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W.A. Souter & Sons

Salvage operations are currently underway to refloat the 41.25-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a>, which sank following a major fire on Thursday 10 July 2025 in Port de Saint-Tropez, France.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/367799/image/large-fc0976a6a45f812467b3a4ae77ba6d65.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/367799">The lift is being carried out by Dutch maritime services provider <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HEBO Maritiemservice BV (Company)">HEBO Maritiemservice</a>, with their specialist crane vessel HEBO-Lift 2 arriving on site on Tuesday 5 August in the evening. The effort is being supported by DUC Diving from Urk, the Netherlands, whose team is deploying lift bags and carrying out underwater operations. The recovery is utilising <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HEBO Maritiemservice BV (Company)">HEBO</a>’s dedicated yacht lift set, including a large spreader beam designed to minimise further damage to the hull.Read: &nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/63792" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Update: 41m superyacht Sea Lady II on fire in Port de Saint Tropez, France (2025-07-10 21:15:00 +0200)">Update: 41m superyacht Sea Lady II on fire in Port de Saint Tropez, France</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/367807/image/large-b7f44e2e7ef6061eedc92113b4062fa7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/367807">A spokesperson from the salvage team confirmed that if all goes according to plan, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a>, will float under her own buoyancy. The operation is expected to be completed by the end of today or early tomorrow morning.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/367806/image/large-4be43302d2f4c409feaf363a791730ce.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/367806">The yacht caught fire on the evening of Thursday 10 July , with footage circulating on social media showing the vessel fully engulfed in flames. Local media reported that smoke was first seen shortly after 20:00, with the fire reportedly breaking out in the bow area before spreading to the lower decks. Two individuals, believed to be crew members aged 24 and 35, were rescued and were treated for smoke inhalation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/367808/image/large-7ed89433dcae01e0a238ebb4b0c7f410.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/367808">Although firefighters were able to bring the worst of the blaze under control by midnight, they encountered difficulties boarding the yacht. Emergency services promptly evacuated nearby yachts and deployed anti-pollution barriers to contain the incident.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/367796/image/large-fe3df70c1d85ec079f9b85e0f287eef8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/367796">Originally launched in 1986 as D’Angleterre II, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a>, was built by British shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/728" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W.A. Souter & Sons (Company)">W.A. Souter &amp; Sons</a>. Her naval architecture and exterior design are by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/353" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Don Shead Yacht Design (Company)">Don Shead Yacht Design</a>, with interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/77" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Frédéric Mechiche (Company)">Frédéric Mechiche</a>. The aluminium-built motor yacht can accommodate up to 10 guests across five staterooms, although it remains unclear whether any guests were aboard at the time of the incident.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/367792/image/large-589f12d1011309b9d3fd165e1713f137.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/367792">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, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> cruises at 12 knots and reaches a top speed of 16 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/89464/image/large-3ee2cb3bd50aa1bafa611f85816fa749.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/89464">While the salvage operation is outside the scope of determining the vessel's future, it is believed that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> will most likely be scrapped following her recovery. Project consultancy has been provided by WAVES Group, with Nigel James acting as the appointed consultant.SuperYacht Times will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.

Sea Lady II: 41m yacht refloated in Saint-Tropez following fire

Salvage operations are currently underway to refloat the 41m yacht Sea Lady II following a major fire in Port de Saint-Tropez, France.

41m superyacht Sea Lady II refloated in Saint-Tropez following fire

According to footage circulating on social media, the 41.25-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/728" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W.A. Souter & Sons (Company)">W.A. Souter &amp; Sons</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II,</a> previously known as D'Angleterre II, was engulfed in flames on Thursday evening in Port de Saint Tropez, France.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365510/image/large-0795b9dda81e04715c1b877af6b2b5fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365510">According to local media reports, smoke was first reported shortly after 20:00. Flames broke out in the bow area of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> and then spread to the lower decks. Two people, believed to be crew members aged 24 and 35, were rescued and are reported to be suffering from smoke inhalation. While the worst of the blaze was brought under control by midnight, firefighters reported difficulties boarding the yacht. A spokesperson from the fire department stated that surrounding yachts were quickly moved to safety and anti-pollution barriers were deployed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365519/image/large-dcdba5f19a4dfeb1fc97dd4b6f2748c6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365519">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/61337" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=" SYT iQ Insight: Are yacht casualties on the rise? (2024-08-29 11:30:00 +0200)">&nbsp;SYT iQ Insight: Are yacht casualties on the rise?</a>Delivered in 1986, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/353" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Don Shead Yacht Design (Company)">Don Shead Yacht Design</a>, which was responsible for both the naval architecture and exterior styling, while the interior was created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/77" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Frédéric Mechiche (Company)">Frédéric Mechiche</a>.She is able to accommodate up to 10 guests across five staterooms, although it remains unclear whether anyone was onboard at the time the fire broke out.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/89464/image/large-3ee2cb3bd50aa1bafa611f85816fa749.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/89464"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> has an aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure and 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, providing a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 16 knots.SuperYacht Times will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.

41m superyacht Sea Lady II on fire in St Tropez

According to footage circulating on social media Sea Lady II is currently on fire in Port de Saint Tropez, France.

Update: 41m superyacht Sea Lady II on fire in Port de Saint Tropez, France

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/728" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W.A. Souter & Sons (Company)">W.A. Souter &amp; Sons</a>' 41.25-metre motor <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sea-lady-ii/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Sea Lady II is for sale</a>. She’s a British-built 1986 classic that has been well maintained, thanks to numerous refits and maintenance appointments in recent years.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/213982/image/large-efea2f8e1be776c9ab6bdcf337b7395d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/213982">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> features an exterior and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/353" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Don Shead Yacht Design (Company)">Don Shead Yacht Design</a>. The team opted for long straight lines that run from bow to stern. She has been configured with a tri-deck layout, offering guests plenty of opportunities to soak up the alfresco lifestyle. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/214000/image/large-f0cfcfee0328ca192da1e6aca71cf420.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/214000"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/213995/image/large-15e3e9505aaffab0fffe7fe42a728e03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/213995"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/214007/image/large-8e9f4d39119ace4cf950d8f690881472.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/214007">Inside the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> was the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/77" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Frédéric Mechiche (Company)">Frédéric Mechiche</a>, who gave an elegant yet comfortable feel so the owner and guests will have the feeling of a home-from-home when onboard. Her main saloon is a true testament to this – it’s kitted out in light and chic materials and home to plenty of plump seating, enough for all 10 guests to unwind together.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/213990/image/large-995c727fbfb398679ccb36e6573e94a5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/213990"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/213991/image/large-75ac8047c833d8eab8cce322ac57d181.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/213991"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> has five well-appointed staterooms which make use of the same light, wood paneling found throughout the rest of the yacht. Her elegant charm is found at every turn. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/214004/image/large-c5770357e607609b281c1f8557b2be86.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/214004"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/213987/image/large-0198320c1970c6875c8c2a8359965e6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/213987">"<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> offers the perfect harmony of style and luxury,” Giulio Riggio, sales broker at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> commented. “The yacht boasts a clean, fresh and contemporary modern interior with two comfortable salons, a formal dining room and accommodation for 10 guests in five large staterooms. A vast relaxation and sunbathing space is found on the sundeck and there is an additional alfresco dining area. "<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/213992/image/large-5f9a133cb5cd06674d795486f9e1fd53.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/213992">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/w-a-souter-sons/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">W.A. Souter &amp; Sons yacht for sale</a> draws power from twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">CAT</a> engines that allow her to cruise comfortably at 12 knots and can reach a top speed of 16 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/31371/image/large-ab273ded864c858f8fe7fb3bc1320f73.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31371">

Souter and Son 41m motor yacht Sea Lady II for sale

W.A. Souter and Son’s 41m  motor yacht Sea Lady II is for sale. She was launched in 1986 featuring a design by Don Shead Yacht Design. 

1986 Souter & Son 41m Sea Lady II for sale

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/89464/image/large-3ee2cb3bd50aa1bafa611f85816fa749.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/89464">Seen here at sunset in St Tropez is the 1986-built 41-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.6m (136'6&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a>, first launched by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/728" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W.A. Souter & Sons (Company)">Souter &amp; Sons</a> in England under the name Argolynne. Operating as a charter yacht today, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.6m (136'6&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> can welcome up to 10 guests in her five cabins consisting of a large master suite, two double and two staterooms. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/353" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Don Shead Yacht Design (Company)">Don Shead Yacht Design</a> is behind the yacht's exterior lines which were returned to its launch-day state after a major refit in 2010.

The 41m superyacht Sea Lady II in St Tropez

The 1986-built 41-metre superyacht Sea Lady II recently spotted under a sunset sky in the bay of St Tropez, France. 

The 41m superyacht Sea Lady II at sunset

Jonathan Syrett of Camper &amp; Nicholsons has announced the sale of superyacht CD One. Built in 1985 by Souter &amp; Sons, CD One is an excellent example of a Don Shead design with ample deck spaces and stunning accommodation.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141988/image/large-5451b5d433ff52efbdb6a94d24459212.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141988">Her on board accommodation sleeps a maximum of 10 guests in one master stateroom and one double stateroom in addition to two twin staterooms with 2 pullman berths. Furthermore, she accommodates six crew. Powered by two MAN engines at 690hp each she cruises at a speed of 11 knots, reaching top speeds of 13 knots.With an assortment of sun lounging areas across all decks she allows guests to take in the sun at every opportunity. CD One boasts outdoor living at its very best featuring a dining table aft ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining as the sun sinks into the horizon.