<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1732" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freire Shipyard (Company)">Freire Shipyard</a> has laid the keel of an all-new superyacht project that will exceed 100-metres in length. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/240873/image/large-d8d2c1a5a8991a827fe6be9d37b29dbc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/240873">“We are proud of the extremely efficient hull which went through an extensive design and tank testing program to make it one the most fuel-efficient and stable hull designs,” the owner’s representative commented.The superyacht is set to be an intrepid explorer, and is expected to have around 4,000 GT of interior volume. She’s to be constructed out of steel and aluminium for her hull and superstructure, respectively.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/240872/image/large-31f971970df4c90b98023249b658f919.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/240872">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freire 112m explorer superyacht touches the water for the first time (2021-07-02 15:30:00 +0200)">Freire 112m explorer superyacht touches the water for the first time</a>The contract for this project was signed last year and the cutting of the first steel plates took place in May 2022. It is expected that her hull and superstructure will be completed in August 2023, ahead of her delivery in 2024. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/199412/image/large-a2f81021f05fb7f41965661ad74b9bb0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/199412">(above) Freire 112m explorer&nbsp; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1732" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freire Shipyard (Company)">Freire Shipyard</a> is also underway with another project that exceeds 100-metres – the 112-metre superyacht explorer, scheduled for completion later this year. This project features an exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/17" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bannenberg & Rowell Design (Company)">Bannenberg &amp; Rowell Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2997" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marin Teknikk AS (Company)">Marin Teknikk AS</a>, and is estimated to offer an incredible 6,950 GT of interior volume. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196090/image/large-9ca1a7b1948632b57d0052faf37fce53.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196090">(above) Freire 112m explorer&nbsp;

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Freire Shipyard has laid the keel of an all-new superyacht project that will exceed 100-metres in length. Delivery date is scheduled for 2024.

Freire Shipyard lays keel of new 100m+ superyacht explorer 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a> has unveiled the first details about the new 72.3-metre steel superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ananda72.3m (237'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2030">Project Ananda</a>. With keel laying due to take place in November 2026, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ananda72.3m (237'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2030">Project Ananda</a> represents the largest steel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> yacht to date. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395428/image/large-f158c2fcd8d4f7d456e286c1a8ceadb5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395428">Built on speculation as a Smart Custom platform, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ananda72.3m (237'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2030">Project Ananda</a> offers extensive personalisation options. Her interior design has been crafted in-house by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a>, in collaboration with <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>, which are also responsible for her exterior design. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395434/image/large-8f83d86aa528b04e1dc5c58150202475.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395434">According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ananda72.3m (237'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2030">Project Ananda</a> reflects a highly client-focused approach to yacht building, with her name translating from Sanskrit to mean ‘inner joy’. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ananda72.3m (237'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2030">Project Ananda</a> is characterised by a sleek silhouette, thanks to her ultra-efficient steel hull. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395442/image/large-63d1a2b57d38ce122e6508237b14af90.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395442">Designed with guest amenities in mind, a midship shell door opens onto a docking platform, leading to a central glass elevator and allowing for easy guest arrival and access. “This arrangement transforms a functional operational feature into a ceremonial arrival experience, allowing guests to bypass social areas and access their quarters with complete privacy” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395436/image/large-4430b723ab70ce77c290ab5e8c4210f7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395436">Spanning five decks, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ananda72.3m (237'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2030">Project Ananda</a> prioritises fluid movement and layered privacy, creating &nbsp;highly adaptable options for owners to choose from. Her two configurable owner’s deck arrangements allow the owner to select between a forward-facing private deck, or an aft-focused deck experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395435/image/large-9189a56c9c17745756b7c812391739bd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395435">Conceived as an apartment-like environment, the master suite on the foredeck features a private office and extensive panoramic views. A second master suite which mirrors the first can be found on the bridge deck, removing traditional hierarchies while offering flexibility for charter operations or multi-generational family use.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395437/image/large-864a8f7290ce4645b23d4bda860a984d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395437">Key features onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ananda72.3m (237'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2030">Project Ananda</a> include a travertine limestone swimming pool area, which connects directly to a Teppanyaki-style bar within the main saloon. Heesen has also selected travertine flooring instead of teak decking, which extends from the outdoor pool area into the fully openable indoor lounge.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395438/image/large-b1a44dac4c880a232845697dc85ed7c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395438">As well as this, the deck space is entirely flush and free from visible mooring equipment and can be easily transformed into an entertainment and party deck. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ananda72.3m (237'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2030">Project Ananda</a> is also equipped with a midship spa and beach club, which spans approximately 100 square-metres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395433/image/large-305211bd6c216a1f4cfe7fbbc83a3a2f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395433">Developed in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>’s Human Health Engineering department, the wellness suite includes a sauna, steam room, ice bath, snow shower, hyperbaric chamber, massage and medical treatment room and a bar.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395432/image/large-bc317f7f196290585e66a4933c9e3156.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395432"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395431/image/large-f3df31ba2f5793a1251f416d050a2242.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395431">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ananda72.3m (237'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2030">Project Ananda</a> is powered by a hybrid propulsion system which incorporates twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines and PTI/PTO gearboxes, delivering a range of 5,000 nautical miles at 12 knots and a maximum speed of 16 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395429/image/large-0069345ff675646c1b47ee183fb3aa7d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395429">Design, naval architecture and tank testing phases have already been completed with her resistance, trim, heave and wave response already validated at the University of Southampton’s Wolfson Unit.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ananda72.3m (237'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2030">Project Ananda</a> has an expected launch and delivery date of 2030.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395430/image/large-21bbbc3e2096a4c2ff935dc5001bb08c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395430">

Project Ananda: 72m Heesen steel flagship yacht unveiled

Heesen Yachts has unveiled the first details about the new 72.3-metre flagship steel superyacht Project Ananda.

Heesen unveils 72m hybrid steel flagship yacht Project Ananda

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nordhavn Yachts (Company)">Nordhavn</a> has unveiled its latest explorer yacht model, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nordhavn Yachts (Company)">Nordhavn</a> 100, a new 30.76-metre long-range explorer yacht building upon the cruising pedigree of the award-winning <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nordhavn Yachts (Company)">Nordhavn</a> 96. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394088/image/large-e48cce791e8b9bfbcce84df26bb13830.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394088">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nordhavn Yachts (Company)">Nordhavn</a> 100 evolved directly from the existing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nordhavn Yachts (Company)">Nordhavn</a> 96 platform, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15609" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Safe Passage30.76m (100'11&quot;)Nordhavn Yachts2025">Safe Passage</a> becoming the first hull to fully transition into what the shipyard now considers a true <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nordhavn Yachts (Company)">Nordhavn</a> 100.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394113/image/large-ea4479969451a4d0998f8e7f4e1b13a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394113">Rather than simply extending her hull aft, the yacht gained a larger traditional cockpit with fully extended side decks. According to the builder, these modifications not only increased the yacht’s waterline length, but also her outdoor spaces and interior volume, particularly within her main saloon.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394105/image/large-8aec764285b33c789619b9cc71b1ea16.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394105"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394097/image/large-8cc85adee81593f750d6fbae90e73fcb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394097">Developed in-house by Jeff Leishman alongside the company's engineering team, the new model has been conceived for world cruising across high-latitude and tropical regions with an emphasis on redundancy, safety and operational reliability.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394098/image/large-1df54cdd76a1818c15888e34bbddc37e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394098">Onboard highlights include social spaces arranged around an open-plan main deck salon, dining area and galley framed by large windows that maximise natural light. Aft, her enlarged cockpit lounge provides additional space for entertaining and relaxation, while her upper deck houses a more secluded area for the owner, and elevated lounge areas and ocean views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394121/image/large-8aa6f6e374b2ff91b661d64085f0899e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394121">With a beam of 7.32-metres, accommodation onboard is configured for up to 10 guests across five staterooms. This layout comprises a full-beam owner’s suite on the main deck and four additional guest staterooms on the lower deck. Dedicated quarters also sleep up to five crew members. Notably, the layout can be customised to suit owner preferences.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394122/image/large-55a629d61840f76f4015f2bc16bf6c0a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394122"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394115/image/large-a06904cdaa15cfc3cded9ab9769906de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394115">Moving to the lower deck, the yacht houses its operational spaces including the crew quarters, technical areas, laundry facilities, and dedicated storage for tenders and toys. Located amidships, the engine room is designed to minimise noise and vibration during long-range voyages.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394120/image/large-4fd44613fcd63b67186122b98d927cbc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394120">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nordhavn Yachts (Company)">Nordhavn</a> 100 also distinguishes itself from smaller <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nordhavn Yachts (Company)">Nordhavn</a> models through its ability to offer ABS classification due to its size bracket, while alternative certification standards, including CE compliance, are also available depending on owner requirements.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394117/image/large-27d9165c4a4a36960bd145c694bb9c26.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394117">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, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nordhavn Yachts (Company)">Nordhavn</a> 100 is also equipped with extensive backup systems for extended offshore operations. Moreover, her fuel capacity totals approximately 26,498-litres, giving the yacht a projected cruising range of more than 5,000 nautical miles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394110/image/large-9b70242872e43df8e09f2153bd2ee97c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394110">Construction time for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nordhavn Yachts (Company)">Nordhavn</a> 100 is expected to range between 30 and 36 months depending on the level of customisation requested by the owner. Delivered to an American owner in Hong Kong, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15609" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Safe Passage30.76m (100'11&quot;)Nordhavn Yachts2025">Safe Passage</a> is expected to embark on a maiden voyage to the Philippines.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394089/image/large-e2b984692890680f76c3be04b2cd170d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394089">

Nordhavn unveils new 31m explorer yacht

 Nordhavn has unveiled the new 30.7m Nordhavn 100 explorer yacht, an evolution of the Nordhavn 96, designed for long-range world cruising.

New Dutch yacht brand <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8842" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seaver Yachts (Company)">Seaver Yachts</a> has unveiled its first range of yachts spanning from 20- to 30-metres, alongside an offering of a unique ownership model.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/392843/image/large-e89b3019794d2ca65e2e8bc0781ef22f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/392843">Founded by experienced yacht owners Simon Schilder and Mike Verweij alongside 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> and project lead Julian van Santen, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8842" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seaver Yachts (Company)">Seaver</a> has launched with a line-up of five yachts across two distinct model lines: the Nordic 65 and 80, alongside the Azure 65, 80 and 95. &nbsp;The new brand was conceived to relaunch a selection of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4789" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bernd Weel Design (Company)">Bernd Weel</a>’s original yacht designs under the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8842" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seaver Yachts (Company)">Seaver</a> name. Future models will be constructed at Dutch shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Altena Yachting (Company)">Altena Yachting</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/392841/image/large-964d68dd09566dc22244aafd58eaaeb1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/392841">The creative force behind the Seaver range is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7963" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Weel Sluijter (Company)">Weel Sluijter Studio</a>, which was co-founded in 2024 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4789" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bernd Weel Design (Company)">Bernd Weel</a> and Jim Sluijter.Rather than operating as a traditional shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8842" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seaver Yachts (Company)">Seaver</a> establishes itself as a partner, “supporting clients from concept through construction, delivery, and into an exclusive ownership collective.” According to the company, the model aims to address common challenges associated with yacht ownership by bringing together independent specialists under a single coordinated structure. NordicThe two ranges have been developed with different cruising styles in mind. The Nordic line, comprising 20- and 24-metre models, is tailored towards colder climates and extended stays onboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/392836/image/large-4c51ad6d1158a7cebada2aed26dd0432.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/392836">Intending to create a residential feel at sea, her interior embraces a villa-style design featuring expansive glazing and a generous headroom. A large retractable sunroof draws in natural light and airflow throughout the yacht’s living spaces.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/392835/image/large-ac7801a339e67e56eaabb2f5b2a5ea5e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/392835">AzureMeanwhile, the Azure range, first available with 24 metres with 29- and 20-metre editions currently underway, has been conceived for Mediterranean-style cruising, placing greater emphasis on outdoor living. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/392839/image/large-04feb49b45254c8fc204ff8bcce37f65.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/392839">The yacht features expansive flybridges and exterior layouts arranged around lounging, dining and socialising, alongside shaded and open-air spaces distributed across the decks. Moreover, owners will have an option to include a Jacuzzi into her sundeck configuration. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/392840/image/large-cf13afb9183b42620a8beeae42360182.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/392840"> Across both ranges, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8842" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seaver Yachts (Company)">Seaver</a> yachts are constructed with lightweight aluminium hulls designed to improve cruising efficiency and manoeuvrability while maintaining onboard comfort. Each yacht also incorporates a hydraulic tender platform and a full-beam watersports garage. Moreover, each vessel's layout is configurable for either owner-operator use or a fully crewed operation. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/392842/image/large-116940c1da62e80f01acacdc1a30458b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/392842" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/392846/image/large-1a34bb5254a93b3b20341fa86fd949d8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/392846">Inside, the yacht range embodies a warm contemporary aesthetic defined by natural timber finishes, muted fabrics and integrated ambient lighting. Open-plan saloons optimise flexibility, while full-height windows introduce abundant natural light throughout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/392845/image/large-c30ee93ebee21d36a512720c7a054c06.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/392845" 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;">“Our approach is driven by purity and creativity,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4789" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bernd Weel Design (Company)">Weel</a>. “We aim to distill each concept to its most essential elements –never overdesigned, though always distinctive for each project.”An official launch event for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8842" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seaver Yachts (Company)">Seaver</a> brand is scheduled to take place on 27 June 2026.

New yacht brand Seaver launches yacht range and ownership model

Dutch yacht brand Seaver has launched a new range of 20 to 30-metre yachts through a unique ownership model.

New Seaver yacht range by Bernd Weel launched with unique ownership model

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2534" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Comar Yachts (Company)">Comar Yachts</a> has unveiled the first details of the 24-metre sailing catamaran concept C-Cat 80. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391736/image/large-05fd06b2f03f18cfb30f6482ecef6f95.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391736">Currently in the final stages of development, the C-Cat 80 was created at the request of an owner, and is designed for those who are looking for both fun and pleasure at sea. She also provides owners with the freedom to choose their own interior layout and furnishings, thanks to her in-house construction.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391731/image/large-d1c005abcda5b7d1b72264d4bbc175c2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391731">Built in Italy by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2534" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Comar Yachts (Company)">Comar Yachts</a>, she features interior design in-house by Flavia Proietti, alongside <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8838" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadio&Partners (Company)">Amadio &amp; Partners</a>, with naval architecture by the latter and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8837" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Design Collective (Company)">Yacht Design Collective</a>.“The C-Cat 80 is a blend of elegance, lightness and speed, with total customisation freedom,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2534" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Comar Yachts (Company)">Comar Yachts</a>. “She is a sailing catamaran that pushes the limits of pleasure sailing, with impressive volumes and comfort designed to conquer any route.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391740/image/large-993b057ba06ef67601fc84cfe52bcdb6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391740">The C-Cat 80 yacht is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2534" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Comar Yachts (Company)">Comar Yachts</a> second maxi model, following on from the 31-metre Comet 100 RS yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4125" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shadow31.0m (101'8&quot;)Comar Yachts2011">Shadow</a>, which was launched in 2011. She features a 195 square-metre main sail with a 86 square-metre self-tacking jib.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391739/image/large-78f538decf9827da1060396c6c3bc0a8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391739">Depending on her configuration, the C-Cat 80 can be equipped with four or five staterooms, as well as one crew cabin. Key features onboard include a spacious open-plan main saloon and dining area, while a large swim platform provides space for a tender or Jet Skis.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391735/image/large-dd33ece5dd331fe94c580f34f7d2155b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391735">The C-Cat 80 boasts wrap-around exterior decks, providing seamless access to her forward and aft decks. Guests are also provided with direct access to the water, thanks to twin staircases to aft.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391734/image/large-53fdf920377f8e21ce958bd1b12f95ed.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391734">In terms of propulsion, the C-Cat 80 is equipped with twin 150 horsepower engines, &nbsp;providing her with an estimated cruising speed of up to 10 knots and a maximum of 12 knots while under power, and a cruising speed of 12 knots and top speed of over 15 knots, under peak sailing conditions.

Comar C-Cat 80 sailing catamaran concept

Comar Yachts has unveiled the first details of the 24-metre sailing catamaran concept C-Cat 80.

Introducing the 24m Comar C-Cat 80 sailing catamaran concept

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a> has unveiled a new Classic superyacht line, introducing two models: the 38XPC and 39MXPC. The new range builds on the shipyard’s long-range explorer platforms, reinterpreted through a timeless and lifestyle-driven design approach. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391859/image/large-fdc96a15247e3313deb95ef61858d2ed.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391859" 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;">Both models feature exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Can Yalman (Company)">Can Yalman</a>, naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Umberto Tagliavini - Marine Design & Services (Company)">Umberto Tagliavini</a> and initial interior concepts by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a>.Exterior designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Can Yalman (Company)">Can Yalman</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a> underpins that the concept of “classic” is not rooted in nostalgia, but in rediscovering the core principles of naval design to deliver a contemporary expression. “After years of working on highly optimised, contemporary explorer yachts, there was a desire to reconnect with more timeless principles,” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Can Yalman (Company)">Yalman</a> explained.39MXPC with a focus on outdoor living &nbsp; The 39MXPC builds on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a>’s long-range platform, where outdoor living spaces are central to the concept. Her layout emphasises connection to the sea, including shaded dining areas, and an open terrace close to the water, ideal for socialising while cruising the Mediterranean waters.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391858/image/large-e19a7eff7ece2a55bdcbb0e80ef4260f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391858" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">A reconfigured aft section houses a Jacuzzi, while her upper deck is partially secured by a wide overhang, creating layered exterior spaces without disrupting the yacht’s overall silhouette.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391860/image/large-1c7b8a949fc347e5c1d1fba5c9cb6718.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391860" 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;">39MXPC boasts an exterior profile defined by clean horizontal lines and expansive glazing. Recognisable by her two-tone hull, her softened superstructure edges provide a more approachable look without losing the robust character of an explorer yacht.38XPC with a more classic configuration &nbsp;The 38XPC takes a more classic approach, drawing inspiration from gentleman’s yachts with a layout that focuses on balance and calmness. While it shares the same platform with the 39MXPC, her design emphasises a more contained and structured onboard experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391850/image/large-0222f4b4bd383c6bdef421b156d26245.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391850">As with her sistership, 38XPC’s exterior features clean lines and a seamless deck flow, underlining clarity and proportion. Moving forward, a tender on the front deck reinforces her explorer capabilities. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391853/image/large-b6be575e427602352484b370753ad7ad.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391853" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">A shift towards timeless design &nbsp; “With the new Classic superyacht line, we are proud to maintain the same core principles of efficiency, seaworthiness, stability and autonomy,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Umberto Tagliavini - Marine Design & Services (Company)">Tagliavini</a>. These attributes are carried over from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a>’s existing platforms, but they are now being reimagined through a more architectural and lifestyle-led lens.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/391863/image/large-d99b4a8f67246a86db192c4e5b4b6a57.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/391863">Patrik von Sydow, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a>, added: “This Classic Line represents a natural and strategic evolution for Numarine. It allows us to broaden our design language while staying true to the core principles that define the brand.”

Numarine unveils Classic superyacht line

 Numarine has unveiled its new Classic superyacht line, introducing the 38XPC and 39MXPC models.

 Numarine unveils new Classic superyacht line with two models 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Overmarine Group SPA (Company)">Overmarine Group</a> has unveiled the first details of its new 49.9-metre Mangusta GranSport 50 yacht model at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach International Boat Show - 2026">Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389573/image/large-7d9d5453ed9b7fdf13f1e4995aa2dd1c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389573">The announcement comes less than a month after the launch of the Mangusta GranSport 38 at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miami International Boat Show - 2026">Miami International Boat Show</a>. The latest model features naval architecture by engineer Ausonio of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PierLuigi Ausonio Naval Architecture (Company)">P.L.A.N.A. Design</a> of the shipyard’s Engineering Department. Meanwhile, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Mancini Yacht Design (Company)">Alberto Mancini</a> led both the yacht’s muscular yet sleek exterior styling and her interior design.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65383" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="New Mangusta GranSport 38 yacht model unveiled at Miami International Boat Show (2026-02-13 10:30:00 +0100)">New Mangusta GranSport 38 yacht model unveiled at Miami International Boat Show&nbsp;</a>“With the Mangusta GranSport 50, we wanted to take the onboard experience to the next level while also preserving the brand’s DNA,” commented Alberto.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389574/image/large-db01b8805efcff2f3f8f918ef9a064de.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389574">Conceived as a Sport Utility Yacht, her exterior is defined by extensive glass elements, making its sides appear transparent. For the first time, the signature fashion plates are frameless, while Grigio Europa glass inserts add a sophisticated effect through subtle light and shadow reflections.“The Mangusta GranSport 50 has everything one expects of a Mangusta yacht: a highly recognizable sporty profile that embraces generous, stylishly harmonised interiors and exteriors, in an engineering feat that combines high speed, fuel efficiency, and unmatched comfort with trans-oceanic range,” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Overmarine Group SPA (Company)">Overmarine Group</a> CEO Maurizio Balducci.Meanwhile, the new Mangusta GranSport 50 interiors place a strong emphasis on openness, with each deck designed to offer a distinct interpretation of life onboard. She accommodates up to 12 guests across five well-appointed staterooms, while nine crew members are housed in five dedicated cabins. The full-beam master suite features extensive glazing and can be fitted with an automatically operated balcony. The entire main deck is now devoted to the owner with the galley relocated to the lower deck.Described by the shipyard as an ‘elevated escape,’ the sundeck serves as an exclusive terrace where guests can enjoy panoramic views. The yacht introduces an elevated perspective through a layout spanning three and a half decks, complemented by a raised pilothouse (RPH). The ‘Upper Deck-and-a-Half’ configuration creates a higher helm position, offering enhanced visibility during navigation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389576/image/large-d973d16b6a6383e8931af5d650491841.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389576">President of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Overmarine Group SPA (Company)">Mangusta Americas</a> Stefano Arlunno oversaw the design process. “The inspiration behind the Mangusta GranSport 50 is equally simple and revolutionary: to offer ‘1/2 more' - half a deck more,” said Stefano.With the pilothouse positioned on the upper deck, additional space is freed up forward, maximising the potential of this area. It now features the signature infinity pool alongside a panoramic lounge. The pool, characterised by its minimalist design, has been reimagined as a central feature of the deck.“The Raised Pilot House changes everything: we wanted to free up the upper deck by envisaging new configurations that would radically redefine the onboard experience and create spaces to live, and not just to walk through. On this vessel, the sea doesn’t simply surround you; it also stretches out right in front of you,” added Stefano.&nbsp;Moreover, the owner can choose between two pre-engineered configurations: the lounge area may instead be transformed into a sixth panoramic cabin filled with natural light or a private family lounge or office overlooking the bow and infinity pool. This latter option effectively turns the entire level into the owner’s private deck, repurposing an area traditionally reserved for the bridge for the exclusive enjoyment of the owner and their guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389575/image/large-f4e5095b8f4dd1055ed3a6fb00e57164.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389575">At the bow, an integrated side-opening garage provides ample space for a 6.3-metre tender and two JetSkis, leaving the stern completely unobstructed. A standout feature aft is the dramatic central staircase linking the main cockpit to the swim platform. Two curved side wings, sculpted like supercar doors, unfold to reveal a private beach club that can transform into a lounge on the water or a panoramic gym with sweeping sea views. Meanwhile, the sun loungers, seamlessly integrated into the transom, build upon a design concept seen on the Mangusta GranSport 38.With a volume of 499 GT and a beam of 9.6-metres, the new Mangusta GranSport 50 yacht is propelled 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 16 knots and a top speed of 20 knots.“Today, true luxury means space flexibility, brightness, and freedom - this yacht embodies them all,” concluded Alberto.

New Mangusta GranSport 50 Yacht Model Unveiled

Overmarine has unveiled the first details of its new 49.9-metre Mangusta GranSport 50 yacht model.


New Mangusta GranSport 50 yacht model unveiled at PBIBS 2026

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1394" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Alexander (Company)">Ocean Alexander</a> has unveiled the new 31.58-metre 30P and 40.27-metre 40P yacht models, both completing the Puro Series, alongside the previously introduced 35P. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389313/image/large-49b0ae31bff7dc6b1525826a34686b78.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389313">First unveiled in 2024 with the debut of the 35P, the Puro series has been conceived as a range of yachts defined by a shared design language centred on “purity of form, calm confidence, and a more refined expression of life on the water.”Developed in collaboration with Italian designer Giorgio M. Cassetta of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cassetta Yacht Designers (Company)">Cassetta Yacht Designers</a> and naval architect Andrea Agrusta of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5432" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NavalHEAD Srl (Company)">NavalHEAD</a>, the Puro Series reflects a cohesive approach to contemporary yacht design. Clean lines, composed proportions and carefully considered spaces define the series, with each model tailored to its scale while maintaining a consistent identity. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389308/image/large-db0d647fc04b5fbe39083a2cecf95199.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389308" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The 30P brings the Puro philosophy into a versatile 31.58-metre platform with an interior volume of 225 GT, combining sculpted exterior lines with generous living spaces, well-suited to entertaining and extended voyages. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389311/image/large-1a8cce744ff49d78d91f1cfe5331f238.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389311" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">At the other end of the range, the 40P serves as the flagship of the series, expanding the Puro concept into a larger platform. Measuring 40.27-metres with an interior volume of 357 GT, the 40P emphasises scale while retaining the same design language seen across the series.On the outside, The 30P presents a sleek, tri-deck profile with strong glazing and a lifestyle-focused aft deck arrangement. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389312/image/large-7f5fbfb2b956a46eee56d0440798c86f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389312">Stepping inside, the 30P favours a more residential approach, with intimate living spaces and clean understated detailing. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389316/image/large-cd78f8cbde909c66e24ab4fa701ffacc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389316"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389327/image/large-5b005709b940146c87b37251455bc1a2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389327">In contrast, the exteriors of 40P adopts a more expansive form, a taller profile, heavier deck layering, and a more pronounced stern arrangement. The 40P’s beach club and glass-fronted pool is a true focal point for the yacht, rather than just an amenity.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389347/image/large-607379235c0c2482d1164d64f94239cd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389347"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389344/image/large-e9eb38ed49b78e661e103fc350a96a65.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389344"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389346/image/large-9b9ce6985838b2b2be50d542b7b02424.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389346">Inside, 40P pushes the design into superyacht territory, with a larger open-plan layout and increased spatial separation, particularly in the owner’s suite and upper deck lounges. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389352/image/large-a53a8b06c6f317128fbdec8f0c988d6f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389352"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389348/image/large-c59036fdbc74573105b09b2a804b7421.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389348"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389355/image/large-d4801d616fbbfcc4d90009e256f1d297.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389355">In terms of performance, both models are 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. Furthermore, 30P and 40P models are scheduled to make their world debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in 2026.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389351/image/large-c42cdfde4dc09370129c3d690c8819db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389351">“The completion of the Puro Series is a defining moment for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1394" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Alexander (Company)">Ocean Alexander</a>,” said Johnny Chueh, President of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1394" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Alexander (Company)">Ocean Alexander</a>. “We wanted to build a family of yachts with a clear identity, one that speaks to owners around the world who value beauty, craftsmanship, and true capability.” All images provided courtesy of Ocean Alexander.&nbsp;

Ocean Alexander unveils 30P and 40P models to complete Puro Series

Ocean Alexander unveils the 30P and 40P motor yacht models, completing the Puro Series designed by Cassetta and NavalHEAD.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/112" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Custom Line (Company)">Custom Line</a> has unveiled the first details about the new 34.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/112" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Custom Line (Company)">Custom Line</a> Navetta 35 yacht. With the first hull sold and three currently in-build, the Navetta 35 is described as an evolution of the yard’s Navetta series, with a strong emphasis on natural light and onboard comfort. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373288/image/large-d27d2b314f0095762d3e4bc69ec39ce9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373288">Positioned alongside her larger sistership, the Navetta 35 yacht adopts the same core design language, defined by clean architectural forms. She features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Filippo Salvetti (Company)">Filippo Salvetti</a>, with interior design courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5082" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel (Company)">Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel ACPV Architects</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386761/image/large-7a87f96bdc6adcd7967e4a81d3cf1869.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386761">According to her designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Filippo Salvetti (Company)">Filippo Salvetti</a>, her exterior styling balances dynamism and clarity, avoiding overly aggressive lines in favour of progressive, fluid surfaces. Based on the sculpted muscles of an athlete and the flowing curves of a high-performance sports car, her profile conveys both power and elegance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373290/image/large-c74acaa1347b74e13a1dd10a0e1b9a50.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373290"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373289/image/large-635faa8b9dadbeac06d68e09a4d517ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373289">The Navetta 35 yacht features a natural colour palette, designed to enhance comfort and warmth. She boasts brushed oak flooring, lacquered ceilings, brushed nickel detailing and Bianco Avorio stone surfaces to create a refined yet understated atmosphere.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386767/image/large-5749b047fa0f7a4e97cf225c99a71f98.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386767">Large floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors define the formal dining area, while linen fabrics in the main saloon introduce softness and texture, complementing the sense of comfort onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386768/image/large-63d6172c0fbc025a1c8eb9138470f320.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386768">The Navetta 35 yacht can accommodate up to 10 guests across a five stateroom configuration, with her full-beam owner’s suite positioned forward on the main deck. This private suite includes separate his-and-hers bathrooms connected by a shared central shower.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386762/image/large-c57b0fa4c5d5d2ed59da6f2370e3f132.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386762">On the lower deck, four guest staterooms are accessed via a dedicated lobby, including one suite fitted with a Pullman berth to accommodate additional guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386759/image/large-bd6ceed64b3c667a2c6101813948fa0a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386759">A distinct feature in her exterior design is the notch in her gunwale, which aims to reduce the perceived mass of her superstructure, and allow for an increase of natural light to her interior spaces, creating an overall more streamlined profile and a further sense of openness.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386746/image/large-fe18d661873dbf7aa52b9c72962be13a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386746">The Navetta 35 yacht’s layout aims to prioritise both functionality and space, with the absence of an exterior staircase on her aft main deck allowing for a larger and more usable dining space.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386748/image/large-8dbc11e8ff74070e70c4859ce9f4821e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386748"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386745/image/large-475cbba0fde9531c76e20e72da74ea67.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386745">This design decision is repeated again on the flybridge, where the removal of staircases enables a wider and more versatile deck arrangement, including a Jacuzzi and expansive lounging areas. Forward, her bow features freestanding furniture and a sunset lounge area that offers unobstructed panoramic views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386760/image/large-939b545383e765789f22c63b18886c2c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386760">Her sundeck features an open-air sea view pool, while covered areas provide shade and protection, ensuring usability in a range of conditions. On the main deck aft, a lounge area provides direct access to the beach club.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386756/image/large-a47ae9a5faa42122bc938a1477605179.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386756">In terms of performance, the standard Navetta 35 yacht 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> V12 1,400 horsepower engines, providing her with a top speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots. She can also reach a range of 1,750 nautical miles at an economic cruising speed of 10 knots. There is also an option to install twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> C32 1,622 horsepower engines, which would propel the Navetta 35 yacht to a top speed of 16 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386755/image/large-184cadf1944897f280dfdb283e17302a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386755">The first two hulls are currently sold and already in-build, alongside a third hull also in-build with a delivery date of 2027.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386754/image/large-22fdafd5036bcfa08cde703abfdb5ff6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386754">

Custom Line Navetta 35

Custom Line has unveiled the first details about the new 34.5-metre Custom Line Navetta 35 yacht, with the first two hulls sold and in-build. 

Custom Line unveils new Navetta 35 yacht with first hull sold and in-build

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Overmarine Group SPA (Company)">Overmarine</a> has unveiled the first details of its new 37.58-metre Mangusta GranSport 38 yacht model at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miami International Boat Show - 2026">Miami International Boat Show 2026</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385649/image/large-3deef1f96aaa81c7761fecae94122d18.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385649">The new model completes the current GranSport line, which already includes the GranSport, 34, 45 and 54 models. Built in composite at the Viareggio facility, she is conceived as Sport Utility Yacht, combining performance, volume and long-range capability with a focus on onboard comfort.The core design of the Mangusta GranSport 38 features a dual asymmetrical configuration developed across two decks. Her main deck has one walkway on her port-side, while the starboard side has been absorbed into the interior, enlarging her main saloon. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385650/image/large-b0507cb5e73803d2e866636f97339172.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385650">On the upper deck, the arrangement is reversed, with a single walkway to starboard increasing usable interior volume to port. As well as this, floor-to-ceiling windows and minimal structural interruptions create visual continuity between her interior and exterior areas.The main saloon of the GranSport 38 yacht connects directly with the aft cockpit, with her full-beam owner’s suite also positioned on this deck. According to the yard, the layout has been developed to maximise natural light and horizon views, with wide glazed surfaces and open sightlines throughout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385651/image/large-a03170a781a3cbb9e1ddd5e826c93c18.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385651">The Mangusta GranSport 38 yacht can accommodate up to 12 guests across five staterooms, as well as a crew of seven in four cabins. Interiors have been developed in collaboration with designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Mancini Yacht Design (Company)">Alberto Mancini</a>, with Mangusta continuing its custom-focused approach that allows owners to tailor layouts, materials and finishes.On her upper deck, her main saloon opens onto an alfresco dining area, while her foredeck features Mangusta’s signature infinity pool. Furthermore, the sun deck of the Mangusta GranSport 38 yacht has been conceived as a private observation space, offering extended sea views. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385648/image/large-476dc9f6a9833f7aa71ac6d02d649c13.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385648">Her beach club spans two levels, with a staircase from the main deck cockpit leading down to her swim platform, alongside fold-down side wings and a transformer platform to extend the usable area at anchor. Her garage can be accessed from the side and accommodates a tender of up to 5.5 metres alongside two Jet Skis.In terms of performance, the Mangusta GranSport 38 yacht is powered by four <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> D13 1,000 horsepower engines, paired with IPS pods under the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> IPS Professional platform. The result is a top speed of 20 knots, a cruising speed of 18 knots, with her configuration enabling a more compact engine room, freeing additional interior volume.&nbsp;

Mangusta GranSport 38 yacht model unveiled

Overmarine has unveiled the first details of its new 37.58-metre Mangusta GranSport 38 yacht model at the Miami International Boat Show 2026.

New Mangusta GranSport 38 yacht model unveiled at Miami International Boat Show

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts (Company)">YYachts</a> has announced that its first hybrid 23.99-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts Hybrid Y823.99m (78'8&quot;)YYachts 2027">Y8</a> yacht is currently in-build. The yacht marks the first in the series to be equipped with an advanced hybrid propulsion system since the first yacht in the series launched in 2015.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385331/image/large-80bf416394850dd1bb8472ecfa68a5fe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385331">Developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts (Company)">YYachts</a> and founder Michael Schmidt, the Y8 yacht series has been continuously developed over the years since the launch of the first hull Cool Breeze (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts (Company)">Peregrin</a>).According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts (Company)">YYachts</a>, the Y8 yacht is conceived for owners who value long-range capability, generous space and understated elegance. She features clean, minimalist lines, paired with a light filled interior.&nbsp;“Intelligent layouts, premium materials and meticulous craftsmanship create a calm, luxurious atmosphere onboard, while the yacht’s efficient hull design ensures excellent sailing performance,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts (Company)">YYachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385329/image/large-193bc7bdb603499acaaaf2771da643cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385329">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16903" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts Hybrid Y823.99m (78'8&quot;)YYachts 2027">hybrid Y8</a> yacht is powered by a conventional diesel propulsion with a powerful electric drive from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a>, allowing owners to choose the optimal mode. In electric ‘silent-mode’, the hybrid Y8 yacht operates on lithium battery power, enabling near-silent cruising with zero local emissions.&nbsp;Flexible charging options further enhance her sustainability, with the option to charge via shore power in port or through onboard solar energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and increasing her autonomy.In addition, the diesel engine is fully approved for HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil), a renewable fuel that can significantly lower CO2 emissions, without compromising on performance or reliability.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385330/image/large-b0fccfcbb1a7d0e11554fc3dde5426e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385330">As well as this, the propulsion system can be controlled and monitored in real-time via a touch display, ensuring effortless operation and maintenance of her energy flow and battery status.“With this hybrid-powered Y8, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts (Company)">YYachts</a> demonstrates that sustainability and luxury are not opposing concepts but natural partners,” concluded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YYachts (Company)">YYachts</a>. “Advanced technology, responsible energy use, and timeless design come together in a yacht that is as future- oriented as it is elegant.”

First 24m hybrid YYachts Y8 sailing yacht in-build

YYachts has announced that its first 23.99-metre hybrid Y8 yacht is currently in-build, with an advanced hybrid propulsion system by Yanmar. 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> has announced the launch of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12487" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef 100 Eco #129.26m (95'12&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2026">first Sunreef 100 Eco</a> sailing catamaran from its facilities in Gdańsk, Poland. The 29.26-metre yacht marks the first unit in the shipyard's <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12487" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef 100 Eco #129.26m (95'12&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2026">Sunreef 100 Eco</a> series.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397398/image/large-2d2e8a5b325a7181b1946adeae3df95e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397398">The launch marks another milestone in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a>'s expanding Eco range, which also includes the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> 50 Eco, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> 60 Eco, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> 70 Eco and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> 80 Eco models. As one of the largest sailing catamarans in the series, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12487" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef 100 Eco #129.26m (95'12&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2026">Sunreef 100 Eco</a> has been developed to merge sustainability, brought by her electric propulsion and advanced solar power technology, and the freedom of sailing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397395/image/large-b7469020aba2236fecc84b8b20c5f864.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397395">Commissioned by a returning <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> superyacht owner, the yacht reflects a growing interest in innovative technologies that aim to improve sailing experience without compromising luxury, comfort or performance. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> was responsible for the sailing catamaran's entirety, having developed her exterior design, interior design, and naval architecture.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397393/image/large-02e322f6fe7b450244b9c93f9ad40582.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397393">Constructed with a GRP hull and superstructure, the 200 GT yacht is particularly designed for extended voyages, featuring spacious guest accommodations alongside generous indoor and outdoor living areas. Moreover, her interiors can be customised using responsibly sourced and recycled materials, while energy-efficient onboard systems have also been incorporated to reduce overall consumption.One of her key features is her vast Ocean Lounge, which provides a seamless connection with the sea. Other amenities include a spacious garage, a dive locker and dedicated storage for watersports toys.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397397/image/large-e3ce156db07caeeaa3f22d61252a851e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397397">In terms of propulsion, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12487" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef 100 Eco #129.26m (95'12&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2026">Sunreef 100 Eco</a> comes equipped with twin 360 kWh electric engines and a 770 kWh battery bank. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a>'s proprietary solar power system incorporates more than 240 square metres of solar panels integrated into the hulls, superstructure and bimini. Capable of generating up to 46 kWp of renewable energy, the system allows the yacht to continuously generate clean energy while preserving its sleek profile.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397396/image/large-5f6dadb8e12b56bc34f71c26a56e9abd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397396">Commenting on the launch, Francis Lapp, Founder and President of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a>, said: "With the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12487" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef 100 Eco #129.26m (95'12&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2026">Sunreef 100 Eco</a>, we are proving that the future of superyachting can be both luxurious and responsible. Combining electric propulsion, solar power, and the efficiency of sailing, this yacht sets a new benchmark for clean cruising."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397392/image/large-bf8c571626e5c57444e24f464144bbdd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397392" 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;">Following her launch, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12487" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef 100 Eco #129.26m (95'12&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2026">first Sunreef 100 Eco</a> will enter the final outfitting phase and undergo sea trials ahead of her world premiere at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show (Company)">Monaco Yacht Show</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397394/image/large-6c630317621d24bc7b478182d0a0a85c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397394" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht IQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> has several yachts in-build including two hulls of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> 88 Ultima and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> 35m Eco, which is estimated to launch in 2027.

First Sunreef 100 Eco sailing catamaran launched

Sunreef Yachts has launched the first Sunreef 100 Eco, a 29m sailing catamaran with electric propulsion and integrated solar power.

In a time where privacy is one of the highest forms of luxury, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4943" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtCloud BV (Company)">YachtCloud</a> has refined and luxurised service onboard superyachts. The most popular of their technological products making yacht life easier, is the GEST Service Call System. The call button is the most popular element of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4943" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtCloud BV (Company)">YachtCloud</a> portfolio, which is made up of six products in total: OMNIYON, YIS, CrewBoard, LaundryBoard, ECHO and GEST.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4943" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtCloud BV (Company)">YachtCloud</a>, based out of Rotterdam, The Netherlands, is a product developer that focuses on delivering premium technology for the world’s most discerning clients. Established in 2014, the company has over a decade of experience in the delivery of their premium tech, and is dedicated to crafting yacht experiences where technology and craftsmanship work together in harmony to enhance comfort, safety and enjoyment at sea. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397415/image/large-ea8c1696d8ca02546b0c4dd98dfca9ce.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397415">Call systemThe GEST is a service call system: “When owners or guests onboard want service, they can press the button, which sends a notification to the crew,” shares Lucie Hubert, Strategic Marketing Manager at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4943" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtCloud BV (Company)">YachtCloud</a>. “Crew members accept the request, which turns the button green, so the guests know someone is handling it.” From there, a crew member will come to inquire about the request. Once completed, the crew marks the open request as completed and the button is once again ready to go.The purpose of the GEST button is to ensure privacy, “there is no microphone on the physical button, it’s something we don’t want to include precisely because of privacy. If you press it, someone will actually have to come to you”, Lucie adds. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397416/image/large-5254a21c41376a0e75f4b6f98a415eed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397416">There is also a digital version of the GEST Service System, which works just like the physical button, but here there is a chat function. “You can send the notification, but also chat directly with the crew members and share your request right away.”The goal of the button, besides ensuring smooth seven-star service, is precisely that privacy. Instead of standard WhatsApp groups on yachts, the button ensures no personal information other than necessary needs to be shared. “It reduces those big group chats that we often see onboard yachts. With the button you can directly notify the chef or the chief stew or a deckhand - everything can be separated to specific crew”, Lucie points out. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397414/image/large-e6bad529c046ba1db80d1cfbcab50ec7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397414">Onboard superyachtsThe very first prototype of the GEST Service System was built in 2018. Two years later, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4943" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtCloud BV (Company)">YachtCloud</a> had sold their 100th button. “Three years ago, we sold 100 buttons to a single project,” Lucie recalls. From there everything has just grown really fast.&nbsp;How many call buttons each yacht orders, depends mostly on size. “We see two options,” notes Lucie. “The first one is that the yacht just wants it in common areas, such as the lounge or the aft deck. The second is that we see yachts who want a call button in every single room, including all the staterooms.” The type of buttons tends to be a mix between physical and digital “often we see the digital buttons for the staterooms and the physical ones for the common spaces.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397410/image/large-99a82fc3ec98842b421aecb0ce521275.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397410">Design &amp; craftmanshipThe button’s physical design is well in line with the luxury service it is designed for. Each button is completely customisable, “you can have a ring engraved, or the yacht’s logo or name, even the material is fully customisable,” Lucie notes. “You can have the ring on the button in 24K gold, stainless steel, dark or light bronze.” Even the leather of the button is customisable: “we had a client who wanted a specific leather. We said, ‘just send it to us and we’ll make it happen’, and we did.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4943" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtCloud BV (Company)">YachtCloud</a> prides itself in their flexibility and ability to craft their product to their client’s ideal design. Their service meets the luxury standard as well, “we have a great support team and we keep track of when there are button breakdowns and they need replacing.” The backend of the system is entirely remote, “we can access the system of all of our clients and jump in to fix it when needed, without needing to be physically present.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397404/image/large-0c13641a7634989dcedd535fe56b7615.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397404">When the issue cannot be fixed remotely, the button is sent to the warehouse, which sits next to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4943" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtCloud BV (Company)">YachtCloud</a> headquarters in Rotterdam. It is also where the company does their refurbishing “we are working to be more sustainable, and as these buttons are used daily, they can of course obtain damage overtime. We’ve introduced a system where buttons can be sent to the warehouse and the ring, leather, or any other element is fixed, checked, and sent back to the client.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397405/image/large-ed866489b68104d857921b411ec65394.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397405">Challenges along the wayNo successful product comes without its challenges along the way. “When we started, the battery life was a big challenge” shares Lucie. The button’s battery would last about a day, and would take numerous hours to charge. “Now, a button lasts up to three to five days, depending on usage, and can be fully charged in four hours.”&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4943" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtCloud BV (Company)">YachtCloud</a> is continuously working to improve the button. “We’ve gone from a battery life of two days to a battery life of five days”; a huge jump in the battery’s longevity. “If the battery life goes under 20 percent, the chief stew will get a notification that it needs charging, so everyone is always in the loop.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397401/image/large-6c30e57e733fef9ba0ec5045380161f5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397401">A happy crew is a happy yachtNo challenge has been too big for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4943" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtCloud BV (Company)">YachtCloud</a>, and they’re continuously working hard to incorporate any and all feedback they get from clients. “We pushed a new colour, white, because one client specifically wanted it,” shares Lucie, “any idea the client has, we’re always open to hear it because we want our product to cater the client to the best of its ability - it’s how we develop our products and our company.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397403/image/large-145e0eba96f58a68a1e5d6628f07a332.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397403">The feedback from clients, captains and crew has been invaluable. One captain of a 42-metre motor yacht emphasised how the “GEST system was set up in minutes, is loved by our owners, guests and crew.” The electro-technical officer of another 40-metre motor yacht noted how the GEST system has “been a great addition to our operation. It allows guests to request service, drinks or whatever they need while giving them complete privacy when they don’t want to be disturbed. It creates a smooth, intuitive and professional experience onboard.”The goal of products like GEST, and of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4943" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YachtCloud BV (Company)">YachtCloud</a> as a whole, is to create a connected yacht experience - one where technology and craftsmanship work in harmony to enhance comfort, safety and enjoyment at sea.

How YachtCloud's GEST is redefining service onboard

A look into one of YachtCloud's most popular products, which is redefining service onboard superyachts.

Early March, Jim Offield returned after two years of circumnavigating the globe onboard sailing yacht&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend34.14m (112'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts1999">Legend</a>, just in time for his 76th birthday. Leona Caanen sits down with Jim to dive into his journey sailing the seven seas onboard the 34-metre ketch.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397312/image/large-2d480c55397f28e4576e480c910ab08e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397312">As the world was closing up in July 2020, Jim’s longtime captain and dear friend Bruno, found the perfect ketch sitting for sale, docked in Palma de Mallorca. After a quick tour via FaceTime, Jim bought the yacht and had Bruno prepare it to set sail. Jim made his way to the yacht, where Gibraltar authorities granted him a sole 24 hours of entry before he and his yacht needed to leave.What followed was Jim’s very first Atlantic crossing on a sailing yacht. “We did the Atlantic crossing in August and I absolutely fell in love with offshore sailing. It was an absolute magical trip,” Jim shares. Crossing the Atlantic in the middle of hurricane season is quite a feat, but <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend34.14m (112'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts1999">Legend</a> showed what she was capable of and with Bruno captaining the vessel, Jim felt right at ease.After that, Jim, Bruno and the crew spent four years leisurely exploring New England and the Caribbean, sailing from island to island. After exploring much of the region, Bruno and Jim were having coffee one morning on shore when the question arose: what next? Having previously travelled to the Pacific and Oceania onboard a 156 foot <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/47" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta Marine (Company)">Delta</a>, Bruno floated the thought of sailing around the world onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend34.14m (112'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts1999">Legend</a>. A simple ‘why not’ from Jim and a plan was made. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397341/image/large-e986b042286f4f2e39e0b8b2219a4a49.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397341">Around the worldIn early April of 2024, Jim and his wife, captain Bruno and their crew set sail from Savannah, Georgia, heading towards the Panama Canal. From there <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend34.14m (112'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts1999">Legend</a> sailed towards the Galapagos and towards New Zealand, taking time to sail past many islands of the South Pacific that lay along the route, the likes of French Polynesia and Tonga.To sail to such remote places, witnessing stunning wildlife along the way, felt like a true sailor’s journey, but in the comfort of the 34-metre superyacht. All these sailing experiences, exploring the Mediterranean, crossing the Atlantic, and cruising around New England and throughout the Caribbean, making minor tweaks to the vessel along the way, had unknowingly prepared her for the circumnavigation. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397298/image/large-cf68dc5ec2d388b4dac703ab8511d9ff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397298">Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/52" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ron Holland Design (Company)">Ron Holland Design</a> (exteriors) and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a> (interiors) and built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/60" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alloy Yachts (Company)">Alloy Yachts</a> in 1999, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend34.14m (112'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts1999">Legend</a> is a sturdy lady. Bruno shares how, as ”Jim goes to bed quite early, sometimes, when we sail at 10 or 12 knots through the night, he’ll come up in the morning and not have felt a thing!” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend34.14m (112'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts1999">Legend</a> was the right choice of vessel for the journey they took.One of the most exciting legs of the journey was sailing from Cairns to Cape Horn, through the Indian Ocean. “98 percent of this trip is going to be spectacular,” Captain Bruno had said to Jim, “but two to five percent of it, you're going to have to hold on to your shorts. And it didn't let us down.” The Indian Ocean is notorious for its strong, unexpected monsoon-like winds and heavy rains, accompanied by a chaotic sea with waves coming in from all directions. “In the middle of one of those days when it was full on, Jim looked at me and he goes, ‘it's worse than you said it would be!’”. As the duo tells the story, Bruno laughs, “I always said to Jim, ‘you haven’t crossed an ocean until you’ve sailed an ocean!”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397339/image/large-9ffd3d4bc8d1c964c524477a86d0a59e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397339">Harmonious sailingHaving known each other for 25 years, Jim and Bruno share a special bond. Something that, in turn, had a positive effect on the rest of the crew. ”We travelled with an amazing group of people and many friendships were born,” shares Jim. “Being alone in the ocean for so many days with such a great crew, it’s the experience of a lifetime. It was harmony in every sense of the word.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397343/image/large-317e67d451ee84abdd838a57bf53debb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397343">Captain Bruno points out how Jim is also very conscientious of the crew’s well-being. “One day, in Tonga, Jim and his family went diving with the humpback whales. But I know that, if I don’t also get a boat for the crew to go diving, Jim won’t be happy.” Everywhere <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend34.14m (112'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts1999">Legend</a> sailed, Jim shared his experiences with the crew. “We would go diving, hiking up a mountain, or skydiving, and leave to go sailing in the evening but no one would complain because we had the most terrific day,” Bruno notes. “They were &nbsp;just like, ‘okay, what's the next adventure?”To have such camaraderie onboard over the course of two years has made the journey even more valuable to Jim. “Being 75 years old, there are no words to describe how absolutely magnificent it was to be able to do this, as an owner; to be part of the crew, to enjoy such a journey. I would have to say it's the greatest accomplishment in my life.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397400/image/large-246ee0ced6e7b7d52bb60e4bf1c45023.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397400">So why sell?Upon arrival back home to the US East Coast, Bruno held a speech and tears were shed, and within six hours of being on land, the crew talked about going back out for another trip around the globe. Yet a trip like this you can only do once for the first time: “I just don't think the repeat of it would ever compare to what we just did,” Jim says“I’m a big believer in not duplicating: there are other parts of the world and other adventures I want to do. I’m starting to feel the age a little bit, so I’m ready for a bit more comfort” Jim shares. Now, Jim is looking to explore on a more comfortable, slightly smaller yacht, “but I’ll never give up travelling the ocean!”“The boat was always there for us. She was amazing” shares Bruno. “Jim and I both feel that it's a pity we don't see more owners taking on these experiences.” The hope is that Jim’s experience will inspire not only the new owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend34.14m (112'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts1999">Legend</a>, but other owners to traverse around the world. A sailing yacht the likes of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Legend34.14m (112'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts1999">Legend</a> is born to circumnavigate and she’s more than proven her capability. “To cruise the seven seas on a sailing yacht is to truly experience the open Ocean,” notes Jim.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397313/image/large-9eaa45403680c94f2b2494324778a6a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397313">

Traversing the seven seas onboard Legend: "It's the experience of a lifetime"

After sailing around the world onboard his 34m Alloy sailing yacht Legend, Jim is ready for his next adventure.

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Just as physical tank test models are giving way to computational fluid dynamics, so another form of virtual modelling is coming to the fore – the digital twin. But what is a digital twin, and how can we use them to streamline superyacht design, construction and operation?Providing an exact definition of a digital twin can be tricky, not least because different people use the term in different ways. With conceptual origins tracing back to NASA in the 1960s, the truth is that digital twins come in a variety of forms and offer multiple applications – all of which have the potential to change the approach to design and enhance the operational effectiveness of superyachts.“I haven’t found a consistent way that people use the term,” says software developer Boudewijn van Groos. “For example, some call a simple 3D model a digital twin, even if it doesn’t make predictions. It might show live sensor data from the vessel, but it’s really just a portal into the actual ship. That is fundamentally different to a software model that mimics the behaviour of a system based on physical or statistical calculations. Yet people refer to both as digital twins.”Models created in a software environment are arguably the purest form of digital twinning. They are increasingly being used both to train AI and to enable systems developers to code the core parts of a yacht’s controllers while the physical yacht itself is still in build – a decisive factor when faced with tight construction and delivery schedules.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397081/image/large-c63a38ee887c535cd43a28154e353077.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397081">Virtual virtuesVan Groos is leading a team of software developers who are undertaking the coding of a multifaceted monitoring and control system aboard Project Zero, the renewables-powered sailing yacht 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>. In collaboration with German company XRG Simulation, they have been building a virtual version of the yacht’s systems in Modelica, which allows them to write the code for the programmable logic controller (PLC) for the thermal harvesting and recovery system, for example, and test it before the physical system has been completed. While the team has also been using a current sailing superyacht as a test bed, creating a digital twin has brought additional benefits.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397079/image/large-c1ba2f94baf775740a49c5322a0b5621.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397079">“For everything we’re doing we first write the physical thing into code to form the digital twin,” Van explains. “That simulation can be very basic, or a deep mechanical simulation. It gives us an opportunity to prevent regression bugs and it means we can avoid having to run our code on a physical system that means needing the real machine every time, which is just a hassle.”Developing a digital twin not only creates a platform for virtual testing, it also provides an opportunity to explore or to train AI, which can have real-world applications in a finished project. Indeed, this is the approach that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3559" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Videoworks Group (Company)">Videoworks</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> took, in collaboration with the University of Pisa, to develop the systems on the 42.84-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12135" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seawolf X42.84m (140'7&quot;)Rossinavi2024">Seawolf X</a> catamaran.“On a yacht you have a lot of very high-tech systems, each optimised and each with sensor actuators,” explains Maurizio Minossi, CEO and CTO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3559" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Videoworks Group (Company)">Videoworks</a>. “The idea is to create a sort of manager that grabs the data coming from the different subsystems and, thanks to the use of AI algorithms, gives it added value in terms of monitoring and control.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397078/image/large-3bbe7f4296cb60275d58eb400d1d5976.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397078">“AI algorithms need to train on something – you need a story,” adds Sergio Saponara, director of the Department of Informational Engineering at the University of Pisa. “But if the technology is new, how do you create that story? Creating a digital model of a yacht allows you to fill the AI with data. You analyse the chiller in a model, then you combine it with all the other models to create the whole ship.”The system they have developed, which has been designed to be modular for use across multiple yacht designs and configurations, integrates various network-connected sensors, smart plugs, and actuators, such as HVAC systems, lighting, and automated blinds, orchestrated by an advanced AI algorithm. The digital twin enables the simulation of different configurations and operational scenarios, generating virtual data that can be used to train AI models – a useful approach given the challenges of limited experimental data on energy consumption and passenger habits.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397077/image/large-efe714be9d6f415bcddaf70b66ca2da0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397077">Test rig&nbsp;It’s not just in systems design that digital twins are being utilised. For Dale Morris, Group Head of Global Design at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a>, the development of digital twins has enabled advanced, in-the-box testing before a rig is stepped – a serious advantage given the one-off nature and complexity of superyacht masts and sail plans.&nbsp;“The outcome is what’s on the water, but the model that came before it has been through all the conditions,” he says. “It starts with base mast properties, rigging pre-tension and tuning, but we add in the actual moulded sail shape and structural files from North Sails, and then we can assess the rig to a whole other level.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397082/image/large-2efc90f958531c34f23220a01c23ffdf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397082">This allows the team to see the effect of their rig design choices even down to its impact on the actual shape of the sails. They can go into a whole CFD loop, where the fluid structure interaction (FSI) loops back into the non-linear FEA – non-linear because the mast is flexible. That essentially means they can sea-trial the yacht before any carbon fibre even gets laid in the mast mould.“That also flows through into how we communicate the safe operation to the customer with all the sheet runs and all the load interfaces, so that boatbuilders can build-in the right safety factors,” &nbsp;Morris explains. “You can assess all that within the digital twin.”It also impacts the initial sea trial phases because, rather than the traditional method of stepping a mast and eyeballing the rig to tune it and ensure it is set up symmetrically, it can effectively be pre-set. Gone are the days where you put the rig in, go sailing and flop from tack to tack, make changes, rinse and repeat, which can be a two-day operation.“We are able to virtually go sailing before we even put carbon in the mast tooling, and for yacht designers, owners and crew that’s a huge benefit because it elevates confidence before you get further into the project,” &nbsp;says Vincent Guiot, Group Sales Director at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a>. &nbsp;Further, the applications extend to the operational phase. By using the information from the load sensors from specific conditions. If something doesn’t look quite right, the team can plug that data back into the digital twin and help someone on board diagnose the issue more efficiently.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397080/image/large-77d39333b2a17751661ad462a20fdfc0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397080">Practical magic&nbsp;As CAD has advanced, so 3D models have become commonplace, not only in terms of determining the underlying engineering layout of a vessel but also to ensure the vessel can be built as efficiently as possible. But when one superyacht project approached Dutch company Goltens to take that 3D model further, the potential for an all-encompassing digital twin quickly became apparent.“Normally we design, engineer and create 3D models, and during that process a lot of information on the components – size, material, capacity, make, model – is put into a database,” says Sandra Jutte of Goltens’ Green Technologies division. “But when the vessel departs, most of that information, which can number thousands of data files, stays behind. For this project, we were asked how we could collect all the engineering data in one place during construction and use it to make the yacht smarter in operation.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397085/image/large-8490e120db5880a524554f471c7eb9b6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397085">To achieve that, the Goltens team combined ongoing 3D scanning during the build with CAD and engineering drawings to create a digital version of Project Zero that is a perfect match for the real thing. The result is that all the information on the build, systems and components is available for easy access – especially useful when it comes to fault-finding or in the event of a system alarm.&nbsp;“You need an exact copy of the yacht, so during the entire build our team has been on site with a 3D scanner capturing every stage of the build,” says Jutte. “We’ve scanned every detail, including 100,000 metres of cables and six kilometres of piping.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397086/image/large-39fff693692206113bdc5e36b8ec672b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397086">Every pump, pipe and system is connected and with e-sharing it’s possible to click into the engineering drawing and instantly jump to the same spot in the 3D model, and vice versa. All relevant details and spare parts listings are available with a click. What’s more, the digital twin will form the backbone for predictive maintenance and, potentially, AI-rooted energy efficiency and systems analysis during the operational phase – an aspect that could have huge impact for a project where every kilowatt counts.The potential goes further, however, because wherever the vessel goes, the digital twin goes too. This means designers can use the digital twin to experiment with new ideas or test layouts without ever touching the real vessel, while engineers can follow system performance and simulate improvements, and and owners can explore their yacht anytime, anywhere.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397087/image/large-8c4ef31785ce28bc95f037d27cf282ff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397087">Such a comprehensive scan-based digital twin improves maintenance aspects – with all manuals and spare parts lists easily accessible, and with the potential to add predictive maintenance algorithms – but also aids efficiency in a refit phase.&nbsp;“Refits and repairs are no longer a guessing game,” says Jutte. “Because if a component needs to be replaced or a new component fitted, the digital twin already knows what’s there currently and if the new one will fit. It means you can order or prefabricate parts with confidence. It’s a complete feedback loop between design, operation, maintenance, fault-finding and improvement.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397089/image/large-cbdce16aec81ad92d4d28edb2f355442.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397089">

How is virtual modelling transforming superyacht design and operation

From rig testing to predictive maintenance, digital twins are reshaping how superyachts are designed, built and operated.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Valencia (Company)">Marina Port Valencia</a> has announced that the inner marina, Marina City, is now complete as part of their phased transformation. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397349/image/large-033282147cabe8f5a2ddb1d15d41bc62.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397349">Led by the IPM-IMG Group and Ocibar, the project aims to revitalise the three marinas that previously hosted the 2007 America's Cup, while introducing a cutting-edge refit yard, a state-of-the-art dry dock and modern commercial spaces.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62614" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First renderings of new Marina Port Valencia development unveiled (2025-02-14 12:45:00 +0100)">First renderings of new Marina Port Valencia development unveiled</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397347/image/large-02f98e636005af30408a0493b3b9cb49.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397347">The Marina City is now ready to welcome its first customers for the summer season with a full range of premium services. Positioned in the most sheltered area of the port, it has been designed to welcome yachts between 12 and 130 metres and boasts an exclusive central pontoon with berths from 15 metres available for sale or rent for ten, fifteen or twenty years.Construction will soon begin at Marina Norte on a collection of new office buildings designed to attract leading companies and create a hub for networking, innovation and talent. Local residents will also be able to benefit from a restaurant that will open in the former Panorama building.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397346/image/large-ad9d771b5b626cd1085ee90660cd52f1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397346">The redevelopment of the marina will be completed in planned phases over the coming years, with local residents able to experience the marina’s new public spaces as each stage is completed.With landscaping designed by GM Paisajistas, in coordination with the architects at ERRE Arquitectura, the plan links Marina Norte, Marina City and Marina Sur through a landscaped ‘green corridor’, creating a continuous route for pedestrians and cyclists lined by Mediterranean vegetation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397348/image/large-4ff447ed4895040fef35c2236798337f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397348">With this project, Marina Port Valencia will reconnect the city with the waterfront,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Port Valencia (Company)">Marina Port Valencia</a>. "In doing so, it responds to local leisure needs while providing businesses with an unrivalled waterfront environment, establishing Marina Port Valencia as a leading national and international destination built on the principles of sustainability."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/348287/image/large-0f4e8368c10bd6b34945367d123348e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/348287">

Marina Port Valencia completes Marina City development

Marina Port Valencia has announced that the inner marina, Marina City, is now complete as part of their phased transformation.

Marina Port Valencia completes inner marina for yachts up to 130m

Italian studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8392" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SY design (Company)">SY Design</a> has unveiled Kairos, a 52-metre motor yacht concept centred around a stronger connection between the guests and the surrounding sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397334/image/large-8796d9063db33dbbfbb5f54882d17b18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397334">Designed to remain under the 500 GT threshold, Kairos is conceived to be built with a lightweight aluminum structure, with the intention of making the outdoors the heart of life onboard. The designer has noted that the concept carefully combines open, flowing spaces with floor-to-ceiling glazing and wide hull openings. Moreover, the layout is intended to draw in natural light to flood her interiors, frame breathtaking sea views, and create a seamless access to the water. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397336/image/large-42daf1825f66f137b146990641679193.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397336">Outside, Kairos is characterised by slender proportions and a modern profile that flows effortlessly from the bow to the stern.Her stern serves as one of the focal points of the project. A magnificent pool set at sea level becomes the part of the beach club area, crafted to deepen the connection between the guests and the ocean and expand the sense of openness across her decks. Reflecting the project's philosophy, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8392" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SY design (Company)">SY Design</a> explained that "the objective was not to maximise gross tonnage, but to maximise the owner's experience of the sea."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397335/image/large-e57a868a18e96191861bfc535940ba8c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397335">Wide lateral openings in the hull further extend the views, and invites abundant natural light to dance across the aft, resulting in a bright and open area. Above, her main deck cockpit has been envisioned as a terrace overlooking the sea. In this space, two opposing L-shaped sofas are arranged for mingling and casual lounging, &nbsp;while glass bulwarks preserve uninterrupted views of the horizon.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397337/image/large-8562659c5dd2fd32334132b65c354912.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397337">Ascending further, the yacht’s expansive 105-square-metre fly deck serves as a defining outdoor living area, offering space for socialising, entertaining and open-air dining. Forward, her deck features a flexible layout, allowing owners to tailor the space based on their preferences. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397333/image/large-f17ca1e6f871b464c45ae86a2169b934.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397333">With a beam of nine-metres, accommodation onboard Kairos is arranged for up to 12 guests across six staterooms. The owner's suite is situated forward on the main deck, benefitting from expansive windows and stunning ocean vistas. The five guest staterooms are located on the lower deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397338/image/large-05b708fcf1585fa034d052d3d23270de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397338">Further features include a dedicated bow garage for jet skis and a rescue tender, while a separate aft garage with side access stores the yacht's primary tender without impacting guest spaces.In addition, Kairos features a dedicated bow garage, discreetly housing jet skis and a rescue tender. Meanwhile, a separate aft garage with side access houses the yacht’s primary tender, stowed away to leave guest areas undisturbed. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397332/image/large-c9d3caeb265320db2d2d23a3105877a1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397332">

SY Design unveils 52m yacht concept Kairos

SY Design has unveiled Kairos, a 52-metre motor yacht concept centred around the owner’s experience of the sea.

 SY Design unveils 52m yacht concept Kairos with sea-level pool

The United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida has dismissed the entire complaint brought by Export Yacht Sales (Brill Maritime), which alleged that Boats Group illegally monopolised the US online boat-listing market through YachtWorld, Boat Trader and boats.com.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355047/image/large-0bd8f332392990f5a08cac6ea37b81d1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355047">The lawsuit was filed on 14 August 2025, with Brill Maritime alleging that Boats Group controlled approximately 75 percent of the market for listing and marketing recreational boats and used subscription agreements that either bar or discourage brokers and dealers from listing vessels on rival platforms.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64073" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="US boat dealers bring antitrust class action against Boats Group (2025-08-21 13:00:00 +0200)">US boat dealers bring antitrust class action against Boats Group</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355053/image/large-d4b378b0bbe9bf56a1926a2d570b4fd5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355053">According to Brill Maritime, competing platforms had been unable to achieve the scale or inventory to grow their services effectively, leaving brokers and dealers with limited options.The court found that Brill Maritime had plausibly alleged that the relevant market could be defined as an online boat listing and marketing service in the United States and that Boat Group may possess monopoly power in that market.&nbsp;Brill Maritime also alleged that Boat’s Group claimed 75 percent of the global share, reasonably supporting an inference that it has a dominant position in the US market. As a result of this, the judge did not dismiss the case because Boats Group lacks market power.However, the judge said that Brill Maritime had failed to show that Boats Group engaged in illegal anticompetitive conduct and under US antitrust law, being a monopoly is not illegal by itself.The court repeatedly emphasised that monopoly power is legal, but using that power through anticompetitive behaviour to exclude rivals is illegal.&nbsp;The judge found that Brill Maritime’s three main allegations were insufficient including that Boats Group became dominant by acquiring competitors such as YachtWorld.com, boats.com and YachtCloser.com.The judge said that acquiring competitors is not necessarily illegal and that Brill Maritime had not explained how these acquisitions had harmed competition. The complaint had described the acquisitions as “strategic” suggesting it was more of a successful business move than illegal conduct. The judge explained that Brill Maritime had shown that Boats Group bought competitors, but not that these acquisitions were unlawful. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355039/image/large-513a0ee840e10e5371f647093bba58d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355039">Brill Maritime also claimed that Boats Group's subscription agreements stoped brokers from listing boats elsewhere. The judge examined the contract language and concluded that the provision merely prevented brokers from implying that a YachtWorld or Boats Group listing originated somewhere else. He therefore concluded that you can advertise on YachtWorld and on other sites and the contract simply prevented you from pretending a Boats Group listing came from another platform, meaning the clause is not an exclusive dealing arrangement.Finally, Brill Maritime argued that Boats Group had dramatically increased its prices. The judge responded that high prices alone are not an antitrust violation. The court cited multiple precedents saying a legal monopolist is generally allowed to charge whatever prices it wants. To prove monopolisation, Brill Maritime needed to show that the higher prices resulted from illegal exclusionary conduct.In conclusion, the judge accepted that Boats Group may hold monopoly power in the US online boat-listing market, but ruled that the plaintiffs failed to show that Boats Group acquired or maintained that position through illegal anticompetitive conduct.United States District Judge, Roy K. Altman dismissed the complaint without prejudice, meaning the plaintiff is able to resubmit an amended complaint, with a deadline of 30 June 2026.&nbsp;The lawsuit also contained claims under Florida law, with the federal court declining to hear the state claims as the federal antitrust claims were dismissed. These were also dismissed without prejudice, allowing for them to also be refiled.&nbsp;SuperYacht Times will continue to follow this story and will provide updates where necessary.

US court dismisses antitrust lawsuit against Boats Group

The US District Court for the Southern District of Florida has dismissed the antitrust lawsuit brought by Export Yacht Sales against Boats Group.

The 24.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="N2H224.6m (80'9&quot;)Princess Yachts2022">N2H2</a> has been sold, with Joe Hill of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Brokerage International (Company)">Princess Brokerage International</a> representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377303/image/large-e9f5ee62744476943f9773dd48e429fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377303">Delivered in 2022, the yacht features interiors penned in-house by her British builder. Meanwhile, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Olesinski Ltd. (Company)">Olesinski</a> took charge of her naval architecture and exterior design.At a volume of 78 GT, she can sleep up to eight guests across four well-appointed staterooms. Guests can enjoy communal areas such as the foredeck and aft deck fitted with sunpads and the flybridge with shade.Propulsion-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="N2H224.6m (80'9&quot;)Princess Yachts2022">N2H2</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, giving her top speed of 39 knots.At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="N2H224.6m (80'9&quot;)Princess Yachts2022">N2H2</a> had a last known asking price of £3,175,000.00.Courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Brokerage International (Company)">Princess Brokerage International</a>.

Princess yacht N2H2 sold

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25m Princess motor yacht N2H2 sold

The 29.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/112" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Custom Line (Company)">Custom Line</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7645" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Yaz29.7m (97'5&quot;)Custom Line2010">Lady Yaz</a> has been sold. Ferhat Kanbur of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Data Marin (Company)">Data Marin</a> introduced the buyer, while Ilker Bicaco of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Talia Marine (Company)">Talia Marine</a> represented the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/392305/image/large-86c88e62c5d466ff1f840f9818dce38b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/392305" 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;">Delivered in 2010, the yacht features naval architecture penned in-house by her builder. Meanwhile, her interior and exterior designs were crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Design</a>.Inside, her design is distinguished by light coloured woods that give the yacht a contemporary feel. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7645" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Yaz29.7m (97'5&quot;)Custom Line2010">Lady Yaz</a> can accommodate up to ten guests across four well-appointed staterooms at a volume of 177 GT. Moreover, a highlight of the yacht is a relaxation area on her flybridge, where guests can enjoy panoramic views.&nbsp;In terms of propulsion system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7645" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Yaz29.7m (97'5&quot;)Custom Line2010">Lady Yaz</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 24 knots and a top speed of 27 knots.At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7645" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Yaz29.7m (97'5&quot;)Custom Line2010">Lady Yaz</a> had a last known asking price of €2,990,000.Photo courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Talia Marine (Company)">Talia Marine</a>.

Custom Line yacht Lady Yaz sold

The 29.7-metre Custom Line motor yacht Lady Yaz has been sold.

30m Custom Line motor yacht Lady Yaz sold

The 35.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/602" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Valdettaro S.r.l. (Company)">Cantiere Valdettaro</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unplugged35.4m (116'2&quot;)Cantiere Valdettaro S.r.l.1992">Unplugged</a> has been sold with Yannis Stratis of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6235" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Broker House (Company)">Yacht Broker House</a>. The sale was concluded directly with a private buyer, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6235" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Broker House (Company)">Yacht Broker House</a> acting as both owner and central agent in the transaction.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/98550/image/large-82448249e993189bbabf085b54999ffc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/98550">The sale was completed in spring 2026 at Yacht Broker House's home base in Corfu, Greece. Since changing hands, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unplugged35.4m (116'2&quot;)Cantiere Valdettaro S.r.l.1992">Unplugged</a> has departed Greece and is now cruising European waters under her new ownership.&nbsp;Delivered in 1992 by Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/602" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Valdettaro S.r.l. (Company)">Cantiere Valdettaro</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unplugged35.4m (116'2&quot;)Cantiere Valdettaro S.r.l.1992">Unplugged</a> most recently underwent a refit in France in 2024. She features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/357" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Laurent Giles Superyacht Architects (Company)">Laurent Giles Superyacht Architects</a>, while her interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/618" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Garroni (Company)">Studio Garroni</a>.Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unplugged35.4m (116'2&quot;)Cantiere Valdettaro S.r.l.1992">Unplugged</a> has a beam of 7.95-metres and an interior volume of 171 GT. Accommodation onboard is arranged for up to 10 guests across a five stateroom configuration, while dedicated quarters house up to a crew of six, including her captain.In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unplugged35.4m (116'2&quot;)Cantiere Valdettaro S.r.l.1992">Unplugged</a> is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engine that delivers a cruising speed of 9.7 knots and a top speed of 12 knots.&nbsp;At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unplugged35.4m (116'2&quot;)Cantiere Valdettaro S.r.l.1992">Unplugged</a> had a last known asking price of €900,000.

35m Cantiere Valdettaro sailing yacht Unplugged sold

  The 35.4-metre Cantiere Valdettaro sailing yacht Unplugged has been sold with Yacht Broker House

The Freire 112-metre&nbsp;explorer superyacht has touched the water for the first time following her technical launch at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1732" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freire Shipyard (Company)">Freire</a> shipyard in Vigo Galicia. Here, she will undergo final outfitting.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/199412/image/large-a2f81021f05fb7f41965661ad74b9bb0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/199412"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52994" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First glimpse of the Freire 112m explorer superyacht (2021-05-21 10:15:00 +0200)">SYT first shared a glimpse of the 112-metre explorer</a>, hull number 724, in May while under construction in Spain. The superyacht features naval architecture from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2997" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marin Teknikk AS (Company)">Marin Teknikk AS</a>, while her interior and exterior design comes from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/17" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bannenberg & Rowell Design (Company)">Bannenberg &amp; Rowell Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/199411/image/large-a76b19a5855fc4a5d7a1647bd36a421e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/199411">The Freire 112-metre superyacht features expansive deck space and is constructed from steel and aluminium. Many details are still to be released about the superyacht.

Freire 112m explorer superyacht technical launch

The Freire 112m explorer superyacht has touched the water for the first time following her technical launch at the Freire shipyard in Vigo Galicia.

New Model

Freire Shipyard lays keel of new 100m+ superyacht explorer