Feadship has announced that Francois van Well has been appointed Director and CEO of Feadship America. Previously one of the Directors at Royal Van Lent, Francois will work alongside Don Kenniston, who has run the Dutch luxury yacht builder’s Stateside office since it opened in 1977. As the new Director and CEO of Feadship America, Francois will be aiming to further strengthen the sales function of the office in Ft. Lauderdale. Over half of Feadship’s client base is based in the United States and Francois’s appointment will increase the ease with which personal contacts can be made within this largest of markets. In addition to maintaining close relationships with (potential) clients, he will network with captains and prepare marketing materials specially aimed at the American market. “While Americans are very used to traveling within their own country, some are less keen on taking a flight to Holland,” Francois says. “The fact that Feadship has its own office in Florida offers many other benefits. People welcome the opportunity to be able to contact you any time of the day, without having to take time zones into account. Moreover, being in the US means it is much easier for me to visit a client in person.” Before taking up his new position in March, Francois was involved with a project to analyze the yachting market in general and the Stateside market in particular. “Our goal is to have the clearest possible picture of how Feadship can best be represented,” explains Francois. “The Feadship brand is unique in the superyacht world and we offer an incredible product to the most sophisticated of client bases. Serving the world as we do means ensuring that all cultural traditions are understood and the needs of individual owners kept to the fore. This is a challenge which I relish meeting in the years ahead in America.”

Francois van Well joins Feadship America

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari (Company)">Ferrari</a> has unveiled the advanced energy management concept behind its 30-metre foiling monohull, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15705" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari Project Hypersail30.0m (98'5&quot;)Ferrari2026">Ferrari Hypersail</a>. The concept reveals a fully integrated system designed to enable complete energy autonomy during offshore racing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399403/image/large-bf7d948d8b4ec58549a3a280759be3f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399403">Developed by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15705" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari Project Hypersail30.0m (98'5&quot;)Ferrari2026">Ferrari Hypersail</a> Tech Team in Maranello, the system forms part of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari (Company)">Ferrari's</a> wider effort to transfer technologies developed for its road and racing cars into the world of offshore sailing.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/63668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Car manufacturer Ferrari announces 30m racing yacht Hypersail in-build with 2026 launch date (2025-06-25 14:00:00 +0200)">Car manufacturer Ferrari announces 30m racing yacht Hypersail in-build with 2026 launch date</a>Unveiled in 2025, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/ferrari-hypersail-yacht-in-build" target="_blank">hull structure of the in-build 30-metre Project Hypersail was revealed</a> for the first time following the removal from her mould in May this year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391620/image/large-8ae7641becc28a51538d88f56e189e6a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391620">Fully self-sufficient energy systemRather than relying on conventional power sources, the yacht generates electricity from solar and wind energy, as well as energy produced by the crew while sailing.The vessel's onboard energy management system has been designed to efficiently collect, store and distribute power to the yacht's various systems. Surplus energy is stored in twin 800-volt battery packs, allowing electricity to be supplied according to the vessel's operational requirements."Hypersail is the first foiling monohull for ocean racing to achieve complete energy autonomy," said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari (Company)">Ferrari</a> Hypersail Technical Team Leader Marco Guglielmo Ribigini. "Thanks to an electrical system that ensures the ideal balance between efficiency and performance, alongside innovative solutions such as Winch-by-Wire, all onboard adjustments are powered entirely by energy generated while underway."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399404/image/large-3e65648fe2b72e2fbc01d79e1539f239.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399404">Winch-by-Wire converts human power into electricityOne of the project's most significant innovations is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari (Company)">Ferrari's</a> new Winch-by-Wire system, which replaces traditional mechanical and hydraulic winch arrangements.Instead of directly driving the sail controls, the crew's physical effort is converted into electrical energy before being redistributed throughout the yacht's onboard grid. The electricity powers the vessel's electric winches and hydraulic systems, while enabling crew members to maintain a consistent grinding cadence under varying loads. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari (Company)">Ferrari</a>, the technology allows a single crew member to manage loads of up to nine tonnes.The system also incorporates electric motors derived from the active suspension technology used in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari (Company)">Ferrari</a> Purosangue and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari (Company)">Ferrari</a> F80, demonstrating the transfer of automotive technology into offshore sailing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399402/image/large-17995fa02e2627160aaefb2c8b2d5af1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399402">Renewable energy powers flight systemsBelow deck, the yacht's Active Flight Control System manages the foils and canting keel through separate operating modes for large structural adjustments and rapid control-surface movements. Major appendage movements are powered by an 800 volt electric drive system, while the foil flaps are controlled by dedicated 48 volt electric motors, a configuration <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari (Company)">Ferrari</a> says improves performance, energy efficiency and system redundancy.The entire electrical and hydraulic system is powered exclusively by renewable energy. Hypersail incorporates 100-square-metres of walkable solar panels integrated into the deck and topsides, alongside removable stern-mounted wind turbines designed to maximise energy generation while minimising aerodynamic drag.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari (Company)">Ferrari</a> said the project demonstrates how technologies developed through open innovation can be applied beyond the automotive sector.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391618/image/large-6e9f6fc22ffe18f655ff06c07f9fde52.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391618">“The engineering objective was a meticulous study of the intake angle in order to identify the optimal balance between maximum power generation efficiency and minimal aerodynamic drag at high speeds, ensuring optimal performance across diverse ocean scenarios,” concluded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferrari (Company)">Ferrari</a>.&nbsp;

Ferrari unveils Hypersail energy management concept

Ferrari has unveiled the advanced energy management concept behind its 100-foot foiling monohull, Ferrari Hypersail.

Ferrari unveils self-sufficient energy concept for 30m Hypersail racing yacht

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a> has revealed the interior of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16783" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic 80 Café Racer #123.93m (78'6&quot;)Baltic Yachts2027">first hull of its new 23.98-metre Baltic 80 Café Racer</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399045/image/large-6a4af5448d6fb4c8622ece3510e0aeaa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399045">Evolving from the Baltic 68 Café Racer concept, the 80-foot model expands the brand’s focus on speed, simplicity, and easy handling into a larger maxi daysailer format. The design showcases a bold, flexible living space that reflects the yard’s performance-driven philosophy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399040/image/large-dc3a6cc5c34a7a83361424681e775474.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399040">Performance-driven design and optimisationThe first hull of the Baltic 80 Café Racer features naval architecture by Javier Jaudenes of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2857" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Surge Projects (Company)">Surge Projects</a>. Externally, the yacht retains the series’ signature performance-led identity, developed through extensive CFD analysis and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/758" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North Sails (Company)">North Sails</a>’ virtual wind tunnel technology. This results in a lightweight carbon-fibre hull designed for competitive performance in coastal and maxi-class racing environments.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399047/image/large-ca68ba19522824b1334cd742884e86c6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399047">A total of twenty-one hull configurations were evaluated using an advanced dynamic VPP model, enabling designers to refine sail trim and assess full-motion behaviour under varying conditions. The final design combines powerful hull lines with low resistance in light air, while maintaining form stability and control as conditions build. Performance optimisation is further enhanced by a generous J dimension, allowing a larger genoa for improved acceleration and strong reaching performance alongside a dedicated jib-top configuration.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399048/image/large-cacd9ba2729d515c3f047ddc9cc48f68.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399048">In addition, two rig setups are available, offering a wide spectrum of sailing styles: from relaxed, family-oriented downwind cruising to fully crewed, rail-down racing. According to the yard, the yacht is expected to compete at the upper end of Maxi Class 3, with a projected IRC rating of 1.480.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399046/image/large-e5d8157d48c3c132df83c7143a2f7c96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399046">Flexible loft-style interior designThe first hull of the series introduces a striking loft-style arrangement, where the galley, dining area and saloon flow into a single open space. The design prioritises light, volume and sociability, creating an onboard atmosphere more reminiscent of a contemporary apartment than a traditional yacht interior.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399049/image/large-0b668346ea7c430d52595626418f680e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399049">Rather than committing to a fixed layout, the concept has been intentionally designed to offer flexibility. Owners can opt for a semi-enclosed or fully enclosed galley configuration, while the main saloon can be tailored with either individual lounge armchairs or a more relaxed extended sofa arrangement. This modular approach allows each yacht to reflect its owner’s sailing and lifestyle preferences.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399050/image/large-0585f9e8a143267419686e85d47f0d77.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399050">Interior designer Mark Tucker from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/329" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Design Unlimited (Company)">Design Unlimited</a> noted that the concept “invites the next owner to take it somewhere completely their own.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399043/image/large-4653d58efe52f51e550d0b90946700f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399043"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399044/image/large-18b83df8c0f5b2224850118d7fb488d0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399044">Drawing on experience from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Raven34.0m (111'7&quot;)Baltic Yachts2023">Raven</a>, the record-breaking foil-assisted 111-footer delivered in 2023, construction of the first hull is progressing using a carbon fibre female mould. The method allows tighter tolerances, reduced fairing, and improved overall performance. The use of prepreg carbon further enhances weight reduction and structural efficiency. The first hull will feature a 6.5-metre beam and a displacement of 29 tons.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399042/image/large-2c88150ed3813ffab581ec62879f0207.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399042"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399041/image/large-0e4d08534bd2b91e9b226151299b8084.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399041">Owners of the Café Racer 80 series will be able to select from a palette of bold hull colours, including red, yellow, deep grey, and turquoise. Lamination is scheduled to commence in August, following the Finnish summer break, with delivery expected in summer 2027. Male plug construction is currently underway as part of preparation for the female carbon tooling.

Baltic Yachts unveils Café Racer 80 interiors

Baltic Yachts has revealed the interior of the first hull of its new 23.98-metre Baltic 80 Café Racer.

Interiors of first 24m Baltic Café Racer 80 yacht unveiled

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8032" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Design (Company)">Dutch Design</a> has announced that the hull and superstructure of the 42.5-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> has been joined in Turkey. Designed as the “world’s only wellness-first yacht”, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> has an anticipated delivery date of 2028.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388723/image/large-2b46cc4bcc03a6f0478716fa34b6be81.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388723">First unveiled in January 2025, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> is the result of a unique collaboration between experienced yacht owner Scott Blum and Dutch yacht designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4789" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bernd Weel Design (Company)">Bernd Weel</a>. Construction on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> began in September 2025, with the first steel components welded.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62400" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Design unveils 43m limited edition “wellness-first” superyacht Sea Rover (2025-01-15 21:15:00 +0100)">Dutch Design unveils 43m limited edition “wellness-first” superyacht Sea Rover</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398079/image/large-004cdf06b939376300eadc7ba00bc524.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398079">In close partnership with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> will now see her interior production, engineering development, and full-scale mock-up evaluations continue to progress.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398084/image/large-cb45fd072918324679c9857fcddc44f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398084"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> blends features typically found on much larger vessels, with a focus centered on wellness. Key features onboard include a bridge-deck spa, gym and a sports court in prominent locations, rather than being tucked away below deck. As a result, this layout provides guests with panoramic sea views during workouts, yoga sessions and spa treatments.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398081/image/large-daa81c77297d6fec389d4507742315fa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398081"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> features interior design in collaboration with California designer Paula Bruss and reflects the focus of comfort and wellness. Her organic material palette embodies warmth and neutrality, drawing inspiration from both Dutch minimalism and the relaxed sophistication of coastal California living.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398086/image/large-5aa893c0bdcdf669f01da1430dba8aff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398086">She boasts architectural hardware by Joseph Giles, with Dornbracht plumbing fixtures, Moore &amp; Giles marine-grade leather and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loro Piana Interiors (Company)">Loro Piana</a> marine fabrics chosen for her exterior, thanks to their softness and durability.&nbsp;Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65658" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="New renderings of 43m limited edition “wellness-first” yacht Sea Rover unveiled (2026-03-18 15:00:00 +0100)">New renderings of 43m limited edition “wellness-first” yacht Sea Rover unveiled</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398087/image/large-fd416d9f63babac92054fddcd0faaf4f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398087">The main saloon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> has been configured to foster interaction between the chef, crew and guests, with her galley and dining room positioned side by side on the main deck, alongside expansive windows to enhance the view. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388752/image/large-153dc87a6f60d46d6353e2f1425efcf9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388752">Located forward on the main deck, her owner’s suite offers expansive views through large glass panels and includes a Japanese onsen-style tub, steam room and one of the largest closet spaces in her size range.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388751/image/large-f5a50a629433f54667eaa6ac8a1e73c3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388751">Four additional guest staterooms offer generous space and provide direct access to the aft beach club, through a distinctive engine room passage. Storage has also been carefully planned, with ample room for luggage and equipment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388759/image/large-bc27dd0c6b4b98aef926b8ffb5351aa4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388759"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> can also sleep a crew of nine across a four cabin configuration, including a dedicated captain’s cabin. Notably, all crew spaces are finished to the same premium standards as guest areas, reflecting Blum’s philosophy on maintaining a motivated team.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> is equipped with high-end fitness equipment and wellness features, including dual hot and cold plunge pools, a Jacuzzi, sauna, infrared therapy wall and a dedicated massage space. Her sport court is adaptable for pickleball, basketball, paddle tennis and volleyball and also serves as a storage area for tenders, toys and even a car.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388737/image/large-707a27c34df3b0da46d03e1354e83a0d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388737">Throughout the build process, technical project manager Julian van Santen has overseen day-to-day technical execution, maintaining build quality and ensuring Dutch superyacht standards are upheld.As well as this, Monaco-based marine surveying company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ACP SURVEYORS (Company)">ACP Surveyors</a> have reviewed Sea Rover’s steelwork and overall construction process, providing independent verification and certification of key construction milestones throughout the build.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388745/image/large-bfd429b9ab912b71861231b801b05057.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388745">“From the very beginning, the construction has demonstrated a consistent alignment with the expected quality levels of the industry,” explained Andrea Carlevaris, CEO and Senior Surveyor of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ACP SURVEYORS (Company)">ACP Surveyors</a>.“In particular, the steelwork has been executed to a very high standard at the stages inspected, and the vessel has shown steady and well-controlled progress throughout the build process.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398090/image/large-7e2f9dce04cf1533d6894f4fe8f15d2c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398090">Earlier this year the team welded a Dutch commemorative coin and a newspaper directly onto the vessel's hull. The silver 1949 coin, created to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Marshall Plan, symbolises both Dutch and American identity and features a portrait of Dutch Queen Beatrix on one side and George C. Marshall on the reverse.“Seeing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Rover42.4m (139'1&quot;)Dutch Design2028">Sea Rover</a> reach this stage of construction is particularly meaningful because it marks the realisation of an idea years in the making,” explained Scott Blum, founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8032" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Design (Company)">Dutch Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388724/image/large-e35bd335136db06956095f44031ed444.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388724">“Having spent much of my life aboard yachts around the world, I knew there was an opportunity to rethink how life at sea could support wellbeing and longevity. What began as a personal vision is now taking shape thanks to the dedication and expertise of an extraordinary team, and I couldn't be more excited about what lies ahead.”

Sea Rover: 43m Dutch Design “wellness-first” yacht in-build

Dutch Design has announced that the hull and superstructure of the 42.5-metre motor yacht Sea Rover has been joined.

43m Dutch Design’s “wellness-first” yacht Sea Rover in-build 

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solea23.9m (78'5&quot;)Zeelander Yachts2026">third hull&nbsp;</a>of the 23.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 yacht series has been delivered ahead of her debut at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/338" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2026">Monaco Yacht Show 2026</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397924/image/large-3e096ec4544d8fea5ac7729a1dd1c1f6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397924">Delivered from the family-owned Groot-Ammers shipyard, she is described as ‘the most powerful’ <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 to-date, reaching 40 knots during sea trials with 4,000 horsepower quad <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> IPS-1350 engines.Custom-built in the Netherlands, the yacht reflects an owner who had already spent extended time aboard a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 7 in complete privacy and without crew. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> Founder and Chairman Sietse Koopmans explained that this experience refined the owner’s understanding of life at sea and translating it into a highly personalised brief for the new build.“For owners who spend their working lives surrounded by people, a yacht without crew is not a compromise. That is the point,” added Sietse. “No schedules to coordinate, no staff to manage, no professional distance to maintain. Just the water, and the freedom to be entirely off duty. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 makes that possible without asking anything in return: low-maintenance materials, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo</a> IPS propulsion and systems built for simplicity mean the yacht runs quietly in every sense of the word.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397927/image/large-10cf2de4f800936635d8345c7a8e0f94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397927">For the third hull in the series, the owner’s brief was to take what he valued most about the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 7 and enhance it with greater space and openness. Her interiors are defined by swamp oak, a timber recovered from riverbeds after decades submerged, where it slowly absorbs minerals and tannins, turning almost entirely black. This richly aged material is used as the yacht’s primary surface throughout.It is paired with exclusive leathers and detailed accents finished in Porsche Agate, creating a restrained yet richly textured palette. The main saloon is centred around a generous dining table, designed to elevate the space as a setting for entertaining guests.Moreover, the galley has been reworked to feel fully integrated into the living space rather than set apart, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander’s</a> signature curved sliding window extends the interior seamlessly onto the aft deck.&nbsp;In place of a conventional bar with stools in the aft corner, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 introduces an oversized L-shaped seating area. Sheltered from the elements yet closely connected to the deck, it was the owner’s preferred spot on his previous yacht and now serves as the focal point of the entire aft layout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397922/image/large-8976358f72ad97c00af25402109b2294.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397922">The third hull of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 also caters to an active life onboard, with a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Jet Tenders (Company)">Williams</a> 435 Jet tender housed in the side tender bay alongside Seabobs and flyboards, all neatly stowed within the hull.Designed for owner operation without a permanent crew, electric scooter assistance, gyro stabilisation and joystick docking make handling straightforward. Meanwhile, additional berths allow crew to be accommodated when conditions or company require it.At seven knots, her range extends to around 2,700 nautical miles and 630 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 32 knots. Thanks to her refined engineering and propulsion setup, interior sound levels are kept to just 65 A-weighted decibels.Delivered from the family-owned Groot-Ammers shipyard, she is described as ‘the most powerful’ <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 to-date, reaching 40 knots during sea trials with 4,000 horsepower quad <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> IPS-1350 engines.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397925/image/large-2a770e4089eb5f68a2661312284d859e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397925">Custom-built in the Netherlands, the yacht reflects an owner who had already spent extended time aboard a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 7 in complete privacy and without crew. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> Founder and Chairman Sietse Koopmans explained that this experience refined the owner’s understanding of life at sea and translating it into a highly personalised brief for the new build.“For owners who spend their working lives surrounded by people, a yacht without crew is not a compromise. That is the point,” added Sietse. “No schedules to coordinate, no staff to manage, no professional distance to maintain. Just the water, and the freedom to be entirely off duty. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 makes that possible without asking anything in return: low-maintenance materials, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo</a> IPS propulsion and systems built for simplicity mean the yacht runs quietly in every sense of the word.”For the third hull in the series, the owner’s brief was to take what he valued most about the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 7 and enhance it with greater space and openness. Her interiors are defined by swamp oak, a timber recovered from riverbeds after decades submerged, where it slowly absorbs minerals and tannins, turning almost entirely black. This richly aged material is used as the yacht’s primary surface throughout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397923/image/large-0bad1f01437bfd35a1ef10441092edc8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397923">It is paired with exclusive leathers and detailed accents finished in Porsche Agate, creating a restrained yet richly textured palette. The main saloon is centred around a generous dining table, designed to elevate the space as a setting for entertaining guests.Moreover, the galley has been reworked to feel fully integrated into the living space rather than set apart, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander’s</a> signature curved sliding window extends the interior seamlessly onto the aft deck.&nbsp;In place of a conventional bar with stools in the aft corner, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 introduces an oversized L-shaped seating area. Sheltered from the elements yet closely connected to the deck, it was the owner’s preferred spot on his previous yacht and now serves as the focal point of the entire aft layout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397925/image/large-2a770e4089eb5f68a2661312284d859e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397925">The third hull of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 also caters to an active life onboard, with a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Jet Tenders (Company)">Williams</a> 435 Jet tender housed in the side tender bay alongside <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cayago AG / Seabob (Company)">Seabobs</a> and flyboards, all neatly stowed within the hull.Designed for owner operation without a permanent crew, electric scooter assistance, gyro stabilisation and joystick docking make handling straightforward. Meanwhile, additional berths allow crew to be accommodated when conditions or company require it.At seven knots, her range extends to around 2,700 nautical miles and 630 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 32 knots. Thanks to her refined engineering and propulsion setup, interior sound levels are kept to just 65 A-weighted decibels.

Third Zeelander 8 yacht delivered

he third hull of the 23.9-metre Zeelander 8 yacht series has been delivered ahead of her debut at the Monaco Yacht Show 2026.


Third 24m Zeelander 8 motor yacht delivered ahead of Monaco debut

An +80-metre in-build <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht passed through Amsterdam this afternoon, while preparing for the next stage in her construction. Believed to be the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship De Vries 101585.0m (278'10&quot;)Feadship2028">Feadship 1015</a> yacht, she was transported from Amsterdam past the SuperYacht Times office. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397570/image/large-ad9d9924bf86962a7671dfafe522af44.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397570">According to AIS data from the 22-metre tug Broedertrouw XIV which was transporting her, the yacht is expected to arrive at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> facility in Makkum, the Netherlands early tomorrow morning (19 June).<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397589/image/large-da0779229d75e3fb61d9cf0339c7e9e2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397589"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397564/image/large-480deb10862bfecffd09ea64e740ae6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397564"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397572/image/large-ef48e0b62d475aef54ea48a31de5db92.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397572">Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, it is believed that based on her build, construction began around 2024. The yacht will be transported to Makkum for outfitting before her estimated launch of 2028.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397582/image/large-b35029bf696a77331b1a0c3297ab4a32.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397582"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397571/image/large-132e5bff53544ba8beda5fdffd0bb7f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397571">The first images show a sleek and contemporary profile with expansive deck overhangs and a near-vertical bow. She adopts <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>’s distinctly architectural aesthetic that prioritises volume and visual simplicity.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397577/image/large-1d9454132afa63c152e9cb7e31a418b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397577"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397574/image/large-53179c0de31e2c4f019af612c9959a02.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397574">According to SuperYacht iQ, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> has several yachts currently in-build including the +140-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15474" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Maestro143.5m (470'10&quot;)Feadship2029">Project Maestro</a> and the 101.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 1014 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12236" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Destiny101.2m (332'0&quot;)Feadship2026">Destiny</a>, with delivery dates of 2029 and 2026 respectively.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397670/image/large-99028cef2eaf45c60b7d5aca65f6e6b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397670"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397573/image/large-778bfa2e6c0a1ed9d1e753dfd94962e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397573">

+80m Feadship yacht seen for the first time

An +80-metre in-build Feadship superyacht passed through Amsterdam this afternoon, to the Feadship facility in Makkum.

+80m in-build Feadship 1015 superyacht seen for the first time

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard</a> has announced the keel laying for Inkfish's new 100-metre research vessel, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV6000100.0m (328'1&quot;)Vard Group AS2028">RV6000</a> at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard</a> Shipyard in Brăila, Romania. Known during construction as NB 999, the vessel will be the first research platform purpose-built for Gabe Newell’s research organisation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397061/image/large-d35a472dcc679e61841c880a2655ea40.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397061">Developed from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard</a> 9 33 platform, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV6000100.0m (328'1&quot;)Vard Group AS2028">RV6000</a> represents a contract of more than €200 million. Upon delivery, she will join Inkfish's expanding fleet alongside the 55.75-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1643" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Auroux (Company)">Auroux</a> vessel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2832" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydra55.75m (182'11&quot;)Auroux1974">Hydra</a> and the 68.28-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tacoma Boat Building Co (Company)">Tacoma Boat Building</a> vessel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10637" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dagon68.28m (224'0&quot;)Tacoma Boat Building Co1985">Dagon</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365665/image/large-908318675f42f6a91544e68f54985a77.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365665">Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64326" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="From gaming to yachting: Gabe Newell on life at sea and building the future with Oceanco (2025-09-25 13:30:00 +0200)">From gaming to yachting: Gabe Newell on life at sea and building the future with Oceanco</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV6000100.0m (328'1&quot;)Vard Group AS2028">RV6000</a> is designed to support deep-ocean exploration and scientific operations. She will be equipped with a remotely operated vehicle capable of operating at depths of up to 6,000-metres. Like the rest of the Inkfish fleet, she will contribute to global marine research efforts and share collected data through open-access scientific repositories.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397058/image/large-4eb30edccf76f557eef22493215f51d9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397058">The project is the result of a collaborative design programme initiated in early 2024 between Inkfish and its UK-based technical advisers, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7198" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YTMC Limited (Company)">YTMC</a>. With a beam of 20.7-metres, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV6000100.0m (328'1&quot;)Vard Group AS2028">RV6000</a> will be able to accommodate up to 70 people, including scientists and crew. Onboard, she will feature state-of-the-art laboratories, office spaces and workshops, complemented by high-quality accommodation and leisure facilities designed for extended missions at sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397059/image/large-a5ea1a627ba59ada6647e8daad68fc5d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397059">The vessel will utilise a hybrid power and propulsion arrangement and is expected to reach a top speed of 15 knots. Her hull has been engineered to optimise seafloor mapping performance while delivering enhanced seakeeping capabilities. Anti-roll technology will help reduce vessel motion and accelerations, while dynamic positioning systems will allow her to maintain precise station-keeping during scientific operations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365663/image/large-c61127683cf23a8c4c8a30a5e12daadd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365663">Following hull construction, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV6000100.0m (328'1&quot;)Vard Group AS2028">RV6000</a> will proceed to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard Group AS (Company)">Vard</a> Søviknes for final outfitting, commissioning and delivery. Together with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RV11000162.0m (531'6&quot;)Vard Group AS2030">RV11000</a>, she forms part of Gabe Newell’s expanding research fleet.Read more about RV11000: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66207" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vard signs €700M contract with Gabe Newell’s Inkfish for 162m research vessel (2026-05-29 14:00:00 +0200)">Vard signs €700M contract with Gabe Newell’s Inkfish for 162m research vessel</a>Newell is the co-founder, president and majority owner of the video game company Valve Corporation. He is also the owner of Inkfish and a shareholder in Dutch yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/372661/image/large-efbaa1c91bfa6988f938d8e2732895dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/372661">Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/63947" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gabe Newell buys Oceanco (2025-08-01 10:15:00 +0200)">Gabe Newell buys Oceanco</a>In September 2025, Newell revealed in an <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64326" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="From gaming to yachting: Gabe Newell on life at sea and building the future with Oceanco (2025-09-25 13:30:00 +0200)">exclusive interview with SuperYacht Times</a> that he owns the 78.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rocinante78.4m (257'3&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2008">Rocinante</a>, the 72.15-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Game Changer72.15m (236'9&quot;)Damen Yachting2017">Game Changer</a>, the 92.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4018" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Draak92.8m (304'6&quot;)Oceanco2014">Draak</a>, and the 111-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leviathan111.0m (364'2&quot;)Oceanco2025">Leviathan</a>.As previously noted, his research platforms include <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10637" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dagon68.28m (224'0&quot;)Tacoma Boat Building Co1985">Dagon</a>, operating as a full-ocean-depth surface support vessel, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2832" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydra55.75m (182'11&quot;)Auroux1974">Hydra</a>, designed for coastal research and scientific studies.

Vard research vessel RV6000 keel laid

Vard has marked a major construction milestone for Inkfish's new 100-metre research vessel, RV6000.

Construction begins on Gabe Newell's 100m Inkfish research vessel RV6000

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tankoa Yachts S.p.A. (Company)">Tankoa Yachts</a> have announced that the new 61-metre full-custom superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Dream61.0m (200'2&quot;)Tankoa Yachts S.p.A.2029">Project Dream</a> is currently in-build, following her coin ceremony on 4 June in Civitavecchia. She has an expected delivery date of February 2029. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396335/image/large-20994b343d36614474f692d586e21e01.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396335">The sale of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Dream61.0m (200'2&quot;)Tankoa Yachts S.p.A.2029">Project Dream</a> to an American client was first announced in September 2025, with Jim Evans and Juan Andrade of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a> introducing the buyer. The yacht is described by the shipyard as prioritising space efficiency, with meticulous attention to detail.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Dream61.0m (200'2&quot;)Tankoa Yachts S.p.A.2029">Project Dream</a> features exterior design and layout by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horacio Bozzo Design (Company)">Horacio Bozzo Design</a>, who also designed the concept, alongside interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Architecture &amp; Design</a> and basic engineering and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1403" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axis Group Yacht Design (Company)">Axis Group Yacht Design</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396332/image/large-41685bdb5247420ded4295c027b7ff08.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396332">Composed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, the yacht has been designed in line with the owner’s vision, as well as staying true to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tankoa Yachts S.p.A. (Company)">Tankoa’</a>s boutique philosophy. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tankoa Yachts S.p.A. (Company)">Tankoa</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Dream61.0m (200'2&quot;)Tankoa Yachts S.p.A.2029">Project Dream</a> bridges the gap between a 60 and 70 metre platform, offering volume and luxury often associated with larger vessels.Conceived around a strong connection with the sea and an outdoor-oriented lifestyle, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Dream61.0m (200'2&quot;)Tankoa Yachts S.p.A.2029">Project Dream</a> features an exceptionally large beach area which opens on three sides through fold-down platforms. These directly connect to a wellness area providing a gym, a sauna and a massage/beauty centre.Spanning over 1,200 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Dream61.0m (200'2&quot;)Tankoa Yachts S.p.A.2029">Project Dream</a> boasts a private owner’s apartment on the upper deck, complete with a forward private terrace with a swimming pool, while additional guest accommodation can be found on her main deck<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396333/image/large-d50634b1d185cea5297db27942d72387.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396333">Her spacious sun deck has been designed with entertainment and relaxation in mind, with a second pool taking centre stage. A third pool can be found aft on the bridge deck, while additional features include a cinema lounge positioned aft on the bridge deck.“We worked closely with the clients for several months, initially focusing on one of our existing projects before moving on to a full custom design,” said Claudio Corvino, Sales and Business Development Manager at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tankoa Yachts S.p.A. (Company)">Tankoa Yachts</a>.Construction will now further progress, with an expected delivery date of February 2029.

Project Dream: Construction begins on 61m Tankoa yacht

Tankoa Yachts have announced that the new 61m full-custom yacht Project Dream is currently in-build.

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61m full-custom Tankoa yacht Project Dream in-build

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA Yachts</a> has announced that the keel of the third 43.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17023" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Unica 45M/0343.7m (143'4&quot;)ISA Yachts2029">ISA Unica 45M</a> yacht has been laid from the shipyard in Ancona, Italy, marking the start of her construction. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396273/image/large-966918cdfe1cdf289affc294bd4fded0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396273">The sale of the third displacement yacht was announced in April 2026 to a client from the United States, with delivery scheduled for 2029. Developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1197" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Team for Design - Enrico Gobbi (Company)">Enrico Gobbi of TEAM for Design</a> in collaboration with the shipyard’s technical department, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17023" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Unica 45M/0343.7m (143'4&quot;)ISA Yachts2029">ISA Unica 45M</a> yacht features a steel hull and aluminium superstructure.&nbsp;Distinguished by fluid, perfectly balanced lines that create a sleek silhouette, the ISA Unica 45M yacht combines generous interior volume with extended outdoor spaces and large glazed sections.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65857" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Third ISA UNICA 45M Steel superyacht sold with 2029 delivery date (2026-04-14 20:30:00 +0200)">Third ISA UNICA 45M Steel superyacht sold with 2029 delivery date</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396272/image/large-8336c72513a1f53dfad504c1679588b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396272">Spanning 430 GT, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17023" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Unica 45M/0343.7m (143'4&quot;)ISA Yachts2029">ISA Unica 45M</a> yacht can accommodate up to 12 guests across a six stateroom configuration, with her owner’s suite positioned aft on the upper deck. The suite includes a private lounge, desk area, walk-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom.Further guest accommodation includes a VIP suite on the main deck with large side windows, a walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite with a separate shower, while the remaining guest accommodation can be found on the lower deck, comprising two further VIP suites and two twin suites.&nbsp;Moving outside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17023" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Unica 45M/0343.7m (143'4&quot;)ISA Yachts2029">ISA Unica 45M</a> yacht boasts a stern layout spanning three levels. Descending towards the water, the space includes sunpads, a pool and an infinity cockpit, all of which are enclosed by a glass balustrade.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396271/image/large-796abe1179971e5145e9e562c63fbc12.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396271">Her main deck includes a gym, while dining spaces will be arranged both indoors on the main deck and outside on the upper deck, each accommodating up to 12 guests for formal dinners.Other key features include her upper deck which features a forward lounge and sunpad area, while her 16-metre fly deck incorporates additional lounging and dining spaces, a bar and a circular Jacuzzi.In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17023" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Unica 45M/0343.7m (143'4&quot;)ISA Yachts2029">ISA Unica 45M</a> yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, giving her a top speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots.

Keel of third ISA Unica 45m yacht laid

ISA Yachts has announced that the keel of the third 43.7-metre ISA Unica 45M yacht has been laid from the shipyard in Ancona, Italy.

Third ISA Unica 45M motor yacht keel laid

Dutch design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> has revealed new renderings of in-build 69-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> ahead of her launch this summer, offering a closer look at her design philosophy, custom interiors, and renewable energy systems.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396254/image/large-94d02d1ae28bc065a048800a6e2d96e3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396254">Developed in collaboration with <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>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> has spent six years in development. Rather than purely focusing on reducing energy consumption, the yacht is reported to be the first of her class to be designed around energy generation. This radical approach allows the yacht to run for up to two weeks on purely renewable sources, without relying on fossil fuels.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396253/image/large-7447c42b77f8a8f7bc690af39433370f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396253"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> has been designed to honour the owners' appreciation for traditional sailing yachts while introducing a host of bespoke design solutions. Outside, custom elements can be found throughout, from the spoon bow and matte-finished deck hardware to the sculpted stern cap and hand-painted transom finished in a wood-effect treatment. Her notable metallic blue hull is further distinguished by a feather-inspired boot stripe, a reference to the black-browed albatross that served as a major inspiration for her design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396256/image/large-a8857968400b95119871dc187c9832f9.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396256">Looking inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> embraces a holistic interior concept centred on natural materials, craftsmanship and owner-focused living. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>’s interior rejects highly polished finishes in favour of tactile textures and organic materials to embody nature. Smoked European oak, reclaimed bark-based materials, leathered stone and hand-selected veneers are featured prominently throughout. Natural knots, cracks and grain variations have been deliberately preserved rather than concealed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396255/image/large-213cb67058fc8448969608065d402377.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396255">A unifying design language runs throughout the entire yacht. The designers have employed curved architectural forms, shaping joinery, furniture, structural glazing, and lighting. They further remark that all elements either begin or end in a full radius, creating a sense of continuity between the spaces.The owners' choices can be seen throughout <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a>’s design. Her main saloon features a flexible dining table designed to double as a puzzle and craft table, reflecting the owners' hobbies during extended periods onboard. Elsewhere, modular cockpit furniture can be swiftly reconfigured into either lounge or dining arrangements. Meanwhile, electrically operated cockpit windows enable guests to enclose exterior spaces at the touch of a button.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396257/image/large-90f1c0052c3eb53d6f1ebf5adf3d6cce.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396257">Accommodation onboard includes four staterooms. Each stateroom is personalised around places of significance to the owners, all taking inspiration from destinations from Italy to French Polynesia. The owner’s suite is arranged around the mizzen mast, which has been wrapped in a bespoke artwork by American sculptor Sienna Martz. Moreover, this area benefits from a dedicated study to support long periods of working remotely while cruising.Further customisation extends behind the scenes, where the traditional full-beam engine room has been eliminated to make room for a concealed service corridor, enabling the crew to move discreetly throughout the yacht while maintaining guest privacy.According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, the yacht combines hydro-generation through regenerative turbine propellers with more than 100-square-metres of photovoltaic thermal panels integrated into her biminis. These panels generate electrical and thermal energy to power onboard systems, heating and cooling.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396258/image/large-478db106ff098d1896050a1003af3d87.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396258">The yacht's sailing performance has also been refined thanks to a collaboration with Emirates Team New Zealand. Through advanced computational fluid dynamics testing, they developed a distinctive topside curvature that reportedly improves sailing speed by 2.5 percent while simultaneously increasing the vessel's electric power generation by approximately eight percent.Currently under construction at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> is scheduled for launch in summer 2026.

First look: Vripack unveils interior concept of 69m ‘fossil-free’ sailing yacht Project Zero 

Interior concept of 69m sailing yacht Zero, an all-electric project by Vripack and Dykstra Naval Architects currently under construction at Vitters.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen Yachts</a> has announced that the hull of the tenth 37.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> 122 Martinique yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16841" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Martinique #1037.37m (122'7&quot;)Moonen Yachts2027">YN208</a>, has been turned at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Talsma Shipyards (Company)">Talsma Shipyards</a> in the north of The Netherlands. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395547/image/large-c8185c394a3f634d39f22e1f231ae032.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395547">Construction on the tenth hull began in January 2026, with delivery scheduled for June 2027. Built on speculation and currently for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>, the steel hull of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16841" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Martinique #1037.37m (122'7&quot;)Moonen Yachts2027">YN208</a> will now move to the next stage of construction, with ample time remaining before delivery, allowing a buyer to still tailor the yacht to meet their needs.&nbsp;“The hull turning is always a proud and highly visible moment in the life of a yacht,” explained Nicky van Zon, Managing Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen Yachts</a>. “For prospective owners, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16841" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Martinique #1037.37m (122'7&quot;)Moonen Yachts2027">YN208</a> offers the ideal balance between reduced delivery time and meaningful customisation possibilities, all within one of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen’</a>s most successful series.”Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tenth 37m Moonen 122 Martinique yacht begins construction (2026-01-29 15:45:00 +0100)">Tenth 37m Moonen 122 Martinique yacht begins construction</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395546/image/large-0fe29670cf84f4bf78b62aefb32fe687.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395546">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> 122 Martinique yacht series has become a signature design for the Dutch studio and features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/241" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="René van der Velden Yacht Design (Company)">René van der Velden Yacht Design</a>, with interior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>.&nbsp;Spanning 349 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16841" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Martinique #1037.37m (122'7&quot;)Moonen Yachts2027">YN208</a> showcases a calm and light-filled interior, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> selecting American pine woods, Emperador marbles and the finest of Italian leather throughout. Large picture windows also illuminate her interior with plenty of natural light, bridging the gap between her indoor and outdoor spaces.&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> 122 Martinique yacht can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests across five staterooms, including her owner’s suite on the main deck measuring 37 square-metres., with the addition of forward-facing windows and panoramic 180-degree views. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395545/image/large-35caafefad6d69f0fc49c64476377c7e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395545">The remaining guest staterooms consist of two VIP suites, and two additional staterooms located on the lower deck, all ensuite. A generous main deck galley and pantry are designed to support an enhanced onboard dining experience.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16841" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Martinique #1037.37m (122'7&quot;)Moonen Yachts2027">YN208</a> yacht features an extended 20 square-metre swim platform with hydraulic Z-lift swim stairs, alongside a sun deck arranged for relaxed socialising, including sheltered dining, a bar and the option to install a custom whirlpool. Forward, a Portuguese bridge sofa provides a protected vantage point with uninterrupted views over the bow.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/384479/image/large-3b9bf918a4b61ed1f020f211d0edbe26.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/384479">In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> 122 Martinique yacht combines transatlantic range with onboard comfort. She is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, providing her with a top speed of 17 knots and a comfortable cruising speed of 14.5 knots.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16841" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Martinique #1037.37m (122'7&quot;)Moonen Yachts2027">YN208</a> is currently for sale with Richard Gray and Matthew Stone of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/384429/image/large-8e4f0139fea31fec318dedd685fd8329.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/384429">(All images courtesy of Moonen Yachts.)

Moonen 122 Martinique: 37m tenth hull turned

Moonen Yachts has announced that the hull of the tenth 37.4-metre Moonen 122 Martinique yacht YN208, has been turned at the Talsma Shipyards.

Tenth 37m Moonen 122 Martinique yacht hull turned

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Brabus Marine (Company)">Brabus</a> has announced a strategic partnership with Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AB Yachts (Company)">AB Yachts</a> to develop the first range of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Brabus Marine (Company)">Brabus Yachts</a>. The first model from the partnership is scheduled to make its world debut at the upcoming 2026 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show (Company)">Monaco Yacht Show</a>, with a second premiere already planned for the 2027 edition.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399407/image/large-769cb7a03cf589f2f9457025b6024c6d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399407">The collaboration will combine <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Brabus Marine (Company)">Brabus</a>' design philosophy with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AB Yachts (Company)">AB Yachts</a>' expertise in yacht construction. Furthermore, the partnership expands <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Brabus Marine (Company)">Brabus Marine</a>'s portfolio, adding a luxury yacht range alongside the brand's existing collaborations with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axopar (Company)">Axopar</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a>. Meanwhile, for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AB Yachts (Company)">AB Yachts</a>, the agreement brings together the Italian builder's expertise in performance-focused yacht engineering with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Brabus Marine (Company)">Brabus</a>' signature "One-Second-Wow" design approach."We continue the journey of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Brabus Marine (Company)">Brabus Marine</a> alongside our partners <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axopar (Company)">Axopar</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a>, this collaboration opens up a completely new dimension for us –– bringing together our design, our love for bold design, individuality and detail with the incredible expertise of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AB Yachts (Company)">AB Yachts</a>," said CEO and owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Brabus Marine (Company)">Brabus</a>, Constantin Buschmann.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AB Yachts (Company)">AB Yachts</a>, which joined <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> following its creation in 2025, specialises in motor yachts ranging from the entry level AB 80 to the AB 130. The shipyard is recognised for its aerospace-derived construction techniques, waterjet propulsion systems and advanced trim control technology, enabling top speeds of up to 60 knots.Deputy Chairman of <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>, Giorgio Mattei, concluded: "From our very first meeting, we recognized in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Brabus Marine (Company)">Brabus</a> the same relentless passion for innovation, performance and bold design that defines <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AB Yachts (Company)">AB Yachts</a>. Together, we are creating something truly distinctive: an innovative co-designed product that we believe will leave a lasting mark on the yachting industry."

Brabus and AB Yachts announce strategic partnership to create Brabus Yachts

Brabus and AB Yachts announced strategic partnership to create first range of Brabus Yachts.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena Yachts (Company)">Sirena Yachts</a> has announced the sale of its 42-metre flagship, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena 42M/0142.0m (137'10&quot;)Sirena Yachts2026">Sirena Superyachts 42M</a>. The sale was concluded by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5271" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena Marine (Company)">Sirena Marine’s</a> in-house commercial team and represents the largest project sold by the shipyard to date.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391023/image/large-91135b28ee1562bd806e8939b0b3e102.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391023">"The sale of the Sirena Superyachts 42m before her world premiere is more than a commercial success; it is confirmation that our approach to building modern, highly capable superyachts resonates with experienced owners,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5271" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena Marine (Company)">Sirena Marine</a> Chief Commercial Officer Ali Onger. “Completing this sale directly is also a significant achievement for our commercial team and reflects the strength of the relationships we build with our clients."In April this year, the shipyard announced that the yacht had entered the final outfitting phase. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena 42M/0142.0m (137'10&quot;)Sirena Yachts2026">Sirena Superyachts 42M</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4304" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Vallebona (Company)">Luca Vallebona</a>, interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a>, naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van Oossanen Naval Architects (Company)">Van Oossanen Naval Architects</a>, and engineering by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Eureka Yachts (Company)">Eureka Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391026/image/large-0ff14d2a3f4f7382a85dc32d439a8715.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391026">With a volume of 433 GT, the yacht can accommodate up to 10 guests across five well-appointed staterooms, including a full-beam master suite with a private foredeck terrace and Jacuzzi. Outside, she features tiered aft decks leading down to a beach club with a glass-enclosed pool.According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" target="_blank">SuperYacht iQ</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena 42M/0142.0m (137'10&quot;)Sirena Yachts2026">Sirena Superyachts 42M</a> is currently under construction alongside the first 36-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14247" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena 118/0136.0m (118'1&quot;)Sirena Yachts2026">Sirena 118 yacht</a>.

Sirena Superyachts 42M sold ahead of Monaco debut

Sirena Yachts has announced the sale of its 42-metre flagship, the Sirena Superyachts 42M.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum Marine Stabilizers</a> has announced the opening of its new Monaco office, located on Rue Suffren Reymond, near Port Hercules. According to the company, the office serves as a strategic move to complete a global support network centred around its clients.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399389/image/large-c0e7b99523e63dae7d204a630e9bbe33.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399389">The expansion strengthens <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum's</a> European presence, joining its headquarters in Fort Lauderdale and existing offices at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92 Barcelona</a> and in the Netherlands. The company said the new Monaco base reflects the principality's position as the centre of Mediterranean yachting, where more than 300 businesses operate across yacht management, brokerage, design, naval architecture and shipbuilding.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399390/image/large-05d3b20c4ac0ba4fba708db7970a1cc5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399390">"Monaco is where the superyacht world comes together, and for us, proximity is not a convenience but a commitment," said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum Marine Stabilizers</a> President John Allen. "Having a presence here means we can sit down with our clients, show them what our technology actually does, and start a relationship that goes well beyond installation."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399391/image/large-7a075647c79986529f5c2bb365726c9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399391">The Monaco office will enable <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum</a> to engage more closely with clients and industry stakeholders through in-person consultations, technical demonstrations and training sessions for crew and yacht management companies.The office was officially inaugurated on 2 July 2026 with a reception attended by members of Monaco's yachting community. The company concluded that the expansion reinforces <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum Marine Stabilizers</a>' commitment to providing long-term support to the global superyacht industry.

Quantum Marine Stabilizers opens Monaco office

Quantum Marine Stabilizers has announced the opening of its new Monaco office.

Quantum Marine Stabilizers opens new Monaco office

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399388/image/large-72130772b0357591a8b6b81502cc95a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399388">The 49.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5750" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kinship49.9m (163'9&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2019">Kinship</a> was spotted cruising through the Kiel Canal in Germany earlier last month. According to AIS data, she is currently in Malmö, Sweden.Delivered in 2019 as Race, she features exterior and interior 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</a>. Meanwhile, her Italian builder was responsible for her naval architecture.With a volume of just under 500 GT, she can accommodate up to 10 guests across five well-appointed staterooms. Onboard comfort is supported by a crew of nine, including the captain. Moreover, the Riva 50 MT yacht is fitted with a generous beach club, equipped with two hatches that double as balconies over the water. The beach club also functions as a garage for a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Jet Tenders (Company)">Williams</a> Dieseljet 625 tender.Guests can also enjoy her spacious 120-square-metre sundeck. The area features sunbathing and lounge spaces complete with four sun loungers, sofas, a pop-up TV with a swivel mechanism, a dining table, and a barbecue.In terms of propulsion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5750" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kinship49.9m (163'9&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2019">Kinship</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 14 knots and a top speed of 15.5 knots. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51070" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Inside Riva's 50m Made-In-Italy superyacht Race (2020-03-16 11:30:00 +0100)">Step onboard Kinship here.</a>

Riva yacht Kinship in Kiel Canal

The 49.9-metre Riva superyacht Kinship was spotted cruising Kiel Canal in Germany earlier last month. 

50m Riva superyacht Kinship in Kiel Canal

The 42.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Titian Pearl42.9m (140'9&quot;)CRN2001">Titian Pearl</a>&nbsp;has been listed for sale with Ed Dickinson 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>, under a joint central agency with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6982" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Karma Yachting (Company)">Karma Yachting</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399336/image/large-5d3b569691112840ace617ecbb6b6279.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399336">Delivered in 2001 by the Italian shipyard, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Titian Pearl42.9m (140'9&quot;)CRN2001">yacht Titian Pearl for sale</a> was designed inside and outside by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/65" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuvolari Lenard (Company)">Nuvolari Lenard</a>, while her naval architecture was developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Bennett & Associates Ltd (Company)">John Bennett</a>.&nbsp;Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Titian Pearl42.9m (140'9&quot;)CRN2001">Titian Pearl</a> has a beam of 8.4-metres and a draft of 2.5-metre. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> most recently underwent a refit in France in 2026, following an extensive refit programme carried out between 2022 and 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399338/image/large-f75491a7499a66430dabb17bd0d4a8a3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399338" 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;">On the 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> boasts generous lounge areas and alfresco dining spaces across her three decks. Her redesigned sundeck is fitted with a bar and bimini shade, while at water level, her former aft garage has been converted into a beach club, complete with a fold-down swim platform and an inflatable watersports dock.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399337/image/large-b1009c945348f03e1c25c59eae71a5b5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399337" 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;">Stepping inside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Titian Pearl42.9m (140'9&quot;)CRN2001">yacht Titian Pearl&nbsp;for sale</a> showcases a modern <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/65" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuvolari Lenard (Company)">Nuvolari Lenard</a> interior, where soft neutral furnishings are paired with warm wood finishes and expansive glazing, creating a bright and clean ambience. Her main saloon, featuring curved lounge seating, adjoins a formal dining area, where guests can enjoy meals with panoramic ocean views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399339/image/large-b89c45f631c4dc117693befa394c72dc.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399339" 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;">Equipped for long voyages, her refit had introduced new furnishings, lighting, bespoke cabinetry and upgraded AV/IT systems throughout her main saloon, upper saloon and owner's suite.At an interior volume of 432 GT, accommodation onboard <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/built-by=crn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">the CRN yacht for sale</a> is arranged for up to 10 guests across five staterooms, including a full-beam owner's suite on the main deck with a private office. &nbsp;Dedicated quarters are available for a crew of nine, including her captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399335/image/large-770e4dee75f7878d3df7de9d78baa99a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399335">In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Titian Pearl42.9m (140'9&quot;)CRN2001">yacht Titian Pearl&nbsp;for sale</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 15 knots. Cruising at 10 knots, she offers a range of up to 3,200 nautical miles, making her ideal for long-range cruising. All images provided courtesy 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>.

43m CRN superyacht Titian Pearl for sale

The 43-metre CRN motor yacht Titian Pearl has been listed for sale with Northrop & Johnson under a joint central agency with Karma Yachting. 

The 69-metre zero-emissions <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> has been seen for the first time as she was rolled out of the shed at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> in Zwartsluis, the Netherlands. The vessel is currently awaiting transfer by barge from Zwartsluis to Harlingen, where she will be launched into the water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399355/image/large-d3bbafc33648d12d7670640310f947b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399355">Developed as a proof-of-concept project, the yacht has been designed as the world’s first sailing yacht to operate completely without fossil fuels, marking a substantial step towards emission-free yachting.Construction on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> began in 2022 following an extensive research and development phase exceeding 60,000 hours. Her Panamax-height masts, built by Carbo-Link AG at their German facility, will be stepped on the vessel in the coming days. Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/63798" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="69m fossil-free Vitters yacht Project Zero nears completion (2025-07-11 15:00:00 +0200)">69m fossil-free Vitters yacht Project Zero nears completion</a> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399354/image/large-88dda86bebdfe60cf0c5712eefe6c6e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399354">Conceived with the intention of forward-thinking sustainability and innovation in yacht building, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> is the result of the collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vripack</a>, <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 the non-profit open-source platform Foundationº (Foundation Zero).Built as a performance ketch with an aluminium hull, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> features exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, while her naval architecture was developed 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>.Her classical sailing exterior profile is elevated by her sustainable design, integrating new technologies with an “energy-first perspective” that prioritises innovation rather than optimisation.&nbsp;A defining feature of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> is the absence of combustion engines. Instead of a traditional engine room, the yacht has a main technical room that houses an integrated energy system designed to store, harvest, and convert energy onboard. Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64930" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Behind Project Zero: A new chapter in sustainable superyacht innovation (2025-12-11 11:45:00 +0100)">Behind Project Zero: A new chapter in sustainable superyacht innovation</a> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399353/image/large-b6967953716f71616fa1c5407b41917f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399353">The sailing yacht is powered by renewable energy from wind, solar, and thermal sources. Energy is harnessed while under sail through hydro-generating thrusters, a 100-square-metre solar array captures both heat and light at 60 percent efficiency, while a wind turbine draws power from offshore airflow. The harnessed electricity is then stored in an industrial-grade battery system that can hold 5,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity to power all onboard systems.At an interior volume of 499 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> can accommodate up to 12 guests, alongside 11 crew members. Her interiors reflect the eco-conscious design approach, featuring materials such as pineskin leather, leathered marble and bespoke artworks that were curated to emphasise natural textures.In addition to private use and limited charter availability, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> is also set as a platform for scientific research, supporting studies in renewable marine technology and ocean sustainability.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365567/image/large-f8e82cf19c8160071e95f17897079b67.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365567">

69m fossil-free Vitters sailing superyacht Project Zero launched

Vitters launches 69m Project Zero, the world's first fossil-free sailing superyacht with zero combustion engines and renewable energy systems.

69m fossil-free Vitters yacht Project Zero rolled out of shed ahead of launch

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk Shipyard</a> has announced the appointment of Evan Kortmann as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Enrico Theuns, who has led the company since 2023.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/399351/image/large-0b3b67f3579803bdd2cecd343234633d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/399351">Theuns was originally appointed as CEO through a planned three-year transition following the retirement of founder Wim van der Valk in April 2024. During his tenure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk Shipyard</a> expanded into the 30 metre segment and further strengthened their position in the superyacht market.&nbsp;Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/60237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard announces retirement of founder and management buyout (2024-04-22 09:30:00 +0200)">Van der Valk Shipyard announces retirement of founder and management buyout</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314045/image/large-e3b7cc6745248f659ccfc2d9b2962713.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314045">“Leading <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk Shipyard</a> over the past three years has been a rewarding experience,” commented Enrico Theuns. “I am proud of what we have accomplished together and grateful to our employees, clients, co-makers and partners for their commitment and support throughout this period.”Evan Kortmann joins the management team alongside Technical Director Bram Kooltjes and Commercial Director Yoeri Bijker. Theuns will remain involved during the coming months to &nbsp;ensure a smooth transition and support the handover of his responsibilities.Kortmann joins <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk Shipyard</a> from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a> where he acted as Chief Executive Officer following the semi-retirement of Daan Balk in 2023. Evan joined Balk the year prior as Chief Commercial Officer before transitioning to CEO.&nbsp;Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/58021" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard appoints Evan Kortmann as CEO as Daan Balk steps down (2023-07-04 16:45:00 +0200)">Balk Shipyard appoints Evan Kortmann as CEO as Daan Balk steps down</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351424/image/large-efe5e4f30ffe75940f3be9e197745b18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351424">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2948" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van der Valk Shipyard (Company)">Van der Valk Shipyard</a> has built a strong international reputation for delivering high-quality custom yachts,” explained Kortmann. “Our focus on fully custom yachts between 200 and 500 GT allows owners to create a yacht that reflects their individual requirements, while benefiting from the experience and craftsmanship of our team.”“I look forward to working with our clients, colleagues and partners as we continue developing the company and delivering yachts that meet the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.”

Evan Kortmann appointed CEO of Van der Valk Shipyard

Van der Valk Shipyard has announced the appointment of Evan Kortmann as Chief Executive Officer.

Van der Valk Shipyard appoints Evan Kortmann as CEO

Video interior Amor à Vida yacht

We take a video tour of CRN's latest custom superyacht Amor À Vida   in Palm Beach.

Video: Onboard CRN's full custom superyacht Amor à Vida

The 25.69-metre Azimut motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> has been sold. Alberto Galante of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6348" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachts360 (Company)">Yachts360</a> introduced the buyer, while Brandon Barnes of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> represented the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291636/image/large-e8f37bfcacd3e673cdf5cf55ab932f10.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291636">Delivered in 2017 by the Italian shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> forms part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> 84 series. She features 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>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvagni Architetti (Company)">Salvagni Architetti</a>. Naval architecture was crafted in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a>.Constructed with a GRP hull and superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> has a beam of 6.45-metres and a draft of 1.79-metres. She most recently underwent a refit in 2025.&nbsp;Stepping inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> features a contemporary <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvagni Architetti (Company)">Salvagni Architetti</a> interior, where bespoke furnishings, Italian marble finishes and large windows bring her open-plan main saloon together. Outside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> has an expansive flybridge fitted for lounging, while her aft deck is fitted for alfresco dining.&nbsp;With an interior volume of 110 GT, accommodation onboard is arranged for up to eight guests across four staterooms, including a full-beam owner's suite on the lower deck. Separate quarters sleep up to two crew members, including her captain.In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 24 knots and a top speed of 27 knots.At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6933" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Satisfaction25.69m (84'3&quot;)Azimut Yachts2017">Satisfaction</a> had a last known asking price of $2,399,000. Image courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a>.

26m Azimut motor yacht Satisfaction sold

The 25.69-metre Azimut motor yacht Satisfaction has been sold with a last known asking price of $2,399,000.

Build Updates

Francois van Well joins Feadship America