Turkish superyacht builder recently launched their first Bilgin 160 Classic superyacht M&amp;M. SuperYacht Times visited the shipyard in Istanbul to see the second hull under construction and in Cannes we interviewed Yildirim Bilgen and had a look on-board superyacht M&amp;M. <div style="DISPLAY: none"></div><object id="myExperience1839676252001" class="BrightcoveExperience"><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF">
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The bow of a 100-metre plus <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> yacht has been seen for the first time at the Lemwerder facility in Germany. Spotted by a SuperYacht Times reader, the unnamed hull appears to have a clipper bow, with a large bulbous bow attached.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308281/image/large-773af4486c4fdc84083bafae859e6494.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308281">Although details are being kept tightly under wraps, based on her construction, <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a> predicts that she has an estimated delivery date of 2025.&nbsp;As well as this, the 122-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8278" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kismet122.0m (400'3&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Kismet</a> has been <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/60125" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Exclusive: 122m Lürssen superyacht Kismet on sea trials (2024-04-15 09:00:00 +0200)">spotted on further sea trials close to Kiel, Germany.</a> Previously known as Jag, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8278" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kismet122.0m (400'3&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Kismet</a> was launched from the Schacht-Audorf facility in August 2023.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/60125" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Exclusive: 122m Lürssen superyacht Kismet on sea trials (2024-04-15 09:00:00 +0200)">Exclusive: 122m Lürssen superyacht Kismet on sea trials</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308235/image/large-0db29b30441aa68739152aa62f7877c5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308235">According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> has several yachts in-build, including the 136.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ali Baba136.8m (448'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2024">Ali Baba</a>, which was launched in December 2023 and the 134.2-metre Deep Blue, which was seen for the first time in July 2023.&nbsp;

Lürssen yacht bow seen out of the shed for the first time

The bow of a 100-metre plus Lürssen hull has been seen out of the shed at the Lemwerder facility in Germany for the first time.

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100m+ Lürssen superyacht bow seen for the first time

The 31.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">Cantiere delle Marche CdM</a> Darwin 102 motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12892" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haze II31.1m (102'0&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2025">Haze II</a> has been moved to outfitting.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307997/image/large-547a2288f86732875d8441dddfb43b8b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307997">Construction on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12892" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haze II31.1m (102'0&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2025">Haze II</a> started in 2023 at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">Cantiere delle Marche</a> facility in Ancona, Italy. She features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a>, with interior design by UK-based design house <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lawson Robb (Company)">Lawson Robb</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307999/image/large-3b2d18ea55da609ba90042636a004bcd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307999"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307998/image/large-1177844c7916650e4899429a149c56bd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307998">The Darwin 102 yacht series is named after the naturalist and geologist Charles Darwin and channels the theory that species survive and thrive through evolution. The Darwin explorer yacht series epitomises adaptability, allowing owners to customise the yacht to meet their needs. &nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12892" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haze II31.1m (102'0&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2025"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298359/image/large-254d3e35b9acd83afd0f84481b1e5b9a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298359">Haze II&nbsp;</a> is constructed with a robust and reliable steel hull and aluminium superstructure and is the sixth yacht in the series. Designed with exploration in mind, she features state-of-the-art amenities and technology onboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298360/image/large-4e1c230c222f69dd871cb04cb105de37.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298360">She is characterised by huge wrap-around windows, which bathe her interiors in a gentle glow of natural light. Her spacious main saloon features an L-shaped sofa surrounding three uniquely shaped coffee tables, with an adjacent dedicated dining area and study space.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First look at renders of 31m in-build CdM motor yacht Haze II (2024-01-10 16:45:00 +0100)">First look at renders of 31m in-build CdM motor yacht Haze II</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12892" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haze II31.1m (102'0&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2025"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298356/image/large-657853185bbf9aeb0a6b60f8edb37cd5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298356"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298354/image/large-a78bebd3cd7f1292824cf29441fcf821.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298354">Haze II</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests across five staterooms, and displays a sophisticated and practical aesthetic throughout. She features a muted colour palette, contrasted with vibrant pops of colour.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298351/image/large-80d00b12c595702b67c83a02025af5b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298351">Regarding performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12892" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haze II31.1m (102'0&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2025">Haze II</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, providing her with a cruising speed of 11 knots and a top speed of 13 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298350/image/large-000cc605531017e964cc3f16e00508b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298350"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12892" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haze II31.1m (102'0&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2025">Haze II</a> will now move on to the next stage of her construction progress, with an expected delivery date of 2025. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298349/image/large-01ba7eb4e356e8266d26eae5410044d7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298349">

31m CdM Darwin 102 yacht Haze II moves to outfitting

The 31.1-metre Cantiere delle Marche CdM Darwin 102 motor yacht Haze II has been moved to outfitting. 

31m CdM Darwin 102 motor yacht Haze II moves to outfitting

New details have been unveiled about the 56.7-metre in-build <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akira56.7m (186'0&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024">Project Akira</a>. Construction began in 2021 on the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> 5700 Aluminium yacht, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCM (Company)">Marine Construction Management (MCM)</a> acting as owner’s representatives during the build.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200321/image/large-bece8dc009eb921682833e55fe9be589.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200321">“We were introduced to these clients a few years ago when they were weighing up the options of designing and building from scratch, purchasing from the brokerage market or purchasing a yacht already in-build,” explained Peter Wilson, co-founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCM (Company)">MCM</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307938/image/large-fcb10e16acc35320be6f0dc90d778b61.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307938"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307937/image/large-16dd8a16f1b6b0d588bb42f1c93fbbf6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307937"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akira56.7m (186'0&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024">Project Akira</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>, with naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van Oossanen Naval Architects (Company)">Van Oossanen Naval Architects</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a>. The yacht was sold in April 2023, with Wes Sanford of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson&nbsp;</a>and James Corts of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a>, acting on behalf of the buyer.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57355" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Akira: First 57m Heesen 5700 Aluminium superyacht sold (2023-04-11 17:00:00 +0200)">Project Akira: First 57m Heesen 5700 Aluminium superyacht sold</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307957/image/large-ae7cec026ef8af4b20ca09240f20ba8d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307957"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307955/image/large-65a404739c0fd18c51ee36ff71f35646.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307955"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCM (Company)">MCM</a> were appointed as owner’s representatives for the build, with their first tasks to review the project’s specifications and drawings and to work with the lawyers in the development of the final specification and contract documents. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307944/image/large-1e9815176a70142b1e37026734b197f8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307944"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307946/image/large-c3ecd9b7ffcdf25925d5320c51bc5d36.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307946"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akira56.7m (186'0&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024">Project Akira</a> was already under construction, which meant that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/742" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MCM (Company)">MCM</a> needed to ensure that the specifications met the owner’s needs. “The bulk of the aluminium works on the hull, deck and superstructure was complete, though at a stage where the owners could still put their imprint on the design, particularly in the interior,” explained Wilson.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54578" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Construction of 57m Heesen superyacht Project Akira officially begins (2022-02-10 15:30:00 +0100)">Construction of 57m Heesen superyacht Project Akira officially begins</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/255971/image/large-f691943bb42bb92d3754c21f95e97d00.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/255971">“We had a lot of input into the technical specification of the yacht and the project was at a stage where those improvements could be implemented and included in the yacht’s system. Having said that, the specification was already written to a high standard and some choices come down to preferences, not necessarily right and wrong.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200324/image/large-14594476f6e2db2dcfcfb65b164947e3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200324">Boasting a gross tonnage of 750GT, the all-aluminium yacht features an efficient Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF) hull shape, a concept developed by Netherlands-based naval architects <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van Oossanen Naval Architects (Company)">Van Oossanen</a>.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54629" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Behind the scenes with industry pioneer Van Oossanen Naval Architects (2022-02-22 14:00:00 +0100)">Behind the scenes with industry pioneer Van Oossanen Naval Architects</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200325/image/large-028d8e5db78c3dd542b908e2929d7028.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200325">“Her hull design concept is the FDHF which provides hydrodynamic efficiency allowing for low consumption and long range at cruising/delivery speeds,” added Wilson. “Also, importantly, based on her keel laying date she is fully <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Maritime Organization (Company)">IMO</a> Tier III compliant.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200328/image/large-63ae9b4f2d0fb654c520448ee7730bb9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200328">Coupled to this advanced naval architecture and engineering platform is a progressive yet elegant exterior design from long-time <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> collaborators <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akira56.7m (186'0&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024">Project Akira</a> showcases angular, yet graceful lines, paired with a transom scoop. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akira56.7m (186'0&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200334/image/large-0d63d3e1fc67f32ebc261b519072a958.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200334"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200333/image/large-b942aba8c0365f07e57ab3510f17f3e3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200333">Project Akira</a> features interior design from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Harrison Eidsgaard (Company)">Harrison Eidsgaard</a>, with the owners working with the studio to personalise the yacht to their own style. She will also be equipped with bespoke furniture, crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>'s interior engineers.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akira56.7m (186'0&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200340/image/large-e9550a02a533ced15cfda8d195f7ac51.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200340"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200341/image/large-e3f6b1a470e9bded600ce285b9966aea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200341">Project Akira</a> can comfortably accommodate as many as 12 guests across six staterooms, including a 63-square-metre main deck owner’s apartment. She has a bridge deck VIP and the remaining four suites are situated on the lower deck, as well as cabins for a crew of 13.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200345/image/large-16f4f88d74397c0966b5de365ce956bb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200345"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200337/image/large-9b789c7cb4a0c85a412ae52661c8ad79.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200337">Despite Project Akira being the first hull from a new platform model, her owner’s are able to draw on the knowledge and expertise of both <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> and MCM to customise her to meet their needs.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200349/image/large-78737b855bd0ea0c43e313881e04a7e4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200349"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200350/image/large-ae5f0b966062b0ad585e1a9f8e476030.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200350">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akira56.7m (186'0&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024">Akira</a> is indeed the first of a new series,” confirmed Wilson. “However our projects are typically custom so this being the first in this line for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> is not really a differentiation from our normal modus. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200358/image/large-06cfaf51dd09e12ee5a9a810ff3bda44.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200358">“The shipyard has been very inclusive and open to ideas, and welcome recipients of our experience that we can bring to bear. It has been a really healthy collaboration.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200329/image/large-b913408e8fd1693e92a02120a6c57cf1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200329">Construction of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10916" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akira56.7m (186'0&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024">Akira</a> is currently on track, with sea trials expected to take place in the summer, and a 2024 delivery date.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200330/image/large-9b7990e05b4de1fd19c5841f9af039ea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200330">“Currently the engine room is close to fully populated and from a systems perspective the yacht is quite complete. The interior is being installed at a fast pace and the exterior paint process is nearing completion. We are excited about putting her through her paces in the North Sea quite soon!”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200322/image/large-cf843fdd5cf6d213fcce457a395b3757.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200322">

New details revealed about the 57m Heesen yacht Project Akira

New details have been unveiled about the 56.7-metre in-build Heesen superyacht Project Akira.

New details revealed about the in-build 57m Heesen superyacht Project Akira

Italy-based yard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/636" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Rizzardi (Company)">Rizzardi yachts</a> has announced the construction of the first 24-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/636" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Rizzardi (Company)">Rizzardi</a> motor yacht, INSeven Plus. The first unit in the flagship series of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/636" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Rizzardi (Company)">Rizzardi</a> “IN” range has been commissioned by an Italian owner, with construction currently underway.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307948/image/large-e9f4849b23f7036195e25cc1af636c9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307948">The INSeven Plus yacht will be equipped with highly advanced technological solutions to consolidate the shipyard's market position in the segment of large open yachts. The success of the "IN" line is underscored by the production of over 25 boats in just four years, exclusively within this range.&nbsp;This new INSeven Plus project is set to reflect the designs of the large open hard-top INFive and INSix, featuring access below deck through a large glass door that showcases a vast contiguous area between the external and internal environment. With approximately 24-metres in length and a beam of 5.5-metres, these dimensions are planned for a yacht that will symbolise sportiness, elegance, and comfort.&nbsp;Despite a design characterised by an aggressive look and sleek lines, the INSeven Plus yacht is equipped with extensive walkable spaces and generous internal volumes, an achievement not easily attained in this type of vessel. The interiors will be customised at the owner's request, in keeping with the shipyard's tradition.From a technical standpoint, the propulsion of the new INSeven will be entrusted to surface drives, which, supported by the "Auto-Trim" system, ensure not only exceptional performance levels but also low-speed planning. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307949/image/large-caecefe4d75120603fa883b76997b93a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307949">At the helm, manoeuvrability will be handled by an electronic management joystick for the automatic control of the surface propellers, thereby simplifying the yacht's movement during docking phases. The system will also enable a "digital anchoring" feature. Anchoring will thus be possible, by pressing on a special keypad, to maintain the boat's positioning.

Rizzardi Yachts unveils new 24m flagship INSeven Plus yacht

 Italy-based yard Rizzardi yachts has announced the construction of the first 24-metre Rizzardi motor yacht, which will represent the flagship vessel.

First 24m flagship Rizzardi INSeven Plus yacht sold and in-build

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a> has announced that the keel of the new 53-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> Panorama 53M superyacht has been laid. She is due to be delivered to her owner in the first half of 2026.&nbsp;“The keel laying ceremony is a special moment in the construction of a yacht that begins to take concrete shape", said Giovanni Costantino, Founder and CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>. &nbsp;While the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> Panorama 53m yacht is the third of her model in production, she is the first to come equipped with a hybrid propulsion system. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267446/image/large-fd7beffc17e46d530ed61a848883c2f7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267446">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> Panorama 53M yacht boasts a seamless integration of interior and exterior living areas, creating a fluid sense of continuity throughout her voluminous and structurally detailed spaces.&nbsp;As many as 12 guests can be accommodated in the five lavish staterooms found on the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> Panorama 53M yacht’s lower deck at the bow. On the main deck, the extravagant owner’s suite is complete with its own private external terrace for additional luxury.&nbsp;In terms of her decor, sophistication and elegance define her interiors, which are composed of high quality, natural materials, including stones, wood, and rough metals.&nbsp;Additionally, the vessel is capable of housing a 7.5-metre tender, two Jet Skis, a rescue boat, and an array of watertoys in the open bow area located in front of the wheelhouse.Performance-wise, the superyacht’s cutting edge hybrid propulsion consists of two Diesel main engines as well as electric alternators, providing a sustainable distribution of energy to onboard amenities while the generators are turned off.Furthermore, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> 53 yacht is supplied with a lithium polymer battery pack so that the yacht can fuel all services for hours at a time without producing any emissions.&nbsp;“This <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> superyacht in hybrid version, credits our constant and continuous research into sustainability towards navigation with almost non-existent emissions, both at sea and in the atmosphere,” added Giovanni Costantino.&nbsp;

Keel laid of 53m hybrid Admiral Panorama superyacht

The Italian Sea Group has announced that the keel of the new 53-metre Admiral Panorama 53M superyacht has been laid.

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53m hybrid Admiral Panorama superyacht keel laid

63-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/225" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Virginian62.23m (204'2&quot;)Feadship1991">Virginian</a> has left the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">Atlantic Refit Center</a> (ARC), located in La Rochelle, France, after completing her extensive refit with successful sea trials.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307281/image/large-bca419653b29236129c811bf24a868e3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307281">The motor yacht, which was first delivered in 1991, entered <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">ARC</a>’s expansive dry dock in October 2023. Following a refit period that spanned over five and a half months, as well as sea trials, she is all set to embark on a cruise through the Mediterranean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307279/image/large-dbddd4404918a136ac9407bd0af6dcd3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307279">“This 5-and-a-half-month refit period has been very intense and successful, especially on the engineering side, with our two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> main engines being completely overhauled. The relationship with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">ARC</a>’s project manager team has been one of the best for me as fleet captain and I will enjoy returning,” commented Owner’s Representative and Fleet Captain Paul Neill.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307282/image/large-0d9271fec7612d2e944b67a344859678.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307282"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307280/image/large-7baf9518049dbc8e119474d3825c8d8a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307280">“Thanks again to Fleet Captain Paul Neill and his team. This has been a real pleasure to work for, and with them, and the owner. This iconic vessel needs a lot of attention due to her age and we were committed to deliver the best every day,” added Stéphane Marcelli, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic Refit Center (Company)">Atlantic Refit Center</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307278/image/large-2000cc426d3e420f3ee9668ef34fafc1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307278">&nbsp;

63m Feadship yacht Virginian completes refit 

The 63-metre Feadship superyacht Virginian has left the Atlantic Refit Center after completing her extensive refit with successful sea trials. 

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63m Feadship superyacht Virginian completes extensive refit 

On Friday the 60-metre Heesen yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8982" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ultra G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024">Ultra G</a> left the Netherlands. Yesterday, Heesen Yachts released a statement confirming that the full custom superyacht was sold and delivered to her new owners on 29 March 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307088/image/large-de9e3d8c3882165c2f9ff2548712ff5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307088">Heesen also said that the sale and delivery of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8982" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ultra G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024">Ultra G</a> was coordinated with the Dutch authorities. The yacht is currently moored off the Channel Island Guernsey.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/285027/image/large-f0da25685c7f3edf747fa7d5d7635d75.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/285027"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8982" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ultra G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024">Ultra G</a> features an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a> with an interior by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Harrison Eidsgaard (Company)">Harrison Eidsgaard</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59706" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Video: Onboard the 60m Heesen superyacht Ultra G with her ‘out of this world’ cinema (2024-02-13 15:15:00 +0100)"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256289/image/large-ef56d9987c480a4ce9b2c64fa0611fd8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256289">Video: Onboard the 60m Heesen superyacht Ultra G with her ‘out of this world’ cinema</a> Regarding guest accommodation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8982" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ultra G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024">Ultra G</a> provides four comfortable staterooms and an owners suite situated on the bridge deck aft that allows for expansive sea views, as well as a private whirlpool and seating area. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256290/image/large-877fa144e791f2f1087bebb317f2b7ee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256290">Customised to meet the demands of her owner, the yacht includes a conversation area and alfresco dining space on her main deck aft terrace, which features sliding doors to blend the interior and exterior zones.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/305608/image/large-4500589e8eb9f7aae871a37eb2371f60.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/305608"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59824" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="In pictures: Heesen's 60m superyacht Ultra G in Amsterdam (2024-02-28 14:45:00 +0100)">Read: In pictures: Heesen's 60m superyacht Ultra G in Amsterdam</a>Other noteworthy features onboard the superyacht include, a state of the art cinema and a wellness area, complete with a sauna, snow room, and steam room for relaxation.&nbsp; <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256291/image/large-00fbbbdbe072b912894f1672f2e93895.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256291">In terms of her performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8982" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ultra G60.0m (196'10&quot;)Heesen Yachts2024">Ultra G</a> is powered by four <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 strenuous cruising speed of 33 knots, alongside an impressive top speed of 37 knots for an adventurous, fast-paced journey. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287906/image/large-a55a72a80e4bad2eb63250425af00208.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287906">

60m Heesen yacht Ultra G sold and delivered

The 60-metre superyacht Ultra G has been sold and delivered by her builder, the Netherlands-based shipyard Heesen, to her owner. 

The Italy-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">Cantiere delle Marche</a> (CdM) has revealed that the 45-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RJ II45.0m (147'8&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2025">RJ II</a>, which is the flagship yacht of their RJ line, has moved to outfitting. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306989/image/large-072ddea339a44b4556b94547415275a7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306989">With a draft of 2.6-metres, the yacht has a volume of 499 GT that can host as many as 12 guests across a five guest stateroom layout. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306987/image/large-34038c57828521c83bdde4413cfd283a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306987">The vessel, which has a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, features an exterior created by the Italy-based studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/586" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Francesco Paszkowski (Company)">Francesco Paszkowski</a> and interiors conceived by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvagni Architetti (Company)">Salvagni Architetti</a>, as well as naval architecture imagined by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PierLuigi Ausonio Naval Architecture (Company)">PierLuigi Ausonio Naval Architecture</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306993/image/large-cef3e667608c250bbbd74c7e032ab504.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306993"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306991/image/large-c13a1ebacec289e917c2d486b5ec4880.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306991">In terms of her propulsion system, 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 can reach a top speed of 15 knots over the course of a 5,000 nautical mile range.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306992/image/large-cc71e611b86fce53ebe8ad104c79dfb6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306992"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306988/image/large-474d9d3d62de41fffed9bafca8e5860f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306988">The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RJ II45.0m (147'8&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2025">RJ II</a> is due to be delivered to her owners in 2025. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306990/image/large-d3aeb5d5acac40ec7b9e9cbb9f9d31e2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306990">

45m CdM RJ II yacht moved to outfitting

The Italy-based shipyard Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) has revealed that the 45-metre flagship superyacht RJ II has moved to outfitting.

45m CdM flagship superyacht RJ II moved to outfitting

The seventh 36-metre yacht of the Mulder ThirtySix series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Q4336.0m (118'1&quot;)Mulder Shipyard2024">Q43</a>, has officially been launched at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/293" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mulder Shipyard (Company)">Mulder</a>’s yard in Zoeterwoude, the Netherlands, following the arrival of her hull in April 2023. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306856/image/large-ca4d76b276f8d1db7e017befe1e533f0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306856">Once the yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Q4336.0m (118'1&quot;)Mulder Shipyard2024">Q43</a> is delivered to her owners, which is expected to happen in May of this year, she is set to take off for a voyage around Norway followed by a trip to the United States, where she will make her debut at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show - 2024">Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2024</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306854/image/large-165f540d78c023348b23c1cf336bf342.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306854">As part of a series with a reputation for top notch cruising abilities, the flybridge yacht features an exterior imagined by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2546" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Claydon Reeves (Company)">Claydon Reeves</a>, interiors courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4540" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vickers Studio (Company)">Vickers Studio</a>, and naval architecture conceived by Van Naval Architects. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306829/image/large-0ada428f505a351d681ef6a98ee93faf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306829">Thanks to a configuration consisting of five staterooms, she is able to accommodate up to 10 guests, while separate living quarters can also host as many as six crew members. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306853/image/large-29cf5bed9a6dfee6fd34f8e33f1bd37d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306853">With a volume of 298 GT, the motor yacht also includes plenty of interior living spaces for guests to enjoy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306857/image/large-c74d6a977a4285f45d6737a358eaba9a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306857">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, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Q4336.0m (118'1&quot;)Mulder Shipyard2024">Q43</a> can reach a cruising speed of 15 knots along with a top speed of 16.8 knots.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306859/image/large-e9b8880332e6709a0a0d8e335ba59793.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306859">

Mulder ThirtySix yacht Q43 launch 

The seventh 36-metre superyacht of the Mulder ThirtySix series, Q43, has officially been launched at Mulder’s yard in Zoeterwoude.


Seventh Mulder ThirtySix yacht Q43 launch 

Italy-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> has announced that the 41.31-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12235" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amer 41 Steel41.31m (135'6&quot;)Permare s.r.l.2025">Amer Steel Explorer 41</a> yacht has moved to outfitting. First announced during the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2022">Monaco Yacht Show 2022</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12235" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amer 41 Steel41.31m (135'6&quot;)Permare s.r.l.2025">Amer Steel Explorer 41</a> integrates a new revolutionary crane system to launch and retrieve tenders. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306738/image/large-f0cd8818cbe554865eba790621f0042c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306738">The Amer Steel 41 Explorer yacht features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luiz de Basto Designs (Company)">Luiz de Basto</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5771" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Optima Design (Company)">Optima Design</a>. Commissioned by a repeat client of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luiz de Basto Designs (Company)">Luiz de Basto</a> in 2022, this explorer yacht with a beam of 9.75-metres has an expected delivery date of 2025.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56056" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amer 41 steel explorer superyacht revealed at MYS 2022 (2022-09-30 17:15:00 +0200)">Amer 41 steel explorer superyacht revealed at MYS 2022</a>Defined by an innovative hull shape, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12235" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amer 41 Steel41.31m (135'6&quot;)Permare s.r.l.2025">Amer Steel Explorer 41</a> superyacht features a high bow and heavy duty 8,000 kg cranes integrated into her superstructure to allow for easy use and retrieval of her tenders. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306737/image/large-2c83b719b942a42bb5dec9b25c61007f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306737">“We look at the form, followed by function and add an extra layer, experience, which informs the function that in turn shapes the form,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luiz de Basto Designs (Company)">Luiz de Basto</a>. “My design process involves going back and forth between the form, function and the experience until they are one.”The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12235" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amer 41 Steel41.31m (135'6&quot;)Permare s.r.l.2025">Amer Steel Explorer 41</a> superyacht can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests across five staterooms, as well as up to eight crew members.&nbsp;Boasting a shallow draft of just 2.25-metres, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12235" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amer 41 Steel41.31m (135'6&quot;)Permare s.r.l.2025">Amer Steel Explorer 41</a> yacht uses an advanced propulsion system to significantly reduce consumption and emissions. Powered by four <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines, she can reach an approximate top speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots, with a range of 4,500 nautical miles at 11 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306736/image/large-f1658b67d776a5d7c0549072444a138b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306736">

Amer Steel Explorer 41 yacht moves to outfitting

Permare has announced that the 41.31-metre Amer Steel Explorer 41 has moved to outfitting.

Amer Steel Explorer 41 superyacht moves to outfitting

For this weeks edition for our charter newsletter <a href="https://yachtchartermarket.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Yacht Charter Market</a>, Jessamie Rattray sits down with Jacqui Lockhart, the newly-appointed Charter Manager at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Big Blue Expeditions (Company)">Big Blue Expeditions</a> and former Head of Europe Charter Marketing at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper and Nicholsons</a>, to discuss <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Big Blue Expeditions (Company)">Big Blue Expeditions</a>, the new CA of the 126.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a> has been in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1075" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd Werft (Company)">Lloyd Werft</a> shipyard in Bremerhaven since September undergoing refit work, and will be rejoining the charter market this summer for her second full season, with her ownership company, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Big Blue Expeditions (Company)">Big Blue Expeditions</a>, as her new in-house charter manager.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224946/image/large-2fbf251fbfdd0a35dc3ee70a043bb663.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224946">We have seen that&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Big Blue Expeditions (Company)">Big Blue Expeditions</a>&nbsp;is also the ownership company of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a>. What prompted the decision to change&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a>'s charter management to in-house, and will you take on the yachts of other owners?Big Blue Expeditions is the manager for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a>, along with an award-winning Eco-Luxury property in Thailand. A yacht as prestigious as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a> warrants a distinct representation. The owner has consistently prioritised in-house management to uphold his stringent quality standards and align with our strategic vision.Looking ahead, there will be other projects in the future. We are considering expanding our charter operations to include additional yachts and other travel ventures within the same group, further enhancing our bespoke offerings. My role at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Big Blue Expeditions (Company)">Big Blue Expeditions</a> is to focus on the promotion of Octopus for charter, as well as overseeing other projects in the future.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259739/image/large-9948ddc51ec0008895b0b3532030400e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259739">What made you decide to join <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Big Blue Expeditions (Company)">Big Blue Expeditions</a>&nbsp;from a large company?Over the past 30 years, I have accumulated substantial expertise in key roles at leading firms and by managing my own company for 12 years.Last year's introspection on my professional aspirations coincided perfectly with the chance to join Big Blue Expeditions. The vibrant energy of the team and the promising opportunities on the horizon made it a straightforward choice for me to contribute my seasoned skills to this vibrant enterprise.What are the challenges in promoting a large and unique yacht like&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a>, and how do you promote the yacht?Promoting <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a> involves highlighting both her legacy and her unique capabilities for expeditions. We have developed a dedicated website to showcase her history, features, and available charters in greater detail.&nbsp;The demand for chartering her remains robust, and with my industry contacts and our targeted promotional strategies, we aim to secure the recognition <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a> truly deserves.---------------For the full interview and more information about the upcoming season aboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a>, head over to <a href="https://yachtchartermarket.com/" target="_blank">Yacht Charter Market</a> now and make sure to subscribe to the weekly newsletter for all charter stories.

Yacht Octopus and Big Blue Expeditions 

We sat down with Jacqui Lockhart of Big Blue Expeditions, the new CA of explorer yacht Octopus.

Who is Big Blue Expeditions, the new CA of the 126m M/Y Octopus?

The 91.5-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/10860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 101291.5m (300'2&quot;)Feadship2024">Feadship 1012</a> has been launched from the Makkum facility in the Netherlands. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308561/image/large-a92159970c9b4bb0d0991842e4a60a6d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308561">Construction on the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 101291.5m (300'2&quot;)Feadship2024">Feadship 1012</a> yacht began in 2020, with her bow seen for the first time in May 2022 when it was pulled from the shed at the CSR facility in Rotterdam. Her hull was later launched in December 2022 at the Slob yard and transported to Makkum, where it was joined to her superstructure.&nbsp;In pictures:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56645" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="In pictures: Secretive 92m Feadship superyacht hull in transit (2022-12-23 17:30:00 +0100)">Secretive 92m Feadship superyacht hull in transit</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308563/image/large-548b189406932372c8ca1af731c49f63.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308563">Details surrounding the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 101291.5m (300'2&quot;)Feadship2024">Feadship 1012</a> yacht have been kept tightly under wraps, however the steel and aluminium yacht is estimated to have an internal volume of around 2,965 GT. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308566/image/large-6a19ffd61d024ffb3b3dbcda42a47826.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308566">She features a masculine exterior profile which retains elegance, notably with her dark blue hull and white superstructure. Her striking bow is defined by the signature V-cut feature on both her port and starboard profiles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308564/image/large-8e7310d53f483cb102c66c787fcfceea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308564"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308562/image/large-8ce5f8e6679897f1c64b1d7f997ab7e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308562">The first images of her show a large beach club and pool, with large square side hatches alongside her transom, which could indicate fold-down platforms and balconies. As well as this, larger hatches can be seen further forward on the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship de Vries 101291.5m (300'2&quot;)Feadship2024">Feadship 1012</a>'s superstructure, which could be used to conceal her tenders. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308560/image/large-0de9cc2fcd1bc421ebd91f44d9cb02f8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308560"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308565/image/large-72b345bb0dee9bf07b13344e0f36e427.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308565">According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, the 102.6-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/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/60119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="103m Feadship 1011 superyacht Ulysses delivered (2024-04-17 10:30:00 +0200)">delivered to her owner this week</a>. The top flagship spot at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> will soon be taken by the 118.8-metre Feadship 821 yacht, which is due to launch later this year. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308559/image/large-b586d7bb0cf6e9b112c0083693b0f115.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308559">

Exclusive: 92m Feadship superyacht Feadship 1012 launched

The 91.5-metre Feadship superyacht Feadship 1012 has been launched from the Makkum facility in the Netherlands. 

In Pictures: 92m Feadship superyacht Feadship 1012 launched

The 24.71-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</a> sold in a deal with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2510" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="EKKA Yachts (Company)">EKKA Yachts</a> introducing the buyer and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4562" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ABYS Yachting (Company)">ABYS Yachting</a> representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308545/image/large-8dcfcab64549ee2f419cd77bdc2cfa78.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308545">Delivered in 2011 as part of the popular <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> F800 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</a> features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, with naval architecture from the drawing boards of her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270942/image/large-4f48ed341c4f42940b3aa48b17d0094a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270942"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270939/image/large-a24e99ebb20868bcd5c4b74689ba8ffc.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270939"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</a> is characterised by a bright and contemporary interior design, with large picture windows in her main saloon, providing guests with plenty of natural light. Her open-plan design sees a dining area positioned forward, with seating for up to six guests. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270940/image/large-4c86fc61be96fa27a81417b5022f45be.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270940"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270937/image/large-5690f61763ddf355c170b9e27638477c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270937"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270938/image/large-c6fb4255c652215b4a61a5d91d100eab.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270938"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270932/image/large-234e7140c5950f7eb98214192a705f2c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270932">With around 91 GT of internal volume, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</a> can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests across a four stateroom configuration, each with its own ensuite bathroom. She can also sleep a crew of four across two cabins on the lower deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270944/image/large-3a03c47a6957d2923c95be8ad446aa3e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270944"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270943/image/large-648ae9d4376f082624682794d4e319b0.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270943"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270934/image/large-9f1cb4cd1c3b79e81b631af3ff84d082.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270934">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</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, which provide her with a cruising speed of 20 knots and an exhilarating top speed of 31 knots. At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</a> had a last known asking price of €2,000,000. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270941/image/large-929a7456d1dfa907b84a1bb7662d4891.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270941">

25m Ferretti motor yacht Lady Bee sold

The 24.71-metre Ferretti motor yacht Lady Bee sold in a deal with EKKA Yachts introducing the buyer and ABYS Yachting representing the seller. 

25m Ferretti F800 motor yacht Lady Bee sold

Delivered in 2017 as the first yacht of the Dutch shipyard’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/293" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mulder Shipyard (Company)">Mulder</a> ThirtySix series, we take a closer look at the artistry and glamour that compose the design of the 36-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta One36.0m (118'1&quot;)Mulder Shipyard2017">Delta One</a>’s interior and exterior living spaces.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308534/image/large-f21db79568482ef5f3b61af836f6dd34.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308534">Built at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/293" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mulder Shipyard (Company)">Mulder Shipyard</a> in Zoeterwoude-Rijndijk, the Netherlands, the motor yacht features naval architecture courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van Oossanen Naval Architects (Company)">Van Oossanen</a>, while her interior and exterior design hails from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2546" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Claydon Reeves (Company)">Claydon Reeves</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292429/image/large-75a22381ed716b7b69c6542b80599079.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292429"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308518/image/large-ed921ca565ffa5695782d06631b8eb3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308518">Across a volume of 295 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta One36.0m (118'1&quot;)Mulder Shipyard2017">Delta One</a> is capable of hosting as many as ten guests across a five stateroom layout, while additional accommodation is also available for two extra guests thanks to the presence of pullman beds onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292417/image/large-5ebf521e89ad71107ced67319e6a4ab1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292417">From the outside, the displacement motor yacht’s custom made exterior profile is constructed with aluminium and features a striking continuous arrangement of windows, providing uniquely far-reaching views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308544/image/large-d69ca1d520a161d644a21c55954f207a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308544"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292442/image/large-817fb0a5658b94ef515157dde399bff3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292442">As for the exterior deck spaces, an aft deck dining area complete with cushy grey sofas and light wooden coffee tables serves as a prime alfresco dining spot. Midship, a folding balcony allows guests to peacefully take in the stunning surroundings with a drink in hand.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308543/image/large-5e010b57ab96e3285293ef71aa59e0c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308543">Moving indoors, the yacht’s main saloon is peppered in an array of fabrics and tasteful patterns throughout the roomy, sumptuous seating arrangement of the lounge. Nearby, guests can also indulge in the white marble sit up bar, or eat cuisine in style at the formal dining space embellished with delicate, flower-shaped lighting arrangements.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292421/image/large-0c4252eac62bb697bb22e80845051cdd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292421"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292420/image/large-e0ace6a7bb483960c71aa8093b2eecb7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292420">In terms of accommodation, one of the extravagant master suite’s most notable elements is the electric blinds that make for a cosy sleeping sanctuary, and also permits owners to gaze up at the stars from the comfort of their bed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292449/image/large-ac2a405f85575d92bf32510d3e86d738.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292449"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308521/image/large-0e359c0c4a017140c1449eeecacde5ac.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308521">Moreover, a state of the art entertainment system, plush, navy armchairs, and high-focus private study area bring the owner’s stateroom to an elevated standard of luxury.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308531/image/large-2d948beb63ebfb181bacba4ccfdcf1b5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308531">Across all ensuite bathrooms, a thematic, pale grey marble was used for walls, floors, and countertops, creating a fashionably modern, monochromatic atmosphere.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292416/image/large-633c9ef46aa6e5975891912abffca649.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292416"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308523/image/large-c61496d5cfc492d8333a19360b417e15.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308523">With regards to her performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta One36.0m (118'1&quot;)Mulder Shipyard2017">Delta One</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines that can reach a cruising speed of 15 knots alongside a top speed of 17 knots. Additionally, she boasts low fuel consumption at 80 I per hour at a speed of 10 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308542/image/large-5aff9f9c1eb1cd421a0322a6c546b145.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308542"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta One36.0m (118'1&quot;)Mulder Shipyard2017">Delta One</a> is currently on the market with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/293" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mulder Shipyard (Company)">Mulder Shipyard</a> with a reduction to her asking price, and will also make an appearance at this year’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palma International Boat Show - 2024">Palma International Boat Show</a> from 25-28 April. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/278022/image/large-ecdb8c53dcd973b6fd02e62da66e4216.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/278022">

Onboard 36m Mulder ThirtySix yacht Delta One 

We take a closer look at the artistry of Delta One, which was delivered in 2017 as the first yacht of the Dutch shipyard’s Mulder ThirtySix series. 

A closer look inside the first 36m Mulder ThirtySix yacht Delta One 

The 36.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/474" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachting Developments (Company)">Yachting Developments</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1638" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bliss36.8m (120'9&quot;)Yachting Developments2009">Bliss</a> has joined the market with Will Bishop of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Partners (Company)">Superyacht Partners</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308473/image/large-72b601071911c7c342dca3f9b03c50e2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308473">Delivered by the New Zealand-based shipyard in 2009, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sailing/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sailing yacht for sale</a> features exterior design and naval architecture crafted by the UK-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/35" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubois Naval Architects Ltd. (Company)">Dubois Naval Architects</a>, while her interiors are derived from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/329" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Design Unlimited (Company)">Design Unlimited</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/18736/image/large-da5e3a8a34f251e5c399bcf22f86b43e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/18736">Inside her 153 GT volume, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1638" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bliss36.8m (120'9&quot;)Yachting Developments2009">Bliss</a> is capable of sleeping as many as eight guests across a layout of three to four staterooms, and also has separate accommodation for up to five crew members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308477/image/large-f076f4126f431debea88832df3481046.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308477">Having undergone an extensive 15-year-long refit, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>’s shiny, fresh interiors radiate opulence, particularly in the standout main saloon, which boasts geometric, slanted windows, glossy, dark wooden floors, and a cushy L-shaped sofa piled with soft pillows.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308491/image/large-05488d8c13205607146a2f1eba543f40.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308491">A similar stylishness is also abundant throughout the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/yachting-developments/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Yachting Developments yacht for sale</a>’s palatial staterooms, where upholstered decor and sleek navy tones combine a nautical climate with a fashionable flourish. In the full-beam master suite, an ensuite bathroom provides an even more private, luxurious touch.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/79115/image/large-e1fba736a43d4ea6734b792225982e10.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/79115">While the lavish main saloon can also be converted into a master stateroom, remaining guests can reap the benefits of the two additional peaceful staterooms onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/79114/image/large-3874e701fa86f2607ebc7c9d09bb9324.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/79114">The same aesthetic beauty applies to the yacht’s exterior profile, which includes an elegantly sharp, navy hull that neatly juxtaposes with surrounding crisp, white. In addition, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1638" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bliss36.8m (120'9&quot;)Yachting Developments2009">Bliss</a>’s hull and superstructure are both composed of GRP.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/79112/image/large-bb2035c60eb8961d2381e3d0b276acd6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/79112">Performance-wise, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/bliss-37m/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Bliss for sale</a> is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engine that can reach a comfortable cruising speed of 11 knots and a top speed of 14 knots.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308478/image/large-8bcc050c7685cd4f643f26c7fe117474.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308478">

37m Yachting Developments yacht Bliss joins the market 

The 36.8-metre Yachting Developments sailing yacht Bliss has joined the market with Will Bishop of Superyacht Partners. 



37m Yachting Developments sailing yacht Bliss joins the market 

Earlier this week, the 23.29-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2882" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pearl Yachts (Company)">Pearl</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13785" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tomi23.29m (76'5&quot;)Pearl Yachts2015">Tomi</a> caught fire and exploded while she was moored in the port of Calanova, Palma.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308479/image/large-81ca99776b85f4c5706446f5dab0fb98.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308479">The catalyst of the accident, which took place on 15 April, was reportedly a failure or overheating of the auxiliary power in the flybridge yacht’s bow chamber. The suspected source of the overheating was a malfunction within <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13785" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tomi23.29m (76'5&quot;)Pearl Yachts2015">Tomi</a>’s bow thruster.&nbsp;Eyewitnesses reported hearing an alarming explosion, induced by an overabundance of smoke building up inside the vessel, as dark clouds of smoke could be seen streaming out of her interior.&nbsp;A team of Palma firefighters rushed to the scene shortly after in order to extinguish the fire. Staff at the port of Calanova transported the yacht to a safe location to avoid causing damage to other boats or marina visitors.&nbsp;At the time of publishing, it is still unclear whether anyone was injured during the explosion. <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/935780609" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> Delivered in 2015 by the UK-based shipyard as the flagship of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2882" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pearl Yachts (Company)">Pearl</a> range, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13785" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tomi23.29m (76'5&quot;)Pearl Yachts2015">Tomi</a> is capable of hosting up to eight guests overnight across a four stateroom layout.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13785" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tomi23.29m (76'5&quot;)Pearl Yachts2015">Tomi</a>’s accommodation includes a master suite with a king bed, a VIP stateroom with a queen bed, along with two guest staterooms that have twin beds.&nbsp;Having undergone a refit in 2022, the yacht was decked out with refurbished interior and exterior styling, as well as installed with Zero Speed stabilisers for a smoother journey.&nbsp;

Explosion and fire on 23m Pearl yacht Tomi in Mallorca 

Earlier this week, the 23m Pearl yacht Tomi caught fire and exploded while she was moored in the port of Calanova, Palma.


Explosion and fire onboard 23m Pearl yacht Tomi in Mallorca

The 102.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 1011 superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> has been delivered to her owner. According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>'s newly upgraded AIS tracking feature, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is heading to Bergen, Norway. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293484/image/large-36f193113d7d699141e8caae64f76a94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293484">Launched in October 2023 from the De Vries Makkum facility, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is currently the third largest yacht to be launched by the Netherlands-based shipyard at the time of print. The top flagship spot will soon be taken by the 118.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 821 yacht, which is due to launch later this year. &nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/58611" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="103m Feadship superyacht Project 1011 launched (2023-10-08 13:50:00 +0200)">103m Feadship superyacht Project 1011 launched</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293482/image/large-db95157c8a210208d687cd76ac53d29c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293482">Ulysses</a> began construction in 2020 at the Zwijnenburg Shipyard, where her hull and superstructure were built. The yacht was then transported to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> Makkum facility for outfitting and completion.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="In pictures: 103m Feadship superyacht Project 1011 moves from Makkum to Amsterdam (2023-11-13 09:45:00 +0100)">In pictures: 103m Feadship superyacht Project 1011 moves from Makkum to Amsterdam</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295308/image/large-2d82e12d8d33eb329e6212441099e847.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295308">She features a sheer bow and minimalist lines, with exterior 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> and naval architecture from the boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design &amp; Naval Architecture</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is also the tenth collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> and <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>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289087/image/large-5bc71c72f7714da9c11c0650c1060191.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289087">Ulysses</a> boasts 1,100 square metres of exterior glass that includes twenty exterior sliding doors and twelve glass windbreaks. She was built for a highly experienced owner who was closely involved in every detail of the build from the start to finish. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289086/image/large-5a2e1cf34a4eebb49cbcdce176e2eabb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289086">With a volume of just under 3,000 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is able to accommodate up to 20 guests, as well as a crew of 30. She is also equipped with a winter garden on her main deck aft, with sliding glass panels which open the entire area up.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59189" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="103m Feadship superyacht Ulysses on sea trials (2023-12-01 14:00:00 +0100)">103m Feadship superyacht Ulysses on sea trials</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295311/image/large-acbd5ee1e6adfdcf53932bf60c8eb0de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295311">A key design element of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is her single deck engine room that minimises the impact of the technical spaces and therefore maximises the guest spaces. She features a distinctive profile and purposeful personality.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295312/image/large-d7669bd2607e8be59a3c3823938d7597.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295312">Key amenities onboard the Project 1011 yacht include four outdoor hot tubs, a swimming pool covering the full-height of the main deck and accessed from the pool deck; a helicopter hangar under the forward helipad and eight hull doors (one of which is the largest tender garage door ever installed on a <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/295310/image/large-f0c7740f01b74971529f62f05a646f5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295310">Regarding performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</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, providing her with a top speed of 17.5 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots. The yacht is also fitted with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum Marine Stabilizers</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293483/image/large-b001997e164c6ee5c902e74b14f9f276.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293483">According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> currently has several yachts in-build, with the flagship 118.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 821 yacht due for launch later this year. She will take the top spot from the 118-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Launchpad118.0m (387'2&quot;)Feadship2024">Launchpad</a> which was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Breaking news: 118m Feadship superyacht 1010 delivered and named Launchpad (2024-02-29 17:30:00 +0100)">delivered in February 2024</a>.&nbsp;

103m Feadship 1011 yacht Ulysses delivered

The 102.6-metre Feadship 1011 superyacht Ulysses has been delivered to her owner. 

103m Feadship 1011 superyacht Ulysses delivered

Since March, the yachting world has been impacted by a class-action lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court in Miami by Ya Mon Expeditions, LLC. This lawsuit targets numerous brokerage firms, including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yacht Sales</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Allied Marine (Company)">Allied Marine</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2581" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="United Yacht Sales (Company)">United Yacht Sales</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>, as well as prominent listing platforms such as Boats.com and Yatco. Moreover, The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYBA (Company)">International Yacht Brokers Association</a> is also named as a defendant. At the heart of the lawsuit are allegations of price-fixing, accusing multi-listing services like Yatco of facilitating potentially anti-competitive behaviours that violate federal antitrust laws.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306423/image/large-f732fc93c7f3418567c26f3dfb9234a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306423">The plaintiff, Ya Mon Expeditions LLC, a Wyoming-based limited liability company owned by a lawyer, initiated the lawsuit after selling a yacht and subsequently discovering how commissions were distributed. Specifically, it was revealed that the commission paid to the listing broker was shared with a cooperating broker. This lawsuit seeks to challenge the legitimacy of the commission structures associated with MLS-like systems within the yacht brokerage industry.The roots of this lawsuit likely trace back to recent shifts within the real estate sector concerning commission structures. Home sellers in multiple lawsuits against the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and several major brokerages have argued that the trade group's regulations, especially those governing homes listed on its affiliated multiple listing services, unfairly bolstered agent commissions. These rules reportedly incentivised agents representing buyers to avoid showing listings where the seller’s broker offered lower commissions to the buyer’s agent.In an article published by Soundings Trade World, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYBA (Company)">IYBA</a> Chief Operating Officer Paul Flannery addressed the allegations, stating: “We are aware of the complaint, which does not accurately portray the yacht brokerage industry. It incorrectly suggests that selling yacht brokers are required to pay the commissions of brokers representing yacht purchasers, or that there is a conspiracy to inflate commissions”.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289300/image/large-1ffa49ca8775f0bb7ce606cad8163ecf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289300">Furthermore, an article by Loose Cannon highlights how several yacht brokerages, along with the corporate owners of the YachtWorld listing service, are collaborating to formulate a unified defence.Judge Michael Moore of the U.S. District Court in Miami recently granted the defendants additional time to compile exculpatory evidence and develop their arguments. This decision came in response to a motion filed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galati Yacht Sales (Company)">Galati Yacht Sales</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2581" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="United Yacht Sales (Company)">United Yacht Sales</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HMY Yacht Sales (Company)">HMY Yacht Sales</a>, Permira Advisers, and Boats Group. Notably, the Yacht World multiple-listing service, which is controlled by its parent companies Permira and Boats Group, is also implicated in this case.However, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison</a> has chosen a distinct path from the rest, as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison</a>'s legal team filed a motion to dismiss the charges against their client alone. In a bold move, they distanced themselves from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galati Yacht Sales (Company)">Galati</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Allied Marine (Company)">Allied Marine</a>, suggesting in their arguments that if guilt were to be assigned, it would more likely fall on these two.Christopher M. Brainard, the attorney for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison</a>, described the lawsuit against his client as merely a 'cut and paste' from recent class-action lawsuits that have disrupted America's real estate commission system. Brainard argued that although the system for selling boats may seem similar to home sales on the surface, the underlying mechanics of yacht sales are fundamentally different. He emphasised to the judge that the arguments which undermined the National Association of Realtors do not apply to the context of yacht sales.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292157/image/large-1fe7b7eb29843cceb1d513bfab6f9a7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292157"><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht Times</a> has reached out to the involved brokerage houses, but none have responded with a comment. As this case progresses, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht Times</a> will continue to monitor its development, as the outcome could have profound implications for the practices of yacht brokerage.

Inside the yacht brokerage industry’s class-action controversy

Since March, the yachting world has been impacted by a class-action lawsuit filed by Ya Mon Expeditions, LLC, in the U.S. District Court in Miami.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times (Company)">SuperYacht Times</a> is pleased to announce that they will be supporting the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Singapore Yachting Festival - 2024">Singapore Yachting Festival 2024</a> as a media partner. Taking place from 25 to 28 April at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2015" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="One °15 Marina (Company)">ONE°15 Marina</a> Sentosa Cove, Singapore, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Singapore Yachting Festival - 2024">SYF</a> plans to host around 12,000 visitors, with around 70 yachts on display up to 55 metres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308293/image/large-c1456cd0c3cea1e5fa12a518e78d5caf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308293">Singapore has long been regarded as a gateway and hub of Asia’s marine industry, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Singapore Yachting Festival - 2024">Singapore Yachting Festival</a> will reinforce the exciting growth of the yachting industry by providing an event platform for world-leading yacht builders, water-sport toys, and lifestyle brands to showcase their products for the ever-increasing appetite of the Singapore and Asia audience."The level of interest in the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/191" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Singapore Yachting Festival - 2023 ">Singapore Yachting Festival</a> was incredible, it showed that more and more people are keen to explore the boating lifestyle in this part of the world, especially from the local communities as boat ownership has become more affordable and understood," commented Wade Pearce, founder of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Singapore Yachting Festival - 2024">Singapore Yachting Festival</a>."We look forward to supporting <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2015" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="One °15 Marina (Company)">ONE°15 Marina</a> to build on the success of 2023 to make the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Singapore Yachting Festival - 2024">Singapore Yachting Festival</a> the leading event in the region and an event for everyone.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308292/image/large-072c4bf85ca944bfaeb652317c0947e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308292">Ahead of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Singapore Yachting Festival - 2024">Singapore Yachting Festival</a> the inaugural ICOMIA Boating Industry Conference 2024 will be held on 23 and 24 April. Presented by the International Council of Marine Industry Associations and the Singapore Boating Industry Association, the event will discuss themes such as sustainable business practices for long-term growth, and guidance for decarbonisation in the recreational marine industry.In the last couple of weeks several superyachts have joined the line-up for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Singapore Yachting Festival - 2024">Singapore Yachting Festival 2024</a>. Some of the the yachts on display at this year's show include: &nbsp;<ul><li>55.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galileo55.7m (182'9&quot;)Perini Navi2011">Galileo</a> with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> &nbsp;</li><li>39.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1165" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros MCIES (Oassive) (Company)">Astilleros MCIES</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1646" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silentworld39.6m (129'11&quot;)Astilleros MCIES (Oassive)2006">Silentworld</a> with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Iseo Yachting (Company)">Iseo Yachting</a> &nbsp;</li><li>35.75-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> SD118 with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1011" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Simpson Marine (Company)">Simpson Marine</a> &nbsp;</li><li>29.11-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess</a> X95 with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess Yachts</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4820" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boat Lagoon Yachting (Company)">Boat Lagoon Yachting</a>&nbsp;</li><li>27.03-metre wallywhy 200 with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a> and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>&nbsp;</li><li>26.82-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7491" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hudson Yacht (Company)">Hudson</a> HH88 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13583" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Crazy Love26.82m (87'12&quot;)Hudson Yacht2023">Crazy Love</a> with HH Catamarans</li></ul><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308294/image/large-4030703190589e608879befcd921fd26.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308294">“The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Singapore Yachting Festival - 2024">Singapore Yachting Festival</a> and our event the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> share a coming goal of bringing more superyachts to Asia and get more people boating, so I am very happy to partner with them,” added <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times (Company)">SuperYacht Times</a> Founder &amp; Director, Merijn de Waard.Netherlands-based yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> will also be joining the lineup at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/222" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Singapore Yachting Festival - 2024">Singapore Yachting Festival</a> as a sponsor, as well as a event partners for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a>.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59887" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2024 programme announced (2024-04-04 17:00:00 +0200)">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2024 programme announced</a>Taking place in Hong Kong on the 5 and 6 of June, at the Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> aims to develop the Asian superyacht market in a bid to attract more yachts to the region.

SuperYacht Times partners with the Singapore Yachting Festival

SuperYacht Times is pleased to announce that they will be supporting the Singapore Yachting Festival 2024 as a media partner. 

SuperYacht Times partners with the Singapore Yachting Festival 2024

The 61-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/40" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Hakvoort Shipyard (Company)">Royal Hakvoort</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a> has been spotted on her sea trials by SuperYacht Times Content Creator Nick Smits. During her sea trials <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a> passed through Amsterdam, the Netherlands and cruised past the SuperYacht Times office on her way to the North Sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308454/image/large-c6c4f3bc8220499149499df9993c14d7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308454">Designed 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> which were responsible for her exterior design, YN253, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a>, was commissioned by a passionate owner looking for a seamless blend of style, functionality.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308458/image/large-28bc799c9c07fb2008a45a0fda32dfbc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308458"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a> was built under the supervision of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> and designed with a carefully considered balance of indoor and outdoor spaces. She can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests across an six stateroom configuration, with her full-beam owner’s suite situated on a private deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308456/image/large-8463f50ee53875021e99201dc8c27ef5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308456">The private owner’s deck includes a skylounge with a bar, panoramic views from the master stateroom, twin ensuite bathrooms, a private study and an alfresco seating and dining area aft for up to 16 people.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59288" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="61m Hakvoort S-Class Project Asia superyacht launched (2024-01-22 13:30:00 +0100)">61m Hakvoort S-Class Project Asia superyacht launched</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308459/image/large-7002e4d63a73365d71e6e2f3d322ed41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308459">The main deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a> features a full-width VIP suite, with seating area and his and hers bathroom, as well as a lounge with a large dining table, seating area and bar. Further guest accommodations can be found on the lower deck, comprising four spacious double staterooms with ensuite bathrooms. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308453/image/large-fc78d12f1d72fbf4588b94cd226bb174.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308453">The aft lower deck aft also features a beachcomber with a massage room, a Hamman and entertainment area. The forward lower deck also has generous crew arrangements for eight. &nbsp; <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308455/image/large-55094e95805c29535fd51ed757eda7b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308455">The upper deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a> is home to her wheelhouse and a range of facilities for the captain, as well as a spacious gym and outdoor seating aft. While the sundeck is complete with a swimming pool, full service bar, day head and a seating area with sunpads.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308460/image/large-075aaaf8be17baecd8d08a998a4a735a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308460">According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/40" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Hakvoort Shipyard (Company)">Royal Hakvoort</a> has several yachts in-build, including the 65-metre YN254, which was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Exclusive: Hull of 65m in-build Hakvoort YN254 superyacht transported through Amsterdam (2023-11-30 10:00:00 +0100)">seen passing the SuperYacht Times office in November 2023</a>, and the 45-metre YN256, with an expected delivery date of 2026.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308457/image/large-ffc9e54507324b6609d3060f69d7889f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308457">

61m Hakvoort yacht Project Asia on sea trials

The 61-metre Royal Hakvoort superyacht Project Asia has been spotted on her sea trials in Amsterdam.

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