The 142-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/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba136.8m (448'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Alibaba</a> has successfully completed her sea trials. Launched in December 2023, the yacht began sea trials early last week near Brunsbüttel, Germany and returned to the shipyard earlier this week. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328851/image/large-663a4487341f8e95d852a0eb89354f24.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328851">Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">German Frers</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba136.8m (448'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Alibaba</a> features naval architecture crafted in-house by her German shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, with interior design crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba136.8m (448'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Alibaba</a> exhibits <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>'s signature an elongated bow, complete with angular contours and striking exterior elements.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328852/image/large-a050f0ffd8414773aba49162e2ba2ddb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328852">Boasting four expansive decks that fuse sophistication with a military-like edge, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba136.8m (448'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Alibaba</a> features large exterior decks, with her aft deck spanning nearly half of her profile. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328853/image/large-b0de0c0b45328917472afdc8a3bbbd82.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328853"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba142.0m (465'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Alibaba</a> garnered attention last year when a technical failure of the dock gate forced water out of the dock, pushing her bow into the dock curtain as a consequence. As a result of this, <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/yachts/alibaba" target="_blank">Alibaba</a> was prematurely launched by <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/lurssen" target="_blank">Lürssen</a> in December 2023.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="140m+ in-build superyacht damages Lürssen dry dock in Bremen (2023-12-07 18:00:00 +0100)">140m+ in-build superyacht damages Lürssen dry dock in Bremen</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/326950/image/large-692c5a9315e6eca85d7c807f0b69f0a9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/326950">"<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba142.0m (465'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Alibaba</a> is a proud testament to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>’s ability to build yachts driven by the creative and challenging requirements set by our owners," added Peter Lürssen, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/326951/image/large-e1932aed6c3a64ee1080b92f979c3f10.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/326951">Regarding her propulsion system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba136.8m (448'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Alibaba</a> is equipped with a highly efficient Diesel-Electric Hybrid Propulsion Concept that combines diesel-propulsion technology with efficient modern electric propulsion systems.Her &nbsp;system consists of two diesel engines that drive two controllable pitch propellers through individual gearboxes, equipped with PTI/PTO units that can be used for either electric propulsion or generating electrical energy to operate <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba142.0m (465'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Alibaba</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba142.0m (465'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Alibaba</a> is also equipped with an electric Azimuth Pod Drive, which in electric mode can be used either separately, or together with the other propulsion components to generate the top speed. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba142.0m (465'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Alibaba</a> is scheduled for delivery later this year.According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Superyacht iQ</a>, other in-build superyachts by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> include the 134.2-metre yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Deep Blue134.2m (440'3&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2025">Deep Blue</a>, due for delivery in 2025, as well as the 114.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10233" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cosmos114.2m (374'8&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2025">Cosmos</a>, and 102.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JASSJ102.4m (335'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2025">JassJ</a>.&nbsp;

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The 142-metre Lürssen superyacht Alibaba has successfully completed her sea trials in Germany. 

142m Lürssen superyacht Alibaba completes sea trials 

The 101-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 1013 superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonrise101.0m (331'4&quot;)Feadship2025">Moonrise</a> has been spotted travelling from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> facility in Makkum, the Netherlands to Amsterdam in preparation for her sea trials.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357575/image/large-9ac238675e5daa90c9757bf7f8556b46.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357575">Construction of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonrise101.0m (331'4&quot;)Feadship2025">Moonrise</a> began in 2021, with her hull construction taking place at the Zwijnenburg Shipyard in 2022. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 1013 yacht was seen for the first time in October 2023, when her hull and superstructure were launched from the facility.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/58894" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Exclusive: Hull and superstructure of 101m Feadship Project 1013 superyacht launched (2023-10-19 09:45:00 +0200)">Exclusive: Hull and superstructure of 101m Feadship Project 1013 superyacht launched</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357579/image/large-eabe1deacf3e50784506a4dc7caebafd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357579"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357580/image/large-8bf4ffb76eb3c30ce39d6d65fea90d63.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357580"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonrise101.0m (331'4&quot;)Feadship2025">Moonrise</a> is an evolution of her predecessor, also called <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonrise99.95m (327'11&quot;)Feadship2020">Moonrise</a>, which was launched in 2020. The new Moonrise design shares similar exterior lines by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">Studio De Voogt</a> and sophisticated interior designs by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357578/image/large-57fd16dec0a0fef409d1517f673551a5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357578">A defining feature of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonrise101.0m (331'4&quot;)Feadship2025">Moonrise</a> is her tall mast and the complete absence of the domes which are typically found on superyachts, marking a first for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> designs. She also boasts a high near vertical bow, with sleek lines and a masculine profile.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357576/image/large-957b0294500180e99b8d170a01500cf9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357576"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357573/image/large-ec3661d011fec8fec30d0ed163c42514.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357573"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonrise101.0m (331'4&quot;)Feadship2025">Moonrise</a> is characterised by spacious exterior decks, with twin staircases providing direct access to her aft beach platform and main deck. She showcases an expansive sun deck, with a massage area, gym and hairdressing salon, as well as an extended swim platform and exterior decks. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357582/image/large-ea9c6f98aacc9589e8b31136befa6d70.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357582">Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonrise101.0m (331'4&quot;)Feadship2025">Moonrise</a> has an estimated volume of 4,000 GT. She also features an owner’s deck and a private cinema on the bridge deck, with her large glass panels suggesting her interior is illuminated with plenty of natural light.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357577/image/large-d8e5a6b345de034808186a99ee635a03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357577">Special attention was paid to minimising noise levels, with the design of the propellers and appendages reducing both underwater noise and interior sound levels. This achievement was made possible by the first known innovative fully resilient-mounted anchor winch foundation, featuring optimised chain routing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357581/image/large-c05a389f7884f9437e0e237cb48278ed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357581">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> 1013 is the sixth largest yacht to be launched by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, with the 101.2-metre in-build <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 1014 yacht planned to take over this spot once she is launched the following year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357574/image/large-d0a83f9c176b3dc7bd0243d66b86df09.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357574">

Moonrise: 101m Feadship 1013 yacht prepares for sea trials

The 101-metre Feadship 1013 superyacht Moonrise has been spotted travelling to Amsterdam in preparation for her sea trials. 

In Pictures: 101m Feadship 1013 superyacht Moonrise prepares for sea trials

A Florida jury has awarded more than $2.8 million in damages to three former crew members of the 63-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV</a>, following a high-profile lawsuit against the yacht’s ownership company, Utopia Yachting LLC. The case, which centred on the 2021 collision between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV</a> and the tanker Tropic Breeze, concluded on 17 April after a three-week trial.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/199024/image/large-92f05e9311967c4049a9ff909f869506.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/199024">The plaintiffs: Samuel Parrott (deckhand), Eric Ward (electro-technical officer), and Fred Wennberg (chief engineer) filed suit under the Jones Act for negligence, unseaworthiness and the failure to provide maintenance, cure and wages. The court awarded Parrott $591,000, Ward $805,000, and Wennberg $1,492,300 in total damages.According to plaintiff counsel Kavan Vartak of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moore & Co. P.A. (Company)">Moore &amp; Co</a>, the jury found that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV</a> willfully failed and/or delayed paying maintenance, cure and wages to all three men. Particularly severe findings were made in relation to Wennberg, for whom the jury found that the owners had failed to pay any medical expenses to date, despite his documented injuries.Punitive damages were also awarded in response to the willful delays experienced by Ward and Parrott, whose compensation and medical costs were withheld for extended periods. During the trial, Utopia Yachting LLC admitted liability for the 2021 collision and conceded that Captain Matthew Inglis was negligent in leaving the bridge while the yacht was underway at full speed at night, placing an untrained crew member in charge of navigation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/199028/image/large-b5f3b28603aeb74c0388d24ec2770445.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/199028">In a notable mid-trial admission, the ownership company acknowledged that Parrott had not been paid his wages for the past three years due to what it described as an “oversight”. The jury rejected this explanation, awarding substantial punitive damages in response.The collision between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV</a> and the gasoline tanker Tropic Breeze occurred on 23 December 2021, off the coast of the Bahamas. A report by the United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), published in 2023, concluded that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV</a> failed to maintain an effective bridge watch and did not use available navigation systems appropriately, with the captain absent from the bridge at the time of impact.The NTSB investigation identified multiple deficiencies in bridge management and communication on board Utopia IV, placing primary fault for the accident with the superyacht’s crew.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Full details of the 63m superyacht Utopia IV tanker collision revealed (2023-01-13 15:00:00 +0100)">Full details of the 63m superyacht Utopia IV tanker collision revealed</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/199027/image/large-396e9ef1b544c8cd7f653943163e214b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/199027">Commenting on the verdict, Vartak said, “It was a good result, and we are glad we were able to obtain a recovery for our clients. The amount of penalty damages awarded against <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV</a> is a reminder that the law protects injured seamen not only against an outright failure to pay maintenance, cure and wages, but also protects against delays in payment.”SuperYacht Times has reached out to Utopia Yachting LLC for comment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/199025/image/large-f7d5851932e33c58b2af59e6b3591896.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/199025">(17/04/2025)&nbsp;63m Utopia IV crew sue yacht following 2021 Bahamas collision with tankerThree former crew members of the 63-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> superyacht Utopia IV are suing the yacht’s ownership company, Utopia Yachting LLC, citing negligence under the Jones Act, unseaworthiness and failure to provide maintenance, cure and wages following the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Full details of the 63m superyacht Utopia IV tanker collision revealed (2023-01-13 15:00:00 +0100)">collision with a tanker in 2021</a>. The lawsuit, filed on 22 November 2022, has now reached its trial phase, more than two years after the incident in question. The trial stems from an incident that took place on the night of 23 December 2021, when <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV&nbsp;</a> collided with Tropic Breeze, a gasoline tanker, off the coast of the Bahamas.&nbsp;The impact caused the tanker to sink and its crew were rescued with the assistance of a nearby vessel, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/918" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amara57.3m (187'12&quot;)Feadship1986">Amara</a>. According to the plaintiffs' complaint, the accident was the result of navigational negligence by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV</a>’s captain.The lawsuit follows the release of a 12-page report by the United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in January 2023, which concluded that the collision was caused by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV&nbsp;</a>’s failure to maintain an adequate lookout.The NTSB attributed the primary fault to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV&nbsp;</a>’s crew, citing inadequate use of navigation systems and bridge management. At the time of the incident, the superyacht’s captain had left the bridge to check on guests and the bosun, who was simultaneously navigating and maintaining the bridge log, did not attempt to manoeuvre the vessel due to confusion over command protocol.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Full details of the 63m superyacht Utopia IV tanker collision revealed (2023-01-13 15:00:00 +0100)">Full details of the 63m superyacht Utopia IV tanker collision revealed</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254016/image/large-e659d6cc5d16b1ebbb491510b9051c02.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254016">The three plaintiffs, which include the electro-technical officer (ETO), chief engineer and deckhand have chosen to remain unnamed, but allege that negligence onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV&nbsp;</a>caused them lasting physical and psychological harm. They are represented by the maritime law firm <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moore & Co. P.A. (Company)">Moore &amp; Co</a>, based in Coral Gables, Florida.The Jones Act, officially known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, is a United States federal law that provides key protections to seafarers who are injured while working onboard vessels. Under the Act, crew members are entitled to compensation if they are hurt due to negligence by their employer or unsafe conditions onboard.&nbsp;It also ensures that injured seafarers receive “maintenance and cure,” which means the employer must cover medical treatment and basic living expenses until the individual has recovered or reached maximum medical improvement.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254014/image/large-a74bb6abba1f99f1b26549fbf77beb3c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254014">Electro Technical Officer According to court documents, the ETO was thrown across the vessel upon impact and sustained injuries after colliding with a wall and the floor. They later descended to the engine room to check for water ingress and passed the captain ascending the staircase. This detail has been emphasised in the complaint, which asserts that the captain should have been on the bridge at the time.The complaint also states that the yacht’s stabilisers had not been adjusted from underway to zero-speed mode, causing increased rolling and contributing to further injury. While attempting to aid rescue operations, the ETO reportedly injured their left foot and ankle.&nbsp;The ETO alleges they later intervened when the captain was steering the yacht dangerously close to rocks upon arrival in the Bahamas, prompting the first officer to take emergency control to avert a second incident.&nbsp;As a result of the incident, the ETO was diagnosed with multiple fractures, a severe hip injury, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and is also undergoing treatment for PTSD.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254019/image/large-3c72853c9c57ed9917b8ff2b27cc754a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254019">Chief EngineerThe chief engineer is also suing for multiple incidents of injury sustained between October 2021 and February 2022, including the period surrounding the Bahamas collision. The earliest injury occurred in Newport, Rhode Island, when they fell through a missing floor plate in the engine room. As well as this, a separate incident in the tender garage allegedly resulted in facial and head injuries due to a dislodged metal plate.During the December 2021 collision, the engineer was in their cabin and suffered whiplash and back injuries. The complaint notes that the yacht’s second mast light and radar were not operational at the time of the incident.&nbsp;Following the collision, the chief engineer reportedly suffered further injuries due to damaged onboard fixtures and in a later incident, a lithium ECR battery explosion that occurred while docked in Miami. That explosion caused temporary hearing loss and smoke inhalation injuries, according to the complaint.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254018/image/large-eca1e009c1b18a5b007e48c95e2e5d9c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254018">Deckhand&nbsp;The third plaintiff, a deckhand, was working in the yacht’s galley during the collision and was thrown backward into a wall. A sliding wall section containing two commercial ovens and kitchen equipment collapsed onto the deckhand’s leg, causing crushing injuries to their foot, ankle and lower leg. Diagnosed with multiple fractures and PTSD, the deckhand claims that their wages were abruptly terminated during medical leave and that medical payments were repeatedly delayed.The three plaintiffs have filed suit on three primary counts: failure to provide adequate maintenance and wages, Jones Act negligence and unseaworthiness. The defendants, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV&nbsp;</a> and Utopia Yachting LLC, have not publicly commented on the case at this time.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/215051/image/large-4cc8d8fb69962d74a781ed68d2c72d8b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/215051">According to the NTSB report in 2023, damage to<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV&nbsp;</a> included ruptured hull plating both above and below the waterline, compromised structural frames, a damaged ballast tank, broken bridge windows, and various dislodged fittings and equipment. The damage was valued at $2.4 million.Tropic Breeze and her cargo were declared total losses. The vessel was valued at $5.1 million, with an additional $343,881 in unrecoverable petroleum cargo. The tanker sank in waters approximately 2,834 metres deep.SuperYacht Times has reached out to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moore & Co. P.A. (Company)">Moore &amp; Co</a> for comment and will continue to follow developments in this case as it proceeds through the court.

Utopia IV crew awarded over $2.8m following 2021 Bahamas collision with tanker

Three former crew members of Utopia IV are suing the yacht following the 2021 collision with the tanker Tropic Breeze in the Bahamas. 

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Update: 63m Utopia IV crew awarded over $2.8m following 2021 Bahamas collision with tanker

The 40.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Oasis 40M superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dream40.8m (133'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2025">Dream</a> has been delivered, and was spotted and photographed by SuperYacht Times while docked in Cap d'Ail, France. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357351/image/large-d1c37016c4df43cfdc3c02dba6a907b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357351"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dream40.8m (133'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2025">Dream</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a>, interiors penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5263" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bonetti / Kozerski architecture DPC (Company)">Bonetti / Kozerski architecture DPC</a> and naval architecture crafted in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>.&nbsp;At a volume of 386 GT, the superyacht is capable of hosting as many as 10 guests across a five stateroom layout, while further accommodation is available to support a crew of up to nine members. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357350/image/large-c84b8009de16c6771f9eef415c22129d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357350">One of the defining traits of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Oasis 40M series is the signature Oasis Deck®, which involves opening side wings that convert the beach club area into a spacious terrace at the water’s edge, facilitating a closer connection to the sea.&nbsp;Where her performance is concerned, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dream40.8m (133'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2025">Dream</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 that propel her to a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 16 knots.&nbsp;

Benetti Oasis 40M yacht Dream delivered 

The 40.8-metre Benetti Oasis 40M superyacht Dream has been delivered, and was spotted and photographed by SuperYacht Times.

Benetti Oasis 40M superyacht Dream delivered 

The seventh 60-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12196" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels 600760.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2025">Amels 60</a> superyacht has embarked on sea trials from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> facility in Vlissingen, the Netherlands.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357166/image/large-b997b872abf3037dcde000984f06ef5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357166">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12196" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels 600760.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2025">Amels 60</a> yacht was seen outside the shed in February this year as she <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62707" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seventh 60m Amels 60 superyacht prepares for launch (2025-02-21 15:15:00 +0100)">prepared for her launch</a>, with delivery slated for early Summer 2025. Her interior renderings were first unveiled in January, showcasing interior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Harrison Eidsgaard (Company)">Harrison Eidsgaard</a> and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a>.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12196" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels 600760.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2025">Amels 60</a> yacht marks the first collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Harrison Eidsgaard (Company)">Harrison Eidsgaard</a> and the shipyard, with the studio now also responsible for the eighth hull, Amels 6008. The seventh yacht was sold by Rory and Sean Moran from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> who also acted as owner’s representatives throughout the build.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels 60: Damen Yachting unveils interior designs by Harrison Eidsgaard, Winch Design & Laura Sessa (2025-03-25 14:30:00 +0100)">Amels 60: Damen Yachting unveils interior designs by Harrison Eidsgaard, Winch Design &amp; Laura Sessa</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357168/image/large-5ae5f9fcaea6dfe618997f53c5325877.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357168">The interiors of the seventh <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12196" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels 600760.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2025">Amels 60</a> yacht are described by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> as embodying modern conviviality and "beach house luxury," featuring natural materials and intricate detailing. She features a warm-toned colour palette of sandy shades, with floor-to-ceiling windows in her main saloon which flood the social area with natural light.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12196" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels 600760.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2025">Amels 60</a> yacht can accommodate up to 12 guests across a six stateroom layout, with her master suite boasting a balcony overlooking the water to enhance her connection with the outdoor environment.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62353" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First interior look at seventh in-build Amels 60 superyacht (2025-01-07 16:30:00 +0100)">First interior look at seventh in-build Amels 60 superyacht</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357167/image/large-e58f24de732d1bd9843612650b3d9db1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357167">Key features onboard include a beach club, a full dive centre and an abundance of outdoor spaces, providing entertainment and relaxation for those onboard. Additionally, the seventh <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12196" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels 600760.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2025">Amels 60</a> yacht boasts an extended sundeck which was first incorporated into the second hull of the series.In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12196" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels 600760.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2025">Amels 60</a> yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, providing her with a cruising speed of 13 knots and a top speed of 15.5 knots. She will now undergo sea trials, before being delivered to owner.&nbsp;According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a>, there are currently several other Amels 60 yachts under construction including Amels 6008, 6009 and 6010, with completion dates of 2025, 2026 and 2027 respectively.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357165/image/large-37e8d6a07bb707a23e2c375b8ef22d80.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357165">

Amels 60: Seventh superyacht on sea trials

The seventh 60-metre Amels 60 superyacht has embarked on sea trials from the Damen Yachting facility in Vlissingen, the Netherlands. 

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Seventh Amels 60 superyacht on sea trials

The 49.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a> has been spotted on sea trials in the North Sea. Launched in December 2024, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a> is the third yacht in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>’s FDHF aluminium series with hybrid propulsion.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356761/image/large-78c38afec8cdbdb68870dbd7f6b0c1cf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356761">Designed by Frank Laupman of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>, she features a striking profile thanks to her near-vertical bow and spray rails, which enhance her functionality and improve buoyancy while navigating through waves. She was sold by Anton Michael James Foord of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Independence (Company)">Ocean Independence</a>, who also acted as the owner's representative.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a> boasts a contemporary interior design by Italian designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cristiano Gatto Design (Company)">Cristiano Gatto</a> and is characterised by bright internal spaces and an abundance of natural light. Inspired by NASA’s Orion spacecraft, she features a stellar interior design, paired with a neutral and natural colour palette.&nbsp;Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56549" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Orion: 50m Heesen superyacht interior design unveiled (2022-12-12 10:00:00 +0100)">Project Orion: 50m Heesen superyacht interior design unveiled</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356763/image/large-1ea91ecc71b1413f32328c239a099e5c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356763">The upper deck sky lounge of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a> is adorned with floor-to-ceiling windows, which are enhanced by soft grey carpets, polished steel and a dazzling silver Majilite leather ceiling – a feature which is replicated in her main saloon. “The ceiling is quite special, drawing the eye skyward and because we’ve used an upholstery material it's also super flexible,” added designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/205" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cristiano Gatto Design (Company)">Cristiano Gatto</a>.&nbsp;Her main saloon flows seamlessly into her fining area, with seating for up to eight guests under the illumination of a bespoke lighting fixture. Guests are also benefitted with sweeping vistas, thanks to floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, which enhance her dining experience and bridge the gap between her interior and exterior spaces.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests across six sumptuous staterooms, with her master suite situated forward on the main deck. The suite is decorated with Nabuk walls and oak Tatumi flooring, which contrasts against her white lacquered ceiling and sunken LED lighting.&nbsp;Her remaining guest staterooms consist of a full-beam VIP suite, two doubles and two twin suites located on the lower deck. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a> can also sleep a crew of nine across four cabins in her bow and her cabin’s cabin on the wheelhouse deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356764/image/large-79b6c4c830873e1c88811b26ad1da196.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356764"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a>’s outdoor spaces span 240 square-metres and include 77 square-metres of alfresco dining space on her sundeck. Protected by a hardtop, the sundeck is also equipped with a whirlpool Jacuzzi for the ultimate relaxation retreat.&nbsp;Her hydraulically-driven swim platform provides direct access to the water and also adjusts to dock height, allowing for smooth and safe boarding operations. As well as this, the platform doubles as a perfect springboard for those looking to dive into the water.With a hybrid power system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Project Orion</a> delivers both a silent cruising capability and flexible power management for maximum energy efficiency. Using just 600 kW each, her twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> 12V 2000 M61 (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Maritime Organization (Company)">IMO</a> III) engines provide her with a top speed of 16.3 knots.&nbsp;At 12 knots <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a> will consume just 98 litres per hour, excluding hotel load and at 10 knots in hybrid mode fuel consumption falls to just 45 litres per hour.&nbsp;

Orion: 50m hybrid Heesen superyacht Orion on sea trials

The 50m hybrid Heesen yacht Orion has been spotted on sea trials in the North Sea.

50m hybrid Heesen superyacht Orion on sea trials 

The first 40.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> SD132 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andiamo40.7m (133'6&quot;)Sanlorenzo2025">Andiamo</a> has been delivered to her owner following her launch in late 2024. As the first unit of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>’s new flagship model in the SD range, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andiamo40.7m (133'6&quot;)Sanlorenzo2025">Andiamo</a> is currently available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8164" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="EB Yachts Solutions (Company)">EB Yachts Solutions</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355800/image/large-6d7c861aaabea031baa1c3c859d6e68f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355800"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andiamo40.7m (133'6&quot;)Sanlorenzo2025">Andiamo</a>, the largest composite-built yacht and the new flagship of its semi-displacement line, features exterior design created 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>, which showcases distinctive asymmetrical layout across three decks. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355808/image/large-f79d617e1fd26d619cc7b7bdb19d8c35.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355808"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355811/image/large-491ef680972ed2b729e2bece45f36518.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355811"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355812/image/large-8f0e444d91a5e245562ab687b3d2f332.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355812">At a volume of 420 GT, the SD132 is capable of hosting up to 12 guests across five staterooms, including a full-beam, 55-square-metre owner's suite on the main deck with opening windows. On the lower deck, four additional guest staterooms with ensuite bathrooms can be found.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355814/image/large-0fbe4b4447832998fe18e70155718337.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355814"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355810/image/large-08ac06ad052b328e2a9171279c0406f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355810"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355809/image/large-095cb86c092ab19c88e7684a5d2b3553.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355809">"We’re incredibly excited to welcome the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> SD132, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andiamo40.7m (133'6&quot;)Sanlorenzo2025">Andiamo</a>, to our charter fleet. As the only one of its kind available for charter, representing such an extraordinary vessel as her central agency is an honour," Ieva Zukauskaite, Managing Director at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6719" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="EB Yachts (Company)">EB Yachts Solutions</a>, concluded. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355806/image/large-f5ff36da4d89c39da49610b1f47f124d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355806"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355805/image/large-bdee7ab114bd75e56514ef0b8eda92c0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355805">Among <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andiamo40.7m (133'6&quot;)Sanlorenzo2025">Andiamo</a>’s highlights are her 85-square-metre flybridge, an expansive beach club with a television-equipped bar and lounge seating area, a Technogym-outfitted gym and her Jacuzzi located on the bow. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355801/image/large-2d2f408dc2bb9de619264249a5f423b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355801"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355804/image/large-53b3d58a2d09bbc862f3f31ab88463a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355804">"The experience onboard is not just about the yacht itself but also the service provided by the exceptional crew led by Captain Tomislav Petric. Knowing the Adriatic as the back of his hand, guests can expect an unforgettable charter experience, just as memorable as the vessel itself,” Zukauskaite continued.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355802/image/large-d6f50e99c3429dc45f01bce1521b8cd7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355802">Performance-wise, the motor yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 11 knots and a top speed of 17 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355799/image/large-5f67a86950880a86ce2c05c6418ca5ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355799">

First 41m Sanlorenzo SD132 yacht Andiamo delivered 

The first 40.7-metre Sanlorenzo SD132 yacht Andiamo has been delivered to her owner following her launch in late 2024. 


The first 66.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> B.Now 67M Oasis yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iryna66.2m (217'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2024">Iryna</a> has been delivered to her owner by her Italian shipyard following her launch in July at the shipyard in Livorno.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355381/image/large-ad83b7fb6201f44c597b50602c10707a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355381"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/320098/image/large-e2e0a311042517eba2763e80d9e7b22b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/320098">Representing the owner, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arcon Yachts (Company)">Arcon Yachts</a> collaborated with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a> on the superyacht's exterior design, while her naval architecture was crafted in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>. Furthermore, her interiors, which are entirely bespoke, were imagined by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>'s Interior Design Department, under the leadership of Mariarosa Remedi. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319795/image/large-26a906c320a645018f4d2a22b32af0ed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319795">As per the owner’s vision for her design, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iryna66.2m (217'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2024">Iryna</a> features loose furniture from one of his favourite brands, Visionnaire. Throughout her interiors, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iryna66.2m (217'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2024">Iryna</a> displays leather free of chemical treatment. In addition, woods such as curly maple wood and macassar ebony are married to marble-effect ceramic tiling across the floors.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355329/image/large-3047efa9cee4b36ea23b763caf245796.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355329">The superyacht is composed of a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, and spans across six decks, which are defined by their notably large outdoor areas. From the top observation deck down to her lower deck, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iryna66.2m (217'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2024">Iryna</a> offers guests 500-square-metres of entertainment or relaxation space. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355327/image/large-716111468e1881553a528b84ac6a45f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355327">With a beam of 11.2-metres, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iryna66.2m (217'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2024">Iryna</a> is able to sleep as many as 15 guests onboard across two VIP staterooms on the main deck and four staterooms on the lower deck, as well as a full-beam owner's suite on the upper deck.One of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iryna66.2m (217'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2024">Iryna</a>’s most defining traits is the presence of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>’s Oasis Deck configuration, which first premiered on their Oasis 40-metre model <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7198" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Debra One40.8m (133'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2020">Debra One</a> (ex. Rebeca). The configuration consists of an open stern area on the yacht’s exterior, descending towards the water. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355330/image/large-dd406c31833e2c48734f83315ad8fc16.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355330">In addition, the area has the capacity to be widened via the side wing platforms, thereby allowing guests to admire a 270-degree panorama of sea views across 180 square-metres worth of surface area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355328/image/large-5207425cc347e7fc130bad752723e5ed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355328">Regarding her performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iryna66.2m (217'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2024">Iryna</a> is powered by triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 15 knots and a top speed of 16 knots, with a range of 5,000 nautical miles. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319803/image/large-0f284fe203088e274ebac325e4c73089.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319803">

First Benetti B.Now 67M Oasis yacht Iryna delivered 

The first 66.2-metre custom Benetti B.Now 67M Oasis yacht Iryna has been delivered to her owner by her Italian shipyard.


The 55-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11868" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solemates55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Solemates</a> is on sea trials, following her launch in January and her sale in the summer of 2024 to a repeat client of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>. The yacht’s sale was represented by Rupert Connor from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/939" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luxury Yacht Group LLC (Company)">Luxury Yacht Group</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355325/image/large-eebb19e62e2e36758dbae1ccb64958a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355325">Due to be delivered to her owner later this year, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11868" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solemates55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Solemates</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>, interiors 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> and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van Oossanen Naval Architects (Company)">Van Oossanen Naval Architects</a>.With a volume of 760 GT, she can host up to 12 guests across six staterooms, which include a 82 square-metre owner’s suite located on the main deck, offering maximum privacy. The yacht also accommodates a crew of up to 13 members in seven crew cabins. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355326/image/large-bda064b253847e0692518bf478f54e61.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355326">From an exterior view, the superyacht makes an impression with a bold, masculine silhouette. Indoors, her vibrant colour scheme displays a combination of lime green, teal and baby aqua blue.One of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11868" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solemates55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Solemates</a>'s standout features is her spacious 110-metre sundeck, complete with double staircase access, a whirlpool, a bar and a lounge area. Additionally, the main deck aft offers sofas, accompanied by double stairs leading down to the fixed swim platform.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355324/image/large-77402abda5ea892fc383d4e9eb759bb7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355324">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11868" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solemates55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Solemates</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, allowing her to reach a cruising speed of 13 knots and a top speed of 15.5 knots. With a steel hull welded in Oss and an aluminum superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11868" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solemates55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Solemates</a> is due for delivery in 2025.

55m Heesen yacht Solemates on sea trials 

The 55-metre Heesen superyacht Solemates is on sea trials. 


55m Heesen superyacht Solemates on sea trials   

The 44.33-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a> has departed the Netherlands in preparation for delivery to her owner. According to AIS, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a> is currently on route to Gibraltar.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347610/image/large-33b66d50fb388203414890c127b8ffbf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347610">Also known as Project 3093, construction on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a> began in 2021, with the Dutch shipyard announcing the turning of her hull in June 2023. Launched on 3 January, her 62-metre tall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a> rig were stepped the following week as she made preparations for her sea trials.&nbsp;Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62514" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="44m Vitters sailing yacht Magic on sea trials in the North Sea (2025-02-06 15:30:00 +0100)">44m Vitters sailing yacht Magic on sea trials in the North Sea</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347609/image/large-a634de6483f899241772d9001d531c0a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347609"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a> features naval architecture, deck plans and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/521" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reichel / Pugh Yacht Design (Company)">Reichel/Pugh Yacht Design</a>, with interior styling by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/329" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Design Unlimited (Company)">Design Unlimited</a>, in collaboration with Pieter Laureys. During her construction, Ezio Dal Maso of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7786" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stephenson Harwood (Company)">Stephenson Harwood</a> acted on the behalf of the owner.The owner’s brief for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a> was to create a “a sleek and relaxed interior, with an effortless grace that’s infused throughout every part of the yacht.” Her owner tailored the interior architecture to achieve interior living spaces which perfectly suited their preferences.The first interior renderings of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a> were unveiled in September 2024 in preparation for her launch in January 2025. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a> exhibits a colour palette of warm, harmonious tones that integrate between finishes with juxtaposing textures.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/61385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First interior look at in-build 44m Vitters sailing yacht Magic (2024-09-17 12:30:00 +0200)">First interior look at in-build 44m Vitters sailing yacht Magic</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347612/image/large-e6040cf94fd4a65d93c422ff37a84efe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347612">At the forefront of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a>’s design is a constant merging between the indoors and outdoors, which is demonstrated in the main deck 360-degree views visible from the saloon. Her layout prioritises sea views, allowing for a sense of spaciousness, through openness and natural light.In terms of accommodation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a>’s owner’s stateroom is located at the stern and is complete with an ensuite bathroom, his-and-hers walk-in wardrobes and a private office for space for work at sea.Towards the bow and forward of the engine room there’s a double stateroom to port and a bunked stateroom for children to starboard. To aft and accessed via a grand staircase from the main deck, there are two ensuite staterooms, which can be converted as either twin or doubles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347611/image/large-275cc01fcd33141bd530aa5c86033279.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347611"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a> is characterised by a modern exterior design, with dynamic lines combined with a timeless contemporary interior styling. She features a large use of glass and expansive deck space, which includes a large covered cockpit that is protected from the elements.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a> is equipped with a wealth of innovative solutions and onboard amenities such as, two submarine anchor systems and a peak shaving battery system for efficient power management. As well as this, her transom area can be converted into a large beach club, offering direct access to the sea.Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">W Magic</a> is a single-screw diesel yacht, with a cruising speed of nine knots, a top speed of 12 knots and a range of 3,000 nautical miles. She is currently for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>.

W Magic: 44m Vitters sailing yacht delivered

The 44.33-metre Vitters sailing yacht W Magic has departed the Netherlands in preparation for delivery to her owner. 

44m Vitters sailing yacht W Magic delivered

Three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> superyachts were spotted being transported through the Netherlands in preparation for sea trials in the North Sea. The fleet included the 55-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Agnetha55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Agnetha</a>, the 55-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11868" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solemates55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Solemates</a> and the 49.8-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355075/image/large-34dd5d52b235511a6f3396a2fc7c138b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355075"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355073/image/large-d31af663a97a96e14a8da60c46e10806.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355073">“We extend our thanks to Rijkswaterstaat and Mourik for their invaluable partnership and seamless operations, which ensured a safe and efficient journey,” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a> commented.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355074/image/large-307583577aa1f0b745bee19fe8387c7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355074">55m Agnetha The recently launched 55-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Agnetha55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Agnetha</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>, interiors penned 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> and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van Oossanen Naval Architects (Company)">Van Oossanen Naval Architects</a>.&nbsp;Due to be completed this summer, among <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Agnetha55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Agnetha</a>’s defining exterior traits are the distinctive “shark tooth” feature present on the wheelhouse overhang, and the option to remove aft superstructure pillars for an improved continuity between indoor and outdoor spaces.Built with a ultra-efficient Fast Displacement hull (FDHF) that provides stability across a range of conditions, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Agnetha55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Agnetha</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> 4000 M63 (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Maritime Organization (Company)">IMO</a> Tier III) engines that propel her to a top speed of 15.5 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355072/image/large-844d5a32ac6409dca0e4c0dd533adf47.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355072">55m Solemates Having been launched in January and with a delivery date of 2025, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11868" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solemates55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Solemates</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>, interiors by Silvia Margutti of <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> and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van Oossanen Naval Architects (Company)">Van Oossanen Naval Architects</a>.At a volume of 760 GT, the motor yacht is capable of sleeping as many as 12 guests across a six stateroom layout. Spanning 82-metres, the spacious owner’s suite can be found on the main deck, offering maximum privacy.Regarding her performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11868" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solemates55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Solemates</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 that propel her to a cruising speed of 13 knots and a top speed of 15.5 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355071/image/large-39163b410765592b1cf92a0f8aa1d205.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355071">50m OrionDesigned by Frank Laupman of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a> features a striking profile thanks to her near-vertical bow and spray rails, which enhance her functionality and improve buoyancy while navigating through waves.Launched in late 2024, the recently sold <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests across six sumptuous staterooms, with her master suite situated forward on the main deck. The suite is decorated with Nabuk walls and oak Tatumi flooring, which contrasts against her white lacquered ceiling and sunken LED lighting.With a hybrid power system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11869" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orion49.8m (163'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Orion</a> delivers both a silent cruising capability and flexible power management for maximum energy efficiency. Using just 600 kW each, her twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> 12V 2000 M61 (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Maritime Organization (Company)">IMO</a> III) engines provide her with a top speed of 16.3 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355070/image/large-865708e005a309cfb28f60cf4f482536.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355070"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355076/image/large-71ca41a13c09329a900eee0cd0a176c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355076">

In Pictures: Three Heesen superyachts spotted

Three Heesen superyachts were spotted being transported to the North Sea.


In Pictures: Three  Heesen superyachts spotted en route to sea trials 

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frans Heesen, the founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a>. Frans passed away peacefully on 23 April 2025 in his hometown of Oss, the Netherlands.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357862/image/large-6411dbdee505fdc49ea7795c1cd38fe8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357862">Frans Heesen leaves behind a legacy as one of the most influential figures in the Dutch yachting industry. Known for his visionary leadership and unwavering determination, he founded Heesen Yachts in 1978 and led the company through a transformative period of innovation and expansion.A defining moment in Frans' career came with the construction of the groundbreaking motor yacht Octopussy, which pushed the boundaries of speed and design. The project not only broke records as the ‘world’s fastest yacht’ but also catapulted <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a> to international prominence.Frans was widely admired for his ability to recognise and nurture talent. His leadership style created a sense of unity within the shipyard, cultivating a close-knit environment that many likened to a family. Even after the company changed ownership, the values and spirit instilled by Frans continued to resonate throughout the yard.“Frans’ contributions have left an indelible mark on the yachting industry and everyone who had the honour of working with him,” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a>. “His presence will be profoundly missed, but his spirit and vision will forever remain a guiding force at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a>."Frans is survived by his wife Petra, his children and grandchildren.SuperYacht Times extends its deepest condolences to Frans Heesen’s family, friends and all those at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a> during this time of loss.

Frans Heesen: Heesen Yachts Founder passes away

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frans Heesen, the founder of Heesen Yachts.

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In Memoriam: Heesen Yachts Founder Frans Heesen passes away

The first interior renderings of the in-build 66-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 superyacht have been unveiled, providing a closer look at her design before her completion in 2027. The yacht is currently available for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5554" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikonic Yachts (Company)">Ikonic Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357617/image/large-90758d203394da4c3bea9c983a37305e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357617">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 yacht features interior styling and exterior design created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/65" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuvolari Lenard (Company)">Nuvolari Lenard</a>, while her naval architecture is credited to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a>. Today, the yacht’s machinery is in place and her lower deck piping is completed, while flooring has begun.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310599/image/large-458097d1e6fff399ebf997e303464fa7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310599"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357618/image/large-0ff26ea7fbec0b729ce9efe36721bd22.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357618">From the outside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 yacht displays a sleek, aerodynamic exterior profile with a reverse bow for enhanced hydrodynamics. Her expansive deck areas include an infinity pool positioned at the stern, an expansive beach club and a Jacuzzi with sunpads on the sundeck. Moreover, the outdoor living areas benefit from glass bulwarks for a closer connection to the sea. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357633/image/large-4fa755dd636ee688149ce2f859efe136.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357633"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357630/image/large-c45f868e66d0cef3dffbc7a1189d35ad.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357630"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357639/image/large-b2bd8b6fd1ea9e796777344de084a32d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357639">With a beam of 11-metres and a volume of 1,200 GT, the yacht is capable of hosting as many as 14 guests across a seven stateroom layout, including a full-beam owner’s suite with a private balcony, walk-in closet and spa-inspired ensuite bathroom.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357619/image/large-7ae785be33c250369cba8d2b7c67b52c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357619"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357626/image/large-be86868a0875421c13761f3e51b34a3e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357626"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357627/image/large-d1394762260f549ea6bd27e31503df8e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357627">Remaining guests are accommodated in a VIP suite with floor-to-ceiling windows and five staterooms, all of which are ensuite. Further accommodation is available to support a crew of up to 17 members onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357623/image/large-b2dce4f374b5faa7dbdb4e025e8ed580.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357623"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357629/image/large-317af041cbc981b5051fdf8d19e8c5ff.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357629"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357634/image/large-ed46d467646065f21e07cafaf4e83679.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357634">Throughout her largely customised interiors, the yacht showcases a modern, minimalist decor decked out in materials such as carbon fibre, marble and custom woods. Meanwhile, the floor-to-ceiling windows flood indoor living spaces with plenty of natural light as well as panoramic vistas of the scenery.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357642/image/large-7553f5c583b6d1d70f0454ef9b0600e8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357642"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357644/image/large-ed768fa34b7ab035c86a6859bf6aa8fa.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357644">A highlight of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 yacht is her main saloon fitted with open-plan seating and a formal dining area, while further socialising can be had in her sky lounge, which boasts a bar, cinema setup and direct access to the outdoor terraces. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357637/image/large-195cd3e3ef9d9ea63f6e26e2ba0d0d7d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357637"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357635/image/large-2d990d6685f649f772c98b79c24d0fe1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357635"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357631/image/large-f732fbd02fb7d495661d16aad7c85e85.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357631">In addition, the yacht’s beach club is home to both a bar and gym, and her tender garage can house a nine-metre tender, Jet Ski’s, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seabob Adriatic (Company)">Seabobs</a> and diving gear. Furthermore, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 yacht is equipped with contemporary entertainment systems, smart automation and high speed internet. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357643/image/large-f712f85913ef8312c5ccb58db3d811a5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357643"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357638/image/large-f07a7591dcf7920b2629ba1b1079d60c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357638">When it comes to her performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of about 15 knots and a top speed of 18.5 knots. The yacht has a transatlantic range of over 5,000 nautical miles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357628/image/large-fd0c40334439e853bd26f6b1cc717df4.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357628"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357616/image/large-ddc5626474fe8bcf6e3fe5f6e7233995.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357616">

First interior look at the 66m ISA Sportiva 66 yacht

The first interior renderings of the in-build 66m ISA Sportiva 66 superyacht have been unveiled.

First interior look at the in-build 66m ISA Sportiva 66 superyacht

The 34.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zulu 334.1m (111'11&quot;)Sanlorenzo2017">Zulu 3</a> sold, with Cornelius Kistler of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="breezeYachting.Swiss (Company)">breezeYachting.Swiss</a> introducing the buyer and Nick Hatfield of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6397" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo United Kingdom (Company)">Sanlorenzo United Kingdom</a> representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314251/image/large-2ee4bf979988448103388bf791bf39cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314251">Delivered in 2017 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> SD112 series, the yacht features exterior design created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/586" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Francesco Paszkowski (Company)">Francesco Paszkowski</a> and naval architecture penned in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314248/image/large-3076cbfb02261158a30b81be40d56dc5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314248"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314249/image/large-23234c4ffc8bc80ea405866b6b877a7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314249">With a beam of 7.66-metres, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zulu 334.1m (111'11&quot;)Sanlorenzo2017">Zulu 3</a> is able to host as many as eight guests across a four stateroom layout, including a main-deck owner’s suite, a VIP suite and two guest staterooms on the lower deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314241/image/large-9da1e12400ecbc4041d224b4b50e7186.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314241"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314235/image/large-fc067c951fd71f448a0c7629956a1a28.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314235"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314236/image/large-417852245526b03324ae988794dd4ebc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314236">Among <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zulu 334.1m (111'11&quot;)Sanlorenzo2017">Zulu 3</a>’s most defining characteristics are her spacious volume of 266 GT, her timeless interior decor and selection of water toys. On deck, guests are offered ample opportunities for socialising or dining alfresco in either the shade or sunshine. Exterior highlights include a hardtop covered bar area on the flybridge and an Aquasol Jacuzzi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314246/image/large-0f5ea02ecfb34788fdab97f75ec5f1b4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314246"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314245/image/large-8b67c9582200b699def38a014d7650c6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314245"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314233/image/large-5ecafb295e0fe8d247c4311d62c0e3a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314233">When it comes to her performance, the motor yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 15 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314229/image/large-f7bd7198a776cb378a30d6e8c4e3c410.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314229">At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zulu 334.1m (111'11&quot;)Sanlorenzo2017">Zulu 3</a> had a last known asking price of €7,750,000.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314231/image/large-1ced8d26e8c363b92dda38b3c8a98061.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314231">

34m Sanlorenzo yacht Zulu 3 sold

The 34m Sanlorenzo yacht Zulu 3 sold, with breezeYachting.Swiss introducing the buyer and Sanlorenzo United Kingdom representing the seller. 


34m Sanlorenzo motor yacht Zulu 3 sold

In today’s superyacht landscape, luxury is no longer solely defined by a yacht’s design or the exclusivity of the destination. True luxury lies in the seamlessness of the experience – where every detail has been anticipated, and guests can immerse themselves in the moment with complete confidence. And yet, one of the most vital elements underpinning this experience – security – is often overlooked, misunderstood, or introduced only as a reactive measure.Having spent over two decades in the security and risk management space, including elite maritime military units, and working alongside Royalty, Government officials, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and private crews, Ben Gavins, Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ARX 360 (Company)">ARX 360</a>, has seen how expectations around superyacht security have evolved. “We’re not just providing protection,” he explains. “We’re integrating into a lifestyle. It’s about intelligent movement, emotional intelligence, and understanding the rhythm of life on board.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356504/image/large-644c313b9c5be0717e3b1fe96b9bf61e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356504">The risks you don’t seeSecurity on board is often associated with piracy or theft – risks that, while still present in certain geographies, are not the most pressing concerns for today’s owners and guests. Instead, the contemporary threat landscape is far more nuanced, with vulnerabilities arising from technology, visibility, and day-to-day interactions. These include:• Drone surveillance and paparazzi activity in high-profile locations• Increased social media exposure of guests, family members, and crew – often unknowingly revealing location data• Local opportunist crime during shore excursions, shopping trips, or tender transfers• Unvetted staff or service providers joining the yacht without proper background checksGavins highlights social media as a particular risk. “Posting real-time updates might seem harmless, but for high-profile individuals it can reveal locations, schedules, even security arrangements. It’s not just clients – it’s crew, family, friends. Everyone plays a part.”Such exposure can not only jeopardise personal safety but also undermine the security team’s ability to operate effectively. “Once a location is shared, it becomes a beacon – attracting everything from paparazzi to opportunists, and potentially worse.”Establishing procedures with clients around security often falls outside the purview of the captain or crew’s role, but it can have a major impact on the guest experience, particularly if a location is shared with paparazzi, for example, who then disrupt the charter and raise broader security concerns. Engaging security experts ahead of the charter can ensure that everyone is aware of the risks, and procedures can be put into place, such as delayed posting on social media, to ensure live data is not distributed into the ether. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/326727/image/large-0606eaebc55c2651f522da0e2007b6bb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/326727">Why embedded security beats standalone solutionsWhile security often becomes an afterthought, once a charter has already been coordinated, the introduction of a last minute, inexperienced security team can cause friction onboard vessels, at times even being viewed as an obstacle to operations. For example, if security personnel need to be accommodated aboard the vessel, this can cause complications if left to the last minute and lead to a frustrated crew and even to a compromised security plan.&nbsp;Embedding yacht security or executive protection personnel into the charter coordination from the beginning enables security personnel to integrate into the crew and into the management of the charter. It also enables the team to coordinate advance reconnaissance of charter locations, including risk &nbsp;assessment of itineraries, and seamless coordination with crew and shore-side logistics teams.&nbsp;An integrated security team also enables the necessary flexibility that comes with yacht charter. When plans change, as they often do, well integrated security personnel are able to adapt quickly, whether onboard or working with an onshore team, to provide short-term reconnaissance as itineraries evolve.&nbsp;“At <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ARX 360 (Company)">ARX 360</a>, we’re not there to take over,” says Gavins. “We’re there to complement the crew. Our role isn’t just to respond if something goes wrong – it’s to ensure everything goes right.” He adds, “The best security doesn’t stand out. It integrates.”Breaking the stereotypeIn many senses, the traditional perspective of security; suited strongmen with stiff demeanours, is entirely unfit for most yachting environments, where the setting is private, casual and highly personalised.&nbsp;As such, the security team needs to be appropriately experienced with an understanding of the nuances of both the luxury and yachting lifestyle. Ben Gavins explains, “I refer to it as avoiding ‘empty suits’ – those agents who are just standing around looking imposing. Our agents are intelligent individuals who are integrated into the itinerary, aware of the crew dynamics, and know how to liaise with key personnel like the captain, purser, or manager to help things run smoothly. Our aim is to support, not obstruct, the overall experience – for both crew and client. That applies on board and ashore.”This skillset has become increasingly important in recent years, as charter clients and owners are using yachts for longer periods, for very personal and family oriented trips, in which a security personnel could be perceived as an obstacle. Instead the team needs to create a safe and comfortable environment for the client, in which they feel unhindered and can conduct any activities with utter confidence. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/286276/image/large-1a1de47b5af69bc4f3f13bf690b09332.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/286276">Real value beyond the obviousA telling example? “Let’s say a VIP guest is planning a shopping trip during the Monaco Grand Prix,” says Gavins. “You’ve got crowds, media, opportunists – it’s a complex environment. The traditional overt approach to security can draw unwanted attention and escalate risk. Our approach is smarter: discreet reconnaissance, strategically placed agents, and seamless coordination with crew ensure robust protection without the spotlight.” This approach enables a frictionless experience. The client enjoys total freedom, without a single interruption – and without even thinking about, or being unnecessarily aware of, security.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ARX 360 (Company)">ARX 360</a>’s flexibility also extends to how teams are deployed – on board, ashore, or both, depending on the space and itinerary. “Some clients or crew are unable to, or don’t want to sacrifice cabin space. That’s fine – we adapt. We are able to position teams ashore with the flexibility to move at the clients discretion, with agents working in shifts onboard the yacht ensuring 24/7 surveillance without disruption to the guest schedule.”Advice for owners, captains, and brokersFor those preparing for a busy charter season or planning private cruising, Gavins offers three key insights:1. Integrate early – “The earlier we’re engaged, the more value we can add. We’re not just a safety net – we’re part of the service architecture and want to make things go right”2. Choose intelligence over presence – “Don’t just hire someone who looks the part. Hire someone who understands luxury dynamics and can operate within them.”3. Make security invisible – “If we’re doing our job right, our presence blends in, clients know we are there but we don’t attract unwanted attention and the yacht just runs seamlessly.”The role of modern superyacht security isn’t about control – it’s about contribution and team work. “It’s not about standing out and looking tough,” Gavins concludes. “It’s about being effective team players – with discretion, with insight, and with respect for the lifestyle our clients expect”In an industry defined by seamless experience, it’s time security was seen as part of the solution – not a disruption.&nbsp;

Superyacht security with ARX 360

We discuss modern superyacht security with Ben Gavins of ARX 360. 

Discreet by design: Rethinking security in the modern superyacht experience 

The 60-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dream60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2001">Dream</a> has entered the market with Charles Carveles and Jonathan Barbe of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/dream/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Dream for sale</a>, represents the opportunity to acquire a proven world cruiser with timeless design and transatlantic capabilities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357659/image/large-f21e1b85a54cb10f52b0017327d37c1e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357659">Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dream60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2001">Dream</a> was delivered in 2001 from Germany. The 1,099 GT <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/41" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Donald Starkey Designs (Company)">Donald Starkey Designs</a>, with naval architecture penned by her builder, <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/357677/image/large-ba72f1bb872df263c89cd0804207a5cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357677"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357676/image/large-a9bad116f81a16f61d3db2b7f7551ee9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357676">Since her delivery, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dream60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2001">Dream</a> has benefitted from an impressive programme of upgrades and refits, with her most recent upgrades completed in 2023. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is offered for sale in turnkey condition, following consistent maintenance and thoughtful enhancements under the stewardship of just two experienced owners since new.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357675/image/large-9a2889eac54cc03c2816009895e778c9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357675"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357673/image/large-27686f0893d8cf2f7782f8990c374ce8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357673"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357671/image/large-69887bc10831295d07061aebe9be21e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357671"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dream60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2001">Dream</a> boasts a zen-inspired interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/17" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bannenberg & Rowell Design (Company)">Bannenberg &amp; Rowell</a>, creating a tranquil and curated aesthetic. Precious woods have been combined with soft lighting and bespoke European furnishings, with Asian artwork added to create an environment of elegant calm.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357690/image/large-40970d3b03cff12ad13410d909cc7120.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357690"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357688/image/large-4d8ba6ed682066837ae5b7cc82ce40c7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357688"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357692/image/large-420202547d1af3ad21b5e88dae0259fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357692"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357693/image/large-ee3f76aafe0c4210ef931b548de274f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357693"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dream60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2001">Dream</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 16 guests across as many as nine staterooms, with her full-beam owner’s suite spanning 110 square-metres on the main deck. The suite includes his-and-hers walk-in wardrobes, dual ensuite bathrooms with a Jacuzzi and steam shower, as well as two convertible spaces currently arranged as a yoga room and a private office.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357702/image/large-f307f399db29a2750a308323138993cd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357702"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357701/image/large-a8916c62cbfd001e7767ae20f9908413.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357701"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357700/image/large-c813fe0a3993e08bf31e5a89609cd1d5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357700">On the bridge deck, a VIP suite benefits from sweeping views, with a twin stateroom adjacent, while the lower deck houses four more ensuite guest staterooms, consisting of two doubles and two twins. The twin staterooms can be converted into lounge spaces and each twin can be joined with an adjoining double to create VIP-style suites with his-and-hers bathrooms.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357694/image/large-7033fb75a33c5faeb0b5b1a2e5b961f0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357694">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/abeking-rasmussen/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen yacht for sale</a>’s exterior decks have been designed to maximise enjoyment at sea. Her expansive sun deck features an oversized Jacuzzi surrounded by built-in sunpads, a full-service bar and shaded lounging areas for relaxation or entertaining. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357696/image/large-b9c263489e5df91ddcbc7dfa2ae27387.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357696"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357695/image/large-25608d7b95493d71f67f7e53de6df3cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357695">Her bridge deck aft is equally well-appointed, offering sheltered alfresco dining that flows seamlessly into the stylish skylounge, which transforms into a cinema complete with a 103-inch screen and surround sound.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357697/image/large-0f5fa216bf63d6264221f25107607988.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357697"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357698/image/large-3a379773cc3188690948b0be4052d520.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357698">The main deck aft of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dream60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2001">Dream</a> includes a large terrace for casual seating, morning coffee or evening aperitifs, leading into a bright and welcoming main saloon with a formal dining area amidships. At the water’s edge, a beach club opens to a large hydraulic swim platform, providing direct access to the sea and the yacht’s wide selection of toys and tenders.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357647/image/large-a0d98a8748cf306f5416760e8d20825d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357647">For those looking to explore further on the water, her fleet of toys and tenders includes a 10-metre Intrepid chase tender, which can be stored on deck for long crossings. She also carries a 7.3-metre Beachlander for seamless shore access and a 4.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zodiac Maritime Ltd. (Company)">Zodiac</a> rescue tender. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357662/image/large-26f16854eb28736404d3ea4ba7f23556.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357662">Her toy inventory includes WaveRunners, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seabob Adriatic (Company)">SeaBobs</a>, full dive gear with a Nitrox compressor, paddle boards, a waterslide, a jellyfish pool and a full beach setup, allowing her to cater to every guest's needs. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357660/image/large-2f7bd2cfb7de8da7a2bf16e47814cdbb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357660">Additional highlights onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dream60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2001">Dream</a> include a Technogym-equipped gym, an ultra-quiet operational profile with sound levels of just 41 decibels in the owner’s suite while cruising and accommodation for up to 16 crew to ensure a high standard of service.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357678/image/large-238d3f0b69e40e3623479e669146b87c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357678">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dream60.0m (196'10&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2001">Dream</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> 1,877 horsepower engines that deliver a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 16 knots. Her range of 5,000 nautical miles offers true transatlantic capability, proven through multiple crossings of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum</a> zero-speed stabilisers also enhance guest comfort, ensuring a smooth experience at anchor and underway.

Dream: 60m Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht for sale

The 60-metre Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht Dream has entered the market with Edmiston. 

60m Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht Dream for sale

The 36.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a> yacht Harmony has been sold in an in-house deal and renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perseus36.2m (118'9&quot;)Maiora2017">Perseus</a>. Tony Vamvakidi and Terry Efremidi of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2482" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North Star Yachting (Company)">North Star Yachting</a> represented both the buyer and seller during negotiations. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/13005/image/large-c39fd693cfa671d4265e4d8b8d61e07b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/13005">Delivered in 2017, the motor yacht features exterior design penned by Quartostile and naval architecture crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/12980/image/large-21a6fa987b2307cddd7966aa4c66c14f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/12980"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/12993/image/large-302f7a9a03bfac64ac85330dddc9d95e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/12993">At a volume of 273 GT, the yacht is capable of hosting as many as 10 guests across a five stateroom configuration, while further accommodation is available to support a crew of up to seven members onboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/12956/image/large-1b27853c017afea38312be69950061ca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/12956"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/12961/image/large-ead82f5bb28c50251d7b0bd4a0dd5961.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/12961"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/12953/image/large-474ef5e1617fa215a2f4e4db1e93ad35.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/12953">On deck, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perseus36.2m (118'9&quot;)Maiora2017">Perseus</a> offers a variety of alfresco entertainment forms, including sunbathing on the sunpads that flank her Jacuzzi, dining alfresco in either the sunshine or shade and having a swim in the surrounding seascape.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/12984/image/large-bf22f0e254d13032bb952ba2c824fc6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/12984"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/12985/image/large-61fdba7f30275b79aaeabbd34d3c9eaa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/12985"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/12998/image/large-4dc086d900654ebca2d8899e835ce3dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/12998">Regarding her propulsion, the flybridge yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines. She is composed of a GRP hull and superstructure. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/13046/image/large-2ed23a337bdac0dcf6fae0df04ecd7a8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/13046">At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perseus36.2m (118'9&quot;)Maiora2017">Perseus</a> had a last known asking price of €8,370,000. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/13044/image/large-e809b92fdf4ae7fa9f732230675f8092.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/13044">

36m Maiora yacht Perseus sold

The 36.2-metre Maiora yacht Harmony has been sold in an in-house deal and renamed Perseus. 


36m Maiora yacht Harmony sold and renamed Perseus 

The 23.35-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7718" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Smögens Plåt & Svetsindustri (Company)">Smögens Plåt &amp; Svetsindustri</a>&nbsp;conversion yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13923" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astra23.35m (76'7&quot;)Smögens Plåt & Svetsindustri1995">Astra</a> sold with Tue Simon Fasting of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1817" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon Rydell Yachts (Company)">Falcon Rydell Yachts</a> representing the buyer and seller, alongside John Clayman of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5403" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seaton Yachts (Company)">Seaton Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315000/image/large-549df9ad2b8d03e861b525ac313bea98.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315000">Delivered in 1995 by her Swedish builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13923" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astra23.35m (76'7&quot;)Smögens Plåt & Svetsindustri1995">Astra</a> features exterior design, interior styling and naval architecture all crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7719" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FKAB Marine Design (Company)">FKAB Marine Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315005/image/large-3715090157c815874553c2f091b1adc9.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315005"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314999/image/large-1637a0a3f905dc525efb655d643fa340.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314999">With a volume of a 156 GT and a beam of 6.63-metres, the yacht is capable of hosting as many as 10 guests across a five stateroom layout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315009/image/large-67d533d9f5422ed11c15cc41af048a45.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315009"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315010/image/large-6f2678b4f5bed5a796d4ed169d2476e8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315010">Characterised as a robust, go-anywhere expedition vessel, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13923" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astra23.35m (76'7&quot;)Smögens Plåt & Svetsindustri1995">Astra</a>’s highlights include a saloon with submarine-style windows for natural lighting and views of the maritime environment. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315006/image/large-07d8bab5d43cbc607634a23910b1cc8a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315006"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315002/image/large-5f8a9215896daf1b1f94a63045e56abb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315002">Regarding her performance, the motor yacht is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/286" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. (Company)">Mitsubishi Heavy Industries</a> engine that propels her to a cruising speed of eight knots and a top speed of 11 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315011/image/large-366bc36b56d9f1b1a3ce7fa844359918.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315011">At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13923" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astra23.35m (76'7&quot;)Smögens Plåt & Svetsindustri1995">Astra</a> had a last known asking price of €2,000,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315004/image/large-398c8f7b73635a24949b68b902ed270f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315004">

23m Smögens Plåt & Svetsindustri yacht Astra sold 

The 23.35-metre Smögens Plåt & Svetsindustri yacht Astra sold, with a last known asking price of €2,000,000.


23m conversion yacht Astra sold 

The 34.34-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Song of the Sea34.34m (112'8&quot;)Nautor Swan2002">Song of the Sea</a> has joined the market with Jaap Havenga of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>, alongside <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4587" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan Brokerage (Company)">Nautor Swan Brokerage</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357169/image/large-053987d720bb63dafe6963d3799450e2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357169">Delivered in 2002, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/song-of-the-sea/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Song of the Sea for sale</a> features exterior design and naval architecture both crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">German Frers</a>, while her interiors were created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/200" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rhoades Young Design (Company)">Rhoades Young Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357175/image/large-0c34594384da3087e1d4cbf02cdd24fb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357175"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357182/image/large-6939a460f0a82a555dea3c4a1121cf01.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357182">At a volume of 119 GT, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sailing/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sailing yacht for sale</a> is capable of eight guests across her four stateroom layout, while the use of two Pullman berths provides accommodation for up to 10. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Song of the Sea34.34m (112'8&quot;)Nautor Swan2002">Song of the Sea</a>’s full-beam master suite aft boasts a centreline queen berth, port and starboard settees and a writing desk with an electrically retractable mirror revealing a television. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357178/image/large-caaa253b21f4715d7c4a8aa05116d759.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357178"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357184/image/large-f4d0b305b406c8ea0dc003d08f87fba0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357184"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357181/image/large-174dd250cabef83879608bbe52c6b3e1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357181"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357180/image/large-8219cd75b8a38c7dc5a399d72ee31e7f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357180">An interior highlight of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> is her raised saloon arranged on one level, allowing guests to admire ocean vistas while seated. A sumptuous U-shaped settee seating eight can be found to port and the space’s custom storage houses fine china, stemware and silverware.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357177/image/large-1a9ad25e0e83b7a1b2d2335099eaadc1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357177"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Song of the Sea34.34m (112'8&quot;)Nautor Swan2002"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357179/image/large-4caaece07e4aeae3d93b69db7e8b96dc.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357179"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357174/image/large-bc8e23089e9758bda8227b3e42e0f425.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357174">Song of the Sea</a>’s latest refit concluded in 2024, and saw her rig get fully checked with all new rod rigging installed, while the Reckmann hydraulic headsail furler was overhauled. In addition, her <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a> carbon mast and furling boom allow for swift, easy sailing across the globe.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357172/image/large-a29a9698f87f4a78a3c62b50680c0ec0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357172"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357173/image/large-cd15a269c6b603ad0bc1e3a746acaffd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357173">Where her performance is concerned, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/nautor-swan/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Nautor Swan yacht for sale</a> is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engine that propels her to a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 12.5 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357171/image/large-8a528a29188311b3d2524b17f69cc1fd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357171">

34m Nautor Swan yacht Song of the Sea for sale 

The 34.34-metre Nautor Swan sailing yacht Song of the Sea has joined the market with Northrop & Johnson alongside Nautor Swan Brokerage. 


34m Nautor Swan sailing yacht Song of the Sea for sale 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon Yachts</a> has unveiled the first images of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="No Regrets II27.45m (90'1&quot;)Horizon Yachts2024">No Regrets II</a>, the recently launched 27.45-metre hull 32 from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon</a> FD90 motor yacht series. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357586/image/large-c58ab120dd29edd368ed8c6b98ccfaf4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357586">As the latest addition to the Fast Displacement (FD) series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="No Regrets II27.45m (90'1&quot;)Horizon Yachts2024">No Regrets II</a> showcases minimalistic, European-inspired interiors with a largely warm-white colour scheme.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357588/image/large-20fe691e96dd9b9525ccc759688a4a03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357588"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357599/image/large-45ca521a82b02769f0ac1101f7739f20.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357599">Outdoors, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="No Regrets II27.45m (90'1&quot;)Horizon Yachts2024">No Regrets II</a>’s main deck aft is home to an adjustable-height dining table flanked by Dedon Seax armchairs seating up to 10. To starboard is a discreetly placed wet bar with an owner-arranged wine cabinet and a speaker system.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357590/image/large-38b4cab5f46a37173262f234324889aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357590"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357597/image/large-9b08bd7dea3e80b0d5f436e4785d4953.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357597">From here, guests can enter the saloon, where four uniform light panels light up the space from the white-hued ceiling. Inside, an L-shaped sofa is paired with dark, oak-coloured furniture pieces, such as a custom coffee table with extendable drawers and side tables. Additionally, the owner has chosen to include three Italian Minotti armchairs.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357598/image/large-7911c60a02c6dac6655023834c661224.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357598">The main deck’s dayhead also displays personalisation, particularly through the custom cabinetry and a design motif mirrored in the pilothouse dayhead. Throughout all of the main deck spaces, ranging from the saloon to the on-deck master suite and guest staterooms, Hunter Douglas Duette shades have been employed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357604/image/large-41a93eb3134a5bc426d83de824113eee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357604">The dining area exhibits a frosted-glass light fixture from HG Atelier suspended over the dining table. Seating up to 10 guests, the dark oak dining table merges horizontal and vertical wood grain, along with black metal legs. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357602/image/large-ff8a30668a04fbd8baa95d754b87a8e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357602"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357603/image/large-f34c22240e881259701b689e7c76e68e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357603">Thanks to the inclusion of a Hi-Lo screen built from fabric laminated glass, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="No Regrets II27.45m (90'1&quot;)Horizon Yachts2024">No Regrets II</a>’s galley has the ability to be completely closed off from the dining area for privacy. The galley on the other hand showcases Cambria Ironsbridge stonework and homey details that reference the rest of the vessel’s indoor living spaces.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357605/image/large-19b43ef825f0ed0bcc36d73f6ec12bc2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357605">Moving to the full-beam master suite, which is located forward on the main deck, the stateroom boasts a king-sized bed, cove lighting overhead, a sofa to starboard and a vanity with a bespoke makeup box portside. Customised elements include the his-and-hers closets, Lo &amp; Co’s Tubby Collection handles and upholstered panels in Ultraleather Tottori. Positioned forward are his-and-hers ensuite amenities complete with a large shower sporting a Cambria Ella wall.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357610/image/large-80205aadb3dbd39d4d409257040e2e5b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357610"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357612/image/large-a6a0d21d4a612ffc1ea5cdac880f8481.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357612">On the lower deck, the art wall spans the entire staircase, displaying textured woven leather illuminated by strip lights. The remaining four ensuite staterooms comprise mirrored VIP suites amidships, a twin cabin to port and a flexible forward VIP. Designed with individual storage needs, each stateroom is adorned with glossy white ceilings for an increased sense of space.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357614/image/large-3a60df9abf4e1227c4eb00d28a2794d5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357614"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357611/image/large-6a7f8066cbd255604108a43a4ae52a48.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357611"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357615/image/large-176b34b072aca351c30f7e5261d20aa1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357615">Outside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="No Regrets II27.45m (90'1&quot;)Horizon Yachts2024">No Regrets II</a>’s foredeck features a U-shaped dinette for alfresco mealtimes and sunpads for catching some rays. The juxtaposition of dark and light shades is emphasised by textured outdoor pillows, while the area’s sun awning allows for optional shading.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357596/image/large-7858bf2f2feff64ae7ff328515a46f6e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357596"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357595/image/large-5242e13cdbf2a6567ef3f2ec2bf06617.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357595">Meanwhile, the upper deck contains the wheelhouse fitted with two black leather helm chairs, a raised L-shaped dinette with a pull-out cushioned platform to port and a dayhead to starboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357591/image/large-27f985a9d174397347d95e9daf83e9f9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357591">Glass doors slide open to reveal the split-use sky lounge with U-shaped sofa coupled with an extendable Hi-Lo table to starboard, and four stools situated around a full bar with a 43-inch fold-up TV to port. Located farther aft are outdoor sofas and ottomans with fold-out trays and numerous outdoor amenities, such as a 30-inch BBQ and chest freezer.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357593/image/large-386ec9c1b3793dce9985fc1c2fa01f44.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357593"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357594/image/large-b405a4020b841c7a5d51fda5103f0b77.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357594">Regarding her performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon</a> FD90 motor yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines that propel her to a top speed of 22 knots. Moreover, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="No Regrets II27.45m (90'1&quot;)Horizon Yachts2024">No Regrets II</a>’s garage has been developed to meet the owner's needs for extra storage space, while also housing a two-seater removable sofa and a rain shower. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357587/image/large-ef923b7c966630a3013c9ad58af452f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357587"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357585/image/large-cd2e9c401bac1b06ec065cf7cea088c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357585">

First look at the Horizon FD90/32 yacht No Regrets II

Horizon Yachts has unveiled the first images of No Regrets II, hull 32 from the Horizon FD90 motor yacht series, which was recently launched. 


Onboard the latest Horizon FD90 yacht No Regrets II

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> has expanded its operations in Europe to meet the growing demand for yacht sales and charter services. With Monaco as its European headquarters, the company is well-positioned to offer expertise and support to clients across the region.“As boats grew in size and more began arriving in Europe, we recognised the need to support those customers here,” explains Jeremy Roche, Director for Europe at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a>. “Once we had that capability, it made sense to extend our services to other clients who could benefit from the same model. It was about enhancing service for our existing clients and then expanding into a new market.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/352040/image/large-aa7e7a497a3517e493f2d271d256dd6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/352040">Since opening its European office in April 2022, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> has grown to a team of 16, with eight members based in Monaco and the rest operating as independent brokers in key Mediterranean locations.&nbsp;The company’s commitment to service remains central to its expansion. “Good service is about knowledge, expertise, and a deep passion for yachts. That’s what we prioritise,” Roche notes. “When you walk into our office here, you’re going to get a European vibe. We have a very international team – Canadians, English, French, Brazilian, Swedish, Albanian—so you’ll get that diverse, European touch, but also with a lot of enthusiasm, dynamism, and that can-do spirit from the US.”This strategic presence has strengthened <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison</a>’s ability to provide tailored yacht sales and charter management services.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283658/image/large-bf51083927310ed43930943a18a48882.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283658">Expanding the Charter Fleet<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison</a> Europe’s charter division has seen steady growth, with a fleet now comprising nine yachts and plans to add three more in the coming months. Each yacht in the fleet offers a unique charter experience, from eco-friendly designs to classic superyachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357322/image/large-14bc47db351a968e5ac39b6a5faec770.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357322">Today, the fleet nine-strong includes Silent Grace, an 18.86-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silent Yachts (Company)">Silent Yachts</a> model that prioritises sustainability, Inspirante a 20.4-metre sailing catamaran from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountaine Pajot (Company)">Foutaine Pajot</a> and Semela, a 22.82-metre flybridge motor yacht from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Absolute Yachts (Company)">Absolute Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/249663/image/large-f39523ddc74bf65e5c535a67ee70a93e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/249663"> Larger yachts such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Evereast35.05m (114'12&quot;)Sunseeker2013">Evereast</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Palm36.62m (120'2&quot;)Canados2019">The Palm</a>, both over 35-metres, cater to those seeking expansive decks and luxury amenities, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> provides a timeless experience following a 2024 refit. Sailing enthusiasts can opt for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1412" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ellen 40.4m (132'7&quot;)Perini Navi2001">Ellen</a>, a 41-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a>, and at the top end of the fleet, are two brand new yachts, the 35.75-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11594" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unique S35.75m (117'3&quot;)Sanlorenzo2024">Unique S</a>, launched last year, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12044" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gioia43.0m (141'1&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.2024">Gioia</a>, a brand-new 43-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/162" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Codecasa S.p.A. (Company)">Codecasa</a>, that offers an ultra-luxurious charter experience with rates up to €275,000 per week (plus expenses).<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357321/image/large-e734c1b57390a3bee4edec11ad4632f8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357321">“Looking ahead, we want to continue adding to our services. Nine boats is a solid start, but we have ambitions for more,” says Roche. “We’re particularly proud to have recently added <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12044" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gioia43.0m (141'1&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.2024">Gioia</a> to our charter management fleet. We also expect three more yachts to be joining our fleet in the coming months.”With an increasing number of high-value charter listings, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> is setting new benchmarks. “The biggest success I’d highlight is on the charter management side. We’ve just had our first quote that’s over $200,000 a week, which is a milestone for us. The next target is $300,000 a week, and eventually, we want to hit $500,000,” Roche adds.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/352047/image/large-517978a5aa6256d0869fc67feb6c1ba9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/352047"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> is preparing to make its mark at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MYBA Charter Show - 2025- 35th Edition">MYBA Charter Show</a>: “We’re quite proud of this because we’ve never exhibited a yacht there before,” says Roche. “We now have nine boats in our fleet, and we’ve asked all our owners what they would like to do. It seems all of them have requested to be part of it, so we’re in the process of applying right now. We’re hopeful that we can secure at least two yachts for the show, but of course, it depends on space and availability. This will be a big moment for us.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276439/image/large-5d0e96dd70316d12074110f8ae4542ca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276439">Tailored approach to serviceBeyond fleet expansion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> is leveraging data and digital marketing to strengthen its presence. “I’m a big fan of data, actually, and have been for a long time,” says Roche. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison</a> is a firm believer in the power of social media. Our approach to digital marketing and service applies just as well here as it does in the US.”As <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> strengthens its European operations, the company’s focus remains firmly on the future. “You’re only as good as your next sale, not your last one. The past is the past, and we’re focused on what’s next,” Roche concludes. With continued expansion in yacht and charter management, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> is set to further establish itself as a key player in the European market.

Denison Yachting on European expansion

Denison Yachting has expanded its operations in Europe to meet the growing demand for yacht sales and charter services.

Denison Yachting strengthens European foothold with Monaco hub and expanding charter fleet

Online news websites have reported that a +130-metre in-build <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht, believed to be <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba136.8m (448'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Ali Baba</a>, has fallen through the shed doors of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> Shipyard facility in Bremen. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295921/image/large-51b5d232279f9d3b4b986383b34b49b3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295921">Images from Nord-West Media TV show the accident occurred on Thursday 7 December, with the yacht hitting the doors from the inside on the 170-metre dry dock. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295924/image/large-454e681b0aa69c480e4f4d8b1d6e5291.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295924"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295922/image/large-caf5f2168529fce82ef463adbbffce59.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295922">According to the news publisher, a large number of rescue workers are on-site, including a helicopter, water rescue units and fire brigade teams.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295923/image/large-de7360741762c01436bbd6e1435eff11.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295923"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen Yachts</a> has issued the following statement;"On Thursday afternoon there was damage to the dock gate in the hall dock at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> Aumund location in Bremen. Immediately after the incident, all necessary evacuation measures were initiated at the shipyard and the relevant authorities were notified. The accident site was secured together with the Bremen police and fire department. An employee was slightly injured during the incident and received immediate medical attention. We kindly ask for your understanding that we are unable to provide any information on the cause of the accident or the material damage."

130m+ in-build superyacht falls through Lürssen shipyard doors

Online news websites have reported that a +130-metre in-build Lürssen superyacht has fallen through the shed doors of the  facility in Bremen. 

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