachts Trophies.The award winning <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>, has been kept in pristine condition thanks to her detail-oriented owner and meticulous crew. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/moonen/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Moonen yacht for sale</a>, was recently repainted in a sleek oyster white, with her inlaid teak decking. The twin decked yacht, features silk-sprayed wood combined with sunny upholstery. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6388" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ciao28.9m (94'10&quot;)Moonen Yachts2007">Ciao</a>’s other fine finishes include cream marble, teak and holly flooring and painted details throughout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219165/image/large-30a20497349b0889e457f3e81043945e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219165">The 118 GT yacht has elegant exterior lines and is constructed in lightweight alloy Sealium. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/ciao" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Ciao,</a> can accommodate eight guests across one full-beam master suite, one VIP suite, and two guest staterooms, as well as four crew across two cabins. She comes with an AB17 DLX RIB with a 115 horsepower Yamaha outboard, an 11 GT Marine crew tender with a 20 horsepower Tohatsu outboard, and a Bauer Junior II diving compressor.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219164/image/large-709d00d6dd74ff4c149cbf70a5b5c24d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219164"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219166/image/large-b02f080397c6fd857e80a87c259eddd5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219166">"She's a solid, Dutch-built little ship that, thanks to her lightweight construction, can reach up to 22 knots; impressive for her type and class," says Senior Sales Broker, Arne Polch of OceanStar Marine. "She's ready for a new owner to enjoy the summer!"<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6388" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ciao28.9m (94'10&quot;)Moonen Yachts2007">Ciao</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines which give her a cruising speed of 19 knots and a top speed of 26 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/1527/image/large-ab240a86edc5fa976e04397dcdaa789e.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/1527">

Motor yacht Ciao for sale

The 29m motor yacht Ciao is for sale. The Moonen yacht was launched in 2007 and is part of the Moonen 94 Alu series.

29m Moonen Ciao enters the market

The 26.25-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen Yachts</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prana26.25m (86'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2005">Prana</a> sold in Greece after more than a year on the market. The deal was concluded 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> representing the seller and Cornelius Gerling of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a> representing the Buyer.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175524/image/large-0f316f075b4c1885141ff8c91e0ccd46.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175524">The yacht was launched in 2005 as Mariclaire, and she features exterior design by <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/rene-van-der-velden" target="_blank">René van der Velden Yacht Design</a>, while her interior was penned by <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/art-line" target="_blank">Art Line</a>, with naval architecture by <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/stolk-marimecs-bv" target="_blank">Stolk Marimecs BV</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175529/image/large-a21b26d5b2b69dbd8ce20949713e8fb4.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175529"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175531/image/large-5e5c9d5022ef878739dbfaf80bc1e972.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175531"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prana26.25m (86'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2005">Prana</a> can accommodate as many as eight guests between four staterooms and her interior style is compete with bold fabrics in and dark wood. On deck she has a comfortable lounge area on her foredeck, as well as a bar and table on her flybridge.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175530/image/large-332b92e9227347b2152b3bf540e7ed6d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175530"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175527/image/large-9a39ab8f04fa334118d41b8369141935.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175527"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4399" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prana26.25m (86'1&quot;)Moonen Yachts2005">Prana</a> had a last known asking price of €2,900,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175526/image/large-595c2638a29eea365dfc1256ef04773b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175526">

Moonen 26m yacht Prana sold

The 26m Moonen motor yacht Prana sold after more than a year on the market.

Moonen motor yacht Prana has been sold

The 27.12-metre <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/willow-27m" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Willow is for sale</a>. Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen Yachts</a> in 2006, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4411" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Willow27.12m (88'12&quot;)Moonen Yachts2006">Willow</a>, formerly known as Wairua, underwent an extensive refit in 2017, which included a five-foot extension of her hull.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194056/image/large-9f29853ba411e29850c3b32688f15135.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194056">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/moonen/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Moonen yacht, for sale</a>, was built as one of seven units of the builder’s popular Moonen 84 model. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4411" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Willow27.12m (88'12&quot;)Moonen Yachts2006">Willow</a> features naval architecture from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/240" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stolk Marimecs BV (Company)">Stolk Marimecs BV</a>, and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/241" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="René van der Velden Yacht Design (Company)">René van der Velden Yacht Design</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>, sports a steel hull and aluminium superstructure.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194067/image/large-ee12e5f4847adb088e6429cab581fdb3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194067"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194060/image/large-03c7b46d4885a6f9dac2a0f7f2ef3847.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194060"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194065/image/large-8790c5e163e2387cac6a7acb54723427.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194065"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194066/image/large-f59c13a9ffe51e0bbe07cbe5709585d3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194066">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/willow-27m" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Willow, for sale</a>, has a spacious interior volume of 116 GT and sports a two-deck layout. Her original interior design was penned by Dutch design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/165" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Art Line (Company)">Art Line</a>. Her main deck was fully updated by Laura Pomponi, of design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2090" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luxury Projects (Company)">Luxury Projects</a>, during a 2019 refit, and is home to the pilot house, galley, dining area and main saloon. She can accommodate as many as 10 guests across four staterooms, including a full-beam master suite. A crew of two is also hosted on board.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194062/image/large-5634ce3af17894f618449a6ec05f8c81.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194062"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194064/image/large-af8f5174021914b2eb586439780fab62.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194064">An al fresco dining table can be found to the aft, to the fore of a &nbsp;sun deck spanning nearly three-quarters of the yacht’s length.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194068/image/large-98a78f0dd851b0e2460949503f537a9f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194068"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194057/image/large-3fd544d43dacef7d797b702ec1aa1b52.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194057">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht, for sale</a>, is outfitted with twin Caterpillar 3406E DITA diesel engines. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4411" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Willow27.12m (88'12&quot;)Moonen Yachts2006">Willow</a> cruises comfortably at 11 knots while reaching a top speed of 13 knots, she has a proven transatlantic capacity.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194058/image/large-de10bb21dcd734dcfcb66a86d30db665.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194058">

27m yacht Willow for sale

The 27m Moonen motor yacht Willow is for sale. Originally built in 2006, she has since been refitted, which included a 5-foot extension to her hull.

27m motor yacht Willow for sale

The 27.2-metre motor <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/botti-27m/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Botti, for sale</a> in excellent condition, has naval design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/240" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stolk Marimecs BV (Company)">Stolk Marimecs</a>, exteriors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/241" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="René van der Velden Yacht Design (Company)">Rene van der Velden Yacht Design</a> and interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/165" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Art Line (Company)">Art Line</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174587/image/large-4fe9a4b7396530b5437fbfb702aee132.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174587"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174598/image/large-46bcd6440b26c2ff8eb84b639de1bece.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174598"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174590/image/large-7fa112af92bf0c644baf3ebb0dba4c61.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174590">Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> in 2007, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7949" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Botti27.2m (89'3&quot;)Moonen Yachts2007">Botti</a> recently underwent a refit in 2019. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> can host up to eight guests in her four staterooms as well as providing accommodation for three crew members. Previously named Etoile d’Azur, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7949" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Botti27.2m (89'3&quot;)Moonen Yachts2007">Botti’s</a>classic style is decorated with deep blue furnishings with sandy-coloured undertones in her marble and wooden fittings. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174575/image/large-178099041e673a75ccd93d4adcae972a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174575"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174576/image/large-1950427f2420f903769280af0c8482cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174576"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174593/image/large-3307ed191290db10d58cc3fb0b790252.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174593">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/moonen/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Moonen yacht for sale</a> has two double staterooms with ensuites and two twin cabins. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7949" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Botti27.2m (89'3&quot;)Moonen Yachts2007">Botti’s</a> main saloon has a spacious lounge, dining area and modern galley. Doors open outwards to an outdoor sitting area to the aft.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174595/image/large-20e720e62f258854db86ca1683beedb2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174595"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174596/image/large-f4e26d8b4a1581c70d6d5d148fc29e01.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174596">Forward, motor <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/botti-27m/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Botti, for sale</a>, has an impressive wheelhouse, tucked behind a wide sunbed on the foredeck. Wrap-around walkways surround the vessel whose stairs lead up to her flybridge sitting area for guests to enjoy the panoramic views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174580/image/large-c4320c9139724541ebc6bd7c2e207dfa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174580"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174589/image/large-6bc9c3bcbebf17e0cdf7b2815a52ad41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174589"><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/botti-27m/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Yacht Botti, for sale</a> and ready for immediate cruising, has a displacement hull and twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines which propel her to a cruising speed of 12 knots. In order to travel to and from the yacht, guests can make use of the tender which is stored aft on her flybridge.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174585/image/large-989cffd1ce0edf8c5383f203ea35226e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174585">

27m Moonen motor yacht Botti for sale 

New to the market: yacht Botti for sale! She is a 27m Moonen build launched in 2007, accommodating up to eight guests and three crew.

A superyacht conversion project, thought to be long forgotten, arrived in Bremerhaven, Germany, this month from the South of England where the vessel became a landmark of the small town of Penzance in its incomplete state.&nbsp;Assigned the job of converting this maritime anomaly and giving the 46-metre project another chance at life is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3779" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dorries Maritime Services GmbH & Co. KG (Company)">Dörries Maritime</a>, the same outfitters behind the two 100-metre plus <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/48786" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses vs Andromeda: What's the difference? (2018-07-18 14:30:00 +0200)">Ulysses</a> projects. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168949/image/large-377a6021d51b4708007f9e104b1e242f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168949">Life for Vega started in 1964 when she was launched at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3519" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asi-Verken (Company)">Asi Shipyard</a> in Sweden as an ice-breaking vessel that served as a lighthouse supply ship. A Swedish company acquired the decommissioned ship nearly 20 years ago and transported it to the Penzance Dry Dock facility in Cornwall, UK, with the intention of converting this proven ocean cruiser into a luxury explorer yacht.&nbsp;Dutch design office <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/240" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stolk Marimecs BV (Company)">Stolk Marimecs</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ken Freivokh Design (Company)">Ken Freivovk</a> were tasked with the exterior and interior designs respectively, and work got underway by extending the vessel to its current length, fitting its new engines and adding an aluminium superstructure onto the original steel hull. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168948/image/large-bc08384c683114f32dac995d7f17d83c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168948">The project’s initial relaunch date was set for some time in 2008, but work was far from complete as the date approached. It soon became clear that Vega’s future was on thin ice due to financial difficulties linked to its owners and work on the project was subsequently halted. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168947/image/large-38e7b1ee91a0d1896e7db2285bdedeb0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168947">Over a decade later, in 2019, signs of life were noted when Vega was towed to the nearby <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis Shipyard</a> in Falmouth for inspections. Fast-forward another year and Vega’s turbulent past seems to have reached an end in Bremerhaven where work will now begin in the Heise-Shiprepair district where <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3779" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dorries Maritime Services GmbH & Co. KG (Company)">Dörries Maritime</a> has rented an independent facility to conduct the work. The exact scope of the works and the duration of the project remains unknown for now.

Project Vega conversion in Bremerhaven

The historic 46-metre project Vega arrived in Bremerhaven where she will be converted after years of inactivity in Southern England.

46m project Vega arrives in Bremerhaven for completion

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/152300/image/large-6e4aa4195d5c482c8241c25040b3748b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/152300">The 34.70 metre Moonen superyacht, BelugaPictured here in Cannes is the 34.70 superyacht Beluga, part of the Moonen 114 Explorer series. Launched in 2006 by the Dutch shipyard Moonen, she was the largest displacement yacht the shipyard had built at the time. Stolk Marimecs is responsible for her naval architecture, whilst Rene van der Velden undertook both her exterior and interior design.She accommodates up to ten guests on board over five cabins, including the luxurious owners' suite complete with an office and large bathroom located forward on the main deck. The owner’s suite also features three full-height vertical windows per side and its own air-handling unit. Four double guest staterooms below are separated by a structural bulkhead from the crew quarters for up to five crew in total.Powered by twin MTU 12V 2000 M60 diesel engines, she has a maximum speed of 13.5 knots, a cruising speed of 11 knots, and a range of 5,000 nm.By Gemma Fottles, photo by Merijn de Waard / <a href="http://SuperYachtPhoto.com" target="_blank">SuperYachtPhoto.com</a>

The 34.70m Moonen superyacht Beluga in Cannes

Marimecs and Van Geest Design have joined forces with shipyard NMC for the development of a new 62 metre Yacht Support Vessel. The 62 metre Yacht Support Vessel (YSV62) has been designed for worldwide support of super yachts, for both sail and motor-yachts. With its extensive main deck area of 300+ square metres it has generous space for storage of tenders &amp; toys which take up too much space when stored on the main yacht.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145958/image/large-4a559d286c149de90c363cb7248fda90.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145958">The vessel is styled to stand out as a modern workboat and not be mistaken for a 'second' yacht. Specific attention has been paid to easy accessibility for guests and a comfortable stay. It is a comfortable and sturdy ship with systems to commercial standards which is efficient to build and maintain. The vessel has a very efficient hull, designed for low resistance, excellent seaworthiness and comfort at sea. The designed interior layout is functional, liveable and spacious.The flexibility of the layout enables incorporating the owner’s specific requirements. Selecting yacht like materials can give the vessel a superior luxury appearance and yacht feeling.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145959/image/large-9d1a7c4e31c48f70a4f3dde0ab90916f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145959">The Yacht Support Vessel has been developed for supporting of yachts between 85-160 metres. The vessel is styled to stand out as a modern workboat and not be mistaken for a ‘second’ yacht. Specific attention has been paid to easy accessibility and a comfortable stay on board. Optionally the vessel can have an ice reinforced hull to be able to operate in Arctic areas. The equipment of the vessel will comply with the standards of commercial shipping as well as the standards for interior outfitting for crew and guest accommodation. The vessel allows for restoring and bunkering in commercial harbours.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145960/image/large-42394e8976294756c9dcdc45219b5bf3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145960">The designed interior layout is functional, liveable and spacious. The flexibility of the layout enables incorporating the owner’s specific requirements. The spaces under main-deck can be used for storage but can also be dedicated to other needs, for example: a diving center (with a moonpool, deco-tank and diving workshop), fitness/spa area, accommodation for additional crew. The layout of the lower decks can be customised to the owner’s requirements without affecting the basic layout of the vessel. There are possibilities for application of alternative materials for example: commercial decking to teak decking, stainless steel railings, to give the vessel an extensive yacht feeling.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145961/image/large-4e4adf331babb5905bd61b5fd8daa320.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145961">The philosophy behind the 62m Yacht Support Vessel is to develop a vessel which is a supplement to the yacht. Various activities for which space is insufficient, leading to unnecessary compromises in the layout of the yacht, can be foreseen on the Support Vessel.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145962/image/large-67133295ecae6ae2c88184f749176951.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145962">Also the YSV will function as landing area for helicopters when -for instance when guests will leave and arrive, so the comfort can be preserved on board of the yacht. Guests and crew are not bothered by the noise, wind and fumes of the helicopters, and this frees the yacht of the extensive regulations.Optionally the Yacht Support Vessel can include a helicopter garage, preserving usage for touch and go operations while the ships helicopter is stored.Due to the extensive capacity of her fuel and freshwater tanks, the YSV is able to replenish the fuel- and water supplies of the Yacht. Complementary storage for food and drinks are available in the cool- and freeze-areas of the YSV, as well as cooled garbage storage.The philosophy of developing a “Green Ship” is based on minimising the environmental “footprint” as well as extending range and reducing running costs. A lot of attention has been paid to waste control issues.The yacht has a very efficient hull, designed for low resistance, excellent seaworthiness and comfort at sea. Depending on the use of the vessel the propulsion systems can be selected from a conventional, hybrid or diesel electric option.The vessel is an independent, comfortable and sturdy ship with systems to commercial standards, efficient to build and maintain, resulting in modest running costs.Stolk Marimecs +31 (0)521 534 190 <a href="mailto:info@marimecs.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@marimecs.com</a> <a href="http://www.marimecs.com" target="_blank">www.marimecs.com</a>Van Geest Design +31 614 35 99 53 <a href="mailto:info@vangeestdesign.com?subject=Van%20Geest%20Design%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@vangeestdesign.com</a> <a href="http://www.vangeestdesign.com/" target="_blank">www.vangeestdesign.com</a>

Marimecs and Van Geest Design unveil 62m yacht support vessel

The acclaimed Dutch Moonen Shipyards recently launched their biggest superyacht to date: the elegant and confident Sofia. At 42 metres LOA, this is a vessel that shows of an exquisite sophistication, combining the spirit of an adventurous expedition vessel with the style of an instant-classic superyacht. And aside from her style, she boasts some impressive technological achievements such as outstanding noise &amp; vibration attenuation and top-of-the-line equipment throughout. In short, another example of why Moonen Shipyards is among the finest shipyards in the world today, and a great chance to take a closer look at this magnificent superyacht.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145410/image/large-907c164fdb5ebbcf9fbe25cdd7227622.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145410">With her exterior designed by René van der Velden, Stolk Marimecs successfully tackling the intricate and ingenious naval architecture and engineering, and Frank Pieterse and Marilyn Bos – de Vaal from Art-Line responsible for the amazing interiors, Sofia is without a doubt an impressive and remarkable superyacht that boasts various impressive features, not the least of which is as a private yellow three-seater submarine stored on the aft swimming platform.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145411/image/large-9720e92dc2dc7181d03f19fc881846ed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145411">Sofia's exterior shows a bold and elegant silhouette with sensual lines, making her appear longer than she actually is. Inside these charming exterior shapes, she houses a refreshing, warm and luxurious sense of style that is classically inviting, warmly contemporary and surprisingly different.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145412/image/large-7d87dc2f142fafe77e4020732062550d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145412">Built for repeat clients with extensive superyacht experience, Sofia is a fully custom-made superyacht that will undoubtedly surprise and impress everyone lucky enough to step on board. In fact, what becomes instantly apparent upon boarding, is the delightfully open, organic way her layouts unfold throughout her decks. Taking the traditional open-plan approach to the next level, the main saloon shows off a fluid sense of dynamics, with the lounge, bar and dining areas all seamlessly flowing into each other. The main saloon is extended by the curved central lobby which gives access to a sumptuous and soothing master suite fore.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145413/image/large-c4a81535977f371ad93e0a655a1a5726.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145413">In the main saloon there is a distinct and cocoon-like ambiance, almost like a lush contemporary grotto that intimately shelters guests from the outside in a soothing, open, light and inviting setting. A light, textured and organically shaped interior furnishing-element blends and connects the lounge's divisions, while adding a distinct signature to the overall sense of style. This unique design is warm and activating, sensual and curvy, with an inviting selection of smooth leather sofas, light chairs with sleek stainless steel frames, richly textured finishing on bar, dining table and carpeting, and a soft lighting scheme. Colours and materials are uniformly applied throughout every area onboard, with traditional oak and zebrano veneers consistently mixed with off-white and camel coloured materials. This gives all the interiors a uniformly luxurious, rich and soft contemporary sheen.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145414/image/large-b89c4cfb6ca17d6c4d427a6386fc7c4c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145414">Overall, Sofia boasts a lush and smooth summerhouse feel, welcoming every guest into an oasis of contemporary luxury. The aft lounge has a set of organically shaped sofas and bathes in natural flowing in through the glass sliding doors, leading towards the aft deck. Fore, the dining room offers a great cozy setting starboard side, that combines with the port side bar to form a main saloon that is light, informal and boasting a style that is rich in character and elegance. Outside, the large and panoramic aft deck offers a stylish environment for al fresco dinners, social occasions and day to night entertaining. Especially with the impressive swimming platform, which also houses the impressive submarine.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145415/image/large-2a613f0bac1076b9a15943ad011ba3c8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145415">Sofia's unique sense of openness can be enjoyed throughout all decks. Moving from the main saloon into the master suite fore, the central lobby perfectly showcases this sense of space and lightness with a spectacular oval staircase, with a magnificent skylight that generously covers the interior with natural light. Without any kind of traditional corridor, the central staircase and skylight function more like a dramatic central atrium than anything else, adding a generous touch of glamour while remaining cozy.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145416/image/large-fb8f534f9e1b2954434c7acbdeda214c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145416"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145417/image/large-716bc1ec4c7c15c110aa47e27247f645.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145417"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145418/image/large-7afe39a99705ac3031989c8d21d9882d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145418">As with all interiors, the master suite presents a generous tactility and spaciousness. Boasting a rich palette of luxurious leathers, with imprinted back wall panels as one of several eye catchers, this suite feels traditional in the sense that it has a very inviting, warm and luxurious ambiance. Every sense seems to be immersed in an experience of smooth luxury and soft finesse. Although with a classic warmth, the master suite's design is surprisingly different. From the curvy layout to the placement of the bed, which is positioned slightly port side to allow extra room for an intimate private lounge area, Sofia's interiors show a design concept that isn't afraid to think out of the box.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145419/image/large-ba85912fe8e0f6d6194ed57e7342d560.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145419"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145420/image/large-5718cb079d00f97610ad22088a75c5b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145420"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145421/image/large-44318ac8250190d6385cbb82cee16576.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145421"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145422/image/large-95c5fa213b29e0ef74e6b407071a5163.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145422">Aside from the spacious stateroom, the master suite features a lush en suite bathroom, big walk-in wardrobes, office area and lounge space. The en suite is an extension of the stateroom with regards to style, matching colour schemes, material palette and exquisite detailing. Sofia boasts an additional four luxurious guest suites belowdecks, two doubles and two twins. All were designed in a similar style, using unified schemes of colours and materials for a luxurious warmth throughout. Wicker cane beds are combined with leather bedspreads and curtains, with dashes of colour added in details such as cushioning.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145423/image/large-c4218e4b2f3f7493512b1783823b6b3d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145423">Upstairs, the open lounge on the bridge deck offers guests a dramatic and sensual area for informal relaxing and entertaining. Open and airy, surrounded by large windows and connected to the aft deck through big sliding glass doors, which open up to turn this whole area into one generous guest entertainment area, this open lounge offers big wicker furnishing, leather upholstery, and a contemporary, rich and natural design scheme.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145424/image/large-39c9be9fa27dce097cbf949ba7fec73d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145424">Outside, the aft deck offers storage space for the tenders and can be easily converted into a delightful extension of the lounge, blending interior and exterior living elegantly.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145425/image/large-d6ed182028fea08216cf32d063b559f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145425">The foredeck has a wonderful panoramic double cockpit, presenting two U-shaped sofas, including tables, offering a truly delightful space, an undoubtable guest favourite for anything from airy breakfasts and informal lunches to simply spending endless hours taking the wonderful vista views.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145426/image/large-4e07d69e30ce37de53593025608bb8f9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145426"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145427/image/large-4db2611c4474f22623469bfb275b5248.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145427">A true gem can be discovered onboard Sofia in the form of a wonderful sun deck. Here, a panoramic environment offers guests a big L-shaped lounging space, inviting sun pads, fully equipped bar and a large Jacuzzi. The aft deck houses the vessel's jet skis and a tender, while the rest of the sun deck offers dedicated areas for cooking, lounging and sunbathing. This sun deck is a delightful extension of an already impressive collection of luxurious amenities and deck spaces. Perfectly continuing Sofia's blend of privacy, warmth, lightness and openness, the sun deck leaves nothing to be desired from a vessel of such stature.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145428/image/large-a5b890382ce7418c579ba375695a1820.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145428">Overall, Sofia is a charming, elegant and sophisticated superyacht. With her unique and successful style, smooth luxury and engagingly warm personality, Sofia is an utterly inviting, refreshing superyacht that will undoubtedly be home to many perfectly satisfied guests in the years to come. She isn't afraid to change traditional features and give them a twist and make them her own. All for the sake of true guest comfort.Moonen Shipyards +31 (0)73 621 0094 <a href="mailto:info@moonen.com?subject=Moonen%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@moonen.com</a> <a href="http://www.moonen.com/" target="_blank">www.moonen.com</a> Art Line 31(0)26-4436703 <a href="mailto:artline1@chello.nl?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">artline1@chello.nl</a> <a href="http://www.artline-design.com/" target="_blank">www.artline-design.com</a>René van der Velden Yacht Design +31 (0)33 455 4408 <a href="mailto:mail@renevandervelden.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">mail@renevandervelden.com</a> <a href="http://www.renevandervelden.com/" target="_blank">www.renevandervelden.com</a>By Jochem Kaan

Superyacht of the week: The new 42 metre Moonen Sofia

Jan-Jaap Minnema, the central agent for the sale of Moonen’s My Issue, has informed SuperYachtTimes.com that the sale of the 34.70 metre superyacht closed yesterday, with the Monaco office of Nakhimov representing the buyer. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130917/image/large-274a8516eaad4d515284618735f444dc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130917">The expedition styled <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/262">My Issue</a> was built in 2006 with interior and exterior design by René van der Velden and naval architecture by Stolk Marimecs. <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/262">My Issue</a> sleeps 10 guests, in 1 master, 2 double and 2 twin cabins, and 5 crew. Twin 804hp MTU 12V 2000 M60 diesel engines propel the superyacht up to a maximum speed of 13.5 knots and a cruising speed of 11 knots. Fraser Yachts Jan-Jaap Minnema +33 6 26 26 25 52 <a href="mailto:jj.minnema@fraseryachts.com?subject=My%20Issue%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">jj.minnema@fraseryachts.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.fraseryachts.com">www.fraseryachts.com</a> Nakhimov Yachts +377 9798 5789 <a href="mailto:info@nakhimov.com?subject=My%20Issue%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@nakhimov.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.nakhimov.com">www.nakhimov.com</a> By Merijn de Waard

Fraser Yachts and Nakhimov sell Moonen’s superyacht My Issue

The 150 metre Maharaja is a design by Beyond Design, lead by Mumbai based designer Ashish Gupta, one of India's first innovative yacht design firms. She is a revolutionary concept that stands far from anything we have seen before. The yacht features an unique hull shape, and a superstructure that, for the most part, is made out of glass panels. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126554/image/large-10baa642d2d1325098e14615fea54600.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126554">Some of the unique features on board are the grand swim platform, equipped with an open air bar, a huge infinity pool, a glass business lounge, and our favourite, the 30 metre golf course. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126555/image/large-b687ef01477b025edfacd744036b503f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126555"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126556/image/large-58a67222d3c827e490c7acc50d3f2263.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126556"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126557/image/large-88814d090eddb934840e90e619add865.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126557">The large corporate deck features a standalone breakfast island, open air beach lounge, and swimming pool, whilst the sky entertainment lounge offers fantastic views, through the 45m windows. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126558/image/large-0c57cb29c0a549ae7604734220bd5597.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126558"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126559/image/large-b16e6cecaf3eb6b4231bb8d8114d586a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126559">Ashish Gupta, who worked as a designer on India's first trideck superyacht Ashena, describes Maharaja to be “not yacht design, but yacht architecture”. Naval architecture on project Maharaja is by Dutch company Stolk Marimecs. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126560/image/large-53c44f80e51842f697fe947ec5b34ee4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126560">Beyond Design, Yacht Architecture +91 98 21 37 33 00 <a href="mailto:thinkyachts@beyondesign.co.in?subject=Maharaja%20%28SuperYachtTimes.com%29">thinkyachts@beyondesign.co.in</a> <a href="http://www.beyondesign.co.in">www.beyondesign.co.in</a>By Maarten Janssen

150 metre Maharaja, a revolutionary concept

Moonen Shipyards has reached a new plateau in its quarter-century of building fine “pocket-size superyachts.” The shipyard has begun construction of its longest and largest-displacement yacht, the first 37.80-metre <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/147">Moonen 124</a>. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/122546/image/large-eb6234fa580409d0569993adf6cdcae3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/122546">In August 2006 the shipyard contracted with a repeat client, who was attracted to René van der Velden’s shaping of the Moonen 120, which was at the time the largest design proposed for a newly developed “Displacement Series.” (The series now includes the Moonen 72, 84, 96, and 97.) As the client’s ideas evolved, van der Velden and Moonen had an opportunity to modify and modernize the exterior styling as appropriate to the larger hull. The naval architecture by Stolk Marimecs, the general arrangement, engineering, and outfitting were similarly modified to accommodate the greater size.The <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/147">124</a> will be the first Moonen yacht with a central atrium with spiral staircase serving three interior decks and the flying bridge. Her general arrangement features a main-deck master suite forward that includes a “veranda.” Belowdecks, two double and two twin guest staterooms centre on the stairs, with crew quarters forward of a privacy-assuring bulkhead. As with many current Moonen yachts, the <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/147">124</a> will have an exciting, innovative interior by the team at Art-Line. It will feature what Art-Line calls “fusion” styling that combines Western cherry wood panelling ”spiced” by Eastern details including woven bamboo, leather, wooden floors, tropical shutters, and lots of loose lounging furniture. The wheelhouse plan is based on ergonomic efficiency.The <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/147">Moonen 124</a> steel hull is being custom-built by a Dutch specialist; the aluminium superstructure is being fabricated at Moonen. The yacht will be powered by twin MTU 16V 2000 M60 diesels. She is being built to class under Lloyd’s Register of Shipping survey and will be fully MCA compliant. Delivery is planned for spring 2009.Besides the <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/147">124</a>, Moonen is nearing completion of the first two semi-displacement “94 Alu” yachts in its “Fast Range Series.” A new Fast Range “99 Alu” is also on order. (All “Alu” yachts are being built in light, strong, corrosion-resistant Sealium.) Moonen also has on order its first two 97s, adaptations of the Moonen 96 with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design.<noscript></noscript>

First Moonen 124 under construction

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/122171/image/large-c450a1aa6375af63628c3ccc625a9415.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/122171">Moonen's <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/262">My Issue</a> during sea trials Photo courtesy of Moonen(If you have a yacht or yacht related photo then please send it to <a href="mailto:info@superyachttimes.com?subject=Photo%20of%20the%20Day&amp;body=Please%20attach%20your%20photo%2C%20a%20short%20photo%20caption%20and%20the%20photo%20credit%20and%20we%20will%20consider%20publishing%20it%20at%20Photo%20of%20the%20Day.%0A">info@superyachttimes.com</a> for Photo of the Day)