<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> and designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon</a> have teamed up once again to create the ambitious new 85-metre Apex 850 sailing yacht concept. The single-masted yacht is designed for an ambitious owner looking to push the boundaries of sailing both on an engineering level and in terms of construction. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176052/image/large-02aa496e682c51996b502c1b9cbfa0fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176052">What makes this concept unique, apart from its enormous scale, is that the Apex 850 has been fully engineered and developed for real-world sailing by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">McKeon</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Huisman</a>. “Technical challenges have been identified and addressed,” says the shipyard. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/458" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rondal B.V. (Company)">Rondal</a> rig that rises 107 metres above the waterline will provide an exhilarating sailing experience which is no less manageable than on smaller yachts.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176057/image/large-d660ead98dbf52c2fdbe9ac0ecc07d22.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176057">Apex 850’s sleek hull leads aft from the slicing reverse bow to a flared open stern where the yacht’s outdoor entertainment centre is located. The see-through deckhouse provides shelter to a saloon and guest cockpit that covers over 200 sqm and complements the minimalist style of interior and exterior guests areas around the yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176051/image/large-9a538f6c99756b6bdf9f5c03cf692875.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176051"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/456228200" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176082/image/large-d1e4c05617635e068ecb089cc6e28c90.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176082">Sculpted outdoor furniture creates a comfortable corner to relax in with a 50 sqm beach club setup at the stern for those looking to enjoy an even closer connection with the ocean. It is also from here where the owners can access their full-beam suite; a 250 sqm apartment with full-height windows on each side of the cabin for exceptional views when anchored or underway. Elsewhere, four guests suites accommodate up to 12 guests and come in twin and double layout options, each with a Pullman berth. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176054/image/large-7a4e94c5c7f11c9ede3008892cc0a978.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176054"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176070/image/large-0e6dea88c5ac4328db7069ecefe50f45.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176070">Designed to be built from aluminium, the Apex 850 is created with low-maintenance, easy handling and safe cruising in mind. The powerful rig that supports the 4,700 sqm of downwind sails is managed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/458" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rondal B.V. (Company)">Rondal’s</a> Integrated Sailing System. “Her retractable keel, optimised weight distribution and limited heel angle will provide stability, comfort and safety for all on board,” explains designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon</a>. “Twin high-aspect rudders will provide a rapid response to her fly-by-wire helm.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176069/image/large-98d326b545e514386ec973807e53fb8d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176069">The mainsail and blade headsail is designed to be hoisted within minutes, according to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>. Speeds of over 20 knots can easily be reached and the Apex 850 will exceed the speed of the wind in most conditions, says <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">McKeon</a>. An energy-efficient power management system means that the Apex 850 remains eco-friendly even when cruising under power. Load-following generators ensure that no energy is wasted as a battery bank absorbs any unused power for later use. A Silent Mode can be activated at night to further reduce noise and exhaust pollution.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176076/image/large-51f9e174fce0cd9bab9284eceb0f2eb3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176076">Among three projects currently under construction at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> is the 59.7-metre project <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman turns sailing yacht Project 404 (2020-09-07 12:00:00 +0200)">404</a>, also designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm McKeon</a>.&nbsp;

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Apex 850 sailing yacht concept by Royal Huisman and Malcolm McKeon

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An ambitious collaboration between Royal Huisman and Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design has delivered the new Apex 850 sailing yacht concept. 

Apex 850: Royal Huisman’s new 85m McKeon super sloop

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Archipelago Yachts (Company)">Archipelago Yachts</a> has uncovered the details of the latest addition to their range: a 24-metre explorer yacht by the name of Archipelago 80.Characterised by a sleek simplicity, sophisticated interiors, and a notably shallow one-metre draft optimal for coastal and reef exploration, this new vessel is a product of the company’s “commitment to delivering exceptional experiences on the water”, explained Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Archipelago Yachts (Company)">Archipelago</a>, Dr Stephen Weatherley. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311326/image/large-34800d336a213918bb0e5df2ce627e59.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311326">Inside the yacht’s detail-oriented, high-quality interiors, which are flexible depending on the requests of her future owner, the Archipelago 80 is capable of hosting as many as 12 guests onboard, making her ideal for a trip with friends and family. A lavish, open-plan saloon with a bar and day galley are found inside, serving as a central social hub for those onboard to relax, chat, and take in picturesque panoramic views.&nbsp;When it comes to her accommodation, Archipelago 80’s staterooms are customisable, and their layout is contingent on her owner’s wishes, while the wheelhouse can be used as an adaptable entertainment space, featuring a bar and seating arrangement on its shaded balcony. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311329/image/large-da1a7330b6004536c5d68ed4995d7726.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311329">A standout aspect of Archipelago 80 is the presence of a vast working area, complete with tie-down points, found on her cockpit that can either be used to safely store expedition gear or superyacht toys. However, if desired, the cockpit space can also be dedicated to leisurely activities including sunbathing, lounging, game fishing, or alfresco dining. Furthermore, high bulwarks surround the sides of the cockpit area so that guests and crew alike are held to a high standard of safety throughout navigation. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311327/image/large-e64f0d1d72bc8223e7212ac272490f97.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311327">In terms of the yacht’s bow, there is an optional davit-style crane for easily transporting RIBs, Jet Skis, or other equipment, in and out of the water. Additionally, Archipelago 80 presents the choice of integrating a Jacuzzi into its structure, as well as the option to deploy a paravane kite for lower fuel consumption.&nbsp;Further environmentally friendly elements of the design are made possible through the yacht’s spacious roof area, which has the potential to accommodate solar panels, or alternatively, provide extra storage space facilitated by the knuckle boom crane.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311325/image/large-74c66319b79eb899650862b5db012546.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311325">Performance-wise, Archipelago 80, which has a beam of 11-metres, is able to reach a top speed of 28 knots.&nbsp;“The vessel was designed for a visionary owner who shares our passion for pushing the boundaries of boating. I am very excited to see this project come to life and welcome the customer onboard for some unforgettable journeys at sea,” Dr Stephen Weatherley added. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311328/image/large-d1e58939e3e100d5e01496209a0d2768.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311328">

Archipelago Yachts unveils the 24m Archipelago 80 explorer yacht 

Archipelago Yachts has uncovered the details of the latest addition to their range: a 24-metre explorer yacht by the name of Archipelago 80. 



Introducing the new 24m Archipelago 80 explorer yacht

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Finn Berg Yacht Design (Company)">Finn Berg Yacht Design</a> has shared the renders of a new, cutting-edge yacht design: a 63.3-metre superyacht Project Eco-X, with unique features including an observation elevator, underwater viewing gallery, and onboard science station.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309979/image/large-9833487d83b3f822c33986e39967da0e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309979"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309987/image/large-329edb521e44adee7bf219f742ea1d06.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309987">At a spacious volume of 1,250 GT, the vessel is capable of accommodating up to 12 guests onboard, while separate accommodation is also available for up to 14 crew members. Furthermore, one of the yacht’s most striking elements is the inclusion of an onboard science station that hosts three scientists.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309978/image/large-b04ea3999e3e85f4c947802db273ba4d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309978">Boasting an “overall unique aesthetic” in the words of her designer, Project Eco-X’s Japanese-inspired undertone is evident inside her interior decor, particularly in the plush saloon. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309981/image/large-e802e3d94f9ee06ce64e5d1b0cf7351c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309981">The presence of eye-catching plant life married with colossal floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic views ensures that the cosy social hub containing interesting asymmetries consistently references nature, thereby achieving a pervasive theme of tranquillity throughout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309984/image/large-d40012d8cc27abc5ee01cad70ebc4c29.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309984">Not only that, but the wood-like aesthetic of the furnishings, complimented by a primarily ecru and beige colour palette, along with a coffee table that imitates a wicker basket, further augments a sensation of organic, natural materials.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309983/image/large-bd18c4200eaf083565aad31df330c53c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309983">Drawing inspiration from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>’s SeaXplorer design, Project Eco-X also features futuristic amenities such as an underwater viewing gallery where guests can calmly recline on sumptuous white sofas with a beverage in hand as they take in far-reaching views of passing sea life. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309980/image/large-5a0666c70d857b168372df1d2c433cd1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309980">Should those onboard want to expand their views even further into the horizon, they can also take to the impressive observation elevator that seamlessly connects to the yacht’s sleek, black exterior silhouette. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309977/image/large-3142419a8f95b68e56e4ab28e4a796b2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309977">In addition, a luxurious private owner’s deck allows guests to gaze out at the stunning surroundings from the comfort of a secluded balcony, equipped with two cushy armchairs and a coffee table that are perfectly suited to sun-kissed alfresco dining.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309986/image/large-77c2b338493c758482a74867068f08ed.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309986">Inside the palatial master’s suite, sliding glass doors as well as an expansive skylight flood the space, which is adorned in a variety of exotic vegetation, with plenty of natural light, paving the way for peaceful, meditative relaxation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309985/image/large-79866a9415db1ae9064a79e58147b148.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309985">With regards to her performance, this forward-thinking superyacht is powered by methanol fuel cells that permit her to reach a cruising speed of 14 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309982/image/large-bacb05371dd35fef6cb364a28da5c4a1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309982">

63m Project Eco-X yacht concept by Finn Berg 

Finn Berg Yacht Design has shared the renders of a new design: a 63.3-metre superyacht Project Eco-X with a unique observation elevator. 


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Project Eco-X: the 63m superyacht concept with an observation elevator 

Germany-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/120" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Drettmann Yachts (Company)">Drettmann Yachts</a> have released the renders of their latest design, the 50-metre superyacht Project B50, which features flexible amenities, perfect for those looking to either relax or stay active in various climates.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309531/image/large-73c1487c4b1efb8fad978fc5d841456a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309531">With a volume of 499 GT, a beam of 9.3-metres and a draft of 2.6-metres, Project B50 can accommodate up to 12 guests across her opulent staterooms, while separate accommodation is also available for as many as nine crew members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309532/image/large-cff4f6fce6ce41fd2b9a5cd6e8d42942.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309532">&nbsp;A continuous stream of windows and along the sides of B50’s exterior silhouette simultaneously provide an aesthetically pleasing sheen to her outside shape, and allow guests to take in far-reaching views from the comfort of the luxurious vessel. <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/938541618?share=copy" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> Beside an outdoor cinema with windbreakers for cosy movie nights, the yacht is decked out with a chic, C-shaped beige sofa, piled with yellow and green embroidered cushions around a coffee table, making it a convivial focal point for socialising.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309533/image/large-399860bc0c5576af428579b07f75063e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309533">Further socialising is also omnipresent throughout the palatial yacht’s design, especially when it comes to outdoor lounge areas for alfresco dining as well as catching some rays, and the eye-catching infinity Jacuzzi located on the forward deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309528/image/large-cea41b93cf59c6aee2b5c66c5d618683.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309528"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309525/image/large-5f624c6b1d2b6c8c0b5f1cdcda789ac0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309525">Throughout the interior spaces, a warm-toned colour palette, paired with textiles including marble in shades of black and beige, alongside both dark and light wood finishings create a varied, sensory living experience for those onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309524/image/large-7e5f24b5ee9c4fd1d2a1e0f743fceba0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309524">Moremore, besides boasting an exclusive owner’s deck with a personal Jacuzzi and lounge for a private touch, Project B50’s lavish master stateroom is constructed with 270-degree panoramic views for a constant immersion with the stunning sea backdrop. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309529/image/large-7cd75b644bf631ef5ceb67f7ccf454d9.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309529">Additional immersion with water and surrounding atmosphere can also be had on the 12 square-metre freshwater pool complete with drop-down platforms, which is situated on Project B50’s versatile main-deck aft.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309526/image/large-754c6981af04937cee004e092449e9ad.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309526">Not only that, but guests can also get their blood pumping in the well-appointed gym which is equipped with a drop-down balcony, as well as through water sports, thanks to the superyacht’s side garage that is suitable for storing a 6.2-metre Tender and Jet Ski.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309530/image/large-9084ea945916d35d7cd1ec9141e1cc72.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309530">Performance-wise, Project B50 will have a breezy top speed of 14 knots along with a 4,500 nautical mile range.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309527/image/large-f78fdfdd33149cc6d453c04ee0d62d79.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309527">

50m yacht Project B50 designed by Drettmann Yachts 

Germany-based Drettmann Yachts have released the renders of their latest design, the 50-metre superyacht Project B50. 



Video: Introducing the 50m superyacht Project B50 by Drettmann Yachts 

Renders of the 40-metre yacht concept K by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7656" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miminat Designs (Company)">Miminat Designs</a> have been unveiled, exhibiting the show stopping elegance and opulent amenities offered onboard this pioneering vessel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308867/image/large-a5a819d03e7b1568f4ef05f89fca013a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308867">Hailing from the drawing boards of British-Nigerian designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7656" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miminat Designs (Company)">Miminat Shodeinde</a>, further interiors are due to be revealed in the second half of 2024, after the yacht was commissioned in 2022.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308868/image/large-9dcfc3133c7ff4fd7e6c89df095feeae.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308868">In terms of her accommodation, at a volume of 300 GT, the vessel includes an owner’s suite on the main deck, while a lavish VIP stateroom can be found below deck. There are also three double or twin staterooms available, and crew quarters suitable for hosting up to six crew members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308873/image/large-71bdb998bbdeceb685eb78ebcdd8069e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308873">The yacht K’s exterior, which was also penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7656" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miminat Designs (Company)">Shodeinde</a>, a glossy, black profile with sharp edges projects a sense of understated glamour as well as stealthy athleticism on the water. A glass-covered atrium to the front of the saloon, and the extended beach club with swimming pool to stern, elevate the exterior spaces to a turnkey standard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308872/image/large-5f5b3109ece0608a954e07fd2c62fb75.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308872">In terms of K’s interior design, this “moving art” is characterised by high ceilings, unrestricted, lofty areas with a largely black colour palette that reflects the same luxurious mystery and darkness as her outside silhouette.&nbsp;Even so, pops of ecru suede-like fabric and honey-yellow jute throughout the seating areas give the yacht’s indoor social hubs a multidimensional, sensory quality.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308874/image/large-78574d756b01ebb9cfc59b455ac62ee8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308874">Moreover, K’s height ceilings are set to be lined with ceramic-composite panels in contrastingly light shades, replicating the form of a classic Japanese tatami mat. Each of the yacht’s unique furniture pieces will be crafted in-house at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7656" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miminat Designs (Company)">Shodeinde</a>’s London-based studio.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308871/image/large-bd5c4786ad924f9aeee806167f859f70.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308871">Above the formal dining table surrounded by expansive, geometric windows for a sea view, is an eye-catching lighting fixture that marries both stylish minimalism and playful distinctiveness, while a modern, rugged sculpture serves as the saloon’s statement piece.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308870/image/large-5605f8e0e7e5e6272cc7da3172d519d2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308870">“A lot of what I do stems from Japanese design philosophy, as I often centre on space, simplicity, harmony, and the natural elements,” Shodeinde explained.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308869/image/large-90002a83752e3b48bbcbebecacba5faf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308869">Further entertainment can be found while basking in the blissful outdoors onboard the yacht K, as her exterior spaces offer a variety of seating options, including a fire pit situated on the bow.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308866/image/large-0c37bb4cb403f59a075cff806ee46bcb.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308866">In addition, a generous outdoor Infinity pool flanked by sumptuous lounge chairs means guests can take in the dreamy, uninterrupted views from the comfort of sunshine and warm water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308865/image/large-93733c068e3ffcf9259afd95767f8853.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308865">Performance-wise, there are a variety of engine options available, however, K’s expected cruising speed is 16 knots and her top speed is 25 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308864/image/large-44642868139cce719f0251f4d6fa00f2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308864">

40m yacht concept K designed by Miminat Designs 

Renders of the 40m yacht concept K have been unveiled, exhibiting the show stopping elegance offered onboard this pioneering vessel. 

Introducing the 40m superyacht concept K designed by Miminat Designs 

France-based studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7647" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PH Design (Company)">PH Design</a> has revealed the inner workings of a forward thinking design: the 38-metre explorer yacht Orion XPLR 38, which strives to serve as an ideal vessel for “the adventurer in a tuxedo” to take on wild seas. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308422/image/large-d3061d0f489584b2aee08b593f226be4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308422">Robust and muscular, Orion XPLR 38’s exterior profile boasts forward-facing lines, clear-cut “shoulders” that shield the contrastingly open, exposed deck spaces found on her stern, and is designed to perform regardless of weather conditions and changing seasons.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308423/image/large-e3a5ef70c5bca874bbb234a0c9783adc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308423"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308424/image/large-d1b02c4bba899c11897a2c563c1922e2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308424">With the notion of “duality” being the main inspiration for her exterior silhouette, a “dual aspect is shown by two-toned paint—bronze for the comfort and black for the technical areas, where the toys are displayed on the upper deck,” commented designer Pierre-Hugues Vallin.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308415/image/large-32b43f9f6e9b6d39b0b8960efb16e00c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308415">Inside the fiercely athletic exterior, the yacht, which has a volume of around 380 GT and a beam of up to 8.6-metres, is capable of accommodating as many as 12 guests across a six stateroom configuration, as well as nine crew members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308432/image/large-97bd93d0e92adff17af936b3fe993ec1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308432">Besides boasting a sumptuous full-beam owner’s suite on the main deck, complete with a private terrace, Orion XPLR 38 also features a full-beam VIP stateroom on the lower deck with an adjacent private saloon for a personal touch.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308428/image/large-7ec0d1e008fcf0756eb0465613898214.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308428">Upon entering the yacht, guests are greeted by an opulent exterior lounge area, where expansive sunpads and two plush sofas, paired with a bar, comprise a friendly social hub flanked by far-reaching views of the stern.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308429/image/large-63709a3cf120196bb9ead192519f7272.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308429">With sliding glass doors seamlessly marrying indoor and outdoor living spaces, the same relaxing, convivial atmosphere continues into the interior main saloon, in which a cushy white seating arrangement and marine-themed art installations create a nautical undertone, reminding those onboard that the sea is never far. Moreover, this well-lit saloon includes openings with expansive views that reinforce guests’ connection to the soothing nearby seascape.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308433/image/large-1ed422268587da31503d52b8923d7b48.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308433"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308431/image/large-0d8b63f847c40c08c2bbe90ed6bba370.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308431">Another standout feature found onboard Orion XPLR 38 yacht &nbsp;is her alluring sky lounge stocked with state-of-the-art technology for piloting sky or water-based drones, making fond memories with friends and family, or unwinding after an action-packed day. Depending on the owner’s customisation, a cosy Jacuzzi may also be added to this space for optimal luxury.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308410/image/large-d033184e4c63f40e4858f6d36e5d9d64.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308410"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308418/image/large-2ac4b503956ebafa0dbad2b3aef9ab9d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308418">Meanwhile, on the yacht’s sundeck, activities ranging from relaxation, festivities, or formal events can be had, thanks to the flexible bar and exterior kitchen space for guests to take in views with a cocktail or alfresco dining cuisine in hand. A lavish pool located forward, which is flanked by sofas for topping up on one’s tan, also allows for blissful, uninterrupted views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308427/image/large-432eaedca74b823471f082dcae1d46aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308427"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308412/image/large-387afacd34113c26be70fa1bc35fa45b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308412">According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7647" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PH Design (Company)">PH Design</a>, environmental consciousness was also a priority in the process of designing Orion XPLR 38. That is why the yacht, which features a full displacement hull composed of steel and an aluminium superstructure, contains a large solar panel on the sun deck that can charge batteries while in a harbour.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308426/image/large-9bb17586399eae9df262b34c1692629e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308426">Additionally, the hybrid vessel can cruise full electric for several nautical miles at a time, surviving solely on batteries for up to a few days while anchored, and is also constructed with Bio-based materials and natural fibres such as wood and bamboo panels.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308420/image/large-8beb30519976e5da2f96f1549ea6759b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308420">Furthermore, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7647" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PH Design (Company)">PH Design</a> aims to elevate guests’ experience by ensuring minimal noise, air pollution with the engines off, while achieving a more sustainable approach to yachting in the process. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308414/image/large-aff09f5f26bbec1aae7facff68f23061.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308414">

38m Orion XPLR yacht concept by PH Design 

PH Design has revealed the 38m explorer yacht Orion XPLR 38, which strives to serve as an ideal vessel for “the adventurer in a tuxedo”. 


Orion XPLR 38: The 38m yacht concept designed for “the adventurer in a tuxedo”

Dutch design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> has disclosed the details of their latest superyacht concept: a 60-metre explorer yacht, Project Supernova based on the extension and upgrade of the 54-metre sister ship of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2775" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cosmo Explorer (Company)">Cosmo Explorer</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4024" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="I Nova49.75m (163'3&quot;)Cosmo Explorer2013">I Nova</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308392/image/large-dac81ccd0c165f39e3c8f6121288fbdf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308392">Considering the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> team assisted with the 50-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4024" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="I Nova49.75m (163'3&quot;)Cosmo Explorer2013">I Nova</a> yacht, it is no surprise that their skillset was utilised a second time for the revamping of the second I Nova (Supernova 60) hull’s exterior and interior design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308386/image/large-b7f28eda3aeacd716ea306dcd506fc43.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308386">Tailor-made to suit an intrepid owner, the bespoke yacht needs to meet the demands of a client who “is always on the move and wants a yacht that can keep up,” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>’s co-creative director Marnix Hoekstra explained. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308395/image/large-7de7f4ccc36700180ecd0dcb9b918491.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308395">One of the most important additions to Project Supernova is her spacious beach club located on the lower deck aft, where fold-down platforms on either side provide hammocks while at anchor. Continuity from the beach club to the main deck aft is possible thanks to the clever inclusion of stepped access. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308391/image/large-438ea0196d5a51235851c4dc12cb75f8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308391">To fulfil the needs of her adventurous owner, Supernova features a fully-stocked dive centre, as well as an expansive helipad on the bridge deck aft complete with an integrated crane for transporting a large submersible or tenders. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308382/image/large-30f9120fbb35c426e58ed4cb76f6966f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308382">In order to further accommodate an active lifestyle, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> chose to leave plenty of room for two 12-metre containers to store expedition gear such as bicycles and cars, that can be used for island outings.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308389/image/large-a1ad14ed6db361163cccfa46d0410d40.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308389">Regarding her interior blueprint, the brief of “a contemporary take on classic America” was demonstrated through the presence of brooding dark wooden panelling, and a colour palette defined by greys, blues, and browns.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308394/image/large-bb6aa0ae756546b73446c2830fdfac60.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308394">Furthermore, luxurious bronze plating, invitingly soft leathers, oak furniture, stark architectural lines, and a playful use of texture throughout results in a simultaneously homey and “masculine feel”, as requested by the owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308398/image/large-aafb6d3d068b34cef93c7eb236f8a54c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308398">In addition, the owner wanted to feel as though he was “in touch with the sky, water and nature,” Hoekstra commented.This vision is reflected in the combination of colour and metal inserts with juxtaposition of light and dark materials. One of the most standout features is found in the plush main salon, where a hammered rock centrepiece beside the bar is paired with an extravagant calf skin bar topping.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308393/image/large-89f9f1fef6141d07e628ca4679e52196.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308393">Not only that, but the “man cave” ambiance is further augmented by the addition of a cigar lounge forward, along with a private office so that the owner can work while on the go.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308399/image/large-fcd7c19e453c9f61777f4e5eec665290.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308399">By steering almost entirely clear of doors, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> achieves an open-plan configuration resembling that of a loft apartment, so guests can thrive in a state of roomy, unrestricted comfort.&nbsp;The same “infinite feeling” is also emphasised by the double glass walkway on both sides of the vessel forward which means that those lounging in the main saloon are always able to take in stunning sea views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308397/image/large-8f70689c690018ac75b65615816cf2b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308397">In terms of her accommodation, there is a full-beam VIP situated on the main deck, and four guest staterooms on the lower deck, in which ensuite bathrooms boast marbling and sleek metal taps. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308396/image/large-50777f1facf27315a628d402ba4a1684.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308396">Guest socialising and entertainment can be hosted in a second dining room found on the bridge deck. Meanwhile, on the level above, an oval-shaped master suite allows private access to forward and aft decks, as well as an exterior fire pit, for an optimal sense of opulent privacy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308388/image/large-cd8051d2efb7dc7e590f9c0a736be0cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308388">When it comes to outdoor living areas, Supernova’s sundeck contains a Jacuzzi, bar, prime sunbathing spots, and an extensive panorama of views. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308390/image/large-a8f67171fa2e6652f6d4c887ccfdadd5.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308390">

60m Project Supernova yacht concept by Vripack

Dutch design studio Vripack has disclosed the details of their latest superyacht concept: a 60-metre explorer yacht called Project Supernova.

Introducing the 60m Project Supernova superyacht concept by Vripack

Originally announced as a new 100m+ project in April 2022, we are now able to share the first exclusive images of the 114.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3779" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dörries Yachts (Company)">Dörries Yachts</a> superyacht Arwen, previously known as Project ELF. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308296/image/large-df4294744c97837442d77082628b4eec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308296">Exterior and interior design is owed to US based design firm <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7641" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pindaros (Company)">Píndaros</a>, assisted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7642" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Champeau & Wilde (Company)">Champeau Wilde</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andy Waugh Yacht Design (Company)">Andy Waugh</a>. While naval architecture has been completed 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</a>. The yacht, which is due for launch in 2026 is set to be a head-turner, with a sleek and modern exterior design and a highly technological specification. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308298/image/large-7c04707c75fad849d570f771f9286cf4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308298">Her exterior features a sharp, inverted bow and her profile is punctuated by bow to stern glazing on the main and upper decks that will flood her interior with light. With a 4,950 GT of volume, Arwen features a spacious interior including an owner's stateroom of 290 square-metres and a 190 square-metre main saloon. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308297/image/large-5d68650fdb983669ec90639d1f76032a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308297">Top features aboard the yacht include a 20-metre swimming pool located on her main deck, 13.2-metres of which can be hydraulically raised, transforming the pool into a deck area that is ideal for entertaining guests. From swim platform, the swimming pool can be seen through its glass aft and mirrored stairwells on either side lead up to the main deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308307/image/large-d4fc95305687c48ade3e0ed1c59b3ed3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308307"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308301/image/large-21cf852c0471165d33bab0e0ea46c3d7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308301">The superyacht's main saloon features a 5.95-metre ceiling height and has been designed as a versatile club for entertaining. The styling is contemporary and warm and a mezzanine level offers access to the upper deck where the owner's suite is located. The owner's expansive suite includes a lounge, office, stateroom and twin bathrooms with adjoining dressing rooms. The owner's suite also has exclusive access to the foredeck which features a lounge and dining area. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308306/image/large-3a85d14dd397b6abd944f287eec19199.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308306"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308303/image/large-96391a2d498f1598934f05cb6b57ddb5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308303">Laurent Champeau, of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7642" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Champeau & Wilde (Company)">Champeau &amp; Wilde</a>, comments, "Arwen is a unique concept that is pushing the limits of technology in order to achieve a streamlined, yet rich design. Her fluid spaces use elegant materials that define a new approach to luxury. The rich contemporary design vocabulary is harmoniously developed throughout the boat from the bridge deck to the lower deck." <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308305/image/large-b9eaafed8d0238c9c76c0d0f400a4fec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308305"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308304/image/large-52b3e290a378698bd12072f07b33a3df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308304">In addition to the owner's suite, Arwen features six staterooms on the main deck, four doubles and two twins, each with a large ensuite bathroom. At the heart of the superyacht's design is a beautiful spiral staircase, located in a central atrium and offering access to the three main guest decks. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308299/image/large-34c5e922490d30b180f41e0164cbdef2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308299"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308302/image/large-cbafd3c3f7fb98eb99b440cb3b1dd8aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308302">On the lower deck, guests can enjoy the use of the spa, massage room, hair and makeup salon, sauna and steamroom. The lower deck is also home to tender storage amidships, as well as crew accommodation of 18 cabins. The captain's cabin is located on the bridge deck where there is also a helipad designed for a H135 helicopter.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308295/image/large-93237e61a3464911a821f2c7e50f8ce4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308295">When launched in 2026, Arwen will be among the largest superyachts in the world.&nbsp;

Superyacht Arwen by Dörries

First images of the 114m Dörries superyacht Arwen. 

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Exclusive: Unveiling 114m in-build Dörries superyacht Arwen

With construction of the 34-metre yacht Project 111.11 nearing completion at the Netherlands-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk</a> shipyard, recently unveiled renders exhibit the practicality and Moon-inspired aesthetics of the vessel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287124/image/large-9360dc84782eb7fd76385bfbcd5df75a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287124">Due to be delivered in 2024, the custom yacht Project 111.11 features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Guido de Groot Design (Company)">Guido de Groot</a>, while her interiors are derived from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6544" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Carla Guilhem (Company)">Carla Guilhem</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287123/image/large-ac476ae34701314195cddc10d5fabb3a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287123">The US-based designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6544" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Carla Guilhem (Company)">Carla Guilhem</a> was reportedly given free reign of the yacht’s lavish interiors, as the clients informed her, “‘You have carte blanche to do whatever you want, Carla; let us see some reference images at the start and then you lead the way with your imagination,’ they said. It’s everything a designer wants to hear,” Guilhem recalled.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287116/image/large-9a08089cf2c4e22f43d68668bf956e1d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287116">One truly custom aspect of Project 111.11’s indoor living spaces is the asymmetrical lounge, and an additional beam that gives way to a full-beam master suite located on the main deck complete with a spacious walk-in wardrobe.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287118/image/large-8d681f9777d897fc3674a2be9d2483c4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287118">Furthermore, four comfortable ensuite staterooms, including two twin staterooms and two VIP amidships with personal desk stations, ensure a comfortable stay for the remaining guests onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287119/image/large-610981d2cd638ab109cde10d08413e48.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287119">Guilhem drew inspiration from images of both the Moon and Mars, which is especially evident in the oval shape of the windows, star-like lighting fixtures, and the loose furniture that give the impression of an aerial, floating atmosphere. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287114/image/large-bf9eb784e7ba52b717511b5ce1dab1a1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287114">Among the vessel’s centrepieces is the palatial, futuristic main saloon, where brightly coloured plants, softly spherical sofas and armchairs, unique sculptures, and a formal dining area flanked by floor-to-ceiling windows compose a welcoming social hub.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287112/image/large-6b733dd854488ef7d2603174046dafcc.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287112">The same style of rounded, ecru-coloured furniture can be found in the yacht’s equally comfortable bridge deck saloon, where an array of vegetation and geometric coffee tables convey a connection to modernity as well as nature.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308335/image/large-f7c8148eee66dfd62f59e1f8ff4fb6be.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308335">The unexpected use of geometry extends to every detail of the yacht, down to her luxurious bathrooms equipped with asymmetrical or oval-shaped mirrors and fashionably monochromatic marble.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308336/image/large-8ed61a27af5df155d0bbab1a89e51b2b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308336"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287122/image/large-02e243cbef00c937792da1abcc1fa3b0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287122">When it comes to Project 111.11’s accommodation, a colour palette defined by crisp whites, creams, and beiges, state of the art entertainment systems, along with overhead lighting arranged in the thematic oval-formation, provide staterooms with an opulent yet practical feel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287120/image/large-802828aa80e7c9b903ac65a243986842.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287120">In addition, the VIP staterooms’ contemporary, cream-coloured desk areas overlook an expansive sea view ideal for quiet concentration or contemplation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287117/image/large-eca8ded6c133ac20bb8ebb7dfd08c5be.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287117">According to designer Guido de Groot, the yacht’s angular exterior silhouette reflects the client’s penchant “for straight lines, with all angles pointing in the same direction going forward”. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308326/image/large-9fa9eeb36f14256a724dd465e27f8ce3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308326">Moreover, “four decks on a 34-metre yacht is no small feat and every deck has its own specific requirements. The choice to have a chase boat rather than an onboard tender freed up space in the aft area for a fold-out platform and a lovely lazarette entertainment area with room to store jet-skis and a gym,” De Groot added.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287126/image/large-cc136b36471bc6c8dd68774c5bb6be85.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287126"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287128/image/large-df9f6b10158c1ab5cb4a56efff59ceb8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287128">This collaborative creation is currently beginning to manifest at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk</a> yard, and is expected to be delivered to her owner in the third quarter of this year. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308327/image/large-ca88b5c9f1eb1be987c1541486eb37dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308327">

 New interior renders of 34m Van der Valk yacht Project 111.11 

With construction of the yacht Project 111.11 already underway, new renders exhibit the Moon-inspired aesthetics found within her interiors.

New interior renders of 34m Van der Valk yacht Project 111.11 unveiled 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a> has unveiled the renderings for a 74.85-metre superyacht concept, the XP75. Based on a client brief, the XP75 is a mature project that is ready to start construction. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308130/image/large-73457e5a935e69543c9814c09b9c1d83.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308130">The XP75 yacht features engineering from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Naval Architects</a>, and comes complete with a 200-page specification document. This advanced design and planning allows for the concept to begin building immediately.&nbsp;The XP75 yacht is characterised by a rugged and masculine exterior design, with gently inclined windows. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a>’s trademark design shines through, with clean and refined exterior lines, and chamfered edges.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308124/image/large-d993bd43681ad201eb5b32f04693b6d3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308124">Her Z-shaped fashion plates have been placed exactly amidships to maintain the between her fore and aft, while her upper deck gives the illusion of floating. Her dark-painted bridge and sundeck also have a reduced height to create a low and sleek profile on the water.“A key word when we were designing the XP75 was flexibility,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a> project manager Martino Majno. “She is an Ice Class yacht designed to operate in temperatures from -20 °C to 40°C, she is just as at home in the Arctic as in the Caribbean.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308129/image/large-edb0b85f609c587d3a952abf6eb7f854.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308129">The XP75 yacht has been designed to ensure operational efficiency and reduce fuel consumption. She features special double glazing, which reduces heat transfer and her engine cooling water is recycled.&nbsp;The main saloon of the XP75 yacht features floor-to-ceiling windows, which illuminate the room and highlight her three metre ceiling. However, the centre-piece of the room is her aquarium, which provides an eye-catching display for guests. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308126/image/large-2fc572551302d4c2d43920bcfec2f4af.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308126">The XP75 yacht can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests, as well as a crew of 24, with five guest staterooms on her main deck forward. Her foremost VIP suite can also be divided by sliding panels to create an extra ensuite stateroom. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308123/image/large-8e7ec49fcc0ef75e57f55ba87d12393e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308123">The upper deck of the XP75 yacht is dedicated to the owner and features a forward-facing stateroom with an island bed. The suite benefits from 180 degree views, as well as a hot tub on her private deck forward. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308131/image/large-b22dba42bb0fca8b23e57efc34c7c5c2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308131">The lower deck forward is dedicated to the galley, crew mess and accommodation, with two side platforms allowing for use between the guests starboard and crew to port. Her beach club includes a sauna, beauty salon and hammam and sunken bar underneath the pool on the main deck, while three fold-down platforms increase the space to 185 square-metres. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308125/image/large-0a269d78ebc2dd45cc3ef4273d3055af.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308125">Her main deck includes a pool with a base that can be raised, so the 273-square-metre aft deck also doubles as a helipad. Further forward and protected by a sunroof that slides out of the deckhead, is a sunken seating area, bar, DJ console and open-air cinema.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308128/image/large-93233cd40a37a6e98f29fbfab5c491c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308128">A key feature of the XP75 yacht is her skylounge on the upper deck aft, which features a projector for use as a cinema room. Her foredeck also doubles as a touch-and-go helipad when the yacht is at anchor, thanks to a telescopic mast and covered mooring deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308122/image/large-abcc8040ddf16a42da0a069d88d2dab5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308122">The wheelhouse on the bridge deck is designed for maximum visibility in ice conditions with a walk-around integrated <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kongsberg Maritime (Company)">Kongsberg</a> console and a Portuguese bridge. Thanks to the overhanging deckhead below, the owner’s private foredeck is completely invisible from the bridge. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308127/image/large-1f2a301336b0d73340ec12f9eee3569c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308127">The sundeck of the XP75 yacht measures 75 square-metres and is virtually invisible when the yacht is viewed in profile. Also situated on this deck is a third pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by sunpads and cosy corner seating shaded by umbrellas. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308121/image/large-6d2df66a8774c0fa2c471d6342af868b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308121">The technical spaces of the XP75 yacht have been designed to allow for diesel-electric or hybrid propulsion with batteries, with the aim of reducing the yacht’s environmental impact, saving fuel and increasing range.

Nauta Design unveils 75m superyacht concept XP75

Nauta Design has unveiled the renderings for a 74.85-metre superyacht concept, the XP75.

XP75: The 75m superyacht concept with 2 helipads and 3 pools from Nauta Design 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6859" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="BAZ Yacht Design (Company)">BAZ Yacht Design</a> has unveiled the renders of their new trailblazing project: a 49.5-metre environmentally friendly superyacht called KAI. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307739/image/large-a6f74dc6665701412921e68cf8b24362.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307739">With a volume of 499 GT, the superyacht is capable of hosting as many 10 guests as well as nine crew members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307744/image/large-df63eb0ca7b947ebd526760966a95350.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307744">From an outside perspective, the yacht sports a sleek, achromatic exterior silhouette, while her submarine anchor and mooring platform marries practicality with aesthetic sophistication. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307742/image/large-e74d4e5d63a1af31f4ea61947bea7b1f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307742">In terms of her accommodation, KAI features an owner’s deck complete with a panoramic ensuite and separate office and lounge areas for maximal privacy.&nbsp;These blissful areas also allow for easy access to the private open decks containing an open air cinema, bar, and golf practice space.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307745/image/large-f359e90be7128563dc2cc169d7319cf5.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307745">For the remaining guests four extravagant VIP guest staterooms can be found on KAI’s lofty main deck, which integrates the tranquillity of the surrounding nature with the comfort of indoor living. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307740/image/large-38669ad4bf13141a0c0f6655b638fe83.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307740">Luxurious amenities are also available in the form of an underwater observatory lounge, with an optional gym and spa or cinema and game room for fun filled social activities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307748/image/large-a644cbd815ec0b6aff48b22495135048.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307748">In addition, guests can take a plunge in the seawater pool located on the vessel’s 125-square-metre extended beach club, which features a lift with an up-down system so the yacht's RIB tender can easily enter the water, or otherwise be stowed on the raised platform during long cruises. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307743/image/large-3054314bbe48ab7a634fea203ca0b76f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307743">Regarding KAI’s performance, her twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines propel her to a cruising speed of 14 knots, while Quantum stabilisers ensure a smooth sailing ride. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307749/image/large-fd2215fc2393cf8e9a7e9422878c67f4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307749">Alternatively, those onboard can enjoy the peaceful option of eco silent cruising at a calmer speed of 5.5 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307741/image/large-c5e867fa3873e50b3fbcdee78ec445bb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307741">

New 50m superyacht Project Kai by BAZ Yacht Design 

BAZ Yacht Design has unveiled the renders of their new trailblazing project: a 49.5-metre environmentally friendly superyacht called KAI. 


Introducing the new 50m superyacht Project KAI by BAZ Yacht Design 

With a history spanning back over 12 decades, the 54.34-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1285" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Townsend & Downey (Company)">Townsend &amp; Downey</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.34m (181'7&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a> is an iconic piece of maritime heritage. Currently on the market with Bobby McDougall of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4658" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mediterranean Yachts (Company)">Mediterranean Yachts</a>, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/shenandoah-of-sark/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Shenandoah of Sark, for sale</a>, offers the opportunity to own a timeless vessel that combines classic elegance, with modern amenities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312962/image/large-f8eeb639d5321c6084175a9d06aafbda.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312962">Commissioned under the name Shenandoah by one of the richest bankers in America, Charles Fahnestock, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sailing/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sailing yacht for sale</a> was built by US-builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1285" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Townsend & Downey (Company)">Townsend &amp; Downey</a> in 1902. Alongside maritime designer Theodore Ferris, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.34m (181'7&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a> was inspired by a similar yacht Meteor III, which was owned by the German Emperor and King of Prussia, Kaiser Wilhelm II.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312968/image/large-00200cd01c691f1b44dcdc4a7994f335.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312968"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.34m (181'7&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a> has continued to turn heads over the years, as she has played host to many glamorous parties along France’s Cote D’Azur and the Amalfi coast in Italy. She has been well-maintained by her owners, with a restoration by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/878" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McMullen & Wing Ltd (Company)">McMullen &amp; Wing</a> of New Zealand taking place from 1994 to 1996 and further refits in 2004, 2009, 2016 and 2019.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229366/image/large-3d0675fba9e1a1015d9209dad7a13b18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229366">The majestic schooner <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> currency boasts an interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Terence Disdale Design (Company)">Terence Disdale</a>, while still capturing the allure of the Golden Age of Yachting. Her interior design evokes the opulence and elegance of classical yachts, to create an ambiance of refinement and sophistication onboard.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The history of the elegant 120-year old schooner Shenandoah of Sark (2022-06-08 12:30:00 +0200)">The history of the elegant 120-year old schooner Shenandoah of Sark</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229330/image/large-e91e743e760b3b8ebb12201709857b74.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229330">The full-beam main saloon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.34m (181'7&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a> includes timeless bookshelves with railings, which span the length of her walls, with portholes windows and classical painting providing a traditional nautical charm. However, the star of the space is her classic mini Steinway piano, which is illuminated by the natural flow of light from her overhead skylights. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229329/image/large-1b541e2a772e8cbfcd68d377d421fa4f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229329">An L-shaped cream sofa stretches across the room, with state-of-the-art loudspeakers, a TV, and communications systems ensuring guests are able to enjoy present-day amenities. A versatile gimbal dining table with seating for up to eight also allows guests onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.34m (181'7&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a> to fully relax and unwind for formal meals, with the ability to compensate for the waves with moving slats.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229333/image/large-c8da9815848441d7701d8fd7c93276f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229333"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229331/image/large-de94aca851bffaac02e6c6bad74de5e1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229331"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.34m (181'7&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a> is adorned with beautiful Oregon pine hardwood flooring and Padauk African wood borders, which complement her wood ceilings and brass features. The overall feeling of class, taste and the fineries of life is portrayed throughout the vessel, creating a sense of unparalleled luxury.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313236/image/large-89156281061c52030bbea511a9db8c91.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313236"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313233/image/large-5804280c638e018f017e1771f46bf36d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313233"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.34m (181'7&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 11 guests across a five stateroom configuration, with her full-beam master stateroom showcases a double bed and a single bed, three large wardrobes, and a large ensuite bathroom, with his-and-her sinks. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313237/image/large-32b3566124a779bd4d50168d31fbf299.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313237"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229338/image/large-9afc65aa7c0ebfdcdbe75d5861b7865e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229338">Her second/aft mast, or mizzenmast, uniquely flows through the hallway in her master stateroom, running all the way down to her keel and providing the room with a lot of character. The space also has a secret door behind the bookshelves, which leads to her captain’s quarters and navigation station. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229356/image/large-abccb2815b71cf22a645a2ce9a36b960.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229356"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229345/image/large-1b3a75fbeb3bb4e873b20c574e6836c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229345">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/townsend-downey/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Townsend &amp; Downey yacht for sale</a>’s additional staterooms include three double staterooms, with one of the staterooms having a detachable single bunk. Each of these staterooms has a private ensuite bathroom and music system installed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229384/image/large-3f8765ea11c0871aea4c27ae5b269c47.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229384"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229382/image/large-6ebe076ddb6a82e9b204e7c803df9b49.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229382">For meals, guests onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.34m (181'7&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a> have the option of dining at the formal interior dining table or alfresco in the cockpit. The cockpit not only provides panoramic views of the ocean, but includes a foldable table and walls of glass and awnings, which can be put down to provide more ventilation. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312952/image/large-81bad8f186ab469dc220a5fc1d9292fa.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312952">Her exterior teak decks complement her brass features, with three points of access to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.34m (181'7&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a>'s interior. In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.34m (181'7&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a> is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1633" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lugger (Company)">Lugger</a> 500 horsepower engines, providing her with a cruising speed of nine knots and a top speed of 12 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312969/image/large-f848fcdea2624117c9fb502b76595c3e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312969"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.34m (181'7&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a> is currently in Valencia, Spain.&nbsp;

54m Townsend-Downey superyacht Shenandoah of Sark back on the market 

Currently on the market with Bobby McDougall of Mediterranean Yachts, we take a look onboard the 122-year old sailing yacht Shenandoah of Sark.

The 42.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> J Class super sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/384" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hanuman42.1m (138'1&quot;)Royal Huisman2009">Hanuman</a> has arrived for a refit at the Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman Shipyard</a>. Based on the design of the 1937 built J-Class designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Charles E. Nicholson (Company)">Charles E. Nicholson</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/384" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hanuman42.1m (138'1&quot;)Royal Huisman2009">Hanuman</a> was launched in 2009 and she has been a regular staple on the international regatta scene. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313431/image/large-615ba73b6bd63dc55ac0386bbb685e96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313431">“Although the shipyard mainly does new-build motoryachts, it has completed refit works in the past, including not only its own models but also, for example, a 30-metre motoryacht,” says Tim Wedzinga, Refit Manager at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman Shipyard</a>. “Refit is an area we are really looking to expand, as what we can offer is second to none – and having <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/384" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hanuman42.1m (138'1&quot;)Royal Huisman2009">Hanuman</a>, an iconic J Class sailing yacht, arrive for extensive works shows just what we can do.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313432/image/large-8a18c33347f6099745ee81c57f0834f7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313432"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313435/image/large-3abecf315c855a4a339c07cb526c787e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313435"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/384" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hanuman42.1m (138'1&quot;)Royal Huisman2009">Hanuman</a> arrived in the Netherlands at the end of April, and after the rig was stepped and the yacht was carefully loaded onto a transport barge, she arrived at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman</a>’s Meppel yard at the end of May for the full programme of works to begin. “The idea of the refit started with the need to replace the teak decks, but that has expanded to include something in every area of the yacht,” Wedzinga explains. “We will be installing a whole new air-conditioning system, new fridge freezer systems, upgrading the hydraulic system, replacing some interior floor soles, moving some deck hardware to more optimal positions, varnishing wood elements, and painting the underwater body and the topsides.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313434/image/large-500a5e4d75bb27ec5a3a360c68b17f15.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313434"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313433/image/large-0f2b58fb2936192ed67309f18069df53.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313433">According to the team at Holterman, the refit is due to take place over the coming seven months. The shipyard has had to make amendments to their sheds to accommodate the yacht and have already begun on the first stage of the refit which includes un-mounting the rudder, removing 500 pieces of deck hardware, and stripping the old deck down to the bare aluminium.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313430/image/large-3888af9135d708e706baefafe0144344.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313430"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313429/image/large-e890b83441037c421095ed73ba5aa8b4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313429">

J Class yacht Hanuman refit

The 42m J Class sailing yacht Hanuman has arrived at Holterman Shipyard.

J Class sailing yacht Hanuman arrives at Holterman for refit

With the anticipated Mediterranean charter Season officially arriving, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/206" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachting Partners International (Company)">Yachting Partners International (YPI)</a>, the world-class full-service yacht brokerage with over 50 years of experience, is excited to spotlight the 81.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoMEA81.8m (268'4&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2015">RoMEA</a>, an exceptional member of its growing charter fleet. This prestigious German-built superyacht is ready to take guests to explore Turkey's sun-drenched cruising grounds. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312775/image/large-f25b05eb78041bf72b68d4d5e2677734.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312775">Delivered by the esteemed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> in 2015 and recently refit in 2021, RoMEA is a yacht that stands out from the crowds. Harrison MacManus, Charter Manager of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoMEA81.8m (268'4&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2015">RoMEA</a>, comments: "Within the charter market for an <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> build, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoMEA81.8m (268'4&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2015">RoMEA</a> holds a unique and timeless structural build standing her apart from other Northern European luxury yachts.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312779/image/large-4d2e2df1ae4d6586338df7f72b5626ca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312779">The sleek exterior lines penned by the iconic British designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Terence Disdale Design (Company)">Terrence Disdale</a> retain the yacht's traditional character. Meanwhile, the award-winning designer was also responsible for the yacht's stunning high-end interiors, which boast over 180 different types of seamlessly integrated surfaces. Stonework, leather, glass, marble, and soft furnishings blend together, enhancing the luxurious atmosphere onboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312780/image/large-ca3da7e3e2e66d985e43dbab9a801b2c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312780">Stepping aboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoMEA81.8m (268'4&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2015">RoMEA</a> is reminiscent of a tranquil oasis, where <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Terence Disdale Design (Company)">Disdale</a>'s design philosophy of "a calm environment that entertains the eye as well as the mind" comes to life. The neutral palettes and warming tones accented by the carefully curated modern artwork and sculptures complete the inviting and peaceful aesthetics. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312781/image/large-f122a1bdd3f1a891b0a8ebe34f1e377a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312781">When it comes to accommodation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoMEA81.8m (268'4&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2015">RoMEA</a> can comfortably welcome up to 12 guests, configured in four lavish double staterooms and three twins, giving ultimate flexibility for all charter groups. Throughout the yacht, as well as contemporary furnishings, there is an impressive array of onboard facilities, and as Harrison notes: "<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoMEA81.8m (268'4&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2015">RoMEA</a>'s top-tier amenities ensure the ultimate comfort and luxury."&nbsp;These amenities span all elements of a luxury yacht charter, designed to cater to every desire and activity, ensuring guests enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment. The onboard spa, with a massage room and Finnish sauna, offers a menu of rejuvenating spa treatments, thanks to an onboard therapist. Harrison highlights the commitment to holistic wellness: "The onboard specialists such as personal trainers and masseuses enhance any itinerary with bespoke fitness programmes and spa treatments." On the sundeck, the ocean views are especially breathtaking at sunset, coupled with a soak in the Jacuzzi to help guests unwind further.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312783/image/large-380fb8cf26ff56642eb72e70562333dc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312783">No matter where you are on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoMEA81.8m (268'4&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2015">RoMEA</a>, you will always find inviting saloons, elegant lounges, and comfortable nooks ideal for relaxing. The yacht also boasts bespoke entertainment areas, including comfortable state-of-the-art media rooms and an alfresco panoramic cinema screen on the bridge deck. Here, another saloon is also found with ample seating areas, a chic black grand piano, and a games table. &nbsp;Guests wanting to make a splash in Turkish waters will have plenty to enjoy. Certified crew members oversee a vast inventory of toys and tenders for water-based fun; Harrison adds: "The watersports experts and certified instructors can facilitate a range of fun activities for guests." With options to suit everyone, from the leisurely activities of paddleboarding and kayaking to the more adrenaline-inducing Jet Ski excursions, Sea Bobbing, kitesurfing, and more. For families, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoMEA81.8m (268'4&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2015">RoMEA</a> caters to all ages at playtime with a variety of inflatables. All the toys are launched from the expansive swim platform and promise a range of adventures throughout the crystal-clear waters of Turkey. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312784/image/large-2f699a513bde19838964215707698325.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312784">Across the yacht's five decks, connected by an elevator, numerous dining areas provide endless opportunities. Featuring light deck furniture and various cushioned seating with retractable awnings, guests can comfortably relish a range of outdoor settings. Whether opting for a formal ambience or a more relaxed atmosphere, the dining spaces throughout the yacht are tailored to suit any preference. Guests can enjoy the main deck alfresco saloon or ascend to the semi-enclosed dining area on the upper deck, seamlessly bringing the outside in and enabling protection from the weather thanks to the sliding glass doors.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312778/image/large-1dd868626c2626315d651c938dc46396.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312778">Complementing the yacht's aesthetics and facilities is the dedicated and friendly crew of 25 professionals, helmed by the experienced duo of rotational Captains Martin Morris and Chad Niemann, who have over three decades of maritime expertise. Leveraging his expertise, Captain Morris tailors top-notch itineraries showcasing the highlights of Turkey.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoMEA81.8m (268'4&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2015">RoMEA</a>'s past charter success results from glowing reviews of all the crew onboard. From skilled engineers and gourmet chefs to the meticulous hospitality team, their commitment, attention to detail, and passion ensure memorable charter experiences.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312777/image/large-c677a96c3f483fb256157be5b9d607f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312777">Performance-wise, this oceangoing yacht can reach a top speed of 17 knots courtesy of the two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> diesel engines. With a range of 4,000 nautical miles, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoMEA81.8m (268'4&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2015">RoMEA</a> is excellently equipped for navigating Turkey's vast, diverse, and popular cruising grounds.&nbsp;Renowned for its crystal-clear waters and steeped in cultural and historical wonders, Turkey's Turquoise Coast is the ideal location to charter <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoMEA81.8m (268'4&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2015">RoMEA</a>. Arriving ashore in style with the yacht's limousine tender allows guests to effortlessly explore the range of activities here, from visiting fascinating ancient ruins like Ephesus and Bodrum to wandering the charming and bustling coastal towns of Marmaris and Antalya. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312774/image/large-a72a24443ec3de73adcd229e7a1293a5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312774">Harrison concludes: "The diverse landscapes, from picturesque beaches to rugged cliffs, create a perfect backdrop for a memorable yachting experience in Turkey."

Onboard yacht RoMEA with YPI

Onboard RoMEA: Discover the Turquoise Coast this summer with YPI 

The 29.26-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/9010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Don't Tell Mom 29.26m (95'12&quot;)Sanlorenzo2020">Don’t Tell Mom</a> is for sale with Boomer Jousma of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5077" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Yacht Group (Company)">The Italian Yacht Group</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> was delivered in 2020, as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> SD96 series. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220949/image/large-435dc26780e73dd39eb6565bf2f047f1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220949"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Don't Tell Mom 29.26m (95'12&quot;)Sanlorenzo2020">Don’t Tell Mom&nbsp;</a>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 penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5443" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Patricia Urquiola (Company)">Studio Patricia Urquiola</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>. She can accommodate up to 14 guests across seven staterooms, as well as five crew members, including the captain. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313357/image/large-692a2cc42ab9aeccbcf180102d19eecb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313357"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313362/image/large-7bb99d596e8f28d72b85f5439b78c434.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313362">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> showcases a contemporary saloon with an elongated L-shaped sofa. The use of dark-toned wooden flooring, contrasting with the neutrally toned ceiling, enhances the room’s homely atmosphere. Moreover, the expansive windows allow plenty of sunlight to flood the space, making it an ideal setting for guests to socialise.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313359/image/large-7f38fbb6e6d04f3ffd154a307090664b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313359"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313358/image/large-291c84bffaf69e118beb8e8a3ef1cb3d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313358"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241773/image/large-4e5f1f103ee23b0a5cd510568540c7d0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241773"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241774/image/large-11effde093c4e7d43e7cc6ea7e9b9293.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241774"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Don't Tell Mom 29.26m (95'12&quot;)Sanlorenzo2020">Don’t Tell Mom</a>’s master stateroom maintains the same design aesthetic found throughout the yacht. The lighter-toned wooden flooring combined with the neutrally-toned ceiling enhances the room’s elegance. Additionally, the sofa situated near the window provides an ideal place for the owner to relax in privacy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313356/image/large-33a6dbcb3f843ade06697913c80979ee.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313356"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241761/image/large-aa6f9794352ad2869f632e755f0fad49.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241761"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241760/image/large-cb01742c3760869af3ccf8291ab18e3b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241760">Regarding the exterior features of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/don-t-tell-mom/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Don’t Tell Mom for sale</a>, the sundeck offers ample lounging space for guests to soak up the sun and enjoy the unobstructed views. Additionally, this area can serve as either a lounge or an outdoor dining space, thanks to a convertible coffee table that can be adjusted to a dining table if desired.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241756/image/large-f7bf3db3d1b1990c92b49670360f3160.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241756"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241758/image/large-23cc6a8768ebfcc15746293fc4e3b5fb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241758">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sanlorenzo/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Sanlorenzo yacht for sale</a> has a GRP hull and superstructure. Performance-wise, she 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 gives her a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 19 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313361/image/large-189926a623de25d078dbc0a2e1a86cb9.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313361">

29m Sanlorenzo motor yacht Don’t Tell Mom is for sale

29m Sanlorenzo motor yacht Don’t Tell Mom is for sale with Boomer Jousma of The Italian Yacht Group

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> has announced the sale of the 23.99-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts (Company)">YYachts</a> Y8 sailing yacht, with Claudio Cozzi introducing the buyer. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313414/image/large-8e317e3c40fa1af1c0bca483ac29b765.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313414"> With a scheduled delivery for May 2025, after which the new owner will sail her to the Mediterranean for the summer. Y8 features exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts (Company)">YYachts</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2857" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Surge Projects (Company)">Surge Projects</a>. She can accommodate up to 10 guests onboard, across five staterooms.&nbsp;The new full carbon Y8 yacht presents several enhancements, including a wider stern and a mast positioned further aft, which together improve speed potential and safety. Notable standard features include a transverse garage, self-tacking jib, dedicated crew access, and a flat deckhouse with strategically placed windows. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313416/image/large-54fe2e3f3d48b8479c13b1796b568e1b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313416">Moreover, the interior volume will be increased by 20 percent compared to previous models, providing various layout options and improved balance, attributed to the engine room’s placement beneath the saloon floor.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313415/image/large-acdfd342c5232ca6bd2fec5b61b8dfa8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313415">TheY8 sailing yacht under construction will have a GRP hull and superstructure. Performance-wise, she will be powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6795" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nanni industries (Company)">Nanni industries</a> engines, which will give her a cruising speed of 9.5 knots and a top speed of 12.5 knots.&nbsp;

New-build 24m YYachts Y8 sailing yacht sold

Denison Yachting has announced the sale of the 23.99-metre YYachts Y8 sailing yacht, with Claudio Cozzi introducing the buyer.  

The 28.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ultraviolet28.1m (92'2&quot;)Sunseeker2013">Ultraviolet</a> has been sold in an in-house deal by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> yacht brokers Eugenio Cannarsa and Peter Redford representing both seller and buyer.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270840/image/large-0f03b75f333cd86c31b30656e5ec1a91.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270840"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ultraviolet28.1m (92'2&quot;)Sunseeker2013">Ultraviolet</a> features a complete design from her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> and was launched in 2013 under the name Spontaneous. She can accommodate as many as eight guests between four staterooms, alongside a crew of four. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270844/image/large-dc127e2bf2c5fe02d4f9a83d64e80c15.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270844"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270845/image/large-abd458aadfea23096f22962e39ad5f05.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270845">She has a saloon dining room with large floor to ceiling windows and a dining room on the starboard side. There is a helm station to the fore, with an additional helm station situated on the flybridge, which also features a bar, lounge area and dining table. There is also a Jacuzzi on the flybridge.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270854/image/large-d268b1a483708ef72f6e118844e93a91.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270854"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270855/image/large-c99d4248130893deeebeaf30d351bcb4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270855">The master stateroom is located on the lower deck, alongside the additional three staterooms, with a double and two twins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270852/image/large-db05e68e96ea13f329f08a380729946a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270852"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270853/image/large-e0807bb639d95af7f114a49cf01d2831.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270853">She features a full GRP hull and superstructure and 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 to a top speed of 25 knots and a cruising speed of 18 knots. She had a last known asking price of €2,660,000.

Sunseeker yacht Ultraviolet sold

The 28m Sunseeker motor yacht Ultraviolet has been sold.

Sunseeker 28m yacht Ultraviolet sold in-house

It’s not often that you meet an owner aboard their yacht during a boat show. It is even less often that they’re happy to sit down and talk about their yacht. A clear exception to that rule is Beth Hamilton, owner of the 43-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Overmarine Group SPA (Company)">Overmarine</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6872" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanctuary42.3m (138'9&quot;)Overmarine Group SPA2018">Sanctuary</a>, which Beth bought in the summer of 2022. Her first superyacht, Beth comes from the luxury hospitality industry and acquired <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6872" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanctuary42.3m (138'9&quot;)Overmarine Group SPA2018">Sanctuary</a>, previously Eva. 4Eva, as a second offering to the spectacular villa she owns on the Greek island of Spetses. Elysian Villa, which is a stone’s throw from Spetses old harbour, was acquired by Beth five years ago and has since become one of the island's most coveted destinations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313020/image/large-6bc0c2020f77489543e9ee9a0e469f6c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313020">&nbsp;While she was a sailor in her youth, it wasn’t Beth’s grand ambition to necessarily own a yacht, she explains; “My USP is that I am the owner, and I am hugely passionate about the success of the client experience, and once clients realise that, they often want to have a direct connection with me. We offer a full service experience, so I organise everything from their helicopter transfers, VIP transfers through the airport, right through to organising the rest of their trip – which often transpired to be a yacht charter.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312506/image/large-c83618ad5f554b7e991688e1812ab12a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312506">It was this final element that eventually encouraged Beth to acquire a yacht of her own, so that she could offer clients the yacht, and guarantee the same level of service and excellence as she offered at the villa. The yacht was bought, therefore, with charter in mind and Beth felt she could bring a unique offering to the Greek charter sector from a hospitality perspective, while utilising the existing client base from the Elysian Villa.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313022/image/large-0ab3f6ac6a4a5306e4901be12a06ca2f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313022">Utilising her own experiences as a yacht charterer, and that of her friends and clients, Beth began to build a list of requirements and to understand what charter clients today are looking for. “Clients today are getting younger and younger, they are entrepreneurs, with young families and they want to experience adventure on their holidays. Of course we also have clients who want the beach club experience and we can deliver on that, but what we are offering is that bit of excitement. We also noticed that crew are vital to the success of a charter and so we worked hard to recruit each member ourselves.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312524/image/large-b4d3f08c227992d36d41dc8c0a0b153c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312524"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312522/image/large-f77c913d89e2ae222b8b4f6ab89f681e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312522">Beth originally worked in the recruitment sector, running her own business prior to the acquisition of Elysian Villa, so she knows people and how to find the best candidates for the yacht. Beth explained that every member of the crew had been hand selected for the yacht, a process that she oversaw personally. “For me, skills can be taught,” she explains, “I can teach them how to deliver the service we expect, but you cannot teach personality, character and empathy, and these are the skills that set crew members apart. Chartering is all about people. Good service doesn’t need to be stuffy and formal, and the experience we offer onboard is based on what I believe these clients are looking for.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312534/image/large-2388cf9055fac5cc451f09c9a71d0777.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312534">It is not only the crew that elevates the guest experience however. While touring the yacht, Beth showed a number of gifts that are offered to guests each night, totalling an impressive 25 during the course of a one week charter. Beth adds, “I am obsessed with hotels and resorts and over the years we’ve been collecting ideas from the best travel experiences we have had. Onboard Sanctuary we offer a selection of gifts that are unique to the guests – from Oakley sunglasses for the men, to a hair care kit for the women. It becomes part of the week and we often find guests talking about the nightly turndown service at dinner in the evenings.” &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312537/image/large-8f1cd648db841cfa12167a2ca0dbbb04.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312537">When it comes to the yacht herself, the interior spaces and variety of on deck areas were key to the decision process. Making minor amendments to the deck arrangements, particularly removing a large table from the upper aft deck, Beth has opened up the boat and ensured that there are plenty of versatile areas for guests to enjoy. The yacht has a unique foredeck infinity pool that is a particularly popular area when coming into a bay, plus she has been fully equipped with all of the latest tenders and toys. Beth has also acquired a 14-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5744" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Anvera (Company)">Anvera</a> chase boat, which arrives this June, and which will support Sanctuary and offer another option particularly when taking guests on daily excursions to shore. The boat will also offer easier accessibility to older guests who sometimes struggle with boarding and disembarking from the superyacht at anchor. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312533/image/large-580240708ba27fde8ee4d22be73e1763.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312533">“When we were viewing yachts, we were looking for a particular feel. We wanted to find something that felt well built, bright and welcoming but also elegant and that could match the level of design that our guests from Elysian Villa expect. We toured a number of boats and some of them just felt cheap in terms of construction and interior outfitting. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6872" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanctuary42.3m (138'9&quot;)Overmarine Group SPA2018">Sanctuary</a> is a good-looking yacht, with lovely lines and she is really quiet when underway which is very important.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312507/image/large-630ab3f17fea60d0e4920ae31dab631c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312507">When it comes to Beth’s personal experience as a yacht owner, the transition has been an interesting one, partly because she has faced some resistance to getting so involved in the management of her yacht. “I realise that I am an unusual owner, but having a good captain and a good charter manager at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> has been a huge benefit. If there is one thing you have to have it’s an honest relationship with your team and crew and only that will enable you to create a really exceptional charter experience for your guests.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312510/image/large-fffc176526a164db2e1cd415fdb9b3d7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312510"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6872" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanctuary42.3m (138'9&quot;)Overmarine Group SPA2018">Sanctuary</a> is chartered in Greece and her captain has a huge wealth of experience. On his time off he explores the islands with a depth gauge to find new bays and hidden locations and to ensure that Sanctuary can anchor there comfortably, meaning he can squeeze the yacht into the most unexpected places. She also carries a Michelin star trained Greek chef, who ensures that the guests are eating the best and most local food available. Coming back to the crew, Anna Granlund, Head of Charter Management at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> adds, “The crew is really the heart of this yacht. International and highly skilled, they work as a team and blend together really well, offering the guests a level of service that I have rarely experienced aboard a yacht.” To find out more about Sanctuary, reach out to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> who are managing her charters in Greece this summer. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312505/image/large-4bf1c97ae62033dabf132c5b763a9afa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312505">

Beth Hamilton Sanctuary yacht

We sit down with yacht owner Beth Hamilton to hear about her yacht Sanctuary.

Owner insight: Beth Hamilton and her 43m superyacht Sanctuary

The 48.77-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/106" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Trinity Yachts, LLC (Company)">Trinity</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1059" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="No Bad Ideas48.77m (160'0&quot;)Trinity Yachts, LLC1999">No Bad Ideas</a>, previously named Lanida, is for sale with Ralph Raulin of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2529" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Worth Avenue Yachts (Company)">Worth Avenue Yachts</a>. Delivered in 1999, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> is in turnkey condition having recently completed a refit at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2067" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lauderdale Marine Center (Company)">Lauderdale Marine Center</a> in Florida.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313238/image/large-6cbe1f4771adb650c06c703d0e0cd86c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313238"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1059" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="No Bad Ideas48.77m (160'0&quot;)Trinity Yachts, LLC1999">No Bad Ideas</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/743" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Paragon Design (Company)">Paragon Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2365" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A La Mer, Inc. (Company)">A La Mer</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/109" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dee Robinson Interiors (Company)">Dee Robinson Interiors</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2365" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A La Mer, Inc. (Company)">A La Mer</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/106" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Trinity Yachts, LLC (Company)">Trinity Yachts</a>. Moreover, she can accommodate 12 guests across six staterooms, as well as 10 crew members, including the captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313241/image/large-e0e70771f3f9b4eaf7d380bee371036f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313241"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313255/image/large-bd5a8b1c652ea4ee706a3a54012e2568.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313255"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313254/image/large-284b49bed56b0911df1f4fabf6a9c09a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313254"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313253/image/large-15a53469ae091b9e5af3ea2d3099782d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313253">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> showcases a contemporary saloon with ample seating. Adjacent to the seating area is a dining space with a generously sized table that can accommodate 10 guests. The close proximity of the dining and seating areas makes it ideal for guests to transition to the seating area for a digestif after a meal.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313247/image/large-71fe8c7e878dae45a426b12ea84230db.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313247"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313248/image/large-924a68c687618fcdb62481a6436f6768.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313248"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313249/image/large-2cee42c6ec165e7d66f5e4ee4a64df3c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313249"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313251/image/large-4968cf6d1b0bfbdd2fea416dda76078d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313251"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1059" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="No Bad Ideas48.77m (160'0&quot;)Trinity Yachts, LLC1999">No Bad Ideas</a>’ accommodations include an on-deck master suite, an on-deck VIP staterooms, and four king staterooms below deck, two of which can be converted into twin staterooms.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313266/image/large-b452f160aba1889bf8b84c3dbe69ae43.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313266"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313265/image/large-cdff605d0a97c23ce548011bd1e07c81.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313265"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313264/image/large-43e55d8c1b46d28887eb58674cd3bd66.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313264"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313263/image/large-80bc05eb13d55d2bec37690036debdfa.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313263">Regarding the exterior features of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/no-bad-ideas-49m/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht No Bad Ideas for sale</a>, emphasis was placed on enhancing the outdoor spaces. This is evident in the expansive seating area forward of the bridge, which includes a fire pit, the redesigned flybridge with a spacious bar and a ten-person Jacuzzi, and the extended stern offering a remarkable water-level lounging area complete with a second ten-person Jacuzzi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313261/image/large-99c239f77211d4e26ce35b384c6c9933.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313261">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/trinity/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Trinity yacht for sale</a> has an aluminium hull and superstructure. Performance-wise, she is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, which gives her a cruising speed of 12.5 knots and a top speed of 22 knots. &nbsp;

49m Trinity superyacht No Bad Ideas for sale

The 48.77-metre Trinity superyacht No Bad Ideas is for sale with Ralph Raulin of Worth Avenue Yachts.

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> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="New Waves42.0m (137'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2015">New Waves</a> is now on the market. The motor yacht is offered on the market by <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>' sales advisor Maël Fiolet.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313367/image/large-407a79a3acf5d4cef205c780099ab4da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313367">Delivered in 2015, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/new-waves" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">New Waves yacht for sale</a> has been privately owned since her delivery and retained in very good condition. The yacht’s build quality and Italian design is evident in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini</a>’s streamlined exterior lines and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>’s tri-deck configuration. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313385/image/large-521b76115571a291c5164e77c55eb257.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313385"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313387/image/large-ea9c6dc58b9fb0e824c8f4de95a46dc6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313387">The layout is well suited to all guest setups, featuring an interior design by British studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a>. A bright and elegant interior offers Mediterranean house vibes and an abundance of natural light. In 2017, the designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wolterink Design (Company)">Wolterinck</a> added modern details on-board to create an even more chic interior.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313391/image/large-adb99af6a2ea88b4624d7790ad5db283.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313391"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313392/image/large-e6cdea2cc9ce7b49075d43c01ef60c46.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313392"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313399/image/large-76aa10135c83f4b07009ec54597e107d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313399">The yacht's sundeck has a dining, lounge and bar area, with a spacious beach club leading onto a swim platform. Further exterior areas are found on the main deck aft and forward deck with excellent view, sunbeds and a Jacuzzi. Additional socialising spaces are afforded in the main saloon with a dining seating up to 10 and an upper deck sky lounge.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313394/image/large-bf8185b472b270477163171533d2ab13.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313394"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313380/image/large-f57c59b577f1dbf7063076bbe644bbc7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313380"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313379/image/large-b06d0e4208a2a20b0b230814ee77e6b5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313379">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/benetti/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Benetti yacht for sale</a> can accommodate as many as 10 guests with a full-beam owner's suite on the main deck with a private study, dressing room and large windows. She also features two spacious VIP staterooms and double staterooms on the lower deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313374/image/large-79240091cd9f7b3741ebf9c534e71df2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313374">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> received a full repaint in 2024 following an extensive refit and has been carefully looked after with regular maintenance. New Waves 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 to a top speed of 21 knots and a cruising speed of 16.5 knots. She is offered for sale with full EU VAT paid and MCA LY3 commercial compliance.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313377/image/large-fec486b76a799446aaa0ec7ea476c84c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313377">

Benetti yacht New Waves for sale

The 42m Benetti motor yacht New Waves is for sale.

42m Benetti superyacht New Waves for sale

The 36.25-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AB Yachts (Company)">AB</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2656" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Five Waves36.25m (118'11&quot;)AB Yachts2010">Five Waves</a>, previously named Blue Force One, is for sale with <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>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> was delivered in 2010, as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AB Yachts (Company)">AB</a> 116 series.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192139/image/large-6b5929c62497401fbdf311774f4d0efc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192139"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2656" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Five Waves36.25m (118'11&quot;)AB Yachts2010">Five Waves</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Guido de Groot Design (Company)">Guido de Groot Design</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1206" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Marco Arnaboldi (Company)">Studio Marco Arnaboldi</a>. She can accommodate up to 11 guests onboard across six staterooms, as well as six crew members, including the captain. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192126/image/large-24ddcfdac101a39bf9acf99b56518838.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192126"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192128/image/large-cf1b4ac68c72ba2c83a17a6da513eb79.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192128">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> showcases a contemporary saloon featuring an elongated L-shaped, neutral-toned sofa. The dark-toned wooden furnishings elevate the room's sophisticated ambiance, while the expansive windows flood the space with natural light, creating an ideal setting for guests to socialise in a vibrant atmosphere.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192124/image/large-925e2df7e475c835fa20711d4ef0b235.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192124"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192125/image/large-b426358d6da889e882692c6e2aff23b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192125"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192134/image/large-570db45dc43b8760fa52993a65b01bbc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192134"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2656" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Five Waves36.25m (118'11&quot;)AB Yachts2010">Five Waves</a>’ master stateroom exudes opulence through the contrast between the dark-toned wooden furnishings and the neutral-coloured flooring. The inclusion of a large sofa adds versatility, allowing the owner to relax in the privacy of their room.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192123/image/large-0debb0a0aa4ebaf80eb6e212d43675db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192123"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192140/image/large-2e3b0b1d61085375a8df01e9ca8f1788.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192140">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/five-waves/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Five Waves for sale</a>, offers ample deck space for lounging and sunbathing. Sunpads are situated at the aft of the main deck and on the bridge deck. Additionally, there is a Jacuzzi on the sun deck and a swim platform at the transom.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192122/image/large-a69931dd7610577252ee7e794bda6125.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192122">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/ab-yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">AB Yacht for sale</a> has a GRP hull and superstructure. Performance-wise, she 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, which give her a cruising speed of 38 knots and a top speed of 40 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192137/image/large-e44693a5911b3768557657e797fa3146.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192137">

36m AB motor yacht Five Waves for sale

The 36.25-metre AB motor yacht Five Waves is for sale with Moran Yacht & Ship.

After seven months of construction time, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> has unveiled some images of their secretive Project 404 (aka MM597) as they recently turned the 59.7-metre hull in Vollenhove. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (Company)">Malcolm Mckeon Yacht Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/331" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liaigre (Company)">Studio Liaigre</a> are responsible for the exterior and interior of this coming project.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174201/image/large-cc4af15d5da0e9c5a65c442f709d47ee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174201">The final product, due to be delivered in 2022, will be a high-performance sloop with a reversed bow and striking hull lines. She is set to host up to 12 guests and 10 crew who will have the option to board via the platforms on either side of the yacht or the large transom opening which will create the beach club.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174200/image/large-da2b2349c9c89d5370426dc423827002.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174200">At the yard's sister company, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/458" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rondal B.V. (Company)">Rondal</a>, the contours of the carbon composite deckhouse, cockpit coamings and main sheet arch are all currently under construction. The new superyacht will also feature a lifting keel, retractable propulsion, twin carbon rudders, carbon electric winches and a large main tender hatch. “The hull turning at Royal Huisman this week signifies a pivotal stage in her build and that this construction has remained on schedule, despite the worldwide pandemic, is testament to the yard’s strategic, meticulous approach and the incredible dedication of the entire team,” Malcolm McKeon comments.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174198/image/large-26290b9dcb7f698279e5f91ab1870d66.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174198">Guillaume Rolland of Studio Liaigre adds: “The Liaigre team is extremely proud to be attending this very important milestone. We were able to appreciate from all angles and under daylight this 60-metre aluminium jewel.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174197/image/large-9b26ac1d69436e0dfdb7824fdc67110c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174197"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>’s CEO Jan Timmerman concludes: “We always aim to offer our clients the experience of being involved with the build: visiting the shipyard facility, viewing the work in progress, getting a feel of what the yacht will be like – possibly even in combination with a 1:1 mock-up of key areas. The past months were ‘different’, but we managed to accommodate client involvement, all the same."

yacht Project 404

After seven months, images of the current in-build at Royal Huisman, project 404, are finally revealed.

Royal Huisman turns sailing yacht Project 404

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Royal Huisman

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Rondal Company Profile

Royal Huisman and Malcolm McKeon are proud to unveil The World’s Largest Sloop. Video: designer's and builder's comments.

This is undoubtedly the most ambitious and inspiring concept yet to be developed in an exclusive relationship between Royal Huisman and the renowned superyacht designer Malcolm McKeon. 
 
Above her sleek and powerful 85 m / 279 ft hull, APEX features a towering 107 m / 351 ft air-draft rig that will dominate the marine landscape wherever in the world she drops anchor. Stunning minimalism in every aspect of McKeon’s radical design serves to emphasise the grace and potential of this extraordinary ocean greyhound. Even the all-glass superstructure, encompassing some 200 m2 / 2150 ft2 of guest cockpit and a luxurious saloon, scarcely seems to be there - an understated, almost ethereal presence. 
 
APEX 850 is fully resolved in terms of design, naval architecture and engineering. Technical challenges have been identified and addressed; potential for refinement explored and incorporated. The concept is therefore an unprecedented opportunity for an ambitious and creative Owner to stamp their individuality while still viewing an unusually attractive delivery date for such a project. 
 
Malcolm McKeon comments: “The sailing experience of APEX 850 will be sensational, with speeds in excess of wind speed in most conditions. Her retractable keel, optimised weight distribution and limited heel angle will provide stability, comfort and safety for all on board. Her twin high aspect rudders will provide a rapid response to her fly by wire helm.” 
 
Royal Huisman CEO Jan Timmerman adds: “Two of the world’s ten largest sailing yachts, ATHENA and SEA EAGLE II, are Royal Huisman builds and APEX 850 would make a fitting third, easily becoming the largest member of this elite circle. Every Royal Huisman yacht benefits from the research, innovations and challenges of our previous builds, ensuring this would be the finest yet.” 
 
Please visit RoyalHuisman.com and follow the links to YACHTS and CONCEPTS for a full overview and more information about APEX 850 or via the direct link www.royalhuisman.com/APEX850

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Apex 850: Royal Huisman’s new 85m McKeon super sloop