<img src="/uploads/store/photo/99436/image/large-14293c2882cf13d2318ce4d2256d41b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/99436">Launched as Cakewalk by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/36" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Derecktor Shipyards (Company)">Derecktor Shipyards</a> in Connecticut in 2010, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/28" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquila85.6m (280'10&quot;)Derecktor Shipyards2010">Aquila</a> was designed by<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tim Heywood Design Ltd. (Company)">&nbsp;Tim Heywood</a> with an original interior created by Elizabeth Dalton of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/38" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dalton Designs Inc. (Company)">Dalton Designs</a>. After changing hands in 2014, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/28" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquila85.6m (280'10&quot;)Derecktor Shipyards2010">Aquila</a> underwent a major rebuild at the Pendennis Shipyard in the UK where the owners drafted RWD to redesign the interior spaces and completely transform the style on board. Following an intensive <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/47201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht of the Week: Acquiring Aquila (2017-03-23 09:00:00 +0100)">12-month project</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/28" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquila85.6m (280'10&quot;)Derecktor Shipyards2010">Aquila</a> re-emerged in 2016 looking as good as ever with several new features including a pool on the top deck, cinema room and reconfigured master suite ib the owner’s deck. Here she is seen at anchor outside Portofino, Italy.

The 86m motor yacht Aquila acnhored off Portofino

Aquila yacht anchored in Portofino, Italy

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The 86-metre American-built motor yacht Aquila spotted at anchor in Portofino on the Italian Riviera this summer. 

The 86m motor yacht Aquila in Portofino

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273033/image/large-666e4cc9afe6511029b40f19c9037df1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273033">Spotted last week anchored in Antibes is the 91.5-metre Ice-Classed superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4018" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tranquility91.5m (300'2&quot;)Oceanco2014">Tranquility</a>. Previously known as Equanimity, the true world exploration vessel was delivered in 2014 as one of the largest vessels in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> fleet. She features naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design &amp; Naval Architecture</a>, elegant exterior lines by her builder and an oriental-inspired interior penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>. Onboard, the 2,998 GT superyacht can accommodate up to 18 guests and comes complete with a helicopter landing pad, a large swimming pool as well as a gym and wellness centre. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4018" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tranquility91.5m (300'2&quot;)Oceanco2014">Tranquility</a> is currently listed for sale with an asking price of €149,900,000. She's also available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>. Take a closer look <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53489" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Five coolest things to do on board Tranquility (2021-08-09 12:00:00 +0200)">onboard here</a>.

92m superyacht Tranquility in Antibes

The 92m superyacht Tranquility, built by Oceanco, is seen here anchored in Antibes.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272814/image/large-7b3f52ce727ebe868996d1fe5d49078d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272814">Spotted last week docked in the Port of Málaga, Spain, is the 45.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/40" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Hakvoort Shipyard (Company)">Hakvoort</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Milele45.2m (148'4&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2023">Milele</a>. Previously known during her build as Project Adur, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Milele45.2m (148'4&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2023">Milele</a> was launched in May 2022 by the Monnickendam-based shipyard in the Netherlands. With a volume of 499 GT, she features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>, while her naval architecture comes from the boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van Oossanen Naval Architects (Company)">Van Oossanen Naval Architects</a>. Onboard, her main feature is her floor-to-ceiling wrap-around windows on both aft decks, offering panoramic views from the main deck saloon and plenty of natural light. Entirely constructed out of aluminium, the fast-displacement yacht can reach speeds of up to 26.5 knots and cruise comfortably at 12 knots.

Hakvoort superyacht Milele in Málaga

The 45m superyacht Milele, built by Hakvoort, is seen here docked in the Port of Málaga, Spain.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272850/image/large-3741b9c3439b61e57c63dfebaebc6ea0.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272850">Seen here yesterday anchored off Capri, Italy, is the 95-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/6423" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madsummer95.0m (311'8&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Madsummer</a>. Built in Rendsburg and delivered in 2019, she features an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Harrison Eidsgaard (Company)">Harrison Eidsgaard</a> while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/88" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Laura Sessa (Company)">Laura Sessa</a> drew her interior. With a chic colour scheme of blues, whites and reds and contemporary textures, she is homely and personal. Onboard amenities include a 12-metre swimming pool on the main deck aft, a large spa, extensive diving facilities and a helicopter landing pad on the foredeck. Inside, she can accommodate up to 18 guests (12 during charter) in nine staterooms taken care by a crew of 28. Performance-wise, she has a transatlantic range of up to 6,000 nautical miles while cruising at 12 knots and a top speed of 18 knots. Get a closer look inside <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6423" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madsummer95.0m (311'8&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Madsummer</a> in our <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/50604" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Onboard Lürssen's latest: The 95m Madsummer (2019-11-02 17:00:00 +0100)">onboard feature here</a>.

95m superyacht Madsummer in Capri

The 95m superyacht Madsummer, built by Lürssen, is seen here anchored in Capri.


<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272646/image/large-3f5e53458913896fa7923b32c48db108.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272646">Currently anchored off Antibes on the French Riviera, is the 80-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/98" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aalto80.0m (262'6&quot;)Oceanco2007">Aalto</a>. Delivered as Amevi, by the Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> in 2007, she features sweeping lines and a cutting exterior from the boards of Italian design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/65" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuvolari Lenard (Company)">Nuvolari Lenard</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/19" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Pinto (Company)">Alberto Pinto</a>. Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/98" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aalto80.0m (262'6&quot;)Oceanco2007">Aalto</a> has an interior volume of 2,310 GT and can accommodate up to 16 guests in eight staterooms, including a master suite, three double VIPs, two double guest staterooms and two twin guest staterooms. Performance-wise, she is powered by twin&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> diesel engines of 4,651 horsepower each, allowing her to reach a top speed of 18.5 knots, and cover a transatlantic range of 5,500 nautical miles.

Oceanco superyacht Aalto in Antibes

The 80m superyacht Aalto, built by Oceanco, is seen here anchored in Antibes.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272518/image/large-67d9824ba6a652e047bfd00fa6d6995b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272518">Currently docked in the port city of Portsmouth on England’s south coast is the 54-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2803" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Revelry54.3m (178'2&quot;)Amels2012">Revelry</a>. Previously named 4You, she was launched in 2012 as the second hull in Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> successful Limited Editions 180 series. Extensively refitted in 2019, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2803" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Revelry54.3m (178'2&quot;)Amels2012">Revelry</a> received further upgrades in 2020. She features an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tim Heywood Design Ltd. (Company)">Tim Heywood</a> and a modern and refined interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/88" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Laura Sessa (Company)">Laura Sessa</a>. Across her six staterooms including a full-beam master suite located on the main deck, two double, a twin, and two convertibles, she can accommodate up to 12 guests. The 642 GT superyacht hosts large exterior deck spaces and an outdoor Jacuzzi, among other features. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2803" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Revelry54.3m (178'2&quot;)Amels2012">Revelry</a> sports twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> 12V 2000 M70 diesel engines that allow her to cruise comfortably at 13 knots and reach speeds of up to 15.5 knots.

54m superyacht Revelry in Portsmouth

The 54m superyacht Revelry, built by Amels, is seen here docked in Portsmouth, United Kingdom.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272389/image/large-5ee0215875430c2d732c596ff1c2b33d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272389">Spotted last Friday anchored in Antibes on the French Riviera is the 66-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5593" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Elysian66.0m (216'6&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2014">Elysian</a>. Built by the German shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> and delivered as Ester III to her original owner in 2014, the 1,527 GT motor yacht features naval architecture by her builder, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a> is responsible for her masculine exterior. She features prominent styling cues such as her near-vertical bow, sharp-angled surfaces and a two-tone paint job. The interior, designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/56" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reymond Langton Design Ltd. (Company)">Reymond Langton</a>, can accommodate up to 12 guests in six luxurious staterooms. Behind her silhouette, the 42-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Crystal 140 superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mr. D41.93m (137'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2015">Mr. D</a> and the 73-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Siren73.5m (241'2&quot;)Nobiskrug2008">Siren</a> can be seen.

Lürssen superyacht ​​Elysian on the French Riviera 

The 66m superyacht Elysian, built by Lürssen, is seen here anchored in Antibes on the French Riviera.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272219/image/large-8a97ce016101b1d90e7b800d209b332d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272219">Spotted recently anchored in the Fethiye Bay in Turkey, is the 66-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/799" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros Armon (Company)">Astilleros Armon</a> support yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hodor66.2m (217'2&quot;)Astilleros Armon2019">Hodor</a>. Built by the Spanish shipyard in 2019, the catamaran features naval architecture and exterior lines by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Incat Crowther (Company)">Incat Crowther</a>, while her interior comes from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oliver Design (Company)">Oliver Design</a>. Her design is based on successful offshore crew supply models built on the same multihull platform and heavily modified for the luxury yacht market, without sacrificing any of its oceangoing capabilities. With a volume of 1,582 GT, the multihull <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hodor66.2m (217'2&quot;)Astilleros Armon2019">Hodor</a> was built to provide support to her mothership, the 87-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lonian87.0m (285'5&quot;)Feadship2018">Lonian</a>, by carrying a fleet of five customised tenders, toys and landing craft in addition to crew, staff and supplies that the pair need on their voyages. Get a closer look <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/50029" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First Look: Onboard the 66m support yacht Hodor (2019-06-18 09:30:00 +0200)">onboard Hodor here</a>.

Astilleros Armon support yacht Hodor in Fethiye

The 66m support yacht Hodor, built by Astilleros Armon, is seen here anchored in the Fethiye Bay in Turkey.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272089/image/large-ced1e833bc5c98681f9f0a1e6d9d6905.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272089">Seen here recently docked in London is the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/785" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hall Russell (Company)">Hall Russell</a> classic yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1894" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jura II36.58m (120'0&quot;)Hall Russell1963">Jura II</a>. Measuring 37 metres in length with a volume of 210 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1894" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jura II36.58m (120'0&quot;)Hall Russell1963">Jura II</a> was delivered by the Aberdeen-based shipyard in 1963. Originally built as Sea Crest and previously named Walanka, she features naval architecture and exterior design by her builder, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1144" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loro Piana Interiors (Misa Poggi) (Company)">Loro Piana Interiors</a>. Fully restored, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1894" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jura II36.58m (120'0&quot;)Hall Russell1963">Jura II</a> is powered by her two original <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2607" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kelvin Diesels (Company)">Kelvin Diesels</a> engines of 350 horsepower each, allowing her to reach a top speed of 12 knots and cover a range of 3,000 nautical miles while cruising at 10 knots.

Hall Russell classic yacht Jura II in London

The 37m Hall Russell classic yacht Jura II is seen here docked in London.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272058/image/large-98f7e5ebedaee948f68363eb94659477.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272058">Spotted last Friday cruising off Antibes in the South of France, is the 60-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/125" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slipstream60.0m (196'10&quot;)CMN Yacht Division2009">Slipstream</a>. Delivered by the French shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/113" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CMN Yacht Division (Company)">CMN Yacht Division</a> in 2009, she features both exterior and interior design by Andrew Winch of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>, while her builder was responsible for her naval architecture. Onboard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/125" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slipstream60.0m (196'10&quot;)CMN Yacht Division2009">Slipstream</a> can accommodate as many as 12 guests between six luxurious staterooms, including the owner's full-beam panoramic sky lounge suite, and a VIP suite that features a private balcony with sweeping ocean views. Performance-wise, the three-deck superyacht 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> diesel engines of 2,201 horsepower each, allowing her to reach a top speed of 17 knots. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/125" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slipstream60.0m (196'10&quot;)CMN Yacht Division2009">Slipstream</a> has a transatlantic range of 5,000 nautical miles when cruising at 11.5 knots.

Superyacht Slipstream in the South of France

The 60m superyacht Slipstream built by CMN Yacht Division, is seen here cruising off Antibes in the South of France.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271572/image/large-7baefdb595e0f7273bafc904dc4e8a47.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271572">Spotted this month docked in Göcek, Turkey, is the 136-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6424" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flying Fox136.0m (446'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Flying Fox</a>. Built to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> pedigree and delivered in 2019, the 9,022 GT superyacht 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</a> while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2091" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mark Berryman Design Ltd (Company)">Mark Berryman</a> is the designer behind the luxurious interior spaces, decorated in neutral tones and soft fabrics. Onboard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6424" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flying Fox136.0m (446'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Flying Fox</a> can accommodate 22 guests and possesses extensive features such as her state-of-the-art diving centre, two helipads, a 12-metre spa pool which runs transversely on the main deck, and her two-floor, 400 square-metre spa with a Cryo-Sauna. For a full tour of the yacht’s features read our <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Onboard: Inside the 136m charter yacht Flying Fox (2020-03-31 11:00:00 +0200)">onboard tour of Flying Fox here</a>.Behind her silhouette appears the 140-metre explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6847" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris139.7m (458'4&quot;)Lloyd Werft2021">Solaris</a>. Built for an experienced owner and launched by the German shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1075" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd Werft (Company)">Lloyd Werft</a>, the flagship project was designed by Australian industrial designer, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marc Newson Ltd (Company)">Marc Newson</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6847" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solaris139.7m (458'4&quot;)Lloyd Werft2021">Solaris</a> is one of the largest vessels to have touched the water in 2021 and features over 2,000 square-metres of glass, culminating in the largest panes ever used in the luxury yachting industry. Symbolising a new era of naval architecture, innovation and superyacht design, she has a total volume of 11,247 GT, which is more than twice the size of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1075" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd Werft (Company)">Lloyd Werft</a>’s 2010-built, 115-metre and 5,655 GT superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luna115.0m (377'4&quot;)Lloyd Werft2010">Luna</a>.

100m+ superyachts Flying Fox and Solaris in Göcek

The 136m superyacht Flying Fox, built by Lürssen, is seen here docked next to the 140m superyacht Solaris built by Lloyd Werft.

The 24.78-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/145" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burger Boat Company (Company)">Burger Boat</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6904" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Laid Back 24.78m (81'4&quot;)Burger Boat Company1989">Laid Back</a> sold in a deal with Bill Powers of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2578" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="26 North Yachts (Company)">26 North Yachts</a> introducing the buyer and Pam Barlow of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/10" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luke Brown Yachts (Company)">Luke Brown Yachts</a> representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233587/image/large-019d4589b7bf473c618927c9d490772b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233587">Delivered in 1989 from the United States, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6904" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Laid Back 24.78m (81'4&quot;)Burger Boat Company1989">Laid Back</a> is part of the 80’ Burger series. She was designed in full by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/145" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burger Boat Company (Company)">Burger Boat Company</a> which were responsible for her interior and exterior design, as well as her naval architecture.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233594/image/large-f7ac9ec5f6e942e4bf106a232a9ef7eb.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233594"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233593/image/large-4a66247e9f3e93eda81d06c996a94bd9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233593"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233589/image/large-f1773b2a07be5eff6a33b9f8fd99af88.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233589"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6904" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Laid Back 24.78m (81'4&quot;)Burger Boat Company1989">Laid Back</a> features a three stateroom configuration, with accommodation for up to six guests. She boasts a classic interior design with a high use of woods to accompany her contemporary main saloon. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233592/image/large-f8516c68df1ab3dced8f707f3959420f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233592"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233596/image/large-dfc47880c70d767b13eff8d94866a6ff.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233596">In terms of propulsion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6904" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Laid Back 24.78m (81'4&quot;)Burger Boat Company1989">Laid Back</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines which propel her to a top speed of 21 knots and a comfortable cruising speed of 17 knots. At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6904" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Laid Back 24.78m (81'4&quot;)Burger Boat Company1989">Laid Back</a> had a last known asking price of $1,195,500. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233591/image/large-dee8a0f556781988c2fd5e8a0365b626.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233591">

25m Burger Boat yacht Laid Back sold

The 25m Burger Boat motor yacht Laid Back sold with a last known asking price of $1,195,500.

25m Burger Boat motor yacht Laid Back sold

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a> has announced a new reinvestment fund for the superyacht industry, aimed at ocean conservation. The Ocean Assist Fund plans to promote a new path into nurturing both ocean and human vitality.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273322/image/large-81c76517a9d6ab0a6ba06abc70e22e99.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273322">The Ocean Assist Fund will be used to select marine conservation and restoration projects to allocate funds granted by the yachting community. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a> will use appropriate criteria to determine which projects are selected and will ensure that support goes to the most urgent needs.“By prioritising projects and adopting scientific tools that are urgently needed to protect the oceans, the superyacht community can maximise financial and non-financial resources to support nature-based solutions and aid the global effort to mitigate ecological impacts,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/237001/image/large-34661eb661037cedcc9fa816ea2839c9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/237001">Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56401" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation unveils YETI 1.0 to evaluate environmental impact in yachting (2022-11-17 16:45:00 +0100)">Water Revolution Foundation unveils YETI 1.0 to evaluate environmental impact in yachting</a>The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a> will work with an independent scientific advisory board composed of renowned ocean scientists to identify the projects that will have the greatest impact in preserving the ocean and will feed back their findings to the yachting community.“By investing in ocean conservation through this programme, the superyacht community can act as a significant force to solve ocean problems and make a positive collective impact, not only for themselves but for the planet as a whole,” commented the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/210814/image/large-2f97f065978c36e73e041f8b3df36273.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/210814">Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56155" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sustainable mooring: How to preserve the world’s largest lung? (2022-10-13 14:30:00 +0200)">Sustainable mooring: How to preserve the world’s largest lung?</a>The project aims to raise awareness and commitment within the yachting community, and will transform financial support for ocean conservation into a business proposition. The project will create a new age of regenerative development in the yachting sector, to help revive our invaluable marine ecosystems.&nbsp;“The Ocean Assist programme will enable yachting to contribute to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals – which seek to protect planet’s and human health, conserve biodiversity, combat climate change and improve livelihoods for everyone, everywhere,” concluded the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/240105/image/large-08aa65fd6517d3cb3aafc9d8202ab996.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/240105">

Water Revolution Foundation announces Ocean Assist Fund

The Water Revolution Foundation has announced the Ocean Assist Fund for the superyacht industry, aimed at ocean conservation.

Water Revolution Foundation announces Ocean Assist Fund for ocean conservation

Turkey-based yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a> has unveiled a new 52-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 170 superyacht model, with two hulls already in-build. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 170 motor yacht uses innovative design elements with outstanding craftsmanship and builds upon the already successful <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 163 model.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272706/image/large-0c86f28182ca880acdb5367f9982e42e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272706">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 170 yacht showcases a collaboration between renowned exterior designer Emrecan Özgün of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unique Yacht Design (Company)">Unique Yacht Design</a> and esteemed interior design house <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a>. The Bilgin 170 differs from her sistership the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 164, with a larger and more traditional bow shape, to create an overall sleeker appearance.“The layout of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 170-I remains identical to its sibling models, ensuring familiarity and ease of use for customers,” explained Emrecan Özgün. “The primary goal during the design process was to optimise the 50-metre models, achieving a more sporty and masculine look, while blending the design seamlessly to offer customers the ability to utilise both open and enclosed spaces under 500 GT.”The interior of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 170 has been skillfully designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a> to complement her striking exterior. She focuses on luxury, comfort, and elegance, while combining the interior functionality with refined aesthetics.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272707/image/large-39a30d39b7a0df128f0dcd7bc793e298.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272707">“The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 170 draws on the experience gained from the successful 47 and 50-metre projects and combines elegance with timeless lines. The 499 GT yacht is able to accommodate up to 12 guests and a crew of nine. She has an elegant exterior and interior as well as a unique beach club and outdoor spaces,” explained Berkay Yılmaz, Commercial Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a>.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 170 features an elongated bridge deck aft, extending by 1.5-metres to amplify her living space and offer a spacious and shaded area for guests to unwind. Her beach club on the lower deck ensures plenty of natural light with expansive windows when all three doors are closed.&nbsp;“We are thrilled to unveil the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 170, a stunning yacht that represents the pinnacle of design and craftsmanship,” said İsmail Şengün, the CEO at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a>. “Emrecan Özgün's innovative approach and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a>'s impeccable interior design have resulted in a vessel that exudes sportiness and elegance, elevating the yacht experience to new heights.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272704/image/large-18023ad16112c054f42e20bf68c83c55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272704">Key features onboard the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 170 include her classic bow shape which provides additional private seating and sunbathing areas once her rescue boat for the tender is deployed. Her swim platform also provides direct contact with the sea, as well as sun loungers for guests to relax.The first unit of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 170 series is scheduled for delivery by the end of 2024, followed closely by the second unit, which is slated to be available in time for 2025.

New 52m Bilgin 170 superyacht model in-build

Bilgin Yachts has unveiled a new 52m Bilgin 170 superyacht model, with two hulls already in-build.

Bilgin Yachts unveils 52m in-build Bilgin 170 superyacht

The demand for very large sailing yachts is nothing like that for large motor yachts, but over the last few years there has been increased interest in very large sailing yachts. Some projects have been delivered, some are under construction and others are on the drawing board. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271922/image/large-b991006523bd905dbed9b749b4cd42e1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271922">We ask a panel of experts – Bart van der Meer (engineering sailing systems at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/458" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rondal B.V. (Company)">Rondal</a>), Rudy Jurg (sales manager at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/458" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rondal B.V. (Company)">Rondal</a>), Rob Doyle (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3009" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rob Doyle Design (Company)">Rob Doyle Design</a>), Thys Nikkels (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra Naval Architects</a>) and Bill Tripp (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Tripp Design</a>) – about the challenges of designing, building and operating a 100-metre sloop.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271904/image/large-0e8d661bb3efb5b36591b231f65ec1e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271904">Is it possible to create the mast and rigging for a 100-metre sloop that is both safe and Class approved?&nbsp;Bart van der Meer: Yes, it is certainly possible to create a complete rig and sailing system for a yacht of this size. It does, of course, present some interesting challenges, but Rondal has built its reputation on resolving challenges.&nbsp;Rob Doyle: For a 100-metre sloop in terms of length overall, no, it is not possible. For a 100-metre spar height, yes, that is possible. If someone says ’yes’ to a 100-metre LOA yacht they are out of their depth and have not fully researched all the options involved. At RDD we have done a huge amount of research on this question and we are one of the few naval architects and design studios that have an understanding of the complexibility of such a big rig. Class approval would be difficult, but they will lean hard on the naval architect’s calculations, research and experience.&nbsp;Thys Nikkels: When we are pushing boundaries with any aspect of a design the answer is always ‘Do your homework!’ If you do not have experience with a certain size or configuration you have to do the necessary research and development to prove the design is feasible. Feasible in concept, safe in construction and safe in operation, only then can you tell a client that it is possible, and to do that you have to work with a team of researchers, material specialists, builders to find the required solutions for the challenges.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/108433/image/large-6f7ee4bb350c7e7604865e0774d55463.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108433">Are there any suppliers who would take the risk of building such a yacht?Bart van der Meer: We have already built three impressive 70-metre-plus &nbsp;rigs and are currently planning a large rig for an 85-metre sloop, which will become one of the world’s largest.Rob Doyle: There are two really only two manufacturers that can build big rigs. Rigging would be another significant difficulty, along with winches, systems, furling, hull structures, regulations and more.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271932/image/large-fe57b0ec686c9fcbbe3f0f91922d0a1d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271932">Even if you could build it, would it be safe to operate for the crew?Bart van der Meer: Given the exceptional loads, risk factors for the crew are already an important factor in planning sailing systems for today’s largest sailing yachts, especially when racing. These loads and the sheer length and weight of running rigging do increase exponentially when looking at a rig for a 100-metre sloop. But we should keep in mind that, at this end of the superyacht fleet, only the most highly qualified and experienced crew would manage and trim the sail plan. They would do so with access to very sophisticated load sensors and safety triggers to ensure loads and risks remain within the design boundaries. There is also the possibility that these big rigs could be operated fully automatically. Especially as the cost related to fully automating a sailing system becomes smaller in comparison to the overall cost. However, this route could present new challenges of its own until fully proven.Rob Doyle: We will always design rigs with safe operation in mind, the numbers involved are huge and operation of a sail plan of this size would be very difficult, if not impossible. The size of the systems to control such a rig are significant and very detailed research is required, the sparmakers can build very big rigs – the limit is the yacht not the spar tube.&nbsp;Thys Nikkels: In the end, a large sloop will only work for the client if it can be safely and relatively easily operated by the crew. Otherwise the rig will never, or only sporadically, be used.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236181/image/large-38e23873797382eff5e629953f24cb77.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236181">Have you had any requests for such a large project and do you expect that one day a client will decide to build one?Rudy Jurg: We have already been introduced to enquiries and concepts of this size that for one reason or another have yet to progress. I have little doubt that 100-metre-plus rigs will be built in the future. The first one will be commissioned by a very ambitious and visionary individual with deep pockets. Once this client’s project is afloat, others are more likely to follow.&nbsp;Rob Doyle: Yes, we have had requests for such yachts a number of times. What we explain first is that the jump from 78-metre M5 to a sloop with a spar length of 100 metres is enormous. If you have not designed and built big rigs before, then a client is very exposed. At RDD we have designed more big rigs, both sloop and ketches, than many other naval architects, but the numbers are staggering when you present the research and the real build numbers. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272049/image/large-6060ad9c10f61da7535208d03e662ce4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272049">What are the cost implications of building a 100-metre sloop compared with a schooner of similar size?&nbsp;Bart van der Meer: One of the biggest cost implications is that most of the hardware needs to be designed from scratch for the sloop. Nothing on this scale is readily available on the market: no furlers, no toggles, no winches. And it needs to be designed not just bigger, but exponentially bigger. Take a runner winch, for example. From a 30-metre sloop to a 60-metre sloop, the retrieving length will double and the pull force goes from roughly 10 to 30 tonnes. If you want to be able to retrieve the runners at the same time, you’ll need four times more winch power to double the speed and more than double the force.&nbsp;When you recall it was considered doubtful if you could fly a spinnaker from the mast of a 100-foot sloop 30 years ago, we can see that the evolution of marine design technology has always innovated to address such issues. The expertise is there to make the rig of a 100-metre sloop happen, &nbsp;as long as it is accepted that substantial system development costs as well as the hardware manufacturing costs will bear heavily on the first project. For these reasons, it will certainly cost more than the rig of a 100-metre schooner or ketch.Rob Doyle: Hard questions because if you want to be the tip of the sword, a visionary owner that wants to reach for the stars and build the biggest sloop. But you may need to ask yourself: is the ketch a better option at the 100-metre LOA size?<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236173/image/large-d089b6d8c8cd89662da7e3fc43a4f62c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236173">Given all the factors above and from your own experience, what is the ideal size for a super-sloop?Rudy Jurg: It is difficult to say there is an ideal size, though we do know that the ‘ideal’ size keeps on growing as larger yachts prove their reliability and their capacity to deliver exceptional lifestyle experiences and amenities to owners and their guests. Ultimately the ‘ideal’ will always be related to owners’ plans, their financial resources, their vision and ambition.Rob Doyle: I believe an 85-metre LOA sloop would be the limit, but there are different factors at play that have to be understood and it's more about the length/beam ratio than LOA, which would be a more suitable metric to start with. On the limit of tube lengths, you need to ask the spar maker for that number, but we are comfortable with the tube lengths we have spoken to clients and sparmakers about.This article was originally published in September 2022 of Issue 1 of the How to Build It magazine. <a href="https://superyachttimes.com/api/download/how-to-build-it-issue-1" target="_blank">You can download the entire magazine for free here</a>.

Ask the Expert: Is a 100-metre sloop feasible or even desirable?

SYT asked a panel of experts about the challenges of designing, building and operating a 100-metre sloop.


The 23.98-metre eponymous <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Timeless Yachts (Company)">Timeless</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8491" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Timeless23.98m (78'8&quot;)Timeless Yachts2018">Timeless</a> sold at auction with broker Arjen Hoeksma of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/9" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Valk Yacht Brokers (Company)">De Valk Yacht Brokers</a> and auction organiser Wim Schimmel of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6345" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtBid.com (Company)">YachtBid</a> representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273147/image/large-9cdf3e8827b28f7ea267985a8939a44e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273147">The custom-built explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8491" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Timeless23.98m (78'8&quot;)Timeless Yachts2018">Timeless</a> was built and launched in 2018 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Timeless Yachts (Company)">Timeless Yachts</a> in Poland. The aluminium motor yacht is equipped with two decks of luxury and features naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1993" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Studio Strawinski (Company)">Yacht Studio Strawinski</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259773/image/large-b5267efe59a0c30aa7a699a187b7d97e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259773"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259774/image/large-ab9b68e33c321344cb59fb6a8743d69d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259774"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8491" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Timeless23.98m (78'8&quot;)Timeless Yachts2018"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259762/image/large-57d8a09a47d3724e8c7a7fce6d39f2cd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259762">Timeless</a> can comfortably sleep up to eight guests across a four stateroom layout and offers a timeless interior design with a neutral colour palette. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273148/image/large-3609236d22317356cee5295f47d2664f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273148"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259759/image/large-aa11e0dc64737a8b5f7dce57ed28dd8b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259759">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8491" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Timeless23.98m (78'8&quot;)Timeless Yachts2018">Timeless</a> is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cummins Inc. (Company)">Cummins</a> engines, giving her a top speed of 12 knots. At the time of her sale, Timeless had a starting price at auction of €1,000,000.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259755/image/large-02ecfdb667ba2ce773a4ca8f5b226f4d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259755">

Explorer yacht Timeless sold at auction

The 24m Timeless yacht Timeless sold at auction with a last known starting price of €1,000,000. 

24m explorer yacht Timeless sold at auction

The 29-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/886" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Intermarine Savannah (Company)">Intermarine</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5543" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lukousaurus29.0m (95'2&quot;)Intermarine Savannah2001">Lukousaurus</a>&nbsp;previously named Krishelle, has been sold with Matthew Martin of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> representing the buyer and Peter Jeisey of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grand Isle Marina (Company)">Grand Isle Marina</a> representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273152/image/large-8bdac6b289c8e1c258b395ba718419e0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273152">The flybridge yacht was delivered in 2001 and is the ninth-largest yacht built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/886" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Intermarine Savannah (Company)">Intermarine</a>. She features interior design by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pavlik Design Team (Company)">Pavlik Design Team</a>. Up to six guests are accommodated onboard the superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5543" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lukousaurus29.0m (95'2&quot;)Intermarine Savannah2001">Lukousaurus</a>, and she also has accommodation for three crew members including the captain. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273153/image/large-e19fce349a3584a61a2c665c9a9f1831.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273153"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273154/image/large-242b61559360d3226ed6fe6523d3c6fa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273154">The flybridge 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, which give her a top speed of 22 knots. The yacht carries 15,991 litres of fuel onboard.Her last known asking price was $1,595,000.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/190630/image/large-ff93ff09df2c68c6b6c73caaba78150a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/190630">

29m Intermarine flybridge yacht Lukousaurus sold

The 29-metre Intermarine flybridge yacht Lukousaurus has sold with Fraser representing the buyer and Grand Isle Marina representing the seller

29m Intermarine motor yacht Lukousaurus sold

The 24.73-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11965" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alin24.73m (81'2&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2010">Alin</a> has been sold in an in-house deal with Marco Fiorani of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Idea Yachting (Company)">Idea Yachting</a> representing both the buyer and the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218596/image/large-864486f9b85dfc9372a38a171aada1a7.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218596"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218588/image/large-4f519970c2f52d94910802cae0667114.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218588"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218589/image/large-bcdefded288920af83581702979a0482.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218589">The motor yacht was delivered in 2010 and features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, while her interior was also penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a>. Up to eight guests are accommodated onboard the superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11965" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alin24.73m (81'2&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2010">Alin</a>, and she also has accommodation for four crew members, including the captain. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11965" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alin24.73m (81'2&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2010"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218586/image/large-4449acff63ccec040b780eff05b8cac6.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218586"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218600/image/large-45c738fb1fdab4085b2281a5faca0250.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218600">Alin </a>has a grp hull and grp superstructure. She is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, which give her a cruising speed of 27 knots and a top speed of 30 knots. The yacht carries 6,750 litres of fuel onboard, and 1,320 litres of water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218603/image/large-4fd75083ae73aa12dd93762a1fd8522c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218603">Her last known asking price was €2,200,000.

25m Ferretti motor yacht Alin sold

24.73-metre Ferretti motor yacht Alin has sold with Marco Fiorani of Idea Yachting, representing both the buyer and the seller.

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/176" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta - 2023">Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta</a> got off to a perfect start yesterday. A north-easterly breeze of about 7 knots intensified, as expected, to around 12 knots and rotated towards the southeast over the course of the day. At 1 p.m. the Race Committee sounded the start for the 45-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/476" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fitzroy Yachts (Company)">Fitzroy Yachts</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1684" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gitana45.0m (147'8&quot;)Fitzroy Yachts2009">Gitana</a> was the first superyacht off the line in the staggered starting sequence. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273210/image/large-1ca68fcebecb25729ddbe561c9b9ef4c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273210">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> division started their races at 1:30 p.m and the SW105 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10474" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SØRVIND34.59m (113'6&quot;)Southern Wind2022">Sørvind</a> quickly flew ahead of the fleet. Both divisions started in Porto Cervo before rounding the island of Monaci. After leaving the Monaci lighthouse to port, the superyacht division sailed up the coast of the island of Caprera and entered the Saline gulf, where they left a mark to port before returning to Porto Cervo via the Bisce Pass, for a total of approximately 20 miles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273214/image/large-9e5198223ed71b0cf766b8e8ad9b612a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273214">Until the first mark, the Wallycento <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V30.48m (100'0&quot;)Wally2017">V</a> remained at the back of the fleet, but took a close line around the Monaci island, jibbing ahead of the fleet and taking a steady lead on the race to the island of Caprera. The superyacht's lead steadily grew throughout the afternoon, with the rest of the fleet behind her. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273213/image/large-9cad2daf9a17b1b42df2cf63f9c4f266.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273213">The first day saw the 33-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> 108 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WinWin33.04m (108'5&quot;)Baltic Yachts2014">WinWin</a> take victory in the Superyacht Cruising Class division, followed by another 108-footer in the form of Inoui, with owner-helmsman and regular participant in the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta, Marco Vogele, on board. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Inoui33.4m (109'7&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2013">Inoui</a> fought for most of the course with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pattoo33.0m (108'3&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2016">Pattoo</a>, another 33-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> yacht which already has a win in Porto Cervo under her belt, when she was known as Missy. The Wallycento <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V30.48m (100'0&quot;)Wally2017">V</a>, meanwhile, claimed the top spot in the Combined Performance and Cruising Class, finishing the race by a 2 minute corrected lead, having started last in the staggered starting sequence.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273215/image/large-d39a3ba7e0942006f83c4c4454284d09.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273215">Ken Read, multi-award winning sailor and tactician on the Wallycento <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V30.48m (100'0&quot;)Wally2017">V</a>, declared: "We couldn't have asked for a better day here in Porto Cervo. Sunshine, flat seas and a gentle breeze of 12 knots, a perfect situation for these boats. The beauty of this place always amazes me and sailing here with these boats is a unique experience, they let me have a few moments in which to look around and smile, because honestly there is nothing more beautiful than all this."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273216/image/large-8fefcfc59674712fada243c28e3a3226.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273216">Results aren't drawn up for the boats taking part in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> Rendezvous, reflecting the particularly convivial atmosphere that reigns at this gathering, now in its 17th edition. The fleet sailed in a compact group and the owners were able to enjoy the same course as the Superyacht division. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273212/image/large-5876fe1fa0da0cc510c8beaa12159f3c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273212">Racing continues today, 8th June, with a breeze similar to today's forecast. The start for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> Rendezvous division is scheduled for 11:30 a.m, followed by the Superyacht division at around midday. Organised by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">Yacht Club Costa Smeralda</a> with the support of title sponsor Giorgio Armani, the event is is now in its 16th edition.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273211/image/large-293abf27b8bbaa226731cc42ce1438a7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273211">

Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta 2023 day 1

The Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta began yesterday with wallycento V taking the day.

Wallycento V takes the first day at the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta

The 60.96-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/145" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samadhi60.96m (200'0&quot;)Feadship2006">Samadhi</a> has entered the market. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/samadhi/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Samadhi, for sale</a>, was commissioned by experienced owners and has been maintained to the highest standards, leaving her in turnkey condition for her new owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273156/image/large-2c77f3d6b7f8fdd330e353849437c5d4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273156"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/145" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samadhi60.96m (200'0&quot;)Feadship2006">Samadhi</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt</a> and has recently completed an extensive refit in May 2023. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> also boasts a contemporary interior design by the highly sought after French designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273158/image/large-daf86144ea0b19cb956ee874b7754b56.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273158"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273159/image/large-adec3172a22e865e28c8d3070c512713.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273159"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273157/image/large-1e3332a9b18c44c3df3d068ddc655e8b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273157"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/145" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samadhi60.96m (200'0&quot;)Feadship2006">Samadhi</a> offers guests 1,036 GT of interior space, and her large main saloon is bathed in plenty of natural light, thanks to picture windows that line her port and starboard lengths. Forward of this area is her dining area with seating for up to 10 guests around her circular table.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273162/image/large-2d911aa5f2a0856d787122b4cb1aa167.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273162"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273177/image/large-264c62eef56c98f56303d6288e1989a8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273177">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests across a six stateroom configuration, with her owner's suite located on the main deck. The master suite includes an office, handcrafted wardrobes and a luxurious marble ensuite bathroom with sauna, tub and shower.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273171/image/large-c621da269dc4ea50fb1c4dced4019861.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273171"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273174/image/large-84aec8bfe616f2046337931e5012c871.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273174"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273176/image/large-b596e1f6e6e7754e15b7c2280ec1019b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273176">The remaining guest staterooms are situated on the lower deck and consist of two double staterooms and two convertible twins, all with ensuite bathrooms. There is also an additional stateroom which is suited for children, or staff such as a nanny.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273160/image/large-e2c84bd8b93d3fe3b758bd7269e3ec1f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273160"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273163/image/large-612f41f03323e071ae2748d6a455233d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273163"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/145" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samadhi60.96m (200'0&quot;)Feadship2006">Samadhi</a> features plenty of exterior spaces, perfect for entertaining or socialising. Her skylounge includes a cinema room, which connects to the upper deck alfresco dining area. Other key amenities onboard include a fully equipped gym and a packed toy box with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cayago AG / Seabob (Company)">Seabobs</a>, Jet Skis, a waterslide, trampoline and an assortment of diving and snorkelling gear.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273190/image/large-851a140faf30ccfb125082e9b96c2749.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273190">=<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273185/image/large-9531e439140a8edab685ed3224e3da9d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273185">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/feadship/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Feadship yacht for sale</a> comes equipped with a fleet of three tenders, including a 2022 VQ45 Vanquish Chase Tender, for making the most of shore excursions. Her large swim platform can be accessed via an elegant staircase from her main deck aft, providing direct access to the ocean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273183/image/large-74464d8cd571349b577653afd6581fdb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273183"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273180/image/large-41386f76e1b27af67eff31db061e2466.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273180"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273186/image/large-24c36e7130e14a893e34b288b6cf4503.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273186">The upper deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/145" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samadhi60.96m (200'0&quot;)Feadship2006">Samadhi</a> allows guests to relax with panoramic views, as well as shade from her hard top. Guests can also make use of her sun deck to top up their tans, or lounge in her raised Jacuzzi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273193/image/large-8269ab0b4f2d5f0ec316199d0e6b7060.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273193"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273192/image/large-fd51a7a58b480155bd334683868986f3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273192">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/145" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samadhi60.96m (200'0&quot;)Feadship2006">Samadhi</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 allowing her to reach a top speed of 16 knots and cruise at 13 knots with an ocean-crossing range of 5,000 nautical miles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273196/image/large-20f17d6a3243cb9faa310ba269b1a045.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273196">

61m Feadship superyacht Samadhi for sale

The 61m Feadship superyacht Samadhi has entered the market in turnkey condition. 

When Aquila was sold in 2014 under her previous name as Cakewalk, her experienced new owners already had a clear vision in mind what they wanted their new yacht have turned into. Fast forward a season’s use and 12 months of being under wraps at Pendennis’ refit and new build facility in Falmouth, Aquila was finally set free in the summer of 2016 ready for cruising with her new family. Seemingly unchanged from the outside, this Anglo-American project is, as we found out, perhaps the ultimate embodiment of the expression judging a book by its cover.

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As with their 65-metre Italian superyacht, her owners surrounded themselves with a familiar team of designers and advisors for this project. As interior designers of that project, there would be no studio better suited to undertake this redesign project than Redman Whiteley Dixon (RWD). Headed by Tony Dixon, the team also worked together with Susan Young Interiors who is no stranger to the owner’s style, having worked on their residential projects as well as their smaller yacht. As yacht managers, Burgess was involved in overseeing technical management and operations and making sure Aquila is charter-ready for this Caribbean season. 

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Pendennis was effectively tasked with the largest refit project ever completed in the U.K. – something that, as Joint Managing Director of Pendennis, Mike Carr explains, the shipyard was prepared for. “In order to effectively manage a project of this scale, Pendennis assigned four project managers, each with responsibility for specific aspects of the programme.” The true scale of the project is put in perspective when considering the 1000 people involved with Aquila’s transformation during the height of the project. 

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Apart from freeing up her deck spaces and making guest areas more useful, Aquila’s exterior has remained largely the same. The sundeck is where RWD applied a new arrangement that made room for a larger bar on the aft deck and a greater lounge area to match. The area was also remodelled to house a DJ booth, drop-down disco lighting and a large cinema screen with complimentary sound equipment. Gone is the colourful mosaic-tiled splash pool on the aft deck and instead, a Jacuzzi can now be found forward of the new wellness centre that separates the two areas.

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Throughout the project, RWD made the most of the ‘excellent platform and technical facilities’ that Tim Heywood’s Cakewalk presented, and built on these to suit the lifestyle of Aquila’s new owners. The beach club is just one such example where a new gym area was created in this beamy part of the ship. A skylight in the deck above adds some natural light to the sheltered lounge area that leads out onto the fixed swim platform.

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Other exterior deck spaces have been refined and non-essential elements removed to better facilitate her owners’ love of hosting groups of family and friends onboard.

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Anyone familiar with the more traditional American interior that made up Cakewalk will immediately be able to recognise the amount of work that went into the restyling of Dalton Designs’ original layout which today is virtually invisible on Aquila. Pendennis stripped back 750 square metres of guest, social, and technical areas on board to a near in-build state before applying RWD’s newly designed vision. German superyacht installer Metrica worked with Pendennis’ dedicated interior department to fit the custom décor onboard.

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Her owners’ close involvement throughout the project reassured Dixon that they were on the right track by aiming for a traditional and balanced style presented with a contemporary twist. Nothing too overboard and everything in its place, but leaving enough room for guests to express themselves freely while onboard. After all, Aquila is available for charter though Burgess. Guest areas are elegantly finished with dark panelling and contrasting deckhead and carpet materials. Clever lighting solutions throughout softens the mood and rounds off that elegant touch of the interior.

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A very clear example of the amount of restructuring work that went into the project is visible on main deck. A previously unused space, the main saloon was made family-friendly by flipping the existing layout on its head. The seating area aft was removed and guests can now enjoy dining a little closer to the outdoors.

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The real work, however, came with the building of an enclosed private cinema space just forward of the dining area. Situated two decks above the engine room, great attention was paid to eliminate any noise transfer from adjacent social areas and vibrations from the engines so that guests would be able to enjoy their movie experience while underway. Equally important was to minimise any noise leaking from the cinema to the saloon outside. This was achieved by placing the entire room in its own 'floating' box which is effectively suspended on sound and vibration-dampening pads independent of the steel construction below, meaning guests can now enjoy their favourite film on that giant 98-inch screen, undisturbed.

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Another key stage in the project was the reconfiguration of the master suite. Located forward on the owner’s deck the suite we see on Aquila is completely different and much larger to what it once was. Not only were the bulkheads moved aft, but the bed was also relocated from its centre line position and offset to port, allowing RWD to create an intimate lounge area on the starboard side. The traditional cherry wood was stripped and Dixon made use of fumed eucalyptus and dark stained oak to achieve the desired look.

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What has remained, however, is the spectacular panoramic view from the suite, which can now also be enjoyed through a private access point that puts the owners directly onto their own 60 square metre Portuguese-style deck.

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The exclusive features continue as one moves aft on this deck to reach the owner’s saloon. Tones of royal blue add colour to this gentlemanlike lounge with its metal inserts abound and rich leather surfaces. Bespoke tobacco-leaf imprints behind the London bar, as it is known, creates an interesting a visual centrepiece.

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Connecting all the decks is a grand spiral staircase that runs from main deck all the way to the sundeck. The design teams worked with a Czech artist to make sure the custom-made 11.2-metre chandelier with its 800 individual hand-blown glass pieces will fit perfectly. The surrounding staircase is decorated with leather touches and finished with a new glistening stainless frame that is connected to the art piece via 500 individual stainless steel fittings for stability. The staircase itself is also mounted on anti-vibration mounts to further eliminate potential damaging shocks.

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Taking her Latin name from the eagle of all eagles, Aquila has been tastefully transformed to show her true American colours and is now ready to once again spread her wings across the open seas.

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The 86m motor yacht Aquila in Portofino