<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a>’ latest conversion project, the 70-metre Project Master, arrived at the shipyard’s drydock facility in Harlingen earlier last month. We caught up with the yard to find out more about the progress of this major conversion project, and to learn more about its position in the market since the launch of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6788" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ragnar68.2m (223'9&quot;)Koninklijke Niestern Sander2012">Ragnar</a> in 2020. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236019/image/large-652f1052304b805423a0baafc7f254dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236019">Project Master will follow in the wake of an earlier conversion project; she’s another Offshore Rescue and Support Vessel that’ll be converted into a global world explorer. Rather than being driven by passion – as superyacht conversions usually are – <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a> is responding to market demands and capitalising on its expertise to deliver conversion projects which follow the same design directive. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236022/image/large-9a3830e5727fdfbe6983cec72c1330eb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236022"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a> opted for a 66-metre Offshore Supply vessel built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2996" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kleven Maritime AS (Company)">Kleven Werft</a> in 2001 for the platform of Project Master. They presented a number of possibilities for their client, but this Kleven-build was best suited to his needs: a world cruiser that’s family-orientated and suitable for charter.&nbsp;Project Master has been designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a>.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236013/image/large-a7e072cd924f9b46ef706a1b8f72785c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236013"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236018/image/large-8db89403a2f90c5f9a9cc3dff45906ff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236018">As <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a> sources new platforms, the shipyard is able to repurpose a great amount of the original vessel. This obviously is positive on the environmental front, but it also reduces lead time for the client and overcomes the great supply chain hurdle. As much as 80 percent of the vessel will be upcycled, a similar amount as occurred with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6788" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ragnar68.2m (223'9&quot;)Koninklijke Niestern Sander2012">Ragnar</a>. This allows us to deliver a state-of-the-art explorer without putting a huge drain on raw material resources. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236016/image/large-d6926e428438d8b761ef588f9d5cd82f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236016">Project Master will offer accommodation for as many as 12 guests across six well-appointed staterooms, comprising two VIPs, three twins and a sublime 135 square-metre owner’s area. The owner’s area has additional privacy as it’s located three decks above the guest area, and boasts 135 square-metres of space. The suite will be fitted with a sleeping area, an office, a lounge and a private terrace.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236014/image/large-e20a08006573224ae8ce1cca910e0d33.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236014">As Project Master is destined for a life of luxurious worldwide exploration, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a> ensured that her platform had plenty of space to carry all the necessary equipment and tenders. Project Master will offer more than 800 square-metres of exterior space, and plenty of room for an arsenal of tenders, submarines and gear. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a> will also furnish the platform with a fully certified helicopter deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236015/image/large-5b1dbb6680938378788c496bbdd88028.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236015">There are a number of shipyards commissioned for refit projects, but more often than not their clients are looking for a classic platform to be converted into a bespoke one-off project, Tony Gale CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a>, explained. “We are, of course, a Dutch superyacht builder, so we bring a totally different set of skills and expertise than the commercial sector – skills that perfectly align us with our new vision to become a leading conversion specialist.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236012/image/large-6fe2c1224bd6b5e6c6b52c49643ebb04.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236012"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a> has positioned itself between the commercial and superyacht sector; it draws its platforms from the former and develops them according to the demands of the latter. “We’ve developed a strong expertise from past projects and know where to source the best possible platforms for our clients,” Gale said<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236020/image/large-16e87ad020de38086d66e81f05eacd5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236020">As luck would have it for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON</a>, the conversations it was having for another conversion project also steered them to Norway and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2996" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kleven Maritime AS (Company)">Kleven Werft</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON</a> will be working on the third conversion from this ‘series’ pretty much unilaterally with Project Master. Even though there is a great synergy between these converted research vessels, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON</a> has ensured that each delivers a unique character and charm – at the end of the day, these are fully-custom projects. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236017/image/large-1e28062b85bdc38ffe372c7ed39fd9a2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236017">Project Master is now in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a>’ drydock facility as it enters the next stage of conversion. The second 70-metre platform is at the yard in Harlingen, the Netherlands, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON</a> will start working on this project imminently. &nbsp;

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ICON Yachts’ latest conversion project, the 70-metre Project Master, arrived at the shipyard’s drydock facility in Harlingen earlier last month.

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<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering’s</a> second 44.2-metre B145 explorer yacht has reached its next construction stage.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261773/image/large-ea4e7ff6b24db404238c1942c8e34d79.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261773">Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering’s</a> in-house team of naval architects and engineers, B145 promises a comfortable cruising experience. Her hull and superstructure have been joined recently, and she now progresses onto the next stage, where she has been moved to her outfitting facility in Antalya, Turkey.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261777/image/large-5862062fb324d1f4ae11d8aefea54cd7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261777">“Comfort, reliability and capability - this is important in any exploration-type yacht, and it is exactly what we want to provide to our customers,” says Alexey Mikhailov, President of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering Yachts</a>. “Our growing construction capacity is following the demand of true enthusiasts and sea-lovers. We promote freedom and curiosity, all in a safe environment of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a>-built boats.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261775/image/large-8ab249bed97dd7be652e0e4e441379b2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261775">B145 has a generous 9.7-metre beam, granting plenty of space for guests to lounge and entertain. She offers a six-stateroom configuration, with the main deck master stateroom benefitting from a private bar, lounge area, and fold-down balcony. The remaining five guest staterooms are situated on the lower deck. Other amenities include a sauna with a spa, a fully equipped diving room, and a spacious upper deck that provides ample tender storage.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261776/image/large-684e803df8935e8c45e6205028933346.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261776">B145 is a three-deck superyacht capable of high-latitude travel, perfect for those with a desire to explore the world. She has a full displacement steel hull and aluminium superstructure, and will have a hybrid propulsion drive for a combination of electric motors for silent operations, and a conventional diesel engine. This will provide her with a top speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261774/image/large-43fd6a4bbcc54513234fa68c848ee009.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261774">B145 is set to be delivered in 2024. Bering also has in production hulls B125, B121, and B117, which are set to be released the same year.

Bering’s second B145 explorer yacht enters next construction stage

Bering’s second B145 explorer yacht has reached its next construction stage.

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The Freire 112m Explorer, hull number NC724, nears completion as she moves to be painted and outfitted, ahead of delivery later this year. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261220/image/large-124b481e4d353d7657612aa44ec07060.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261220">At 111.85-metres and with an interior volume of 6,950 GT, she’s not only the largest superyacht to be built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1732" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freire Shipyard (Company)">Freire Shipyard</a>, she’s the largest to be built in Spain. The superyacht was conceived 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>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261221/image/large-133c2e08f98f12dc9c501317555e0c8d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261221"><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> designed her exterior and interior, while <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> managed her naval architecture. This is the first time the two studios have joined forces and their expertise couldn’t have been better paired. <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> was responsible for the two explorers delivered by Norwegian <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2996" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kleven Maritime AS (Company)">Kleven Shipyard</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5796" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses116.0m (380'7&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2018">Ulysses</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andromeda107.4m (352'4&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2016">Andromeda</a>. &nbsp;<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> on the other hand, has a fleet of over 100 superyachts which includes <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.0m (452'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/20" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Predator72.8m (238'10&quot;)Feadship2008">Predator</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3676" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Illusion65.0m (213'3&quot;)Heesen Yachts2013">Illusion</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261222/image/large-ed09daf98dd646e834c0fac378aa6361.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261222">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56577" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The biggest upcoming superyacht launches for 2023 (2023-01-03 13:00:00 +0100)">The biggest upcoming superyacht launches for 2023</a>Construction of the Freire 112m Explorer has taken place in Vigo Galicia, Spain. According to <a href="https://superyachttimes.ac-page.com/homepage" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, she is the sixth-largest superyacht expected to be delivered this year.&nbsp;

Hull of Freire 112m Explorer transported for painting and outfitting

The Freire 112m Explorer spotted being transported for painting and outfitting, ahead of delivery later this year.

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Freire 112m Explorer: Spain’s largest superyacht nears completion

Turkey-based yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AvA Yachts (Company)">AvA Yachts</a> has announced that construction is well underway for the first two models in the 26.2-metre Voyage90 series. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261189/image/large-94260e074f4122139ec8a5dcdbcb2344.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261189">The all-aluminium Voyage90 motor yacht series will see the first model, Voyage One, expected to be on display at Boot Dusseldorf in January 2024. The second model in the series is scheduled for delivery before the start of the 2024 Mediterranean yachting season, with both available for purchase.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261177/image/large-44ebfa4fa126aeb90c99a3457ae83a1f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261177"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261194/image/large-ee410f2694e41732778e2b139f9ab29d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261194"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261195/image/large-c329d301e694c0549b3da8bfc3acf9bf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261195"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261190/image/large-ffd9830984789771a576ebcbf2c271a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261190">“Our Voyage90 model is a real pocket superyacht with unique indoor spaces for a yacht of its size. She’s a cross between modern and retro, and many features and equipment levels have been borrowed from those tried and tested in our Kando series of superyachts,” commented Atilla Küçükdiker, Chairman and Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AvA Yachts (Company)">AvA Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261196/image/large-4563c81144670ad7414ba76ecf0dceb1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261196">The Voyage90 features a 40 square-metre saloon and dining area, as well as accommodation for up to eight guests in a full-beam master suite, two full-beam double suites, and an additional double guest stateroom. She can also sleep a crew of four in two double cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261201/image/large-75bb9ee7f4843a06e086cc6904198e70.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261201"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261203/image/large-048f4aa88b838a805045f0725c2a4b7f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261203"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261206/image/large-8ecd999778de0bb6b379ed3e4303d439.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261206">The Voyage90 is built to Turkish <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyds</a> classification and is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cummins Inc. (Company)">Cummins</a> QSL9 Heavy Duty engines that will reach a maximum speed of 15 knots. She will also have a nautical range of 2,900 nautical miles at a cruise speed of 8-10 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261187/image/large-46a2e98196092e8f0cdb0530d46f2f05.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261187">“We have two Voyage90 models well into construction and available for purchase, and delivery of both will be made well before the start of the 2024 Med season. We are really looking forward to showing Voyage One off at next year’s Düsseldorf show,” concluded Atilla Küçükdiker.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261188/image/large-d3bcdd106aa619405e4963a1a6ff55d5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261188">

Two 26m AvA Voyage90 motor yachts in-build

AvA Yachts has announced that construction is well underway for the first two models in the 26m Voyage90 series. 

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The 114.2-metre superyacht Project Cosmos has been technically launched from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>’s facility in Rendsburg, Germany. This is the first time we’ve seen the superyacht, otherwise known as Project 13759. The superyacht will be the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht to feature the new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen sells their first superyacht with fuel cell technology (2021-04-20 15:00:00 +0200)">fuel cell technology that the shipyard first announced in April 2021</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260911/image/large-2215daa811318716c954a3c5b8bffad7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260911"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260837/image/large-fa9b44202a460adaba1bcf8b17c388da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260837">Very little is known about the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marc Newson Ltd (Company)">Marc Newson</a>-designed project, aside from her having an interior volume of around 6,300 GT and a beam of 18-metres. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> has constructed Project Cosmos with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, and expects to complete and deliver her next year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260909/image/large-650fc522980ba76a5b7e9d288b06dfbc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260909"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260836/image/large-edb20fe91ad4c02a5551795dd78f2f2d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260836">Project Cosmos&nbsp;has a large aft deck, complete with a swimming pool and large cut-out, which we can only expect to host a large tender. She also has an oversized foredeck that will likely be finished with a helipad. The superyacht also features an observation pod.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> will outfit Project Cosmos at a neighbouring facility, as the company's own docks are either occupied or undergoing structural modernisation work themselves.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260907/image/large-87ee31fdc667633590c8d32d00300a33.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260907"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260838/image/large-874a6adbc300aeabb27bdf95a747cff1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260838"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260839/image/large-feeedabe26368ecd517b8fa7cecd60d0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260839">Rendsburg, Germany, was the site where some iconic <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyachts have been launched, including 95.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4095" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kismet95.2m (312'4&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2014">Kismet</a>, 85.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2685" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solandge85.1m (279'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2013">Solandge</a>, 87-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2684" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ace87.0m (285'5&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2012">Ace</a> and 115.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ahpo115.1m (377'7&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2021">Ahpo</a>. It is also where the 122-metre superyacht Jagwas technically launched in 2021, ahead of her delivery later this year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260908/image/large-82faf88c085ecf4fafab183a46b14002.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260908"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260835/image/large-38b368260c20292f9d8a598b1f1c308c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260835">

114m Lürssen yacht Project Cosmos, 13759, launched

The 114m superyacht Project Cosmos, otherwise known as Project 13759, has been technically launched from Lürssen’s facility in Rendsburg, Germany.

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Project Cosmos: 114m Lürssen superyacht Project 13759 launched

The hull of the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5686" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Navale Vittoria (Company)">Vittoria Yachts</a>' 32.5-metre Veloce 32 RPH has now been turned as the yacht enters the next stage of her construction. Within the coming weeks the main deck will be joined to the hull, and the next major construction phase will begin. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260524/image/large-2928ea5945bff020d64034196f65b03e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260524"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260522/image/large-fcfbbe50a4e87a7f4777208c5be0f218.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260522">The yacht, the sale of which is being managed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1087" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Floating Life Charter & Brokerage (Company)">Floating Life Charter &amp; Brokerage</a>, features a complete design from <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/hydro-tec" target="_blank">Hydro Tec S.r.l.</a> who have created a yacht for owners who want a true 'Made in Italy' vessel. New interior renders and details of the yacht have now been unveiled. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260519/image/large-87a0322d58d3e3f27f62b1ebfb65dfd5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260519"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260520/image/large-6d1417d03236bdbc453be8023c04f389.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260520">When completed next year, the yacht will have impressive capabilities hitting top speeds of up to 20 knots. At the moment the first model is due to be painted blue, however this way change when an owner joins the project in due course.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260521/image/large-8e5077ddb6927126f5b197350000e3dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260521">The yacht's vertical bow, combined with the unique lines of the hull, give her its characteristic style, while allowing for plenty of space in the lower deck area.The gunwale is raised up, both to make the bow and ship’s sides look more masculine and imposing, and to help create a more private and contained environment. The wheelhouse is deliberately low-profile, with windshields featuring a unique reverse shape which is a nod to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5686" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Navale Vittoria (Company)">Vittoria Shipyard</a>’s traditional construction and their know-how gained, in
particular, over many years of constructing lifeboats.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260526/image/large-15cea431afab1d50fd2835d9465b829f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260526">Top features include a large beach club to the stern where tenders and toys can be stowed during navigation. When at anchor the area will be completely transformed, furnished with sun loungers and umbrellas, for an unparalleled luxury experience, completely surrounded by the water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260528/image/large-b67661ca5b5297e3d7a6c07c9397e6c6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260528"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260532/image/large-2748f785814d6371b2baa69bc43f1c55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260532">The yacht's interiors are designed to be completely connected to the outside, with sliding doors and large windows that offer panoramic views. As many as 10 guests can be accommodated about the superyacht between five ensuite staterooms, all of which are spacious and which are designed with organic and flowing shapes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260529/image/large-e62c3a60a47efc61dbb4aae53219ea30.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260529">For the design of the hull and optimisation of its shape, the shipyard and designer have employed a database of virtual yacht models, CFD (Hull Shape Optimization) software, and noise reduction materials designed according to rigorous engineering analyses. The resulting hull has been designed to be highly durable, but also lighter than many comparative hulls, designed to reduce the drag and improve fuel consumption.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260525/image/large-347d497e69356db99c4b1a6ed68970db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260525">

Vittoria Yachts Veloce 32 RPH hull turning

The hull of the first Vittoria Yachts Veloce 32 RPH has now been turned as she enters the next stage of construction.

New details unveiled of first Veloce 32 RPH superyacht from Vittoria Yachts

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> has unveiled new renderings for the 52-metre sportfishing superyacht, Project 406. The motor yacht is currently in-build and will be launched later this year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260254/image/large-ae9c72a008f0d22a5d2bcd21a41a88d8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260254">Project 406 will be the world’s largest true sportfish yacht, with an impressive volume of 500 GT spanning six decks. The Dutch shipyard promises to deliver the most luxurious, finely appointed, meticulously-engineered sportfish yacht in the world.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260255/image/large-1d2e1451ebdee943ef90af26ee3e276b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260255">Designed for an experienced owner, the superyacht will be outfitted for both sportfishing and personal use as a luxury motor yacht, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack Yacht Design</a> fully responsible for her design.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260256/image/large-442b3ee2313126daad572bf0060fc0ac.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260256"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260253/image/large-58994b288249c48f828333f7de09c543.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260253">The work includes innovative features and components, such as laser-powered exterior lighting. The Alustar® aluminium hull, constructed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman’s</a> in-house team of welders, offers strength and resilience. It also achieves the lighter weight that ensures a smooth and efficient passage to the fishing grounds.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260258/image/large-caf10b1463be96231d15de22c5dad2ee.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260258">Project 406’s distinctive design features a long bow and high bulwarks sweeping through a clear sheer to a low and uncluttered cockpit aft. Her high tower offers outstanding views with a downward angle on the water for specialised fishing, aided by the onboard equipment geared towards hunting larger predatory fish. She features a versatile sky lounge where sportfishing can be observed during the day, and can be transformed into a dining and lounge area at night.&nbsp;

Royal Huisman unveils renderings for 52m yacht Project 406

Royal Huisman has unveiled new renderings for the 52-metre sportfishing superyacht, Project 406.

Royal Huisman unveils new renderings for 52m superyacht Project 406

The first 54-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> 54 Metri sold and is currently in-build. The sale was concluded in partnership with Alain Maaraoui, the founder and chairman of Riva's exclusive dealer in Kuwait, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4893" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Pros Yachts (Company)">Sea Pros Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260186/image/large-6c5cef4ace8cf3433efc3d6d7663d286.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260186">The 499 GT motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva&nbsp;</a>54 Metri features interior and exterior styling from the Bergamo-based designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/366" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Officina Italiana Design (Mauro Micheli) (Company)">Mauro Micheli of Officina Italiana Design</a>. The naval architecture of the all-aluminium superyacht was completed in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260185/image/large-ab35e3f9249baf15c3232825cb9db9a6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260185"></a>She is the largest <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> yacht ever built, offering 54-metres of elegance combined with sleek, sporty lines and generous spaces. Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> 54 Metri features a unique style that is the distinguishing feature of all <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> models, such as the typical counter-curvature of the windows and the use of chiaroscuro to create plays of light and texture.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260189/image/large-71c6686afce1b73416c34d82553beefa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260189">Outside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a>&nbsp;offers an abundance of outdoor spaces, covering almost 370-square-metres. She contains all the necessary amenities for longer cruises, featuring an impressive wellness area that contains a gym, a spa, and a stunning pool.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260187/image/large-868d2ae4accbc207a4324c3e0115a63b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260187">Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> 54 Metri is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, providing her with a top speed of 18 knots. She is currently under construction at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva Superyacht</a> DIvision in Ancona, with a delivery date of 2025.&nbsp;

54m Riva superyacht 54 Metri sold

The 54-metre Riva 54 Metri sold and is currently in-build. 

First 54m Riva superyacht 54  Metri sold

The 73-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> new-build superyacht GC-Force sold, with Michael Tabor and Brandon Kummer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6336" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kitson Yachts (Company)">Kitson Yachts</a> introducing the buyer. Delivery is expected in 2026. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259353/image/large-20ca75cc99b11dd4f9aa042e00d46e5c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259353">The superyacht GC-Force was created entirely in-house at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>’s Style Centre. She’ll be constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, and will be able to make the transatlantic crossing with the utmost comfort.&nbsp;“This important order finalised in the U.S. confirms the validity of our development path in the American market for large yachts, consolidating <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG's</a> position as a global player of reference in the megayacht segment,”Giovanni Costantino, founder &amp; CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a> commented. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> GC-Force&nbsp;represents a considerable milestone achieved thanks to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">Group's</a> signature professionalism and the high quality profile of our yachts, which are globally recognised.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259354/image/large-0653de23c220571d7fe70558f6cff711.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259354">With a six stateroom configuration, GC-Force&nbsp;can accommodate as many as 12 guests. She also has nine cabins for crew.&nbsp;“After extensive due diligence and working with several shipyards, Italian sea group emerged as a clear winner for our client, Michael Tabor and Brandon Kummer from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6336" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kitson Yachts (Company)">Kitson Yachts</a>, added. “They have surpassed our expectations.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259355/image/large-10b11f7a42b7f70a1ffcaa3635a96dc2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259355">

73m Admiral yacht GC-Force sold 

The 73m Admiral new-build superyacht GC-Force sold with delivery expected for 2026. 

73m Admiral superyacht GC-Force sold with 2026 delivery

The second <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> 60 Limited Editions superyacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Entourage60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2023">Entourage</a> – otherwise known as Project Witchcraft – has been delivered to her owners. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258989/image/large-aa3dbcdac6098b9839773df47bf8914a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258989">The 60-metre series of superyachts features an exterior design by Monaco-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a> and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>, while each unit has a unique interior design. The owners of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Entourage60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2023">Entourage</a> worked closely with Canada-based design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burdifilek (Company)">Burdifilek</a>, which developed a luxurious and serene interior.With 853 GT and six well-appointed staterooms, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Entourage60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2023">Entourage</a> can easily accommodate as many as 12 guests. She can host just as many crew, plus the Captain. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> describes the 60 Limited Editions series as “focused on offering the ultimate onboard experience”; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Entourage60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2023">Entourage</a> has plenty of alfresco space, and her owners benefit from private fold-out balconies in their suite. She also has space for a nine-metre tender on the foredeck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258990/image/large-0e8beacb4933f9b801cf97ea2c33785a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258990"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> acted as project manager throughout the build, and the team was heavily involved in the process, bringing a great number of custom touches requested from the owners. One key feature of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Entourage60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2023">Entourage</a> is her redesigned ‘signature windows’, which now allow more light into the superyacht.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Entourage60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2023">Entourage</a> will remain with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a>, as she’s already joined its charter fleet, ready to undertake a busy season.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258992/image/large-46e9f87b1017c17cb411821a0eb9dc8e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258992">“It's been great to see how all parties involved have pulled together and given so much effort during this busy project,” Arie Midavaine, Project Manager at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>, commented. “The result of their work speaks for itself; the yacht looks stunning. We hope that the owner will enjoy stepping on board for the first time this spring.”Sean Moran from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> added: “We at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> would like to take this opportunity to thank the owner for his trust in our team throughout the build process. We would also like to thank and congratulate the talented workers at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> and the owner’s team for this tremendous achievement – we look forward to many more successful projects with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> organisation in the future."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258991/image/large-f563a7202183355b74543df824604fa4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258991">

Amels delivers second Amels 60 Limited Editions Entourage 

The  second Amels 60 Limited Editions superyacht, Entourage has been delivered to her owners. 

Entourage: Second Amels 60 Limited Editions superyacht delivered

Italy-based yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri di Pisa (Company)">Cantieri di Pisa</a> has announced that the 25.49-metre 80 Veloce yacht is currently in-build with an expected delivery date of summer 2023. Construction began on the carbon-fibre infused motor yacht in January 2023, which was commissioned for an experienced owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258737/image/large-8913f6c24d1edd5383a600b3c775dbbb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258737">The 80 Veloce yacht was designed by automotive designer Etienne Salomè and features interior design and exterior details by Redaelli Associati. The yacht is also the first project to be built at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri di Pisa (Company)">Cantieri di Pisa</a> yard following its rebranding.&nbsp;Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52861" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri di Pisa finds new owners (2021-05-05 12:00:00 +0200)">Cantieri di Pisa finds new owners<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258740/image/large-65d15ddf0ab47fef6004d4934a4b0a8d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258740"></a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258742/image/large-5835426fa79f73e7f8ece2f5c6599223.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258742">The 80 Veloce will feature a large open cockpit that flows seamlessly into an interior lounge area, with details about her stateroom configuration and layout yet to be announced.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258741/image/large-1eb50f672cc4ab80b182cfd06334deaa.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258741">Some of the key features onboard the 80 Veloce yacht include an LED light that runs the full profile of the yacht from the bow to the superstructure. This distinguishing feature is also expected to be a future design signature for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri di Pisa (Company)">Cantieri di Pisa</a>'s yard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258739/image/large-c42bcd0ef2f8b827465997da4ca2b506.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258739">Recently <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri di Pisa (Company)">Cantieri di Pisa</a> has focused its research and development into weight reduction and its impact on performance and fuel efficiency. The brand has drawn influences from America's Cup sailing boats to create a high-performance motor yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258738/image/large-72d27a22a4c507d152fcab6398958f5e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258738">The 80 Veloce yacht is equipped with triple 2,000 horsepower v12 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines which will allow a range of 300 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 50 knots. She is also expected to have an impressive top speed of 60+ knots at half load.&nbsp;

First 25m Cantieri di Pisa 80 Veloce yacht in-build

Construction has begun on the first 25m Cantieri di Pisa 80 Veloce yacht with an expected delivery date of summer 2023.

Construction begins on first 25m Cantieri di Pisa 80 Veloce yacht 

The 2023 edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/164" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach International Boat Show - 2023">Palm Beach International Boat Show</a> is quickly approaching and with the show growing in size and presence over the last few years, the list of attending yachts has too. SYT takes a look at some of the yachts making their debut at this year’s show.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261618/image/large-310aa13a14fb03717d92147db6df666c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261618"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Calex67.0m (219'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2022">Calex</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>&nbsp;| 67-metres&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> announced last week that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Calex67.0m (219'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2022">Calex</a> will make her world debut at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/164" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach International Boat Show - 2023">Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023</a>. Delivered in Spring 2022, she features exterior design by <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>, while her interiors are by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>’s in-house studio. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Calex67.0m (219'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2022">Calex</a> offers accommodation for as many as 14 guests across seven well-appointed staterooms. She is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines and her engine room is “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>’s first on a full custom yacht this size to fully comply with TIER III regulations.”Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="67m Benetti superyacht Calex to make world debut at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023 (2023-03-14 17:30:00 +0100)">67m Benetti superyacht Calex to make world debut at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260219/image/large-2ba852a3ee460474d6217b9299d5d529.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260219"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Entourage60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2023">Entourage</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a>&nbsp;| 60-metres | 2023<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Entourage60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2023">Entourage</a>, also known as&nbsp;Witchcraft, was delivered in 2023 as part of the <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/amels" target="_blank">Amels</a> 60 Limited Editions series. The 60-metre superyacht features an exterior design by Monaco-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a> and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>, while each unit has a unique interior design. The owners of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Entourage60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2023">Entourage</a> worked closely with Canada-based design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burdifilek (Company)">Burdifilek</a>, which developed a luxurious and serene interior. With 853 GT and six spacious staterooms, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Entourage60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2023">Entourage</a> can easily accommodate as many as 12 guests. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="67m Benetti superyacht Calex to make world debut at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023 (2023-03-14 17:30:00 +0100)"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="67m Benetti superyacht Calex to make world debut at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023 (2023-03-14 17:30:00 +0100)"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262122/image/large-cf0d7d04a3d7e56de64acf9e65977ac8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262122"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9204" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Romeo Foxtrot35.57m (116'8&quot;)Hargrave Custom Yachts2022">Romeo Foxtrot</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1184" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hargrave Custom Yachts (Company)">Hargrave</a>&nbsp;| 35.57-metres&nbsp; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9204" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Romeo Foxtrot35.57m (116'8&quot;)Hargrave Custom Yachts2022">Romeo Foxtrot</a> was launched last year as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1184" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hargrave Custom Yachts (Company)">Hargrave</a> 116 series and will be making her public debut at the show. She features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1184" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hargrave Custom Yachts (Company)">Hargrave Custom Yachts</a> with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jack Sarin Naval Architects, Inc. (Company)">Jack Sarin Naval Architects</a>. Her interiors were penned by Yacht Interiors by Shelley and she can sleep up to 10 guests across a five stateroom configuration.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Onboard: 36m Hargrave motor yacht Romeo Foxtrot (2023-03-20 13:00:00 +0100)">Onboard: 36m Hargrave motor yacht Romeo Foxtrot</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="67m Benetti superyacht Calex to make world debut at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023 (2023-03-14 17:30:00 +0100)"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="67m Benetti superyacht Calex to make world debut at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023 (2023-03-14 17:30:00 +0100)"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262210/image/large-1e52d2ef6032f0c1b13ee110ea848248.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262210"></a>Numarine 26XP Fast | Numarine | 25.7-metres The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a> 26XP Fast is the planing hull version of the already popular <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a> 26 XP model and is considered by the shipyard to be the fastest explorer yacht. She is equipped with twin 1,800 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines which propel her to an impressive top speed of 31 knots. Much like her sistership, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a> 26XP Fast features exterior design from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Can Yalman (Company)">Can Yalman</a>, with a near-vertical bow and a 65 square-metre flybridge.<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/262199/image/large-501a3cdff79b9c206dbdfc3d3a9d5ead.png?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20230320%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20230320T162157Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=61ccd418c1a33054f83772a6796219e2d26f374e6133642b85f0c272d1a9a2ce" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262199">wallypower58X |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a>&nbsp;| 17.3-metresThe wallypower58X is the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a> yacht to be fitted with the new 600hp <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5750" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mercury Marine (Company)">Mercury</a> V12 Verado quadruple engine configuration. With 2,400 horsepower on the transom, the stable and efficient deep V-hull can reach an exhilarating 50 knots. The wallypower58X yacht is able to carry up to 16 guests onboard and has a range of 290 nautical miles.<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/262201/image/large-6833dd060faeacd24b8ba0c050ba57e2.png?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20230320%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20230320T162157Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=23a0c16daa239fe44b619dc293edfbea55c316e85315e9acb2c3bbdbd0ced3d9" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262201">Sirena 48 |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena Yachts (Company)">Sirena Yachts</a>&nbsp;| 15.96-metres&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5271" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena Marine (Company)">Sirena</a> 48 is the smallest model to date from the shipyard and features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5271" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena Marine (Company)">Sirena Marine</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">German Frers</a>. She is able to accommodate up to six guests across three staterooms as well as an optional crew member of one. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5271" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena Marine (Company)">Sirena</a> 48 is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cummins Inc. (Company)">Cummins</a> engines that provide her with a top speed of 26 knots and a cruising speed of 23.5 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260286/image/large-35f42735a2c7505068a5370ac24112be.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260286">Zeelander 5 |<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">&nbsp;Zeelander Yachts&nbsp;</a>| 14.72-metres&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 5 is an evolution of the award-winning Z44 and features a timeless design, curved aesthetic and silent cruising experience. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 5 is produced in limited quantities at the Netherlands-based facility, and is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> IPS 500 engines.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57054" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander 5 to preview at Palm Beach Boat International Show 2023 (2023-03-02 12:15:00 +0100)">Zeelander 5 to preview at Palm Beach Boat International Show 2023</a>You can find SYT’s full list of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57085" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The largest yachts attending Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023 (2023-03-06 16:45:00 +0100)">largest yachts attending Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023 here</a>.

Yacht debuts at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023

SYT takes a look at some of the yachts making their debut at this year’s Palm Beach International Boat Show.

The 36.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2360" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean King (Company)">Ocean King</a> Ducale 120 superyacht is preparing for launch at the Chioggia shipyard in Venice, Italy. The displacement yacht is the first in the Ducale 120 series and is expected to be delivered to her new owners later this year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262253/image/large-1c68a0a57f95ca53763d3ccb2308f077.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262253"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262252/image/large-c6759871ef93e3effd9571e18083a0b2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262252">The Ducale 120 features interior and exterior design by Italy-based design house <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD Studio</a>, with naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="InNave (Company)">InNave</a>. The yacht features a steel and aluminium superstructure with an interior volume of 334 GT.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262250/image/large-653ec37a46025b7163b69f1890f5d221.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262250"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262249/image/large-8baaf558f1906cb3f8fda514fa82d26c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262249">The interior of the Ducale 120 yacht is characterised by modern and elegant lines, exhibiting a harmonious balance between interior and exterior spaces. Her guests will be able to enjoy expanses of light thanks to the vast side windows that can be opened to full height on the side walkways.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56117" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="36m Ocean King Ducale 120 undergoes technical launch in Italy (2022-11-10 16:45:00 +0100)">36m Ocean King Ducale 120 undergoes technical launch in Italy<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262248/image/large-49a3276d7925e5858b705323790640c2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262248"></a>In terms of accommodation, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2360" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean King (Company)">Ocean King</a> yacht has a five stateroom layout for up to 12 guests, as well as being able to host a crew of seven between four cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262246/image/large-7427115ff2a3491a037b6eebdfdc6f92.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262246">Some of her key features include two swimming pools with a seawater swimming pool built between the wide and deep stern beach club and the main deck. The second swimming pool is heated and located on the sun deck, surrounded by large sun beds and a bar.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262251/image/large-d10167350a6dfb4e7c9631001aa04d5a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262251"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262245/image/large-fb5c3f51ae2f4dde047a038f63d0adf0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262245">The team is now waiting for high tide tomorrow morning, when she will be loaded onto a floating pontoon so that he propellors can be fitted. She is expected to be in the water in the coming days and for sea trials to begin towards the end of the week. Performance-wise, the Ducale 120 is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines that allow her to reach a top speed of 14 knots, with a cruising speed of 12 knots.&nbsp;

Ocean King’s 37m Ducale 120 yacht launched

Ocean King has announced the launch of the 37m Ocean King Ducale 120 motor yacht in Italy.

First 37m Ocean King Ducale 120 superyacht prepares for launch

Vilanova i La Geltrú has been announced as the host venue for the first Preliminary Regatta of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="America's Cup 2024 - 37th America's Cup Barcelona">America’s Cup</a>. The first-ever Preliminary Regatta will take place from 14 until 17 September 2023.Vilanova i La Geltrú is a small city 45 kilometres southwest along the coast from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="America's Cup 2024 - 37th America's Cup Barcelona">America’s Cup</a> 37th edition host venue Barcelona. Racing will take place outside the port entrance, affording excellent viewing opportunities for spectators.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262196/image/large-33448642745d58b02640549e1330693d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262196">“The Port of Vilanova i la Geltrú is perfectly set up to host the first Preliminary Event of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="America's Cup 2024 - 37th America's Cup Barcelona">AC37</a> with everything in such close proximity to the race course,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="America's Cup 2024 - 37th America's Cup Barcelona">America’s Cup</a> Event CEO Grant Dalton. “Racing will be just metres from the port entrance and prime viewing places will be offered from the La Daurada alongside huge public areas for a great fan village.” The regatta will also be broadcast through a dedicated <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="America's Cup 2024 - 37th America's Cup Barcelona">America’s Cup</a> television production.“The magnificent facilities of Pendennis Vilanova and Vilanova Grand Marina will serve as the technical area which will host the team bases and their AC40’s and, of course, we will be proud to align with the Club Nàutic Vilanova as the local yacht club for the event,” added Grant Dalton.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/190141/image/large-6046e01182749f07cc54236cc31928fe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/190141">The regatta will be sailed in the fleet of AC40’s in strict One Design class measurement as will be used for the Youth and Women’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="America's Cup 2024 - 37th America's Cup Barcelona">America’s Cups</a>. This ensures the boats are equally matched and the winner will be decided based on sailing technique and foiling race-craft. The regatta gives a first glimpse of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="America's Cup 2024 - 37th America's Cup Barcelona">America’s Cup</a> elite teams in action.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262244/image/large-b92e95b659650492c92f50bea76e980d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262244">Albert Castellanos, Secretary for Business and Competitiveness of the Department of Business and Employment of the Generalitat de Catalunya added, "The confirmation of Vilanova i la Geltrú as the venue for the first Preliminary Regatta of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="America's Cup 2024 - 37th America's Cup Barcelona">37th America's Cup-Barcelona 2024</a> is great news that confirms the commitment of the organisation to bring the sport of sailing to the whole territory, projecting our image to hundreds of millions of people around the world.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262243/image/large-84ded0f239c908bbd09494895bf9c5a7.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262243">The Club Nàutic Vilanova, a large sailing club based in the region, is lending its support to the regatta with its world-class facilities and infrastructure.In addition, the La Daurada restaurant and event venue, La Daurada, will become the social focal point of the regatta. The 10,000 square metre venue overlooks the regatta course, making it an ideal space to host the press centre and hospitality facilities. Mayor of Vilanova, Olga Arnau, said, “I am sure that our town will be a fantastic venue for the competition in the eyes of the world.”

Vilanova i La Geltrú to host AC37 preliminary regatta

Vilanova i La Geltrúhas been announced as the host venue for the preliminary regatta of the America’s Cup in September 2023.

Vilanova i La Geltrú to host Preliminary Regatta of the 37th America’s Cup

The yacht tender builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> is known for its sophisticated level of construction and engineering when it comes to fibreglass and carbonfibre vessels. The Australia-based shipyard builds to a vast array of requirements, while ensuring that each tender meets its high quality and integrity standards– and the 8.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> SP Limousine is no exception.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194897/image/large-c15d1dc96cc0b109711ae0053b191d81.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194897">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> SP Limousine is a customisable tender that is able to mirror elements and details of her mothership. The sleek enclosed tender allows owners to adapt her proven design to create a cohesive fleet, while retaining <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a>’s immaculate finish.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194836/image/large-93114644962e04f827a32e7ac682208c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194836">The 8.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> SP Limousine is of unique distinction, packed with features that make her stand out from other competitors. Her stylish exterior includes side decks that run the full length of the cabin, making access from helm aft on both sides functional, and safe for crew and guests alike.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194905/image/large-78ad2d761e88bc16d90a5af3f5af1343.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194905">The quality and construction of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> tenders is second to none, with features specific to both the owners requests and imagination. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> SP Limousine introduces guests to safe and relaxing yachting with an impressive interior design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194903/image/large-9530354a0398235c15d08f368c7c1c39.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194903"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194901/image/large-934b9cfa0c098ab5f950f900dcf0d8e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194901">The 8.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> SP Limousine tender welcomes guests onboard from her boarding foyer and accommodates them with excellent headroom. Her 2.49-metre beam complements her comfortable seating to allow for a safe and reliable journey.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194834/image/large-d19db97e595c8f3a6eca26d852321121.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194834">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> SP Limousine is able to carry up to 12 guests, alongside a crew of two to ensure that guests always receive the highest quality of service to match her impressive performance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194832/image/large-71a0abbf17b69f7842bff204a0fabd93.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194832">Guests onboard the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> SP Limousine are also able to take advantage of her large windows and spacious air-conditioned interior, as well as her height-adjustable roof. The adaptable roof is electrically operated and auto lockable at any height, and allows the owner to control the airflow through the cabin when moving or stationary.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194906/image/large-07090327e83dfe557ca9f5cd473ab1cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194906">The uber-sleek and sophisticated design of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> SP Limousine tender allows for easy storage when not in use. At just 1.86-metres in height, she is able to fit into a very low transom garage, making her a versatile tender.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194895/image/large-b86a2f0d91e499c0ee22d5083e8a88d3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194895">Performance-wise, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> SP Limousine is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo (Company)">Volvo</a> D3, 200 horsepower engines as standard. With an eye-watering top speed of 38 knots, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> SP Limousine includes steering and throttle by wire, a single throttle control and joystick docking.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194881/image/large-906c02ada528698d204bb8dc1f23e22c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194881">In terms of propulsion, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vikal International (Company)">Vikal</a> SP Limousine tender is fitted with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo (Company)">Volvo</a> DPS Duoprop drives with twin horsepower bow thrusters to ensure that guests always arrive at their destination efficiently and in style.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194835/image/large-2a042d68bcf97d71bab68228413bd689.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194835">

Introducing the Vikal SP 8.1m Limousine tender

Introducing the Vikal SP 8.1m Limousine tender, packed with features that make her stand out from other competitors.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2169" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Messerschmitt Yachts GmbH (Company)">Messerschmitt Yacht Design</a> have unveiled the renderings for a new 78.8-metre superyacht concept, MTT-Shield. The concept was created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> in collaboration with Swiss design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2169" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Messerschmitt Yachts GmbH (Company)">Messerschmitt Yachts</a>. She was designed for long-range journeys across all oceans, described as an oceangoing ‘long bonnet racing car’. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262194/image/large-044eb13941c2061b56e7fba0bd70b4b7.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262194">MTT-Shield offers three different entry points. Guests can board at the stern thanks to a large twin platform and twin staircases ascending to the main deck aft. Alternatively, guests can also enter via the hydraulic foldable gangway on the starboard side. The third major access point is the large helipad, featuring broad staircases on both sides that lead to a hidden relaxation area in front of the wheel house. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262188/image/large-f2174d1c3483f189dbb013534f807611.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262188">Inside, MTT-Shield provides a sumptuous interior and several lounges to ensure a comfortable stay onboard. Surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows, passengers are spoiled with splendid panoramic views of the ocean. The main saloon features large sliding doors on either side to fill the space with fresh air. The central elevator connects each of the four levels, allowing for easy access throughout the yacht. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262192/image/large-ec2f821ea18661565946ce9498f9b4ea.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262192">Her six-stateroom configuration includes a full-beam owner’s suite on the main deck, with the remaining guest staterooms situated on the lower deck. The spacious owner’s suite benefits from a private office, dressing room, and a balcony, creating a private hideaway onboard. She is able to accommodate up to 18 crew to ensure her guests have a comfortable cruising experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262191/image/large-881ffdb9a6ba1f510577553646482102.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262191">MTT-Shield’s exterior boasts numerous luxurious amenities, perfect for lengthier cruises. On her lower deck, guests can wind-down in the fully-equipped spa, which contains a plunge pool, hammam, and a sauna. Her generously-sized tender garage is able to store a plethora of toys, so guests can turn the ocean into their own personal playground.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262190/image/large-d031fb666e06d2a390673752cd5c5aba.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262190">Up on the main deck lies more lounging areas, including a large Jacuzzi, and an alfresco dining area for 12, shaded to block any uncomfortable sunlight while dining. A bar, ideal for evening cocktails, is located next to the dining area. Her sundeck features a fitness area, another Jacuzzi, and more seating options, so guests can sit back and relax after a satisfying training session.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262195/image/large-2b7cfd9f4716a88dd5cff69aa84d8db5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262195">Performance-wise, the motor yacht is able to reach a top speed of 17 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots.

Nobiskrug unveils new 79m superyacht concept MTT-Shield

Nobiskrug and Messerschmitt Yacht Design have unveiled the renderings for a new 78.8-metre superyacht concept, MTT-Shield.

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MTT-Shield: Nobiskrug and Messerschmitt Yacht Design unveil new 79m superyacht concept

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> has acquired a 70,000 square-metre located production site in Ravenna, Italy, which was financed entirely with equity raised by the company’s listing on the Hong Kong stock exchange.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> is a world leader in the design, construction, and sales of luxury yachts. Led by Chief Executive Officer Alberto Galassi, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> owns and manages seven shipyards across Italy and has recently announced the acquisition of a new production facility in San Vitale, province of Ravenna.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/205162/image/large-55c378269a7c50145cf5561442898726.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/205162">“Ravenna is the right home for Wally sailing yachts and the expansion of our other brands, starting with the extraordinary <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a> Yachts<a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/12694" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti InFYnito 9026.97m (88'6&quot;)">&nbsp;INFYNITO&nbsp;</a>range. We choose Italy again and invest not only to become stronger but also to hold the flag high for an industry that is a symbol of our country: luxury yachting and the extensive entrepreneurship and artisan craftsmanship network that is the admiration and envy of the entire world,” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> CEO, &nbsp;Alberto Galassi. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220951/image/large-395cb676eccc2227c5cd58d5e78808e0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220951"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">The Ferretti Group</a> will invest a total cost of 80 million euros towards the 70,000 square-metre site, including a dry dock. The initial acquisition investment cost the Italian company around 40 million euros, while over the next three years, a further 40 million euros will be needed to craft new production spaces and an R&amp;D centre.&nbsp;This acquisition underpins the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group’s</a> ambitions and growth strategy, with this recent facility looking to enable them to increase their production by 20%. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group&nbsp;</a>CEO Alberto Galassi explains how this “acquisition keeps a promise” as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> “have big plans and picture a state-of-the-art production site from every point of view: worker well-being, positive social impact, and environmental protection.” The new space is conveniently close to their Forlì headquarters and Cattolica shipyard. Other investments from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> have included expansions across the La Spezia and Ancona Superyacht Yard, which aligns with the Italian company’s five-year growth strategy.

Ferretti Group expands and acquires a Ravenna site

Ferretti Group acquires a production site in Ravenna, forming part of their five-year growth strategy.



Ferretti Group acquires 70,000 square-metre production site in Ravenna, Italy

Unique superyacht beach clubs

SuperYacht Times has rounded up some of the best Superyacht beach clubs featuring wellness spas, swimming pools, cocktail bars, and much more. 

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A closer look at 5 unique superyacht beach clubs

The 26.42-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marlow Yachts (Company)">Marlow</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12339" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Never My Love26.42m (86'8&quot;)Marlow Yachts2016">Never My Love</a> was sold in an in-house deal by Brandon Barnes from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a>, who represented both the buyer and the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254430/image/large-a0023b2be0985dcb1a2d8b5155130bb1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254430"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12339" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Never My Love26.42m (86'8&quot;)Marlow Yachts2016">Never My Love</a> was delivered in 2016 from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marlow Yachts (Company)">Marlow’s</a> shipyard in China. She was fully designed by her builder, who provided her with the finest equipment and the newest generation of technology. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254437/image/large-04598ded75d11d7f95f1da2542fa1b39.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254437"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12339" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Never My Love26.42m (86'8&quot;)Marlow Yachts2016">Never My Love</a> features a functional layout with a spacious and modern interior. Her main saloon is surrounded by windows and contains a white L-shaped sofa accompanied by armchairs, a wide-screen television, and a bar forward. She can accommodate up to eight guests across four sumptuous staterooms, including a full-beam master suite with plenty of storage space. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254428/image/large-dd644a92e665bfe35bffc068bcc687b2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254428"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254427/image/large-20f7b4c9f320669aa0e95fd6bcd351b6.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254427">Her exterior decks offer numerous seating options, including a wet bar equipped with a grill area and fridge, sunbeds, and an alfresco dining table.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254423/image/large-56b84ad6e71c941b2c8cb4815bd47601.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254423">Performance-wise, the 131 GT motor yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, allowing her to reach a top speed of 29 knots and a cruising speed of 24 knots. At the time of her sale, she had a last-known asking price of $3,695,000.

26m Marlow motor yacht Never My Love sold

The 26.42-metre Marlow motor yacht Never My Love sold with a last-known asking price of $3,695,000.

Yachting Dinner Night, the culinary event dedicated to the leading players of the contemporary superyacht scene, arrived for the second time in Pietrasanta, Viareggio, Italy. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261856/image/large-eec070df5f80b9517b72715376fdaa6f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261856">The previous two editions in Pietrasanta and Amsterdam were a great success and inspired curators <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7067" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Towant (Company)">TOWANT</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7068" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ceragioli-Storåkers Associates (Company)">Ceragioli-Storåkers Associates</a> to replicate the event once again. The dinner was held on 14 March.Five shipyards competed against one another to present the best dish to an audience of nautical-architectural practices, international design brands and the press. As “chefs”, the shipyards are the protagonists of Yachting Dinner Night, with each proposing a dish that tells something about its history, philosophy or projects. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261852/image/large-d7a00d30a1e0cc0e4594379d2d9efc9b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261852"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/86" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amico & Co. s.r.l. (Company)">Amico &amp; Co</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>, Amer Yachts, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> took to the kitchen for the first Yachting Dinner Night of 2023. But before guests were invited to sit down and enjoy the curated dishes, a presentation of both Yachting Dinner Night and its protagonists was held nearby at Barbara Paci Art Gallery, a contemporary gallery in Pietrasanta historical centre. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261858/image/large-84d8562ed31eb60691909eb4135aada9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261858"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261860/image/large-ba54d365d65d7465b248ce2cd191c475.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261860"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261862/image/large-f038aec91cc2bd29865690bbf6c60a60.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261862">The dinner itself was hosted at the vibrant kitchen that conjoins the gallery, Ristorante Filippo. The shipyards arranged a five courses menu of creative dishes: Sinergia, a typical capponada from Liguria; OSS-Paragus Bake, a silver-plated fish &amp; asparagus that pays tribute to Heesen’s Dutch origins; The Blooming Effect, a green risotto with flowers from Sanremoen tradition; Muscoli a km 0, mussels from La Spezia, Italy; and The Origin of Beauty, a special dessert to celebrate Benetti’s 150th birthday.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261863/image/large-85f4db16e99c3b81f62cbe1f2175dfe9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261863"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261853/image/large-010395619f68ac51dc8ee1ff8dd596b4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261853"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261855/image/large-af00dac7a67359fda6ad2c1efe1cc516.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261855">Cesana, Dornbracht, Flos, Model Maker Group and Videoworks, as well as representatives from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2589" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss) (Company)">SYBAss</a> and 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>, formed the jury. While the media, including a representative of SuperYacht Times, had a separate vote for the press award. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261857/image/large-e93a29bcd270f8332c10e6858b5daa66.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261857">The votes were cast and, while all shipyards were awarded merit and praise for their participation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> was the unanimous winner, claiming both the Yachting Dinner Night Award and the Press Award.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A recap of the Amsterdam Yachting Dinner Night (2022-11-28 11:00:00 +0100)">A recap of the Amsterdam Yachting Dinner Night</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261859/image/large-adf7ce7d3cb26ba833f12d9d578956d1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261859">Yachting Dinner Night once again proved to be a great success, promising to become a staple event that moves from location to location. Organisers <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7067" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Towant (Company)">TOWANT</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7068" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ceragioli-Storåkers Associates (Company)">Ceragioli-Storåkers</a> are already planning the next dinner, which will be held in the Principality of Monaco. This convivial event, aimed at engaging guests, has aroused a lot of interest in building and nurturing networks in the world of yachting.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261861/image/large-f9ff5e3309acce59c6501543a20bce15.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261861">

Yachting Dinner Night in Pietrasanta before YARE 

Yachting Dinner Night had a successful third event, held in Pietrasanta Italy. Benetti was named winner with its desert Origin of Beauty. 

A third success for Yachting Dinner Night in Pietrasanta

After a three day battle is customary high winds and bright sunshine, the 33.24-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Denship A/S (Company)">Royal Denship</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/72" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nakupenda33.24m (109'1&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2005">Nakupenda</a> won the St Barths Bucket 2023 over this weekend. 25 yachts competed between the five racing classes that took part in this year's event; Les Gazelles, Les Elegantes, Les Mademoiselles, L'Esprit 1 and L'Esprit 2 (the Corinthian Spirit Class). <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/66" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Red Dragon51.7m (169'7&quot;)Alloy Yachts2008">Red Dragon</a>, the 51.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/60" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alloy Yachts (Company)">Alloy Yachts</a>, a regular on the race circuit, took home the prize for best owner driven performance, while her sistership the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/60" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alloy Yachts (Company)">Alloy Yachts</a> 51.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1226" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prana51.7m (169'7&quot;)Alloy Yachts2006">Prana</a>, was awarded best starter.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262098/image/large-a9663124253318752df558799d73ca73.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262098"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262018/image/large-d987aa7f202ad57c9f622d7c1de9f44b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262018"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262068/image/large-da7bd64052ae4e40c41a7d94b6f1afe1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262068">Race Day 1The first day of the regatta saw the fleet sail counterclockwise in an 28-25 knot northerly, with the conditions forcing three yachts to withdraw from the 20-26 nautical mile course.&nbsp;“After our light-air training this week, today was a wake-up call, but expected,” said Tom Whidden, helmsman for the smallest yacht in the fleet, the 28 metre ketch <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bequia27.61m (90'7&quot;)Brooklin Boat Yard 2009">Bequia</a>, which won Les Mademoiselles. “It was really rough in the corner on the other side of the island, on the way to the rock (a natural mark of the course named Ile Fourchue), but we were happy with the crew work and the boat management.” Whidden has won the Bucket before on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bequia27.61m (90'7&quot;)Brooklin Boat Yard 2009">Bequia</a>&nbsp;and twice more on different entries (including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2250" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kawil34.14m (112'0&quot;)Derecktor Shipyards2000">Kawil</a>, last year). He added with a chuckle, “You see, the captains of these boats tell you they will kill you if you break anything, so you have to be careful with your resources.” &nbsp;(<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2250" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kawil34.14m (112'0&quot;)Derecktor Shipyards2000">Kawil</a>, sailing this year against Whidden’s team, retired due to a headstay furler that broke near Ile Fourche.)<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262024/image/large-7b2364e42cda9f5e3493ba2c97459efa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262024"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262022/image/large-55d4467729a449d63a85cf4909f28a41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262022">Peter King, navigator aboard the 52 metre sloop <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/66" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Red Dragon51.7m (169'7&quot;)Alloy Yachts2008">Red Dragon</a>, which won L’Esprit 1, said his team “didn’t have the best start but made up for it later and didn’t break anything.” This is King’s fifth time competing in the Bucket and first time sailing in the “Corinthian Spirit” class. More important, it is the first time <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/66" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Red Dragon51.7m (169'7&quot;)Alloy Yachts2008">Red Dragon</a> has ever raced period, so the yacht’s owner is delighted. “The owner loves to drive, so he drove the whole time and did a great job,” said King.The 44-metre schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5645" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Columbia43.03m (141'2&quot;)Eastern Shipbuilding Group2014">Columbia</a>, one of the most elegant yachts in the L'Esprit 2 fleet, recorded a 43.5 degree of heel on its winning sprint. “We were taking a lot of water over the deck but we were under control,” said guest crew Jakob Havrlant, who counts this as his first Bucket but says it won’t be his last. “Some of the sloops were catching us upwind, but we were a reaching machine on the other legs. It was a perfect race for us.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262032/image/large-3b5b9f18e2aeb1b28744676f0fdc61b6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262032"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262031/image/large-0ec3a3f6dab99fc18126e6e86b5123fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262031">Race Day 2The second day saw yet another high wind event with 25-27 knots over the 23-26 nautical mile course. “It was a lot of wave action and wind, with gust of 25-27 knots,” said Steve Rowland, the owner/driver of the 34 metre sloop <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/72" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nakupenda33.24m (109'1&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2005">Nakupenda</a>, which now leads Les Mademoiselles after suffering a steering problem and finishing fourth yesterday. “It made for a lot of hard work, but we won, so I guess that was a good thing!” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262028/image/large-63d1c5872098bfe93ae5d3dd11b57f38.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262028"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262030/image/large-4420de271e2f182aa983a156bd435a38.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262030">The yacht was the fourth to cross the start line, but was the first to cross the finish line, despite an issue with her spinnaker during the opening leg. She managed to peg <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5645" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Columbia43.03m (141'2&quot;)Eastern Shipbuilding Group2014">Columbia</a> to cross the line first, followed closely by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bequia27.61m (90'7&quot;)Brooklin Boat Yard 2009">Bequia</a> and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> sloop <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5558" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Action37.3m (122'5&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2015">Action</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262103/image/large-eb6046c44b2cb0daea1b7999db055ee6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262103"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262104/image/large-2e8fe29f68d01d3f44b25d15f34e30d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262104">In Les Gazelles class the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WinWin33.04m (108'5&quot;)Baltic Yachts2014">WinWin</a> took the top spot, overtaking the Day 1 winner, another <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1163" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Visione44.84m (147'1&quot;)Baltic Yachts2002">Visione</a>. “Yesterday we got stuck behind some other boats and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1163" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Visione44.84m (147'1&quot;)Baltic Yachts2002">Visione</a>, faster on the reaches, beat us right at the end,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WinWin33.04m (108'5&quot;)Baltic Yachts2014">WinWin</a>’s Captain Will Glenn, explaining that today, with longer downwind legs than yesterday, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WinWin33.04m (108'5&quot;)Baltic Yachts2014">WinWin</a> had an advantage. “It is what <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WinWin33.04m (108'5&quot;)Baltic Yachts2014">WinWin</a>&nbsp;is designed for, and tomorrow’s course has lots of downwind in it, too, so we are confident we can win.”In the L’Esprit 2 Columbia once again took the top spot, with the 52-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/401" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Q52.0m (170'7&quot;)Alloy Yachts2008">Q</a> close behind her and 56.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1936" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Melek56.01m (183'9&quot;)Perini Navi2010">Melek</a> taking the third position.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262038/image/large-cc10bb13691545eabe92a582675dd8ee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262038"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262057/image/large-864b8c3fbf9a53d71b6cfac7007f653a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262057">Race Day 3The wind on this last day of the three-day series toned down ever so slightly to 18-24 knots, giving sailors somewhat of a reprieve from the 20-26 knots that prevailed on Friday and Saturday. In all classes, the leaders of Day 2 held their own to clinch overall victory on the final race day.“The wind and sea state was definitely at the upper end for some boats, and certainly for the Race Committee making decisions,” said Race Chairman Peter Craig. “Typically, we sail around the island on Sunday, but we made a decision to keep the boats in the lee of St. Barths for the larger part of today’s race with a course option that was newly added to the Bucket this year.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262059/image/large-752263cd59cbb776f083830aeaf328c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262059"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262060/image/large-e591bf54e38666089bf3a4465ed2aa27.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262060"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/72" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nakupenda33.24m (109'1&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2005">Nakupenda</a> won the six-boat Mademoiselles to take overall victory in that class with a 4-1-1 score line. “I’m over the top about it,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/72" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nakupenda33.24m (109'1&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2005">Nakupenda</a>’s owner/driver Steve Rowland, explaining that this is his fourth Bucket with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/72" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nakupenda33.24m (109'1&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2005">Nakupenda</a> and his first class win, not to mention overall victory, which is decided by a number of factors including performance and time differentials. “We were in a three-way tie going into today with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bequia27.61m (90'7&quot;)Brooklin Boat Yard 2009">Bequia</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5558" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Action37.3m (122'5&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2015">Action</a>, so we knew we had to beat both of them. I tried not to think of anything but getting to the finish line once we had passed Bequia (the 28 metre ketch that started ahead) in the final miles of the race and had <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5558" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Action37.3m (122'5&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2015">Action</a> (the 37 metre sloop that started behind) gaining on us from behind.” (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bequia27.61m (90'7&quot;)Brooklin Boat Yard 2009">Bequia</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5558" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Action37.3m (122'5&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2015">Action</a> finished second and third, respectively, in overall results.)<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262087/image/large-eefdccb01be2ca2a8ff27ac454f9585f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262087">In the L’Esprit 2 Corinthia Spirit Class Columbia held her own and was the only class winner to also win every one of her races. The 49.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/925" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Almyra II49.8m (163'5&quot;)Perini Navi2000">Almyra II</a> was her closest competitor, taking the second position. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262015/image/large-673bdaf099414fbd8852e797abee99af.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262015">“In both the first and second races, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/925" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Almyra II49.8m (163'5&quot;)Perini Navi2000">Almyra II</a> was ahead of us,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5645" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Columbia43.03m (141'2&quot;)Eastern Shipbuilding Group2014">Columbia</a>’s tactician Tony Rey, “and I have to give credit to our crew members who handled the spinnaker, because we were able to pass them back both times on downwind legs.” On day one, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5645" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Columbia43.03m (141'2&quot;)Eastern Shipbuilding Group2014">Columbia</a> started first and finished first, putting others on alert that this was not just a modern-built recreation of a 1924 fishing schooner that would be slogging around the course. “The boat’s like one of those old flexible flyer sleds you might have had when you were a kid; everything moves and bends but it keeps moving ahead,” said Rey. “We had a mix of traditional schooner sailors and grand prix sailors working together. Our navigator Nacho Postigo helped bring some digital know-how to an analog boat and tracked our progress over the last three days; it was nice to see how we improved as a team.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262092/image/large-9842c9b7f11fc4741ac716d38bb4b863.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262092"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262094/image/large-8f33ee74c55528b13ccf3ce367b5faa7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262094">

St Barths Bucket 2023 results

The St Barths Bucket 2023 came to a close over the weekend with Nakupenda taking the top spot.

St Barths Bucket 2023: Nakupenda winner, with Red Dragon and Prana awarded special prizes 

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