The 27.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1302" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kuipers Woudsend (Company)">Kuipers</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Poke27.5m (90'3&quot;)Kuipers Woudsend2000">Slow Poke</a> completed an extensive $8 million refit at Safe Harbor <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2067" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lauderdale Marine Center (Company)">Lauderdale Marine Center</a> in 2024, which involved stripping the vessel back in full and embellishing her with a retro-style interior design. The refit saw ongoing involvement from both&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1302" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kuipers Woudsend (Company)">Kuipers</a>' Doggersbank. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358153/image/large-3783c28bf219d3eca18b36bab25ace68.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358153"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/88957/image/large-22b001394737509203fed606f89fb829.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/88957">Previously named Coy Koi, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Poke27.5m (90'3&quot;)Kuipers Woudsend2000">Slow Poke</a> was originally delivered in 2008, and can host as many as six guests across three ensuite staterooms. Her refit aimed to maintain the spirit of her original design, with her American owner, who is a yachtsman and pilot, engaging with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> to discuss new naval architecture requirements that would enhance her speed and efficiency.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358155/image/large-e00ac1324dcb61c331b982c128b573ea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358155">“One thing that I immediately wanted to do was increase hull speed. In addition, from my experience of boats, I find I spend the most time on the swim platform, so that area was important to me in terms of renovation,” the owner commented.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358152/image/large-99b0cd203817c2da36db479087015e32.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358152">During the refit, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Poke27.5m (90'3&quot;)Kuipers Woudsend2000">Slow Poke</a> underwent a 2.5-metre extension to her hull, and now houses an enlarged swim platform with hydraulic swim steps and an elevated stern. The upgrade also involved implementing a CFD optimised bulbous bow, which has now provided an extra 2 knots of speed and 10 percent less fuel burn. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Poke27.5m (90'3&quot;)Kuipers Woudsend2000">Slow Poke</a> now has a platform that allows us to engage with the water easily and freely while we explore,” the owner continued. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358151/image/large-95581701187ec76eef4f53e24514e83f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358151"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Poke27.5m (90'3&quot;)Kuipers Woudsend2000">Slow Poke</a>’s original design exhibited a split-level flybridge with seating, a bar, dining arrangement, along with a spacious aft deck. Now that her swim platform has been extended, guests are invited to immerse themselves in the maritime environment, and facilitate landing from the tender or swimming. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358150/image/large-7ce46d87d3c80e992ffa3afc62924869.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358150">Following her refit, the vessel offers more exterior deck space for relaxation and sunbathing, as well as a new outdoor heated shower. She also boasts improved crew service and function when preparing watersports and toys for guests to use.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358148/image/large-2269ecdddadd81658da3a4d189664707.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358148">One challenge the team encountered during <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Poke27.5m (90'3&quot;)Kuipers Woudsend2000">Slow Poke</a>’s refit was the introduction of her new bulbous bow, which reduces resistance along the waterline, as it incorporates underwater lighting and a glass window with cameras paying tribute to Jack Cousteau. These elements mean guests are able to admire marine life from screens found in the staterooms and the bridge. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358147/image/large-bce47c1b2f88551b4d4a1ba7ace0298c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358147">Additionally, the refit saw <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Poke27.5m (90'3&quot;)Kuipers Woudsend2000">Slow Poke</a>’s exterior decks, lighting and woodwork get refurbished. Thanks to a new exterior paint job, the yacht now sports a hull painted in black with a distinctive British racing green stripe, whereas her sun awning is decked out in a custom artwork by artist and friend Paul Kremer. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358247/image/large-a2d443bf02fcf985b2a5eb8701845a02.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358247">“I find his paintings to be very calming and have one of his paintings in every space that I inhabit,” explained the owner. Artworks by Houston-based artists such Julian Schnabel and Howard Hughes also adorn <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Poke27.5m (90'3&quot;)Kuipers Woudsend2000">Slow Poke</a>’s indoor living areas. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358145/image/large-b4862904320a325bedbc913ee2b4b286.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358145"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358248/image/large-d01904108ebe4bcde97d44f2c0e87174.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358248">Although the explorer yacht’s original <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>-design interiors remain largely unchanged, including the layout, walls, floors and technical integration, New York-based designer Redd Kaihoi has reimagined the spaces with a high-gloss retro aesthetic.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358246/image/large-09b953b4c8b2b9534b2974ec5cec14cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358246"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358144/image/large-cbe2c20ff2fdf16aa236468f8c244e40.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358144">This decor consists of vibrant blue and green shades, as well as black in the main saloon, juxtaposed with the original cherry wood panelling, mouldings and trims. A highlight of the interiors can be found in the master suite, where the colour has been matched to the owner’s 1952 Porsche 356A bumper.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358245/image/large-9dc93b9773dd2bc50e8aab7e9cb3cdcd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358245"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358146/image/large-e8607553f6e9661dd2fe8f8976be089c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358146">Since the yacht’s delivery, her owner has been cruising through the West Coast, from Mexico to the Pacific Northwest. “The goal was to have everything you get in a 50-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, even down to the yacht’s original three-inch handrails. It's important to be able to feel the ocean when aboard yet be safe in the knowledge that the boat’s durable enough to be seaworthy,” he stated. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358154/image/large-a62863d1726f6aa72d74f2d6b2df53e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358154">“For me, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Poke27.5m (90'3&quot;)Kuipers Woudsend2000">Slow Poke</a> is the perfect three night boat. It provides the type of tranquillity that you can’t get with a bigger boat. Even when I’m an hour from my house, I choose to stay aboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Poke27.5m (90'3&quot;)Kuipers Woudsend2000">Slow Poke</a> because it’s so calming, pleasant and peaceful,” the owner concluded. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358156/image/large-4a63a810285032a9c1efde9b728450f5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358156">

28m Kuipers yacht Slow Poke completes refit 

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The 27.5-metre Kuipers motor yacht Slow Poke has completed an extensive refit.


28m Kuipers motor yacht Slow Poke completes $8 million refit 

The 46-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/517" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cheoy Lee (Company)">Cheoy Lee</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Avalon 10146.0m (150'11&quot;)Cheoy Lee2011">Avalon 101</a> has completed a comprehensive nine-month refit at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Port Denia (Company)">Denia Shipyard</a> in Spain. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398485/image/large-b9c427ff38d909a5d64405de09d566e2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398485">Following her sale in 2024, where Yannick Altevolmer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/120" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Drettmann Yachts (Company)">Drettmann Yachts</a> introduced the buyer and Jarrett Hiebert of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/322" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Merle Wood & Associates, Inc. (Company)">Merle Wood &amp; Associates</a> represented the seller, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Avalon 10146.0m (150'11&quot;)Cheoy Lee2011">Avalon 101</a> underwent a refit with Yannick Altevolmer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/120" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Drettmann Yachts (Company)">Drettmann Yachts</a> managing the project, in close collaboration with Captain Troy Norton.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/340223/image/large-897e753d8c3e4a7b4a24cfdab922f5ce.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/340223">The refit saw the exterior of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Avalon 10146.0m (150'11&quot;)Cheoy Lee2011">Avalon 101</a> transformed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7339" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pascoli International (Company)">Pascoli International</a>, with her red paintwork replaced with a new elegant navy-blue hull. Previously named Qing, she featured exterior design and naval architecture both crafted by the Canadian studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/52" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ron Holland Design (Company)">Ron Holland Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398483/image/large-8c3e988d6e44614c468d30638ec8275a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398483">Further works saw extensive technical upgrades, a complete overhaul of her generators and numerous improvements to her onboard systems and operational efficiency. The work aimed to modernise the yacht's exterior appearance, while carrying out scheduled maintenance works.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398481/image/large-49eb603ab2a4b3c6f373efb7a010d1b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398481">Her underwater hull was fully sandblasted and recoated, all three Northern Lights generators were completely rebuilt, a new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8602" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hamann AG (Company)">Hamann</a> sewage treatment system was installed, while the anchor windlasses of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Avalon 10146.0m (150'11&quot;)Cheoy Lee2011">Avalon 101</a> underwent comprehensive servicing together with numerous maintenance and reliability upgrades.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398484/image/large-9188a99958fb85ae46b6285bf7123d26.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398484">Interior work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Avalon 10146.0m (150'11&quot;)Cheoy Lee2011">Avalon 101</a> saw her galley completely rebuilt to improve the crew's day-to-day workflow, new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantalupi Light Engineering (Company)">Cantalupi</a> lighting was installed throughout the vessel, and further enhancements were carried out to improve operational efficiency and onboard comfort.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398486/image/large-f4cd786987bdce45ffc6cef667c15731.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398486">Spanning 485 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Avalon 10146.0m (150'11&quot;)Cheoy Lee2011">Avalon 101</a> can comfortably accommodate up 10 guests across a five stateroom configuration, with her master suite situated on the upper deck, while two double and two twin staterooms can be found on the lower deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398482/image/large-63a188cb9ce7d6682fc28c12c43095bb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398482">The swim platform of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Avalon 10146.0m (150'11&quot;)Cheoy Lee2011">Avalon 101</a> was also upgraded with a new teak deck, as well as a new sun awning system by Multiplex across her three decks. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/120" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Drettmann Yachts (Company)">Drettmann Yachts</a> acted as the owner's representative, overseeing every stage of the project through to her delivery.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398487/image/large-363fc01b72758b722cb526899d09b35a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398487">“This refit was about translating the owners' vision into a completely refreshed exterior while preserving everything that makes <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Avalon 10146.0m (150'11&quot;)Cheoy Lee2011">Avalon 101</a> such a capable explorer yacht," said Yannick Altevolmer, Managing Partner at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/120" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Drettmann Yachts (Company)">Drettmann Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398488/image/large-49664d198fee14cd8180262bba8c63ac.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398488">“The new paint scheme has fundamentally changed her visual presence, while the extensive technical work completed ensures she continues to be prepared for reliable operation and extended cruising.”(All images courtesy of Drettmann Yachts.)

Avalon 101: 46m Cheoy Lee yacht completes refit

The 46-metre Cheoy Lee motor yacht Avalon 101 has completed a comprehensive nine-month refit at the Denia Shipyard in Spain.

46m Cheoy Lee yacht Avalon 101 sports new navy-blue hull following 9-month refit

The 81-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3506" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Air81.0m (265'9&quot;)Feadship2011">Air</a> has completed a major refit programme at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4644" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AKYACHT (Company)">Akyacht</a> shipyard in Bodrum, Turkey, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7431" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mono Yachting (Company)">Mono Yachting</a> acting as the owner's local coordinator and agent throughout the project. The yacht was handed over on 4 May, 11 days ahead of her original completion date.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397500/image/large-4278421ca609dee04925d5264d732193.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397500">The scope of work addressed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3506" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Air81.0m (265'9&quot;)Feadship2011">Air</a>'s 15-year <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyd's Register</a> class survey and included extensive mechanical servicing, propulsion works, tank maintenance, class-survey items, interior improvements and the seamless coordination of numerous international specialist subcontractors.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397499/image/large-5ed78098517e9dc1fc68f237821d8194.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397499">Among the most visible elements of the refit programme were a full superstructure paint programme and the application of a new matt‑black hull coating. Superyacht painting specialist <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/340" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pinmar (Company)">Pinmar</a> was brought in from Spain specifically for the project to carry out the paintwork, supported by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4644" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AKYACHT (Company)">Akyacht</a> through dedicated shipyard resources, logistics, and continuous operational assistance throughout the execution of the work.The project was delivered ahead of schedule through the combined efforts of the owner's team, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4644" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AKYACHT (Company)">Akyacht</a> team, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Roccabella Yachts (Company)">Roccabella</a> Management team, the Captains, the rotational engineers, the yacht's crew, and the many specialist subcontractors involved throughout the programme. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7431" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mono Yachting (Company)">Mono Yachting</a> acted as the yacht's local Turkish representative during the entire refit process.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397497/image/large-cfc1d69243d1282a7b0291938a16ca09.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397497" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7431" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mono Yachting (Company)">Mono Yachting</a> added that the company has supported <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3506" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Air81.0m (265'9&quot;)Feadship2011">Air</a> in Turkey since 2017, with the established working relationship proving a key factor in the yacht's return to the country for the major refit programme. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397495/image/large-a30c6b11bca3a028b6916dacbbc75153.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397495"> Commenting on the project, Ersun Şengün, Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7431" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mono Yachting (Company)">Mono Yachting</a>, said: "This project was a strong example of what can be achieved when trust, technical understanding and disciplined coordination come together. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3506" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Air81.0m (265'9&quot;)Feadship2011">Air</a>'s early delivery was not the result of any single action, but of continuous follow-up, clear communication and the combined effort of every party involved."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397496/image/large-f7308494fbe650873e75ae22c110ffae.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397496"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7431" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mono Yachting (Company)">Mono Yachting</a> continued: "<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4644" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AKYACHT (Company)">Akyacht</a>'s long-term investment in infrastructure, technical capabilities and skilled personnel has helped position Türkiye as a destination for complex large-yacht refits. Throughout the project, dedicated in-house teams and a comprehensive range of yard &nbsp;resources supported every phase of the refit programme, contributing to the efficient delivery &nbsp;of the works and enabling several key milestones to be achieved ahead of schedule. Delivered in 2011 by the Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship,</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3506" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Air81.0m (265'9&quot;)Feadship2011">Air</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>, while her interiors were drawn from the boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a>. Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, the 1,893 GT yacht accommodates up to 14 guests, alongside 24 crew members, including her captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397498/image/large-25cea0946332982143e8beecb8c90c98.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397498" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3506" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Air81.0m (265'9&quot;)Feadship2011">Air</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, propelling her to a top speed of 17 knots and a cruising speed of 11 knots. At her comfortable cruising speed, she offers a range of 6,400 nautical miles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/55229/image/large-0978e9fc2603e048e1444b6df137b79d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55229">

81m Feadship superyacht Air completes major refit in Turkey

The 81-metre Feadship motor yacht Air has completed a major refit programme at Akyacht shipyard in Bodrum, Turkey.


<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/895" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lusben Shipyard (Company)">Lusben</a> has completed the refit of the 37-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Classic 120 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1886" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kos37.5m (123'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2009">Kos</a>, following a comprehensive programme of works spanning structural modifications, onboard systems, technical upgrades, exterior areas and interiors. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396976/image/large-40153e77114e1432e88b74a33b05ac53.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396976">Built in 2009 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1886" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kos37.5m (123'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2009">Kos</a> forms part of its Classic 37 series, featuring exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a>, interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a> and naval architecture developed in-house by her builder.The refit of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1886" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kos37.5m (123'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2009">Kos</a> commenced in August 2025 shortly after the yacht was acquired by her new owner and was completed in approximately six months through the coordinated efforts of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/895" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lusben Shipyard (Company)">Lusben</a>'s project management team, specialised technicians, skilled craftsmen and interior designer Laura Rossi. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/895" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lusben Shipyard (Company)">Lusben</a>, the programme was undertaken with the aim of improving operational efficiency, enhancing the onboard experience and extending the yacht's service life.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397008/image/large-c77ef9362600c70fc7acbd85faee16f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397008">From the outset, the owner and project team sought to preserve the yacht's original layout and distinctive character while improving her functionality, comfort and the perception of space. On the main deck, the refit scope included the installation of new full-height windows in her main saloon alongside the reconfiguration of the staircase area between the main and upper decks.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397007/image/large-91d720dd0c041da15a467ac85b61b3da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397007">Laura Rossi oversaw the interior redesign, introducing what <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/895" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lusben Shipyard (Company)">Lusben</a> described as "greater fluidity, brightness and visual continuity." A new transparent balustrade around the staircase would allow natural light to flow between decks, while satin-finish glass panels replaced selected opaque surfaces in the corridors. New fabrics and materials were also integrated throughout the guest accommodations to enhance comfort, durability and ease of maintenance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397009/image/large-f3728f4818fd2bd0f7063bd374fc9a4e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397009">"<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1886" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kos37.5m (123'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2009">Kos</a> does not deny what she has been, nor does she try to become something else," commented Rossi. "The project was conceived to lighten, simplify and enhance the yacht's original identity, creating spaces that are brighter, more fluid and more natural to experience every day."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397006/image/large-04998d04550196299f04c73e269ea5f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397006">In addition to the living areas, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/895" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lusben Shipyard (Company)">Lusben</a> carried out a myriad of technical upgrades involving the main engines, generators and essential onboard systems. The entire lighting system was replaced with energy-efficient LEDs, while the bridge and onboard electronics were updated to make them easier to use and improve navigation safety. Exterior works included restoring the teak decks, reconfiguring the sundeck after removing the existing Jacuzzi and completely repainting the hull and superstructure.&nbsp;

Lusben completes refit of 37m Benetti yacht Kos

Lusben has completed an extensive refit of the 37m Benetti Classic yacht Kos.

37m Benetti yacht Kos completes extensive refit at Lusben

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> has announced that the 47.1-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Halcyon47.1m (154'6&quot;)Feadship2001">Halcyon</a> has emerged from one of the most extensive rebuild programmes undertaken in recent years by its Refit &amp; Services division.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396848/image/large-8821793a232d9fd6e300af307993cb86.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396848">Launched in 2001 as Northern Lights, the yacht arrived at the Kaag facility in 2025. Initial works focused on a redesigned stern arrangement, a full repaint and a series of technical upgrades. However, it soon became clear that returning the vessel to proper standards, given her age, would require a far wider scope of intervention.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396849/image/large-fc76ffca2e26a85305672b12c99c6657.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396849">"When <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Halcyon47.1m (154'6&quot;)Feadship2001">Halcyon</a> arrived, we expected a major refit," said Captain Joe Gallegos. "As the project developed, it became clear that we had the opportunity to do much more. With a knowledgeable and enthusiastic owner involved, it all came together."The yacht now features major structural, mechanical, technical and cosmetic improvements, while still retaining her original build heritage.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396846/image/large-3c005ecf41d31b63211896ec2b37e432.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396846">Among her most visible changes is a new staircase linking her main deck to her swim platform, together with a completely renewed exterior finish across both hull and superstructure. A number of exterior elements have also been refreshed, alongside modifications made to her mast as part of her broader works.Moreover, the project extended deep into the yacht’s systems. This amounted to a full technical renewal rather than a standard refit.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396847/image/large-a4569b2d5318908af6126f84b323a9f6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396847"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Halcyon47.1m (154'6&quot;)Feadship2001">Halcyon's</a> bridge was fully updated with new equipment and related interior adjustments. Throughout the yacht, electrical systems were checked and upgraded, with new alarm, monitoring and power management systems fitted. The HVAC system was completely replaced, including new chillers, air handling units and fan coils.&nbsp;Guest and crew areas were also refreshed, including refurbished staterooms, restored marble surfaces, new blinds and updated interior finishes throughout. On deck, new teak was laid across most exterior areas. Key running gear was serviced and overhauled, including steering, shafts, bow thruster and rudders. Cold storage systems were renewed, diving equipment improved, tanks and technical rooms repainted, and her underwater hull coating fully redone after sandblasting.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396850/image/large-75c81ae7c7f8ec276ac58002cfd81609.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396850">The works carried out in her engine room and technical spaces were also substantial. Main engines and gearboxes were overhauled, two new generators installed, and core onboard systems replaced or upgraded. This included water production, ventilation, tank systems, sewage treatment, heating, freshwater distribution and fuel handling. Piping, wiring and supporting infrastructure were also replaced throughout the vessel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396851/image/large-cf76487ddc9091f4c992dfd8f969de75.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396851">"What started as a refit became something much closer to a modified new build. The result is a classic <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, renewed and ready for years of successful cruising,” Captain Joe concluded.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Halcyon47.1m (154'6&quot;)Feadship2001">Halcyon</a> is now in the final commissioning phase ahead of her scheduled redelivery to her owner in July.

Feadship yacht Halcyon following refit

47m Feadship superyacht Halcyon emerges from extensive refit

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a> has announced that the 29.26-metre yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4911" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Belle de Jour29.26m (95'12&quot;)Flevo Ship Holland2013">Belle de Jour</a> is in the final stages of preparation for the summer season, following an extensive four-month pre-season service programme.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396661/image/large-59b36989f4aa73b87960aaeded560f41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396661"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4911" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Belle de Jour29.26m (95'12&quot;)Flevo Ship Holland2013">Belle de Jour</a> was built in 2013 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2991" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flevo Ship Holland (Company)">Flevo Jachtbouw</a> in Nijkerk, east of Amsterdam, and remains the family-run Dutch shipyard's flagship yacht. The builder's roots can be traced to a region with a rich maritime heritage dating back to the 15th century.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396663/image/large-a76a2257572d193c6ee22731af08e161.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396663">Best known today as a refit and ReCraft specialist, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a> was responsible for the recent works, collaborating closely with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2991" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flevo Ship Holland (Company)">Flevo Jachtbouw</a> throughout the programme. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard's</a>Evan Kortmann, the yard's focus is on ensuring that ‘vessels are primed for their next chapter’.&nbsp;The refit scope encompassed a range of structural, cosmetic and technical upgrades. This included spot hull repairs, rudder works, full antifouling treatment and a fresh pastel blue finish applied below the waterline. Elsewhere, the mast deck was refinished, while routine inspections and maintenance were carried out across the yacht's technical and electrical systems.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396665/image/large-44630482bb229c90ed56421e588a457a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396665">Designed inside and out by the late Dutch designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/45" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pieter Beeldsnijder Design (Company)">Pieter Beeldsnijder</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4911" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Belle de Jour29.26m (95'12&quot;)Flevo Ship Holland2013">Belle de Jour</a> is distinguished by her robust profile, high freeboard and clean, purposeful lines. The yacht offers 140 GT of internal volume, with her layout carefully configured to maximise onboard living space.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396664/image/large-347f2ca78604be0589317fe632ee5d78.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396664">“Every vessel has a story worth preserving,” concluded Evan. "Our primary &nbsp;role as a refit and ReCraft specialist is to ensure vessels are primed for their next chapter, while honouring those that came before. Belle de Jour represents precisely the Dutch &nbsp;excellence we're committed to stewarding."

Belle de Jour yacht Refit Balk Shipyard

Balk Shipyard has announced that the 29.26-metre yacht Belle de Jour is in the final stages of preparation for the summer season.

29m Belle de Jour yacht emerges from Balk Shipyard post-refit

The +80-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7044" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Simek AS (Company)">Simek AS</a> support vessel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16977" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-8176.6m (251'4&quot;)Simek AS2014">U-81</a> (ex-FS Cygnus) has been spotted in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, following an extensive conversion at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5453" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zwijnenburg Shipyard (Company)">Zwijnenburg Shipyard</a> in Krimpen aan den Ijssel. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396515/image/large-da084f97851c09220f0042934a65c899.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396515">The support yacht, converted from an offshore support vessel for the oil and gas industries, is now displaying the name <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16977" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-8176.6m (251'4&quot;)Simek AS2014">U-81</a> on her stern and side profile. This suggests she is related to the previous 80.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6617" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Shipyards (Company)">Damen Shipyards</a> support yacht U-81, which has since been sold and renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11888" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wingman80.1m (262'10&quot;)Damen Shipyards2022">Wingman</a>. The previous U-81 also spent considerable time in the care of Zwijnenburg Shipyard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396508/image/large-3ccc75bc4a4dd9f3638766f01df949a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396508"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16977" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-8176.6m (251'4&quot;)Simek AS2014">U-81</a> arrived in the Netherlands in April 2026 and spent 11 weeks at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5453" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zwijnenburg Shipyard (Company)">Zwijnenburg Shipyard</a>. Originally launched in 2014, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16977" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-8176.6m (251'4&quot;)Simek AS2014">U-81</a> featured exterior design and naval architecture by Rolls-Royce Marine (since taken over and rebranded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kongsberg Maritime (Company)">Kongsberg Maritime</a>). The re-design of the vessel was done <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8891" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio ZEA (Company)">Studio ZEA</a>, which is the new design firm by founded by renowned yacht designer Zlatko Imamovic, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design &amp; Naval Architecture</a> acting as the owners representative<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396507/image/large-1b0612ad97ae9c22a02e570688fb80eb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396507"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16977" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-8176.6m (251'4&quot;)Simek AS2014">U-81</a> previously operated as an offshore vessel, displaying a red hull and a continuous working deck aft. Details surrounding the full extent of her rebuild have not yet been disclosed, but the first images show a white hull and superstructure, a more pronounced bulbous bow and an additional deck extending her aft profile.&nbsp;Her elevated deck provides a sheltered space beneath, as well as giving her a more traditional yacht-like appearance. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16977" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-8176.6m (251'4&quot;)Simek AS2014">U-81</a> now also displays a helideck and hangar, expanding her capabilities as a yacht support vessel.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389111/image/large-0de1e59efd5df286448fcc404464721f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389111">SuperYacht Times has reached out to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5453" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zwijnenburg Shipyard (Company)">Zwijnenburg Shipyard</a> for more information on the rebuild of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16977" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-8176.6m (251'4&quot;)Simek AS2014">U-81</a>, but they were unavailable for comment.

U81: 77m support vessel rebuild in Rotterdam

The 76m Simek AS support vessel FS Cygnus has emerged from the Zwijnenburg Shipyard as U-81, following an extensive rebuild.

Newly converted yacht support vessel U-81 emerges from major rebuild

For owner Paul Andrews, the search for the right yacht was a journey that spanned more than a decade. However, when he first came across the 25.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/121" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palmer Johnson Yachts (Company)">Palmer Johnson</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> online, something about her caught his attention. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394762/image/large-d54e9461baa90d5794ad964df495e456.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394762">“I first saw her in a video while I was searching for yachts,” he explained. “She was located in Thailand at the time, which was quite literally on the other side of the world from me, but her presence immediately stood out.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394534/image/large-bfddc47ecaf6a83efc8300953b5b19d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394534">Originally launched in 1967, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> was the largest aluminium hulled sailing yacht in the world when she first hit the water. Built as a classic world cruising yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> had circumnavigated the world three times, with voyages to the Antarctic and Arctic regions when she entered the market in 2022. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394541/image/large-c96b4ebc0ab5a9453459421e627799d7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394541">“The beam, the proportions and the sheer character of the yacht caught my attention straight away,” recalled Andrews. “I wasn’t specifically searching for a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/121" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palmer Johnson Yachts (Company)">Palmer Johnson</a>, but when she was built, she was engineered to a commercial, almost military-grade standard and built to navy specs, which gave her a genuine pedigree, strength and a fascinating story behind her.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394543/image/large-0b87ef55ef9559c3dc95e76eca2db6c7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394543">However, when Andrews finally travelled to Thailand to inspect the yacht in person, the initial impression was far from ideal. “It was raining heavily and she looked tired and neglected.” But returning the following day to see the yacht in clear conditions revealed a completely different vessel. “Her lines were beautiful and the potential became obvious. She simply needed vision and attention.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394544/image/large-f191bd60c4deb3732c009830efb76fc3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394544">In 2015 under the ownership of her previous owners, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> had started a refit programme spanning more than $1 million, which lasted five years and saw her receive a full teak interior refit. “It was clear that previous owners had already invested heavily in the yacht,” added Andrews. “The teak interior joinery was exceptional and the hull structure was sound. However, the layout did not fully make use of the yacht’s size.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394540/image/large-3bd64f4dfb231598384875f28fc57a05.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394540">With the help of Martin Holmes and his team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lee Marine International Brokerage (Company)">Lee Marine</a>, Andrews took a boat from Langkawi, Malaysia where he purchased <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> and started the process of refitting her in Phuket. “My vision was always to maximise the yacht without taking away the character that makes Firebird special,” he explained. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394689/image/large-066bcffa01ddea4816fadbefefba6fb6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394689">“Rather than remove that character, the refit focused on respecting the craftsmanship already onboard, while improving the functionality and layout for modern cruising. So the very first thing I wanted to do was lay a completely new teak deck.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394684/image/large-59c92dfa1c2c4dfaf499558c82520e13.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394684">The refit saw beautifully laid teak installed throughout, which instantly transformed her appearance and the feeling underfoot. From here, Andrews had a large swim platform and gangway at the stern installed for easy access, as well as an alfresco dining area for 12, with a large three-metre teak L-shaped sofa added and a circular seating area for eight at her stern.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394683/image/large-ccd9dbe381bbc98da19e89f67500eafb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394683">Additional work saw her saloon and guest staterooms reworked to create a larger and more comfortable interior, while technical works included the installation of a new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Raymarine UK Ltd (Company)">Raymarine</a> navigation suite, electric furling systems and the recommissioning of her <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1497" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Detroit Diesel (Company)">Detroit Diesel</a> engine and generators.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394537/image/large-a9744df0db0cb9126710320c8ad8f685.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394537">&nbsp;“I was involved in every stage of the project!” beamed Andrews. “Working alongside skilled craftsmen in Thailand allowed the ideas I had for the yacht to be executed properly.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394682/image/large-6c7c43f1ab3dc6151b36ef4b9e0c6d90.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394682">“The region has an impressive concentration of marine specialists including riggers, carpenters, sailmakers and marine engineers. The quality of teak craftsmanship in Thailand is also exceptional and the cost of skilled labour is significantly lower than in many other parts of the world. By chance I also discovered a local boat carpenter whose family had been building boats in the region for generations. His team worked tirelessly and played a crucial role in transforming the yacht.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394536/image/large-a684c5dbb17405c08f59b474c49fe63e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394536">A large portion of the refit work was carried out at Premier Superyacht Shipyard near <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Haven Marina (Company)">Yacht Haven Marina</a> in Phuket. The yard operates an 890-tonne travel lift and regularly handles vessels significantly larger than <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a>, so during her haul-out, hull works, repainting, mechanical servicing and installation of the bow thruster were completed at the yard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394535/image/large-fe228dc87c3eb4c006007450d0644190.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394535">The refit started almost immediately after Andrews had stepped onboard and he remained involved throughout the process. “After studying the layout of an <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1097" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oyster Yachts (Company)">Oyster</a> 85, I realised it might be possible to alter the companionway arrangement and open access to unused space within the yacht. By cutting through the bulkhead at the end of the galley we created a new passageway that allowed an entirely new guest stateroom to be built.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394687/image/large-2e193db0a4b19958ca9e5ecb0fbbb3b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394687">The result allowed for unused areas to be converted into additional guest accommodation, while maintaining the logical flow through her companionway and saloon areas. Thanks to this, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> is now able to comfortably accommodate up to 13 guests, while still feeling spacious. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394691/image/large-d359643ead180961dcf469e992df6a3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394691">“The onboard experience is exceptional now! <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> is incredibly comfortable and she has become a wonderful place to spend time. I have several comfortable homes on land, but I genuinely did not expect living aboard a yacht to feel this enjoyable.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394775/image/large-19d12ff20ebf8798893858104887e523.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394775">From a technical standpoint the most important upgrade was the installation of a Max Power bow thruster. At 71 tonnes, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> is not a small yacht and the thruster significantly improved manoeuvrability for docking. Paired with electric furling systems, her sails can now be easily controlled from the cockpit, &nbsp;which means the yacht can be sailed comfortably by a small crew. “Together with the bow thruster and upgraded navigation systems, the yacht is now far easier and safer to operate,” added Andrews.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394782/image/large-7d015b051a954c975849eb73b943caa0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394782">Currently available for charter, Andrews noted that there had already been interest from charter clients in the Seychelles and the Maldives. “It would feel rather selfish to keep such a yacht entirely to myself! Our goal is to have her operating in the Greek islands by 2027.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394781/image/large-71d773016ba60ca5be3610663cfc2a04.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394781">The refit took approximately 18 months to complete, with the project bringing the yacht a new lease of life. “I have restored historic buildings and classic cars before, but <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> has been the most rewarding project of them all! Working on her felt almost like giving a living vessel a new chapter in her life. I feel incredibly privileged to have been part of that transformation.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394773/image/large-89483fb30e91ef0842117ed871bea925.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394773">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> has had an extraordinary life with many different owners over the decades, with each leaving their own mark on the vessel,” concluded Andrews. “If I had to describe her in just a few words, I would say she is an iconic, unique superyacht and I hope she continues to bring joy to many future owners and guests.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394763/image/large-26cc3acdb14ea54697eb754a850e1393.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394763">

Firebird: 26m Palmer Johnson yacht refit

Inside the 18-month Thai refit that transformed the 26m Palmer Johnson sailing yacht Firebird into a modern cruising yacht.

Firebird reborn: Behind the Thai refit of a classic 26m yacht

For more than 150 years, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> has built its reputation on engineering excellence, delivering some of the world's most iconic superyachts. Yet behind the celebrated new-build programme lies another cornerstone of the German shipyard's offering: a comprehensive refit and services division that combines the same craftsmanship, innovation and technical expertise with a proactive approach to yacht ownership.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395685/image/large-6c0d99789964811f27b5ed79d23b7e34.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395685">Operating across one of the largest yacht-building infrastructures in the world, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>'s refit capabilities are available not only to yachts built by the shipyard itself, but to the entire global fleet. From routine maintenance and scheduled surveys to major conversions and sustainability upgrades, the shipyard has positioned itself as a destination for owners seeking complex solutions delivered to the highest standards.Scale, expertise and innovation<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>'s shipyard network spans northern Germany, supported by a design centre in Croatia and a sales office in Fort Lauderdale. At the heart of its refit operation is the former <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blohm & Voss GmbH (Company)">Blohm &amp; Voss</a> shipyard in Hamburg, acquired by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> in 2016.Covering 451,000 square-metres and featuring seven docks, the Hamburg facility represents approximately 40 percent of the Group's total shipyard footprint. With Lürssen's legacy for complex new-build projects at its other facilities, owners benefit from the same level of engineering knowledge, project management expertise and highly skilled workforce responsible for delivering some of the industry's most advanced yachts.This integration creates a distinct advantage when tackling technically demanding projects. Whether undertaking a major structural modification, a complete interior transformation or a full vessel conversion, clients gain access to the resources and experience of a shipyard accustomed to solving complex engineering challenges.Since acquiring the Hamburg site, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> has redelivered nearly 100 yachts, with close to half a kilometre of yachts undergoing refit work at the facility during the past 12 months alone.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395684/image/large-e860b8408cb8573130a03c0e4ccc63a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395684">A solution for every ownerWhile commissioning a custom new-build remains the ultimate expression of yacht ownership, lengthy construction schedules are often an unavoidable reality. For owners seeking a faster route to a highly personalised yacht, refit and conversion projects offer a compelling alternative.By identifying the right platform and investing in a carefully planned transformation, owners can create a yacht tailored to their individual requirements within a significantly shorter timeframe than a new construction project.The opportunities extend far beyond cosmetic upgrades. Leveraging its commercial shipbuilding heritage, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> is increasingly involved in large-scale conversion projects, transforming robust offshore and industrial vessels into capable exploration yachts designed for extended global cruising.These vessels, originally engineered to operate in demanding environments, provide strong foundations for owners seeking expedition capabilities without compromising on comfort, luxury or autonomy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395663/image/large-fff7a51890ff3bb2699f3ff16be929a6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395663">Advancing sustainability through practical solutionsAs environmental considerations continue to shape the future of yachting, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> Refit &amp; Services is also helping owners reduce operational emissions through carefully assessed sustainability programmes.Every project begins with detailed feasibility studies, ensuring proposed upgrades align with the yacht's operational profile and owner requirements. Rather than prescribing a single solution, the shipyard focuses on identifying the most effective measures for each individual vessel.Depending on the programme, improvements can range from LED lighting upgrades and intelligent motion-sensing systems to advanced heat recovery technology and sophisticated energy management platforms that optimise onboard power consumption.Many of these initiatives can be incorporated into larger refit schedules, allowing owners to enhance efficiency while minimising disruption to cruising plans.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395686/image/large-760964d6aac379d57a85ccebad544ef4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395686">Supporting yachts beyond the shipyard<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>'s commitment to owners extends well beyond the completion of a refit project. Through its Fast Operations and Response Unit (FORU), the shipyard provides global technical support for large yachts, with specialist teams regularly deployed to resolve operational issues around the world.Many repairs can be completed remotely, at anchor or alongside, reducing downtime and ensuring yachts remain where they are intended to be: on the water and in active use.This lifecycle-focused approach is further supported by dedicated maintenance planning, extensive spare parts inventories and round-the-clock assistance, giving owners access to the expertise of one of the industry's most experienced shipbuilding organisations wherever their yacht may be operating.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395662/image/large-55a116c30cdaae0fb2a686b8dc25cbbc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395662">A partner for the global fleetFrom scheduled class surveys and technical upgrades to complete vessel conversions, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>'s refit division offers owners access to the same standards of engineering, craftsmanship and project execution that have defined the shipyard's new-build programme for generations.For owners seeking to extend a yacht's lifespan, improve performance or unlock new capabilities, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> Refit &amp; Services provides a pathway to maximise value while ensuring vessels continue to evolve alongside the demands of modern ownership.As the shipyard continues to expand its refit activities, one message remains clear: regardless of where a yacht was originally built, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>'s expertise is available to the entire global fleet.

Lürssen refit yacht shipyard 

For more than 150 years, Lürssen has built its reputation on engineering excellence, delivering some of the world's most iconic superyachts.

Why owners are turning to Lürssen for complex refit and conversion projects

The 45-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/40" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Hakvoort Shipyard (Company)">Royal Hakvoort</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Awatea45.0m (147'8&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2008">Awatea</a> has been relaunched following an extensive ReCraft programme at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a> in the Netherlands. The yacht arrived at the Dutch yard earlier this year for a seven-month extensive refit.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394530/image/large-063953187846c7e6fd006700a792d554.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394530" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The yacht features naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>, exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/43" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cor D. Rover Design (Company)">Cor D. Rover</a> and interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/28" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Felix Buytendijk Yacht Design (Company)">Felix Buytendijk Yacht Design</a>. Her interiors fused contemporary yacht styling with subtle nods to New England, reflecting a design language that became a characteristic of post-millennium Dutch yacht design.Delivered in 2008, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Awatea45.0m (147'8&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2008">Awatea</a> was built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/40" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Hakvoort Shipyard (Company)">Royal Hakvoort</a> and was formerly known as My Trust. She was the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/40" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Hakvoort Shipyard (Company)">Hakvoort</a> yacht designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/43" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cor D. Rover Design (Company)">Cor D. Rover</a> and, at the time, the fourth-largest yacht ever delivered by the Dutch shipyard, as well as the largest yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/43" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cor D. Rover Design (Company)">Cor D. Rover</a> had designed up to that point in his career.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394528/image/large-c85e5094d51e0e5deaf795d66ed92688.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394528" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">“Choosing the Netherlands, and ultimately <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a>, to undertake this refit was a decision to uphold her pedigree with the standard of craftsmanship the nation is renowned for,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a>. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a>, the project was approached with a strong emphasis on preserving the yacht’s original identity while modernising her onboard systems.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377931/image/large-9fabe150e01ddb3607e7f62fff6cddb4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377931" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Most visibly, the yacht has returned to a colour scheme inspired by her original 2008 appearance. Her hull, previously finished in a custom pastel blue, has been repainted in Poseidon Metallic Blue by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1546" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alexseal Yacht Coatings (Company)">Alexseal</a>, complementing her crisp white superstructure. Moreover, antifouling works and spot corrosion treatment were also completed to improve long-term maintenance and durability.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377935/image/large-aaabe7ac55dcfcfce673a09ab47bb94f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377935" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The technical refit programme included a full upgrade of the yacht’s AMS and PMCS systems, installation of new radar, depth and speed sensors, as well as a completely upgraded HVAC system. The onboard lighting system was also modernised throughout both the interior and exterior with integrated ambient lighting controls, while the galley underwent a full renovation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394531/image/large-4ca440ec534e53322e5291ec3a7958b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394531" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a> also highlighted the advantages of undertaking the refit within the Netherlands’ close-knit network, stating that several technical issues, including a long-standing problem involving the yacht’s bespoke door hinge system, were resolved shortly after <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Awatea45.0m (147'8&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2008">Awatea</a> arrived at the yard.Sourcing inventory proved equally straightforward. The crew had spent months searching for wine fridges in the U.S. that met the right specifications for dimensions, voltage, and connectivity, without success. At <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a>, they were ordered within 30 minutes. This is the practical dividend of the Dutch shipbuilding network: quality and access, together.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394529/image/large-508fc2b86142d5c0f9726a110bf04709.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394529"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a> has acted as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Awatea45.0m (147'8&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2008">Awatea</a>’s gateway to Northern Europe. Having crossed the Atlantic for this significant programme of works, the yacht is now undergoing final preparations ahead of returning to the water with her cruising itinerary and schedule remaining unimpeded. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Awatea45.0m (147'8&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2008">Awatea</a> and her crew are well-placed for the northerly remote waters ahead, and her owner and guests can enjoy the yacht refreshed, upgraded, and ready for the seasons to come.

45m Royal Hakvoort yacht Awatea relaunched following refit

The 45m Royal Hakvoort yacht Awatea has been relaunched following an extensive ReCraft programme at Balk Shipyard in the Netherlands.

45m Royal Hakvoort yacht Awatea relaunched following refit 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6198" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bergman Design House (Company)">Bergman Design House</a> has unveiled the first interior images of the 46.57-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axios46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Axios</a>, following an extensive refit in Greece. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395063/image/large-824218241bd210f9285805c33bbe2f35.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395063">Originally delivered in 2014 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axios46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Axios</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design &amp; Architecture</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6198" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bergman Design House (Company)">Bergman Design House</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tecnomar (Company)">Tecnomar</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395031/image/large-6915607b905990c456e3c72631f6cc67.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395031">Named after the Greek word meaning “the blessed one,” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axios46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Axios</a> draws deeply from the luminous beauty of the Greek islands. “The vessel has undergone a complete rebirth,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6198" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bergman Design House (Company)">Bergman Design House</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395023/image/large-e27116897be38aed57e8ec08f56e1e43.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395023">“She has emerged as a serene floating sanctuary, inspired by the timeless elegance of the Mediterranean. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axios46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Axios</a> redefines the language of contemporary yachting through a visionary approach to interior architecture, atmosphere, and experiential luxury.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395033/image/large-e40d731ac494e99a6ddb4122dbbdba49.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395033"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6198" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bergman Design House (Company)">Bergman Design House</a> approached the project with the philosophy of creating a private residence at sea, rather than a traditional yacht interior. Inspired by the crisp white architecture, warm golden light, and natural textures of coastal Greece, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axios46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Axios</a> boasts a deeply intimate and effortlessly sophisticated atmosphere onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395041/image/large-fdfe1889625f39ea7d344d3ba49fdedb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395041"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395043/image/large-0874976dbd5ac38d1605721acbf6c18d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395043"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axios46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Axios</a> is adorned with linens, woven finishes, soft brushed metals, sculptural lighting and a neutral colour palette. The perception of space has also been taken into account, with proportion, texture and natural light used to create airy and expansive spaces. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395047/image/large-adb0d8dc640afd876b7d3ec26fab336d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395047"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395050/image/large-415d46e3a7d189ffcb24fd614132c0e3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395050"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axios46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Axios</a> can accommodate up to 12 guests across five sumptuous staterooms, each of which has been conceived as a tranquil retreat, layered with soft textures, bespoke detailing and a warm contemporary elegance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395073/image/large-06e8b6292da7a2b1626a8cf0821c2d86.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395073"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395052/image/large-9a2d7276ea81527925ca65bb34ed59b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395052"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395058/image/large-dd9ca9e55d6a2104bf43ede7a03be0fd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395058">Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axios46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Axios</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, providing her with a cruising speed of 15 knots and a transoceanic range of 6,000 nautical miles. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395061/image/large-b04ec876caace722e7226a1b3da96681.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395061"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395054/image/large-592f4fdf9668bc04dd6529adc320687f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395054">Currently sailing beneath the Malta flag and moored in the crystalline waters of Greece, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axios46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Axios</a> feels entirely at home within the Mediterranean landscape that inspired her rebirth. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4739" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axios46.57m (152'9&quot;)Admiral2014">Axios</a> is ultimately more than a superyacht,” concluded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6198" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bergman Design House (Company)">Bergman Design House</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395070/image/large-d5fd60ac06ceeca62aed31ffb907a73d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395070"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395072/image/large-d1244a592b73d2fc06fa401136bfdacc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395072">“It is a true icon reimagined and a testament to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6198" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bergman Design House (Company)">Bergman Design House</a>’s ability to turn design into experience, and luxury into art.(Images courtesy of Bergman Design House.)<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395071/image/large-df0ae78007e217b8677b029e79934bfe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395071">

Axios: 47m Admiral yacht completes extensive refit

Bergman Design House has unveiled the first interior images of the 46.57-metre Admiral motor yacht Axios, following an extensive refit in Greece.

First look at 47m Admiral yacht Axios following extensive interior refit

The 58.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Odyssey58.2m (190'11&quot;)CRN2013">Odyssey</a> has been sold. Michel Chryssicopoulos of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> introduced the buyer, while Tim Vickers of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a> and Stuart Larsen of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> represented the seller under a joint central agency. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/388904/image/large-c98cd8028404e609f7f960644b31d631.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/388904">Delivered in 2013 by the Italian shipyard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Odyssey58.2m (190'11&quot;)CRN2013">Odyssey</a> was formerly named J'Ade.&nbsp;She features both exterior design and interior design crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, with naval architecture developed in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a>.Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Odyssey58.2m (190'11&quot;)CRN2013">Odyssey</a> has a beam of 10.2-metres and a draft of three-metres. The yacht most recently underwent a refit in New Zealand in 2025.Spanning 939 GT, accommodation onboard is arranged for up to 13 guests across six well-appointed staterooms. Dedicated quarters provide accommodation for a crew of 13, including her captain.In terms of propulsion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Odyssey58.2m (190'11&quot;)CRN2013">Odyssey</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 16 knots.At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Odyssey58.2m (190'11&quot;)CRN2013">Odyssey</a> had a last known asking price of €29,500,000.

58m CRN superyacht Odyssey sold

The 58m CRN superyacht Odyssey has been sold with a last known asking price of €29.5 million.

US-based boating and yacht retailer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> has completed the refinancing of its $1.49 billion senior secured credit facilities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/265732/image/large-de8e35a3c695c7a0ca1d7601fa95da7d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/265732">The company has replaced its existing loans with a new financing package designed to lower borrowing costs, increase financial flexibility and extend the repayment deadline to June 2031.The refinancing includes a $950 million inventory financing facility, a $302.5 million term loan, a $150 million revolving credit facility, which replaces a $100 million facility and an $85 million delayed draw mortgage facility, of which $35 million is currently outstanding and replaces the previous $100 million facility.“This refinancing strengthens our financial position by lowering our borrowing costs, extending our maturity and providing additional liquidity to support the continued execution of our long-term strategy,” explained Michael H. McLamb, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a>.The financings were led by M&amp;T Bank as Administrative Agent and Joint Lead Arranger, along with Wells Fargo Commercial Distribution Finance as Joint Lead Arranger and Floor Plan Agent.“Successfully completing this transaction on improved terms in today’s marine industry environment underscores the strength of our lender relationships and reflects the confidence they have in our operating performance, disciplined capital allocation, healthy balance sheet and management team,” concluded McLamb.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66058" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax explores potential sale as Donerail raises its bid (2026-05-12 10:45:00 +0200)">In May 2026</a>, Reuters reported that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> was preparing for a potential sale of the company. One potential buyer had raised its offer and one prominent private equity firm was conducting due diligence, with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> board of directors agreeing to move forward with a sale process.Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66058" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax explores potential sale as Donerail raises its bid (2026-05-12 10:45:00 +0200)">MarineMax explores potential sale as Donerail raises its bid</a>Headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> operates 65 marinas and storage locations, alongside 70 dealerships, offering yachts for sale, as well as marine services through its acquisition of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2184" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Island Global Yachting (Company)">Island Global Yachting (IGY)</a> in 2022, as well as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser Yachts</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>.&nbsp;

MarineMax refinances $1.49 billion credit facilities

MarineMax has completed the refinancing of its $1.49 billion senior secured credit facilities.

MarineMax refinances $1.49 billion credit facilities, extending debt maturity to 2031

Paul Kinkley, the owner of the Bering 78,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Ride23.85m (78'3&quot;)Bering Yachts2026">Slow Ride</a>, sits down with Leona Caanen to chat about his brand new yachts, her personalised features and his upcoming cruising plans.Sitting across from me is Paul Kinkley, Canadian native and the owner of the brand new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a> 78. The 23.85-metre superyacht, named <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Ride23.85m (78'3&quot;)Bering Yachts2026">Slow Ride</a>, is currently in process of delivery at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering Yachts</a>, in Turkey. Earlier this year, Paul visited the yard for the yacht’s official launch.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398589/image/large-392751553f2d2f178de6f73300a22a02.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398589">The yacht’s name comes from a song by Foghat, and is something Paul’s entire family connected with. “We narrowed it down from about a 100 names to 10, and then five and then three, and eventually I just pulled the trigger. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Ride23.85m (78'3&quot;)Bering Yachts2026">Slow Ride</a> made the most sense, we all related to it”, recalls Paul, who is very much a family man. On a cloudy day in January, as the yacht was launched, Paul blasted 'Slow Ride'&nbsp;on the yacht’s speakers whilst taking the yacht for her very first ride.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382519/image/large-136ef5f4fa7f10e6c8be257f7d67b10b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382519" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"> Love at first sightPaul has closely followed the build process along. “From the time of ordering the boat to hand over, it’s a long period,” shares Paul. Yet building his very own yacht is something Paul has thought about for a long time. “We’ve had used boats, I’ve always fixed them up, put the systems I wanted on them,” Paul continues, “I was watching boating videos and stumbled upon the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Ride23.85m (78'3&quot;)Bering Yachts2026">Bering Yachts</a> channel, and decided to give them a call.”“Honestly, we didn’t actually look anywhere else,” Paul mentions, “when I saw the videos and chatted with Alexei, he was just so down-to-earth, and I loved the style of the boat, it was unique looking.” Paul felt like the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering Yachts</a> Shipyard in Antalya was the right fit, “the yacht is a steel hull, which is precisely what I was looking for.”Having always owned pre-built yachts, Paul’s patience has been tested, not just because of his excitement to cruise onboard the yacht, but also because a week after signing the deal, Paul’s other yacht, sitting in Fort Myers, Florida, was destroyed by hurricane Ian. “It’s quite surreal that it happened like that.” Getting to launch the yacht and see her touch the water was a great moment of both relief and excitement.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382538/image/large-b3a6aabc47478833dc3131bd137e923b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382538">Designing a superyachtThe yacht is a semi-custom, so while the bones were pre-designed, there were plenty of choices left for Paul and his family to decide on. The stand-out choice has been the colour of the hull: “we probably went through 15 or 20 different colour renders, and Carol likes blue, so we were searching for the perfect colour” Paul recalls. Upon finding a colour they liked, Paul asked the yard to send a big colour swatch: “a computer only shows so much, but as soon as we saw the swatch we fell in love with the colour.”The interiors feature a softer, more neutral palette than the teal exterior, across an open floor plan that seamlessly connects the galley with the saloon and features large windows, providing plenty of natural lighting. The galley looks out onto the aft deck, where a table for ten creates the ideal place for al fresco dining, enjoying sunsets or a delicious morning coffee.A diesel electrician by trade, Paul is especially happy with how the engine room turned out. “Anything mechanical I love,” Paul highlights, “we’ve packed that room like you can’t believe: we’ve changed some of the electronics, the AC systems, upgraded it to 48 volt.” The engine room was expanded, getting rid of the crew head, as “we’re not really crew people anyways.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382508/image/large-8957a0d4c70d67e74479c8a653443b1a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382508" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Feeling secure<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Ride23.85m (78'3&quot;)Bering Yachts2026">Slow Ride</a> marks a sense of security, but also of freedom, and a big point of purchasing a yacht was ensuring Paul and Carol could manage it themselves: &nbsp;“It’s important to us that we can run the yacht by ourselves; not having to run upstairs, worrying about fenders.”The yachts that Paul previously owned were great, but ”they never had everything on it that we wanted; I was constantly busy converting yachts we purchased,” shares Paul. With <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Slow Ride23.85m (78'3&quot;)Bering Yachts2026">Slow Ride</a>, Paul has “all the systems onboard: not having to go in for pump outs anymore because there is a sewage treatment plan onboard and dual water makers so you have the back-up.” A lot of the technological systems introduced onboard are not just for comfort of long distance cruising, but also to feel safe and secure when cruising: “Just knowing all this is onboard, in case something happens while cruising with my family, I don’t worry so much,” shares Paul.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398588/image/large-2631ff32ceef53dd64b3c6380ef5683d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398588" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">A sense of freedomOne place that is definitely on the cruising destination is a little fishermen village, near the shipyard that Paul and Carol visited a while ago. “We befriended the owner of a restaurant, he’s a fantastic chef, and we promised that once we have the yacht, we’ll come visit and enjoy dinner together.”&nbsp;Besides the shores of Turkey, Paul is eager to explore the Mediterranean: “We’ve never boated in the Mediterranean, but I’ve done lots of research on it, followed lots of sailboaters online.” Having itineraries planned out, thanks to fellow yachties, and with the yacht ready cruise, Paul and Carol are bound to have a great summer in the Mediterranean, “getting as close to shore as I can with the shallow draft.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398590/image/large-1289eb29cd7094aadb3ee64b0312c4f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398590" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">

A Slow Ride: building a Bering 78

Paul Kinkley, owner of the Bering 78 Slow Ride, talks to Leona Caanen about his new yacht, custom features and cruising plans.

Not your average Slow Ride

The 29-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a> custom modern sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Ouzel</a> has completed several days of sea trials on Penobscot Bay in Maine, USA.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398584/image/large-a0883d7562b7df697b5ff8b85c24ac47.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398584">Launched in November 2025, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Ouzel</a> boasts a sleek and classic profile, with exterior design and naval architecture by Rhode Island-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Partners (Company)">Langan Design Partners</a> and interior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mark Whiteley Design (Company)">Mark Whiteley Design</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398576/image/large-334292580aaa60591183cfa032d23116.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398576"><img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/398566/image/large-b62cc1cec34ae895c6fda22e8252c02d.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20260630%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20260630T122205Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=32e0350722fae71f9a680aaa6828734633e31a8034a05be7f86c8a2a6facb842" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398566">During her sea trials, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Ouzel</a> demonstrated her sailing capabilities with the help of her simple sail plan from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Doyle Sailmakers (Company)">Doyle Sails</a>, which includes a mainsail, Yankee (a high-cut jib) and staysail, plus a Code Zero headsail for off-wind sailing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398578/image/large-1a840dcd39a1586172ddc225bd3871a2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398578"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398574/image/large-0625422c4846fea0c40161cd9c13c627.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398574">“The boat responded and behaved in the ways we expected,” explained Designer Tom Degrémont of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/566" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Langan Design Partners (Company)">Langan Design Partners</a>. “The impression of power, the speeds we reached, the feeling of control at the helm, the balance of the boat — everything felt exactly like I’d hoped it would feel.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398575/image/large-0d3fae10cbdea2c54f1bfaec311774fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398575">The owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Ouzel</a> chose a deeper-draft keep of 12-feet and a powerful sail plan of more than 4,500 square-feet of sail upwind for performance. This allowed the yacht to reach speeds of 12 knots in 15 knots of breeze, while maintaining 10 knots upwind and tacking through less than 90 degrees under a Yankee and staysail.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398583/image/large-cb999d72250aa8e4795014422495fcf7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398583">Interior designer Mark Whiteley was also onboard during her sea trials and described his first impression of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Ouzel</a> on the water: “She’s a big boat! Walking down the gangway to the dock, there were all these pretty, beautiful wooden <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1147" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Concordia (Company)">Concordia</a> yawls and other boats, but <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Ouzel</a> is a magnificent and towering yacht in her own right.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398573/image/large-681e25f0283c6e36ffdb9cb49298afe6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398573">“Her freeboard is obviously quite a lot higher, so she stands out and looks stunning. As it happened, we hit a particularly nice stretch of strong wind, and she briefly did over 13 knots. It’s a lovely feel to the yacht that goes with her modern classical style.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398567/image/large-2377a42c85d0df772d22a97d35dbb209.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398567">Constructed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5027" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rockport Marine (Company)">Rockport Marine</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Ouzel</a>’s hull is a cold-moulded wooden composite, which uses a construction method of pairing Douglas fir and western red cedar wood, with carbon-fibre, E-glass and foam cores to create a lightweight structure. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398565/image/large-f3fda1aca40f2f9833a3ab1ca9d18aec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398565">“After years of design debate, discussion, inspections and testing, to hoist the main and headsails and heel the yacht over for the first time was a profoundly rewarding milestone,” concluded Peter Wilson of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCM (Company)">Marine Construction Management (MCM)</a>.“It came as no surprise to me that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Ouzel</a> performed excellently. Simply put, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Ouzel29.0m (95'2&quot;)Rockport Marine 2026">Ouzel</a> ticks all the boxes.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398577/image/large-8a63ff352fa4fd80f046dbc071c9236d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398577">

Ouzel: 29m Rockport Marine yacht on sea trials

The 29-metre Rockport Marine custom modern sailing yacht Ouzel has completed several days of sea trials on Penobscot Bay in Maine, USA.

29m Rockport Marine custom modern sailing yacht Ouzel on sea trials

The 26.95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Aga26.95m (88'5&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2023">Lady Aga</a> has been listed for sale with Patryk Uznanski of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6641" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Patrick Marine (Company)">Patrick Marine</a> and Kevin Bonnie of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398545/image/large-6e03f3ff7e8d134b90a99abb463e5470.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398545">Delivered in 2023 by the Italian shipyard, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/of-type=motor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> forms part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> 860 series. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Aga26.95m (88'5&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2023">Lady Aga</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Filippo Salvetti (Company)">Filippo Salvetti</a>, while her interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5853" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ideaeITALIA (Company)">Ideaeitalia</a>. Naval architecture was developed in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398544/image/large-eb37dae9115fefa2bdbe0ca1c1525280.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398544">Constructed with a GRP hull and superstructure, she has a beam of 6.22-metres and a shallow draft of 1.4-metres, enabling the yacht to access lagoons and shallow reefs. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398549/image/large-abeefc42468c243e6a39c40c94d58dfb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398549">In terms of outdoor living, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/built-by=ferretti" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Ferretti yacht for sale</a> is centred around an expansive flybridge measuring more than 40 square metres. Outfitted with an opening hardtop, a Jacuzzi, bar, dining area, retractable television and extended lounge spaces, it has been designed as the yacht's primary social hub.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398550/image/large-4ce7253ea855352b54e795f9bbdf85d0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398550">Additional outdoor living spaces include a foredeck lounge and aft cockpit, creating various spots for open-air meals and unwinding. Moreover, a 16-square-metre garage conveniently houses both a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Jet Tenders (Company)">Williams</a> 395 tender and a Jet Ski. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398552/image/large-1aad0801c26d3679e83cf1759556ba18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398552"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398551/image/large-b05b18ab4709f7afde9e3cbb6018ad88.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398551">Stepping Inside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Aga26.95m (88'5&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2023">yacht Lady Aga&nbsp;for sale</a> embraces a contemporary interior characterised by dark wood finishes and soft neutral furnishings. Her panoramic main saloon boasts floor-to-ceiling windows, letting in plenty of natural light alongside uninterrupted views of the ocean. Guest accommodations continue her minimalist and elegant aesthetic featuring muted textiles and marble-accented ensuite bathrooms.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398548/image/large-568c82f670d5124f8f19a8c6c6ddfbc8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398548"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398547/image/large-3cebe6718f1b379a6e3ad0c0888c1637.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398547">At an interior volume of 154 GT, accommodation onboard the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> is arranged for up to nine guests across four well-appointed staterooms, including a full-beam owner's suite. Separate quarters sleep up to four crew members, including her captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398559/image/large-05a43de694a1716fa9b2bf56c3d8d87f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398559"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398562/image/large-0fc6d779722569ebc5c20ee208ba2bfb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398562"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398563/image/large-8684a8d7d3354982f497f6ce3138dc55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398563">In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Aga26.95m (88'5&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2023">yacht&nbsp;Lady Aga for sale</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, providing a cruising speed of 20 knots and a top speed of 28 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398546/image/large-31e92481951ec99a21c55a1d3655f164.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398546">All images provided courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>.

 27m Ferretti motor yacht Lady Aga for sale

The 27m Ferretti 860 motor yacht Lady Aga has been listed for sale with Patrick Marine and IYC.

27m Ferretti motor yacht Lady Aga for sale

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luiz de Basto Designs (Company)">DeBasto Designs</a> has unveiled the first details of the new 70-metre explorer yacht Project Quest, in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398541/image/large-fc280a8327d52fae8e97a65200c427e4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398541">Designed with a striking metallic blue hull and superstructure, Project Quest boasts a strong profile with white accented deck overhangs. “Her exterior design is modern and aggressive, setting her apart from the generic standard explorers on the market,” explained designer Luiz DeBasto.&nbsp;Project Quest is defined by a sweeping ascending sheerline curve, with extensive glazing throughout. &nbsp;Her full-beam main saloon benefits from floor-to-ceiling windows which elevate her connection to the sea and provide plenty of light inside.&nbsp;Her large aft deck flows seamlessly into her main saloon and dining area on the main deck, which also includes an elevator which services her sun, main and lower decks. Amidships on the main deck is a VIP suite, alongside her full-beam owner’s suite.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398540/image/large-7c20dbf44a9650793545b9b01da6d978.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398540">Situated forward, her owner’s suite benefits from his-and-hers ensuite bathrooms, a California king-size bed and the possibility of sliding doors which lead to terraces on both her port and starboard.The lower deck of Project Quest includes four additional guest suites, alongside accommodation for a crew of 16 across eight cabins. This deck is also home to a spa, as well as her garage, which includes a side opening door for easy access to her water toys.&nbsp;Moving to her upper deck, guests onboard Project Quest can unwind in her skylounge, before making their way to her aft deck to relax on her deck. Here, an alfresco dining space for 10 allows for outdoor meals, while additional lounge seating makes the perfect spot for an aperitif cocktail. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398539/image/large-923db6accf3de9468847a780e33b6c3e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398539">For those looking to top up their tans, the sundeck of Project Quest plays host to a whirlpool spa, with integrated seating and the addition of sun loungers. The 70-metre yacht also boasts a touch-and-go helideck for extended exploration opportunities.&nbsp;As well as this, Project Quest is equipped with 10-ton cranes integrated into her aft deck bulwarks and the capability of carrying two 12.8-metre tenders. In terms of performance, Project Quest uses a diesel-electric propulsion system, providing the explorer yacht with great autonomy and range.

Project Quest: 70m Abeking & Rasmussen yacht concept by DeBasto

DeBasto Designs has unveiled the first details of the new 70-metre explorer yacht Project Quest, in collaboration with Abeking & Rasmussen.

DeBasto unveils 70m Abeking & Rasmussen explorer yacht concept Project Quest

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell Group</a> has acquired a strategic equity stake in South of France-based yachting brokerage and management company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a>.The move aligns with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell Group</a>'s continued development in providing services across private aviation, yachting, lifestyle and bespoke client support for an international clientele. Both companies have noted that this milestone builds on several years of close collaboration, founded on shared standards, mutual trust and a common understanding of client expectations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398542/image/large-fc3a3e0aa8d40c25fa60709314b387c2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398542">Founded in 2009, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a> specialises in yacht sales and purchase, charter, yacht management and consultancy services. Headquartered in Nice, the company also operates through a network of international offices across Europe and Asia. Under the new structure, the company will continue to operate under its established identity, with founder Nicolas Valin remaining as CEO.According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell</a>, the move reflects the growing demand from private clients, yacht owners and family offices seeking a single trusted partner capable of supporting their aviation, yachting, lifestyle, travel and property requirements through an integrated service offering.Clients of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a> will continue to benefit from their existing relationships while gaining access to Sparfell Group's wider international ecosystem and complementary services.Commenting on the announcement, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Person/623" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nicolas Valin, France (Person)">Nicolas Valin</a>, Founder and CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a>, said: "This was a natural evolution for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a> have worked closely together for several years, and we share the same values."He continued: "Joining the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell Group</a> allows us to grow internationally while preserving the identity and service culture that define <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a>."Moreover, Clément Lacoste, Managing Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparfell (Company)">Sparfell</a> Lifestyle added: "Many of our clients already trust Sparfell to support them across different aspects of their lives and assets, and yachting was a natural extension of that relationship. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neo Yachting (Company)">Neo Yachting</a> was already a trusted partner, including for shared clients, so strengthening our collaboration was a logical next step."

 Neo Yachting joins Sparfell Group

 Neo Yachting has joined Sparfell Group following the aviation group taking an equity stake in the yachting brokerage. 


Sparfell Group acquires strategic equity stake in Neo Yachting

Italy-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amer Yachts S.p.A. (Company)">Permare</a> has announced the launch of the 41.45-metre Amer 42 Explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12235" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Even Further41.45m (135'12&quot;)Amer Yachts S.p.A.2026">Even Further</a>. The launch marks the debut of the shipyard’s new custom steel yacht line.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398522/image/large-1acd72b04183e12e915641e259178b77.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398522">First unveiled as the Amer Steel Explorer 41 at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2022">2022 Monaco Yacht Show</a>, the explorer has since entered the water and completed her initial open-sea trials, where she recorded a fuel consumption of just 60 litres per hour at 9.5 knots in Eco Mode.Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news/per:24/title:amer/published:0/not_published:0#managed-by-system" target="_blank">Amer 41 steel explorer superyacht revealed at MYS 2022</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398526/image/large-de46c8c0cea990e0536ba4f8336639fe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398526">She was designed inside and out by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luiz de Basto Designs (Company)">Luiz de Basto</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5771" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Optima Design (Company)">Optima Design</a>. The steel-hulled explorer features an aluminium superstructure and is built to Ice Class standards for long-range cruising.Following the sea trials, the shipyard said the 440-tonne yacht is capable of a transoceanic range of 8,900 nautical miles in Eco Mode from her 56,300-litre fuel capacity. It added that the yacht’s performance figures exceeded those projected during the design phase.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398524/image/large-e627f566ee6eb6b38cc33fffaa22589e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398524">“This exceptional result is the outcome of a long and relentless pursuit of improved performance and reduced fuel consumption and emissions,” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amer Yachts S.p.A. (Company)">Amer Yachts</a> CEO Barbara Amerio. “We started in the late 1980s and, well before these topics became widely discussed, chose a path that today rewards us for the great sacrifices and initial scepticism we encountered. It is an advantage we can offer to our clients and to charter units, which are particularly sensitive to rising fuel costs.”The explorer combines expedition capabilities with Mediterranean-inspired aesthetics. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12235" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Even Further41.45m (135'12&quot;)Amer Yachts S.p.A.2026">Even Further</a> features a high bow, a touch-and-go helipad, a 17-metre flybridge, and twin 8,000-kilogram cranes integrated into the superstructure for launching and retrieving tenders.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398523/image/large-ea3dd745dc2ddd33a90ca60521f2a84e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398523">According to the shipyard, the yacht’s efficiency is the result of an innovative steel hull combined with an aluminium superstructure and an integrated propulsion package developed in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a>. The project follows more than a decade of research into applying IPS pod drives to larger steel-displacement yachts, a configuration traditionally reserved for smaller vessels.“The collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amer Yachts S.p.A. (Company)">Amer Yachts</a>, the result of more than 12 years of joint research and experimentation, demonstrates how technological innovation can radically transform the future of navigation, even over long distances,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> Vice President Yacht &amp; Superyacht Nicola Pomi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398525/image/large-e06d2a8c744d72b88753426e8e0c2df9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398525">Powered by quadruple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> D13 engines connected to twin IPS40 pod drives, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12235" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Even Further41.45m (135'12&quot;)Amer Yachts S.p.A.2026">Even Further</a> has a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 16.3 knots. In Eco Mode, two of the four engines are engaged, enabling the yacht to achieve ultra-low consumption and extended range efficiency during long passages.

First Amer 42 Explorer yacht Even Further launched

 Italy-based shipyard Permare has announced the launch of the 41.45-metre explorer yacht Amer 42 Explorer yacht Even Further.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398457/image/large-ff8ad46878c4170ffa4d1a3b4b244459.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398457">The 138.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.6m (454'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a> has been spotted off the coast of Deià, on the Spanish island of Mallorca, where she is currently anchored.Twenty years after her delivery, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.6m (454'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a> underwent a nine-month refit at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen's</a> Hamburg facilities beginning August 2024. She features a streamlined exterior with strong horizontal lines designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8232" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jon Bannenberg Ltd (Company)">Jon Bannenberg</a>, while her interiors were created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1193" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seccombe Design (Company)">Seccombe Design</a>. Originally conceived as a 120-metre superyacht, her commissioning owner opted to extend her by 18-metres during construction.With a volume of 7,841 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.6m (454'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a> is characterised by her expansive interior spaces and superstructure lined with full-height curved windows. Highlights include a dedicated owner's deck complete with a panoramic saloon and a spacious aft deck.In terms of propulsion, she is powered by quadruple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, enabling the yacht to cruise at 26 knots and reach a top speed of 28 knots.

Lürssen yacht Rising Sun in Mallorca

The 138.6-metre Lürssen superyacht Rising Sun has been spotted anchored off the coast of Deià.

139m Lürssen superyacht Rising Sun in Mallorca

The 89-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 828 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12427" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Milky Way89.0m (291'12&quot;)Feadship2026">Milky Way</a> has been spotted on sea trials following her launch from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> Royal Van Lent shipyard in Amsterdam, the Netherlands earlier this month. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398534/image/large-2e8b5478414d4bb2fb17f5a9f8cc3b63.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398534">Construction on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12427" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Milky Way89.0m (291'12&quot;)Feadship2026">Milky Way</a> began in 2023, with the yacht seen outside the shed for the first time in May 2025, when her hull was launched from the NMC hull fabrication shipyard in Nieuw-Lekkerland, the Netherlands.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/63248" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Exclusive: 89m highly-secretive Feadship 828 superyacht seen for the first time (2025-05-05 15:15:00 +0200)">89m highly-secretive Feadship 828 superyacht seen for the first time</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398536/image/large-cb5582a74ec9c13f521b6bc92bdfa76a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398536"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398532/image/large-32e1710606893ca622886d5babd738be.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398532">Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12427" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Milky Way89.0m (291'12&quot;)Feadship2026">Milky Way</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>, with interiors by British design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a>. The design brief was focused on creating a highly flexible multi-use yacht, with technical support for the project provided by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6940" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Occam Marine (Company)">Occam Marine</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398531/image/large-4f27fe1d0894b7acf3f419cc37e0d877.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398531"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398535/image/large-855af65ace08c6f81e87016851873fc3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398535"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12427" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Milky Way89.0m (291'12&quot;)Feadship2026">Milky Way</a> is defined by a purposely long bow, which is designed to optimise her exterior deck spaces, while her interior incorporates soft, flowing lines to create a cohesive spatial experience throughout. New images show an infinity symbol on her stern, with her name still displaying as both <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12427" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Milky Way89.0m (291'12&quot;)Feadship2026">Milky Way</a> and Royal Van Lent 828 on AIS. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398528/image/large-2f9766f29abba62a444d06e89151916d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398528"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398530/image/large-e172d1824dd68c0decfc2cde171baae3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398530"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398529/image/large-8e93fbe0bcd04463104484f7cb49d96e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398529">According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> has several yachts in-build, including the 143.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 831 superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65813" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bow of secretive 140m+ Feadship yacht seen for the first time (2026-04-09 15:45:00 +0200)">Project Maestro, which was seen for the first time in April 2026</a> and the 101.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 1014 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66132" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="101m Feadship 1014 superyacht on sea trials (2026-05-21 14:30:00 +0200)">Destiny, which was spotted on sea trials in May 2026</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/398533/image/large-9e2d7fb2eb57f2359795b6a61d3a195a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/398533">

Milky Way: 89m Feadship 828 yacht on sea trials

The 89-metre Feadship 828 yacht Milky Way has been spotted on sea trials following her launch earlier this month. 

Refits & Conversions

28m Kuipers motor yacht Slow Poke completes $8 million refit