The 106.1-metre Russian-owned superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> was the last superyacht to be arrested, but is likely to be the first to auctioned. The U.S. Department of Justice itself stated that the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>-built superyacht “will remain in the custody of the U.S. government, pending its anticipated forfeiture and sale.” The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> arrived in San Diego Bay, U.S. yesterday where it will await its fate. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/15148/image/large-3a77f4ff26a66deb0cc62c398d404a69.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/15148"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> was arrested in Fiji and undertook the 5,000 nautical mile transpacific journey under a U.S. flag, stopping en route in Honolulu Harbour, Hawaii. It was reported last week that when she arrived in U.S. territory in Hawaii, she was manned by a newly-hired U.S. crew. It would have been the same crew that navigated her onwards to San Diego.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54694" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Update on Russian yachts seized: 106m Amadea arrives in Hawaii and is now US-flagged (2022-05-27 08:30:00 +0200)">Update on Russian yachts seized: 106m Amadea arrives in Hawaii and is now US-flagged</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232616/image/large-1fb371bb84af92d0075855436d369fa4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232616">The U.S. Department of Justice’s Task Force KleptoCapture – the recently launched group tasked with seizing the assets of Russian oligarchs – may have successfully arrested the superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>; however, not without overcoming many challenges. The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> was reported to be arrested on 14 April 2022, but it wasn’t until 4 May that Task Force KleptoCapture got the green light for arrest. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/15149/image/large-82e36e640f1d95cd398c8cae0b87b6be.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/15149">The U.S. Embassy in Fiji stated at the time, “We have imposed sanctions on Russian oligarchs who are financing Putin’s war and we will continue to act with our allies and partners around the world in imposing costs on the Kremlin if it continues its war of choice. We continue to ratchet up the pressure on Putin’s oligarchs and we are working with allies and partners to go after corrupt gains from some of the individuals closest to Putin, no matter where they are held around the world.”Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54723" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" target="_blank">Insight: What are the legal implications of sanctions against Russian yacht owners?</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/15148/image/large-3a77f4ff26a66deb0cc62c398d404a69.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/15148">The following two weeks proved to be messy though, and it was unclear whether <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>’s arrest would result in her being transported to U.S. territory. During this period a plea had been made by Millemarin Investment on the registration of the US warrant to seize the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht. The Fijian Court of Appeals dismissed the plea on 27 May, opening an avenue for the U.S. Department of Justice to actualise the arrest and transport her to U.S. territory.&nbsp; According to the latest statement by the U.S. Justice Department, “The successful seizure and transport of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>would not have been possible without extraordinary cooperation from our foreign partners in the global effort to enforce U.S. sanctions imposed in response to Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified war in Ukraine.”The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> was launched in 2017 and has an interior volume of 4,402 GT. Her exterior design was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a>, while her interior was curated by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>. She has accommodation for 16 guests and 36 crew.

Seized 106m superyacht Amadea arrives in San Diego

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The 106m superyacht Amadea by Lürssen arrived in San Diego following her seizure in Fiji back in April. 

Seized Russian-owned 106m superyacht Amadea arrives in San Diego

Amadea anchored in Eze sur Mer

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Yacht International (Company)">Royal Yacht International</a> have announced the delivery of the 23.96-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> Gentleman 24M yacht. The yacht was officially christened <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gentleman23.96m (78'7&quot;)Picchiotti2025">Gentleman</a> at the shipyard in La Spezia and delivered to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Yacht International (Company)">Royal Yacht International</a> Chairman Tommaso Chiabra as she joins their charter fleet. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397262/image/large-69463179651c336f45f621e2a3eab461.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397262">Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design &amp; Architecture</a> in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> Centro Stile, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> brand was relaunched in 2022, just six months after the acquisition of the company by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>.&nbsp;Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55685" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group relaunches Picchiotti brand with a new Gentleman yacht line (2022-08-03 12:00:00 +0200)">The Italian Sea Group relaunches Picchiotti brand with a new Gentleman yacht line</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397263/image/large-9d2b1e1afb8a57386a11c5c8c4b07162.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397263">“We are proud to acquire this exceptional asset and to contribute to the revival of one of the most historic names in Italian shipbuilding,” commented Tommaso Chiabra, Chairman of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Yacht International (Company)">Royal Yacht International</a>.Inspired by the silhouette of the American yachts of the sixties, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gentleman23.96m (78'7&quot;)Picchiotti2025">Gentleman</a> boasts timeless classic lines and is produced entirely in aluminium. She showcases glossy mahogany details and polished plating on her bow and the sides of her stern.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397261/image/large-601aad94946cbee604189de94508e6a8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397261">Spanning 149 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gentleman23.96m (78'7&quot;)Picchiotti2025">Gentleman</a> can comfortably accommodate up to six guests across a three stateroom configuration on the lower deck, with her full-beam owner’s suite situated amidships.&nbsp;“The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> Gentleman 24M has a rare quality: she feels immediately familiar, elegant and beautifully Mediterranean,” added Chiabra. “She has substance, warmth and personality; she belongs to a lineage of yachts conceived for private life at sea, while speaking naturally to the expectations of contemporary charter clients.”Conceived for Mediterranean cruising, she features plenty of open-air spaces, with a large beach club for charter living. Perfect for clients seeking privacy and charm, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gentleman23.96m (78'7&quot;)Picchiotti2025">Gentleman</a> gives the feeling of a private residence on the water. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397264/image/large-c0669bf9240500ea4ff1be1400818b85.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397264">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> carries the spirit of Janus: one gaze turned towards centuries of seafaring knowledge, the other towards those who will define the next codes of yachting,” added Gianmaria Costantino, Chief Commercial Officer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>.“She offers a measured threshold into the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> world: time onboard becomes a first form of belonging, and that first encounter may quietly mature into something deeper and more personal.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397265/image/large-817d20ffb7d4c6c57e79117b435352b2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397265">(Images courtesy of The Italian Sea Group and Royal Yacht International.)

Gentleman: Picchiotti Gentleman 24M yacht delivered

TISG and RYI have announced the delivery of the first Picchiotti Gentleman 24M yacht, which has been christened Gentleman. 

First Picchiotti Gentleman 24M yacht delivered and christened Gentleman

The 25.13-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> is listed for auction in partnership with YachtBid and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bright Auctions (Company)">Bright Auctions</a>, with bidding scheduled to take place from 24 August to 31 August 2026. The auction will commence 17:00 CEST on 24 August and conclude at 19:00 CEST on 31 August, with a starting bid of €250,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397102/image/large-24821bba9e1a05c9dc0c4a4bf8b68c0a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397102">Delivered in 2001 by the French shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/328" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Judel / Vrolijk & co (Company)">Judel / Vrolijk &amp; Co</a>, while her interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/132" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="GCA Arquitectes Associats (Company)">GCA Arquitectes Associats</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397099/image/large-d3134277ff497a941f78eeef0793127b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397099">Built with an aluminium hull and superstructure, the sloop-rigged yacht up for auction has a beam of 6.1-metres and a draft of 3.5-metres.The sailing yacht has benefitted from an extensive refit programme, with a €5 million rebuild completed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> in The Netherlands in 2018 under the project name "Take Fife,” due to the extent of the project. Further upgrades have since included re-headed rod rigging in 2022 and the installation of an identical main engine and generator in 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397101/image/large-ebcc23d62219cd7ce60d0a462ebb1932.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397101">Designed as a performance cruiser, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> sports a sleek flush-deck look with wide teak decks and a spacious cockpit that encourages guests to socialise while underway. Her generous sail plan is complemented by a practical deck layout, supporting an exhilarating performance and comfortable short-handed cruising.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397100/image/large-8bdc9d3d6e38c085fc40e976a246dea4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397100">Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> blends modern comfort with classic sailing yacht elegance. Her open-plan saloon is bright and welcoming, thanks to skylights, warm wood panelling, neutral furnishings. The open-plan living area features plenty of seating and a stylish space for dining, all enhanced by the sophisticated touch of carefully curated artwork.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397107/image/large-2c0b8ccd3c43cb086f91959851441863.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397107">Spanning 61 GT, accommodation onboard is arranged for up to eight guests, including a spacious owner's stateroom and comfortable guest quarters. Separate accommodation is also provided for a crew of three, including her captain.In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> 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 that delivers a cruising speed of 12 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397103/image/large-3f6afa8a9eaa8750001ff18bd06b11cd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397103">Prospective buyers will have the opportunity to inspect the yacht during scheduled viewing days in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, taking place on 8 August and 29 August 2026 between 11:00 and 14:00 local time.

25m JFA sailing yacht Ikigai up for auction

 The 25m JFA sailing yacht Ikigai is up for auction with YachtBid and Bright Auctions, with bidding set to take place from 24 to 31 August 2026.

 25m JFA sailing yacht Ikigai up for auction

Recently spotted in Èze, Côte d'Azur, France, the 111-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> was delivered in 2019 as Tis. Designed to feel light, fresh and open with a classic twist, she boasts a well-balanced sheerline to create an elegant character. SuperYacht Times takes a closer look at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> to find out more about her ownership history. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397020/image/large-e841e651ed970b4171229b1c2cd6d942.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397020">The project was first unveiled in September 2014 as Palo Alto, when <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> announced her sale to a long-time charter client, who had previously chartered some of the largest yachts in the world for over seven years.&nbsp;The yacht was the largest <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> yacht to-date that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> had worked on, and was designed for a family-oriented owner. The construction of the yacht was overseen by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> new-build team.Watch her:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/48890" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Video: Launching of 111m Lürssen superyacht TIS (2018-08-15 15:30:00 +0200)">Video: Launching of 111m Lürssen superyacht TIS</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397026/image/large-2f9af564329d4c88e425cf5bcfc54223.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397026">Launched in August 2018 as Tis, the yacht features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>, with naval architecture penned by her German builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen Yachts</a>. Spanning six decks and an internal volume of 4,699 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> pairs a sleek exterior with a traditional interior style.&nbsp;Constructed at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> Rendsburg facility, the yacht was seen for the first time on the banks of the Nord-Ostsee Canal, before she underwent final outfitting and sea trials. Built according to the PYC code, she was described by her designer Andrew Winch as “a pinnacle of classic design”, during an <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/49593" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delve in deep with Andrew Winch: Founder of Winch Design (2019-02-18 16:00:00 +0100)">interview with SuperYacht Times in 2019</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> features a sophisticated interior design nicknamed ‘cashmere cream’ which adds to her timeless charm. “It’s soft, gentle and classic. You could say it has the appeal of a London hotel like Claridge's or the Ritz,” added Winch.&nbsp;Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/49593" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delve in deep with Andrew Winch: Founder of Winch Design (2019-02-18 16:00:00 +0100)">Delve in deep with Andrew Winch: Founder of Winch Design</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397030/image/large-02f708caf92edd27a67f8a9178947595.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397030">Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> boasts choices such as parquet flooring and staircases reminiscent of Chateau de Versailles. Antiquities such as De Gournay silk fabric and custom <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a> sofas, armchairs and chandeliers further enhance this atmosphere. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397021/image/large-60747a07d339b371d59e946525fc44ae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397021"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 18 guests across nine staterooms, with her owner’s suite situated on its own private deck. The deck includes his-and-hers bathrooms and dressing rooms, with a massage room and a forward-facing stateroom. With 180-degree views, the owner’s suite includes fold-down balconies which extend her connection with the sea. Characterised by floral designs and cream-colored finishes, her interior evokes a sense of warmth and privacy.Her private living room showcases furniture styles from Louis XIV to Louis XVIII eras, creating a relaxed atmosphere with green-yellow hues. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> also boasts a discreet day head concealed behind a bookcase and a modern fireplace.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397024/image/large-2c1fc81bb939cc28fe792c5575484864.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397024">Each of her staterooms are inspired by world locations, with colour palettes reflective of their namesakes. The main deck is home to four guest staterooms, as well as a formal office, dining room and her main saloon. The London stateroom includes a Claridges-inspired design, while Paris is adorned with elegant Fleur-de-Lis and Toile de Joie fabrics, New York captures the essence of Art Déco and Marrakech reflects the vibrant colours and textures of the Moroccan city.Moving to the lower deck, there are four additional guest staterooms, alongside a cinema and her crew accommodation for 38. The Provence stateroom uses summer hues, while the China Seas suite features greens reminiscent of oriental bamboo forests, and the Russian Dacha and Tuscany rooms mimic Russia's frosty landscapes and Italy's sun-kissed terrains.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397022/image/large-a4c0f97e09aa7510840553ebcadfd3f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397022">Key features onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> include a 12-metre swimming pool on her main deck aft, two helicopter pads and a resort-inspired spa area at beach club level. Inspired by Capri, she is equipped with a sauna, icy fountain, shower, relaxation room, hammam, and massage parlor. &nbsp;Alaiya also features a year-round usable winter garden on the main deck stern, which uses climate control and a tea room, reminiscent of France's Ladurée.&nbsp;She made her debut at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2019">Monaco Yacht Show 2019</a> before being sold and completing a refit in Germany in 2020. Designed originally with a dark blue hull, she emerged with a beige hull under the name Lady Gulya.Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52013" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="111m superyacht TIS renamed Lady Gulya and refitted with new beige hull (2020-11-10 17:00:00 +0100)">111m superyacht TIS renamed Lady Gulya and refitted with new beige hull</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397025/image/large-1441506c47cfd9f9573eb2819a47da7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397025">In 2021, Lady Gulya was sold once again in an off-market deal, before she was renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a>. In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> 20V 4000 M73L diesel engines, which provide her with a top speed of 18 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots.&nbsp;At the time of publication, AIS data shows that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> is currently situated in Saint Tropez.

Alaiya: 111m Lürssen yacht in Èze, France

SuperYacht Times takes a closer look at the 111-metre Lürssen superyacht Alaiya in Èze, France to find out more about her sophisticated design. 

Alaiya: A closer look at the 111m Lürssen yacht in Côte d'Azur, France

The 45-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Genie Blu45.0m (147'8&quot;)Alia Yachts2026">Genie Blu</a> has been launched from the Turkish shipyard’s facilities in Antalya.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397162/image/large-1dea458647c3e114f13282f1e51e56c0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397162"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Genie Blu45.0m (147'8&quot;)Alia Yachts2026">Genie Blu</a> is a fully custom yacht featuring both exterior design and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design &amp; Architecture</a>, in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia</a>’s in-house design team. Constructed with an aluminium hull and superstructure, she features a beam of 8.89-metres and a draft of 2.33-metres. Her distinctive low-profile silhouette is characterised by clean lines, expansive glazing and an uncluttered look.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397167/image/large-b141990b85e5a1cc3403090a05a024dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397167"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397169/image/large-4e688af92b30a4582f0b0fbb18366c98.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397169">According to the shipyard, the yacht is designed around openness, light and a direct relationship with the marine environment. This philosophy is most evident within her main saloon, where floor-to-ceiling windows and an open-plan arrangement place the sea at the centre of the onboard experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397170/image/large-e99cd323156182c88f6b2afeba609cb3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397170"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397172/image/large-6e383fb85357aabdfd4ca3322b4ee657.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397172">Moreover, her interiors embrace a calm and contemporary approach, featuring a neutral palette intended to complement, rather than compete with, the surrounding scenery.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397171/image/large-62a5e66c76c69c3b4b42d76f20dd4f28.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397171">Moving outside, the cockpit’s raised seating descends towards the aft swim platform, creating a seamless connection to the water. This sense of space is further enhanced by drop-down side wings that broaden the deck. Meanwhile, a generous foredeck lounge forward with additional seating offers the perfect setting for relaxation, with a discreet sunpad crowning the superstructure above.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397168/image/large-af3b54bffc69a8db8cf37d5eb373d44d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397168" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">"The objective was not to maximize gross tonnage, but to maximize the owner's experience of the sea," commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini</a>. "We removed barriers, reduced unnecessary volume and opened the yacht wherever possible."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397164/image/large-c57db06433312f7ed3086ab182613a0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397164" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">In terms of propulsion system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Genie Blu45.0m (147'8&quot;)Alia Yachts2026">Genie Blu</a> is powered by quadruple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines. Following her launch, the yacht is expected to undergo final outfitting and sea trials ahead of her delivery.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397166/image/large-1cdc81e06d0066f8d1068b866d7c98ff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397166">According to <a href="https://iq.superyachttimes.com/" target="_blank">SuperYacht iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia Yachts</a> currently has six superyachts in-build, including the 65-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia Yachts</a> 651.

45m Alia superyacht Genie Blu launched

 The 45-metre Alia superyacht Genie Blu has been launched. 

45m custom Alia superyacht Genie Blu launched

The 26.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11568" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North26.7m (87'7&quot;)Sanlorenzo2020">North</a> has been sold. Onur Erardag of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4569" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautique Yachting (Company)">Nautique Yachting</a> introduced the buyer, while Stig Bugge Jensen of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a> acted on behalf of the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/387638/image/large-300c3f19c865a8d72b57eb034a246d14.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/387638">Delivered in 2020, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11568" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North26.7m (87'7&quot;)Sanlorenzo2020">North</a> forms part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> SX88 series and underwent a refit in 2025. She features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/366" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Officina Italiana Design (Mauro Micheli) (Company)">Officina Italiana Design (Mauro Micheli)</a>, with interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/78" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lissoni & Partners (Company)">Lissoni &amp; Partners</a>.Up to eight guests can be accommodated across four staterooms. Her layout comprises a full-beam master suite, a VIP suite, and two twin guest suites. On the upper deck, owners and guests may enjoy an alfresco bar or teppanyaki grill, make use of the electric roof and sliding windows, and take in films on the fold-up television.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11568" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North26.7m (87'7&quot;)Sanlorenzo2020">North</a> is powered by triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 20 knots and a top speed of 24 knots.Legal and technical assistance was provided by Alex Teji of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8407" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teji | Cowie Superyacht Law Firm (Company)">Teji Cowie</a> and Merve Dilan Gur of Demircan Law Office. At the time of sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11568" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North26.7m (87'7&quot;)Sanlorenzo2020">North</a> had a last known asking price of €4,350,000.Photo courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4569" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautique Yachting (Company)">Nautique Yachting</a>.

Sanlorenzo motor yacht North sold

The 26.7-metre Sanlorenzo motor yacht North has been sold.


27m Sanlorenzo motor yacht North sold

The 59-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">Just B</a> is currently for sale with Jim Evans of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a>. Previously named Intuition II and Spica, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> presents a rare opportunity to acquire a proven expedition platform with modern diesel-electric propulsion and a track record for global exploration.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396870/image/large-7192a52ae7c775c0c19a4a46c6ef108f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396870">Originally delivered in 1973 by the Dutch shipyard,<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">&nbsp;Just B</a> has evolved into a highly capable explorer yacht after benefiting from a series of extensive refits completed in 2018, 2020, and 2024. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">Just B</a> features exterior design crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack Yacht Design</a>, while her interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7530" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Wiseman Group (Company)">The Wiseman Group</a>. Her naval architecture was developed by her builder. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396875/image/large-af26625a93afa27e49230baba54521da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396875">Constructed with a steel hull and a steel, aluminium superstructure, the yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">Just B</a> for sale has a beam of 10.6-metres and a draught of four metres. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396877/image/large-b671b59c45083b12c1cd22378e3d3625.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396877">Outside, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/of-type=motor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> sports an exterior that reflects her expedition heritage and timeless elegance. Her commanding presence at sea, deep draught and distinctive canoe stern underscores seaworthiness and long-range capability. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396908/image/large-a3862f8b3dc38e8d8d9f33f6ed8af899.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396908">Her shaded aft deck is designed for alfresco dining while enjoying the views of the surrounding seascape, while her sundeck is lined with loungers well-suited for soaking in the sun. Reinforcing her exploration capability, she boasts a generous swim platform granting effortless access to the water. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396883/image/large-656828db72d3f9d79c76a7ee3a44f7d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396883" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Stepping inside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">yacht Just B for sale</a> has been reimagined as a polished and highly liveable home at sea. Redesigned in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7530" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Wiseman Group (Company)">The Wiseman Group</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, her indoor living areas favour natural materials, neutral tones and understated nautical details. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396903/image/large-92a9332dc6f570702d4bdb81c036ed5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396903">Bright lounge spaces, a gym with panoramic views and a wood-burning fireplace all contribute to her warm atmosphere that is ideal for longer voyages<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396907/image/large-19fc623f1fab1c8914270cf7add91db9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396907" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396881/image/large-beaffea232ef0e6c4d98580c6635e91d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396881">With a beam of 10.6-metres and an interior volume of 969 GT, accommodation onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">Just B</a> is arranged for up to 15 guests across eight well-appointed staterooms, including a dedicated owner's deck with a private lounge. Separate quarters are also available for as many as 17 crew members, including her captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396886/image/large-f69d1fd534df6f3612e48c2741210ca6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396886">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">Just B</a> benefits from a modern diesel-electric propulsion system featuring three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> generators and upgraded propulsion motors, delivering a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 13.5 knots. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396871/image/large-5c05621fe7de48e409e1ca224b93c3df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396871">She offers a transoceanic range of up to 11,500 nautical miles, intended to support exploration in remote destinations. Moreover, Quantum XT zero-speed stabilisers enhance comfort underway and at anchor.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396873/image/large-9db6a0acbc5c35f1425a163c003bb22d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396873">Selected images courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a>.

 59m Amels explorer yacht Just B for sale

 The 59-metre Amels explorer yacht Just B is currently for sale with SuperYachtsMonaco.


59m Amels explorer yacht Just B for sale

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6468" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Next Yacht Group (Company)">Next Yacht Group</a> has announced the launch of two new yachts from its facilities in Viareggio, Italy: the second hull of the Maiora 36 Exuma series and the third unit of the flagship AB 130 range, the 39.65-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13524" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Casa Bri Mare39.65m (130'1&quot;)AB Yachts2026">Casa Bri Mare</a>.&nbsp;Designed to meet different owners requirements, the two yachts reflect the Group’s continued focus on Italian design, technological innovation and bespoke craftsmanship. Both yachts are scheduled for delivery to their owners in the summer of 2026. Second Maiora 36 Exuma yacht launchedFollowing in the footsteps of the first hull, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Angiola36.9m (121'1&quot;)Maiora2025">Angiola</a>, which was launched in 2025, the second hull features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2116" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quartostile (Company)">Quartostile</a>, interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Acube Design (Company)">Acube Design</a>, with naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397131/image/large-f98cbfe5aec9f4c990e24ba86195487a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397131" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, the 36.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora Exuma 36/26236.9m (121'1&quot;)Maiora2026">Maiora 36 Exuma</a> has a beam of 7.9-metres and an interior volume of 295 GT. Furthermore, she has draught of just 1.45-metres, which allows her access to shallow bays, harbours and remote cruising grounds. At her upper deck, the alfresco saloon opens via fully retractable aft doors and side windows creating spaces that flow seamlessly into one another.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397125/image/large-b719aa694fc60b6b5bad6d6c0c11c8d3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397125" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">At the bow, her swimming pool is framed by a generous sunbathing area, while a suspended net invites guests to lie back and be gently rocked by the wind and sea. Above, the nest deck offers additional outdoor space creating a more secluded and intimate retreat, for guests seeking moments of privacy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397130/image/large-4ad0e7d9245ffbf7f7cd1f47af553632.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397130">In terms of accommodation, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora Exuma 36/26236.9m (121'1&quot;)Maiora2026">Maiora 36 Exuma</a> yacht can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests across a five stateroom configuration, alongside quarters for a crew of five across three cabins.Performance-wise, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora Exuma 36/26236.9m (121'1&quot;)Maiora2026">Maiora 36 Exuma</a> yacht is powered by triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, providing her with a top speed of up to 33 knots and a cruising speed of 20 knots. Moreover, these engines are paired with two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7479" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marine Jet Power (Company)">MJP</a> steerable waterjets and a central <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7479" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marine Jet Power (Company)">MJP</a> booster, enabling her top speed while ensuring manoeuvrability and comfort.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397122/image/large-dfbd094e4bb3791fe1f46c02a01b7fdd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397122" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Third AB 130 flagship yacht Casa Bri Mare launched<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6468" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Next Yacht Group (Company)">Next Yacht Group</a> has also launched the third unit in the AB 130 series, the flagship model of the AB Yachts range. The 39.65-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13524" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Casa Bri Mare39.65m (130'1&quot;)AB Yachts2026">Casa Bri Mare</a> represents the latest evolution of the shipyard's sporty DNA, pairing high performance with expanded living spaces and strengthened connection to the sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397132/image/large-1dd7a539e36fecda81953a22b43fb3b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397132">Ahead of her launch, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64285" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="39m in-build AB 130 motor yacht sold (2025-09-19 15:45:00 +0200)">AB 130 was sold</a> while under construction in 2025, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6336" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kitson Yachts (Company)">Kitson Yachts</a> representing the buyer. Exterior design and naval architecture were developed in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AB Yacht (Company)">AB Yachts</a>, part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6468" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Next Yacht Group (Company)">Next Yacht Group</a>.Built with a GRP hull and superstructure, the yacht has a beam of 7.5-metres and a draught of just 1.3-metres, allowing her to access shallow reefs and remote anchorages. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397133/image/large-e092f6fd3e072a21a691d1fee7b6750a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397133">At an interior volume of 220 GT, accommodation is arranged for up to twelve guests across five staterooms, while separate quarters are available for a crew of five across three cabins.One of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13524" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Casa Bri Mare39.65m (130'1&quot;)AB Yachts2026">AB 130</a>'s defining characteristics is its emphasis on indoor-outdoor living, introducing a renewed approach to onboard living with redesigned social spaces intended to strengthen the relationship between guests and the surrounding seascape.Sliding glass doors allow the saloon to merge with the exterior decks, creating a 100-square-metre social space centred around a flexible pool that can be uncovered as required. Large windows throughout the saloon maximise natural light and strengthen the connection with the sea. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397134/image/large-083b42c80083dd9be78bc53b5969ba1a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397134">At the stern, folding aft wings expand the beach club area into a spacious waterside platform, encouraging more moments for socialising and relaxing. Additional amenities include a spacious &nbsp;bow lounge where guests can unwind, while her sundeck is fitted with an open-air cinema for where guests can curl up to watch a good film beneath the stars.In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13524" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Casa Bri Mare39.65m (130'1&quot;)AB Yachts2026">AB 130 yacht</a> is powered by triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines paired, propelling her to a top speed of 41 knots. Furthermore, she is equipped with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7479" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marine Jet Power (Company)">MJP</a> steerable water jets and a central <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7479" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marine Jet Power (Company)">MJP</a> booster, enabling her to reach her top speed while maintaining comfort and manoeuvrability.&nbsp;

AB130 Casa Bri Mare and second Maiora 36 Exuma yachts launched

Next Yacht Group announce the launch of the second Maiora 36 Exuma and the third AB 130, with both yachts scheduled for delivery in summer 2026.

Flagship AB130 Casa Bri Mare and second Maiora 36 Exuma yachts launched

The 36.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1475" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumir36.9m (121'1&quot;)Heesen Yachts2005">Lumir</a> is on the market, with Chris Santon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>. Delivered in 2005, the flybridge <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" target="_blank">yacht for sale</a> was previously named Man of Steel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397135/image/large-c40da9f0a30c651a9d212307b771ad11.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397135"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1475" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumir36.9m (121'1&quot;)Heesen Yachts2005">Lumir</a> features naval architecture and exterior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>, with interiors crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>. In 2013, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/of-type=motor" target="_blank">motor yacht for sale</a> benefitted from an extensive refit, followed by a series of major upgrades and works carried out under her current ownership between 2022 and 2026.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397137/image/large-e34aff597cde0422927d8c39277e318f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397137"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397139/image/large-d366b191574639be47cc047e089ccd54.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397139">A bright, contemporary aesthetic defines the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/lumir" target="_blank">yacht Lumir for sale’s</a> interiors. Her main saloon is fitted with a striking blue couch, a distinctive back-lit poker table, and a formal dining table for eight forward. Measuring 245 GT, she can accommodate up to 10 guests across four elegant staterooms, with a layout comprising a full-beam master suite and two VIP suites.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397140/image/large-4b192a7a2940244166cf5e7bb8a8f4aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397140"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397141/image/large-7a37b0628408c18b88e1b0b4b77995b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397141">Moving outside, the blue stripe nautical aesthetic continues throughout the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/built-by=heesen" target="_blank">Heesen yacht for sale’s</a> exterior. On the flybridge, guests can enjoy the Jacuzzi, drinks at the bar, and ample lounging space.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397147/image/large-8559604dbd403748dbfc3697aa760565.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397147"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397145/image/large-674858a5541b2e3bc0aefaa4eafd0f81.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397145"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1475" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumir36.9m (121'1&quot;)Heesen Yachts2005">Lumir</a> is fitted with zero-speed stabilisers and powered by twin 3,650 horsepower&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, affording her a cruising speed of 26 knots and a top speed of 31 knots. She is currently located on the Gold Coast, Australia, and is available for viewings.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397146/image/large-44d78d90d537fa4288152a201062dc9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397146">

Heesen yacht Lumir for sale

The 36.7-metre Heesen motor yacht Lumir is on the market.


37m Heesen motor yacht Lumir for sale

The 36.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/599" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Couach Yachts (Company)">Couach</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arion36.8m (120'9&quot;)Couach Yachts2011">Arion</a> has been sold, with Hans van Doornmalen of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a> introducing the buyer and Arvid Ljungberg of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a> representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/368920/image/large-2ef940ac6357323cb2309f03f82b177e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/368920">Delivered in 2011, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arion36.8m (120'9&quot;)Couach Yachts2011">Arion</a> features exterior design and naval architecture from her builder’s in-house team, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ken Freivokh Design (Company)">Ken Freivokh Design</a>. She benefitted from a comprehensive refit in 2023 and 2025 which included a full paint job, all-new interior furnishings and upholstery, new teak decks, Starlink Maritime installation and brand-new generators.Distinguished by palettes of cherry and wenge woods all over her interiors, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arion36.8m (120'9&quot;)Couach Yachts2011">Arion</a> can sleep nine guests across four staterooms. Moving outside, guests can dine alfresco on her aft deck or lounge on the sunbeds in the foredeck.In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/599" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Couach Yachts (Company)">Couach</a> yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, providing her a cruising speed of 22 knots and a top speed of 26 knots.Photo courtesy of <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/northrop-and-johnson" target="_blank">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>.

Couach yacht Arion sold

 The 36.8-metre Couach motor yacht Arion has been sold.


37m Couach motor yacht Arion sold

The 28.25-metre Mangusta motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4700" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Houdini28.25m (92'8&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2007">Houdini</a> has been sold, with José Arana Jr. of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4667" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="1 Ocean Yachts (Company)">1 Ocean Yachts</a> representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247715/image/large-94eb9e7d9ce6564c9fd1fd500eaf1c5d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247715"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4700" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Houdini28.25m (92'8&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2007">Houdini</a> features naval architecture penned in-house by her builder, with exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a>. She can accommodate up to eight guests across four well-appointed staterooms at a volume of 112 GT.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Mangusta</a> 92 yacht’s interior design showcases a bright atmosphere. Meanwhile, her exterior areas offer plenty of options for relaxation and entertainment.In terms of propulsion system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4700" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Houdini28.25m (92'8&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2007">Houdini</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, giving her a cruising speed of 25 knots and a top speed of 41 knots.Photo courtesy of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4667" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="1 Ocean Yachts (Company)">1 Ocean Yachts</a>.

Mangusta motor yacht Houdini sold

The 28.25-metre Mangusta motor yacht Houdini has been sold, with José Arana Jr. of 1 Ocean Yachts.

28m Mangusta motor yacht Houdini sold

Update on Russian yachts seized

News is being shared of Russian yachts seized, here we have outlined the news behind those claims.

With more yacht arrests and sanctions occurring over the course of the weekend, we took a closer look at the legal implications for the arrest or freezing of private vessels, speaking to a number of maritime lawyers to get a more in-depth understanding of current events. All of those we spoke to pressed that these are unprecedented times both in yachting, and on legal terms.While a number of the sanctioned Russian oligarchs and elites own superyachts, at this time it remains only the 156-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5967" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dilbar156.0m (511'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2016">Dilbar</a> and the 85.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2485" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amore Vero 85.5m (280'6&quot;)Oceanco2013">Amore Vero</a> that have been publicly named by any international body. James Jaffa of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jaffa & Co (Company)">Jaffa &amp; Co</a>. commented, “While there is a widespread aversion to dealing with Russian individuals, legally you can still engage in commerce with Russians as long as neither they, nor their bank, are named on the sanctions lists.”&nbsp;This is important because it means that non-sanctioned Russian-owned yachts are still able to pay crew and release funds in order to maintain the operations of the vessel. On the other hand, lawyers speculate that sanctioned yacht owners cannot legally release funds in order to operate their vessels and therefore the yachts will be crippled by the legislation, whether the yachts are named or not.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54681" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="How might the war in Ukraine impact the superyacht industry? (2022-03-02 16:15:00 +0100)">How might the war in Ukraine impact the superyacht industry?<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/89438/image/large-d695c5249cebfa5c04f65b72d6e6260d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/89438"></a>But, is there a legal precedent for the arrest of superyachts?Benjamin Maltby, Partner of Keystone Law shed some light; “We’re in uncharted legal waters. Yachts are, of course, arrested regularly – but vessels are usually free to go once financial security has been provided. Security is typically in the form of a bank guarantee. The current situation is more like confiscation than detention. The aim is the deprivation of assets rather than the settlement of a debt or other legal claim.”Jaffa added that under the sanctions it becomes illegal for any company, including a bank, or individual to engage in a financial transaction with a sanctioned individual. “The sanctions have a particularly wide net and even indirect financing of sanctioned individuals can lead to very significant fines and jail time.” This means that while the vessel’s owner is being sanctioned, finances cannot be provided for the vessel, meaning that its operation is essentially impossible.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54694" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seized Russian superyachts: The first two yachts seized in Italy (2022-03-03 14:30:00 +0100)">Seized Russian superyachts: The first two yachts seized in Italy<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/26871/image/large-1d96660d5af20e9287281ec8d177cb98.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/26871"></a>What is happening to sanctioned yachts?Many people have asked what will happen to vessels if they are seized or arrested by international governments – do they then become the property of those governments, and who will be responsible for the payment of outstanding debts, including the payment of crew?&nbsp;Maltby explained, “It is not yet clear how the vessels will be cared for. They won’t become the property of the governments or port state authorities in whose possession they will remain for the time being. Under English law, you owe a duty of care to the owner of goods you have seized. This is known as a bailment, however it seems unlikely that port officials will be arranging for day workers to clean the yachts down on a daily basis and lacking essential maintenance the value of the vessels will begin to depreciate, while debts build.” As Maltby touched on here, it is not only the outstanding debts incurred by yachts since the sanctions were introduced. Vessels such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5967" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dilbar156.0m (511'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2016">Dilbar</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2485" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amore Vero 85.5m (280'6&quot;)Oceanco2013">Amore Vero</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3527" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady M65.0m (213'3&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts2013">Lady M</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lena38.5m (126'4&quot;)Sanlorenzo2010">Lena</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54694" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seized Russian superyachts: The first two yachts seized in Italy (2022-03-03 14:30:00 +0100)">which are alleged to have been arrested in Liguria over the weekend</a>, are now sitting in marinas and ports incurring fees which may never be paid.&nbsp;As Jaffa mentioned above, under the sanctions it becomes illegal for people to engage financially with any of the sanctioned individuals. This final point is particularly significant to the yachting industry, and it sheds light on why <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanctions imposed against Russian-owned superyacht Dilbar (2022-03-04 09:15:00 +0100)">Dilbar has been named within an official report from the US Department of the Treasury</a>. He added, “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5967" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dilbar156.0m (511'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2016">Dilbar</a> was apparently seized during a refit at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> facility in Hamburg, which may have been due to an ongoing transaction (which is no longer permitted) with a vessel owned by a sanctioned individual. It will be interesting to see how the costs incurred during her time at the facility, including those of the crew, will be paid in the foreseeable future.”Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54699" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanctions imposed against Russian-owned superyacht Dilbar (2022-03-04 09:15:00 +0100)">Sanctions imposed against Russian-owned superyacht Dilbar<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/3916/image/large-6d93fececfa447e4a259b0ee2180df31.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/3916"></a>What are the repercussions?While the registered owners of the vessel remain liable for the costs and retain ownership of the vessels, Maltby added that “the yachts may be sold by the seizing body in due course – by judicial auction or tender – in order to recover the outstanding amounts”. This however should not be expected in the short term. Jaffa added that it is possible for governments to create new legislation that will permit the release of sanctioned assets for the payment of debts, but whether this will be actioned is yet to be seen.In regard to this, some US politicians have been advocating for the seizure of vessels and the subsequent sale of them to raise aid funds. According to BusinessInsider, the so-called “Yachts for Ukraine” Act has been backed by Democratic Rep. Tom Malinowski of New Jersey and Republican Rep. Joe Wilson of South Carolina. The bill would hold authority for two years after its passage but the passing of such an act is yet to be seen.While the repercussions for yacht crew and shipyards with outstanding debts is apparent, it is not only sanctioned individuals who are being impacted. Jaffa explained, “An additionally unsettling impact of the international sanctions, and the war as a whole, is that actions are being taken against non-sanctioned Russians.” The momentary Monégasque arrest of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5625" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Blue104.0m (341'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2014">Quantum Blue</a> is an example of this. While she is Russian-owned, the owner of the 104-metre superyacht is not among those wealthy elites named within the sanctions lists, but despite that she was still prevented from departing Port Hercule last week, and though the yacht was later permitted to depart, the event in itself has complicated legal implications.

Can Russian superyachts be seized?

We spoke to maritime lawyers to get an insight into the current events within yachting.