After first announcing its Bzero sustainability initiative two years ago, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a> has presented a shore-based prototype of a green hydrogen production module that will be at the core of its onboard fuel cell technology. The presentation was made during an event entitled “Bzero - Working for an evolving future” at its shipyard in La Spezia that was opened by inspirational speaker Giancarlo Orsini, who provided insight into current ‘megatrends’ such as sustainability, innovation, technology and energy. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/265403/image/large-ea3df5b6225da929fba704623e4d0ff3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/265403">“We have set up <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a> Energy, a department specifically devoted to studying new eco-sustainable technology and the implementation of alternative energy sources in the boating industry,” said Baglietto CEO Diego Michele Deprati. “The Bzero project is an important starting point, but also the gateway to the sustainability challenge of the future.”The Bzero system assembled on one of the shipyard’s quays is basically a 1:1 scale prototype that after intensive testing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a> plans to install on its hybrid diesel-electric yachts in the T52 and T60 lines. The prototype will be used to develop operational and bunkering procedures, optimise technical solutions, and obtain the necessary <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a> certifications required to use the system on board a yacht. The power station will also partially contribute to the shipyard's energy production cycle, including a recharging station for electric cars.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/265402/image/large-d67c4ebbb37b493601473f4bd31a8f0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/265402">The hydrogen production module runs filtered and de-ionised sea water through AEM-type electrolysers (approx. 55kW total), powered by energy from solar panels and/or the shore power grid, to produce hydrogen with 5.0 purity grade at a maximum pressure of 35 bar. The PEM-type fuel cell module (approx. 200kW) uses the hydrogen as fuel to silently and sustainably generate zero-pollutant electricity.The hydrogen produced is safely stored in solid state in metal hydride cylinders &nbsp;at low pressure (35 bar) and room temperature &nbsp;– the most compact way to store hydrogen. due to the chemical reaction between metal and gas. The hydrogen is chemically bonded or absorbed by the metal, without the need for compression. Instead, the solid metal hydride works like a sponge that absorbs and releases the gas. While heat is released during hydrogen absorption, heat must be added for release &nbsp;and the thermal energy required comes from the heat produced by the fuel cell module. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/265404/image/large-fa66b16ea19c42047a28b1949d78a29f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/265404">The process of storing and releasing the hydrogen from the hydrides is managed by a thermal management system during hydrogen discharge and charging. The electricity produced by the system is controlled by a DC/DC converter installed on a central 700V DC bus previously tested on Baglietto's hybrid yachts. A set of lithium-ion batteries, connected to the same bus, in parallel with the fuel cell, is used for peak shaving when demand spikes.Together with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a>, six international partners are participating part in the Bzero project: Arco Technologies, Bluenergy Revolution, Enapter, H2Boat and Siemens Energy, as well as the classification society <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a>. Other technical sponsors include AutroItalia, Methydor, Precision Fluid Control and Tempco.“The combination of hydrogen and batteries will result in four times more available energy than that provided by current batteries, which will also mean great savings for the owners," commented Fabio Ermetto, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a> CCO, pointing out that 80 percent of clients are now interested in building a hybrid yacht, up from 20 per cent just two years ago. The primary motivation is ethical, closely followed by the increase in range and onboard comfort that such systems provide.&nbsp;As a practical example, Ermetto’s presentation included a slide of a hypothetical yacht with a hybrid system comprising a battery bank of 1,400kWh and hydrogen storage of 196kg (equivalent to 3,100kWh) for a total energy output of 4,500kWh. This would allow for up to 120 nautical miles cruising at low speed or 75 hours at anchor in zero-emission mode and total silence.

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Baglietto has presented its hydrogen production module Bzero.

Baglietto Bzero: Working towards the future with hydrogen 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Beneteau (Company)">Groupe Beneteau</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountaine Pajot (Company)">Fountaine Pajot Group</a> have announced the launch of E-Lektra Marine, a joint venture dedicated to electric propulsion and intelligent onboard energy management.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391727/image/large-ee5cfd9d29046e8c401e59fb5c813a91.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391727">The 50/50 venture brings together the seven sailing brands; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Beneteau (Company)">Beneteau</a>, Jenneau, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6072" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lagoon Yachts (Company)">Lagoon</a>, Excess, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountaine Pajot (Company)">Fountaine Pajot</a> Sailing Catamarans, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountaine Pajot (Company)">Fountaine Pajot</a> Yachts and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5255" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dufour/Locwind (Company)">Dufour</a>, which operate under the two brands, allowing them to combine their capabilities in the electrification and energy management of sailboats.&nbsp;“With E-Lektra Marine, two major players in the sailing industry are joining forces in an unprecedented alliance to accelerate the electrification of sailing,” explained Bruno Thivoyon, Chief Executive Officer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Beneteau (Company)">Groupe Beneteau</a>. By combining our industrial expertise, we aim to establish open standards and make low-emission solutions simpler, more accessible and scalable.”By pooling the volumes of seven brands, representing 60 percent of the global market, E-Lektra Marine aims to structure an open global standard at the scale of the sailing market, with a shared objective to electrify 10 to 15 percent of the global sailing market by 2030.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336108/image/large-030539c248d560fb467ce7d5ce4321c0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336108">To do this, their mission is to design and deploy an onboard system that is competitive with internal combustion solutions and capable of orchestrating all onboard energy flows in real time.E-Lektra Marine will rely on a group of strategic partners including Alternatives Energies which specialises in electric systems integration, Cirtem who are an expert in energy conversion and management, and EVE System which are specialists in battery pack design, as well as on the expertise of both groups.&nbsp;E-Lektra Marine aims to provide electrification solutions adapted to all sailboat sizes from nine to 24 metres, as well as optimised onboard energy management between solar, engine, generator, comfort equipment and power connection. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336107/image/large-f02462c05e0db41df859de5fb3ad6312.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336107">They also hope to offer real-time monitoring of consumption through a display, alongside continuous improvements to the solutions offered to boaters and a refit option that enables current owners to switch to electric. “After several years of deployment, Alternatives Energies has demonstrated that scalable solutions do exist,” concluded Mathieu Fountaine, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountaine Pajot (Company)">Fountaine Pajot</a>.“The E-Lektra Marine joint venture with Groupe Beneteau shows that our industry can mobilise around shared environmental objectives. Today, electrification is becoming essential; it must now be made accessible across the entire sailing market.”

E-Lektra Marine: Groupe Beneteau and Fountaine Pajot Group

Groupe Beneteau and Fountaine Pajot Group have announced the launch of E-Lektra Marine.

E-Lektra Marine: Seven sailing brands unite to accelerate electric propulsion solutions

Leona Caanen sits down with Toby Nowlan, wildlife director and producer of Ocean with David Attenborough, to discuss the involvement of the superyacht industry in preserving marine life.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/390895/image/large-9f82b5a0082151442b31ed7620f9a9b5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/390895">In a continuously changing world, the superyacht industry must, too, evolve. Rather than follow trends, the superyacht industry is in a unique position to set the example, especially when it comes to ocean preservation. For the refit issue (issue 56) of SuperYacht Times, Features Editor Leona Caanen sat down with Toby Nowlan, wildlife producer and director, ocean enthusiast, and producer of the recent documentary, Ocean with David Attenborough, to discuss ways to ensure ocean preservation, and what superyacht owners, builders and guests can to ensure this ecosystem is well-cared for. One may wonder what a wildlife cinematographer has to do with superyachts; the answer lies in a shared truth: a healthy ocean underpins both industries.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/390898/image/large-8311117456f76c76cc8b7a36fdcfe2b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/390898">The importance of the seasToby and I met during last year’s Monaco Yacht Show, which has increasingly positioned itself as a forum for environmental discussion, with panels addressing noise pollution, technological innovation and operational responsibility. The SuperYacht Times&nbsp;team hosted several of these conversations, reflecting a wider industry effort to move sustainability from the margins to the main stage.The yacht show also hosted a screening of Toby’s feature-length documentary, Ocean with David Attenborough, filmed over four years and across vast stretches of open ocean, tracing both the degradation and the extraordinary capacity for recovery within the world’s oceans. “We were filming way out in the middle of the Pacific, in the Papahānaumokuakeā, the largest marine conservation area in the world. Because it's so well protected, endangered albatrosses have recovered there in this huge number; it's the world's biggest albatross colony, there’s millions of them.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/390896/image/large-a684f64d281401982dbe5f49aa462613.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/390896">Toby‘s relationship with the ocean has been shaped by nearly two decades of working in some of the planet’s most remote marine environments, documenting life both above and below the surface. His career has unfolded through prolonged periods at sea, where the ocean is not an abstract subject but a dynamic system he has spent years navigating, observing and, at times, surviving within. Toby has contributed to some of the most influential natural history productions of recent years, including Planet Earth II, A Perfect Planet and Our Planet II.&nbsp;His latest film traces both the damage inflicted upon marine ecosystems and their extraordinary capacity for recovery when protected. For Toby, that balance was essential: The ocean’s story, he believes, must move beyond beauty alone and towards evidence of what protection can achieve.Yet if the oceans are to recover from the insurmountable damage that has already been done, there needs to be a sense of urgency and cross-sectoral involvement. For Nowlan, the urgency is not theoretical. ‘Four billion people rely on the ocean for food,’ he explains, noting that marine protection delivers faster and more dramatic recovery than comparable efforts on land. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/390897/image/large-b0dedf974deae1828d76df5a92582a41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/390897">Protecting parts of the ocean from the most destructive practices, rather than attempting to safeguard everything at once, has already resulted in tangible gains for biodiversity, fisheries and coastal economies. Healthy coastal economies tie in directly with yachting. Most superyachts aren’t found in the middle of the Atlantic or Pacific, instead, they gather along coastlines, seeking white-sand beaches, crystal clear waters and landscapes yet untouched.Few people spend as much time in protected marine areas as Toby, witnessing first-hand how quickly life returns when destructive practices are removed. From the albatross colonies of Papahānaumokuakeā to fleeting moments of abundance in the open ocean, these encounters underpin his conviction that recovery is both real and measurable. While not part of the superyacht industry, Nowlan recognises its unparalleled access to places most will never see. With that access, he argues, comes an obligation to protect the very environments that make such journeys possible.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/390900/image/large-6d7a78723699e0fdb036cfae6fd04bf4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/390900">A sustainable ocean‘Sustainability’ is an overused term, diluted by repetition and superficial application. In yachting, as elsewhere, it risks becoming a marketing label rather than a framework for accountability. In the superyacht industry there is a deep misconception that ‘sustainability is just that: a buzzword. For those who dare to look a little deeper, this sentiment rings untrue, with various organisations, suppliers and shipyards leading the industry towards actively changing the narrative.&nbsp;Nowlan is cautious but optimistic. Real progress, he argues, must extend beyond technology into regulation, enforcement and collective will. “Protecting the ocean is not anti-industry,” he says. “It is pro-abundance.” Ocean with David Attenborough deliberately centres fishermen, coastal communities and industry stakeholders, framing conservation not as restriction but as long-term viability.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/390902/image/large-16ea93a7dadce2f8415c41eef4b62cb7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/390902">Industry leaders have echoed this sentiment. Last year, SuperYacht Times spoke with Peter Lürssen, who emphasised: “if we do not have a healthy ocean, why be on a yacht at all?” His comment resonates increasingly across the industry as shipyards explore environmentally friendly alternatives, including hybrid propulsion, alternative fuels and energy recovery systems. Sailing yachts with DynaRigs, catamarans equipped with expansive solar arrays and vessels capable of powering onboard systems through regenerative sailing all point towards a more integrated relationship between design and environment.Importantly, sustainability is not limited to new-builds. Existing superyachts can be refitted to meet contemporary environmental expectations. “One of the biggest issues that the superyacht industry has put under scrutiny for is waste; but they could lead the change, they’re in a position to take charge in many areas, especially in bolstering ocean protection” Toby notes. There are various companies aimed at improving onboard systems and reducing waste, as well as extending a yacht’s operational life while lessening its ecological footprint. Change, in this context, is adaptive rather than disposable.Underlying these developments is a discernible shift in owner priorities. A new generation is seeking yachts that align with broader values, favouring efficiency, transparency and purpose alongside performance and comfort. While luxury remains intrinsic to the sector, it is increasingly tempered by an awareness that enjoyment of the ocean depends on its preservation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289155/image/large-2f43a8449a99622302d805161cb2a5be.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289155">Research onboard superyachtsA recent trend in new-builds, as well as in refits, has been the inclusion of science: whether space to host scientists and their gear onboard, to full-blown research labs. It ranges from superyachts the likes of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10859" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scintilla Maris 45.6m (149'7&quot;)Damen Maaskant Shipyards1988">Scintilla Maris</a> (45.6m), who recently went on her first voyage with Yachts for Science, to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="REV Ocean194.9m (639'5&quot;)Vard Group AS2027">REV Ocean</a>, world’s biggest superyacht currently in-build, who will dedicate 75 percent of her voyages to oceanic research. These vessels not only enable scientists to travel to remote regions and deepen their research, but brings superyacht owners and charter guests face to face with foundations like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blue Marine Foundation (Company)">Blue Marine</a>, producers like Toby and biologists like David Attenborough, are so desperately trying to preserve.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351764/image/large-4aa90fee396121334873d8c53b85202e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351764"><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/blue-marine-foundation" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Read: Blue Marine Foundation: How yacht owners are protecting the ocean</a>For Toby, this access to such remote regions of the world carries responsibility: “Superyacht owners and guests see an ocean that most of the world never will,” he notes. “‘That makes stewardship even more imperative.” Toby adds, “the industry is built on a place of luxury and enjoyment of the ocean, meaning they have a greater responsibility and ability to push for ocean protection. They should be at the forefront of it, and they can be, which is exciting.”The superyacht industry is undeniably a contributor to marine pollution, as any large-scale industry is. Yet it is also evolving, informed by science, driven by technological capability and increasingly guided by a shared love for the sea. As Toby observes, the sector is uniquely positioned to lead rather than follow.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/390899/image/large-3b655e4f08d2e11a0b7ec7eb05a5adba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/390899">This article was first published in <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper/newspaper-issue-56" target="_blank">issue 56</a> of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, available for download <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper/newspaper-issue-56" target="_blank">here</a>.

Toby Nowlan: "The superyacht industry should be at the forefront of ocean protection"

Toby Nowlan discusses how the superyacht industry can be more involved in the preservation of oceanic wildlife.

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a> has announced that the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has formally approved ISO/TS 23099, a new standardisation project inspired by the Yacht Environmental Transparency Index (YETI) Joint Industry Project.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/384873/image/large-3a4b5d76a17f6f17be8182a70bfe06f1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/384873">The new Technical Specification is the result of a two-year international standardisation project inspired by YETI, led by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>. ISO/TS 23099 establishes a unified and scientific method to assess and compare the environmental performance of large yachts.ISO/TS 23099 has been approved by national standardisation bodies representing key yacht-building nations, including Italy, the Netherlands, Germany, Turkey, Poland, the United Kingdom and the United States.&nbsp;The specification was developed under ISO Technical Committee 8, Subcommittee 12, which focuses on large yachts and represents the first completed project of Working Group 6 on Large Yachts Sustainability and Environment.The Technical Specification is the outcome of a five-year collaborative effort involving yacht builders, naval architects, technical experts, research institutes and classification societies. Its objective is to provide a robust and practical approach to assessing and comparing the operational environmental performance of yachts over 30 metres in length.“ISO is the way to unite cross-industry experts and pro-actively work together on own standards where international legislative guidance is absent, or proves impractical to implement,” explained WG6 convenor Robert van Tol. “There is now a yacht-specific method and official reference to be applied for assessing the fleet.”By defining a common framework and assessment approach, ISO/TS 23099 is intended to support informed decision-making for both new-build and refit projects. It also aims to provide a shared language for environmental performance, helping the industry to avoid fragmented or proprietary assessment tools, while encouraging continuous improvement.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/384874/image/large-fbad8ecd4bc89ef64498b7aeffca36b5.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/384874">“The method benchmarks yachts through a fixed median values operational profile that was statistically found of 10 percent cruising, 34 percent at anchor and 56 percent in port, which is fundamentally different from that of commercial shipping,” explained Hanna Dabrowska, Technical Director at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>. “The result is indicated through a score against a reference line of central tendency of scores in different gross tonnage categories.”The specification translates environmental impact into a single score using CO2 equivalent values, while also introducing EcoPoints, a life cycle assessment metric that combines multiple environmental factors such as CO2 and NOx.&nbsp;Awwal Idris, Environmental Expert at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>, explained that this dual approach allows users not only to understand overall impact, but also to model different scenarios to improve performance across design and operational phases.“This approved ISO reference confirms shipyards proactive commitment towards the decarbonisation objective and enables further work and validation testing through application and use to make it more robust and widely adopted,” concluded Lorenzo Pollicardo, Technical &amp; Environmental Director at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2589" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss) (Company)">Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss)</a>.&nbsp;“This and other future projects under WG6, provide shipyards and other industry stakeholders with practical ways toward more environmentally driven yacht design, construction, and operation.”

ISO/TS 23099

ISO has approved ISO/TS 23099, a new harmonised standard for assessing the environmental performance of large yachts.

ISO approves new environmental performance standard for large yachts

The 68.85-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> is nearing completion at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a>, representing one of the most ambitious and forward-thinking sustainability projects ever undertaken in yacht building. Developed in collaboration with the open-source platform Foundationº (Foundation Zero) – a renewables-focused non-profit organisation – and realised by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> is a proof-of-concept project designed to demonstrate what is possible in truly emission-free yachting. The yacht’s journey reflects a wider mission: to inspire, share knowledge, and ignite a shift in mindset across the maritime industry.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365568/image/large-ddd95d9367bf908ff3b5c55c8692405f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365568">A shared vision for progress Eduard van Benthem, Project Manager for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> and Executive Director at Foundationº, describes the project as a tangible manifestation of the foundation’s mission: “Inspire, create and share knowledge to drive sustainable, innovative solutions.” He explains, “While the foundation focuses on creating and sharing knowledge, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> serves as a concrete example of how this knowledge can be applied in practice.” The collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>, alongside <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra Naval Architects</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, was born out of a shared philosophy rather than a conventional shipyard-client relationship. “From the outset, it was clear that the Zero project could only succeed if all parties were aligned not just technically but also mentally,” says van Benthem. “The project revolves around collaboration based on trust, openness, and a joint ambition to create something truly new.” This approach proved essential given the project’s radical departure from traditional yacht-building frameworks. “Almost everything had to be developed during the process itself,” he adds. “This requires not only technical expertise but also flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to discover together.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>’ Project Manager, Gerrit Jongman, echoes this sentiment: “A big challenge was, and still is, the integration of all the new technologies in a superyacht build where space is limited, combined with the fact that also during the build developments are still ongoing which bring up new requirements.” He notes that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> has redefined how <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> manages collaboration. “Where normally the yard is used to working from a fixed specification, on this project the end goal regarding technology has always been a moving target,” he says. “This has been very inspiring and has pushed the final product to a higher level.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365563/image/large-a86ed4f2cc44ee076dc65c02c70a6515.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365563">Technology and design: rethinking the fundamentals What makes <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> distinct is its complete re-evaluation of yacht design from an energy-first perspective. “At Project <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a>, the focus is first and foremost on innovation, not optimisation,” says van Benthem. “We do not take energy and energy balance for granted. Once these are fully integrated into the design, completely new insights and solutions emerge.” This philosophy has resulted in a number of groundbreaking approaches, from rethinking insulation and heat management to redesigning the vessel’s entire energy architecture. “Why can a mast not function as a chimney, utilising heat or airflow?” van Benthem poses. “How can we achieve higher insulation with the same weight budget, or higher reliability for the DC electrical network while improving safety?”Inside the yacht, the differences are striking. Jongman explains, “One area where you will really see the difference between a more standard yacht and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> is in the engine room. On <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a>, this area is called the main technical room as we don’t have engines – with no exhausts, engines or generators, a completely new layout could be developed.” Instead, this space houses an advanced energy system that “stores, harvests, and converts energy from various sources to various consumers,” he continues. This integrated energy heart connects systems such as photovoltaic-thermal panels, salt batteries for heat storage, and adsorption chillers – all part of a holistic thermal energy balance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365569/image/large-67e757447761f5e96ee40225759f2065.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365569">Collaboration and cultural change Beyond the technology, both van Benthem and Jongman emphasise the importance of mindset. “The main goal is not only to build an innovative vessel but also to trigger a cultural shift within the maritime industry,” says van Benthem. “We want to show that sustainability and innovation can go hand in hand, and that radically new concepts are achievable when people and companies are willing to collaborate.”Jongman adds that this approach has reshaped <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>’ own internal culture: “On <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> we have people with all kinds of backgrounds and experiences, also from outside the yachting industry, collaborating on one common project. It is inspiring to see specific works from a different perspective and this is definitely something <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> will take away for future projects.”That spirit of openness is at the heart of Foundationº’s work. Through its platform, foundationzero.org, the organisation shares open-source data, design insights, and research findings from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> to encourage learning and adaptation across sectors. “We aim to show that openness and transparency are the foundation for real progress,” says van Benthem. “Our IT team works hard behind the scenes to collect, analyse and share data. This allows others to observe and contribute to the conclusions and results we publish.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365567/image/large-f8e82cf19c8160071e95f17897079b67.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365567">Looking ahead With commissioning now underway, the project is approaching a pivotal phase. “The next key milestones include the start of commissioning and the phase where we can demonstrate the first proof-of-concept results,” says van Benthem. “Next is, of course, the launch of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> – a special moment when the project literally comes to life. But we see this launch not as an endpoint but as the beginning. Once <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> is in the water, the real work starts: inspiring, validating, sharing, and improving.”For both <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> and Foundationº, Zero represents more than just a yacht – it aims to be the beginning of a movement. As van Benthem concludes, “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> is meant to serve as a demonstration of what the industry can achieve when people and organisations are willing to challenge traditional assumptions and embrace new ways of designing and collaborating.” Jongman agrees: “This project shows that when parties work with a more open collaboration, where the scopes of the various partners are not completely locked by thick contracts, more can be achieved.”In a sector often defined by refinement and tradition, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Zero</a> stands as proof that the future of yachting lies not just in performance and craftsmanship, but in curiosity, collaboration, and the courage to rethink everything.

Vitters Project Zero sustainable yacht

We take a closer look behind Project Zero, the zero emissions yacht at Vitters.

Behind Project Zero: A new chapter in sustainable superyacht innovation

The European Commission has released its Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (STIP), which for the first time includes recreational craft, marking an important step in aligning the leisure maritime sector with wider EU transport and energy objectives.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373233/image/large-57c6f3cec23367465c075c33d1afb226.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373233">Published in Brussels on 5 November, the Sustainable Transport Investment Plan sets out a technology-neutral approach to reducing emissions across all modes of transport. In a landmark inclusion, the document acknowledges that recreational craft face distinct challenges in adopting clean propulsion and renewable fuels.The European Commission’s plan explains that similar to the commercial maritime sector, a “broad set of possible alternatives to fossil fuels are being considered” for recreational craft. It highlights that with no mandatory targets in place, the majority of vessels may progressively transition to renewable drop-in fuels such as hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), e-fuels, green methanol and hydrogen.According to the STIP, the European Commission plans to mobilise €2.9 billion in EU funding by 2027, with the aim to leverage over €100 billion in total investment by 2035. The funding will support projects advancing sustainable fuels, electric and hybrid technologies and the modernisation of marina infrastructure across the continent.&nbsp;The European Commission also intends to develop certification schemes, fuel traceability systems and book-and-claim mechanisms to facilitate renewable fuel adoption among smaller operators.By explicitly recognising recreational craft within a major EU transport policy, Brussels has opened new opportunities for research, innovation and investment collaboration between shipyards, suppliers, and port authorities. The Commission will also mobilise €293 million for maritime fuel projects under the Innovation Fund.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377373/image/large-ca5738d02439ff3ad87c6f0d78efda5c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377373">“For the first time, recreational boating is part of the EU’s waterborne decarbonisation strategy,” explained Philip Easthill, Secretary-General of the European Boating Industry (EBI).“It shows that our sector is being heard and recognised as a relevant contributor to Europe’s green transition with a technology-neutral decarbonisation pathway and necessary focus on the existing fleet and sustainable fuels.”The plan reinforces the growing expectation that all segments of the maritime industry, including the superyacht sector, contribute to the EU’s 2050 climate objectives. It also aligns with broader EU frameworks set to launch in 2026, including the Industrial Maritime Strategy and Sustainable Tourism Strategy, both of which are expected to influence the direction of sustainable marina infrastructure and clean technology investment.“This recognition puts the recreational boating sector firmly on the map of support by the EU in the years ahead. It sends a clear signal that sustainability in fuels and propulsion system as well as infrastructure in marinas is a key part of Europe’s industrial strategies,” concluded Easthill.

Recreational craft included in EU decarbonisation plan for the first time

The European Commission has released its Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (STIP), which for the first time includes recreational craft.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> has announced that it has officially joined the Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization (NEMO), a collective focused on developing fair and effective regulations for the deployment, operation and decommissioning of floating nuclear power.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/370320/image/large-3af2b392ab2cdd387684ec6b140f123c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/370320">The move builds on the Dutch shipyard’s energy transition roadmap, which was introduced in 2020 and outlines its strategy towards carbon-neutral yachting. To date, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> has implemented technologies such as next-generation multi-fuel systems and fuel cell integration.“Yachting has always been about pioneering the future of technology at sea,” commented Giedo Loeff, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>’s Head of Innovation and Strategy. “Joining NEMO aligns with our vision to explore every credible pathway toward a sustainable future.”Floating nuclear power has become a growing topic across the maritime sector, with fourth-generation reactors now approaching maturity. Potential applications from the mid-2030s include offshore power barges for synthetic fuel production and zero-emission propulsion for large vessels.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62462" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="How to Build it: Could Ulstein build the first nuclear superyacht? (2025-01-22 16:30:00 +0100)">How to Build it: Could Ulstein build the first nuclear superyacht?</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/370319/image/large-ed66f54db67db520dda2977851506b8b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/370319"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> has already conducted research into nuclear propulsion for yachts, investigating the technological, regulatory and operational challenges. While the shipyard recognises that economic and crew-related barriers remain, it has identified the lack of clear regulation as the most significant obstacle to adoption.&nbsp;In 2012, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> unveiled its seventh concept <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/39546" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Einstein takes the power of Relativity to Fort Lauderdale (2012-10-17 00:00:00 +0200)">Relativity</a>, which imagined how Albert Einstein might have used a yacht. It was the first concept design to explore nuclear energy as a future power source, reflecting <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>’s innovative and forward-looking approach.“Nuclear power may not be tomorrow’s solution for superyachts, but it could be part of the long-term horizon and it is our responsibility to help shape that possibility in a safe and sustainable way,” concluded Loeff.

Feadship joins the Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization

Feadship has announced that it has officially joined the Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization (NEMO).

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show (Company)">Monaco Yacht Show (MYS)</a> has unveiled the first official exhibitors recognised under its new Blue Wake™ programme, which aims to spotlight proven innovations that support the yachting industry’s environmental transition. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365289/image/large-ad8f48599746d816f12e47e0c22f47eb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365289">A total of 17 companies have been validated by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>, the show’s official sustainability partner, following a rigorous assessment of each submission. Each company is confirmed to be showcasing products and processes that are genuinely sustainable and viable solutions to the future of yachting.The first 28 Blue Wake™ listed exhibitors include <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AkzoNobel (Company)">AkzoNobel</a>, Ampros, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3524" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asea Power Systems (Company)">Asae Power Systems</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2719" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boero YachtCoatings (Company)">Boero YachtCoatings</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5172" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Rossini (Company)">Cantiere Rossini</a>, Comilegno, Deasyl, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3607" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Headhunter Inc (Company)">Headhunter Inc</a> and Propulsion House.As well as, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2207" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rolls-Royce Marine (Company)">Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1116" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silverlining Ltd (Company)">Silverlining Furniture</a>, SKF, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3550" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tai Ping Carpets (Company)">Tai Ping</a>, Termodinamica and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4759" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Xeamos (Company)">Xeamos</a> are also confirmed as the first exhibitors.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/63721" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show reveals this year’s list of exhibitors (2025-07-02 10:30:00 +0200)">Monaco Yacht Show reveals this year’s list of exhibitors</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/330975/image/large-2807e97077bef5e0c9a7e3bf12721c9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/330975">“With the launch of Blue Wake™, our aim is to bring visibility and clarity to the commitment of companies actively contributing to a more sustainable yachting industry,” said Gaëlle Tallarida, Managing Director of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show (Company)">Monaco Yacht Show</a>.&nbsp;“The programme helps yacht owners and project developers quickly identify exhibitors capable of meeting their expectations in terms of eco-responsible production and equipment.”All recognised companies have met at least one of the programme’s eligibility criteria, which includes emissions reduction, material circularity, eco-design and innovation and water, and marine ecosystem protection.“This work supports the industry’s shift towards more sustainable practices, but also proper validation of claims,” explained Robert van Tol, Executive Director of the Water Revolution Foundation.“There are innovations in every corner of the yachting sector, enhancing both product and process; these deserve the spotlight and shall no longer be overlooked or seen as a feature. In order to accelerate on the trajectory of net-zero in 2050, yachting needs to adopt what is already available while continuing to collaborate on further innovations needed. Both for new build projects and the existing fleet.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/330936/image/large-57b30be34e42f5e636ec38577c3b6c78.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/330936">Applications remain open until 31 JulyCompanies interested in joining Blue Wake™ still have time to submit their applications, with the deadline set for 31 July 2025. To be eligible, companies must be confirmed exhibitors at this year’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/271" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2025">Monaco Yacht Show</a> and operate in one of the programme’s designated sectors, including naval architecture, yacht design, refit and maintenance shipyards, yacht builders, marine equipment manufacturers, and other yachting-related services.Full details, including eligibility requirements and submission guidelines, are available on the <a href="https://www.monacoyachtshow.com/en/blue-wake" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Blue Wake page</a> of the <a href="https://www.monacoyachtshow.com/en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">MYS website</a>.

First Blue Wake™ exhibitors unveiled for MYS 2025

First Blue Wake™ exhibitors announced for MYS 2025, spotlighting proven sustainable solutions in partnership with Water Revolution Foundation.

First Blue Wake exhibitors unveiled ahead of Monaco Yacht Show 2025

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="REV Ocean194.9m (639'5&quot;)Vard Group AS2027">REV Ocean</a> is no ordinary yacht, and not just because at 195-metres and 19,235 gross tons she is easily the biggest superyacht in the world. The ‘REV’ in her name stands for Research Expedition Vessel and 75 percent of her voyages will be dedicated to oceanic research in ‘Science Mode’ following her delivery in 2027.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351764/image/large-4aa90fee396121334873d8c53b85202e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351764">For this purpose the Polar Class vessel is equipped with state-of-the-art features that include the deepest-diving Triton submersible, a Kystdesign remotely operated vehicle (ROV) rated for 6,000 metres, nine onboard laboratories with space for additional mission-specific containerised labs on the open aft deck, two helidecks and a host of support craft. Up to 34 scientists at a time will be offered the opportunity to use the facilities – free of charge – to further knowledge of the seas, and the resulting data will be openly shared with the global scientific community.“Our focus is on turning science into actionable solutions that make a real difference,” says marine biologist Nina Jensen, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5306" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="REV Ocean (Company)">REV Ocean</a>. “This is about more than just gathering facts–it’s about bringing together the right people to drive change.”But for the remaining 25 percent of the time <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="REV Ocean194.9m (639'5&quot;)Vard Group AS2027">REV Ocean</a> will function as a highly unconventional charter yacht in ‘Expedition Mode’, when as many as 24 guests in 18 suites can partake in customised projects and engage with the scientists and their research, if they so choose. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/366372/image/large-13b25839e1d1ec3fcc72b3d5d04000f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/366372">With the vessel now being outfitted at Damen in the Netherlands, SuperYacht Times (SYT) sat down to talk with Caroline Boisson and Henry Comyn, respectively Charter Fleet Manager and partner at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>, and co-founder and Managing Director of Joro, a UK-based group of travel experts who create bespoke adventures on land and sea. Together they have been tasked with devising a completely new charter model for the yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351767/image/large-01a998f2bb646f073825db4ee9274cee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351767">SYT: Caroline, how did you go about making your charter pitch for such an unusual vessel, and did you feel you needed extra support?Caroline Boisson: Our first reaction was excitement. We saw it as a unique project –something special not just for us, but for yachting in general. We thought, "We can't lose this pitch; we need to win it. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity and something like it won’t come around again for a long time." So that was our first instinct. Then we realized it was so unique that we needed to demonstrate how we could add value, which is when we saw that our existing partnership with Joro could be the missing piece to the puzzle. We had our yachting expertise, but we needed Joro to complete the equation with their experience of expedition management.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/366366/image/large-06f8d94ec490cb089c992b221a401182.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/366366">Henry Comyn: A few years ago we worked with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a> for a mutual client, where they handled the charter side and we managed the expedition side. We ran some successful trips together, but it wasn’t an official partnership yet. Then Ben Harwood [<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a> Senior Partner and Sales &amp; Charter Director] reached out to me and said, "We see the future of yachting shifting toward experiences and exploration, and we've heard great things about your team. Let's talk." We've mostly been working together under the radar, offering clients looking for unique exploration experiences a one-stop solution for both their yachting and travel needs.What I think is great about the relationship is that our values align so well – for both of us it’s all about putting the client first and maximizing the value we can provide. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348238/image/large-386197d94bfb6683006aa5b43002ec69.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348238">Are you seeing an increase in expedition-style charters, or is it still a niche market?CB: I think it's one of those ‘chicken and egg’ situations. Yes, clients want to visit unique destinations, but then we are tasked with finding the right vessel. Conversely, yachts won't go to these remote areas unless there’s the demand. But interest is growing, as seen in events like the Explorers' Summit in Monaco and there’s a trend towards expedition-style yachts, from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pink Shadow58.0m (190'3&quot;)Damen Yachting2023">Pink Shadow</a> to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1596" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Planet Nine73.2m (240'2&quot;)Admiral2018">Planet Nine</a>. It’s not mainstream yet, but as interest grows and more explorer vessels are built, the supply-demand issue will resolve itself.HC:&nbsp;I agree with Caroline. We’re seeing more requests for more adventurous solutions and we currently have several owners wanting to plan 3 to 5 year circumnavigations, but there’s often not enough inventory to meet the demand. Land-based travel is helping to fuel this interest in more unique yachting experiences. I think that’s part of the reason for the change and we’re now seeing people who’ve spent years cruising the Mediterranean or Caribbean, but are now itching for something new.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349192/image/large-684a242637891d72857ede5f651a5a9c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349192"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349189/image/large-42f9855a2768e5f6b5c7fc98dd14f8b5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349189"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="REV Ocean194.9m (639'5&quot;)Vard Group AS2027">REV Ocean</a>’s primary function is ocean research. How will you balance the luxury experience with that scientific vocation since the vessel will carry both charter guests and scientists?CB: The sheer size of the vessel – almost 200 meters – allows for distinct areas for guests and scientists. The guest areas are forward and on the higher decks, while the science and expedition areas are further aft. The clever layout allows charter guests and scientists to either interact or stay separate, depending on how the charter is being run. We have what we call the ‘Mingling Room,’ for example, where scientists and guests can come together. Managing expectations is key and we’re marketing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="REV Ocean194.9m (639'5&quot;)Vard Group AS2027">REV Ocean</a> very differently from conventional yachts, focusing on education to help brokers explain the experience. Once that marketing is in place and the right charter framework is set up, we’ll work on customizing the scientific aspect of the experience. That’s where Joro comes in to help coordinate and ensure everyone in the charter group has the experience they’re looking for. It’s really about preparing and educating our clients and brokers in advance, which is why we anticipate that charters will need to be booked at least a year in advance. &nbsp;HC: As Caroline mentioned, our job is to really get to know our clients beforehand–what they’re passionate about and what interests them–so we can tailor their charter experience. Now, we know not every charter guest is going to be keen on science, but we’re hoping to spark interest in what <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="REV Ocean194.9m (639'5&quot;)Vard Group AS2027">REV Ocean</a> is doing and what excites me the most is that the expedition zone is so closely tied to where the science is happening. It’s a truly integrated experience, where guests will be right alongside the scientists, seeing firsthand what’s involved. It’s not just about being on a yacht in a remote location–it’s about being part of something much bigger and more meaningful. That connection between the two areas is really unique, and I think it will make for an incredibly special experience for everyone involved. We also hope to build a global community of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="REV Ocean194.9m (639'5&quot;)Vard Group AS2027">REV Ocean</a> charter guests who stay connected after their trip, inspired by the scientists they meet on board.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348239/image/large-68a1bf687771651978a3dcc889cc5718.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348239">So far we’ve focused on the hard science which is great for the adults, but what about charterers with young families?HC:&nbsp;Well, I’ve been an exhibition leader on yachts with young children and we often find that by the end of a charter, they don’t want to leave–they’re having so much fun. What younger children really want is engagement. They’re not necessarily looking for complex activities–often they just want to be involved. So we can offer fun activities for the younger kids like making pizza or ice cream. As they get older they can do more, like becoming dive-certified and learning from experts in the field. But even a five-year-old would be thrilled by the moon pool and submersible operations, the bridge or the media room for making live-streamed podcasts, or even helping out in the wet lab. The science capabilities are designed to appeal to everyone, from multi-generational families to dedicated science enthusiasts. Basically there’s a place for fun and learning for all ages.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349194/image/large-e6fb557cae00d826a1c9ad608b4c3d9d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349194">CB: We’ve been talking about how the charter would work, but I think it’s important to mention that most charters will have a philanthropic aspect too. Just by paying for a week on board, guests will already be helping to fund a research project or scientific breakthrough. We’re in the planning phase right now, but Eva Ramirez-Llodra, the Science Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5306" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="REV Ocean (Company)">REV Ocean</a>, has already received more than a year’s worth of applications from institutions and scientists wanting to do research on board and we’ll be working to match those applications with windows of opportunity for charter. And the guests themselves might bring their own expertise by contributing a new technique or approach to the science we’re doing. After all, many of our charter guests are innovators who have created successful businesses out of their ideas. A charter could be a family, but it could also be a group of business friends or associates, so it’s also about bringing the right people together and using the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="REV Ocean194.9m (639'5&quot;)Vard Group AS2027">REV Ocean</a> as a platform to make a difference.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349198/image/large-a2bff6f4dd324a31f9be8c3d594a5d48.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349198">This article was first published in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/superyacht-times-issue-53-published" target="_blank">Issue 53 of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, available for download here.</a>

REV Ocean science research

Research vessel and superyacht – REV Ocean is setting up to offer unique charter experiences by combining serious science with luxury exploration.


Beyond luxury: a closer look at REV Ocean’s mission to change the seas

Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a> shares its first sustainability report covering the year 2024 with a focus on making a “more responsible future.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/366184/image/large-0488f0a2ae913c397a807ed433c8e54b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/366184">According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a>, the sustainability report “stands as a significant testament to the company’s commitment to sustainable, responsible, and transparent growth.” The report covers an overview of the shipyard’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives and outlines their goals and plans for the upcoming years.Over the years, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a> has been known to actively develop sustainable solutions to the yachting industry, which can be seen in their models and recently launched yachts.For instance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a> BZERO Initiative launched in 2023 aims to apply sustainable solutions to the yachting industry. The project continuously seeks to increase the electric cruising range of yachts in zero-emission mode and integrate hydrogen fuel cell technology on a hybrid or diesel-electric platform onboard Baglietto yachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/345985/image/large-9a0b1950fcf063eb519ea8190d8df4d6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/345985">Notably, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a> launched the 40.93-metre DOM133 series yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12055" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="L'Instant40.93m (134'3&quot;)Baglietto S.p.A.2025">L’Instant</a> in January 2025, featuring a hybrid propulsion system combining diesel engines with electric motors, allowing long operating hours and eliminating emissions and noise. Moreover, the yacht also features recycled ocean plastics and regenerated industrial waste transformed into elegant carpets and fabric.“We believe that investing in sustainability is not only a moral obligation but also a strategic choice to ensure a better future for the next generations,” said Diego Michele Deprati, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a>. “This is why we continue to invest in research and development, embracing innovative solutions and low-impact production processes – such as the BZERO project, which includes the use of green hydrogen as part of the energy and propulsion system for yachts over 50 meters – while always keeping the well-being of people and communities at the heart of our mission.”Key highlights of the sustainability report include the use of environmentally-friendly technologies and materials in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a>’s shipyard operations, implementing corporate policies in diversity, equity and inclusion, support for social initiatives and charitable organizations, and preserving the local heritage of the company.

Baglietto first sustainability report

Italian shipyard Baglietto shares first sustainability report for the year 2024.


Baglietto commits to a “more responsible future” with first sustainability report

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack Yacht Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> have announced that the 69-metre in-build sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> is nearing completion. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/350492/image/large-20a776a1c78e7a6f0f7084e847912eff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/350492">Described as the world’s first sailing superyacht engineered to operate entirely without fossil fuels, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> and is expected to launch at the end of 2025. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365555/image/large-3e4c3785def9492eb29c6fc36025aea8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365555">Developed over more than 60,000 hours of research and engineering, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> is a collaborative endeavour between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra Naval Architects</a>, with input from a cross-disciplinary team of non-marine experts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365559/image/large-ac692ed7ac7c38b0d4e02b270ae811a1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365559"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> is powered solely by renewable sources including wind, solar and thermal energy. All onboard systems including propulsion, lighting, hotel load and utilities operate on electricity stored in a five megawatt-hour battery system. To put that into perspective, this capacity is equivalent to the energy storage of approximately 88 Tesla vehicles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365562/image/large-a8c22ec46a0d4c4b0cdf888472138bd0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365562">The yacht harnesses energy while under sail through hydro-generating thrusters, while a 100-square-metre solar array captures both heat and light at 60 percent efficiency. A wind turbine adds further energy input, drawing power from offshore airflow.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365561/image/large-7f9402d9eadb5d4f5705ae7af0d5a474.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365561">“This project has always been about showing what’s possible,” commented Marnix Hoekstra, Co-Creative Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>. “We wanted to demonstrate that comfort, design, and performance can coexist with fossil-free operation. Our goal wasn’t just to prove that a fossil-free superyacht is viable, it was to create a real-world model others can learn from.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365563/image/large-a86ed4f2cc44ee076dc65c02c70a6515.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365563"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a>’s can accommodate up to 12 guests, with attention paid to utilising sustainable materials onboard. Leather made from pineskin, leathered marble that highlights rather than hides natural imperfections and locally sourced bespoke artworks inspired by global destinations all contribute to her eco-conscious interior design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365560/image/large-4df53f38fb3fb8ca70c6fdd4ef86844b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365560">“From the outset, this has been about building a yacht that reflects a future we all recognise is coming. It’s a privilege to help bring that future into reality,” added Louis Hamming of Vitters.Following the yacht’s technical launch, the project team will commence mast stepping and begin the process of activating the advanced systems onboard. Extensive sea trials will follow, testing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a>’s renewable energy systems and the software designed to manage her operations. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365565/image/large-5450b1ba57c618623873f9cb9eaa3c85.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365565">All system data, designs and technical insights from the project will be made freely available via FoundationZero.org, with the aim of supporting designers, engineers and researchers in applying the same technologies to future projects.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365564/image/large-5ecd045490f327e930a342f8c742649f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365564">“This project isn’t about showing how good we are, nor even specifically about the yacht itself,” concluded Eduard van Benthem, Executive Director of Foundation Zero. “We are really trying to showcase how we can do things better and inspire others to join us on the journey, to learn together and to share the knowledge.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365567/image/large-f8e82cf19c8160071e95f17897079b67.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365567">In addition to private use and limited charter availability, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> will also function as a platform for scientific research. The yacht will support studies in renewable marine technology and ocean sustainability, helping to shape a cleaner and more innovative future for the yachting industry.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> has an expected delivery date of 2026, more than seven years since the initial idea was conceived.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365568/image/large-ddd95d9367bf908ff3b5c55c8692405f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365568">

Project Zero: World's First Fossil-Free Sailing Superyacht Nears Completion

The 69m sailing yacht Project Zero, the world’s first fossil-free superyacht, is nearing completion and set to launch by the end of 2025.

69m fossil-free Vitters yacht Project Zero nears completion

The 77.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Golden Yachts Ltd. (Company)">Golden Yachts</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> has entered the market with Crispin Baynes and Dimitris Maroulis of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>. Launched in 2023, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/malia/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Malia for sale</a> offers the opportunity to acquire a recently delivered superyacht. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395308/image/large-610ddca98daa5b7f98b8d1267733e13e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395308">Spanning 2,165 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/76" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Vafiadis (Company)">Studio Vafiadis</a>, with interior design in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1156" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Massari Design S.r.l. (Company)">Massari Design</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/of-type=motor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> showcases a refined, contemporary design aesthetic, incorporating over 250 different finishes from exotic woods to precious stones.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395336/image/large-c570914ad04e977329dc7db2513097e1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395336"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395335/image/large-55bddda7903d41cb2f705e6bd3fd43ca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395335">Malia</a> has had one owner since her delivery and has benefitted from an additional €5 million investment in system upgrades. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> enters the market in turnkey condition and is perfect for an owner seeking a modern superyacht with strong cruising capabilities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395334/image/large-32b9028a16770cdfc762fe228ac73d34.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395334"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> boasts sculptural elements such as illuminated waves in her main and upper saloons, alongside cascading chandeliers entwined around the spiral staircase. Full-height windows throughout create bright, open interiors, creating a seamless connection to the sea. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395324/image/large-7d58f972f50aaf3923dcb84568ec537b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395324"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395328/image/large-b566dc5d69d0ccab2bc5fc8ad53cbf2e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395328" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Malia</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 17 guests across eight sumptuous staterooms, with her full-beam master suite situated on the main deck. The suite includes a private lounge and an adjoining twin stateroom, ideal for children.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395327/image/large-44ad27a2240606b7764f98bc6c682ef7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395327"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395330/image/large-38eb23559a47928ea992e24f846dee46.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395330"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395326/image/large-0d3f5f27ea2bf37e9fb973726b87763d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395326">The remaining guest staterooms onboard the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/built-by=golden-yachts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Golden yacht for sale</a> include two additional double staterooms located on the main deck, while her lower deck features one twin and three further double staterooms.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395318/image/large-0efb695a2713cb04b4c14cec12f13dd5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395318"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395317/image/large-120a33d8adc14d20d0b528ba63ea2553.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395317">Moving outside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> has been designed with entertainment and relaxation in mind. Her main deck is equipped with a pool, while her sun deck includes a bar, Jacuzzi and lounge area and her upper deck is home to an alfresco dining space.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395316/image/large-220a0c0018da75a0923f7956c3d56170.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395316">&nbsp;A key defining feature of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> is her lower deck beach club, which opens directly onto a vast swim platform, with fold-down sea terraces on both sides extending the space, creating a calm, sea-level retreat with uninterrupted views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395339/image/large-63611f21dc17efc0c0e7fdf3b9a32659.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395339"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395337/image/large-41330c76814263c1c61e369a53859bcb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395337">The space is furnished with relaxed seating, a wet bar, and generous lounging space. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> also discreetly incorporates a hammam, sauna and massage suite, allowing guests to unwind in their own private oasis.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395320/image/large-0c5862b1523180d24a82b57487ebbb71.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395320">Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> delivers proven ocean‑going capability, thanks to 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 provide her with a top speed of 19 knots, a cruising speed of 16.5 knots and an impressive range of 4,872 nautical miles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395309/image/large-fe0ae396201d0d8ddc3dbd680deb2545.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395309"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> will be available for inspection at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/338" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2026">Monaco Yacht Show 2026</a>, should she remain on the market.(All images courtesy of Burgess.)

Malia: 78m Golden yacht for sale for the first time

The 77.7-metre Golden Yachts superyacht Malia has entered the market with Crispin Baynes and Dimitris Maroulis of Burgess.

Newly-delivered 78m Golden superyacht Malia for sale for the first time

The 26.14-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lewenslust 26.14m (85'9&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2017">Lewenslust</a> has been sold in an in-house deal at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>, with Marc Haëndle representing both the buyer and the seller. The deal was completed within only 30 days.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291207/image/large-b7143f459f5dc27716d7361d38068b12.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291207">Delivered in 2017 by the Italian shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lewenslust 26.14m (85'9&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2017">Lewenslust</a> is a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> 850 flybridge yacht with a beam of 6.28-metres and a draft of two-metres.She features exterior and interior 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 naval architecture was developed in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a>. The model is recognised for offering the volume and amenities typically associated with larger yachts within her compact platform, as noted by the broker.Covering 85 GT, accommodation onboard is arranged for up to eight guests across four well-appointed staterooms. Separate quarters provide accommodation for a crew of three, including her captain.In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lewenslust 26.14m (85'9&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2017">Lewenslust</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 27 knots and a top speed of 32 knots.According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lewenslust 26.14m (85'9&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2017">Lewenslust</a> was last refitted in Spain in 2026.At the time of her sale, she had a last known asking price of €3,490,000Image provided courtesy of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>.

 26m Ferretti motor yacht Lewenslust sold

The 26-metre Ferretti 850 motor yacht Lewenslust has been sold in an in-house deal at Camper & Nicholsons.


The 35.75-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> motor yacht Sabbatical has been sold and renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rise Above35.75m (117'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2022">Rise Above</a>. Yannick Altevolmer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/120" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Drettmann Yachts (Company)">Drettmann Yachts</a> introduced the buyer, while Bram Noë of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lengers Yachts (Company)">Lengers Yachts</a> represented the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388135/image/large-afde93b642a743b980378e153b0e6f73.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388135">With a beam of 7.9-metres and a draft of 1.96-metres, the yacht features naval architecture penned in-house by her builder. Meanwhile, her exterior design was crafted 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>.Delivered in 2022, the Sanlorenzo SD118 yacht can accommodate up to 12 guests across five well-appointed staterooms. One of her highlights include a generous beach club with fold-down platforms.Regarding her propulsion system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rise Above35.75m (117'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2022">Rise Above</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 19 knots.At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rise Above35.75m (117'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2022">Rise Above</a> had a last known asking price of €11,950,000.Photo courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lengers Yachts (Company)">Lengers Yachts</a>.

Sanlorenzo yacht Rise Above sold

 The 35.75-metre Sanlorenzo motor yacht Sabbatical has been sold.


36m Sanlorenzo yacht Sabbatical sold and renamed Rise Above

The 31-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">Cantiere delle Marche</a> (CdM) motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mon Coeur31.0m (101'8&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2026">Mon Coeur</a> has been launched. She was sold in February 2024 to an Australian owner and marks <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">CdM’s</a> third launch this year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395301/image/large-c080cda3183e7821d403275da61c8a67.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395301">“We built this yacht for her owners, their vision,” said the shipyard’s co-founder and CEO Vasco Buonpensiere. “The RJ family had never ventured this compact before <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mon Coeur31.0m (101'8&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2026">Mon Coeur</a> came along. She exists because someone dreamed her and both designer Paszkowski and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">Cantiere delle Marche&nbsp;</a>turned that dream into reality.”The RJ 102 model features sleek exterior design developed in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/586" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Francesco Paszkowski (Company)">Francesco Paszkowski</a>. Her profile is characterised by a sinuously curved stern, flared bow and subtly recessed windows.“We faced a puzzle when entrusted to design the RJ102: how do you preserve the commanding presence and go-anywhere confidence of a larger yacht in a rather small package? The answer arrives today,” explained designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/586" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Francesco Paszkowski (Company)">Francesco Paszkowski</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395303/image/large-da560583c8c4a48a0fca637d123e6efd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395303">Inside, the interiors have been designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cassetta Yacht Designers (Company)">Giorgio M. Cassetta</a>. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mon Coeur31.0m (101'8&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2026">Mon Coeur’s</a> mission is to serve as a base camp for a couple exploring the world from aboard her,” said designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cassetta Yacht Designers (Company)">Giorgio M. Cassetta</a>. The design reportedly combines understated elegance with warm, richly detailed finishes, incorporating natural materials, organic forms and bespoke furnishings throughout.&nbsp;According to the designer, the highly customised layout prioritises spacious living areas for a smaller number of guests, creating an intimate setting focused on shared experiences. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mon Coeur31.0m (101'8&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2026">Mon Coeur</a> can accommodate nine guests across four staterooms and a multi-functional room, which can be converted into a fifth cabin.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395302/image/large-703588e7b8eee9a4ca3eab344a2b55f4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395302">The owner explained that working with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">Cantiere delle Marche</a> on the creation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mon Coeur31.0m (101'8&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2026">Mon Coeur</a> had been a rewarding and memorable experience. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mon Coeur31.0m (101'8&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2026">Mon Coeur</a> is more than a yacht; it’s the culmination of a wonderful partnership and the beginning of countless adventures ahead. We couldn’t be prouder or more grateful to the entire <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mon Coeur31.0m (101'8&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2026">CdM</a> family for helping us bring this dream to life,“ concluded Mon Couer’s owners.In terms of propulsion system, the yacht 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, giving her a cruising range of 3,500 nautical miles at 10 knots.According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" target="_blank">SuperYacht Times iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">CdM</a> has several yacht in-build, including three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">CdM</a> Flexplorer 165 yachts.Photos provided courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">CdM</a>.

CdM yacht Mon Coeur launched

The 31-metre CdM motor yacht Mon Coeur has been launched.

31m CdM motor yacht Mon Coeur launched

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard Group</a> has announced that they have signed a contract with Gabe Newell’s research organisation Inkfish, for the design and construction of the 162-metre research vessel, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395225/image/large-4c78689c1e771914267757e7a61bcfaf.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395225">Constructed to the design of the Vard 9 42 platform, the contract is valued at nearly €700 million and is the largest order ever secured by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard</a> for one single vessel. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a> will build on the engineering and design foundations of the 100-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV6000100.0m (328'1&quot;)Vard Group AS2028">RV6000</a>, Inkfish’s first purpose-built research vessel.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV6000100.0m (328'1&quot;)Vard Group AS2028">RV6000</a> will carry a 6,000-metre-capable remotely operated vehicle for submarine rescue and ocean science and will join Inkfish’s growing fleet, alongside RV&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2832" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydra55.75m (182'11&quot;)Auroux1974">Hydra</a> and RV&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10637" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dagon68.28m (224'0&quot;)Tacoma Boat Building Co1985">Dagon</a>; with all vessels supporting marine research globally and contributing data to open-sourced repositories.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64326" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="From gaming to yachting: Gabe Newell on life at sea and building the future with Oceanco (2025-09-25 13:30:00 +0200)">From gaming to yachting: Gabe Newell on life at sea and building the future with Oceanco</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395287/image/large-3a702d68a469624e332aad3bd22c80ed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395287">Developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard</a> Design, in collaboration with Inkfish, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7198" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YTMC Limited (Company)">YTMC</a> and the support of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/295" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fincantieri Yachts (Company)">Fincantieri Group</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a> is designed for seafloor mapping, corer operations, submarine handling and support and ROV operations at depths of up to 11,000 metres.The custom-built platform allows <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a> to push the boundaries of what is possible for marine research, by bringing researchers, shipbuilders and operators together from the outset to ensure her design is driven directly by scientific ambition and need.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395288/image/large-4693f84eeca13baa97fa030368e74634.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395288">With a beam of 28-metres, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a> is equipped with four stabilisers for reduced motions and accelerations, with up to 12 hours of operation in silent mode, thanks to an integrated battery system.&nbsp;This battery system will be the largest ever installed on a vessel and will enable <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a> to operate for 12 hours with silent scientific sub conditions. The vessel will also be certified in accordance with the latest IACS cybersecurity requirements, allowing her to function against modern-day digital threats.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395289/image/large-4eb09424d8cbe2cb74702a5764d86c60.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395289">“We are extremely proud that Inkfish has returned to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard Group</a> for another research vessel,” explained Cathrine Kristiseter Marti, CEO at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard Group</a>. “This vessel is truly unique in all terms with a high level of new design ideas and technological solutions.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a> will be equipped with a Conductivity, Temperature and Depth system (CTD) for high-precision measurement, alongside an offshore crane on her port side for operations down to 2,500 metres, with active heave compensation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395282/image/large-642b8c599cfebc1cae8d31c942d060a6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395282"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a> also boasts a newly developed bridge concept, where the operator environment is expanded beyond traditional navigation to include research and safety functions. As well as this, she will also be equipped with a comprehensive SeaQ solution from Vard Electro, covering power, control, bridge and communication systems in one integrated delivery.Additionally, Seaonics will provide a comprehensive and advanced lift and handling package to support Inkfish’s research missions. The package includes an A-frame system, scientific winch system, launch and recovery system for ROV with 11,000 metre depth capacity, shipboard cranes and an offshore crane. The delivery also includes Corer System, CTD System, Moonpool, Hatches and Drop Keel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395283/image/large-8adcacf09a08fbf8ae0a7ed8ed47ddd7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395283">“No other vessel has combined such a wide range of newly developed and highly advanced technologies into a single platform dedicated to operating at the deepest parts of the ocean,” added Rune Rødset, SVP Sales and Marketing at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard</a>.&nbsp;In terms of accommodation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 130 crew members and scientists, mostly in single cabins, along with extensive public facilities. There will also be dedicated working spaces such as offices, laboratories and workshops for scientific research.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395285/image/large-b719bc436cb4e5fa282827d6b64caba6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395285"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a> sees Vard Interiors combine high-end interior design in the crew and public areas with advanced HVAC and piping systems. Her HVAC system meets Comfort Class with C1 standards, delivering high indoor air quality and 100 percent fresh air ventilation.Advanced air purification, continuous monitoring and an efficient heat pump solutions also ensure both comfort and operational reliability, while supporting future smart vessel capabilities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395284/image/large-c8bdbc2ca50a956e0133c08546486d68.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395284">“Being part of a project of this magnitude is both humbling and inspiring,” concluded Rødset. &nbsp;“The innovation level and the determination from Inkfish have resulted in a vessel that stands in a class of its own.”The hull of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a> will be built at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard</a> Shipyards Romania, Tulcea, while the outfitting, commissioning and delivery will be from one of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard</a>’s yards in Norway. Delivery is scheduled to be Q1 2030.Gabe Newell is the co-founder, president and majority owner of the video game company Valve Corporation. He is also the owner of Inkfish and the shareholder of Dutch yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>.&nbsp;Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/63947" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gabe Newell buys Oceanco (2025-08-01 10:15:00 +0200)">Gabe Newell buys Oceanco</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/372661/image/large-efbaa1c91bfa6988f938d8e2732895dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/372661"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64326" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="From gaming to yachting: Gabe Newell on life at sea and building the future with Oceanco (2025-09-25 13:30:00 +0200)">In September 2025, Gabe Newell revealed in an exclusive interview</a> that he is the owner of the 78.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rocinante78.4m (257'3&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2008">Rocinante</a>, the 72.15-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Game Changer72.15m (236'9&quot;)Damen Yachting2017">Game Changer</a>, the 92.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4018" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Draak92.8m (304'6&quot;)Oceanco2014">Draak</a> and the new-build 111-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leviathan111.0m (364'2&quot;)Oceanco2025">Leviathan</a> by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>.&nbsp;Among his research platforms, there is the 68.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tacoma Boat Building Co (Company)">Tacoma Boat Building</a> vessel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10637" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dagon68.28m (224'0&quot;)Tacoma Boat Building Co1985">Dagon</a> which operates as a full-ocean-depth surface platform and the 55.75-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1643" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Auroux (Company)">Auroux</a> vessel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2832" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydra55.75m (182'11&quot;)Auroux1974">Hydra</a> which is designed for coastal studies.He also has a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16439" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachting Developments 35m Sportfisherman35.0m (114'10&quot;)Yachting Developments2027">35-metre sportfisher</a> in development at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/474" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachting Developments (Company)">Yachting Developments</a>, that will travel with the main boat and the support boat, as well as the previously mentioned in-build 100-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV6000100.0m (328'1&quot;)Vard Group AS2028">RV6000</a> and the new 162-metre research vessel, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a>.&nbsp;

Vard signs contract with Inkfish for 162m research vessel RV11000

Vard has announced that they have signed a contract with Gabe Newell’s research organisation Inkfish for the 162m RV11000 research vessel.

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Vard signs contract with Gabe Newell’s Inkfish for 162m RV11000 research vessel

The 37.14-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a> explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12040" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="One Zero37.14m (121'10&quot;)Numarine2024">One Zero</a> has been listed for sale with Alexander Kaev of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phoenix Yacht Management (Company)">Phoenix Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314952/image/large-c86ac7f94b9ecfee4be448f023af5cb7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314952">Delivered in 2024 by the Turkish shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12040" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="One Zero37.14m (121'10&quot;)Numarine2024">One Zero</a> is a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a> 37XP explorer yacht, and was previously known as Maya. She features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Can Yalman (Company)">Can Yalman</a>, with interior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7625" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rezzan Benardete Interiors (Company)">Rezzan Benardete Interiors</a>. Her naval architecture was crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Umberto Tagliavini - Marine Design & Services (Company)">Umberto Tagliavini - Marine Design &amp; Services</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314974/image/large-d719affc1d779cd3439c629f92cbc106.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314974">Constructed with a steel hull and GRP superstructure, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/of-type=motor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> has a beam of eight meters and a draught of 2.51-metres. With a volume of 362 GT, &nbsp;she merges long-cruising capability with volumes typically associated with larger explorer yachts of her class.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314958/image/large-2994cb0e5df9452ac94c45f4d7e0ff1f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314958"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314957/image/large-a9092fd4a877cca3fbb569e0b36ffdc3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314957" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Outside, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>’s outdoor spaces are centred around her 84-square-metre flybridge complete with lounge and dining spaces beneath adjustable skylight panels. Additional guest amenities include a spacious beach club featuring a swimming platform, lounge area and sauna, alongside generous aft deck spaces designed for extended periods onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314975/image/large-6af7238b6ca39f8c45c72542827bf2d4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314975">Stepping inside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12040" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="One Zero37.14m (121'10&quot;)Numarine2024">yacht One Zero for sale</a> displays a warm and contemporary interior defined by soft neutral colours and sculptural furniture pieces. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314959/image/large-ffc1abd01ba366255ad552e026eb2530.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314959">Her main saloon, that seamlessly flows to the dining area, benefits from floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light and the uninterrupted views of the ocean. Her generous lounge seating is arranged around statement coffee tables, paired with a reflective ceiling and accent lighting that adds depth.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314972/image/large-2160246e27292d7ecfde2579d53a5cfe.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314972">Accommodation onboard the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/built-by=numarine" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Numarine yacht for sale</a> is arranged for up to 12 guests across six staterooms, including a forward-facing owner's suite on the main deck. Dedicated crew quarters accommodate up to eight crew members, including her captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314966/image/large-57549de0d34ea2f755d872479c3b9a18.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314966">In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12040" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="One Zero37.14m (121'10&quot;)Numarine2024">One Zero yacht for sale</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 14 knots. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314956/image/large-a13f856e3be1959717d18f86416de723.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314956">Images courtesy of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a>.

37m Numarine yacht One Zero for sale

37-metre Numarine explorer yacht One Zero has been listed for sale with Alexander Kaev of Phoenix Yachts. 

Born not from market demand but from a visionary’s insistence that nothing afloat quite matched an owner’s ambition of circumnavigating the globe, is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a>, a 44.2-metre sailing catamaran. Her captain, Gavin Bladen, who has been with the superyacht since her birth, shares the story of how a search turned into a choice to build, eventually allowing the captain, the yacht’s owner as well as charter guests to circumnavigate the globe and experience some of the world’s most spectacular sights along the way.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258035/image/large-831af2adae2c1c19c203ed188fb6fc4a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258035">From searching to buildingFollowing a three-month pursuit of finding the right naval architect, the search led to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/39" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VPLP Design (Company)">VPLP</a> in Paris and architects Marc Van Peteghem and Vincent Lauriot-Prévost. For a year and a half, Gavin relocated from the Caribbean to sit shoulder to shoulder with the design team in Paris, refining a yacht that would be a purpose-built platform for tropical cruising and global exploration.The initial project began in 2004, yet <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a>, built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a>, wasn’t launched until 2011, when she made her debut at the Monaco Yacht Show. She entered the market as the largest sailing catamaran in the world by length, a title she held for over a decade. Measuring 44.2-metres with a beam of 16.6-metres and a gross tonnage of 499 GT, she remains one of the most voluminous sailing catamarans afloat. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258054/image/large-26f3f8c149deecb32e98452e17976759.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258054"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a> is designed to accommodate up to 12 guests across five staterooms, two of which are luxurious VIPs which can be joined. A crew of 10, including the captain, ensures smooth sailing across the seven seas while guests can enjoy uninterrupted 360-degree views from the main saloon. Her expansive aft deck and generous flybridge challenge long-held misconceptions about catamaran proportions, and across the entire yacht there is the feeling of spaciousness.The interior, realised by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/25" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Michael Leach Design Ltd. (Company)">Michael Leach Design</a>, is textured, contemporary and, perhaps most importantly, enduring. 14 years on, the original flooring remains in place, having been selected for both aesthetic depth and durability. High-wear materials were specified throughout, with indoor-outdoor fabrics chosen for their high-rub characteristics to be able to endure heavy charter use without compromise. The approach reflects an understanding that true longevity lies not in ornament but in thoughtful selection.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258057/image/large-d7aa3f89215803385e9eb6e75f4e5420.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258057">Globe trotter<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a> was built for circumnavigation, and has done so three separate times, visiting over 75 countries along the way. From Columbia to the Mediterranean and from India all the way to the Caribbean, there isn’t an ocean <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a> hasn’t crossed.For Captain Gavin, who has had the joy of navigating the sailing catamaran and her crew of 10 along on all these adventures, French Polynesia remains the ultimate cruising ground. “If I could only charter in one country for the rest of my life, it would be French Polynesia.”With over four years of experience cruising French Polynesia, Captain Gavin and his crew know the archipelago like the back of their hand. “It’s stunning, the water wildlife is amazing and the diving is phenomenal.” It’s the type of place that leaves a lasting impression on charter guests and crew alike. “There are spots where we can put our guests in the water with 500 to 700 grey reef sharks during a single dive in South Fakarava in the Tuamotus.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394790/image/large-e498eca3b04e1a3bcfa3d7e89794c902.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394790">Such immersion into wildlife is central to the yacht’s ethos. In Papua New Guinea, guests have ventured into rainforest villages to witness fire dancers, while in Australia, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a> supported filming ‘Welcome to Earth’ for National Geographic. The episode featuring <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a>, titled ‘Power of Scent’, highlights the relationship of tiger sharks and the critical nesting site for green turtles at Raine Island on the Great Barrier Reef. She became the first foreign-flagged superyacht to legally charter in Australia under the relevant regulations, a milestone that underscores her operational ambition.Captain Gavin has navigated the sailing catamaran to the Norwegian fjords, where guests outfitted with crampons traversed ice and dined next to waterfalls. In New Zealand, charter itineraries combined time cruising through Milford Sound and diving expeditions off Stewart Island with time ashore in varying wine regions. No matter where <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a> sails to, the agenda is set to highlight each location’s unique qualities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258055/image/large-bd341c48a82ba01379ccaa0fcd0f018b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258055"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a>&nbsp;for charterWhat makes chartering <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a> so special isn’t just that she’s one of the most iconic sailing catamarans to ever be built, nor her incredible chartering route, but also her crew, who feel closer to family than colleagues. Half of Gavin’s current crew has been with him and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a> for over eight years, and one crew member has been onboard for 12 years.&nbsp;In today’s industry, the retention of crew is much rarer than when Gavin joined: “When I started in the industry, it was about travelling, about adventure and getting the experience.” Considering the remote destinations the superyacht travels, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a>’s crew remains eager not only to adventure, but to share the experience with both the owner and charter guests too.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a> usually sees about 10 to 11 weeks of charter per year, with guests that are as adventurous as her crew, often returning for new voyages across varying regions. Plans for the coming day are discussed between dinner courses, and largely centre around diving and fishing excursions. However, she is also a phenomenal platform for more conventional trips around the Mediterranean; and is outfitted with comprehensive equipment”. The yacht has comprehensive equipment and expertise onboard with the entire crew being well-versed in various water activities. The captain himself comes from a diving background, “I used to be on the great on the Great Barrier Reef”; a place Gavin still loves to take travellers to.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394789/image/large-4f08bf2a54885a2811a70ed54fd56e57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394789">Sailing towards new horizonsCaptain Gavin and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a> are inseparable, having been part of her every bolt placed and kilometre travelled, yet the iconic superyacht is now looking for a new owner, and is for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>. Ideally the new owner would be someone who is aligned with the yacht’s original vision, someone who is willing to maintain her properly, invest in her crew and continue chartering her across the globe.&nbsp;The captain highlights that it’s about “finding the right person. There's no rush.” The current owner is looking to tidy up certain elements of his life, yet he is still actively travelling with the yacht and has always been active onboard, diving and fishing &nbsp;around the world alongside his friends and family.The bond that exists between the captain, the owner and the yacht is the result of 22 years of working together and seeing some of the most beautiful places in the world; something the captain hopes to share with whomever will come to own <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hemisphere44.2m (145'0&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2011">Hemisphere</a> next.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258061/image/large-7da029ca8bbaa54455d5cd21ee70d634.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258061">

A look at the birth, build and charter of Hemisphere

Step inside the birth, build and circumnavigation of world's most iconic sailing catamaran

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The birth, build and charter of 44m sailing catamaran Hemisphere

The 32-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16828" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gitana 1832.0m (104'12&quot;)CDK Technologies2026">Maxi Edmond de Rothschild trimaran Gitana 18</a> has completed its first stable foiling sea trials following the fitting of her first hydrofoil.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395216/image/large-9a68e0e8588ebef79bc90f6b3e6a32d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395216">The trimaran was launched in February this year following her construction at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6882" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CDK Technologies (Company)">CDK Technologies</a> in Lorient, Brittany. Her recent sea trials took place off the coast of Belle-Île in light wind conditions, with winds between 10 and 13 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395219/image/large-a63ff96529e4c181b222a61bc4465e6b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395219" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65174" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="32m Maxi Edmond de Rothschild trimaran Gitana 18 launched (2026-02-16 09:45:00 +0100)">32m Maxi Edmond de Rothschild trimaran Gitana 18 launched&nbsp;</a>With only five months left until <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16828" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gitana 1832.0m (104'12&quot;)CDK Technologies2026">Gitana 18</a>’s first major sporting event, the Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe, preparations are intensifying for defending race champion Charles Caudrelier, who steered the yacht through her first successful test flights earlier this week.According to the team, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16828" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gitana 1832.0m (104'12&quot;)CDK Technologies2026">Gitana 18</a> departed Lorient at dawn as Caudrelier and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16828" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gitana 1832.0m (104'12&quot;)CDK Technologies2026">Gitana</a> crew headed offshore in search of the breeze needed for the 32-metre, 19-tonne trimaran to take flight for the first time. A few hours later, the trimaran successfully lifted into stable flight.The milestone followed the installation of the trimaran’s starboard hydrofoil, a massive Y-shaped pendulum appendage, developed with a total wingspan exceeding 10-metres, inspired by America’s Cup monohulls.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395222/image/large-4f56e5ad9c1f32462d6a00b6305a6703.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395222">Developed as the successor to the 2017-launched Gitana 17, the new trimaran introduces a more aerodynamic platform capable of transitioning from hybrid operation into full-flight mode. Naval architecture has been developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4347" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Guillaume Verdier Architecture Navale (Company)">Guillaume Verdier Architecture Navale</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8650" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benjamin Muyl (Company)">Benjamin Muyl</a> in collaboration with the Gitana design office.“We knew Gitana 17 inside out. Here, everything is new. From Gitana 17 to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16828" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gitana 1832.0m (104'12&quot;)CDK Technologies2026">Gitana 18</a>, the feel is completely different. The boat is very stiff and responsive, which is exactly what we expected.”The recent trials build on the yacht’s earlier sea trial programme, which focused on checking the vessel’s mechanical systems, steering configuration and sail-handling arrangements before adding the hydrofoil.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395218/image/large-fce28bd8c9558d3c7daab5d7d7fa5179.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395218">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65623" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="32m Maxi Edmond de Rothschild trimaran Gitana 18 on sea trials (2026-03-13 10:00:00 +0100)">32m Maxi Edmond de Rothschild trimaran Gitana 18 on sea trials</a>Beyond the new hydrofoil configuration, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16828" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gitana 1832.0m (104'12&quot;)CDK Technologies2026">Gitana 18</a> also introduces several revised technical systems, including an electric steering system, spreader mast arrangement and a newly developed autopilot created in partnership with WDS.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395220/image/large-e3526ab19d5d817a51c8339007b31594.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395220">“Our foils are truly the finishing touch to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16828" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gitana 1832.0m (104'12&quot;)CDK Technologies2026">Gitana 18</a>, one of the major innovations,” added Caudrelier. “We’ve pushed the design to the limit. These are highly technical components, unprecedented at this scale.”According to the Gitana Team, the yacht’s port-side hydrofoil will be installed over the coming weeks ahead of continued performance trials before her competitive debut later this year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395223/image/large-c91b0531a460261bfe72c9acf46e607f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395223" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">

32m Maxi Edmond de Rothschild trimaran Gitana 18 first foil flight

The 32m Maxi Edmond de Rothschild trimaran Gitana 18's debut flight following the installation of its starboard hydrofoil.


32m Maxi Edmond de Rothschild trimaran Gitana 18 completes first foil flight

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Overmarine</a> has announced the launch of the seventh 44-metre Mangusta Oceano 44 motor yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13292" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lulus44.47m (145'11&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2026">Lulus</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395215/image/large-1fd605b07810d964e7fd462dc6b85266.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395215">Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, she was developed by her builder in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PierLuigi Ausonio Naval Architecture (Company)">P.L.A.N.A. Design</a> and designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Mancini Yacht Design (Company)">Alberto Mancini</a>. The owner also played an active role in the design process, tailoring the yacht to their specific requirements.The yacht was sold by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> in December 2023 and project management throughout the build was overseen by the company's New Build Division.Described by the shipyard as a ‘modern overwater villa,’ <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13292" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lulus44.47m (145'11&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2026">Lulus</a> spans three decks and features contemporary design solutions throughout. Floor-to-ceiling glazing enhances natural light onboard while creating a seamless flow between interior and exterior spaces. One of her standout features is the beach area, which transforms into a 180-degree waterside platform when the transom opens and the side terraces are unfolded.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395215/image/large-1fd605b07810d964e7fd462dc6b85266.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395215">In terms of performance, the Mangusta Oceano 44 reaches a top speed of 15.5 knots and offers a range of 4,500 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 11 knots. She is also equipped with electric zero-speed and underway stabilisers for enhanced comfort at anchor and while underway.The launch ceremony was attended by the owner and their family, friends, the crew, and members of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Overmarine Group</a> team who contributed to the project.“We are deeply proud of, and sincerely grateful for, the trust the owners have placed in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> over the years: first through chartering, now throughout the build and with her art &amp; décor outfitting, and into the future as we manage their distinctive vessel,” concluded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> Italy &amp; Group Head of New Build Managing Director Daniela Duck.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13292" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lulus44.47m (145'11&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2026">Lulus</a> is set to join <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>’ charter fleet following her delivery.

Overmarine Mangusta Oceano yacht Lulus launched

Overmarine has announced the launch of the seventh Mangusta Oceano 44 motor yacht, Lulus

Seventh Mangusta Oceano 44 yacht Lulus launched

Lai Sun Development Company Limited is selling an initial 80 percent stake in leading superyacht services provider <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons International</a>, in a transaction valuing the business at €50 million.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395214/image/large-c14a422e2246a71de936781ef03d2690.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395214">The agreement, signed on 28 May 2026, sees the Hong Kong-listed group divest its majority interest for an initial consideration of €40 million, subject to customary post-completion adjustments. The valuation is based on approximately 12 times FY2025 EBITDA, with management EBITDA reported at around €4.1 million.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons International</a>is a long-established player in the global superyacht industry, offering a full range of services including yacht and charter brokerage, yacht and charter management, new build and design supervision, insurance services, corporate support, and crew placement.The company's CEO Paolo Casani commented on this agreement: "<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> welcomes this investment as an important milestone in the company’s continued &nbsp;growth. The transaction reflects strong confidence in the brand, its global platform, and the expertise &nbsp;of its team. Working alongside our existing shareholders, Lai Sun Group, we look forward to this next &nbsp;chapter and to continuing to build on our strong foundations."The buyer, Wave Expandary Limited, will acquire the stake with a guarantee provided by Sea Expandary Limited. The seller retains the remaining interest in the business under a structured shareholders’ arrangement governing future ownership.Sea Expandary Limited is ultimately linked to a newly established yacht-focused industrial platform in China. The group is associated with an initiative led by JD.com founder Richard Liu Qiangdong. In February 2026, he announced the launch of an independent yacht brand under the “Sea Expandary” name, backed by an investment of approximately USD 700 million.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65463" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JD.com founder Richard Liu invests $700M to establish Sea Expandary yacht brand in China (2026-02-25 10:45:00 +0100)">JD.com founder Richard Liu invests $700M to establish Sea Expandary yacht brand in China</a>The venture is understood to span R&amp;D, manufacturing, sales, brokerage and after-sales services, with a focus on new-energy propulsion systems and broader yacht industry development in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area."The company will continue to operate without disruption, maintaining full continuity across its &nbsp;leadership and suite of yachting services. Clients and partners can expect the same high standards of &nbsp;service and commitment that have long defined <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>," Paolo added.As part of the agreement, both parties have agreed put and call options over the remaining stake, exercisable from 31 December 2027. Each option is estimated at €9.135 million and is linked to the original transaction valuation.For the financial year ended 2025, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> generated revenue of HK$270.7 million and recorded a net profit after tax of HK$13.1 million. Upon completion, Lai Sun expects to recognise a gain of approximately HK$91-92 million, and the business will be deconsolidated from the group’s accounts.&nbsp;Completion remains subject to customary conditions, including shareholder approvals and regulatory clearances, with a long stop date set at 30 September 2026. Lai Sun said the disposal is part of its strategy to streamline its portfolio, improve liquidity, and support working capital and debt repayment objectives."Looking ahead, this development supports the company’s long-term strategic direction, enabling &nbsp;further investment in its capabilities and strengthening its position as a leading global yachting &nbsp;business," concluded Paolo.

Wave Expandary Limited acquires Camper & Nicholsons

Lai Sun Development Company Limited is selling an initial 80 percent stake in Camper & Nicholsons International.
