<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> has launched the first sustainability refit service called “Refit for the Future!”, a new service tailored for superyacht owners looking to reduce the environmental impact of their yachts, reduce operating and financing costs, and protect re-sale value.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261589/image/large-844516863426db0a2dbcb00315568607.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261589">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 La Ciotat (Company)">Group</a> has promised to apply the latest technology to drive sustainability and improve the value of superyachts. It will also utilise its trusted network of OEMs and working partners with proven solutions offering multiple benefits to yacht owners.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">Group</a> commented, 'There are approximately 6,000 superyachts over 30 metres in length currently in operation worldwide and an increasing number of proven solutions that have the potential to lessen their impact on the environment. Many of these solutions offer multiple advantages for owners such as greater comfort, cost savings, improved fuel economy, increased yacht re-sale value and an overall reduction in the end-users’ individual carbon footprint.'Jean-Marc Bolinger, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 La Ciotat (Company)">MB92 Group</a> CEO, added: “We are thrilled to launch this new service that is the result of extensive research and look forward to further driving change in our industry. Although there is no silver bullet just yet, there are clear benefits to be gained for yacht owners willing to take the initiative now ahead of tighter regulations.”Read the interview here: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54889" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Group appoints Jean-Marc Bolinger as new CEO (2022-04-04 10:30:00 +0200)">MB92 Group appoints Jean-Marc Bolinger as new CEO</a>“Refit for the Future!” provides a holistic sustainability review service as well a range of options for making improvements, from “quick win” solutions during routine refit periods to significant upgrades and full conversions. The execution of the programme can be tailored and staggered to the needs of clients, ensuring yacht availability for the owner while also implementing an effective sustainability plan to future-proof the yacht.&nbsp;

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MB92 has just launched a sustainability refit service called Refit for the Future.

MB92 Launches sustainability refit service Refit for the Future

Sunrise Sessions- Electrifying the future of yachting with E1's Rodi Basso

In the first episode of Sunrise Sessions with Sunreef Yachts, Justin Ratcliffe talks about sustainability with E1's Rodi Basso.

Video: Electrifying the future of yachting with E1's Rodi Basso

For our latest Entrepreneur in Yachting feature, Francesca Webster sits down with her friend Mariangela Oliveri to discuss her luxury linens business <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7884" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oliveri Linens (Company)">Oliveri</a>. Established in 2011, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7884" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oliveri Linens (Company)">Oliveri</a> has evolved into one of the premier sustainable linen companies for the yachting and aviation sectors over the past decade. We explored its inception, the challenges Mariangela faced in establishing a sustainable business before sustainability became a trend, and her conviction that quality and service are the keys to success in the superyacht industry.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/331994/image/large-c16f54ec63cb14a14d02590c1d28c25c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/331994">What was the origin of the business and what is your background?&nbsp;Throughout my business degree my goal was to set up a company within the realm of luxury materials so I approached every class during my five year degree as an opportunity to develop the business plan. In fact, the original concept for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7884" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oliveri Linens (Company)">Oliveri</a> was the final essay at university, so although the company was founded in 2011, it had really been with me for years before then.&nbsp;After university, I decided that before establishing my own business, I needed to learn how to work within a team and to grow in practical experience. It felt presumptuous to assume I had all the answers without appropriate training, so I joined a company in Asia for five years importing luxury furniture design manufacturers. During that time I learnt how to work with different people, from various backgrounds and cultures and it taught me the skills that you need in order to manage your own team and your own clients. It was an incredible learning experience and gave me the opportunity to work in a varied and complex environment, and after five years I returned to Italy and began the research process for the business. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/331999/image/large-21757ca123fc9e37a78d60e699868147.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/331999">Why did you decide to focus on high-end, sustainable linens?&nbsp;I’ve always had a deep passion for quality and for me Italian linen is the supreme material with an amazing heritage, however the sustainable approach was not in my original concept. I wanted to offer the lineage of linen with a modern twist, but I didn't yet know what that twist was. I am an observer by nature and when I returned from Asia in 2011 sustainability was beginning to become mainstream, with eco foods in supermarkets for example and the demand was increasing . Sustainability was also becoming a buzz word in the media and I could see that it would only increase in significance, so I decided that founding the business with a truly green heart would set <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7884" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oliveri Linens (Company)">Oliveri</a> apart from the rest of the market. That is when the struggle really started.At that time it was impossible to find refined sustainable fabrics. Everything on the market was rough and completely unsuitable to luxury linen products. That was a period of frustration and of almost giving up because once I'd set my heart on the sustainable element of the business there was no way that I was going back. It became absolutely central to my belief in the company.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/331998/image/large-5f21af1057a168c58caf722e89ffeb08.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/331998">How did you overcome that hurdle?I met with the owner of Italy’s largest fabric producer, and after an eight hour meeting managed to convince him to invest in a certified sustainable production line. He said, “If I can't convince you to change your mind about this approach in eight hours, you must be able to see something I haven't seen yet, so we will try it.” That was an amazing moment. Two years later, he had certified the entire production line of the company and had become one of the first sustainable fabric suppliers in Italy.&nbsp;So your investment in creating the business sustainably delayed the foundation of the company – why did it become so important to you?The answer is twofold. The first is ethical, but the second was strategic. I could foresee that sustainability would become an important factor of businesses in the future and fortunately reality has shown that my instinct was right. The decision to create a certified business from the ground up also means that everything we do is done in a sustainable way – our materials, work standards and business practices are routinely reviewed to ensure that we are maintaining the certified standards. When I see companies today launching ‘sustainable lines’ I know that it is greenwashing. You cannot be sustainable in one collection, it is a hypocrisy, either you believe in it and practise it throughout your business, or it is a gimmick to sell your products.&nbsp;What are some of the challenges you’ve faced since establishing the business?Well, aside from the initial challenge of finding the suppliers, we have faced many challenges in the past 13 years. Our first line was a kids bed linens collection because I thought mothers would be sensitive to the sustainability aspect, but it really didn't go as expected. I invested a lot of money and almost went broke. I realised that the market wasn’t ready for the sustainable topic to be the main focus of the business, so I developed the business model focusing on the concept of Italian quality, with an international service approach.&nbsp;Italian’s make wonderful products, and Made in Italy still carries a lot of weight internationally, but Italian companies are not good at marketing, customer service etc. So I decided to focus a lot of investment in our service offering, utilising my international experience to create something different and that is how <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7884" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oliveri Linens (Company)">Oliveri</a> came to the yachting industry, where quality and service are most recognised.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332000/image/large-90fdc1caae0a58aa21af956ebab21436.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332000">When did yachting linens become the focus of the business?In about 2013 we decided to approach the yachting sector, making our first sales in 2014 and pulling the company out of some challenging financial times. Then things progressed quickly because we secured <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Azimut-Benetti</a> as one of our first clients. In fact when I went to Benetti to pitch our business, they had an array of linen suppliers on show, but by the end of our meeting we had secured our position as the exclusive supplier for the shipyard and that really established our relationship with the yachting sector.&nbsp;What do you think they saw in your products? What set&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7884" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oliveri Linens (Company)">Oliveri</a>&nbsp;apart?The quality of every single detail. Every piece that carries our label is checked by hand right down to the stitching because I want my team to be proud of every piece. We will take as long as it takes for it to be perfect and I think that sets us apart from other companies. I have a huge amount of respect for Hermes, which I believe is the only true example of true luxury brand. They continue to make their bags by hand, they aren’t interested in speed or numbers, they are focused on quality and that is my focus for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7884" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oliveri Linens (Company)">Oliveri</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/331993/image/large-f12efeba8de238fae187efa8cfdede06.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/331993">How have you maintained that level of control and what do you think are some of your keys to success?With a lot of saying no. The success of a brand is more in the no’s than the yes’s. We’ve been approached by retailers offering display space, but you will never find <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7884" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oliveri Linens (Company)">Oliveri</a> products on the shelf, we’ve also been approached to create products for under famous brands. Our know-how is precious to me and we will never supply our products under someone else’s label.The company is also completely self financed, so there are no investors telling me to cut budgets and increase production at the sacrifice of quality. I will make no compromises and that is really important to who we are. I also think that the most important thing when you’re an entrepreneur is that you involve everyone in your dream. From your suppliers, to your employees, you have to make them believe and in order to do that, you have to truly believe in yourself and in what you're doing. You have to be incredibly resilient as well, because it doesn't always go well, there are going to be challenges and in those times that belief is extremely important.&nbsp;This article was originally published in the 50th issue of the SuperYacht Times Newspaper,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper/newspaper-issue-50" target="_blank">available for download here.</a>

Mariangela Oliveri sustainable linens

We sit down with Mariangela Oliveri to discuss her sustainable linens company.

Mariangela Oliveri on sustainable linens, building a business and the meaning of luxury

The superyacht industry is often portrayed by mainstream media as slow to innovate or adapt to environmental challenges. However, this perspective overlooks numerous initiatives and organisations at various levels, from international to local, that actively facilitate a more sustainable approach among all stakeholders within the industry.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/237001/image/large-34661eb661037cedcc9fa816ea2839c9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/237001">Stakeholders in the superyacht industry have been actively involved in promoting and implementing sustainability projects through regulatory compliance across various aspects, from cruising operations to construction infrastructure and supply chains. The following sections detail the leading organisations such as the Sea Index, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a> and YETI and their projects, highlighting their active role in promoting a sustainable future.International Maritime OrganisationIn 2016, the United Nations' International Maritime Organisation (IMO) implemented Tier III of the IMO NOx regulations, aimed at significantly reducing nitrogen oxide emissions (NOx) from vessels. These stringent regulations call for a reduction of approximately 70 percent in NOx emissions compared to the Tier II standards, marking a substantial step towards environmental stewardship.For the superyacht sector, the implications of these regulations are profound. Starting from 1 January 2016, every large yacht exceeding 500 gross tonnes and equipped with diesel engines over 130 kW has been required to comply with these rigorous standards. In 2021, the scope of these regulations broadened further, encompassing yachts under 500 gross tonnes but over 24-metres in length overall (LOA). This expansion ensures a wider application of the environmental standards, pushing the superyacht industry towards broader compliance and enhanced sustainability efforts.Superyacht Eco Association IndexIn 2020, Credit Suisse and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4337" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club de Monaco (Company)">Yacht Club de Monaco</a> introduced a significant innovation with the launch of the Superyacht Eco Association (SEA) Index. Developed in partnership with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a>, the SEA Index is designed to measure and rate the environmental impact of superyachts, spanning areas such as propulsion systems, energy recovery, and waste management. This initiative marks a pivotal step toward transparency and accountability in the industry, providing a robust tool for assessing air pollution emitted by these luxury vessels. The Index aspires to evolve into a globally recognized standard, offering ecological ratings that could inspire a broader commitment to sustainability across the industry.The SEA Index operates as an online, customisable tool that allows yacht owners and industry stakeholders to perform 'no obligation' self-assessments of their emissions. If these assessments meet the SEA Index's stringent criteria, owners can then opt for an official audit to obtain a SEA Flag and an SEA rating. Such features underscore the Index's role not only as a benchmarking tool but also as a catalyst for change, pushing for lower emissions and cleaner operations. The initial launch was met with enthusiasm, as it provided yacht owners with a clear insight into the environmental efficiency of their vessels, evaluated on a 0-5 scale. This transparency is crucial in an industry often scrutinised for its environmental footprint.Recognising the need for wider applicability and greater inclusivity, the SEA Index expanded its scope in subsequent phases. The second phase saw a collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyd’s Register</a> to incorporate more propulsion systems and alternative fuels, broadening the assessment criteria to accommodate a greater variety of yachting operations. The third phase further advanced the project by including smaller yachts, specifically those below 400 Gross Tonnage and over 25 metres in length, thereby covering a larger segment of the industry.Most recently, in 2024, the SEA Index expanded its reach to marina operations. It has been deployed in 15 marinas located in strategic yachting hubs like Menton, Saint-Tropez, and Bonifacio in Corsica. This move not only amplifies the Index's impact but also aligns with broader environmental goals, helping marina operators and yacht owners alike to gauge and subsequently reduce their carbon emissions. As the SEA Index continues to set new standards for sustainability, it offers a promising path forward for the yachting industry, one that aligns luxury with environmental responsibility.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/119359/image/large-1fae816de8b77f36e3d1ab53bc6299b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119359"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>&nbsp;and Yacht Environmental Transparency IndexAnother organisation at the forefront of promoting environmentally sustainable practices within the industry is the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>. Established at The Superyacht Forum in 2018 by a group of industry leaders, the Foundation aims to foster collaborative efforts among stakeholders to enhance sustainability in the industry.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a> adopts a constructive and collaborative approach, aligning with international scientific and institutional agendas. It equips the superyacht industry with essential tools, knowledge, and best practices. Serving as a central platform, the Foundation facilitates the industry's shift towards minimising its ecological impact, working in strategic alignment with high-level international bodies, including the United Nations and UNESCO.Among the initiatives introduced by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a> is the Sustainable Yacht Design Taskforce, launched at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2021">Monaco Yacht Show in 2021</a>. The taskforce serves as a collaborative platform where designers and naval architects unite to advance sustainable luxury and leisure for yacht owners. By facilitating the sharing of knowledge, fostering collaboration, and encouraging innovation, the taskforce aims to deeply integrate sustainability into yacht design and operations.In 2024, another project was launched: the first version of the environmental guidelines for crew, officially released by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>. This comprehensive guide, written for and by crew, provides information and assistance with adopting eco-friendlier behaviour onboard yachts, helping steer the industry towards a more sustainable future.Among the most impactful projects founded by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a> is the Yacht Environmental Transparency Index, commonly known as YETI. On 25 March 2019, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> invited a select group of industry representatives to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt</a> offices to introduce this concept. The meeting culminated in a unanimous decision to launch a Joint Industry Project (JIP) under the guidance of the newly established <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>.Conceived by Bram Jongepier, a Senior Specialist in Design at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, YETI is a science-based, data-driven method. It evaluates and compares the environmental impact of yachts using an average operational profile derived from fleet AIS data, providing a quantifiable measure of their environmental credentials.Stakeholders in the superyacht industry are actively advancing sustainability efforts and ensuring that all other actors within the industry cooperate and contribute. The implementation of IMO Tier III regulations, the introduction of the SEA Index, and the influential roles of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a> and the YETI project, showcase a collective commitment to reducing environmental impacts and promoting sustainable practices across all facets of the industryWhile significant challenges remain, substantial efforts are already making a difference. The path forward is promising, with the industry’s dedication to sustainability expected to strengthen further. This ongoing involvement highlights a clear trajectory towards a more sustainable future in the superyacht sector.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232872/image/large-2525fa8357ace96f280f69db177277d3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232872">

How the superyacht industry is championing sustainability

The superyacht industry is often portrayed by mainstream media as slow to innovate or adapt to environmental challenges. 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> has unveiled new renderings and details of the new 75-metre electric fuel cell yacht concept C, created to celebrate the brand's 75th Diamond Anniversary. Announced during the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2024">Monaco Yacht Show 2024</a>, her name is inspired by the chemical symbol for carbon – the fundamental element that forms diamonds – paying homage to both the material and the anniversary milestone of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329792/image/large-28fb2638eed273e185383d3582a98d2e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329792">Designed by Ruud Bakker and Tanno Weeda, C draws inspiration from the patterns that are formed when light reflects and magnifies from the cut of a diamond, with her profile mimicking this with mesmerising angles. Images of the yacht are yet to be revealed, but <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> describes the yacht as having “an unforgettable profile” and “broad expanses of glass.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329791/image/large-7f882fce8a7f2ee33c1af50e034c565e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329791">Due to her expansive use of glass, the interiors of C are illuminated by natural light, to create a fluid living space for guests onboard. The exterior design of C also blurs the lines between her decks, with her fore and aft sections offset by a half-level to create a smooth transition between each space.Senior Designer Rudd Bakker's inspiration for the concept involved witnessing the Amsterdam diamond cutting workshop of Gassan Diamonds in order to "learn how the facet patterns draw light into the stone, reflecting and magnifying it," according to the shipyard. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329796/image/large-8a5869f60433644aca84b5efce4c492e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329796">Other design innovations onboard Care the partially enclosed lower deck sea lounge that can be used at anchor or underway, a beach club with sea-level dining, a duplex owner’s suite and an articulating crow’s nest rising from a private observation deck.The superyacht's elevator is notable in that it creates a seamless transition between floors through a central court that keeps "them visually and literally connected like a three-dimensional chess board", <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> explained.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329801/image/large-5537bceb9be1be4cf09c1f78f730fab1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329801">In terms of exterior deck spaces, C is equipped with a pair of infinity-edge hexagonal pools, which aim to match the shapes of her various seating arrangements and atrium. “There’s nothing rough about this diamond in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>’s concept collection,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>. “As with all <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> concept yachts, C is completely researched and buildable.”Forward of the sea lounge, a gym and separate full-featured spa are located, each of which are complete with opening terraces. Situated opposite is an unusual sea-level dining room off of the lower lobby, which is also fitted with a broad opening terrace on the sea for seaside dining.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329802/image/large-cf970bd038c06b16868bd8602da34e43.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329802">C will also showcase Feadship’s next evolution in adaptive technology, with a command centre positioned on the lower deck between her crew area and beach club. This fully digital operation and navigation hub includes the latest in intelligent situational awareness technology, with cameras and data fusion.Sporting a length of 75-metres, C’s flared bow pays tribute to the designs of the late Frits de Voogt, whose craftmanship of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> bows still lives on in the Dutch shipyard's creations today. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329798/image/large-fb97fe7145a19a3246dcad16ea0b317a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329798">“This layout and the smaller single-level engine room, supported by the fuel cells, maximises prime owner and guest space, creating more value to an owner within the same gross tonnage,” added <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329795/image/large-87fa1fd195c7be9222850291ea2a71a2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329795">Based on her hull shape and fully-electric propulsion system, C is an evolution of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/35229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="New Feadship future concept Breathe unveiled in Monaco (2010-10-06 00:00:00 +0200)">Breathe</a> concept announced at Monaco Yacht Show 2010 and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>’s 83.5-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5598" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Savannah83.5m (273'11&quot;)Feadship2015">Savannah</a>, which was launched in 2015.Mirroring <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>'s interest in sustainability, C’s faceted exterior and angled windows along with wide side deck and stern overhangs work to reduce the heat generated by expanses of glass. The shipyard is also reportedly collaborating with glazing manufacturers with the aim of bettering the reflective and insulating properties of glass panels.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329794/image/large-690959c4fc1c47a55fd1d49362426955.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329794">With her inline contra rotating propellers and electric propulsion system, C is predicted to be 30 percent more efficient than a typical 75-metre yacht with dual shafts, propellers and rudders. As a result, the improvements to her underwater profile will mean less wake when cruising, contributing to smoother movement, improved efficiency, and less impact on surrounding waters.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/328257/image/large-e0a745afcb5157120c3cc4d705303e0d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/328257">Like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>’s 118.80-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8907" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship van Lent 821118.8m (389'9&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 821</a>, C will draw 100 percent of her power needs from fuel cells, which will run directly on methanol and be accompanied by lithium-metal batteries. She will be able to reach a top speed of 17 knots with additional battery power to the DC electrical grid and a cruising speed of 14 knots using her fuel cells. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329799/image/large-e39f726725a2fe212b3a295d16b04e63.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329799">Additional power can be generated passively by two pairs of wave-actuated fins that fold out from the hull aft of the anchors. Estimates are that in a one-metre sea, energy generated by their movement will meet one-third of C’s hotel load.&nbsp;

Feadship unveils first details of new 75m superyacht C

Feadship has unveiled the first details of the new 75m electric fuel cell superyacht C, created to celebrate the brand's 75th Diamond Anniversary. 

Feadship unveils new renderings of 75m electric fuel cell superyacht concept C

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, the designers and engineers behind <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10627" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Special One52.0m (170'7&quot;)Royal Huisman2024">Special One</a>, the world's largest sportfisher built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>, have just unveiled that the superyacht has been hiding a significant innovation; she has been designed to run on the fossil-free fuel, HVO100. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314893/image/large-707de4b535f7f7a651f91755f918dd81.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314893">From the very beginning of the project, the owners in collaboration with Dutch design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, who are responsible for exterior, interior and naval architecture, have worked with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> to ensure that the yacht could run in the most sustainable way possible.“We applied our most radical naval architecture ever on this hull, resulting in dramatic lower resistance and, consequently, reduced fuel consumption.” says Bart Bouwhuis, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> co-creative director. “However we were also very aware that no matter what, the twin V20 MAN 4500kW drive train, which propels this yacht &nbsp;to over 32 knots and her twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4758" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zenoro (Company)">Zenoro</a> 180 kW generators will always burn a substantial amount of fuel. We knew of this ‘new fuel’ and started our research.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314892/image/large-57314370e399ebc083bf79479d8aaff6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314892">HVO100 is a hydrotreated vegetable oil that reduces the harmful CO2 emissions with over 90 percent. It is produced from food industry waste and left overs and, is 100 percent renewable and traceable from well to wake. “With such a significant reduction in harmful emissions, &nbsp;it also means that engine components, such as filters and injectors, stay cleaner and require less maintenance.”“As a team, we wanted to go beyond just scratching the surface. Collaboration, dialogue, and, most importantly, action is what is required today. That’s our goal with this innovation on board of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10627" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Special One52.0m (170'7&quot;)Royal Huisman2024">Special One</a>” says Bouwhuis. “We will inevitably face setbacks, and no-one should aim to be a saint, as the design challenge is vast, substantial and too important to fall prey to ego. Change will only commence when awareness is followed by inspiration”, says Bouwhuis.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10627" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Special One52.0m (170'7&quot;)Royal Huisman2024">Special One</a> is available to view at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2024">Monaco Yacht Show</a> this week. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/innovation-at-monaco-yacht-show-2024" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Find out more about some of the unique innovations on display this week, read more here</a>.&nbsp;

Special One fossil free fuel

The Huisman sportfisher Special One to use fossil-free fuel, HVO100.

Special One unveils HVO capabilities at Monaco Yacht Show

This month, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> released its fourth sustainability report titled “People and the Ocean.” The shipyard analysed the sector’s social challenges, outlined recent progress, and identified key focus areas, driving factors, and obstacles to adopting sustainable practices. The question at hand? “How the yachting industry is addressing the sustainability challenge with top talent.”This report focuses on the social pillar of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) policy, whilst <a href="https://mb92.com/sustainability" target="_blank">past reports</a> have touched upon the need for increased regulations, upcoming innovations to reduce ecological footprint and advances in new technologies.The fourth report focuses on the social pillar of ESG, underscoring it as an indispensable engine for the industry’s transition yet it is also revealed that it maintains high levels of inertia in this area.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> analysed the sector’s social challenges, outlining recent progress, and identifying key focus areas, driving factors, and obstacles to adopting sustainable practices. They concluded their findings with the results that “social issues tend to be overlooked” by industry professionals, as well as the general public, which is partly linked to the niche nature of the industry, according to the press release.The key finding of the research is a need for sustainable people management strategies, increased investment in talent management, and the development of essential skills.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/320396/image/large-3d40e2b9576e30f99a720de39505139c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/320396">Additional &nbsp;findings of the report include:<ul><li>Few challenge the status quo,which still often relies on bold individual initiatives.</li><li>Addressing ESG issues is crucial for attracting and retaining talent, which can enhance expertise and commitment.&nbsp;</li><li>It is necessary to ensure close ties between the yachting industry and academia.</li><li>More efforts are needed onboard, particularly to ensure contracts include maternity leave.</li><li>Initiatives should be locally and better communicated for a positive relationship with neighbouring communities, which can improve the sector’s image and legitimacy.</li><li>Failing to act rapidly could result in looming European regulations forcing changes.</li></ul>As Jean-Marc Bolinger, CEO of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> group, suggests “ it needs to change if we want the transition to happen.” He further stresses that change needs to happen in all areas, beginning with individuals and moving its way through companies, in order to have an impact on the industry as a whole.“At the heart of the matter is how we promote awareness, understanding and sensitivity across the yachting community. We will not resolve the environmental issues confronting the sector without formal mechanisms to develop the skills of all our people,” concludes Bolinger.

MB92 Sustainability Report released

MB92 has released its fourth sustainability report with specific attention to environmental, social and governance issues.

“People and the Ocean”: new MB92 sustainability report released

As the superyacht industry navigates increasing environmental concerns and tightening regulations, a shift toward electrification is gaining momentum. Traditional diesel engines and power sources with high emissions, noise pollution and maintenance costs are falling quickly out of favour. Within this shift is a company paving a better future: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a>, facilitating the growing trend for electric alternatives with its innovative Marine Energy Storage System (ESS) powered by lithium marine batteries.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/317842/image/large-49b0a0cd58584b15dea548b10180399e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/317842">With the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Maritime Organization (Company)">International Maritime Organisation (IMO)</a> targeting a 40% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030, the need for more sustainable alternatives in marine power is more pressing than ever. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a>’s system offers a comprehensive marine battery solution designed to meet the unique power needs of yachts while addressing mounting environmental concerns.&nbsp;Marine power redefinedThe system integrates essential elements: LiFePO4 battery pack, intelligent alternator, DC air conditioner, DC-DC converter, all-in-one converter, solar panel, power distribution unit and Energy Management System (EMS) display. This integrated approach provides stable and reliable power for electric propulsion systems, safety equipment and various AC/DC appliances across yachts under 60 feet. At the core of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a>'s system is advanced lithium marine battery technology, specifically LiFePO4. The system can be configured with up to twelve battery packs, offering 60kWh capacity. It is highly versatile, enabling fast and multiple charging options via solar panels, alternators, and shore power. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/317848/image/large-9a293e4fe0cc1aeb3d1c4b1d31efc404.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/317848">The ESS is designed for seamless integration into both new and existing yachts. Thanks to the minimal components, installation is simple. Compatibility between 12V, 24V and 48V batteries and Victron Energy inverters further enhances flexibility, making switching to these battery systems straightforward without requiring a complete electrical overhaul.Designed with corrosion-resistant materials to withstand harsh marine environments, the system meets automotive-grade vibration and shock resistance standards. With an IP65 rating and built-in fire extinguishers for the battery and compliance with major international standards (CE, UN 38.3 and DNV) for the whole system, safety is paramount to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a>. Each battery also boasts an impressive lifespan of up to 10 years and over 6,000 cycles, ensuring long-term reliability.&nbsp;The advanced technology used within the system features 4G and Bluetooth connectivity, enabling remote monitoring and diagnostics. Smartphone and tablet integration allows for easy configuration and monitoring. The advanced Battery Management System (BMS) enhances performance, balances loads, manages cycles and promotes efficiency and longevity while minimising maintenance costs. With an annual idling time of 2,500 and fuel priced at $2.50 per gallon, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a>’s ESS can result in up to savings of $486 per month on fuel costs alone. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/317843/image/large-bfce181ad9d5a3a4af92689121a52e65.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/317843">Global success and expansion&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a>’s systems have been successfully installed into various yachts worldwide, from compact motor yachts to large luxury yachts, catamaran and pilot boats. Notable projects include retrofitting a Ferretti 650 and Riviera M400 by replacing existing onboard generators with the ESS.Partnering with marine mechanical specialist Onboard Marine Services in Sydney, they offer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a>’s solutions, particularly when it comes to one of the key benefits of these systems to replace diesel generators. Nick Benjamin, director of Onboard Marine Services, comments: "What attracted us to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a> was the ability of their system to service vessel power needs similarly to a traditional marine generator." He adds: ”The absence of both fuel consumption and noise stands in stark contrast to traditional marine generators, making the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a> system the perfect replacement.”To meet growing demand, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a> has expanded globally with 13 subsidiaries and offices strategically located around the world. From its headquarters in China, the company's networks span the USA, UK, Germany, The Netherlands, South Africa, Japan, and Korea, ensuring support is always within reach. Looking ahead, future expansion plans include more locations to increase its service footprint, including a new subsidiary in Brazil. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/317846/image/large-ad4bd12c6ba7c24b887c0a375e07930e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/317846">Leading the chargeSwitching to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a>’s solution transforms a yacht's performance, efficiency, overall comfort, and sustainability credentials. Jodie Miller, the managing partner at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a>, emphasises how they are solidifying their position as a trusted global provider of advanced marine energy solutions: “We offer cleaner, quieter, and more sustainable high-performance alternatives; our game-changing one-stop marine lithium battery systems are designed to provide a more pleasant experience.”The benefits extend beyond the engine room, with enhanced reliability, reduced maintenance costs, and an enhanced experience with quieter operation and no fumes. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7730" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RoyPow (Company)">ROYPOW</a> has successfully established itself as more than a manufacturer of customised marine battery systems; it is a facilitator of sustainable progress.&nbsp;

RoyPow Marine energy storage system

RoyPow Marine and its energy storage system for yachts.

Powering the future: ROYPOW's marine energy storage system 

Launched by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4337" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club de Monaco (Company)">Yacht Club de Monaco</a> in 2020, SEA Index® has been deployed in 15 different marinas and harbours that house some of the largest superyachts worldwide.&nbsp;Aimed at improving sustainability in the maritime industry, SEA Index® is a tool for owners and stakeholders to evaluate superyacht carbon emissions. Situated between Menton, Saint-Tropez, and Bonifacio in Corsica, these 15 maritime establishments have all expressed interest in SEA Index®. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315869/image/large-d982a38882fb80352bab640cdc757694.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315869">The SEA Index®, which was recently awarded the CAPERNEGIES label, has also received recognition from the HSH Prince Albert II, who stated, “The SEA Index® has become an essential tool. And I would like us now to go even further by measuring other greenhouse gas emissions and noise pollution which is a major concern.” The interest in SEA Index® signifies that an extended harbour-marina network has a commitment to achieving environmentally friendly yachting. The use of the SEA Index® across marinas located in the Mediterranean basin also responds to the increasing yachting industry within the Sud region.&nbsp;“This collaboration marks recognition of the work accomplished by the SEA Index® since its launch. Our aim is to federate harbours and marinas across the Mediterranean and beyond by creating a network of committed territories,” commented Bernard d’Alessandri <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4337" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club de Monaco (Company)">Yacht Club de Monaco</a> General Secretary.

SEA Index® deployed in 15 ports on the Côte d’Azur

Launched by Yacht Club de Monaco in 2020, SEA Index® has been deployed in 15 different marinas and harbours.

The 59.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 71359.5m (195'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 713</a> has been launched from the Koninklijke De Vries facility in Aalsmeer, the Netherlands. She is the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> yacht fitted with solar cells and represents yet another progressive step by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, towards its goal of being climate neutral by 2030.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314473/image/large-7b3775ae726939d70afde1fce5e32409.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314473"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 71359.5m (195'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 713</a> was first seen out of the shed in January 2023, with construction beginning in 2021. Her hull was constructed at the Casco-en Sectiebouw shipyard in Rotterdam, Netherlands, with exterior design 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>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314476/image/large-02b6c30e9c5c892c32eea6471ea6a2de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314476">Defined by an elegant blue-grey hull and white superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 71359.5m (195'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 713</a> is the first new-build <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> yacht to feature FSC-certified plantation teak for all her decking. This certification means that all of the wood used onboard has been harvested in a sustainable way.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314474/image/large-c9078d82f59468c1c807fc551b15c372.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314474"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 71359.5m (195'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 713</a> features a contemporary interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Architecture &amp; Design</a>, with details still being kept tightly under wraps. She is also a prime example of meeting the long-term environmental and social sustainability expectations of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>’s diverse stakeholders.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314478/image/large-f6c805b10a0bfdea6583cd6102961905.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314478"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 71359.5m (195'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 713</a> is the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> yacht to be equipped with solar cells which can be used for her auxiliary power generation. Designed for optimal performance and durability and custom-made in the Netherlands, the panels utilise some of the most efficient silicon cells available and contribute to her energy efficiency by producing up to 24 MWh annually.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314470/image/large-bdd1fd062904ea371ca270be5501de27.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314470">Like many other<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">&nbsp;Feadship</a>'s, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 71359.5m (195'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 713</a> has the ability to run on non-fossil HVO fuel and is also fitted with a diesel-electric propulsion system. As well as this, her hull form has been optimised for cruising speed instead of top speed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314480/image/large-38d7e65db1834068e5ef3e08fd53282c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314480"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 71359.5m (195'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 713</a> has also undergone the Yacht Environmental Transparency Index (YETI) Assessment report, which provides the yacht with a sustainability label, by looking at the complete life-cycle of the yacht and measuring the ecological impact of its operational energy. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314469/image/large-310f83287adf0be9dbab18418a6161e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314469">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 71359.5m (195'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 713</a> yacht has been ranked as having a below average impact, with her various efficiency enhancing features compensating the losses incurred by the electrical conversions onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314479/image/large-c34758074eec0afeadec51420d6ad614.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314479">“The owner has been instrumental for the design and environmental impact reduction,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>. “In addition to the environmental advancements, the launch of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 71359.5m (195'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 713</a> underscores the significant economic impact of the superyacht industry in the Netherlands, whose contribution represents more than half the entire maritime industry in the country.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 71359.5m (195'3&quot;)Feadship2024"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314471/image/large-c52043845c8bddc00802020693fc3b44.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314471"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 71359.5m (195'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 713</a> is fitted with a high-efficiency, diesel-electric power system, with energy for both her propulsion, as well as her hotel load, supplied by four generators and a 400 kWh battery. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314472/image/large-cb23e7d0a049158fd28e10e2bf9f6567.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314472"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> also made headlines last month when it <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59503" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship 821: 119m hydrogen fuel-cell yacht launched (2024-05-04 14:30:00 +0200)">launched its first 118.8-metre flagship hydrogen fuel-cell superyacht Feadship 821</a>. The steel and aluminium superyacht is the largest yacht to be built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, and the world’s first hydrogen fuel-cell superyacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314477/image/large-7365fabee89ad3949f7f190ac61b833a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314477">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>'s commitment to sustainable yachting is setting new benchmarks for the industry while bolstering the Dutch economy and promoting high standards of quality and creativity,” concluded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>.

60m solar-powered Feadship Project 713 superyacht launched 

The 60m Feadship superyacht Project 713 has been launched as the first solar-powered Feadship yacht. 

 Project 713: Feadship launches its first solar-powered superyacht 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> has just launched the 50Steel/171, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11733" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Almax49.99m (164'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2024">Almax</a>, the first superyacht in the world to feature a green methanol fuel cell system, developed by the shipyard in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1981" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Siemens (Company)">Siemens Energy</a>. First announced in February 2022, she has been developed as part of the shipyard’s path towards net zero, called 'Road to 2030', which will culminate with the launch of the first carbon neutral vessel before the end of this decade. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11733" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Almax49.99m (164'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2024">Almax</a> will also feature the newly developed HER (Hidden Engine Room) system, a revolutionary concept that has made it possible to modify the yacht’s traditional interior configuration. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311872/image/large-c5c5acd43c4fd05a8e810ff2662cf731.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311872">Massimo Perotti explains; "Safeguarding the sea is essential, as a common good of inestimable value, a collective obligation that directly affects our industry. I personally consider the approach to sustainability not as an alternative for the future, but as a priority for the present. &nbsp;For this reason, I consider our anticipation of the times to be a distinct value: building today the sustainable boats that will ply the seas of tomorrow means being a spokesperson for an environmental and moral revolution." We took a closer look at this first record-breaking yacht launch, to understand how this vessel is an impressive step closer to their goals, and to review the details of the unique interior configuration.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311870/image/large-74367c66449471b83ef16e64c0c635dc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311870">The first fuel cell system<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11733" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Almax49.99m (164'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2024">Almax</a> will be the first superyacht project in the world to accommodate the modular Reformer-Fuel Cell system. Capable of transforming green methanol into hydrogen and then into electricity, the system will be able to power all the yacht's hotel equipment, such as AC and lighting, and eventually to recharge the batteries, without storing the hydrogen on board.A revolutionary solution, which will allow the vessel to generate electricity up to a maximum of 100kW, with propulsion engines and diesel generator inactive: the system is totally carbon neutral and significantly extends the time spent at anchor without consuming diesel fuel. <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/948204048?share=copy" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> is a trailblazer on the path to carbon neutrality in the yachting world,” adds Massimo Perotti. “Through the relentless work of our R&amp;D department, we continue to take revolutionary steps in introducing technological systems aimed at reducing the environmental impact of yachts. We are proud to receive this approval from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/554" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyds Ships (Company)">Lloyd’s Register</a>, as we work together to pioneer decarbonisation pathways for the yachting industry.”At present, methanol is one of the most credible fuels for replacing diesel fuel as it is already available in more than 100 ports around the world. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>'s strategy uses green methanol, produced using only renewable energy sources captured from the atmosphere through so-called carbon capture systems. This means that the amount of CO2 released into the air in the combustion process is equivalent to the amount removed from the environment to produce green methanol, allowing for a circular and completely carbon neutral system. Green methanol is therefore a good candidate for replacing more polluting substances such as ammonia, diesel or liquefied natural gas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311871/image/large-91b6d90eafa2f70d45e61ed863a67a6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311871">The HER (Hidden Engine Room) systemAt the heart of the newly launched 50Steel superyacht is a new, patented, interior configuration designed to accommodate the fuel cell system and complex technical areas without compromising the interior guest spaces. Rather than the traditional layout of two technical levels, there is a move to a horizontal development of the propulsion equipment and a new distribution of the technical area on the under lower technical deck, freeing up the lower deck for guest and crew areas.&nbsp;In this modified layout, an additional saloon has been created on the lower deck, where the engines would normally sit, coined the Ocean Lounge which is directly connected to the beach club with its swimming pool and extensive seating area. On the other side, the guest staterooms are connected to the gym and spa areas, offering a new level of connectivity on the lower deck. Crew areas are located to the fore with their own access to the upper and lower decks and discrete access to the four lower deck guest staterooms. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310257/image/large-38a481483825f42c7449a9031f1fbe7c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310257">A masterclass in design<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11733" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Almax49.99m (164'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2024">Almax</a> has been designed by the team at <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>, and has been developed on five staggered levels, creating a unique layout that boasts generous volumes and spacious areas both on deck and inside the yacht. "The real challenge was to be able to interpret a boat that was extremely complex in terms of design while maintaining balance and simplicity of lines, a study aimed at simplifying features which gives harmony and balance to the eye of the beholder," explains Bernardo Zuccon, <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>. Her exterior is sleek and elegant despite her 499GT, with her large decks to aft and a tiered deck configuration to the fore that offers that yacht a sporty aesthetic.&nbsp;Ascending five steps from the Ocean Lounge, the guests reach the main deck and the heart of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11733" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Almax49.99m (164'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2024">Almax</a>, which consists of a large and spacious main saloon. The stairs, which have been designed to let the light filter through with glass sides, run through the interior of the yacht, connecting the different areas, from the gym and spa area on the lower deck to the second salon on the upper deck. From the main deck saloon, guests are led to a middle deck where the dining area is located, which then leads up to another saloon on the upper deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/268405/image/large-0fe4b56c7fa5bf4533eb5955ddd1c1c0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/268405">This unusual layout, with the half deck in the centre, has allowed the shipyard to offer unprecedented ceiling heights for a 50-metre yacht, of up to 3.35-metres. The deck with the dining table is also home to the master stateroom, which is a full beam stateroom complete with office, ensuite and dressing room.The connection between the spaces is also exalted on the exterior: the three upper levels of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11733" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Almax49.99m (164'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2024">Almax</a> communicate by means of a series of stairs, with a maximum difference in height of one and a half metres, which do not affect the profile of the yacht. Remaining consistent with the principle of maximum liveability of the spaces that characterise <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> yachts, the beach club at the stern, with its three open terraces, becomes in anchor mode a 120 square-metre beach on the sea.The superyacht’s interior is elegant and contemporary in its styling, within a concept by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>’s art director <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/78" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lissoni & Partners (Company)">Piero Lissoni</a>. Unique features of the yacht’s interior includes coffered ceilings and dark panelled walls that create a sophisticated aesthetic. Following her launch this week, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>’s latest masterpiece will now undergo outfitting at the La Spezia facility ahead of her delivery to Mr Perotti in July. &nbsp;

Sanlorenzo fuel cell superyacht Almax

Sanlorenzo has launched the first fuel cell superyacht, the 50steel yacht Almax.

Video: Sanlorenzo launches first 50Steel methanol fuel cell superyacht Almax

The 33.37-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freedom33.37m (109'6&quot;)Horizon Yachts2022">Freedom</a> has now entered the market with Bob Friscia and Chris Collins of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Independence (Company)">Ocean Independence</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/freedom-33m/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Freedom for sale</a> has been designed for modern luxury and comfort and is in turnkey condition.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332415/image/large-de59e27fce546b0a6840b2b049cc9a0c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332415">Delivered in 2023 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon</a> FD110 Tri-Deck series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freedom33.37m (109'6&quot;)Horizon Yachts2022">Freedom</a> stands as a flagship model within the popular FD line. Built by Horizon Yachts and designed by the renowned team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/43" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cor D. Rover Design (Company)">Cor D. Rover Design</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freedom33.37m (109'6&quot;)Horizon Yachts2022">Freedom</a> boasts both exterior and interior sophistication.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332418/image/large-66aec2eeb8c38ab33bd8ae6cce44cadc.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332418"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332419/image/large-9a4e8d7273081cfc65bbe2979c93a09d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332419">With an expansive 250 GT interior, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freedom33.37m (109'6&quot;)Horizon Yachts2022">Freedom</a> offers a rich and elegant design that showcases sculptural lighting by Italian brand Slamp, complemented by wenge wood, dark oak, and walnut accents throughout. Her main saloon provides a voluminous open-plan living space with panoramic views, perfect for relaxation or entertaining, while her convertible dining table seamlessly transitions between a breakfast bar and formal dining setting.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332422/image/large-286a93f6a67302a0f0fc964a5b3daf2c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332422"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332421/image/large-826424e77e0c1e94884652cdcb346e74.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332421"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332423/image/large-72a3a77a71296958c7fc2770195dfb85.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332423">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> can accommodate up to 10 guests across five luxurious staterooms. The master suite of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freedom33.37m (109'6&quot;)Horizon Yachts2022">Freedom</a> is located on the main deck and benefits from full-height windows that illuminate the space with natural light, offering uninterrupted views. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332430/image/large-d288f6287098e603444c55dabb57a138.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332430"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332428/image/large-cb850cb8cabc6ad312ac3126383a7378.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332428"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332429/image/large-13d5114c518ba9ded544cf8aa716e832.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332429">Her four additional guest staterooms are situated on the lower deck, each with its own ensuite bathroom, providing comfort and privacy. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/horizon-yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Horizon yacht for sale</a> can also sleep a crew of four across three cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332435/image/large-90cba6edd49be9986d220e635f62d97d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332435"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332434/image/large-26c41356d96560ec47bac767cc1373d7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332434">The exterior spaces of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> are equally impressive, offering a range of amenities for both leisure and entertainment. Her enclosed skylounge comes equipped with a wet bar and ample seating, while her expansive aft deck features an L-shaped lounger that can convert into a sunpad. The foredeck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freedom33.37m (109'6&quot;)Horizon Yachts2022">Freedom</a> houses a Jacuzzi and alfresco dining area, ensuring guests can enjoy the outdoors in style.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332416/image/large-18c5ed3622ed1e9fc86207f28c8d9ea8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332416">Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freedom33.37m (109'6&quot;)Horizon Yachts2022">Freedom</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, offering a comfortable cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 17 knots.

34m Horizon yacht Freedom for sale 

The 33.53-metre Horizon motor yacht Freedom has now entered the market with Bob Friscia and Chris Collins of Ocean Independence.

34m Horizon FD110 Tri-Deck yacht Freedom for sale 

In the competitive superyacht industry, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> distinguishes itself through a blend of innovation and heritage. Located on the River Weser in Bremen, this German shipyard joined Zodiac Milpro Group to enhance production and technology, meeting growing demand and accelerating development in Germany and Eastern Europe.As the shipyard marks its 30th anniversary, CEO Patrick Bloch and Head of Engineering Michael Schutte reflect on its evolution and showcase their latest tender models, including the new semi-custom Impetus series and ongoing electric tender advancements.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329097/image/large-3e5b98ad612bc8577dc8e57c66bfbeba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329097">Evolution of the Yachtwerft Meyer shipyard Founded in the 1980s, the yard that later became <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> initially focused on winter storage and minor repairs, with its first superyacht tender being a 4.5-meter clinker-built sail dinghy. In 1994, the shipyard shifted its focus to high-performance tenders and fast boats, including developments for the German Navy, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> as it is know today came to be.&nbsp;The company emphasised composite construction, expanded its team and invested in research and development. Key milestones include acquiring an in-house milling machine more than 15 years ago and installing a state-of-the-art spray shed in 1997 for composite parts. In 2005, the sister company Fibretech Composites was founded, advancing superyacht components with a patented mould-heating method that garnered industry awards.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250089/image/large-9983c2bd16a2bacd075f97bdfe54fedf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250089" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Today, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> operates its own laboratory to ensure the durability of these innovations. This dedication to technology has kept the yard at the forefront of the industry. To date, it has delivered over 60 superyacht tenders, mostly custom-built to owners' specifications.Originally specialising in large open tenders, the yard has expanded into limousine tenders and now offers beaching catamarans, Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)-certified tenders, sport fishing tenders, and high-speed rigid inflatable boats (RHIBs). Committed to pushing innovation boundaries, the yard continues to develop new lines and technologies. This effort has been further bolstered by the 2022 decision to sell <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> to Zodiac Milpro Group, a leading company of the naval defence industry based in France, and operating worldwide.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329289/image/large-58143ab6db54eeb3362d42092bde854f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329289" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Joining forces with Zodiac MilproWhile <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> remains a small, exclusive builder of luxury craft, the new leadership and financial backing from its Paris-based parent company, Zodiac Milpro, are enabling the yard to invest in new areas. This includes expanding into new markets, enhancing R&amp;D efforts, and competing for larger tenders in the professional sector. This alliance strengthens research and development while broadening their global footprint.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a>’s unique selling point has always been delivering fully custom tenders with superyacht quality and attention to detail. “We craft tenders that reflect the mothership’s design language, materials, and finishes while meeting various functional requirements,” says Patrick Bloch, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a>. From fitting into a garage and lightweight specifications to beach landings and dive operations, “every vessel is a bespoke creation designed to meet a single owner’s wish list,” he emphasises.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250092/image/large-c1c9f3bcb7bb080889b8683b7a2268a6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250092"> Focusing on design and ease of handling, their tenders are engineered for optimal functionality for both crew and owner. Their commitment to innovation is evident in their renowned semi-custom line Silverline, as well as in the full custom production.Introducing the Impetus seriesTo mark its anniversary, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> has unveiled the Impetus series, a semi-custom range featuring a bold, modern design. The series includes larger tenders, measuring between 10.5 and 12 metres, available in both open and limousine styles, accommodating up to 16 passengers.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329093/image/large-b1991d5ceb2a7a48849c29cfb5223f26.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329093">The open configuration enhances the sensory experience, allowing guests to fully engage with their surroundings. Boarding is facilitated by removable cushions on the aft platform and optional retractable side steps. Forward, guests can relax in deep, comfortable seating with various options, including an awning for additional shade. The area behind the ergonomic helm can serve as sunpads or storage for water toys, and an electric, adjustable swim platform is situated at the stern. Optional features include a bar with a refrigerator, storage space, and a day head for added convenience.In contrast, the closed limousine configuration features sleek exterior lines and provides easy access to an exterior seating area that can double as sunpads or toy storage. Inside, a sliding door reveals a spacious cabin with a 2.1-metre height, available with either aft or forward helm stations. This version features ergonomic seating, electrical sun blinds, a comprehensive AV system, and a wine cooler. For moments when a connection with the outdoors is desired, an opening glass roof can be included.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329096/image/large-e68b6d5c6d1a267e389ec4482dd49928.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329096">The semi-custom Impetus line offers flexibility with quicker build times and a range of deck and interior layout options tailored to the owner’s preferences. Customisation includes a choice of interior and exterior colour schemes, logos, and upholstery to complement the superyacht's aesthetic. Powered by up to two Volvo D6-440 engines, the tenders can reach speeds over 45 knots. Additional features available include a carbon stand-up shower, a carbon rocket launcher for fishing rod storage, and underwater lights for enhanced night-time visibility and aesthetics.Cutting-edge technologies for the new Impetus lineThe use of variable geometry production moulds is one of the elements keeping <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> tenders ahead of the curve. These moulds allow the yard to build custom-sized hulls, providing flexibility on the final length of the vessels, explains Head of Engineering Michael Schutte. “This flexibility enables maximum luxury and utility while ensuring the vessel fits in the garage. We maintain a policy of continuous design development,” he adds.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329095/image/large-9a5ebe9e18ab2fbd87c4c128ae88b6fd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329095" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">“We constantly work to optimise our designs and construction methods to reduce the weight of our boats,” details Schutte. “This not only improves handling in and out of the garage but also reduces fuel consumption over the vessel's lifetime.”Highlighting in-house innovations that make the Impetus series unique, Schutte further notes: “In addition to the variable geometry mould technology, we have adopted male moulding for some non-cosmetic parts. Notably, the structural grid has reduced production time slightly and cut energy consumption by a quarter, while reducing waste volume by up to three-quarters.”In line with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a>’s commitment to sustainability, hybrid or fully electric drive options are available for this series.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329094/image/large-4ef8011cd8df6715b475fcb7478453a1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329094" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"> Exploring hybrid and fully electric drive optionsMichael Schutte reveals the latest advancements in drive technology for superyacht tenders. In collaboration with Torqeedo, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> has developed a fully electric version of its Silverline open tender, showcased at the Monaco Yacht Show this year. Schutte notes that while electric drives offer a zero-emission alternative, they come with a weight penalty and limited autonomy, similar to current electric cars. Nonetheless, they meet many mission needs and represent a significant step toward sustainability.Looking ahead, Schutte and his team are focusing on a fuel cell system to overcome the limitations of fully electric drives. “Small fuel cells are now being used in vehicles with specific mission profiles,” he explains. “We are working on a zero-emission hybrid system that could address the current range limitations of electric drives.” The anticipated fuel cell technology could revolutionise the practicality of electric tenders, potentially making them a viable option for more large yacht owners in the near future.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250090/image/large-f485eacb75c6691ffa5255347b2349e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250090">When discussing the benefits of hybrid versus fully electric drives, Schutte highlights the trade-offs. “The primary challenge with fully electric propulsion is weight and limited range due to battery storage capacity,” he says. In contrast, hybrid systems mitigate some of these issues by combining electric and internal combustion engines, reducing range anxiety. However, hybrids also introduce additional weight and complexity, including these associated with onboard charging systems. “While hybrid systems offer zero-emission operation in sensitive areas, the balance of risk and reward still leans towards the risk side due to these factors,” Schutte concludes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329290/image/large-e76ab14c9380d7c998fa69f16ba6469c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329290">Integrating natural and innovative materialsMichael Schutte discusses the company's approach to integrating natural and innovative materials into their tender designs. While the team experimented with flax fibre cloths and bio-resins for laminating parts, they found that the additional weight required to match traditional strength led them to reconsider this practice. “Though we studied laminating with these materials, the weight penalty for equivalent strength has dissuaded us from making it standard,” Schutte explains.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/327714/image/large-ccb57d627e75c82bd62a71fb97ef1cc4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/327714">Despite these challenges, the company has successfully adopted alternative decking materials to replace scarce genuine teak. Schutte notes, “We have tested various alternative decking materials with positive customer feedback.” They are now exploring a super-light insulating foam from the aerospace industry, which Schutte believes could significantly reduce thermal gain and weight in engine spaces.Bio fabrics and resins are currently sourced from smaller manufacturers, but Schutte is optimistic that growing industry interest will improve their reliability and consistency. He notes that while small batch production can lead to variability in mechanical properties and might require more layers to match traditional materials' strength, the commitment to experimenting with these materials has already led to significant improvements. Schutte remains positive about the potential for bio materials, despite ongoing challenges.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/327722/image/large-b420e3ca617fade23ad0cd7b05b01420.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/327722">Towards a more sustainable future<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> is deeply committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability. Patrick Bloch emphasises the company’s dedication to minimising its environmental impact: “Our riverside location constantly reminds us of the need to protect our surroundings.”For 2030, the company has set ambitious goals, including reducing non-sustainable materials, decreasing the environmental footprint of vessels, minimising construction waste, and cutting overall energy consumption. “We are dedicating resources to exploring innovations in materials and processes to achieve a smaller future footprint,” Bloch explains.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250088/image/large-963371dbe12908d38b4892184567bc88.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250088" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> Bloch takes pride in the company’s proactive approach to sustainability and innovation. “We allocate a portion of our Design &amp; Engineering time to innovation,” he says, with each team member focusing on specific areas of interest. Recent initiatives include testing laminates with flax fibres, organic resins, and natural cork cores. The company also offers electric and hybrid drive options for essentially every tender in its portfolio.Looking forward: the next 30 yearsReflecting on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a>’s evolution from winter storage and repair to a leader in yacht tenders, Bloch highlights the company’s dedication to innovation and quality. “We aim to redefine luxury and innovation in yacht tenders,” he states. For 30 years, the company has combined cutting-edge technology with meticulous German craftsmanship.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/327730/image/large-1b217dc9053571896d54c32d514771d1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/327730">Bloch asserts, “Every boat we deliver is a masterpiece, perfectly complementing the mothership.” Looking ahead, Bloch reaffirms the company’s commitment to innovation and setting new industry standards. “Our international team strives to exceed client expectations with custom yacht tenders that reflect their vision and lifestyle,” he states.As the superyacht industry faces mounting environmental scrutiny, CEO Patrick Bloch envisions a transformative shift in the tender market. “With increasing awareness of superyachting's environmental costs (...) our key achievements will focus on reducing tender operation pollution,” he concludes.

Yachtwerft Meyer celebrates 30 years of innovation in tender design

Yachtwerft Meyer is celebrating 30 years of innovation and heritage in superyacht tender manufacturing.

The first 26.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering 88/0126.2m (85'11&quot;)Bering Yachts2024">Bering 88</a> motor yacht has successfully completed her sea trials, following her launch in June of this year. She is slated to be delivered to her owner by the end of 2024. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313553/image/large-39e27fbca976d31bf45567373ea6629a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313553">According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering Yachts</a>, “The sea trials revealed that the vessel exceeded all speed, range, and fuel efficiency expectations.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332414/image/large-9d9470e80d0713f854fcef4bdbe2d089.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332414">Featuring exterior design and naval architecture crafted in-house by the Turkish shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering Yachts</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering 88/0126.2m (85'11&quot;)Bering Yachts2024">Bering 88</a> is capable of accommodating as many as 10 guests across her five stateroom layout. Moreover, the yacht can also support a crew of up to five members onboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313551/image/large-eef2e4ad543846501cd64c40c3890ea0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313551">Previously known as the Bering 80, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering 88/0126.2m (85'11&quot;)Bering Yachts2024">Bering 88</a> is developed with efficiency at the forefront of her design. Described by her shipyard as “a perfect charter vessel”, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering 88/0126.2m (85'11&quot;)Bering Yachts2024">Bering 88</a> combines low operational costs with comfortable amenities. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/313562/image/large-30082c83d1909283b348185af72b46fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/313562">Inside, the motor yacht offers more than 177-square-metres of interior living space, including 43-square-metre crew quarters, and 128-square-metres worth of technical areas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225271/image/large-e36ea5368db0cdd81606b6de5827fe50.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225271"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225264/image/large-1b51281b00145927fdfbd8815ea29285.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225264">With 223 metric tons of displacement, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering 88/0126.2m (85'11&quot;)Bering Yachts2024">Bering 88</a> allows for plenty of storage room to support independent voyages. In terms of her performance, the yacht can reach a top speed of 10.5 knots. When cruising at a speed of 8.5 knots, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering 88/0126.2m (85'11&quot;)Bering Yachts2024">Bering 88</a> has a range of 5,000 nautical miles. &nbsp;“The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering 88/0126.2m (85'11&quot;)Bering Yachts2024">Bering 88</a> combines space, efficiency, and versatility, making it an excellent choice for commercial and private use,” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering Yachts</a> concluded.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225275/image/large-c83a0c2b21d7e7cdbeea3e2f49ce4893.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225275">

First 26m Bering 88 yacht completes sea trials

The first 26.2-metre Bering 88 motor yacht has completed sea trials, following her launch in June of this year. 


First 26m Bering 88 motor yacht completes sea trials

The 27.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a> 27 motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Willful27.3m (89'7&quot;)Maiora2006">Willful</a> is on the market with Daria Tomassetti of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Independence (Company)">Ocean Independence</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332333/image/large-4f456e295a7e5a2a0c54d309543e4c72.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332333">Delivered in 2006 by her Italian shipyard, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/willful/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Willful for sale</a>, previously known as Cintia, features exterior design and interior design conceived by the studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/767" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Roberto Del Re (Company)">Roberto Del Re</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332339/image/large-d0600b7f0c3b6267f90dbde64ffb1924.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332339"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332335/image/large-06a0631effd083a54021d57280f81ce7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332335"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332334/image/large-a10399b70695b113f6ee94caaf2491f4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332334">At a volume of 147 GT, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is capable of sleeping as many as nine guests across a four stateroom layout, with a pullman berth. Throughout <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Willful27.3m (89'7&quot;)Maiora2006">Willful</a>’s interiors, light wood panelling is complemented by cream upholstery for a luminous, opulent atmosphere. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332344/image/large-eb15e727ca4c85a17d0726e45b4fb502.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332344"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332342/image/large-1b6cd22415cba0b77b07008a20915275.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332342"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332341/image/large-654763dcbafcd0f800a62100938d73e5.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332341">Outside, the yacht is encapsulated by an athletic, yet elegant silhouette, sporting continuous and precise lines. Guests are offered two decks for exterior entertainment, as well as a flybridge boasting an outdoor kitchen, dining area, and sunbathing area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332351/image/large-11f41ee246db1bcc81a8e4bf2de92ffd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332351"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332352/image/large-bc2d107fa78c2f4666f0ab0fe4777123.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332352">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>’s main deck contains a bright lounge with sofas and a dining table, a guest head, the helm station, and the galley with double access. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Willful27.3m (89'7&quot;)Maiora2006">Willful</a>’s main deck and flybridge are notably spacious for a vessel of her size. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332349/image/large-20acac6ac10b32dba0b4fc1c7d856e09.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332349"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332350/image/large-020d58d41d2ee0da8d4e3421a002bca6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332350">Performance-wise, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/maiora/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Maoira yacht for sale</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 15 knots and a top speed of 24 knots. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Willful27.3m (89'7&quot;)Maiora2006">Willful</a>’s economical cruising speed of 15 knots ensures both fuel consumption and a long range.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332338/image/large-8c3500821a98836f0a5aa159862c049b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332338">

27m Maiora 27 yacht Willful for sale 

The 27.3-metre Maiora 27 motor yacht Willful is on the market with Daria Tomassetti of Ocean Independence. 


27m Maiora 27 motor yacht Willful for sale 

The 38.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Wonder38.4m (125'12&quot;)Gulf Craft 2012">Marina Wonder</a> sold in an in-house deal with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a> broker Richard Higgins introducing the buyer and Ed Dickinson representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332408/image/large-e04da7523e0fb751a40b805019dff7eb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332408">Delivered in 2012 as part of the Majesty 125 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Wonder38.4m (125'12&quot;)Gulf Craft 2012">Marina Wonder</a> features exterior design and naval architecture carefully crafted by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a>, while her interior stemmed from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1746" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cyrille Bieri Designs (Company)">Cyrille Bieri Designs</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291236/image/large-d25bd5438ef8a4ef05163444bdc5c863.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291236"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291237/image/large-4c35dc49e92d4674b2d863536517e2a2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291237"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Wonder38.4m (125'12&quot;)Gulf Craft 2012">Marina Wonder</a> can accommodate up to 11 guests across her five stateroom layout, with space for a crew of seven members. She displays a cosy interior aesthetic, blending warm American cherrywood onyx stone with solid white oak flooring. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291239/image/large-099c08b51ca38ae820dd1eb74696d98b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291239"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291238/image/large-2cd4f6dc6ade5743eacc1047a6f2e2f0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291238">Her full-beam master suite showcases a king-sized bed and marble ensuite complete with a Jacuzzi, rain shower and his-and-her sinks. The suite also displays a walk-in-wardrobe, vanity area and adjoining private workspace.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291234/image/large-08d9a75f5e3478ce8799d9e559def982.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291234"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291235/image/large-6af042fd892994b823ba1076510dc384.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291235"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Wonder38.4m (125'12&quot;)Gulf Craft 2012">Marina Wonder</a> boasts plenty of exterior deck space, perfect for dining alfresco or taking in the sea views. Her sundeck displays a six-person Jacuzzi, cream fitted sofas and comfortable sun loungers, while her swimming platform provides direct access to the water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291233/image/large-1b46608d96f4e3fc144dc93e4de4226c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291233"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291232/image/large-20eafb74597b19fa3e3a7d55c649fb84.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291232">Regarding performance, the tri-deck 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, providing her with a top speed of 17 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots. At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marina Wonder38.4m (125'12&quot;)Gulf Craft 2012">Marina Wonder</a> had a last known asking price of €5,500,000. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291222/image/large-733f71b405b8235c62d54aa039ab4f6f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291222">

38m Gulf Craft motor yacht Marina Wonder sold

The 38.4-metre Gulf Craft motor yacht Marina Wonder sold in-house with Northrop and Johnson. She had a last known asking price of €5,500,000. 

 38m Gulf Craft motor yacht Marina Wonder sold in-house

New images of the 37.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> Martinique motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumière37.8m (124'0&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Lumière</a>, spotted in Sardinia following her delivery in June of this year, have been unveiled.&nbsp;Captured by photographer Charl van Rooy while at anchor, the yacht is seen glimmering in the sunlight, while her Australian owners enjoy her for their first season onboard the vessel. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332361/image/large-9ac69a0b3268fd22abd9d695fe2eb134.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332361">“We commend <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> and the extended team on delivering what I can only describe as an exceptional vessel. After her delivery to Mallorca from the Netherlands we stepped aboard and spent 4 weeks cruising with various family groups and the odd friend. Without exception every person who stepped aboard was amazed with the quality of finishes and level of comfort," the owners of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumière37.8m (124'0&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Lumière</a> commented. “It exceeded all expectations. It was wonderful to see four <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> Martinique yachts berthed in Port Adriano.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332362/image/large-6c822d759d5ba5f7bc1fa9c561ab728c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332362">As the fifth yacht bearing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a>’s premium Martinique design, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumière37.8m (124'0&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Lumière</a> is recognised for her fast-displacement, long-race capacity, and an equilibrium between interior and exterior living spaces. Her high level of customisation also stands out, as her owners were heavily involved in the yacht’s two-year construction process.Among her owners’ requests were an extension to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumière37.8m (124'0&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Lumière</a>’s sundeck and the inclusion of a generous Jacuzzi pool, an expanded swim platform, and bespoke interior design, which was developed with the collaboration of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4664" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Indigo (Company)">Studio Indigo</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332321/image/large-2b1071ec9e50eb91368790da616f6e3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332321">As the yacht’s Captain enthused, “It's very comforting to know you are on a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a>, where safety in quality makes the difference.” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumière37.8m (124'0&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Lumière</a>’s Captain also maintains that the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/130" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonen Yachts (Company)">Moonen</a> Martinique “is simply the best in her size range.”At a volume of 345 GT, the motor yacht is capable of sleeping as many as 12 guests across her five stateroom configuration, while separate accommodation is also available for a crew of up to seven members. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332320/image/large-41595699e4651858ba29e0c85f07b425.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332320">Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/60777" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fifth 38m Moonen Martinique motor yacht Lumière delivered (2024-06-18 13:30:00 +0200)">Fifth 38m Moonen Martinique motor yacht Lumière delivered</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumière37.8m (124'0&quot;)Moonen Yachts2024">Lumière</a> is composed of a high tensile steel hull and aluminium superstructure. In terms of her performance, she is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines that propel her to a top speed of 17 knots. When cruising at a speed of 10 knots, she has a range of 4,000 nautical miles. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332332/image/large-7adebbe5a5d1aa855213de04e59ae009.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332332">

New images of 38m Moonen Martinique yacht Lumière

New images of the 37.8-metre Moonen Martinique motor yacht Lumière have been unveiled, as she was spotted in Sardinia.

New images of 38m Moonen Martinique motor yacht Lumière unveiled 

SuperYacht Times and YachtEye are pleased to announce their participation in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Technology Show - 2025">Superyacht Technology Show 2025</a>, taking place on 18-19 March 2025, taking place in the Barcelona World Trade Centre. This year’s show will centre around the theme, "The pivotal role Superyacht Technology plays in the owner’s luxury ecosystem," exploring the seamless integration of high-end luxury assets.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332318/image/large-7efc514847aa8bd095fe1c0091b234ee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332318">The event will focus on the synergy between superyachts, luxury residences, private islands, private jets, and supercars, highlighting the cutting-edge innovations that enable a connected lifestyle for the world’s most discerning owners.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Technology Show - 2025">Superyacht Technology Show</a> is the only event in the superyacht calendar dedicated entirely to superyacht technology. It brings together a unique community of over 100 exhibitors and provides and array of networking opportunities throughout the event. In addition to the exhibition spaces, the show hosts TECHTalk conferences within a 500-seat auditorium with 20+ industry leading speakers.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332315/image/large-232a24af9921c75b2a5727874f2f7513.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332315">SuperYacht Times and <a href="https://www.yachteye.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">YachtEye</a> will be hosting a stand during the show, where attendees can engage with the latest insights into the superyacht industry, while the <a href="https://www.yachteye.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">YachtEye</a> team will be available to demo the latest developments of the system. The team will also be distributing issues of SuperYacht Times’ newspaper and How to Build It magazine, offering guests valuable resources on the craftsmanship and innovation that define the world of superyachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332317/image/large-1914649d45de05a653c48052c12f2174.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332317">We look forward to seeing you at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Technology Show - 2025">Superyacht Technology Show 2025</a>, where the future of luxury will be on full display.

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SuperYacht Times and YachtEye are pleased to announce their participation in the Superyacht Technology Show 2025.

SuperYacht Times and YachtEye partner with the Superyacht Technology Show 2025

Sophie Spicknell takes a deep dive into the history of the 1916 schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a>, which is currently for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311795/image/large-2ef8340d2413af081bce995632e01d36.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311795">Few yachts command the reverence and admiration of the classic 1916 schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a>. At 42.06-metres, her graceful lines, storied past and impeccable craftsmanship have, rightfully, positioned her as a beacon of timeless elegance and maritime heritage.Built by the illustrious <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/829" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Herreshoff (Company)">Herreshoff Manufacturing Company</a> and designed by the legendary Nathanael Greene Herreshoff, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> is not merely a yacht; she is a floating piece of history, a testament to the golden age of sail.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332325/image/large-2ef9ae47bcf6383b82a884823b30a923.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332325">The steel-hulled schooner was launched from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/829" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Herreshoff (Company)">Herreshoff Manufacturing Co</a>. slipway in Bristol, Rhode Island, in spring 1916 under the name <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a>. Launched as the American flagship, she was built for Jacob Frederick Brown, a Boston textile manufacturer and avid yachtsman, who paid $75,000 to have her commissioned (around $2.3 million in today’s currency).The name <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> was chosen in honour of Brown’s wife, with all his yachts bearing her name. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> was crafted from the same half model as her near-sisterships <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5247" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vagrant39.0m (127'11&quot;)Herreshoff1913">Vagrant II</a> and Ohonkara, built in 1913 and 1920 respectively, with a design rescaled from Harold Vanderbilt’s first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5248" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vagrant of Burnham32.0m (104'12&quot;)Herreshoff1910">Vagrant</a> boat of 1910. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5247" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vagrant39.0m (127'11&quot;)Herreshoff1913">Vagrant</a> yacht featured steel frames and a wooden backbone and planking, with the rescaling of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> resulting in a 43 percent increase in length and a 35 percent increase in her beam, draft and freeboard. This not only saved on carving, but enabled him to tweak the already successful design to be better. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916"><img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/332327/image/large-ab5850dabb9fd4aa2e6f6790aaa84e1d.png?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20241011%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20241011T104749Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=05f749ac03ddba49068982af1911f294811c4be20b0fa99c9a30399bb222f88e" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332327">Mariette</a> remained in Brown’s fleet until 1927, when the schooner was sold to businessman Francis Boardman Crowninshield, the brother of renowned yacht designer B.B. Crowninshield. Renaming her Cleopatra’s Barge II, he painted her black with a white boot-top and a gilded stripe, inspired by the original Cleopatra’s Barge of 1816, which was owned by his family and reportedly “America’s first yacht.”&nbsp;Francis and his wife, Louise Evelina duPont Crowninshield, sailed aboard Cleopatra’s Barge II&nbsp;until 1942 when she was acquired by the US Navy for coastal patrol during the war. After the war, Francis refused to reclaim her, believing she had been ruined by naval operations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332326/image/large-6d7422a3cf76d092c5882e7ff839f0c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332326">Passing through several owners, the schooner was listed as Gee Gee III in 1946, according to a supplement to the 1939 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyd's Register</a> of Yachts UK. She remained in Boston until 1950 when she was registered in the 1950 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyd's Register</a> of American Yachts, as Evening Star by John P. Hazzard, from Morehead City, North Carolina. During this period, she received a new diesel engine, a Bermudan staysail rig, and new sails.By 1955, she was renamed Guinevere and registered in the 1955 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyd's Register</a> Of Yachts, as in New York, under Mrs Edgar Palmer. She was then sold in 1960 to charter captain Walter Boudreau, who renamed her Le Voyageur and offered sailing charters in the Caribbean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332323/image/large-92033a00497110a31ce9c846f9a53b79.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332323">Despite this, after just five years, Boudreau was talked into selling her to one of his charter guests. He later regretted this decision and bought her back in the late 1960s, this time renaming her Janeen, after his daughter. Janeen was eventually sold in 1975 to Carlo Monzino, a great art lover, who renamed her Kebyar and owned her until 1979. The boat reached Monaco in the autumn, where she underwent another quick refit that was to last till summer 1976.In 1979, Italian publisher and film producer Alberto Rizzoli purchased and renamed the yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> again. This also marked the start of her restoration journey at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4793" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Beconcini (Company)">Beconcini</a> shipyard in La Spezia, Italy. Between 1979 to 1982 she was completely dismantled and reconstructed, with everything restored, except for her original interior and her schooner staysail rig, which was fitted in 1949. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332324/image/large-485a026400200cb1c7cb57be698ad0dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332324">Alberto Rizzoli continued to sail <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> until the end of 1988 when he sold her to a Neapolitan, Wolf Chitis. Six years later, she was sold to American Thomas J. Perkins by Mike Horsley of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a>; and upon finding another vessel already registered as Mariette, he renamed her Mariette of 1915. Perkins appointed Tom Eaton as skipper, who convinced his owner to restore the boat to her original topsail gaff schooner rig.&nbsp;The original plans and data of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> were obtained from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where Nathanael Greene Herreshoff’s archives are held. Using these plans, her rig was constructed by legendary rigger Harry Spencer of Cowes and installed at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4793" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Beconcini (Company)">Beconcini</a> yard in Italy. In spring 1995 her hull was repaired again, as well as modifications made to her deck, with her wheel placed into a sunken cockpit. By the summer of 1995, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> was competing in Mediterranean classic yacht regattas under her new rig, earning many awards and accolades, before being sold again in 2005.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/252022/image/large-0b1abc54fc5a92a9b9423fe9af8e91f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/252022">In 2000, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> completed a major refit at Tréhard in France, which saw her sails replaced, before she made her first visit to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a> Falmouth facility in February 2010 for a pre-summer refit. She returned for minor works in spring 2012, &nbsp;ahead of the Pendennis Cup. In autumn 2017, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> returned to Falmouth for a more extensive refit, in partnership with her crew. The refit saw her deck and sub-deck replaced entirely, with all but two deckhouses removed, re-varnished and put back into position.Internally her saloon saw a new flue installed for the wood burner and headlining fully replaced, while the guest and owner’s staterooms were renewed with carpet throughout, including an update of all electrical fixtures.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311777/image/large-8c23885028c0decdc5a69a3b0c563a75.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311777"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311774/image/large-ade0afb253452d38b0a9aea2d5adaf24.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311774">The interior of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> is a time capsule in itself, capturing the essence of sailing tradition from over a century ago. Her walls are adorned by beautiful wooden panelling, intricate golden light fixtures, and artworks centred around sailing. She can comfortably accommodate up to six guests across three sumptuous staterooms, all finished in her traditional interior styling. She features a master suite with its own separate office, along with one twin stateroom and a bunk stateroom.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311778/image/large-9f1bb2469872d936905db3c0d63ad58d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311778"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311781/image/large-8f645245e34b321384e16cf6374eea01.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311781">But <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> is not just a showpiece; she is a formidable performer on the water. Her powerful sail plan, combined with a deep keel and balanced hull design, ensures exceptional sailing performance and stability. Whether competing in classic yacht regattas or enjoying leisurely cruises, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916">Mariette</a> promises an exhilarating sailing experience.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311787/image/large-fa82a363ebae0d34afcfa820ea8acf49.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311787"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311789/image/large-c2406dfde6dc5b8f9da9365fd9c3c051.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311789">Mariette</a> boasts large open deck spaces for relaxation, allowing guests to take in the uninterrupted panoramic views. Towards her midship, she features an alfresco dining area with additional seating, sheltered by a removable awning. Guests are also never far from the water, with a ladder on her starboard side providing direct access. Meanwhile her bow is home to a further forward-facing sun lounging platform and her lower deck houses formal lounge and dining areas, all of which are surrounded by magnificent traditional finishings.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette 42.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1916"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311790/image/large-9f1bda1e634c255abc06edebce918d11.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311790"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311792/image/large-b545fe3fd2ec30e05e4775ca67ccf5f8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311792">Mariette</a> now embodies sailing tradition in every sense, through her elegant profile, with a stunning dark navy hull, contrasted with the warm wooden toe rail and lighter teak deck finish. She is currently for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a> broker Hans Van Doornmalen and has been meticulously maintained over the years, leaving her in great condition for collectors and sailing enthusiasts alike.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311794/image/large-452dab2b4b040ab36e7276aeac576ebb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311794">This article was originally published in the 50th issue of the SuperYacht Times Newspaper,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper/newspaper-issue-50" target="_blank">available for download here.</a>

The history of the 1916 sailing yacht Mariette

Sophie Spicknell takes a deep dive into the history of the 1916 schooner Mariette, which is currently for sale with Edmiston.

Magnificent Mariette: The history of the classic 1916 sailing yacht

The 27.19-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon</a> FD 87 motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICE27.19m (89'2&quot;)Horizon Yachts2019">ICE</a> has entered the market with Yannick Altevolmer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/120" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Drettmann Yachts (Company)">Drettmann Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311146/image/large-32869cfa8345ae1f74f649f979ee7d33.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311146">Delivered in 2019, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/ice-27m/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht ICE for sale</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/43" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cor D. Rover Design (Company)">Cor D. Rover</a>, while her interiors and naval architecture were both penned in-house by her Taiwanese builder. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332306/image/large-f24f702f3e38e65b923d44fd35218042.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332306"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332304/image/large-cb3be4743b9fb7d98e82188ff6a10e3d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332304">At a volume of 187 GT, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is able to host as many as 10 guests across her five sophisticated staterooms, which consists of four double beds and two single beds. Moreover, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICE27.19m (89'2&quot;)Horizon Yachts2019">ICE</a>’s luxurious master suite offers a panorama of far-reaching sea views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332305/image/large-fbb4be0c43279ccbd7efed178a5f5c4b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332305"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332302/image/large-07324ee28c49e603c3f03eeb7a7b3a49.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332302"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332303/image/large-ee643ccbca0f719f58c57760bc6dcef8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332303">From an outside perspective, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICE27.19m (89'2&quot;)Horizon Yachts2019">ICE</a> makes a strong impression across harbours with her sleek exterior features, clean lines, and sturdy hull that makes her optimal for efficient journeys. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332307/image/large-1f398a023f0fbee6711923c62cd97c55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332307">Among the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>’s most standout features is her beach club located aft, which allows for direct water access, relaxation, or energising activities. Moreover, her expansive, elevated sundeck is ideal for soaking up the sun and dining alfresco. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332309/image/large-79e7a28e5a24f9152a8e3ea86c4c7ae5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332309"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332308/image/large-19f0e5f88ee3effd415bd56084d69510.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332308">Moving indoors to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICE27.19m (89'2&quot;)Horizon Yachts2019">ICE</a>’s saloon, which is equipped with a state-of-the-art audio/visual system, floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors maintain a connection to the outdoors, while a sumptuous L-shaped sofa invites guests to socialise as they admire the seascape. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332310/image/large-9ba4e422b95ef8918c222d58f47ce038.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332310"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332312/image/large-a61be95140d8b4a0448e63c370394b33.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332312"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332313/image/large-c259896ecf6f4895b3cefdebbdfe48be.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332313">Regarding her performance, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/horizon-yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Horizon yacht for sale</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 12 knots and a top speed of 18 knots.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/332314/image/large-83f4128fae6477e86850ba70f5235853.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/332314">

27m Horizon FD 87 yacht ICE for sale

The 27.19-metre Horizon FD 87 motor yacht ICE has entered the market with Yannick Altevolmer of Drettmann Yachts. 



27m Horizon FD 87 motor yacht ICE on the market 

78m Custom Amels Energy makes waves in Monaco

After a quiet debut in 2022, the 77.8-metre motor yacht Energy is stepping into the spotlight this year at the Monaco Yacht Show. 

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Onboard the 78m Custom Amels Energy that made waves in Monaco

The superyacht refit, repair and maintenance group <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92 Group</a> has appointed Jean-Marc Bolinger as its new CEO. Pepe García-Aubert, President &amp; previous CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a>, will continue to play a major role in the company as Chairman of the Board.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/222200/image/large-e4bbb77c68a52667fd330291fd991714.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/222200">Bolinger, a Swiss national, has occupied senior positions within a wide variety of industries ranging from business services, consumer goods, food and beverages to logistics, and has led teams of up to 900 employees. During a career spanning 30 years and three continents, he held executive roles at companies including Danone and Primo Corporation. In recent years he has worked as an advisor for private equity funds, a role that led him to first work with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> in 2021 where he helped the Group develop synergies between the company’s shipyards in Barcelona and La Ciotat.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/222201/image/large-6d2b9fbcb2b3a48e1531c826c1695d5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/222201">Pepe García-Aubert said of the appointment;&nbsp;“I am very happy that Jean-Marc has accepted this exciting challenge. He is in a unique position to bring a fresh perspective to our growing sector and will be able to apply his valuable knowledge of the service industry to our developing Group. Jean-Marc will lead the fantastic teams in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">Barcelona</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 La Ciotat (Company)">La Ciotat</a> who have consistently demonstrated their enormous capabilities. They will adeptly support Jean-Marc during this transition period, where their experience and solidarity will prove such an asset, ensuring the ideal foundation for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> to continue to thrive.”Jean-Marc Bolinger added, “The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92 Group</a> is on an exciting journey, and I am humbled to have been given the opportunity to work together with Pepe and the team in this period. My first priority will be to ensure a seamless transition for clients, employees and working partners. One of our objectives moving forward will be to pursue Pepe’s vision of growing the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> brand and remaining at the forefront of such a unique industry.”