On the eastern Gulf of Thailand, around an hour and half drive from Bangkok, is Chon Buri: a thriving province that's lured backpackers and bohemians for centuries. It’s no wonder why – Chon Buri has a coastline peppered with natural enclaves of white sand beaches, which are lapped by crystal clear waters. But what is lesser known about the region, is that it’s where <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Concorde Yachts (Company)">Concorde Yachts</a> built and delivered its small dynasty. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245559/image/large-bb6bd4290776c4bdda0695336d9d1617.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245559"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Concorde Yachts (Company)">Concorde Yachts</a> was in operation throughout the 1990s and delivered four yachts; a batch of three sailing yachts between 1991-1994 and then a motor yacht in 1997. The site was commissioned for a project spearheaded by the founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a>, Pekka Koskenkylä, who wanted to design and build three large sailing yachts. The first and third units, the 40-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2340" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Latitude40.0m (131'3&quot;)Concorde Yachts1991">Latitude</a> and the 41.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mirabella41.5m (136'2&quot;)Concorde Yachts1994">Mirabella</a> (ex. Mirabella III), were built for charter. The two yachts, delivered in 1991 and 1994 respectively, were commissioned by the late Joseph Vittoria, CEO of Hertz and then Avis, who was building a commercial sailing yacht fleet.&nbsp;The second unit from the series was the 41-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> (ex. Philanderer), built for another client with very different intentions. “Her original owner was looking for a voluminous sailing yacht that would perfectly suit his personal blue water cruising aspirations,'' Maël Fiolet, Yacht Sales Advisor at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>, explained. “And while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Concorde Yachts (Company)">Concorde Yachts</a> was a small and new operation, it had the weight of some major players behind it. At the time of her construction, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> was well ahead of her time.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245564/image/large-e443ec14a880acef25e009d648acc972.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245564">The three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Concorde Yachts (Company)">Concorde</a> sailing yachts were designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Farr Yacht Design (Company)">Farr Yacht Design</a>, the US-based studio headed up by the revered New Zealand designer Bruce Kenneth Farr, who’s responsible for the design and naval architecture of countless regatta winners. Bruce Farr plied his racing experience into the schematics of these three cruising yachts, opting for hand-woven sandwich laminated fibreglass (GRP) to keep weight down and efficiency up. As Maël Fiolet retells, it wasn’t just Bruce Farr that added credence to these builds, “the entire team was incredibly competent, with talent – architects, suppliers, riggers and engineers – being pulled in from all over the world.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232902/image/large-1043479201ecdd8679b3d848058a0ea9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232902">The results speak for themselves and the triad of sailing yachts were well-loved from the moment they hit the water; Joseph Vittoria’s charter business was booming and was only growing in popularity as he continually grew his fleet, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> was well-loved by her first owner, who enjoyed her privately and as a charter vessel.&nbsp;“We have travelled all over the Mediterranean, from the easternmost areas to the Balearic Islands,” her captain, Pietro Giordano, told SuperYacht Times. “We also enjoyed a season in the Caribbean, covering many miles as we tacked, jibed and motored from island to island. One of my personal favourite memories aboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> was when the owner decided to stop at Madeira on the way back from the Caribbean – the archipelago is pure paradise.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245562/image/large-75e5156516457c0023eaa0598b87058b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245562"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> was built for a life with wind in her sails. &nbsp;As a result, it was imperative for her initial owner that she delivers outstanding comfort and class to fully enhance the sailing experience. She’s a superyacht of the first degree and offers 225 GT of volume spread over three levels. The fact that this is only the second time she’s been put on the market since her delivery over 30 years ago speaks volumes.“The superyacht was acquired in 2019 by a client who had major plans for her,” Maël Fiolet explained. “That very same year, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a>&nbsp;was booked in for a substantial refit and redesigned to a brief headed by the French concept of ‘art de vivre’.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245565/image/large-a1eeba9c145c475a4b6af8d8d306a9e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245565"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232904/image/large-f713f7ddbfe4bec6578467f197e7f7df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232904"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232909/image/large-a26184c24659db1f077e83bb60eb2967.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232909">“The 2019 refit was a game change for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a>,” captain Pietro Giordano added. “The owners have kept the core key features of the yacht and upgraded almost all the technical elements, designed a new fresh interior and revised some of her exterior features. The work is a big evolution compared to what she was, and what her two sister ships offer.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> is modern and refined, furnished with a timeless earthly palette, with natural materials, such as leather, stone and linen found throughout. While her makeover brought her a new sensibility, she hasn’t swayed from the crux of that initial design brief; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> is a haven for socialisation and enjoying long periods out at sea. This is a superyacht with not one but three saloons, two dining areas, as well as a library and screening room. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245561/image/large-7db18c572e626b3786c021ea17997963.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245561">There aren’t many 40-metre sailing yachts with a five stateroom configuration, but <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> is one of them. She can carry as many as 11 guests and six crew. Her accommodation comprises a master suite with a walk-in wardrobe, a VIP suite, two doubles and a guest suite with both a double and a single bed. Each has an ensuite with shower, as well as the usual modern amenities: air conditioning and satellite TV, on-demand movies, and a Bluetooth audio system.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232911/image/large-752c6ac55c90e78c60aec3b8eff62a27.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232911">Alongside this makeover in 2019, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> also had a number of major mechanical upgrades. She received a new engine and gearboxes, two new generators, shafts, and equipment upgrades. All lights, electrical system and plumbing were replaced, and her mast, rigging and sails were also inspected and upgraded. In addition, she benefitted from a full hull inspection, repaired keel and hull joint, copper coat antifouling, and new seacocks. Her stern was also remapped and she now has a full-size garage and a transom door for her beach club. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/216792/image/large-c4c24c33ef8c26f5fabad54631e87a68.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/216792"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/216793/image/large-5126cca0f88e1dfbcaf99f8d268d6f22.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/216793">“Performance wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> is what you’d expect from a blue water cruiser,” her captain explained. She’s equipped with a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a> engine that delivers a cruising speed of 10 knots. “Her seaworthiness is comfortable and reliable, which impressed me a great deal when I first sailed her. After many years on board, I am extremely confident with her in all conditions, both under sail or under engine”.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> comes with a plethora of water toys, &nbsp;including a kayak, water skis, surfboards, wakeboards and stand-up paddleboards, as well as snorkelling and fishing equipment. On top of this, she has a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Highfield Boats (Company)">Highfield</a> 460 with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a> D-Tork tender.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245560/image/large-4ffb141cc5d6ccb7bce714e4a4eb93bd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245560">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pure 241.0m (134'6&quot;)Concorde Yachts1992">Ocean Pure 2</a> is a good fit for someone looking for a proven sailing superyacht where lifestyle on board and volume are the key features. The operating cost can also be well-placed thanks to her charter credentials,” Maël Fiolet concluded. “She also offers a nice transition from motor yacht to sailing yacht thanks to her characteristics.”

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Concorde Yachts' 41m sailing yacht Ocean Pure 2 has lived an interesting life on the water. SYT takes a closer look at her evolution. 

Redefining passion: The evolution of the 41m sailing yacht Ocean Pure 2

Delivered in 1906, the 50.29-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1068" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ramage & Ferguson (Company)">Ramage &amp; Ferguson</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> has completed an extensive refit at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> shipyard in Bijela, Montenegro. We take a look back at her history in the lead up to her 2023 refit, which was completed earlier this year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/320206/image/large-2be028941e8a7825424c046b5642553e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/320206">With a history spanning over a century, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> has survived two World Wars, a shootout incident and was even owned by actor Richard Burton from 1967-1974. She was commissioned in 1906 as a private steam yacht by Scotsman Robert Stewart of Islington, who required a yacht to travel around his land in Kinlochmoidart, at the head of Loch Moidart in Scotland.He commissioned the renowned naval architect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G.L. Watson & Co. Ltd (Company)">G.L Watson</a> to construct her under the name Minota, making her one of the earliest steamboats equipped with electricity and onboard lighting. Minota later served in both World Wars with the Royal Navy and underwent a conversion from steam to diesel between 1945 and 1955.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/320205/image/large-00859813cf073e395d74f8f199eb0306.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/320205">During this time the vessel sailed under the names Cortynia and Odysseia and was owned by a plethora of people, before she was purchased by one of her most famous owners, actor Richard Burton. He allegedly purchased <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> as a gift for actress Elizabeth Taylor, when she won the Oscar for Best Actress for her role in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?It is believed that Burton paid $220,000 (roughly $2,068,789 in today’s value) for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> in 1967 and spent double that amount on her refit. She was named <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> after their children, Kate, Liza and Maria. During his ownership, Burton spoke openly about his love for both Elizabeth and Kalizma, “I have dreams of living with Elizabeth on the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a>and never living on land again,” he once exclaimed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48470/image/large-9e12bd3b727245dc82adb72ed5ad55e0.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48470">Following on from this, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> was owned by British businessman and former Millwall Football Club Chairman Peter John De Savary, who used her as his headquarters during the America’s Cup in the early 1980s. During his ownership he allowed the late Prince Phillip, also known as the Duke of Edinburgh, to be the only guest to board <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> without removing his shoes.&nbsp; Prior to ownership from her new owner Founder of Samena Capital, Shirish Saraf, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> was owned by Vijay Mallya, the former owner of the Formula 1 Sahara Force India team. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/39946/image/large-295e003c96e46db73970c3381681ae45.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39946">However, Shirish Saraf discovered <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> at the age of 30 during a golf tournament in Dubai when he met the yacht’s captain, who invited him back to Creek Marina to visit the boat. He eventually purchased the yacht in 2019 at auction and ended up spending four times the amount he paid to restore her.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295451/image/large-ab01c7d93e92359c251efe0ac594c699.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295451">Lasting four months, the refit saw all new modern solutions integrated into <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a>'s design, while remaining true to her historical aesthetics. Her three main engines and two diesel generators were completely overhauled, with the team facing the challenge of limited space onboard.This meant that the team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> had to carefully plan to determine when each team would be able to work, to avoid potential problems and wasted time. Her engine room piping was also replaced, along with the valves on the yacht’s hull.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319970/image/large-7e0de6e0860b0cdae3c99f660dd01e30.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319970">However, the biggest job was at her helm, where her steering system and rudder shaft needed to be repaired. To resolve the issue of seawater leakage into the steering compartment, which threatened to permanently damage the mechanism, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> workers had to literally crawl into parts of the yacht to repair the damage.&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> engineering department even had to manufacture some new parts for the yacht to ensure everything was installed correctly, and this task was executed masterfully. Her owner also requested a paint job on her upper superstructure.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59255" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="50m motor yacht Kalizma in Montenegro (2023-12-06 08:00:00 +0100)">50m motor yacht Kalizma in Montenegro</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319969/image/large-346a841cab8b09ee081b531bd1b739c9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319969">“Working on the yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> provided immense experience for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> team,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a>. “The work on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> influenced all future approaches to yacht reconstructions, emphasising the continuous need for balance between preserving yachts and their modernisation.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> has since left the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> shipyard and is currently cruising close to Italy, following her refit. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319971/image/large-cb4752d0dd5c9a0075721d90d76ae0fa.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319971">“After the reconstruction of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> team strengthened its commitment to delivering exceptional results while respecting the historical significance of such yachts,” concluded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a>. “By servicing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kalizma50.29m (164'12&quot;)Ramage & Ferguson1906">Kalizma</a> in this way, we highlighted the importance of careful planning and the integration of modern techniques with traditional craftsmanship, as only the combination of these skills produces the best results.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319968/image/large-83cbacaae7cc1abc6d2f6a4810f329bf.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319968">

1906 sailing yacht Kalizma completes refit at Adriatic 42

The 1906 Ramage & Ferguson sailing yacht Kalizma has completed an extensive refit at the Adriatic 42 shipyard in Bijela, Montenegro.

The history and recent refit of the 1906 sailing yacht Kalizma 

Sophie Spicknell delves into the 122-year history of the 55.4-metre superyacht&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madiz55.4m (181'9&quot;)Ailsa Shipyard1902">Madiz</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303565/image/large-3f658f1b58993d63c8b6a1e64c871288.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303565">With a history spanning back over 120 years, the 55.4-metre classic motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madiz55.4m (181'9&quot;)Ailsa Shipyard1902">Madiz</a> is one of just a few yachts to have survived from the early 20th century. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madiz55.4m (181'9&quot;)Ailsa Shipyard1902">Madiz</a> has lived a colourful life since her maiden voyage in 1902 and is one of the oldest yachts to still hold <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyds</a> classification.&nbsp;She started her life at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1642" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ailsa Shipyard (Company)">Ailsa Shipyard</a> in Troon, Scotland, where she was built under the name Triton. Crafted under the meticulous eye of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G.L. Watson & Co. Ltd (Company)">G.L. Watson</a>, she was launched on 27 February 1902, with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyd's Register</a> of Yachts 1903-4, stating she had a length of 44.95-metres. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318054/image/large-e0bd354cd55034e9b11c29e28a0df50a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318054">Initially intended to serve as a supporting vessel for the grand schooner-rigged sailing yacht Gleniffer, Triton found her place in the fleet of James Coats Jr, a philanthropist and avid yachtsman. She remained here, moored alongside Gleniffer at the Gourock Bay and was stored at the James Watt Dock in Greenock, Scotland until his death in 1912, when she was passed to his Executors. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303582/image/large-26bc6a9e4be10ea2e9ee5339ac77b6af.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303582">Following the passing of Coats, Triton found herself under new ownership, with her name changed to Rhouma, as she embarked on a new chapter in the hands of Sir George Bullough. A thoroughbred racehorse breeder and Victorian playboy, Sir George Bullough had named her after his first steam-powered yacht of the same name. Although her history is sparse during his ownership, Triton is believed to have later served as an auxiliary patrol yacht for the Royal Naval during the First World War. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303585/image/large-208f8fc69bed9b25c962076c46402a9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303585">In 1920, Rhouma was registered to Vincent S.E. Grech, who resided at 318 Finchley Road, London, N.W.3. But by 1923, the vessel entered Scott's Shipbuilding &amp; Engineering Co Shipyard in Greenock, where she underwent an extensive rebuild. She was lengthened by almost three-metres to 47.76-metres and was fitted for oil fuel. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303589/image/large-7bcf6b7b48cde74eee8e48bcd611b776.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303589">Rhouma changed hands several times over the next few years, and in 1924 she was registered to Captain C. Oswald Liddell, who renamed her Osprey. By 1938, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyd's Register</a> of Yachts recorded that the vessel was to be renamed Rhouma, but by the following year, she was renamed Hiniesta and registered to Sir Frederick Preston. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303588/image/large-4795613ecebef959027c25f3d968a19f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303588">During World War II, the yacht found herself at the forefront of innovation, and was employed mostly in the research and development of the HFDF (High Frequency Direction Finder) and also as an anti-submarine craft. However, as the war ebbed towards its conclusion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madiz55.4m (181'9&quot;)Ailsa Shipyard1902">Madiz</a>'s duties took on a regal air.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59852" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="120 year old classic 55m motor yacht Madiz for sale (2024-03-04 11:30:00 +0100)">120 year old classic 55m motor yacht Madiz for sale</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303579/image/large-88f492312f31a8997c26de8d9f4296c5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303579">She rose to prominence as the Royal Patrol Yacht, where the esteemed trio of King George VI, Queen Elizabeth, and Princess Elizabeth embarked on a historic journey to Ulster in 1945. Here they viewed 62 surrendered German U-boats anchored in the river Foyle, a stark reminder of the triumph of the Allied forces. Images from the tour showed King George VI, descending from the bridge of the vessel, cheering to crowds and soldiers at Guildhall Square, Londonderry.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303580/image/large-660e8cc9d36586c4eae022387890612d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303580">In 1953, Hiniesta was registered to The International Trust Company of Liberia, in Monrovia, under the name President Roberts, however, in 1954 she was registered to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> and renamed back to Hiniesta. The yacht was eventually acquired by the Honourable John North, second son of the 8th Earl of Guilford, who headed for the Mediterranean onboard her. But in 1968 North decided to sell the yacht, as she lay dormant in Piraeus, Greece. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318055/image/large-c0a127e4a3caddff59dc20da10ed9eae.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318055">In the early 1970s, Hiniesta's journey took an intriguing turn, as she came under the ownership of Konstantinos Keletsekis, a prominent figure within the Greek community. Born in Iran, he was believed to be the President of the Greek community there, with ventures spanning contracting works, shipping, and commercial shrimp fishing. Although no port of registry was recorded at this time, it is believed that this was one of the first times that the yacht was registered to an owner outside of the United Kingdom. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303575/image/large-045e9cefa84945d1a602018d6a73a2c7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303575">In 1972, the yacht was renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madiz55.4m (181'9&quot;)Ailsa Shipyard1902">Madiz</a>, but by 1975, her class was suspended due to the owner's reluctance to adhere to surveys. As a result of this, the last entry for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madiz55.4m (181'9&quot;)Ailsa Shipyard1902">Madiz</a> in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyds Register</a> was for 1977. From here, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madiz55.4m (181'9&quot;)Ailsa Shipyard1902">Madiz</a> was registered to the Conduct Shipping Company in the 1980s, before she was transferred in 1993 to the Prince Trading Corp, based in Monrovia, Liberia. It is believed that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madiz55.4m (181'9&quot;)Ailsa Shipyard1902">Madiz</a> underwent several meticulous refits over the next few years, including new engines. As a result of this, she returned to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyds Register</a> in 2006 with original +100A1, LMC notation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318053/image/large-ac9e4e6069df458da818fa944e0c703c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318053">Today, the steel-hulled motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madiz55.4m (181'9&quot;)Ailsa Shipyard1902">Madiz</a> operates with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1823" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mercedes (Company)">Mercedes</a> 250 horsepower engines and a crew of 10. She features accommodation for up to 14 guests, maintaining the same quintessential British Victorian motifs from her initial launch. Her master suite includes a private exterior deck, while one of her other staterooms is equipped with an office. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303573/image/large-0418f683f6234f4adad9b5a28e457761.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303573"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madiz55.4m (181'9&quot;)Ailsa Shipyard1902">Madiz</a> showcases ample outdoor deck areas for dining and unwinding, including an open sundeck and shaded forward seating. She is also equipped with a six-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> Superflorida tender, as well as a six-metre classic launch.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2831" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madiz55.4m (181'9&quot;)Ailsa Shipyard1902"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303568/image/large-173b0fa3f182b704089d025058c1e1e4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303568">Madiz</a> is currently lying in Perama, Greece and is for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> broker Jean-Marie Recamier and yacht sales advisor Jessica Ruez.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303564/image/large-139de94a67c11c416fc5b5bbf10c88df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303564">This article is featured in&nbsp;Issue 49&nbsp;of the&nbsp;<a href="http://superyachttimes.com/" target="_blank">SuperYacht Times</a>&nbsp;newspaper.&nbsp;You can find a full archive of all previous SuperYacht Times newspapers&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper" target="_blank">here</a>.&nbsp;

Exploring the 122-Year history of the superyacht Madiz

Sophie Spicknell delves into the 122-year history of the 55.4-metre superyacht Madiz.

Marvellous Madiz: Exploring the history of the 122-year old superyacht

Specifically designed for offshore fishing, sport fishing boats or sportfisher yachts are purpose-built vessels that specialise in speed and comfort in rough seas, with the technical equipment for big game fishing adventures. Defined by their distinctive lines, long foredeck and flybridge tuna towers, their open layout makes them ideal for battling fish such as marlin and tuna, allowing anglers the opportunity to engage in intense battles with these prized game fish. But what caused the rise in sportfisher yachts?<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309285/image/large-9ffae369790b9262a91323cae1662b3c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309285">In the 1900s, anglers were having trouble fighting big fish while standing, they instead needed a place to sit while fishing with their equipment, prompting the need for seating arrangements during fishing excursions. Recognising the importance of enhanced visibility for targeting larger catches, captains began modifying their vessels. From here, boatbuilders and shipyards received requests to convert boats that had previously been used for catching fish on the market, into pleasure boats to catch fish for fun or sport.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311265/image/large-60391af01a8875f85cff2cb1dda7a3e6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311265">One of the most famous sportfisher yachts of this era is the 38-foot Wheeler boat Pilar, owned by American novelist Ernest Hemingway. In April 1934, Hemingway commissioned Wheeler to build a modified pleasure yacht based on the shipyard’s Playmate model. Built as Wheeler Hull No. 576, she included a built-in fishing livewell for keeping fish alive onboard, engine set-up, and a roller on the transom to aid in hauling large fish onto the boat.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311264/image/large-2f5b39a549024d70c9435de745244ea3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311264">It is believed that Pilar, pictured above with Hemingway onboard, was named after his wife Pauline and was one of the first boats equipped with a flybridge and outriggers. According to her builder, she further cemented her legendary status when she was the first boat to bring a giant tuna to Bimini’s docks, undamaged by sharks. She evolved over the years as Hemingway fished onboard her, allowing him to spend longer periods of time at sea. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311267/image/large-960dc9e9eec7985fc5cc14dd772beaba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311267">The war effort helped to aid the development of technology and building materials, with the introduction of materials such as fibreglass being used for aircraft. Building on ideas and skills they had gained from World War II, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/243" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rybovich Shipyards (Company)">Rybovich</a> yard, based in Palm Beach County, Florida, developed a boat dedicated to sportfishing. The custom sportfisher, Miss Chevy II, was launched in 1947 and was credited as being one of the breakthrough yachts that influenced the modern sportfisher boat. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311266/image/large-b874438f748b8088823fa74f82f2ae58.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311266">A few years later in 1952, Miss Chevy IV was launched with what would become the signature Rybovich sportfisher look, with a broken sheer, an aluminium tuna-tower, and a transom door. This configuration granted owners extra headroom in the cabin forward, while also reducing the cockpit freeboard to make it easier to haul in large fish.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/275430/image/large-43901b23dde49db5f09e2a44f49625b2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/275430">During this time, other boat builders started to establish themselves as key players in the postwar sportfishing scene. They made the decision to embrace either wood cold-moulding construction techniques, or the emerging fibreglass technology, to develop stronger and lighter boats, a competition that endures in today's market. This combination of factors spurred designers to push the boundaries, resulting in the creation of ever-larger, swifter vessels.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/167093/image/large-1fd68c22f4ae9b2d8f65cf5c616491d3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/167093">Amidst the ongoing evolution of sportfishing yacht construction techniques and propulsion systems, the yachts of today stand as testament to the industry's relentless pursuit of excellence. Modern sportfisher yachts have benefitted from advances in design, materials, and engineering to create faster and more fuel-efficient vessels.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/106444/image/large-00c2ef30b99ee201ce039aa8653cdef5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/106444">Sportfisher yachts still remain popular, with the US dominating the market in both sales and construction. According to Pete Frederiksen, former marketing director at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking Yachts</a>, “Fishing in the US is so popular because of the variety, the accessibility and the number of tournaments that pop up all the time.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183885/image/large-b4e1c341eb744eb2f42e933d3d9bbf84.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183885">The rise may also be down to the plethora of fish available in US waters. Florida’s east coast is brimming with sailfish, tuna, grouper, kingfish to name a few, with the short journey to the Bahamas and the Caribbean boasting the opportunity to catch bonefish and blue marlins. As well as this, the rise may be down to versatility of sportfisher yachts. Non-angling boaters may choose a sportfisher yacht over other motor yachts, for their ability to handle the chop of waves or rougher waters, as well as their interiors which still remain as luxurious as other motor yachts.Insight: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/48281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Insight: Why does the US love sportfishers? (2018-03-21 10:45:00 +0100)">Why does the US love sportfishers?</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/172912/image/large-bc3bda5745ae8ff9fd52c15df9c6f7ff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/172912">Although sportfishers are extremely popular in America, the market in Europe is significantly less. There may be several reasons for this, including stricter licensing requirements and a different style of boating in Europe. According to Roger Sowerbutts, the Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4828" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yacht USA (Company)">Horizon Yachts USA</a>, “People [in Europe] aren’t down there raving about sportfishing.” Simply put, the boating style follows a rich heritage of luxury motor yacht design, much the same as the sportfisher presence in the States is propelled by its origination there.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/300719/image/large-6e2e5994f9473045f70152974a71e6ea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/300719">In the present day, the average size of sportfishing yachts is around 27-metres and although the essence of these vessels remains largely unchanged, certain boats may exhibit varying degrees of flair and break the mould of previous designs. In recent months there has been one sportfisher yacht that has been dominating the headlines, Project 406, also known as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10627" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Special One52.0m (170'7&quot;)Royal Huisman2024">Special One</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309795/image/large-502d838b06a956ec744697ee4ade1617.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309795">Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> and measuring 52-metres, the yacht has garnered the title of the ‘world’s largest true sport fisherman yacht,’ and has aptly been named <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10627" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Special One52.0m (170'7&quot;)Royal Huisman2024">Special One</a>. Designed for an experienced owner who is passionate about fishing, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10627" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Special One52.0m (170'7&quot;)Royal Huisman2024">Special One</a> houses six decks, with an interior volume of around 500 GT. &nbsp;She has been entirely crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> and is characterised by a long bow and high bulwarks sweeping through a clear sheer, to a low and uncluttered cockpit aft. Her high tower offers outstanding views, with a downward angle on the water for specialised sportfishing. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7676" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pascarelli Consulting (Company)">Pascarelli Consulting</a> acted as the owner's representative during her build, working with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bush & Noble (Company)">Bush &amp; Noble</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6165" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hampshire Marine (Company)">Hampshire Marine</a>.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/60295" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman 52m sportfisher yacht named Special One (2024-04-26 12:45:00 +0200)">Royal Huisman 52m sportfisher yacht named Special One</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10627" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Special One52.0m (170'7&quot;)Royal Huisman2024"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309793/image/large-d942cc388cac5dca95fb57de14682229.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309793">Special One</a>’s design blends the ultimate sports fishing experience with genuine superyacht scale, comfort, and refinement. Her Alustar aluminium hull and superstructure offer strength and resilience, while her lightweight design facilitates smooth and efficient passages from berth to fishing grounds.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309796/image/large-fb5955ee31ea0a2ba27434cfb0aac6c7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309796">“Not only is she the largest, but without a doubt, the most bespoke, finely appointed, meticulously engineered, and most impressive true sportfish yacht anywhere in the world, matching a typical bespoke <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> motor yacht,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>. &nbsp;“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10627" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Special One52.0m (170'7&quot;)Royal Huisman2024">Special One</a> will turn heads wherever she goes.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309794/image/large-69bca1261eec8c4d3d54306d6a75e1d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309794">From the humble beginnings of vessels like Pilar, to the groundbreaking designs of Miss Chevy IV and beyond, each era has contributed to the refinement and advancement of these purpose-built vessels. As evidenced by the recent unveiling of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10627" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Special One52.0m (170'7&quot;)Royal Huisman2024">Special One</a>, the spirit of innovation continues to drive the industry towards ever greater feats of engineering and design, ensuring that sportfishing yachts remain at the forefront of maritime excellence.

What is a Sportfisher Yacht?

Defined by their distinct lines, long foredeck and flybridge tuna towers, sportfisher yachts have evolved over the years.

The history and evolution of Sportfisher yachts

Launched in 1938, the history of the remarkable 117.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ansaldo (Company)">Ansaldo</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> unfolds as a captivating narrative of unforeseen twists and wartime transformations. Built by the Genoa-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ansaldo (Company)">Ansaldo</a> for Italian state-owned company Regia Azienda Monopolio Banane (RAMB), the vessel features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ansaldo (Company)">Ansaldo</a> and boasts a robust steel hull and lines typical of her period, with distinct features reminiscent of military functionality.Originally destined for service in the banana trade between Africa and Italy under the name Ramb III, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s journey took an unexpected turn with the outbreak of World War II. The grand vessel, instead of ferrying bananas, found herself under the command of the Italian army, reborn as an auxiliary cruiser with a newfound role in the theatre of war transporting meat for the Italian army in Libya.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310593/image/large-b3793fd1459694b7f54975ca36a4475e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310593">Amidst the tumult of war, Ramb III faced a perilous encounter while in the Libyan port of Benghazi when she was struck by torpedoes from the British submarine, HMS Triumph. Unsunk, the yacht survived the attack and sailed 900 miles towards Sicily, Italy, before being hauled to San Marco shipyard in Trieste.As Italy capitulated to the Nazi’s in September 1943, her identity was once again changed. From here, the Germans completed her repairs and converted her into a minelayer named Kiebitz – the German word for the Lapwing bird, whose crest indicates a royal status and whose long, sharp beak is a symbol of his violent nature. During this time, Kiebitz is alleged to have laid over 5,000 mines in the northern Adriatic area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310594/image/large-bd8ec418bbda3d965516d051dfcc0c25.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310594">On 25 November 1944, the vessel faced a formidable setback, hit in an Allied aircraft strike while anchored in Rijeka, Croatia, sinking the yacht. In 1948 the Brodospas supply ship company came to Kiebitz's aid and the vessel was hauled to the surface, using a pioneering technology based on air cylinders, and transported to the Pula-based shipbuilding company, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/880" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Uljanik Shipyard (Company)">Uljanik</a>. There, against the odds, a meticulous reconstruction took place, breathing new life into the resilient vessel which was relaunched in 1952.&nbsp;She was first transformed into a naval training ship, where she found a new role within the ranks of the Yugoslav Navy, before she was used as a residential yacht and sailed under the name she retains to this day – <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> – which translates in several languages to seagull.&nbsp;Despite a pitfalled start to life, the yacht soon garnered distinguished status among the people of Yugoslavia, when Marshal Josip Broz Tito, often revered as the alleged 'Father' of the Yugoslav Republic, was seen conducting an inspection of the boats in the Yugoslav Navy from her deck in 1952. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310588/image/large-3b03f5a2adfd180ea8680447e31bcec1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310588">Elevated to an iconic status, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> became synonymous with Tito's leadership and the pride of the nation. She came to the attention of the world stage in March 1953 when Marshal Tito travelled onboard the vessel from Yugoslavia to the iconic River Thames in London, in response to an invitation from the British government and Prime Minister Winston Churchill.&nbsp;Tito, enamoured by the allure that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> brought to both himself and his regime, often used the vessel for parties and foreign visits from world leaders. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> played host to a plethora of visitors including Nikita Khrushchev, Muammar Gaddafi, and Indira Gandhi, all of which graced her decks during their visits. It is also rumoured that Tito welcomed esteemed film stars Sophia Loren, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>, following Richard’s portrayal of the Yugoslav president in the 1973 film ‘Battle of Sutjeska’. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310589/image/large-cdc14d9e7df1df5c4afd4a6854229a2a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310589">For the next 27 years, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> remained in Tito’s service, participating in official duties for a total of 549 days, 318 of which the Marshal was onboard. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> remained an integral part of Tito's maritime legacy, up until the leader's passing in 1980, with his last journey onboard taking place in 1979. As the geopolitical landscape shifted with the breakup of Yugoslavia in 1991, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s destiny took a new course. She became the property of the Montenegrin government, where the spaces of “the Marshal’s Deck” were opened for visits to schools, and organisations. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310590/image/large-b2713304170b780b1b0c9e5a6aaa1009.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310590"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> was then relocated to Boka Kotorska in Montenegro and at the end of the 1990s she was sold to John Paul Papanicolaou, the same Greek yachtsman who owned the iconic 99.15-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/297" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Canadian Vickers (Company)">Canadian Vickers</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/336" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christina O99.15m (325'4&quot;)Canadian Vickers1943">Christina O</a>. He entrusted Rijeka’s shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/301" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viktor Lenac Shipyard (Company)">Viktor Lenac</a> with the task of repair, however bankruptcy led to the repairs not being completed.In 2006, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> was proclaimed to be an object of Croatian cultural heritage Initially moored on the quayside of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/301" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viktor Lenac Shipyard (Company)">Viktor Lenac Shipyard</a> in Kostrena, a suburb of Rijeka, the vessel later found a new resting place along the enchanting Rijeka waterfront. However, in September 2008 a leak emerged on the starboard side of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s hull, leading to a partial sinking.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310592/image/large-c00f5141576317f056aac2395f436e9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310592"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> remained here until 22 May 2009, when the city of Rijeka acquired <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> for $150,000, a transaction that received confirmation from the High Mercantile Court of Croatia. In a visionary move to breathe new life into the historic vessel, the Mayor of Rijeka made a significant announcement on 16 July 2014 that she would be leased out for mixed use to serve a dual purpose.A portion of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> would be dedicated to a museum, carefully curated to showcase the former President's private rooms and selected engineering spaces. This initiative sought to preserve not only the maritime heritage represented by the vessel, but also to offer visitors a glimpse into the personal quarters of the esteemed Yugoslavian leader.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310591/image/large-90227a3707e839b3d1619c21828a438b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310591">She would also be used as a vibrant hub for commercial activities, with the vision of transforming her decks into spaces for a hotel, restaurants, and bars. This innovative approach aimed not only to safeguard the vessel's historical significance but also to create a dynamic and engaging environment that echoed the footsteps of history while catering to contemporary needs.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/4494/image/large-7801108e46fb5449592d70a32d578bab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/4494">The ambitious refit and rejuvenation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> was undertaken by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6179" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dalmont d.o.o. (Company)">Dalmont</a> in Kraljevica, Croatia, with an estimated cost of approximately €8 million. Although the refit encountered a brief pause in May 2023, the project has since resumed its course. Progress has been steady, with an anticipated completion date set for 2024. The meticulous work being undertaken by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6179" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dalmont d.o.o. (Company)">Dalmont</a> signifies a commitment to preserving <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s storied legacy while ushering it into a new era of functionality and purpose.Upon the completion of the refit, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> is destined for a prominent position in the Rijeka port. The vessel will be transformed into a dual-purpose haven, serving as both a museum and a small hotel with a select number of rooms. Thanks to the project, 80 percent of the ship will be restored, conserved and made available to visitors, while the remaining 20 percent of the space will be reserved for “non-museum” features, such as the restaurant/café bar and hotel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/4495/image/large-a31dd255f82d37dc467f78470aa7caea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/4495">This thoughtful fusion of history and hospitality ensures that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s allure continues to captivate visitors, offering them a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the maritime heritage of Croatia, while focusing on the events that played a significant part in her life.This article is featured in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/issue-48-superyacht-times-newspaper" target="_blank">Issue 48</a>&nbsp;of the SuperYacht Times newspaper.&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">Subscribe now</a>&nbsp;to receive your copy straight to your door and never miss another issue.&nbsp;

117m Ansaldo superyacht Galeb's resilient odyssey

Sophie Spicknell takes a look at Galeb’s expansive history, from wartime woes to a rejuvenating refit. 



Yacht history: The resilient odyssey of the 117m yacht Galeb

Yachts have often been considered status symbols of the wealthy and privileged, with their silhouettes in ports and harbours across the world standing as emblems of trade, wealth and prestige. With the future of yacht design constantly changing, every detail holds significance; and while diminishing in popularity, the figurehead of a boat once stood as a status symbol of tradition and individual expression. <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/j9zpU3gPpYI?&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> Figureheads are elaborately carved sculptures mounted at the bow of a ship, holding a rich maritime tradition that extends from ships to yachts, and more recently superyachts. The tradition of figureheads on vessels spans not only centuries, but countries, appearing throughout history across the globe.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/300777/image/large-5e60526862a282fa2739e1d42364de56.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/300777">Some of the first recorded use of figureheads onboard vessels date back to the Ancient Egyptians from around 3100 B.C. The Ancient Egyptians are said to have carved bull and ram heads, as well as birds onto the forward-most part of a ship's bow, believing that this would make the voyage for those onboard successful, and would also appease the gods.As time progressed, the Romans of the third century would place carvings of their deities on the bows of their galleys. In addition to these divine figures, they were also known to depict centurions to symbolise bravery and strength in combat. This tradition echoes that of the Viking ships which would be adorned with dragons’ heads to ward off malevolent spirits and instil fear into the enemy. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/300781/image/large-53535f2e694385e7db560f8d5842d256.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/300781">The 11th century Bayeux Tapestry displays the story of William of Normandy’s conquest of England in 1066 and depicts the invading ships embellished with figureheads of lions and dragons to serve as a tangible embodiment of ancient legends and beliefs. However, by the 13th century, a new trend in figureheads had emerged in Northern Europe, with swans becoming the favoured embellishment to signify grace and mobility.By the 17th and early 18th century, the lion was once again among the most common figurehead motifs at the bow of boats, symbolising power and strength of those onboard. But it was also around this time that the use of human forms became more popular in the design of figureheads.&nbsp;By the 18th and 19th centuries, figureheads had reached the pinnacle of their artistry. Often known as the “Golden Age of Sail,” figureheads became more elaborate and ornate during this period. The use of full-length human forms, mostly of classical or mythological figures to represent the name of the vessel, was on the rise, partly due to the illiteracy of many sailors during the period.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/300780/image/large-c620de517a577449b2a9ef0811a71f79.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/300780">Many figureheads of this period depicted women revealing one or both breasts. Despite prevailing beliefs that having women onboard was unlucky, sailors held superstitions that a semi-naked sculpted female form could calm the storms at sea.Historically, figureheads served both practical and symbolic purposes. They were initially designed to act as a form of spiritual protection for the ship and its crew, often depicting mythological or religious figures believed to offer guidance and safeguard against maritime perils.The figureheads of today however, have transitioned from their traditional role as symbols of protection, to more of an aesthetic and artistic expression of wealth. A number of modern superyacht owners have commissioned bespoke figureheads that reflect their personal tastes, themes, or even serve as a nod to the vessel's name. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/300776/image/large-928bbb31498cac72b1b05b369ff1d0e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/300776">A prime example of this is the 92.92-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/669" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="EOS92.92m (304'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2006">EOS</a>. Delivered in 2006, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/669" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="EOS92.92m (304'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2006">EOS</a> is one of a few sailing yachts constructed by the Germany-based builder. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/669" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="EOS92.92m (304'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2006">EOS</a> boasts exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Partners (Company)">Langan Design Partners</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/257" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Francois Catroux (Company)">Francois Catroux</a>, with naval architecture by her builder.The three-masted Bermuda rigged schooner was once owned by movie and media billionaire Barry Diller, husband of fashion designer Diane von Fürstenberg and its this famous pairing that led to the creation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/669" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="EOS92.92m (304'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2006">EOS</a>’s figurehead. Named after the Greek Goddess of the dawn, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/669" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="EOS92.92m (304'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2006">EOS</a> features a hand-crafted figurehead at her bow, modelled on Barry Diller’s wife, Diane von Fürstenberg. Crafted in stainless steel by artist Anh Duong, Diane von Fürstenberg modelled for the 2.7-metre figurehead during a series of different sessions.But it's not just sailing yachts that are known to sport figureheads, the modern evolution of maritime aesthetics has led to an increasing rise of motor yachts also showcasing these works of art. Whether evoking a sense of nostalgia for maritime traditions, or pushing the boundaries of contemporary art, figureheads continue to play a role in shaping the identity of yachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/300775/image/large-60f09810263ccad48c9f7eb669aab8cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/300775">In 2010, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> launched the 90.02-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1677" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phoenix 290.02m (295'4&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2010">Phoenix 2</a>, which displays a five-tonne eagle figurehead on her bow. The owner was heavily involved in the design of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1677" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phoenix 290.02m (295'4&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2010">Phoenix 2</a>, with the theme evolving around the Art-Deco stylings of New York. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1677" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phoenix 290.02m (295'4&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2010">Phoenix 2</a> features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>, with naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>. The giant stainless-steel chiselled eagle is said to be reminiscent of the eagles seen on the Chrysler Building in New York, and creates a bold vision for onlookers.&nbsp;Animal figureheads have become a popular theme amongst superyacht owners in recent years, with the 65-metre 2013 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/121" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palmer Johnson Yachts (Company)">Palmer Johnson</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3527" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady M65.0m (213'3&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts2013">Lady M</a> displaying a two-metre pouncing cat on her bow. Although some people have described this as a jaguar or a panther, her designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/65" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuvolari Lenard (Company)">Nuvolari Lenard</a> explains that she is simply just a cat. Crafted by the aluminium welders at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/121" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palmer Johnson Yachts (Company)">Palmer Johnson</a>, the cat motif occurs throughout <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3527" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady M65.0m (213'3&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts2013">Lady M</a>’s design, thanks to the owner’s wife’s love for felines. A graceful cat symbol can be seen on the transom logo of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3527" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady M65.0m (213'3&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts2013">Lady M</a>, and repeated again as emblems on her gates and skylights. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/300884/image/large-e2b2b91f1be240fd957065917b122d01.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/300884">Like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3527" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady M65.0m (213'3&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts2013">Lady M</a>, Pakistani-American billionaire businessman and sports tycoon Shahid Khan’s former yacht is known for its distinctive jaguar figurehead. First seen in 2014 on the 95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht Kismet (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4095" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Whisper95.2m (312'4&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2014">Whisper</a>), the 2.41-metre jaguar figurehead represented his ownership of the NFL football team, the Jacksonville Jaguars.&nbsp;Positioned with one paw in the air and the other resting on an American football helmet, the silver jaguar was constructed by Belgium-based 3D-printing factory Materialise and symbolised elegance and power. The 100kg jaguar was created using 3D printed structural reinforcements, with its outer shell taking up 5.8 percent of the total volume. It was created using 5,000 printed layers, each measuring just 0.5 millimetres and with 10,260 lumens of electric light shining from its eyes. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281145/image/large-49e45fdb7ae6dc0e2d2e3930b28dc7c5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281145">The owner of the 122-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht Jag, now known as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8278" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kismet122.0m (400'3&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Kismet</a>, also sports a jaguar at the bow. The new Kismet features <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>’s iconic elongated bowspirit, with the jaguar figurehead hugging the underside of her bow.However, there is one figurehead that has been dominating the headlines since the yacht’s launch in August 2022. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ 127-metre Oceanco superyacht Koru features an impressive carved wooden figurehead which has been drawing the attention of the world's press for months.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/300912/image/large-d3dc67eb6601eacdbf497c473fdafc88.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/300912"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7500" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Koru127.0m (416'8&quot;)Oceanco2023">Koru</a> is the second largest sailing yacht in the world and the largest yacht built by the Netherlands-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>. Her name derives from the Māori fern-leaf motif, which is a symbol of creation and new beginnings to the native people of New Zealand.When she was launched, online news publications noted how the curvaceous winged figurehead at the bow of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7500" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Koru127.0m (416'8&quot;)Oceanco2023">Koru</a> bore a striking resemblance to Bezos’ fiancé, Lauren Sanchez. The figurehead is dressed in a flowing gown with long hair, which many believed was modelled on the former TV personality. However, in an interview with Vogue magazine last year,Sanchez set the record straight about the design, “I’m very flattered, but it’s not, [me].” <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UHLink2jPLY?&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> The polished female figurehead of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7500" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Koru127.0m (416'8&quot;)Oceanco2023">Koru</a> is instead based on one of Jeff Bezos’ favourite mythological figures, Freyja. The Norse goddess of love, fertility, war, and gold also features a spiral shape necklace, with an unfurling silver fern frond, which signifies creation and perpetual movement.From their origins in ancient civilisations to their modern-day interpretations, figureheads continue to symbolise power, grace, and individuality and shape the identity of yachts. Despite the ever-changing seas of yacht design, figureheads still stand as a reminder of the timeless allure of the ocean and the creativity of the owners onboard.

History of yacht figureheads

Figureheads often stood as symbols of power and strength. We take a look at the history of figureheads from Egyptian beginnings to modern marvels. 

Video: The history of yacht figureheads

“When I first chartered <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> (ex Happy Day) with our family two years ago, I immediately appreciated her timeless elegance,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II’s</a> owner. The 31.62-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> motor yacht boasts the classic <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> silhouette, with a modern interior design, which oozes opulence and sophistication.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280521/image/large-1e67af0f6611c7597719cf057280136d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280521"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> was delivered in 1969 from Italy and features exterior design and naval architecture from her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>. With 180 GT of interior volume, space onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a>&nbsp; has been optimised to allow guests to live in ultimate luxury.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280535/image/large-ce5ae9eb50d5fcccc15067e76b5af94a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280535">“I wanted a boat that would bring me back to the way of travelling of the past, yet with a contemporary feel. One quality that drew me to this particular <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> was the finish of her interiors, the warm oak wood, rather than the very classical mahogany,” her owner added. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> underwent an extensive refit in 2023 under the direction of interior designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7279" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Anouska Hempel (Company)">Anouska Hempel</a>, with inspiration coming from her own 27.13-metre gulet Beluga One.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280538/image/large-bc1992e76b9442fb532eceeaa8604fa9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280538">“I have already collaborated with her on another project and absolutely love every aspect of her style. I wanted to incorporate the striking black details, the vintage trunks and leather baskets, her signature lampshades and black screens, and many of the exotic details that transport the viewer to far away places.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280537/image/large-20cb682fd672cad80ad561691434f603.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280537"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> exudes an air of elegance reminiscent of classic canoe-stern yachts, while offering all of the amenities of the latest superyacht. Her interior design has been carefully crafted with a ‘Beluga-esque’ style, while providing her with her own individual style that emulates refinement and grandeur.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291986/image/large-897408ac4a6aa3ec137b2e85516b18ee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291986">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> is wonderfully unique, her design is where East meets West and I always enjoy playing with this cross over or cultures, history and design,” explained designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7279" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Anouska Hempel (Company)">Anouska Hempel</a>. “ You have the traditional classical elements of truly beautiful Italian style with the folding in of discipline of an Asian influence. The symbiosis of both and the balance between the two make <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> truly magical.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280546/image/large-7a97e55932045e531e4ecb4defd0d7db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280546"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> features a unique interior design that is coherent across each deck to portray tranquillity and relaxation. “The bird motif is a recurring theme throughout the design of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> and is best described as a crane that tries to free itself from the canvas by tearing it with its beak. I found it extremely poetic and inspiring for a family that wishes to travel with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> all around the world,” commented her owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280536/image/large-5086db271d1a776da49d1d2cc298fcd4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280536">“The contrast of textures, the lighting, the balance of light and dark, it is all a dance, and it is so important that the balance is considered and correct. Materials, textures, light and dark are of the utmost importance,” remarked <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7279" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Anouska Hempel (Company)">Anouska Hempel</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280566/image/large-5d74ee44ed3421e3b4eb155c2a149129.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280566"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280564/image/large-f6f1391c0e6c8a38dcafcab9ec757415.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280564">With a four stateroom configuration, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> can accommodate up to 10 guests, with each stateroom appointed in a similar style. Her master stateroom is located on the upper deck and benefits from direct access to the aft exterior lounge. A second master suite is situated forward on the lower deck, and she also features a VIP double and twin stateroom to aft. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280533/image/large-a1967e2b66ffe6d8f8594aa9919aaa43.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280533"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280532/image/large-da7cd314a7acce5da72adbc0d04efb36.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280532"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280528/image/large-651ac78f7d0fa7dfca861d9bb035431f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280528">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> features a wonderfully eclectic mix of drill, cane, Japanese screens, tassels, sudare blinds, herringbone tape, Louis Vuitton trunks, library lights and coolie shades,” commented Anouska Hempel. “Every material and texture is indicative of the crossover of the Italian classical style into simplicity and elegance – which is styled within an inch of its life!”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280571/image/large-6cb33ab5ed11b0b249a5d56f0a18020d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280571"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> offers a range of exterior spaces which allow guests to bask in the sun and enjoy the yacht’s surroundings. “She has four different decks, with each one characterised by a different use,” explained her owner. “We use the upper sun deck for yoga in the morning, sunbathing with the best view during the day and it becomes an outdoor cinema for the kids at night.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280569/image/large-db35f6d057bc7a4fc5b1ee4aa0d2108c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280569"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280567/image/large-2bb26cc01dd5450394ef8af867855617.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280567">The forward deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> is perfect for a sunset aperitivo, while her circular lounge area on the aft deck is better suited to larger alfresco gatherings. “I wanted to create a large indoor dining area, as our family loves to cruise in the winter months,” elucidated her owner. “This allows us to live on the boat just as much indoors as outdoors, thus making <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> a floating house for our family all year round!”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292040/image/large-9a3dc34f2e662a4d3fcf805f2179c510.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292040">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines which propel her to a top speed of 13 knots and a cruising speed of 11.5 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280568/image/large-04c4c8c0f21ae02d6a4b069d710240c9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280568">“I have worked with the owners on their wonderful private residence in Lugano, they are wonderful clients and friends and we have been working together for years. The intention was to pull inspiration from my boat the Beluga and transform this beautiful <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>, with her lovely hull into a glorious statement gliding through the ocean. the result is a daring, different and delightful yacht, which is timeless and tantalising,” concluded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7279" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Anouska Hempel (Company)">Anouska Hempel</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291987/image/large-cb1bcba39d8d594adcfdc13cf0d8e882.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291987" 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;"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sounion II31.62m (103'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1969">Sounion II</a> is currently available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hill Robinson (Company)">Hill Robinson</a>. This article is featured in the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper/newspaper-issue-46" target="_blank">46th edition</a>&nbsp;of the SuperYacht Times newspaper.&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">Subscribe now</a>&nbsp;to receive your copy straight to your door and never miss another issue.

Meet the owner: Historic Benetti yacht Sounion II

SuperYacht Times sat down with the owner and designer of  Sounion II yacht.

From refit to refinement: Onboard the 32m Benetti yacht Sounion II

First hitting the water in 1993, the 30.4-metre classic schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12204" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Captain Cook30.4m (99'9&quot;)Güllük Shipyard1993">Captain Cook</a> has been painstakingly restored by current owners Ahmet and Cigdem Ongun, who uncovered an intriguing history that spans back 30 years.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263523/image/large-b54e8db6ed77028c89c5d52b2577b43a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263523">Built by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Güllük Shipyard (Company)">Güllük Shipyard</a> for an Austrian industrialist, the wooden sailing yacht was originally named Miss Austria. “She was launched the year that Miss Austria became Miss Universe and much like the winner, she had curvaceous lines and proportions; like a gracious lady sitting on the water!” explained owner Ahmet Ongun. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/288753/image/large-d5e9ddef74a5aa44cd47361e696f59e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/288753">But the story of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12204" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Captain Cook30.4m (99'9&quot;)Güllük Shipyard1993">Captain Cook</a>’s ownership is only just beginning, as her owners Ahmet and Cigdem Ongun didn’t purchase her until 2017. It was this sale that revealed the three decades of history that she holds within her framework and the secrets behind her ownership.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/231708/image/large-97f550c5a2ec93eafc8bf68eb094b1cf.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/231708"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/231632/image/large-dc113ba5c0f7277af7520ab2d83fcf7c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/231632">“Miss Universe continued to sail around Turkey with her Austrian owner until one day a German businessman began circling her on a dinghy asking to come onboard,” said Ahmet Ongun. The businessman had fallen in love with Miss Universe and outright offered to purchase her from her Austrian owner. “The Austrian owner explained that he had only just built the yacht and would not go below €1 million, so the German businessman opened his cheque book and wrote the cheque in front of him, much to everyone’s surprise!”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/231710/image/large-5c622f44a70be87d008f677dc5ce385c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/231710">Miss Universe was purchased by the businessman as a gift to his wife and they sailed her to the north Adriatic, where in the following years she was sent to the Caribbean and used as a ‘Honeymoon Charter Yacht’. She was eventually sold to a German family living in Italy, who sailed her in the north Atlantic. It was during this voyage that she was caught in a hurricane and her front mast was damaged and went in for a refit.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/231709/image/large-825abfe134847e8c86720f511c1f7f50.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/231709"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263542/image/large-52932a95ef86f92501dbfafe0271198e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263542">“After we purchased the yacht we found the original <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4976" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Brooklin Boat Yard (Company)">Brooklin Boat Yard</a> drawings dating back to 1999 onboard. They have everything from the name of the boat, to the engineer, as well as drawing of the two Canadian Pine masts that replaced the originals,” recalled Ahmet Ongun. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/231711/image/large-153a2ce9ea2a0300bb35696d300a115f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/231711"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263538/image/large-d6a01d4762e70d790dbed9306520d287.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263538">Throughout the early 2000s the yacht sailed from New York to the Mediterranean, before she was sold to a hotel in Bozburun, Turkey, called Sabrina’s House. “From here she was renamed Miss Sabrina and was used by guests for luxury cruises,” explained Ahmet Ongun. It was during this time that Ahmet and his wife Cigdem Ongun saw her moored directly outside the hotel. “We rushed to see her as she sat there like an ornament on the water,” explained Ahmet Ongun. “She was well-known for being outside the hotel, but she had not been properly maintained and was starting to deteriorate.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/231713/image/large-99c6b72722a68379f47d57918a9237c6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/231713"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263539/image/large-df7b751c352e3811c53097327e4814e9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263539">The Ongun’s purchased Miss Sabrina in 2017 and once she was out of the water they started work on her restoration. The work needed was far beyond what they had expected, but they made a bold move to restore her back to her original glory. The work was completed in 2021, leaving her with a new layout and tasteful British Colonial styling while maintaining her elegant and traditional charm.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/231624/image/large-813904a6aefca264c9b93d3b049a3fbb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/231624">“We used an interior designer from Istanbul and she came up with the right choice of colours and finishes from our perspective. The fabrics are all from well-known Italian manufacturers, but my favourite piece is the brown L-shaped antique leather suite in the lounge area!” said Ahmet Ongun.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263532/image/large-17996209cf3c9a93e12facebca0a6f74.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263532"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/231631/image/large-642a9e73a47b82ccfe32330b9f2d53f1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/231631">Her interior layout was also changed to now accommodate an extra stateroom, consisting of two doubles and an owner’s suite. Each room meets the high-standards of guests with air conditioning and marble bathroom facilities. All of her mechanical elements were also replaced, except her classic engine which was fully rebuilt instead.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263536/image/large-c2e9dbbce176596c22e93dfc303ed2fd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263536"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263535/image/large-bf88f14803ae2433a1f1ee16eb2b2c8a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263535">Once completed, the yacht needed a new name, and for Ahmet and Cigdem there was a clear winner. “I am the Honorary Consul of the Cook Islands and because of the yacht’s classic colonial design, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12204" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Captain Cook30.4m (99'9&quot;)Güllük Shipyard1993">Captain Cook</a> was the perfect name for her!” commented Ahmet Ongun. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/231714/image/large-502b5b62f235a7e56ed9baa8019e326e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/231714">“Since then <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12204" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Captain Cook30.4m (99'9&quot;)Güllük Shipyard1993">Captain Cook</a> has taken us on many surprises and adventures!” laughed Ahmet. “She is a beautiful schooner that turns heads wherever we go. She is our own little piece of history and an iconic sailing yacht.”This article is featured in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/syt-newspaper-issue-45-published" target="_blank">Issue 45 of the SuperYacht Times newspaper.</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">Subscribe now</a>&nbsp;to receive your copy straight to your door and never miss another issue.&nbsp;

The history of the 30m Captain Cook yacht with her owners

 Captain Cook has been painstakingly restored by current owners Ahmet and Cigdem Ongun, who uncovered an intriguing history that spans back 30 years.

Restored to glory: The history of the 30m Captain Cook yacht with her owners

First touching the water in 1885, there are few wooden vessels still afloat with a lineage quite like the 40.58-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Coronet40.54m (133'0&quot;)C&R Poillon1885">Coronet</a>. Built at the shipyard Cornelius &amp; Richard Poillon in Brooklyn, New York the schooner’s history is as varied and vibrant as any sailing yacht ever built, and she is now undergoing a major restoration following her sale to new owners in 2008. Over recent decades, great lengths have been taken to archive the yacht’s history, with Cynthia Goss publishing the Coronet Chronicle in 2005, a deep and well researched historical narrative, and the team behind her current rebuild at Mystic Seaport sharing regular updates on the yacht’s restoration in an online blog. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270050/image/large-daf37f7d520d0b515ec24d9c76fcaa54.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270050">Like many yacht’s of her age, over the century <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Coronet40.54m (133'0&quot;)C&R Poillon1885">Coronet</a> has sparked a passion for classic yachts among many, and there have been an innumerable number of shipwrights and craftsmen who have turned their hand to bringing her back to life. Until only a few months ago, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Coronet40.54m (133'0&quot;)C&R Poillon1885">Coronet</a> was undergoing work at the IYRS School of Technology &amp; Trades in Newport, Rhode Island, where she had been based in a state of advanced disrepair since the early 1995. The yacht was purchased by the school as a student project, providing students with invaluable hands-on experience in the restoration and maintenance of historic wooden vessels.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270048/image/large-f89351657a45a33c3c3fbfe331d9d644.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270048">The flagship of the IYRS, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Coronet40.54m (133'0&quot;)C&R Poillon1885">Coronet</a> was being restored by the ancestors of many sailors who had actually worked aboard the yacht at some point during her 138 year history, and the rebuild was therefore intrinsically tied to the history of the local people. Unfortunately, very little of the yacht’s early history was known, and there was even speculation about who had originally designed her lines, not aided by the fact that she had been superficially amended over the century-plus that she had been afloat. With very little documentation surviving, researchers tracked down surviving members of the Poillon family, searched newspaper reports and eventually began to piece together the early history of the schooner. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270049/image/large-93352f1e3ce9d71825e403aeebeeca6f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270049">According to their research, in 1884, Rufus T. Bush, President of Bush &amp; Denslow Manufacturing Company, NY, put forward a request for the design of a new schooner. C&amp;R Poillon was chosen as the builder, not least for its locality to the owner, but also for its history with the construction of famous schooners such as Montauk, Grayling and 1871 AC winner Sappho.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270047/image/large-77c634eb105b54403411c22dc56a3f3a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270047">Over the coming months, designers across America put forward models for the yacht, and in February 1885, The New York Times announced that a hull had been chosen, with work shortly due to begin. Bush was already a yacht owner, owning the steam ship Falcon which had been built in Washington in 1880, Bush took a long time in selecting his hull, with the Falcon’s captain Christopher Crosby assisting him. It was the Smith &amp; Terry designers from Greenport who won the competition and a model exists of the original hull at The New York Yacht Club.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/277839/image/large-c8a630ff820e656bbf799cc372dcb44a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/277839">During her early years, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Coronet40.54m (133'0&quot;)C&R Poillon1885">Coronet</a> collected many accolades, not least the famous 1887 victory over the schooner Dauntless in the Transatlantic Race which has given her a permanent position in the history books as one of the great American schooners. Her owner Rufus Bush had put forward a $10,000 prize, inviting any yacht owner to take the schooner on in a transatlantic race. The New York Times dedicated an entire first page to the event on March 28th 1887. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270051/image/large-770fd5eb738e251dfcc7ae86cf2f1efb.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270051">In November 2022, the schooner entered the next stage of her long life, arriving at the Henry B. du Pont Preservation Shipyard at Mystic Seaport Museum. The museum website announced the exciting plans for the restoration of the yacht, which is due to take place over the next three years. The reason for her rehoming after more than 25 years at the IYRS, is that the yacht was recently purchased by Crew, a New York-based company that specialises in historic vessel restoration. What her new owner’s have in store for the schooner is currently unknown, but the transition marks an exciting juncture in the yacht’s story and hopefully will soon result in her return to the water after more than two decades.This article was originally published in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper/newspaper-issue-44" target="_blank">Issue 44 of SuperYacht Times newspaper</a>.&nbsp;To read more stories like this one and to never again miss another issue of the SuperYacht Times newspaper,&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">subscribe here</a>.

The history of the 41m yacht Coronet

After more than 25 years in restoration, the 1885 American
schooner Coronet’s restoration is on the finish line at the
Mystic Seaport Museum.

A Golden Age Revival: The history of the 41m yacht Coronet

Launched in 1923 under the name Wildfire, the 32-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/829" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Herreshoff (Company)">Herreshoff</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a> is steeped in a century's worth of history. Celebrating 100 years on the water this year, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a> has sailed the world and holds many secrets and stories beneath her decks.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271313/image/large-7264148a82ffefca5a6f7b315df86b4e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271313">The Herreshoff family heritage spans back over 150 years when blind boat builder John Brown Herreshoff went into partnership with his younger brother, Nathanael Greene Herreshoff, to start the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/829" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Herreshoff (Company)">Herreshoff Manufacturing Company</a>.John dedicated his life to yacht carpentry in a workshop in the small town of Bristol, Rhode Island. With the help of their father, Charles Frederick, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/829" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Herreshoff (Company)">Herreshoff Manufacturing Co</a>. was created and added to the history of naval construction.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271315/image/large-2a764787faf7743f4dbb99080dab7a95.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271315">The company grew in size over the years, and alongside his brothers Nathanael and James Herreshoff, the family brought many boats to life, including the legendary 1903 schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4977" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ingomar53.88m (176'9&quot;)GraafShip">Ingomar</a>. John passed away in 1915, and Nathanael Herreshoff took the helm, which led to the creation of the steel schooner Wildfire.Known as Project 891, Wildfire was constructed in 1922 and launched in 1923. Wildfire was commissioned by Charles L. Harding, commodore of the New York Yacht Club for a cost of $76,000, which is around $1,348,280 in today’s valuation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271314/image/large-abf0aab29ca7e0c9a8efc56d89a48556.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271314">Wildfire was launched with a 20.5-feet beam, an almost 4-metre draft, and an overall length of 95 feet (29-metres). The impressive schooner won regattas and tournaments, including the Schooner Cup in 1924.In 1949, Wildfire entered the Brazilian waters after being purchased by Jorge Bhering de Matos in the United States. She was then sold to Dircea Fortouta, an industrial entrepreneur, who christened her <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a>– meaning a daring, bold woman who is ready for any challenge.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271318/image/large-5f0e71067010a50452c710779dfd7954.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271318"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a> spent 45 years in Brazil, in the Guanabara Bay located in Southeast Brazil in the state of Rio de Janeiro were she welcomed royalty such as the now King Charles III of the United Kingdom, and celebrities such as Elvis Presley, Brazilian music artist Billy Blanco, actress Rita Hayworth and Former United States Secretary of State Henry Kissinger.&nbsp;Over the years, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a> underwent renovations which affected her overall appearance and design, but thankfully not her charm. After the death of her owner, the yacht was taken to the city of Santos, Brazil to her new owner Auro Mourandrade.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271316/image/large-517766f904e987198966efa6270603ee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271316">In the 1990s, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1180" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCP Yachts (Company)">MCP Yachts</a> owned by naval engineer Manoel Chaves, were enlisted to begin her restoration. The 1922 schooner received a new teak deck and interior renovations and in 1999 she was sold to a group of Asian businessmen, where she returned to Rio de Janeiro.However, due to a lack of maintenance care, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a> almost sank in Guanabara Bay and was neglected for almost two years, leading to holes and rust forming on her steel hull and superstructure. But in 2002, Auro Mourandrade and Gilberto Miranda bought Atrevida as scrap metal and enlisted Manoel Chaves to take care of her restoration. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271317/image/large-6badd5ce3106318f744a3a73c6877ad0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271317">The holes she had gained over the years were first closed before she was towed from Rio de Janeiro to Santos by a fishing boat for the start of her repairs. The shipyard she was shipped to specialised in aluminium trawlers and therefore could not use the same installations for the work in carbon steel.As a result of this, a yard was reserved at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1180" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCP Yachts (Company)">MCP Yachts</a> for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a> and the shipyard was in touch with the Herreshoff Museum in Bristol to find the original construction plans for Wildfire. In March 2004, a skilled team of professionals embarked on her restoration work by installing modern equipment, while maintaining <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a>’s character.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271319/image/large-fc60e6933c53a85be1b3c04b206e9af8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271319">During her extensive 14 month restoration, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a> gained the most up-to-date amenities, such as air conditioning, onboard computers and electronics and a new navigation system, as well as wireless bow and stern thrusters and a remote controlled sail hoisting system. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271321/image/large-da87cbbec66f07f4a4f181b2b2b7204f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271321">In tradition with the era in which she was built, her chain shock absorbers, balustrade stays, rigging system and other stainless steel items were built and engraved with her name, Atrevida. The wooden bowsprit was rebuilt in mahogany to the original Nathanael Herreshoff design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271320/image/large-eb4eb9acd6a67c6551d179b9c05c24b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271320">Her carbon steel davits had also been damaged over the years and were replaced with a new stainless steel set with handles and winches similar to her original design. Her structural work included the closing of the deck with overlapping steel plates placed and riveted as they would have been when she was originally built.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271322/image/large-69bd93591d2b1da7d9bd618ff0342ced.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271322">The main deck houses and deck hatches of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a> were rebuilt with mahogany wood that had been reclaimed from old demolished houses, as the cutting down of this wood is now forbidden. The yard also created a fibreglass auxiliary boat in the same dimensions as her original wood counterpart, with identical rudders, helm, controls and upholstery.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270890/image/large-4d667d1fc2e366a14366fea44910e662.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270890">Everything else onboard was repaired and rebuilt as close to her original design as possible, and her name was engraved across doors, tables and other items onboard. The historical importance of the project can be seen in the main living areas, with bevelled glass and curtains, which are the same style as she would have had when she was first built.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270889/image/large-3b4dc602a33be0f3cd77229e3305e86a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270889">Her interior has been finished with traditionally styled beams, crystal styled cabinets and classic upholstered seating, following her reclaimed designs. Her rigging has also been equipped with modern day technologies such as telephone and internet connections to keep guests onboard entertained and up-to-date. This was also placed high up her masts, so as not to spoil her original design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270887/image/large-10d0a17be46ba487800a1fbd0f5a031e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270887">In August 2005, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a> once again entered the water to continue the Herreshoff brothers legacy. She was finally reborn and restored to her original glory where she hopes to continue welcoming a plethora of guests onboard for years to come.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270884/image/large-17859f102cbc072aa8017eb0430c4ecd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270884"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2065" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atrevida32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1923">Atrevida</a> now continues to travel in international waters, including the Caribbean and South America, under the loving hands of Alexandre and Daniella Ferrari at the helm of Captain Atila Bohm. Her story is a testament to what passion and respect for naval traditions can achieve when preserving a century worth of stories, lives and history.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270892/image/large-d8bdad687f461dbd9e179e6d62277422.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270892">

The 100 year history of the 32m Herreshoff yacht Atrevida

Launched in 1923 under the name Wildfire, the 32m Herreshoff sailing yacht Atrevida is celebrating 100 years on the water this year.

Celebrating 100 years of history onboard the 32m sailing yacht Atrevida

From the renowned <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Britannia126.0m (413'5&quot;)John Brown & Sons1954">Britannia</a>, which was the "one place" where the late queen could "truly relax," to the largest privately owned superyacht in the world, the 180.61-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4638" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azzam180.61m (592'7&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2013">Azzam</a>, discover the world's most magnificent royal yachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267423/image/large-8b708d541ad54324574af619017b0008.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267423"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/932" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norge76.26m (250'2&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1937">Norge</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> | 76.26-metres | 1937One of only three remaining Royal yachts in Europe, the 76.26-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/932" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norge76.26m (250'2&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1937">Norge</a> was built in 1937 at England’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons Shipyard</a> in Gosport. Commissioned by the English aviation pioneer and yachtsman Sir Thomas Sopwith, the superyacht was sold shortly after to the British Admiralty in 1939 to serve in the Royal Navy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251092/image/large-72a06095dffa40fae9a635972cd1d144.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251092"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/37584/image/large-6a65354a679e7b611df2b22a1d01ce8a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/37584">Under the name HMS Philante, the vessel was known as the most luxurious warship of her time. She covered huge distances as a convoy escort vessel, clocking no less than seven Atlantic crossings between 1941 and 1942 alone. In 1947 the Norwegian government acquired the yacht and returned her to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> for a refit before christening her as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/932" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norge76.26m (250'2&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1937">Norge</a> when she came into official service on 17 May, 1948. Today she is maintained in immaculate condition and can often be seen cruising in Norwegian waters throughout the summer months.Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/48925" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The ghost of yards past: Camper & Nicholsons - Part II (2018-08-27 14:30:00 +0200)">The ghost of yards past: Camper &amp; Nicholsons - Part II</a> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267425/image/large-3917d24b75b50f5c0573417aaf41f732.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267425"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dannebrog78.43m (257'4&quot;)Danish Royal Dockyard1932">Dannebrog</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Danish Royal Dockyard (Company)">Danish Royal Dockyard</a> | 78.43-metres | 1932The 78.43-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Danish Royal Dockyard (Company)">Danish Royal Dockyard&nbsp;</a>yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dannebrog78.43m (257'4&quot;)Danish Royal Dockyard1932">Dannebrog</a> was launched in Denmark in 1931 and officially placed in service the following year. The impressive vessel was replicated from a design of the floating palaces from the XIX century, making the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dannebrog78.43m (257'4&quot;)Danish Royal Dockyard1932">Dannebrog</a> an extraordinary exhibition of detailed craftsmanship. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/4808/image/large-99c0481f0fac865c50b51c7565cf996c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/4808">The yacht serves as the official and private residence for Queen Margrethe II of Denmark and members of the Royal Family when they are on summer cruises in Danish waters or on official visits overseas. The yacht exhibits exterior and interior design crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Danish Royal Dockyard (Company)">Danish Royal Dockyard</a>, who also penned her naval architecture. The vessel can accommodate up to 14 guests onboard, along with an impressive 52 crew members to meet their every need. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/109028/image/large-18dc3db2d6766d31e2ae9315baf351e3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/109028"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1250" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pacha III36.25m (118'11&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1936">Pacha III&nbsp;</a>| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons Shipyard</a> | 36.25-metres | 1936Princess Caroline of Monaco is the owner of the 36.25-metre classic motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1250" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pacha III36.25m (118'11&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1936">Pacha III</a>. Originally named Arlette II, it was requisitioned by the Royal Navy and renamed Priamar. In the 1950s, it was purchased by French industrialist Louis Renault, renamed Briseis, and subsequently moored in Saint-Tropez.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/839/image/large-11954559fd62971d6d95f1591fb03f17.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/839"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/838/image/large-4a0e8705677e1317b209c8df388b5f9c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/838">In 1990, after falling into a state of dilapidation, the yacht was bought by Stefano Casiraghi and Princess Caroline of Monaco. However, Casiraghi died in a racing accident that same year before he could enjoy the vessel. The yacht was fully restored over two years and renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1250" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pacha III36.25m (118'11&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1936">Pacha III</a> in reference to the initials of Princess Caroline's children. Since the renovation, Princess Caroline and her family have used the yacht primarily for extended Mediterranean escapes. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1250" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pacha III36.25m (118'11&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1936">Pacha III</a> can often be seen moored in the harbor of Monaco, and she remains a treasured possession of the Monégasque royal family.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/193964/image/large-ea7371184bebcef9e77d229a91433af4.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/193964"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Britannia126.0m (413'5&quot;)John Brown & Sons1954">Britannia</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1653" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Brown & Sons (Company)">John Brown &amp; Sons</a>&nbsp;| 126-metres | 1953The 126-meter-long <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Britannia126.0m (413'5&quot;)John Brown & Sons1954">Royal Yacht Britannia</a>, originally named HMS Britannia, was built in 1953 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1653" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Brown & Sons (Company)">John Brown &amp; Sons</a> in the UK for the late Queen Elizabeth II, who was crowned the same year. With a fuel capacity of 490,000 liters and freshwater capacity of 195,000 liters, the yacht is well-equipped for extended ocean voyages. The exceptional superyacht could accommodate up to 250 guests and 271 crew members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/193963/image/large-54008215f77af2eefb087467cca15b86.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/193963">After serving for 44 years, the yacht was decommissioned and is now displayed in Edinburgh as a top tourist attraction. The lavishly designed vessel has sailed over one million miles and hosted 968 official royal visits. It was the Queen's favorite place to relax and boasted rooms adorned with gifts from around the world, including a whale rib found by her husband and a sun lounge furnished personally by the Queen. Sir Winston Churchill, Boris Yeltsin, Rajiv Gandhi, and Nelson Mandela were among the many famous figures who joined the Queen onboard. Four royal honeymoons took place onboard, including King Charles III and Princess Diana's 16-day trip to the Mediterranean in 1981. While there have been discussions about building a new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Britannia126.0m (413'5&quot;)John Brown & Sons1954">Britannia</a> for the British royal family and the country's service, an official decision has yet to be made.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52813" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Yacht Britannia: A look back in history (2021-04-29 16:00:00 +0200)">Read More: Royal Yacht Britannia: A look back in History<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/110940/image/large-107e78cf9c2efac99073085737131510.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110940"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/207" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prince Abdulaziz147.01m (482'4&quot;)Helsingor Vaerft1984">Prince AbdulAziz</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/179" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Helsingor Vaerft (Company)">Helsingor Vaerft</a> | 147.01-metres | 1984The 147-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/207" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prince Abdulaziz147.01m (482'4&quot;)Helsingor Vaerft1984">Prince Abdulaziz</a> superyacht was built in Denmark by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/179" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Helsingor Vaerft (Company)">Helsingor Vaerft</a> in 1984. She was once the largest yacht in the world, although many others have since surpassed her. The Saudi royal family owns the superyacht, which is used for official and leisurely purposes. It was initially commissioned by the late King Fahd of Saudi Arabia, who named the yacht after his son. The impressive superyacht features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maierform Maritime Technology GmbH (Company)">Maierform Maritime Technology GmbH</a>.Despite being surpassed in size, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/207" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prince Abdulaziz147.01m (482'4&quot;)Helsingor Vaerft1984">Prince Abdulaziz</a> remains a demonstrative and luxurious yacht. The yacht's interior took fifteen months to complete and was designed by the renowned English interior decorator and designer the late <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/182" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="David Hicks (Company)">David Hicks</a>. Hicks was known for his bold use of colors, lighting, and juxtaposition of contemporary and classical features.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/3344/image/large-486fdafca2d8ea271395a5d1a907fa35.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/3344"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4638" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azzam180.61m (592'7&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2013">Azzam</a>&nbsp;| <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> | 180.61-metres | 2013<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4638" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azzam180.61m (592'7&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2013">Azzam</a>, the largest privately owned superyacht in the world, was built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> in 2013 and has a length of 180.61-metres. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Yachts</a> designed her exterior, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4660" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Creation Line Decoration (Company)">Creation Line Decoration</a> was responsible for the sumptuous interior spaces. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4638" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azzam180.61m (592'7&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2013">Azzam</a> can carry up to 36 guests in its eighteen guest suites, with a crew of sixty to cater to the guest's every need. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/9842/image/large-f037b39efb49ac1a6e510e051249bba3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/9842"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/9837/image/large-1d7a90595be521fa9f9c285105e9369d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/9837">Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nahyan of Abu Dhabi’s royal family commissioned the vessel as a day boat to access his preferred diving sites. The yacht has a gym, a pool, and even a "golf training room." It cost the Sheikh an estimated $600 million to build. Engineers were reportedly meticulously detailed about the yacht's stability to ensure minimal turbulence to prevent the chandeliers from clinking while at sea. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4638" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azzam180.61m (592'7&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2013">Azzam's</a> reign as the world's largest privately-owned yacht is soon to end, as Norwegian millionaire Kjell Inge Rokke is building the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5306" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="REV Ocean (Company)">REV Ocean</a>, a 183-meter-long vessel designed to clean the ocean floors.Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56215" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen's giants: the German builder’s fleet of 100m+ superyachts (2022-10-21 14:30:00 +0200)">Lürssen's giants: the German builder’s fleet of 100m+ superyachts<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/46401/image/large-5c9bab32a2a97f7eaa91569e4c3e3967.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/46401"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1514" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Foners41.5m (136'2&quot;)Izar2000">Foners</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/93" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Izar (Company)">Izar</a>&nbsp;| 41.5-metres | 2000<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1514" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Foners41.5m (136'2&quot;)Izar2000">Foners</a>, formerly known as Fortuna was once championed as the world’s fastest superyacht, reaching a top speed of 65 knots. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/93" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Izar (Company)">Izar</a> motor yacht was first delivered by the Spanish shipyard in 2000 and was the superyacht to the Spanish royal family under the ownership of King Juan Carlos of Spain. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/24770/image/large-d783d2800a4fa6a0ede845443814f209.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/24770">The superyacht's esteemed speed was thanks to her three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2207" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rolls-Royce Marine (Company)">Rolls Royce</a> gas turbines linked to triple waterjets in addition to twin<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">&nbsp;MAN</a> engines. The Spanish royal yacht features naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Donald L. Blount & Associates (Company)">Donald L. Blount &amp; Associates</a> with an exterior design crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/118" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Arch. Tommaso Spadolini (Company)">Studio Arch, Tommaso Spadolini</a>, and interior design and curation by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/644" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Celeste Dell`Anna (Company)">Celeste Dell'Anna</a>. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/93" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Izar (Company)">Izar</a> yacht is able to accommodate as many as 8 guests onboard with further accommodation for 6 crew. After experiencing two recessions and the Spanish citizen's confidence in their royal family decreased, subsequently encouraging the Spanish Royal yacht to sell their yacht.&nbsp;Read more about this yachts designer:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="In conversation with Tommaso Spadolini: Three new superyacht designs for 2023 (2023-03-27 13:30:00 +0200)">In conversation with Tommaso Spadolini: Three new superyacht designs for 2023</a>

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<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ShadowCAT (Company)">Shadowcat</a> has unveiled the first renderings of a new 72.8-metre support vessel concept, Catfish. Developed as an expedition vessel, the catamaran will be able to carry and deploy a custom 18.6-metre sportfisher yacht. <img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/328613/image/large-ede9dc01fda1af377ef533c8c8025658.png?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20240919%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20240919T152158Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=8bc39e2f024aca5e24030fd3680e3f8b2c608446c61d5d2832ed7c622253a6fa" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328613">Designed for a true ocean sport enthusiast, Catfish features in-house interior layout and design, supported by Theodoros Fotiadis of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5704" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Theodoros Fotiadis Design (Company)">T.Fotiadis Design</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Incat Crowther (Company)">Incat Crowther</a>. Constructed entirely from marine-grade aluminum, Catfish aims to leverage her lightweight and fuel-efficient platform to set a new standard for expedition yachting.Key features onboard Catfish include, a certified EC135 helipad and hanger, sportfisher davits with a total safe working load of 45 tonnes, a fish station and freezer, a bait and tackle shop, a hospital and chamber room and a dive room.&nbsp; <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/1011011838?share=copy#t=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> “Unlike traditional monohulls, which are often limited to launch and recovery in harbour conditions, this catamaran and its unique wave-compensation davits can handle operations in 1.5-metre seas, with a maximum roll of just six degrees and a pitch of three degrees,” explained Shadowcat.Boasting an impressive beam of 15.5-metres and an internal volume of 2,200 GT, Catfish will be able to accommodate up to 10 guests across five staterooms on the upper deck, including a VIP suite situated forward with an office/lounge area and large ensuite bathroom.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328611/image/large-9441f7d5b6b5ed7c34c9d82b08843686.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328611">The remaining guest staterooms consist of four double suites amidships, while eight twin and two single crew cabins can be found on the main deck and her captain’s cabin and office are situated on the wheelhouse deck.Catfish also boasts a ‘Mariner’s Den’, with a large fold out balcony, generous lounge space and a bar and gyroscopic pool table. A glass-enclosed submersible garage and various toys can also be viewed via the lounge’s roll up door, which provides a fully open-air relaxation space. <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/1011011959?share=copy#t=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> Guests will be able to take advantage of a plethora of toys and tenders onboard, such as an 18.6-metre custom sportfisher yacht, 12-metre and eight-metre RIBS, a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> 660/7 submersible for six and five Jet Skis.In terms of propulsion, Catfish will be able to reach a top speed of 21 knots, with a cruising speed of 14 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328612/image/large-c17112b96a0ebeef3d78b9a58fc9a59d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328612">

Shadowcat’s new 73m support catamaran concept Catfish

Shadowcat has unveiled the first renderings of a new 72.8-metre support vessel concept, Catfish

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Shadowcat reveals new 73m support catamaran concept Catfish 

The 48.68-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="N2H48.68m (159'9&quot;)Rossinavi2017">N2H</a> has been sold in an in-house deal by brokers from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a>. Extensively refit in 2023 at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/86" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amico & Co. s.r.l. (Company)">Amico</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="N2H48.68m (159'9&quot;)Rossinavi2017">N2H</a> was presented to the market in excellent condition with a distinctive dark blue hull and white superstructure.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280594/image/large-40c52e1b71fa6470e89ec948fcb0d290.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280594">Built in 2017, her original interiors were designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1197" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Team for Design - Enrico Gobbi (Company)">Team for Design - Enrico Gobbi</a>, while her naval architecture was undertaken by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arrabito Naval Architects (Company)">Arrabito Naval Architects</a>. During her refit <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> renovated her interiors with a clean natural decor incorporating marbles, woods and linen.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280376/image/large-2ceea72125d4a89396ef1871bda7e71e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280376"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280379/image/large-f3153fb8e6061f7b5f8f1e9c65d39879.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280379">The yacht can accommodate up to 10 guests onboard, with five guest staterooms, including a main deck owner’s suite, two VIPs, and two twins. The owner's suite exudes a contemporary yet classical style and is equipped with an office, reading nook, two drop-down balconies, and unobstructed panoramic views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280380/image/large-b5e70ed60751f9625a0ffa9cc63d4069.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280380"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280383/image/large-56e7af63aafb51fddefdf3ce55aeb620.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280383">Performance-wise, she sports twin <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/caterpillar-inc" target="_blank">Caterpillar</a> C32 Acert diesel engines with a combined 2,598 horsepower. She is able to reach a top speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280389/image/large-8949efcd586724d23d61e8cd96cda4e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280389"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="N2H48.68m (159'9&quot;)Rossinavi2017">N2H</a> had a last known asking price €23,500,000. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280396/image/large-aa7c6045971de353d417ce0b4ba2ec53.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280396">

Rossinavi yacht N2H sold

The 49m Rossinavi yacht N2H has been sold in an in-house deal with Edmiston yacht brokers.

49m Rossinavi superyacht N2H sold

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> has announced the launch of a new brokerage division, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> Resale, aimed at offering <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> owners the opportunity to sell their yachts with the Dutch shipyard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/285554/image/large-ee1e4321b5100826f2f5097767414c53.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/285554">Historically, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> referred resale requests to trusted brokerage partners, but due to increasing demand from owners, the yard has now established a dedicated service. "At <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, we believe that our relationship with our yachts extends far beyond delivery,” explained Arjen van Elk, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> Resale Manager.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> currently has five yachts available for resale, which include the 37.95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1302" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco37.9m (124'4&quot;)Feadship1982">Monaco</a>, the 51-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1436" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Double Haven51.0m (167'4&quot;)Feadship1993">Double Haven</a>, the 55.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7670" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Somnium55.2m (181'1&quot;)Feadship2021">Somnium</a>, the 65-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/57" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wedge Too65.0m (213'3&quot;)Feadship2002">Wedge Too</a> and the 83.5-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5598" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Savannah83.5m (273'11&quot;)Feadship2015">Savannah</a>.“Our unparalleled understanding of these vessels, combined with a lifelong commitment to our owners, positions us uniquely to offer a level of service that no one else can," added van Elk.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/288759/image/large-f0a59451e7549cc38cedb5bb12758d00.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/288759">Feadship</a> Resale is designed to protect the long-term investments of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> owners, offering tailored advice based on the history and specifications of each yacht. The new service is not intended to replace the role of brokers, but rather to enhance it by providing access to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>’s archives, craftsmen, and engineers to support the resale process.&nbsp;“We work hand in hand with the brokerage community, acting as a key partner in ensuring that the best interest of our clients is always at the forefront. Our goal is to ensure a seamless and worry-free ownership experience, even as vessels change hands,” added <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> Resale will build upon the success of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> Refit &amp; Services department, introduced in 2018, which aims to ensure the ongoing value and pedigree of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> yachts. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> Resale is a confident step toward the long-term success and enduring value of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> brand,” concluded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>.During the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2024">Monaco Yacht Show 2024</a>, private viewings will be available for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1302" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco37.9m (124'4&quot;)Feadship1982">Monaco</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7670" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Somnium55.2m (181'1&quot;)Feadship2021">Somnium</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/57" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wedge Too65.0m (213'3&quot;)Feadship2002">Wedge Too</a>, with Arjen van Elk on hand to arrange appointments.

Feadship introduces Resale for Feadship owners

Feadship has announced the launch of a new initiative, Feadship Resale, aimed at offering Feadship owners the opportunity to resell their yachts.

Feadship announces new brokerage division with 5 yachts listed

The 40.25-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/60" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alloy Yachts (Company)">Alloy </a>superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ad Lib40.25m (132'1&quot;)Alloy Yachts2005">Ad Lib</a> sold, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2110" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Masters (Company)">Yacht Masters</a> introducing the buyer, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess&nbsp;</a>representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291017/image/large-32872df87e97d92a824859cede283ae0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291017">Delivered by her Australian shipyard in 2005, the flybridge yacht features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/35" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubois Naval Architects Ltd. (Company)">Dubois Naval Architects</a>, as well as interior styling created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/41" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Donald Starkey Designs (Company)">Donald Starkey Designs</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291027/image/large-496e11eea6f2c8532c6699d8e03d6e1c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291027"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291020/image/large-298081249cd41b8b3b1b065d3cc49012.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291020">With a volume of 294 GT and a beam of 8.5-metres, the yacht is capable of hosting as many as 10 guests across her five staterooms, and is also able to support a crew of up to six members onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291023/image/large-61b9098cbadb4c339bb77ab9a2ed9781.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291023"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291021/image/large-03cae57b8cf569beb19b99c1d25fecb3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291021"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291019/image/large-f8ffc43bd4c6ef77dacd9d7b3e880f12.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291019">Thanks to her shallow draft of only 1.89-metres, the superyacht is well-suited to accessing various low anchorage points, such as reefs, coves, and coastlines for a scenic cruising experience. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291032/image/large-5f8323cf1cc1875b535e3f1cc17dae25.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291032"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291033/image/large-63150041a90cf43f8eb3a9ae1f603f0a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291033"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291029/image/large-c5325bbc61cae8a81ec29d43149a144e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291029">Regarding her performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ad Lib40.25m (132'1&quot;)Alloy Yachts2005">Ad Lib</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&nbsp;</a>engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 13 knots along with a top speed of 16.5 knots. At the time of her sale, she had a last known asking price of €8,750,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292042/image/large-d34f31537fb7d50f1ebfc7a2a8f378e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292042"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291035/image/large-c450b7f3bd2c970b0332c4e05d204ca2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291035">

40m Alloy yacht Ad Lib sold 

 The 40.25-metre Alloy superyacht Ad Lib sold, with Yacht Masters introducing the buyer, and Burgess representing the seller. 



40m Alloy superyacht Ad Lib sold 

The 27.96-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10683" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MorningStar27.96m (91'9&quot;)Pershing S.p.a.2016">MorningStar</a> sold in an in-house deal with Eric Frank of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Allied Marine (Company)">Allied Marine</a> representing both the buyer and seller during negotiations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/278281/image/large-6d8c1b23487355c91324644643b1becb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/278281">Delivered in 2016 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a> 92 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10683" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MorningStar27.96m (91'9&quot;)Pershing S.p.a.2016">MorningStar</a> features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design</a>, while her naval architecture was penned by her Italian builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10683" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MorningStar27.96m (91'9&quot;)Pershing S.p.a.2016"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273664/image/large-2b8cc61b809e46c4b14d18f06ff60a94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273664"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273665/image/large-7608fb3e3e6a8d3367a47b25bc060fd1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273665">MorningStar</a> showcases a modern interior design with a contemporary main saloon. Light furnishings are illuminated by ample windows to create a welcoming ambiance, while flooding the space with plenty of natural light. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273672/image/large-1c9796d6dfbd18755f726108013e6fb4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273672"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273670/image/large-9bbb4568a736daf9eb400b3075a038e0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273670"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273669/image/large-5242fdbb453bf101f70f9f89ddb79064.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273669"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10683" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MorningStar27.96m (91'9&quot;)Pershing S.p.a.2016">MorningStar</a> can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests across a four stateroom configuration, with her full-beam master suite situated amidship on the lower deck, alongside twin mirrored twins and a VIP at her bow.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/278287/image/large-ccd9351c6a4cc3d50fb69680ac6dce30.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/278287"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/278279/image/large-8f53eb4a774151aff75ebbfe7d69874e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/278279">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10683" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MorningStar27.96m (91'9&quot;)Pershing S.p.a.2016">MorningStar</a> is powered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, which give her a cruising speed of 28 knots and a top speed of 41 knots. At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10683" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MorningStar27.96m (91'9&quot;)Pershing S.p.a.2016">MorningStar</a> had a last known asking price of $3,950,000.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273660/image/large-67b5943cfc101d508dc766bdc1abc822.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273660">

28m Pershing yacht MorningStar sold in-house by Allied Marine

The 28m Pershing yacht MorningStar sold in a deal with Allied Marine. At the time of her sale she had a last known asking price of $3,950,000. 

28m Pershing 92 motor yacht MorningStar sold in-house 

Evolving from a small-scale operation into a multi-service organisation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MennYacht Group (Company)">MennYacht Group</a> has come a long way since its creation in 1994. Still presided over by the original founder Matjaž Murko today, the company now represents several brands of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> and operates across various Central and Eastern European countries, with a strong presence along the Adriatic coast.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328602/image/large-f0b53309825f90cea989c7c504d55069.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328602">What led to your entry into the yachting industry?I was born in Germany and moved to Slovenia in 1972 when I was ten years old. Shortly thereafter, I joined a well-known sailing club in Slovenia named Pirate. From a young age, I exhibited an entrepreneurial spirit; my first venture was founding a windsurfing school with a friend, catering to tourists on the beach. It's important to note the geographic significance of Slovenia, which is bordered by Italy to the west and Croatia to the south and east. Slovenia attracts many visitors from the Czech Republic and other Eastern European countries. Additionally, our linguistic similarities foster a welcoming environment for these tourists.This early experience further fueled my interest in the nautical industry, which prompted me to explore additional opportunities. My breakthrough came at the Genoa Boat Show in 1994, where I discovered the Pershing brand. Just a few months later, I signed a contract with the shipyard and acquired two yachts, a 60-footer and a 70-footer and began actively promoting Pershing in the Adriatic.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328599/image/large-fe3e86a9dd94651ebd8b14f1582ea966.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328599">Could you elaborate on your close ties with various Ferretti Group brands and how it came to be that you represented them?In 1998, following <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a>'s acquisition by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>, Pershing recommended us as a dealer for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> brands in Austria, Slovenia, and other parts of Europe. We promptly signed the contract and officially started our dealership with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a> in 2000. As the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> expanded and integrated brands such as Riva, we also began representing them in our markets.Currently, we represent all <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> brands, except for CRN and Wally, across several regions. Our markets include Austria, Germany (specifically clients in the Adriatic region for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a>, and Itama), the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Slovenia, Hungary, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Albania. Over the past twenty years, these countries have seen economic development, though they still face certain challenges. Despite our wide geographic reach, we encounter specific local preferences. In Hungary for example, there is a strong preference for conducting business in Hungarian. As a result we maintain an office in Budapest to accommodate this need, despite its landlocked location. We also have an office in Prague, Czech Republic, and one in Belgrade, Serbia. These different locations allow us to offer bespoke services, adapted to the local business culture.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328598/image/large-821263695bb15703bea192a6f86d08b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328598">What strategies did MennYacht employ to successfully expand into Eastern European marketsFrom the outset, establishing comprehensive services was crucial, encompassing not only yacht sales but also dedicated maintenance and support. When operations began, back in 1994, sourcing essential components such as generator impellers posed significant challenges. Damage to an impeller could disable the entire generator, disrupting critical onboard functions, including cooking, yet obtaining these components was complicated by supply distribution issues. Indeed, Slovenia and Croatia were not part of the European Union at that time, leading to intricate customs and logistics scenarios.To address these challenges, we significantly expanded our service network, which now covers all major marinas and key cruising locations along the Adriatic coast. Thanks to our local network and expertise, we are known for our rapid response times, a fact acknowledged by our clients and competitors alike.Our team comprises highly experienced professionals, some of whom have been with us for 15-20 years. With the increasing complexity of yachts due to advanced technology and design features, it is imperative to stay at the forefront of service excellence. In collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a>, we have played a crucial role in providing ongoing educational programs for our workers, ensuring they are well-prepared to meet contemporary challenges.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328604/image/large-97e4aaf81a00cf9ce7c98bb81c584023.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328604"> How do events contribute to the MennYacht brand and client engagement?Alongside our 30th anniversary celebrations, we hosted significant events such as the Gala Yacht Ball and Summer Breeze at Ravni Zakan. These occasions allow us to engage deeply with our clientele in a setting that highlights both our latest offerings and our rich legacy. Moreover, we hosted a similar event last year where we invited all our clients and provided entertainment with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5733" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Technohull (Company)">Technohull</a> luxury RIBs, for which we are also the official regional dealers.These events, along with our yearly magazine and our 30th anniversary book, significantly enhance client engagement. Crucially, they also provide us with deeper insights into our clients' perspectives, such as whether they are considering acquiring a new yacht because their current one is becoming outdated or too small. To be successful in today's market, it is not enough to be a dealer; a 360-degree approach is required.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328597/image/large-1a06b306801dedc5024d56cc19d873f5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328597"> Any future plans you would like to unveil?In recent years, we've significantly advanced our marketing efforts, collaborating with media companies and promoting our 30th anniversary. Despite these successes, we recognise areas that require further improvement.Currently, like many in the industry, we face a shortage of skilled labour, particularly mechanics and electricians. The growth of our fleet has outpaced our staffing capabilities, highlighting the critical need to balance the number of yachts with employee recruitment to enhance our operations.Moreover, we have been improving our technological capabilities by investing in software programs that aim to more efficiently understand the yachts clients desire. This will better facilitate our sales strategies and improve our ability to track client inquiries and preferences. For instance, if a client expressed interest in a specific type of superyacht a year ago, these new systems will allow us to process that information more quickly and accurately. We have a dedicated team, much like a family, where each member, including my son, plays a crucial role. Together, we are committed to continuing our legacy for many more years to come. This article was originally published in the 50th issue of the SuperYacht Times Newspaper,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper/newspaper-issue-50" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">available for download here.</a>

In conversation with Matjaž Murko of MennYacht Group

Founder Matjaž Murko on MennYacht's strong relationship with the Ferretti Group and its expanding presence in the Adriatic.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise Yachts</a> has unveiled the first renderings of the 56.5-metre superyacht concept Voyage. Developed in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H2 Yacht Design (Company)">H2 Yacht Design</a>, Voyage is designed with adventure and exploration in mind.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328553/image/large-df1df382e64c17755dfb15e06b3664e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328553">The explorer yacht features a sleek and modern exterior design, with smooth flowing lines and sweeping curves. Voyage is characterised by expansive windows and a streamlined profile, both of which add to her contemporary charm.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328560/image/large-e69407c53d7618fd31bf2777729c67ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328560">“Working closely with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise</a> team, we came together to develop a design that we felt would appeal to the new buyers looking to step up to a larger yacht with all the features this would bring,” explained Jonny Horsfield, Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H2 Yacht Design (Company)">H2 Yacht Design</a>.“Based on recent enquiries I imagined a younger buyer who wanted to primarily focus on outdoor living, and an active lifestyle.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328564/image/large-0b76bc31f2b46f96726bfb26a186ff3f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328564">With a balanced mix of modern luxury and practical performance, Voyage features a clean and crisp silhouette, with an unusual bow shape and reverse hull curves to create a unique and surprisingly radical design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328559/image/large-dc154c14b93bc47d8260b9fea83ce7db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328559">“We started with the large pool on the aft deck cascading to the water below, and we located good sized tenders forwards in an enclosed main deck garage and this also allowed for a touch and go helicopter pad on the bow, in front of the sweeping panoramic view from the owners suite,” commented Jonny Horsfield.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328566/image/large-526d8980c24e7232da06b71d31e71d69.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328566">With her beam spanning an impressive 10-metres, Voyage boasts plenty of interior space, with a large open plan main saloon and dining area spanning 64 square-metres. Further forward on the main deck are three large guest staterooms, with two almost 20 square-metres suites situated forward and a third located amidships. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328567/image/large-f358bf3a1e9b67a8f39f018adf706e18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328567">In total, Voyage can accommodate up to 10 guests, with a further two mirrored guest staterooms situated on the lower deck, with a sliding door allowing them to be transformed into a larger suite.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328568/image/large-fffa318cc827cb96f4e77dab47193bac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328568">The master suite is situated on its own deck, with a 61 square-metre forward-facing master stateroom, private office, walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite bathroom. The owner also benefits from 270-degree panoramic views, a private deck and direct access to a 31.8 square-metre TV lounge.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328569/image/large-2891e506e5c739f5c9ba5beb7cfb3bc9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328569">Voyage can accommodate a crew of up to 12, across five bunk cabins and a crew officer cabin on the lower deck, while her captain’s cabin is located on the bridge deck, alongside the yacht’s office.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328570/image/large-7a7319ce15b63cbf0fc74b119f1c8690.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328570">When it comes to exterior deck spaces, Voyage showcases a large aft deck with a combined swim platform to create a spacious relaxation zone. Her owner’s deck includes an alfresco dining area and sumptuous seating options, allowing guests to take advantage of the sea views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328565/image/large-0261be2afa3400c257162747da934b00.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328565"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328558/image/large-6968eed90c69bf14575625dff7f019c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328558">Details surrounding her propulsion are yet to be revealed, but Voyage will also be able to carry a seven-metre tender forward in her enclosed garage and is also equipped with a helipad at her bow for enhancing accessibility and exploration for guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328552/image/large-d70e7054d163dfc3b6559c13ac28739c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328552">

First look at 57m Turquoise explorer yacht concept Voyage 

Turquoise Yachts has unveiled the first interior renderings of the 57m superyacht concept Voyage, in collaboration with H2 Yacht Design.

Turquoise Yachts unveils new 57m explorer yacht concept Voyage

The hull of the third 50-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13677" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ada 50 Z/0350.0m (164'1&quot;)ADA Yacht Works2026">&nbsp;Ada 50 Z</a> superyacht has been launched by her Turkish shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2428" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ADA Yacht Works (Company)">ADA Yacht Works</a>. Slated for delivery in 2026, the motor yacht is composed of a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, which were constructed with the partnership of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7389" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norse Shipyard (Company)">Norse Shipyard</a>. She will now be transported via the sea to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2428" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ADA Yacht Works (Company)">ADA Yacht Works</a> shipyard in the Bodrum area, where she will undergo further manufacturing. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328583/image/large-9f7f68a7af5372192958395d0480df16.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328583"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256002/image/large-269fd9a78fef396165914f4e0d30e0c4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256002">The first two yachts of this Ada 50 Z series, both of which have a delivery date of next year, are currently still under construction at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2428" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ADA Yacht Works (Company)">ADA Yacht Works</a> facility, and will shortly be joined by the third vessel. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328587/image/large-c6742d94d7367e02472bdcb5a9fc8fd8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328587"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328584/image/large-5a2b0d2a62fa325c694a28a127a58044.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328584">The third <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13677" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ada 50 Z/0350.0m (164'1&quot;)ADA Yacht Works2026">Ada 50 Z</a> superyacht features an exterior design created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Uldas Yacht Design (Company)">Uldas Yacht Design</a> and naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/285" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ginton Naval Architects (Company)">Ginton Naval Architects</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328588/image/large-7d28f42025c3b9671b6a47383cc1d1f5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328588">With a volume of slightly under 500 GT and a beam of 8-metres, the yacht is capable of hosting as many as 12 guests across a six stateroom layout. Accommodation is also available for a crew of up to 10 members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256005/image/large-ec59164aa50097fa698bb422caf3c786.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256005"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328589/image/large-fa2f81b4fee2aac45ef4598f3b8b3494.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328589">In terms of her performance, the third 50-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13677" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ada 50 Z/0350.0m (164'1&quot;)ADA Yacht Works2026">Ada 50 Z</a> superyacht can reach a cruising speed of 15 knots. She is due to be delivered to her owner in 2026. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328585/image/large-20582be4acb579b26aae6a3230129975.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328585"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328586/image/large-2394b6b15b5cddb98da57bccd475827c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328586">

Third 50m Ada 50 Z yacht hull launched 

The hull of the third 50-metre Ada 50 Z superyacht has been launched by her Turkish shipyard, ADA Yacht Works. 


Hull of the third 50m Ada 50 Z superyacht launched 

Montenegro-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> has announced the appointment of Eric Robert-Peillard as Chief Executive Officer.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328549/image/large-60e771e97917682be69b57dcacc79628.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328549">Eric brings with him a wealth of experience to the role, particularly in the field of superyacht care. Under his leadership, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> aims to elevate its superyacht services by establishing Porto Montenegro as a premier Mediterranean hub for superyacht owners, managers, and captains."It is an honour to lead <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> and this talented team,” commented Eric Robert-Peillard. “With our strong strategy, there are significant future growth opportunities, as we aim to set new industry benchmarks in superyacht care and refit services, driven by our commitment to excellence and quality.”&nbsp;The appointment of Eric Robert-Peillard marks a significant new chapter in the company’s journey towards becoming a leading player in the global yachting industry. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> currently offers repair and refit services at its joint venture shipyard with PM Holdings and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="DryDocks World (Company)">Drydocks World</a> Dubai in Bijela, Montenegro.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/61267" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Interview: Adriatic 42 gears up for a busy refit season ahead (2024-08-15 14:30:00 +0200)">Adriatic 42 gears up for a busy refit season ahead</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/323248/image/large-8674781d282e47b57f23556d9980b65f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/323248">This strategic leadership change follows the recent appointment of David Margason as Chairman of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> earlier this summer.&nbsp;"We welcome Eric to his new role,” added David Margason. “With his strategic vision and collaborative leadership style, Eric will play a crucial role in advancing our mission to establish <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> as the premier superyacht destination in the Mediterranean.”Strategically positioned in the Bay of Kotor, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a> is located just three-kilometres from Porto Montenegro’s renowned superyacht marina and waterfront community. Under the new leadership, Adriatic’s dedicated team of 100 employees is set to expand its influence and continue delivering exceptional services with a commitment to sustainability and innovation.“We are entering an exciting phase of growth at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adriatic 42 (Company)">Adriatic 42</a>, which will further reinforce Montenegro's status as a key global yachting hub. I am confident that Eric's leadership will inspire innovation and uphold our highest quality and safety standards. We anticipate great success under his and David's guidance,” concluded Captain Rado Antolovic, PhD, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="DryDocks World (Company)">Drydocks World</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328550/image/large-cfd5eeb3b2bb327fece5bc351cb970bb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328550">

Adriatic 42 appoints new CEO Eric Robert-Peillard

Montenegro-based shipyard Adriatic 42 has announced the appointment of Eric Robert-Peillard as Chief Executive Officer.

Adriatic 42 appoints Eric Robert-Peillard as new CEO

The 60-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco&nbsp;</a>superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alfa G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Oceanco2004">Alfa G</a> has emerged from a comprehensive interior and exterior refit at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4710" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G&K Yachting (Company)">G&amp;K Yachting</a> in Greece and is now available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons International.</a> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328452/image/large-cfdb42f26349792c821063a71e1b36b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328452"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328491/image/large-17fd24416cb8aa447d14170254d1ab0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328491">Originally built by the Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco&nbsp;</a>in 2002,<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alfa G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Oceanco2004">&nbsp;Alfa G</a>, previously known as Sea Pearl, features engineering crafted in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>, while her original interior and exterior design stems from the drawing boards of British studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>. For the superyacht's refit, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alexandre Thiriat (Company)">Alexandre Thiriat</a> was tasked with reimagining her interior design. The interior contractor was LIST Austria.&nbsp;&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328456/image/large-021d9a1107c203d271217a3c8dd2486c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328456">Fully custom and in restored condition, new life has been breathed into the superyacht’s interiors and exteriors. Today, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alfa G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Oceanco2004">Alfa G</a> makes use of elegant materials, bespoke furnishings, and modern amenities. Among her most standout features is the master suite, which offers owners 180-degree views of the outdoors, as well as private deck access.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328532/image/large-4098c1bd66d5a919424f1982257c64a5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328532"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328465/image/large-bac97d7e48a8256d57adc819f4e27865.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328465"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328499/image/large-420d25203d6e59357bd0a6591120e6f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328499"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328469/image/large-0555115ec30bed9869d2a6c1682f7b1e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328469">In addition, this main deck master suite contains his-and-hers walk-in closets, ensuite bathrooms, and a private observation lounge. In total, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alfa G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Oceanco2004">Alfa G</a> is capable of hosting as many as 12 guests across her seven stateroom layout, which includes a full-beam VIP suite situated on the lower deck, fitted with a king-sized bed and extra pullman berth.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328502/image/large-11df275400a84db62a4c32c2edc24bda.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328502"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328471/image/large-50ff8a55c3d68a7054d556a7e6ad3997.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328471"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328473/image/large-8606f72898ff961af8e50c96647bfc77.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328473">In terms of guest entertainment, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alfa G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Oceanco2004">Alfa G</a>’s upper saloon can be transformed to a cinema room with a laser projector and expansive screen. Moving outside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alfa G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Oceanco2004">Alfa G</a>’s upgraded sundeck boasts a swimming pool with a contra-current training system and a Jacuzzi feature, along with a lounging area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328530/image/large-39a66d09e666c77df785d74cf10dc740.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328530"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328453/image/large-1a4fca1c6006b784dab296be20396855.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328453"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328503/image/large-8f6ad479540ce538f55fe3d0afcc041b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328503"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328468/image/large-0167dda3d2fe2d8d3412c90995487eb9.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328468">Those onboard are also invited to dine alfresco on the aft terrace, or drink at the outdoor bar. Other exterior elements include a spacious sunbathing area, a beach club that facilitates water sports, and a bridge with a seating area. Moreover, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alfa G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Oceanco2004">Alfa G</a> now offers an upgraded selection of toys.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328535/image/large-78657a3ae35e422117ea38a1cec81986.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328535"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328462/image/large-5135e9a0e241f965f7bf3932e371024e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328462"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328455/image/large-cd00d808dd6daf21c1159385e00f1ccb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328455">Regarding her performance, the superyacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar&nbsp;</a>engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 15 knots. When cruising at 11.5 knots, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alfa G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Oceanco2004">Alfa G</a> has a range of 5,000 nautical miles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328539/image/large-5d3acec9122fa071c0f3dd6ac4f44fdd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328539"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328466/image/large-11acac31ab2f7fbc9ce37546091b18b6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328466"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328467/image/large-3dc7870ad02ca2f5be9a380e4368fadb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328467">

60m Oceanco yacht Alfa G completes major refit 

The 60-metre Oceanco superyacht Alfa G has emerged from a comprehensive interior and exterior refit.
