Production is underway on a twin-masted DynaRig sailing system by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a>, for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Echo Yachts (Company)">Echo Yachts</a> 58.63-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Charley 358.63m (192'4&quot;)Echo Yachts2028">Project ASC58</a> catamaran. This milestone yacht will become the only sailing catamaran with this rig and the largest in the world.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Charley 358.63m (192'4&quot;)Echo Yachts2028"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/370390/image/large-7995a1c326ea45004fe91bc723642e02.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/370390"></a>The 58-metre yacht, designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra Naval Architects</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="One2Three (Company)">One2Three</a>, and being built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Echo Yachts (Company)">Echo Yachts</a>, will introduce a new standard for performance and efficiency in large multihulls.&nbsp;Featuring two free-standing, rotating masts and a fully automated sail-handling system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Charley 358.63m (192'4&quot;)Echo Yachts2028">ASC58</a>’s entire sail plan can be operated by a single person via a digital control panel.The rig is based on the proven DynaRig platform used on iconic superyachts such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4795" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Black Pearl106.7m (350'1&quot;)Oceanco2018">Black Pearl</a>, where 2,900 square-metres of sail area can be set in just seven minutes. With 1,660 square-metres of sail area, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Charley 358.63m (192'4&quot;)Echo Yachts2028">ASC58</a> will be able to cruise for extended distances while using wind power.“Kicking off production on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Charley 358.63m (192'4&quot;)Echo Yachts2028">ASC58</a> DynaRig is a huge moment for our team,” said Rudy Jurg, Head of DynaRig Sales at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a>. “The world knows the DynaRig, but we’ve been developing it relentlessly, and we can’t wait to show what it can do. This is an exciting step towards fundamentally changing the way large vessels harness the wind.”The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Charley 358.63m (192'4&quot;)Echo Yachts2028">ASC58</a> yacht is among the first yachts set to showcase the new modular DynaRig within the next 18 months.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333393/image/large-405f213c9b7af72f070a0785232d6ce1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333393">Currently, the moulds have reached <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spar</a>s' facility in Ustron, Poland. To make lightweight and strong spars for large vessels, the rigs will use a combination of carbon fibre reinforcements and precisely moulded components.&nbsp;In addition, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a>' sister company, North Windships, is developing rigs that scale from 1,000 square-metres Panamax models for ships over 70 metres length overall to three-rig configurations for ships over 200 metres. This concept is designed to reduce costs, simplify installation, and utilise wind propulsion as an option for a wide range of boats, from superyachts and cargo ships to cruise ships.The first vessel to launch with this new generation of DynaRig will be <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7777" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenpeace Australia Pacific (Company)">Greenpeace</a>’s upcoming sailing ship, scheduled for an early 2027 debut.Photo courtesy of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a>.&nbsp;

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Production is underway on a twin-masted DynaRig for Project ASC58, set to be the world’s largest sailing catamaran and the only one with this rig.

Production underway for Echo Yachts 58m "world's largest sailing catamaran" ASC58

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess Yachts</a> has confirmed that the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess X90/0126.77m (87'10&quot;)Princess Yachts2026">first hull</a> of its 26.77-metre X90 motor yacht remains on schedule for its debut this summer. The shipyard currently has three X90 yachts under construction, with a fourth hull set to begin production shortly.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/330673/image/large-3ab7130f395aeda3d8d4b03aa1f74c00.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/330673">The first X90 yacht has reached a major construction milestone, with the deck, canopy, and hardtop structures successfully installed at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess Yachts</a>’ Plymouth headquarters. This milestone provides full access for the next stage of the fit-out, which is already in progress. The flybridge yacht features both naval architecture and exterior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Olesinski Ltd. (Company)">Olesinski</a>.“Reaching this stage of the X90 programme is a significant milestone for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess Yachts</a>,” said the shipyard's CEO Will Green. The U.K.-based shipyard considers the X90 as an ‘exciting evolution’ for the brand as she is the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess</a> yacht to showcase an expandable beach club-style cockpit.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383234/image/large-b5bea9562f5005b9654f095988c3d3e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383234">Complementing the spacious cockpit, fold-down terraces on both the port and starboard sides significantly increase the usable outdoor area. When deployed, these balconies open the cockpit to the sea, creating an immersive waterside setting that blends open-air and shaded zones into an elegant, beach-club–style retreat.“The X90 combines groundbreaking features such as the Super Flybridge and fold-down terraces that transform the cockpit into a spectacular shaded beach club. Its open, flowing design maximises space, light and connection to the sea, while delivering the performance, efficiency, craftsmanship and elegance that define <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess</a>,” added Will.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/330679/image/large-05a746a397ba9553a79eb8b02e92c053.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/330679">Adding to the indoor-outdoor experience of the yacht, sweeping patio doors open the main deck dining area to the cockpit, while a more open aft layout and infinity glass transom enhance the overall sense of openness on board.Another hallmark of the yacht is the X Class’s signature Super Flybridge, an innovative configuration that combines an enclosed skylounge and helm with a spacious open-air flybridge deck. The design frees up substantial volume on the main deck by relocating the primary helm to this level.Developed in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Olesinski Ltd. (Company)">Olesinski</a>, the X90 also introduces <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess Yachts</a>’ new Hybrid Progressive-Planing (H.P.P.) hull form, which combines the brand’s renowned seakeeping and handling with advanced hydrodynamic performance. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383235/image/large-a538c85edbb8413ce1df8d30e945c68f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383235">The H.P.P. hull delivers smooth, economical cruising at lower speeds while maintaining assured performance when planing. In practice, the X90 achieves a 10 per cent reduction in power demand above 16 knots compared to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess</a> Y85 (with displacement normalised), while below 10 knots it mirrors the Y85’s fuel consumption despite carrying approximately 18 tonnes of additional weight.According to <a href="https://iq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess Yachts</a> currently has several yachts under construction, including multiple 25.45-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess</a> S80 yachts and a 29.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess</a> X95 yacht.

First Princess X90 yacht in-build

The first hull of Princess Yachts’X90 motor yacht remains on schedule for its debut this summer.

First 27m Princess X90 motor yacht on schedule for summer 2026 launch

The second hull of the 24-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13895" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mojo23.9m (78'5&quot;)Zeelander Yachts2026">Mojo</a>, is nearing completion at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander Yachts</a>, with delivery scheduled for February 2026. As the Dutch shipyard’s largest model to date, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 continues to evolve, and this latest unit showcases a custom layout and a series of design upgrades tailored to her experienced owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/380151/image/large-c9a1283b04a496606a0ab6ba89535ebb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/380151">Set to cruise the South of France, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13895" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mojo23.9m (78'5&quot;)Zeelander Yachts2026">Mojo</a> has been configured for owner operation, with the option to run with a captain when desired. She is also the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> yacht to feature a pearlescent white hull and deck, accented with gold and black boot stripes and paired with glossy teak flooring.As <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander’s</a> flagship, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13895" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mojo23.9m (78'5&quot;)Zeelander Yachts2026">Mojo</a> blends timeless styling with contemporary luxury, marked by soft interior forms, generous glazing and seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor living. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/380153/image/large-8d9b4f5f0ac55ce0a520777487e51e49.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/380153">Inside, the flagship introduces a newly developed general arrangement. A breakfast bar has been added to the main saloon, while the galley has been repositioned to enhance circulation and social interaction on board. The aft deck now features an enlarged L-shaped seating area and an expanded sunbed. Below deck, five cabins are finished to the same high standard, including those traditionally designated for crew.On the main deck, guests benefit from expansive lounging and dining areas, while the lower deck’s full-beam midship master stateroom offers sweeping panoramic views and more than 2.1-metres of headroom. A targa sunroof and retractable aft windows further enhance the sense of openness, allowing for seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces.Designed for easy owner operation, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 benefits from the intuitive controls of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo (Company)">Volvo</a> IPS system. A dedicated tender garage houses a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Jet Tenders (Company)">Williams Jet Tender</a> 395, two Porsche Design <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cayago AG / Seabob (Company)">Seabobs</a> and full diving equipment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/380152/image/large-43f7439decbe39edcc8a8f1a8c48af4a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/380152">Powered by triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo (Company)">Volvo</a> IPS 1350 engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13895" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mojo23.9m (78'5&quot;)Zeelander Yachts2026">Mojo</a> reaches a top speed of 30 knots or up to 40 knots when equipped with an optional quadruple IPS installation. True to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> philosophy of quiet, refined cruising, sound levels remain below 65 dBA even at full speed. At cruising speed, the model offers a range of approximately 600 nautical miles, extending to 3,000 nautical miles at seven knots.“With this next <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 nearing completion, the shipyard continues to push the boundaries of craftsmanship, customisation and comfort in the 24-metre class,” concluded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a>.

Second Zeelander yacht mojo nears completion

The second hull of the 24-metre Zeelander 8 series, Mojo, is nearing completion.

Second 24m Zeelander 8 motor yacht Mojo nears completion with 2026 delivery date

Project Metamorphosis, one of two 72-metre sister ships in-build at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>’s superyacht facility in Tuscany, is the first superyacht designed inside and out by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/558" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Armani/Casa (Company)">Giorgio Armani</a>. We visited the yard to catch up with the project leaders as the yacht prepares for her technical launch in April.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/191275/image/large-967f6db1fa63591ac112767b3d80b7de.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/191275">The idea of inviting <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/558" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Armani/Casa (Company)">Giorgio Armani</a> to create a custom design for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> brand came to Giovanni Costantino, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group (TISG)</a>, when he was walking past the Emporio Armani store, a vast building that occupies a whole block in Milan’s city centre. Armani was no stranger to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> having twice refitted his own yacht, 65-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Main65.0m (213'3&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.2008">Main</a>, at the group’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/194" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NCA Refit (Company)">NCA Refit</a>facility. It took another six months for the two men to meet in person, but it didn’t take long for the famous fashion designer to take up the challenge.&nbsp;Working to a heavily revised concept platform, the collaboration required constant back-and-forth between Armani’s creative team and the shipyard’s engineers. Armani would sketch ideas, which were then transformed into detailed blueprints by the shipyard’s engineering team, who made adjustments for practicality while staying true to the original design intent. The dynamic ensured that the 2,070GT superyacht would embody the designer’s signature style that blends discreet aesthetics with functional luxury, but also meet the required performance and technical parameters. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>'s global managing partner Michel Chryssicopoulos quickly found a buyer for what became Project Metamorphosis and her sister ship, Project Visionary, sold a few months later.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355528/image/large-8a4b93215ae955bd3c6e3ff8ebdd3974.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355528">“The challenge was to craft a bold visual statement without relying on unnecessary ornamentation,” says Costantino. “The yacht had to be practical to operate, but also a piece of modern design that conveys timeless beauty."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355529/image/large-b643b1d774300160ee340d3b049fcd1d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355529">Heart of GlassArmani’s minimalistic aesthetic makes ample use of glass, both externally and internally, &nbsp;with full-height panoramic windows on multiple decks. In fact, there are 310 square metres of external glass windows supplied by Sedak GmbH amounting to 15.5 tonnes in weight (in addition to 230 square metres and 4.5 tonnes of decorative interior glass). The windows on the main deck and bridge deck are also cantilevered outboard – these glass panes are not only massive, they also had to be able to withstand extreme weather conditions at sea without compromising the overall aesthetic.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355530/image/large-db369a0e0d47bfa6a727a9e75a6da96d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355530">“One of the first things we did was a feasibility study and FEM analysis to make sure the structure could take the stresses the yacht would be subjected to during her life,“ says project manager Davide Santagostino. “This analysis had to take into account not only the weight of the glass, but also the stresses caused by water movement and the external forces in high wind-load conditions. Further engineering was required with regard to weight distribution and stability, and we had to find creative ways to place internal structural pillars without disrupting the open-plan layout.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312192/image/large-a079f18cc169d0cb84f162aa0ec17172.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312192">The cantilevered glass further provides for an angled skylight above the main window pane in the guest cabins and bathrooms on main deck, which noticeably increases the amount of natural light entering the interiors. The sky lounge on the bridge deck, designed as an versatile cinema area for year-round use in summer and winter, has electrically operated floor-to-ceiling glass panes on three sides. The panes measuring up to 1.8 metres in diameter can be stacked in the open position to provide a plein air space in warmer weather or a more enclosed, sheltered environment when cruising colder climes. Forward of the very spacious wheelhouse is a deep Portuguese bridge that can be used as a relaxation area for the crew. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355526/image/large-0256e54a228047749d1b844444d87f7a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355526">Going the DistanceIn the spring of 2024 Project Metamorphosis found a new owner in a sale brokered by Darrell Hall of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>. The change of ownership, just three months before the projected launch, presented further challenges for both the shipyard and the new owner’s team.“When I came on board, we were already at a stage where we realised there would be several adjustments necessary to meet the new owner’s requirements for personal use and with a view to charter," says Captain David Pott, who joined the project shortly after the resale. "Sustainability was not a prime motivator for the owner, but he was keen to integrate eco-friendly measures into the design as much as possible. He wanted a yacht that was able to go the distance – both literally and figuratively – and do so responsibly in full compliance with environmental regulations.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355533/image/large-341ae86dd47ae434d5d75d1fcf1b1a95.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355533">The owner's desire to explore high latitudes – the Northwest Passage is just one item on a planned multi-year circumnavigation – meant uprating the yacht to Polar Class 1C certification, the lowest ice classification based on first-year ice in the Baltic Sea and Arctic Ocean. Although the hull was built with an ice belt of 12mm steel plating to withstand some ice conditions, the former owner had not opted to pursue formal certification. The shipyard team got to work to make the modifications required to meet the requirements. Amongst other measures, this involved upgrading the rudderpost, pintles, steering gear and propellers, installing freeze-protection valves, making new stability calculations that take into account ice accretion, and addressing environmental protection requirements.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355523/image/large-fca67b5ef0751f76a062767500463ad7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355523">The latter led to an owner’s request for enhancements to the yacht’s SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) system by increasing the urea storage capacity. Injected as a water-based solution, the urea undergoes hydrolysis to produce ammonia, which reacts with NOx in the catalytic elements, effectively converting the harmful pollutants into harmless water vapor and nitrogen gas. Under Tier III diesel emissions regulations, in theory a vessel is required to carry only enough urea to run the SCR within a NOx Emission Control Area (ECA), but the owner wanted to use the system regardless of where his yacht is in the world – a prescient decision given that the list of ECAs will expand to include the Mediterranean as of May of this year. Besides neutralising NOx emissions, the SCR system also reduces exhaust noise and helps trap soot particles so they don’t find their way onto the deck, into the swimming pool and into the water around the yacht.“This was a major modification as we had to rework the tankage to include more urea storage, which impacted the yacht’s fuel capacity,” says Andrea Bigagli, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> Corporate Strategic Director. “In the end we were able to add more urea tankage without compromising the yacht’s cruising range of 6,000 nautical miles.”“We took the view that emissions regulations are getting stricter all the time, so why not try to reduce as much as possible our environmental impact from the outset?” adds chief engineer Sam Needham. “We asked the shipyard to investigate the possibility of having the SCR units running all the time and they were happy to do that, which is a big improvement from our side. Basically, the yacht will run out of fuel before it runs out of urea.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355531/image/large-278f6ff9f27edee7ce605f5f5ef9e8a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355531">Future ProofIn line with the owner's desire for a tech-savvy and future-proofed yacht, the AV/IT systems underwent substantial upgrades. Working alongside AV/IT integrator Pibiesse, four Starlink antennas were added to the spec and cabling was augmented to ensure high throughput, redundancy, and future scalability for data-heavy applications like live video feeds, conferencing, and multimedia entertainment.&nbsp;“Given the rapid advance of high-bandwidth systems, this upgrade was designed to future-proof the yacht’s AV/IT capacity in years to come,” says Bigagli. “The idea is that as new tech emerges, it can be seamlessly integrated into the existing infrastructure without requiring a complete system overhaul.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355536/image/large-f2ca65aa498b52f2bb9742375ddbad61.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355536">Another important upgrade came in the form of an integrated bridge system from Furuno. This high-end addition improves the yacht’s navigation and operational capabilities, but also extends the vessel's usability in far-flung and possibly uncharted locations. The new bridge equipment includes FLIR thermal cameras and a WASSP multibeam sonar for mapping the seabed in high-resolution 3D. Using a tender in advance of the mothership, the system’s wide-angle sonar transducer maps the seafloor to find the safest passage and anchorage. The yacht also features telescopic wing stations with floors that pop up flush with the deck when extended, and a pantographic mechanism for the console controls inside the bulwarks.Other modifications include the addition of an ice bath next to the hottub on the sundeck, stacked storage for four jet skis in the forward tender garage with their own lifting gear, and a much bigger transom hatch that hinges down into a recess in the swim platform for flush access to the beach club. A unique feature and testament to the high level of detailing is the design of the handrails. Curved to follow the shape of the bulwarks, each stanchion is slightly different and the rails themselves, although capped with teak on the inside, present a polished stainless-steel profile on the outside to complement the crisp exterior styling. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/312648/image/large-0aaba726a90db74276874e072ae95030.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/312648">Customisation and CollaborationProject Metamorphosis is due for delivery in June and is expected to be a showstopper at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/271" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2025">Monaco Yacht Show</a> in September. The late change of ownership and subsequent customisation requests inevitably meant delays, but enthusiastic collaboration between the owner’s team and the shipyard has been key to ensuring a successful result as the project enters the home straight.&nbsp;“We’ve been able to tweak a few things, but we could see right from the start that the shipyard had put together a solid package and the foundations for a strong vessel were already there,” says chief engineer Sam Needham, who reviewed the design and specifications before the resale. “Now it’s just a question of supporting the shipyard as much as we can to help them get across the finish line.”-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355534/image/large-b088dcaf6076bd870356fa7cb6deb74f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355534">Digital twinsShortly after the yacht changed hands, the owner’s team brought in Paul Shersby of Film360 Ltd to create a complete ‘digital twin’ of the project during construction using a Matterport LiDAR camera to capture spaces in high-resolution 3D. Working at night when the yacht was empty and progressing from tank deck to top deck, at the time of going to print Shersby had scanned the entire yacht four times (a complete 3D picture takes 500 scans or more) at intervals of six to eight weeks. While the system has been used to provide navigable interiors of finished yachts and residences for commercial purposes, the technology also allows the owner’s team to remotely track the construction as it progresses.&nbsp;“It’s been a really useful tool that I think will be picked up by others,” says Captain Todd. “For example, we can see all the cable and piping runs, where wi-fi routers are located, the black and grey water routes – basically everything below the deckheads or behind the walls before they’re covered up. It means if there’s a leak or other issues later on, we have a better idea of where the problem might be without having to take the interior to pieces.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355527/image/large-20cef72894db9111d27266d505e3308f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355527"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>Owner of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tecnomar (Company)">Tecnomar</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a>, Picchiotti, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tecnomar (Company)">Tecnomar</a> for Lamborghini brands, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> headquarters in Marina di Carrara has two of the largest private dry docks in the Mediterranean: a 200-metre long basin and a second 147-metre dock inaugurated in 2021. There is second <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> facility in Viareggio and a third one in La Spezia for a combined area of more than 244,000 square metres, 18 production sheds, over 1,500m of berthing, a 3,300-ton floating barge, and a keel pit in La Spezia used by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/194" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NCA Refit (Company)">NCA Refit</a> that manages the group’s maintenance and refit services. In addition, the group operates two leased facilities in Antalya and Yalova, Turkey, for the production of its steel hulls and aluninium superstructures. It also has its own furniture manufacturing company, Celi Srl.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> was listed on the Italian stock exchange in 2021. Excluding the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tecnomar (Company)">Tecnomar</a> for Lamborghini 63, at the beginning of 2025 it reported 22 active new-build projects across its portfolio of brands for a total length of 1,356 metres. These projects include Project Titanium, currently the largest yacht under construction in Italy at 100 metres and 3,800GT.&nbsp;This article was first published in <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine/how-to-build-it-issue-7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Issue 7 of &nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine/how-to-build-it-issue-7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine/how-to-build-it-issue-7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">How to Build It</a><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine/how-to-build-it-issue-7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine/how-to-build-it-issue-7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">magazine, which can be downloaded here</a>

Metamorphosis yacht build report

We visited the yard to catch up with the project leaders as the yacht prepares for her technical launch in April.

The Italian Job: Building the 72-metre Armani-designed Metamorphosis at Admiral

The 26-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="St. Barth Yachting (Company)">St Barth</a> 85 fly motor yacht, currently in construction in the Netherlands, is nearing completion with delivery scheduled for February 2025. Following her hull launch in November 2023, SuperYacht Times takes a first look at her interior and exterior renderings.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/345078/image/large-e77ec7265bc66d922a7bc2df366baebd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/345078">Constructed entirely of aluminium, the yacht’s exterior and interior design are the work of AR Design. Her naval architecture was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="St. Barth Yachting (Company)">Wijk Yacht Creations</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/345077/image/large-c9d8c8d4cdfb5ce7cec5f47b76d566ea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/345077">The yacht accommodates eight guests in four luxurious staterooms, along with three crew members housed in two cabins. Her beam of 6.3-metres and 63 GT interior volume ensures spacious living areas. Adding to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="St. Barth Yachting (Company)">St Barth</a>’s charm are her high ceilings, which exceed 2.1-metres across all decks.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/345073/image/large-ccc0896ac37cb96f4e7ded7deb28b08b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/345073">Standout features include the Jacuzzi at the bow, and dining area located on the bridge deck. Sitting six metres above sea level, guests can enjoy uninterrupted 360-degree views through expansive windows.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/345075/image/large-5ea6129339268d14cf8451a92c1ba47a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/345075">Adjacent to the U-shaped galley is the dining area, which features a long bench along the window side and four bucket chairs surrounding a table that comfortably seats eight.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/284842/image/large-30266e6e7c70a7f7c80959fd1edc3189.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/284842">The dining table, supported by robust stainless-steel legs, is constructed with premium materials, offering both durability and elegance. This arrangement allows the chef to cook in full view of the guests, fostering a convivial atmosphere perfect for family gatherings.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/284843/image/large-b6d75c6d688bd3ecb998084e87eace77.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/284843">This new Dutch design maximises space and practicality, featuring a bow jacuzzi with a built-in tank that empties in three minutes and refills in eight. The tender is stored in a garage beneath the beach club, keeping decks obstacle-free, while a foldable water faucet adds a smart touch.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/284838/image/large-5baac8d1f0e1afb3566b0fc21574eeaf.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/284838">The yacht boasts high ceilings exceeding 2.1-metres across all decks and achieves a cruising speed of 20 knots and a top speed of 28 knots, powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> IPS 1350hp engines.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/284837/image/large-f71f1df2f915998a5f3f5342ecbb8812.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/284837">

First look at at in-build 26m St Barth 85 fly motor yacht

The 26-metre St-Barth 85 motor yacht, designed by AR Design and Wijk Yacht Creations, is nearing completion.

First look at in-build 26m St Barth 85 fly motor yacht

Eyebrows were raised when fibreglass builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> announced construction had started on its first steel and aluminium superyacht. Two more Amer Steel projects followed in rapid succession. We take a closer look at the 41-metre explorer yacht, which will be the first to launch next year and the first steel hull to carry <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a>’s new IPS professional platform.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340489/image/large-1f2740a0273d1e4b5e9544b2b37e893b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340489">Two years ago when <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> started cutting steel on a 70-metre flagship, it represented a massive scaling up in size for the family-owned boatbuilder. The group has been building in fibreglass under the Amer Yachts brand for over 30 years and enjoys a loyal customer base, but the largest model in its composite range to date, the 36.5-metre Amer 120, is fully half the overall length and a fraction of the volume.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340522/image/large-b26af8d7cdbf9d5a24efba8f37619b6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340522">“It’s true we’re known for our smaller fibreglass boats, but Permare also has three refit shipyards in Liguria – <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanremo Ship s.r.l. (Company)">Cantiere Sanremo Ship</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4551" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali del Mediterraneo (Company)">Cantieri del Mediterraneo</a>, and Cantieri del Ponente,” says Barbara Amerio, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> CEO. “One refit was the complete restoration of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Destiny S28.8m (94'6&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1959">Destiny S</a>, a classic 1959 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholson</a>, which involved rebuilding the riveted steel hull, so it’s not like we’re unfamiliar with the material and began building in steel overnight.“<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340479/image/large-f1335a56a4217cbb5b3e1a2762765a97.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340479">However, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> had no serious plans to start building new in steel until a satisfied refit client approached them for the 70-metre project. That contract was quickly followed by another with an experienced client introduced by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luiz de Basto Designs (Company)">Luiz De Basto</a> for a 41-metre explorer yacht, and a third sale for a 50-metre hull with a repeat client looking to upgrade from composite to metal. Although all are being built in rented hangars in Pisa, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> is investing in a new state-of-the-art facility nearby that should be up and running by the end of next year (see sidebar at end of article).<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340491/image/large-7ccc5755943bdeeaef6168be047b94d8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340491">EVEN FURTHERThe client <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luiz de Basto Designs (Company)">De Basto</a> brought to the table is the previous owner of the 46.5-metre explorer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1257" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Far Far Away46.58m (152'10&quot;)INACE Yachts2012">Far Far Away</a>, also designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luiz de Basto Designs (Company)">De Basto</a> and launched by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanremo Ship s.r.l. (Company)">Inace</a> in 2012. The new yacht bears a distinct family resemblance with its raised fo'c's'le and open foredeck for storing tenders, but is a much more sophisticated version of the Brazilian boat in every way. Moreover, as a full-custom Ice Class project it differs from the other two hulls in build that form part of the Amer Steel series designed by Antonio Luxardo of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5771" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Optima Design (Company)">Optima Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340520/image/large-33f20b64177b629e1c30ee582ba4c111.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340520">“The owner went all over the place with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1257" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Far Far Away46.58m (152'10&quot;)INACE Yachts2012">Far Far Away</a> and knew exactly what he wanted,” says De Basto. “His new yacht, which will be called Even Further, is basically a distillation of everything he liked about the old one minus the things he didn’t like, such as the Jacuzzi on the fly bridge that he never used, and I added some of my own ideas along the way.”One such idea are the two cranes integrated into the forward bulwarks, a feature that appeared in De Basto’s 62-metre Nautilus concept for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise Yachts</a>. The two 7.5-metre tenders stored in the foredeck well are large for the size of yacht, hence the cranes have a lifting capacity of 2,500kg (one will also serve as a life-saving appliance for the rescue tender) and a reach of 7 metres. At the time of our visit to Pisa, the cranes were still being built by Mor Saverio, a specialist in the design and construction of hydraulic hardware in Brescia in northern Italy. Although it has been suppling the yachting industry with platforms, gangways and shell doors for 45 years, the brand is less well known than some other suppliers of hydraulic equipment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340496/image/large-cd731117ef9c5462f415f14253a1de22.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340496">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> gave us a lot freedom to make certain decisions when it came to the technical design process,” says Luxardo. “For example, they did not necessarily have contacts with the best suppliers for a steel project, so we developed the interface with the right companies so we could integrate the technical components into the design from the start. If you can define the maker’s list in advance it avoids revisions down the line and improves the build quality.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5771" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Optima Design (Company)">Optima Design</a> engineered the whole yacht in 3D and optimised the the concept and hull lines by De Basto to match the common technical platform developed for the Amer Steel series. The studio has also moved eight of its staff into an on-site office in Pisa to oversee the construction.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340497/image/large-f31232f8514085bcb0de069534353af6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340497">“We prefer to have a team on site,” &nbsp;says Michele Zignego, head of engineering at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5771" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Optima Design (Company)">Optima Design</a>. “Decisions have to be made on a daily basis and the idea is to keep as close to the original design and engineering as possible. When you’re dealing with multiple suppliers and subcontractors, it gives us more executive control.”FOUR IS BETTER THAN TWOControl was especially important as the 41-metre explorer will be the first steel hull to be equipped with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a>’s new IPS40 professional platform for superyachts up to around 55 metres in length. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> is accustomed to equipping its composite boats with IPS propulsion, but the latest iteration has a very different configuration and added another level of complexity. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> was still engineering the concept when construction started and will not start series production until next year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340501/image/large-c061435cb9128c2fbdce9e43a885a3dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340501">The new IPS system is powered by not one but two<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">&nbsp;Volvo Penta</a> D13 engines, which are paired with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) units to comply with the IMO Tier III standards. Based on average operational profiles, the &nbsp;dual-power input is designed to offer increased flexibility, modularity and sustainability. The platform is also pre-prepared for a mix of power sources, from combustion engines running on renewable fuels to fully electric or hybrid solutions (see the article Going Pro on how <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> developed the system in <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine/how-to-build-it-issue-6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Issue 6 of How to Build It</a>) .&nbsp;The four engines, each with their own SCR unit, occupy a slightly smaller footprint than a pair of bigger engines with drive shafts, but they still required a fresh look at the layout of the engine room to ensure – in Zignego’s words – “everything fit everything into a compact space on a compact yacht.” In addition, the IPS system was originally designed for semi-displacement and planing boats and you can’t just copy and paste it onto a steel displacement hull. Unlike traditional shaft drives, the pods have to be mounted parallel to the hull to ensure all the available power is used to drive the yacht forward efficiently, but the buttocks of a displacement hull slope up towards the stern. To create a horizontal surface for mounting the pods, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5771" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Optima Design (Company)">Optima Design</a> had to design a hydrodynamic ‘blister’ under the stern and shared its CFD data and tank test results at MARIN with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> so it could finalise the through-hull interface.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340523/image/large-7087805b4d4bad673fe3fc61fc560592.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340523"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340500/image/large-339c0872950eeeb08400db4c1efb586b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340500">CHILL OUTAmer yachts customarily have air-conditioned engine rooms and the Amer 41 Steel is equipped with a separate chiller system for the engine room. Ordinarily, supply and extraction fans take care of the combustion air intake and fresh outside air to dissipate heat from engines, boilers, generators and electrical equipment. This can involve very large amounts of air with huge fans and ducting systems. According to ISO 8861 the base for the ambient outside temperature is set at 35°C with a temperature rise from the passing air of 12.5K. But If you’re sailing in an area where the outside air temperature is higher or cruising in an icy area with sub-zero temperatures – as the Ice Class explorer is likely to do – a different approach is needed.“Instead of big fans we have a dedicated chiller and RCU [Recycled air handling] that controls the air circulation in the engine room, but also the pressure, temperature and humidity level, which brings multiple benefits,” says Luxardo. “Everything lasts longer and runs better because you’re removing the humidity and most equipment prefers cooler air; watermakers are very sensitive to heat, for example. At the same time, you’re getting rid of those big, noisy air ducts and you can see that smaller trunking means we have more usable space in the main saloon.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340522/image/large-b26af8d7cdbf9d5a24efba8f37619b6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340522">Amer Yachts has a loyal client base that tends to move up in size with the brand, but there comes a point when that means building in steel or aluminium and they have to look elsewhere. By establishing Amer Steel, the strategy is to keep those customers in the family fold.“It may be a client looking to upscale from fibreglass, or someone who has already owned metal yachts and has a specific idea for something a bit different,” concludes Amerio. “We’re a boutique shipyard in some ways because we build in small numbers, but that means we can also be very flexible if owners come to us well prepared with clear ideas about what they want.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340492/image/large-6114b87d6a5831013f96e872421c1d5f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340492">Sidebar: Sustainable construction<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> was founded by Fernando Amerio in 1973 in Sanremo to offer nautical services to a growing clientele from Liguria and the nearby French Riviera. In the early ‘90s, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> began building boats under its own brand, Amer Yachts, and the first to launch was a 20-metre model. Today, its products have been exported well beyond the Mediterraean to &nbsp;the USA, the Middle East and the Far East. Sustainable solutions have long been central to the brand’s ethos and Barbara Amerio is both company CEO and and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) manager.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340499/image/large-05be04c617857d652e21af607b5c080e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340499">Steel is a recyclable material, but what about alternatives to fibreglass for your composite production?We’re looking into hybrid materials to replace traditional fibreglass and the Amer 120, our biggest model which will be presented this year, was designed to use less composite by replacing it with aluminium for the superstructure. This reduced the amount of fibreglass for the hull and the flybridge by four tonnes. Now we’re going a step further and introducing a third material: basalt fibre derived from melting basalt rock at extremely high temperatures and then processing it into fine filaments that are woven to create a cloth. Basalt cloth is a versatile material with a wide range of applications and provides excellent mechanical, thermal, chemical and electrical properties.This is all part of an ESG [Environmental, Social, and Governance]&nbsp;study with RINA to measure the integration of sustainable principles into our corporate strategies and activities. The assessment uses a rating methodology based on a set of key indicators according to international best practices. We’ve created an international working group with the bio-resin coming from France, the PET core from Sweden, and the basalt fibre from Germany to create a bio-composite that will be a completely recyclable. We’ve already ordered the first shipment of RINA-certified basalt fibre, and the idea is to build two decks, one in fibreglass and one using basalt fibre, then make comparison tests. All this is happening in Tuscany where our mould-maker will be the first to infuse the deck of a 106-footer made from this new hybrid material. We want to be the first to develop something that works, but once we have the results we don’t plan to keep it to ourselves and will make our findings available to other builders.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340494/image/large-28c832c88ee86983126f199e13514399.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340494">Tell us more about the new shipyard Amer is planning in Pisa Navicelli.It represents an investment of around €12 million in total and the local municipality has already accepted our development plans. We’re just waiting for final approval as the building is close to the airport; if all goes well we hope to be operational by the end of 2025. It will be the production base for Amer Steel where we will build yachts from 40 to 70-plus metres, but our sweet spot is somewhere in the middle where we can still use Volvo Penta IPS propulsion. It will be a cutting-edge facility, both in terms of architecture and environmental impact, with human capital at the centre of its design. The idea is that the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> philosophy is reflected in the building itself.This article was originally published in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine/how-to-build-it-issue-6" target="_blank">Issue 6 of How To Build It</a>. You can read all the articles from this edition&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine/how-to-build-it-issue-5" target="_blank">here</a>, and stay up-to-date with all previous editions&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine" target="_blank">here</a>.

Building Amer 41 steel yacht

Justin Ratcliffe visits Amer Yachts to report on the Amer 41 Steel.

From fibreglass to steel: Building the Amer 41 Steel

Leapher Yachts on 61m Horizon superyacht in-build

Justin Ratcliffe takes a look at Leapher Yachts and its first 61m steel explorer yacht Horizon, which is currently in-build. 

Build Report: Leapher Yachts first 61m steel explorer yacht Horizon

Build Report: Project Zero

We visit the fossil-fuel-free Project Zero sailing yacht under construction at Vitters Shipyard 

Build Report: 69m Vitters fossil-fuel-free Project Zero sailing yacht

Build Report: Feadship's Project 821

We visited the project at the Royal Van Lent shipyard in Amsterdam just prior to the launch of Feadship's Project 821. 

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Build Report: Feadship's 119m hydrogen fuel-cell yacht Project 821

Making Turquoise Yachts' 79m superyacht Toro

Team Toro breaks down the ins and outs of constructing the 79-metre Turquoise superyacht Project Toro. 

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Build Report: Crafting Turquoise Yachts' 79m superyacht Toro

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

Gentleman: Picchiotti Gentleman 24M yacht delivered

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

First Picchiotti Gentleman 24M yacht delivered and christened Gentleman

The 25.13-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> is listed for auction in partnership with YachtBid and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bright Auctions (Company)">Bright Auctions</a>, with bidding scheduled to take place from 24 August to 31 August 2026. The auction will commence 17:00 CEST on 24 August and conclude at 19:00 CEST on 31 August, with a starting bid of €250,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397102/image/large-24821bba9e1a05c9dc0c4a4bf8b68c0a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397102">Delivered in 2001 by the French shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/328" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Judel / Vrolijk & co (Company)">Judel / Vrolijk &amp; Co</a>, while her interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/132" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="GCA Arquitectes Associats (Company)">GCA Arquitectes Associats</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397099/image/large-d3134277ff497a941f78eeef0793127b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397099">Built with an aluminium hull and superstructure, the sloop-rigged yacht up for auction has a beam of 6.1-metres and a draft of 3.5-metres.The sailing yacht has benefitted from an extensive refit programme, with a €5 million rebuild completed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> in The Netherlands in 2018 under the project name "Take Fife,” due to the extent of the project. Further upgrades have since included re-headed rod rigging in 2022 and the installation of an identical main engine and generator in 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397101/image/large-ebcc23d62219cd7ce60d0a462ebb1932.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397101">Designed as a performance cruiser, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> sports a sleek flush-deck look with wide teak decks and a spacious cockpit that encourages guests to socialise while underway. Her generous sail plan is complemented by a practical deck layout, supporting an exhilarating performance and comfortable short-handed cruising.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397100/image/large-8bdc9d3d6e38c085fc40e976a246dea4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397100">Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> blends modern comfort with classic sailing yacht elegance. Her open-plan saloon is bright and welcoming, thanks to skylights, warm wood panelling, neutral furnishings. The open-plan living area features plenty of seating and a stylish space for dining, all enhanced by the sophisticated touch of carefully curated artwork.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397107/image/large-2c0b8ccd3c43cb086f91959851441863.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397107">Spanning 61 GT, accommodation onboard is arranged for up to eight guests, including a spacious owner's stateroom and comfortable guest quarters. Separate accommodation is also provided for a crew of three, including her captain.In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a> engine that delivers a cruising speed of 12 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397103/image/large-3f6afa8a9eaa8750001ff18bd06b11cd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397103">Prospective buyers will have the opportunity to inspect the yacht during scheduled viewing days in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, taking place on 8 August and 29 August 2026 between 11:00 and 14:00 local time.

25m JFA sailing yacht Ikigai up for auction

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

 25m JFA sailing yacht Ikigai up for auction

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

Alaiya: 111m Lürssen yacht in Èze, France

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

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

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

45m Alia superyacht Genie Blu launched

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

45m custom Alia superyacht Genie Blu launched

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

Sanlorenzo motor yacht North sold

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


27m Sanlorenzo motor yacht North sold

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

 59m Amels explorer yacht Just B for sale

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


59m Amels explorer yacht Just B for sale

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

AB130 Casa Bri Mare and second Maiora 36 Exuma yachts launched

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

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

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

Heesen yacht Lumir for sale

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


37m Heesen motor yacht Lumir for sale

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

Couach yacht Arion sold

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


37m Couach motor yacht Arion sold

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

Mangusta motor yacht Houdini sold

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

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