Built by the Dutch shipyard Oceanco in 2004, the 60 metre superyacht Sea Pearl has recently undergone a total re-fair and paint of her hull and superstructure, interior and engine room - a complex and intricate job completed to the highest of standards, and not at one of the many European locations you would expect.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/155975/image/large-ecdf321191eef5690e1628101c8cb929.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/155975">After spending some time cruising in the increasingly popular region of SE Asia the team of Sea Pearl decided to work with TH Marine Services in Bangkok. Let’s get some background information and talk to the people integral to the successful completion of the project, including the owner of TH Marine Services, Scott Christopher Taylor, owner of Yachting Services Thailand, Mick Cotter, who regularly collaborate with Scott and his team in Bangkok, as well as the captain of Sea Pearl, Roy Cooper. Working together in Bangkok Dry-dock, TH Marine Services (THMS) and Yachting Services Thailand (YST) have been collaborating on refits and repaint work for the five years.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/155976/image/large-df1f66315f44972887c1d5a1cd37dd61.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/155976">Scott Taylor, who started working on superyacht paint projects since 1986, says, “There’s are a lot of enquiries now as there’s a lot more boats coming to Asia as an alternative to Europe. There’s also an increasing number of Asian owners looking for refit work, so why go back to Europe when we have the facilities and the skills here? It can be difficult in Asia, yes, to find the required skills but we’ve trained our staff and it works well.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/155977/image/large-39aefa1bf7d6374193a79e6d16907a30.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/155977">When asked how the two companies work together today, Mick Cotter says, “We provide all encompassing services for any superyacht. We do an initial overall survey and remove the parts for repair and service. Scott does all the fairing and painting. On completion, working to a strict project plan, we reassemble the parts often working with the yacht’s crew. This is a perfect area of the world for this type of work. The staff are skilled, focused and meticulous with their hands, so it’s a good location. Also there are an increasing number of yachts on global cruises and they stop off here, as Bangkok is an international hub with good hotels and has a major airport in SE Asia. Many come here and like it so much they get sort of stuck here for a little while, so it’s a good place to do a refit.”“The government in Thailand is now starting to promote Bangkok as the hub of Asia and superyachting, so they’re beginning to relax some of the laws and restrictions on foreign registered boats, which makes everything easier. Many of us have worked throughout Asia in Hong Kong, Singapore, Korea, Malaysia and Indonesia, and there is no better area for superyacht building, refits and repair than Bangkok. The other ports in Asia have little or no access to the skilled tradesmen that we have here and the good supply of materials and equipment. They’re not geared up to superyacht work as Thailand has over fifty years’ experience in yachts building. Our goal, and we are well on the way, is to have the best and biggest superyacht refitting operation in South East Asia.”The prime reason Sea Pearl worked with THMS in Thailand was simply because they were cruising in the area, but as the captain of the superyacht Roy Cooper told SYT, he has been more than pleasantly surprised with the work that the team has carried out. Describing the relationship between the Sea Pearl crew and the two local yacht companies, Cooper says, “It’s a good and very easy working relationship. Scott understands what we want and he’s got the skills, the experience and the staff to deliver it.”Like many complex projects undertaken on board superyachts, despite a good working relationship with subcontractors, with a skilled and experienced team completing the job, the repaint project was not without some challenges. For Captain Roy Cooper, these challenges were predominantly presented in the climatic conditions of the country in which they were working - though notes that these challenges were easily overcome by the TH Marine team. He says; “Temperature, humidity and the atmosphere were as always the main challenges we faced. I’m talking about atmospheric pollution - just try it when you’re working with chemical paint. In order to achieve the prefect paint finish that is demanded by owners around the world, the working conditions need to be right. Any dust and dirt must be removed, the temperature and particularly the humidity must be controlled and monitored to workable levels. But you can see the final result here, and it really speaks for itself.”Independent Paint inspectors CCS who were employed by Captain Roy Cooper to advise on the complete project initially viewed the working and climatic conditions in Thailand as a potential threat to the high quality level required. Scott explains, “They were really worried about us reaching the clients expectations with the environment that we’re in, but we’ve proven it can be done and we have achieved what was required. With more than thirty years in super yacht painting behind me I have always known what the end result must be and the way to get it." CCS quoted in their final paint report that: “Despite these challenges the results achieved in the topcoat are excellent. This is also backed up by the Gloss and DOI values measured and recorded which are at the high end of the scale set by international standards”As Scott and Mick both say, “As with all superyacht work none of this can be achieved without dedicated project management. The project manager will plan, organise, monitor and weave together all the complex strands needed to remove and refit parts and keep paint records of all products applied to the yacht. It means long hours and constant focus to keep the project on track, on time and in budget”.Materials, tools and labour need to be ready on site just in time and the working condition constantly monitor and recorded. “My staff meticulously report and record everything, they photograph ever detail from taking out and polishing the smallest screw, to the much bigger jobs like repairing a deck or building a complete new cabin." As Mick says, this adds to the overall accuracy of the project and is “an invaluable resource.” “We can see what it looks like, where it fits, and zoom in to check every detail. It’s just so much easier when we put it all back together.”Captain Roy Cooper notes that a complete new re-paint in Thailand may not be every superyacht owner’s or captains first port of call due to the distance from Europe and the fact that Bangkok - at least for the moment - does not attract a vast amount of boats cruising in the area. Having said that superyachts have been cruising here, built here and coming here for refit and repaints for more than thirty years so the skill and quality is available. Despite the ever changing modern world Thailand and Bangkok is considered ‘exotic’ and can be a very enjoyable location to build or refit a yacht. Captain Cooper’s satisfaction with the work that TH Marine has successfully completed is an undeniable draw. “Everybody wants and demands ‘a perfect paint job’, but you don’t always achieve it. The work that has been completed on Sea Pearl here in Thailand is right up there with some of the best. I’m very happy with it and there’s no reason we wouldn’t return here as a first stop.”Contacts:Scott Taylor:<a href="http://www.superyachtpainters.co.uk/" target="_blank"> http://www.superyachtpainters.co.uk/</a>Mick Cotter: <a href="http://www.yachtservicesthailand.com/" target="_blank">http://www.yachtservicesthailand.com/</a>CCS: <a href="http://www.yachtpaintconsultant.com/" target="_blank">http://www.yachtpaintconsultant.com/</a>

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Repainting the 60m MY Sea Pearl in Thailand

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HMY Yacht Sales (Company)">HMY Yachts</a> has released images of the 35.46-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2614" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tail Lights35.46m (116'4&quot;)Azimut Yachts2011">Tail Lights</a> following an extensive 45-day refit carried out between July and September 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365511/image/large-0fa4c668da228d126c9b500a19bb98b4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365511">The flybridge charter yacht, formerly named Claudia and Cheers 46, features exterior styling by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a> with interiors crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/436" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeazzi Design (Company)">Galeazzi Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365517/image/large-0dd58c493415c69a87d14fd7aaae53d8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365517">Owned by Long Island entrepreneur Lee Mandel, the refit was personally overseen by him. “He began the full time job of planning nine months in advance, ensuring all materials were secured and waiting at the shipyard before work commenced,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HMY Yacht Sales (Company)">HMY</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365512/image/large-464ce55cef09b4d12fe71cb58a12143e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365512">Works included a full repaint of the superstructure, replacing the previous metallic finish with a non-metallic grey that allows for seamless touch-ups without the need for dry docking. A layer of internal paint protection was also applied to preserve the finishes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365515/image/large-bfc73ee5ed3088ed4660dabc0a6e2763.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365515">The interiors were enhanced with advanced lighting and audio upgrades, along with new housewares and bedding to elevate the onboard atmosphere. For improved climate control, the chiller plants were replaced to ensure continuous air conditioning. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2614" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tail Lights35.46m (116'4&quot;)Azimut Yachts2011">Tail Lights’</a>&nbsp; Starlink system was also upgraded to provide fast and reliable connectivity at sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365516/image/large-729edb330a6b7dbf4f934b29bb7e56cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365516">On the mechanical side, the yacht received a brand new fuel filtration system with three stages of protection, ensuring clean fuel supply to the engines. Both the engines and generators were also fully replaced.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365513/image/large-b57c2b948784ae8c3a8ad2993ebb415c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365513">“This recent refit unlocks a new chapter for the vessel, its crew, and charter clients seeking an extraordinary onboard experience,” concluded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HMY Yacht Sales (Company)">HMY</a>.All photos provided courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HMY Yacht Sales (Company)">HMY Yachts</a>.

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HMY Yachts has released images of the 35.46-metre Azimut motor yacht Tail Lights following an extensive 45-day refit.

35m Azimut motor yacht Tail Lights completes refit

“I decided to do a crazy thing. I bought a Dutch Navy ship. I know it sounds strange, but it was such a pity to see her left in that poor condition. Why not transform this incredible vessel into a fantastic superyacht?” stated Giorgio Moretti, the Florentine businessman who acquired the historic 71.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3750" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="P Smit (Company)">P. Smit</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Snellius71.8m (235'7&quot;)P Smit1952">Snellius</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/359716/image/large-eb4a5df58c9854224e8b4be256caddd1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/359716">Originally constructed in Rotterdam in 1952 for the Royal Dutch Navy, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Snellius71.8m (235'7&quot;)P Smit1952">Snellius</a> will be converted into a superyacht by CR9, Moretti’s dedicated refit company, using the facilities at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8261" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giacalone Shipyard S.r.l. (Company)">Giacalone Shipyard</a> in Mazara del Vallo, Sicily. CR9 is also carrying out the refit of the 44.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1176" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CCYD (Company)">CCYD</a> sailing superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2598" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Electa44.5m (145'12&quot;)CCYD1990">Electa</a> at its facilities in Termoli, Molise, Italy.Once complete, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Snellius71.8m (235'7&quot;)P Smit1952">Snellius</a> will join the House of Nine fleet, a boutique hospitality brand founded by Moretti and his daughter Ginerva that combines five-star hotel service with the exclusivity of superyacht cruising.This marks <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8261" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giacalone Shipyard S.r.l. (Company)">Giacalone Shipyard</a>’s first superyacht project; until now, the yard has specialised in the construction of merchant and military vessels. Explaining how <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Snellius71.8m (235'7&quot;)P Smit1952">Snellius</a> came to the yard, Nicolò Giacalone, Technical Director and second-generation representative of the family-run shipyard, said: “It happened by chance. It was the result of a casual meeting. When both parties showed interest, something naturally developed.” He further elaborated: “It is clear that the owner, from a technical point of view, entrusted us with the construction work because of our experience. For this reason, he chose to bring the vessel here from other ports to Mazara del Vallo.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/66525/image/large-0d7ca401e589293790b41cdb86edc329.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/66525">Reflecting on the decision to accept the project, he said: “We saw in this project a great opportunity, one that is both bold and exciting.”Detailing the scope of work, Giacalone highlighted: “First of all, we will undertake a comprehensive overhaul, which will certainly involve several specialist design studios covering structural work, interior design and automation and electrical systems. Not least, we are placing strong emphasis on the ‘green’ aspect. It is likely that we will focus on a hybrid solution too, giving the vessel the ability to sail in complete silence.”He further explained: “Several teams will work simultaneously and we will certainly focus on the technical and structural aspects, including a complete revision of the vessel’s internal compartmentalisation to bring it in line with current regulations, as the ship will be classified as a passenger vessel. The plan is to transform it into a luxury hotel at sea, with suites and every detail designed to serve the needs of guests.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365199/image/large-d8a73948f382333846ccb6283198e96b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365199">As for the timeline for the completion of the project, Giacalone shared that discussions are now underway to define the stages of work. “Next week we will hold our initial meetings to set out the various phases and then we will get started straight away. We expect around three years of work,” he said.Regarding whether <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8261" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giacalone Shipyard S.r.l. (Company)">Giacalone Shipyard</a> intends to expand its involvement in superyacht projects rather than focusing solely on merchant and military vessels, Giacalone pointed out: “At the moment, we are also considering the possibility of entering this market.”

Snellius begins two-year superyacht refit at Giacalone Shipyard

Snellius will be converted into a superyacht and will soon undergo a major refit at Giacalone Shipyard in Mazara del Vallo, Sicily.

Historic 72m vessel Snellius begins two-year superyacht refit at Giacalone Shipyard

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri di Pisa (Company)">Cantieri di Pisa</a> has announced the delivery of two superyachts from its refit division, the 41.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1028" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gin Tonic41.7m (136'10&quot;)Feadship1981">Gin Tonic</a> and the 40.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1412" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ellen 40.4m (132'7&quot;)Perini Navi2001">Ellen</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365196/image/large-82427822224f705c71f14f3073a66bbf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365196">Launched in 1981, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1028" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gin Tonic41.7m (136'10&quot;)Feadship1981">Gin Tonic</a> underwent a phased refit programme, split between technical and aesthetic works. Carried out under the supervision of Viareggio-based Vannucci Group Agenzie Maritime, the project included hull repairs, equipment upgrades and the installation of new electrically operated stabilisers. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365197/image/large-d3f1ecf9d142e4cd24aa422a420068ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365197"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1412" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ellen 40.4m (132'7&quot;)Perini Navi2001">Ellen</a> was launched in 2001 and required dismasting to access the Canale dei Navicelli before entering the facility. Managed by Simonazzi Yachts in Monaco, her refit included a full repaint of the yacht’s structure and masts, followed by class renewal work.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365198/image/large-8d28b201d3552b05d1126f04f5fb6b5b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365198"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri di Pisa (Company)">Cantieri di Pisa</a>’s refit operation occupies 24,000 square-metres and is supported by nearly 30 in-house staff members and a supply chain workforce of approximately 300 people. The yard is equipped with a 300-tonne travel lift and trolley, enabling it to accommodate a wide range of vessels and project scopes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365195/image/large-4e0c28cd0a0951afe0b6ed5f90610915.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365195">According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri di Pisa (Company)">Cantieri di Pis</a>a, both projects were completed ahead of schedule and returned to their respective owners in recent days. These completions bring the shipyard’s total number of delivered refit projects in 2025 to 30, representing more than 1,500 metres in combined length.&nbsp;A further 10 yachts are currently undergoing work and are expected to be delivered in the coming months. Since her refit, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1028" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gin Tonic41.7m (136'10&quot;)Feadship1981">Gin Tonic</a> has been made available for charter.(All images courtesy of Cantieri di Pisa)

Cantieri di Pisa completes refit and delivery of two superyachts

Cantieri di Pisa has completed the refit of the 41.7-metre Feadship motor yacht Gin Tonic and the 40.4-metre Perini Navi sailing yacht Ellen. 

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Cantieri di Pisa completes refit of 42m Feadship and 40m Perini Navi yachts

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a> has announced that the 70-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2996" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kleven Maritime AS (Company)">Kleven Maritime AS</a> vessel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Master70.0m (229'8&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2001">Project Master</a> has been transferred to the dry dock at its facility in Harlingen, the Netherlands for outfitting, as part of her extensive conversion. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364912/image/large-5abc73b580abd8b4a1d1bdc28114682c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364912">SuperYacht Times were in attendance to witness the yacht be technically launched before she was moved to the shed, marking the completion of Phase 1 of her conversion. The steel hull, complete with a lengthened bow and newly constructed superstructure will now move into Phase 2. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364905/image/large-54b9a8dc44fbc798638df5254d72bc44.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364905">Originally built as an Emergency Response and Rescue Vessel (ERRV) called Havila Tigris, she was sold in 2007 and renamed Ocean Ness. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Master70.0m (229'8&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2001">Project Master</a> is now being converted into a next-generation, hybrid-powered explorer yacht with long-range cruising capability, scientific functionality and flexible guest accommodation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364907/image/large-2bdd2c44e9067683fa0475fb48963f59.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364907"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Master70.0m (229'8&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2001">Project Master</a> boasts a beam of 15 metres and a volume of 2,801 GT and is being tailored for immersive exploration experiences, including adventure charters and oceanographic research missions. She features a reimagined exterior by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a>, with interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364909/image/large-52eb44826b1c2d7ce3428a28989d2bca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364909">According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a>, the project is underpinned by a purpose-driven philosophy and a commitment to supporting marine conservation through innovation. Her steel framework from keel to deck has now been completed, with the conversion involving a four-metre hull extension and the construction of a new superstructure, which houses the yacht’s accommodation decks.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364910/image/large-a60ab985d495204f4c96764444116973.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364910">These changes have increased her gross tonnage by approximately 1,000 GT to a total of 2,801 GT, allowing for significantly larger living and technical spaces without requiring a complete hull redesign.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364913/image/large-2d3a2a3e9e2722f034a3145e24ce3a11.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364913"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364909/image/large-52eb44826b1c2d7ce3428a28989d2bca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364909"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Master70.0m (229'8&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2001">Project Master</a> will be outfitted with a fully equipped science lab and teaching space, allowing her to operate as both a luxury explorer and functional research vessel. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a> has also partnered with organisations such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7794" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cookson Adventures (Company)">Cookson Adventures</a> and the International SeaKeepers Society to ensure <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Master70.0m (229'8&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2001">Project Master</a> can support complex global missions.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364914/image/large-6857372657aae8686663ac7576598a9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364914"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364915/image/large-f651a8aa8a99d1f5841b43ad423449cf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364915">The vessel is now equipped with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6875" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA (Company)">Voith</a>’s latest electric <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6875" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA (Company)">Voith</a> Schneider Propellers (eVSPs) and a new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1131" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Schottel GmbH (Company)">Schottel</a> bow thruster, offering exceptional manoeuvrability, dynamic positioning and quiet electric-mode operation, which is ideal for environmentally sensitive cruising grounds.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364958/image/large-f08f6798fb9b819fcfc89367b5b43a5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364958"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364957/image/large-2171ecccd08dd40ee73dae5f0d175676.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364957">Five Tier III-compliant generators have also been tested and delivered, forming the backbone of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Master70.0m (229'8&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2001">Project Master</a>’s hybrid propulsion system. These systems support not only propulsion, but also the yacht’s onboard energy demands during extended operations in remote regions. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364915/image/large-f651a8aa8a99d1f5841b43ad423449cf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364915"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364977/image/large-6eac88516ea6246d0c476c5cf74b30a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364977">Two 11.75-metre custom expedition tenders have also been integrated, allowing for shore excursions and support operations in isolated areas. Phase 2 of the conversion of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Master70.0m (229'8&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2001">Project Master</a> now begins at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a>’ Harlingen facility, where basic outfitting will continue. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364981/image/large-29175314f6a131c13ba7d34c6fb00695.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364981">

Project Master:  70m conversion yacht moves to outfitting at ICON Yachts

ICON Yachts has announced that the 70-metre Kleven Maritime AS vessel Project Master has moved to outfitting as part of her extensive conversion. 

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In Pictures: 70m conversion yacht Project Master moves to outfitting at ICON Yachts

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8033" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endema Shipyard (Company)">Endema Shipyard</a> has redelivered the 47-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2038" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rasha47.0m (154'2&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2017">Rasha</a> following an extensive refit at its facility in Antalya, Turkey. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2038" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rasha47.0m (154'2&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2017">Rasha</a> benefitted from upgrades spanning her exterior styling, interior finishes, as well as mechanical and technical systems.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364347/image/large-962fe4100487b727a984f376461c7c72.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364347">Her exterior upgrades included a complete repaint of the hull and superstructure, the replacement of all exterior cushions and protective covers with durable, weather-resistant materials and the renewal of both exterior and interior lighting systems with modern, energy-efficient fixtures.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364342/image/large-2ea459f7a91e5de44cd4b34cdde902c0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364342"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364348/image/large-72dcef1a0f23262b2a9f465456a59c71.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364348"> Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2038" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rasha47.0m (154'2&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2017">Rasha</a> benefitted from upgraded integrated audio-visual and media systems, the restoration and installation of marble surfaces and the replacement of all carpets, resulting in a refreshed and refined interior aesthetic.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364344/image/large-ed255ce526b6c65b4d6568d134620897.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364344">On the technical side, the rudder and tailshaft were removed for thorough inspection and maintenance as part of the drive button survey. Key components of the hydraulic system were upgraded and all tank surfaces underwent comprehensive cleaning, inspection, and coating to ensure continued reliability and safety.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364343/image/large-9d607523dc1f5ef7533c46fd22d54e0a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364343">The project was undertaken in the shipyard’s open-air service area, where a custom-built tent structure was set up to shield the yacht from environmental elements. “This setup ensured full protection from environmental conditions and provided an efficient workspace throughout the project,” concluded the shipyard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364346/image/large-6b04afbb5f9f5bcb9e265007140f1079.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364346">All photos provided courtesy of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8033" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endema Shipyard (Company)">Endema Shipyard</a>.

yacht Rasha post refit

Endema Shipyard has redelivered the 47-metre Turquoise superyacht Rasha following her refit.

47m Turquoise superyacht Rasha completes refit

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6581" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FDC Yachts (Company)">FDC Yachts</a> has announced the successful redelivery of the 33.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lelou33.8m (110'11&quot;)Feadship1973">Lelou</a> following a comprehensive refit. Originally launched in the Netherlands in 1973, the yacht has undergone extensive work over the past nine months at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6581" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FDC Yachts (Company)">FDC’s</a> facility in Bodrum.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363558/image/large-ff08c57ac3c22a842e9ff9b574e17925.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363558">The scope of the refit included a full repaint, the replacement of selected steel plates, new teak decking throughout and the installation of new exterior ceilings. Her mast was also replaced, restoring her to her original profile. In addition, the VIP suite received a complete refurbishment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363562/image/large-df7473dcaeb090dc7cfc1780f8df1172.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363562"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363559/image/large-7fc19bdb0f651848899187c4e0b16a65.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363559">In the engine room, a highly technical approach was taken. The stabilisers were upgraded, the main engines and generators overhauled, and all pipelines, silencers, pumps and fans were serviced. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363561/image/large-8cb48f26dabae6a7bfad3df44cdf9ade.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363561"><img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/363560/image/large-7ccf8280ceafde49df367e314cb213af.jpeg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20250618%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20250618T071304Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=279f23e33a86bf8f5a46d621384c5f781ab6b2e890b7df70cd68a9872e16fef3" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363560"> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lelou33.8m (110'11&quot;)Feadship1973">Lelou</a> can accommodate up to 10 guests across a five-stateroom configuration, which includes two VIP suites. Further accommodation is available for up to six crew members ensuring guest comfort onboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363563/image/large-7ec55511f1dabf5196ee03687a8ea141.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363563"> In terms of performance, she is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines and offers a range of 2,500 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 12 knots.

Feadship yacht Lelou post refit

FDC Yachts has redelivered the Feadship motor yacht Lelou following a comprehensive refit.

34m Feadship motor yacht Lelou completes extensive refit

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5437" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Boat Works (Company)">The Boat Works</a> has announced the relaunch of the 52-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H.M.A. Naval Dockyard (Company)">H.M.A. Naval Dockyard</a> expedition superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4589" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JeMaSa49.07m (160'12&quot;)H.M.A. Naval Dockyard1973">JeMaSa</a> in May 2025, following the completion of her in-water comprehensive refit and refinishing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363517/image/large-fbc1a08378d967010d2d26260a380dbd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363517">Beginning in April 2024, the project encompassed a complete redesign of the interiors and an extensive exterior overhaul. The multi-million-dollar restoration was carried out at the company’s refit and maintenance facility, The Watersheds, in the Gold Coast of Queensland, Australia. With a clear goal in mind, the owner envisioned the significant transformation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4589" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JeMaSa49.07m (160'12&quot;)H.M.A. Naval Dockyard1973">JeMaSa</a>, named after his three children.Read: <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/jemasa-yacht-refit-at-gold-coast-city-marina" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">50m superyacht JeMaSa undergoing significant rebuild</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363516/image/large-3dc698dea681273390b10cda1b3316fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363516"> Originally an Australian Navy Survey Vessel, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4589" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JeMaSa49.07m (160'12&quot;)H.M.A. Naval Dockyard1973">JeMaSa</a> was launched in 1973 as HMAS Matthew Flinders. She was converted 2007 by her previous owners as a luxury private superyacht called Plan B. Following her refit, she will return to service as a charter yacht.“In my 32 years in the industry, this is the largest, most challenging refit in the shortest time frame,” said Captain Juan Koegelenberg, Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liquid Yacht Support (Company)">Liquid Yacht Support</a>, who also acted as Project Manager and Owner’s Representative. He has also worked with the owner’s family for over 20 years across several vessels, including the 63-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Halter Marine (Company)">Halter Marine</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuRi63.4m (208'0&quot;)Halter Marine1978">SuRi</a>.Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/a-day-onboard-63-4m-suri-with-captain-tony" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">A day onboard 63.4m SuRi: Captain Tony on her sporty and adventurous charters</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363519/image/large-3832524929607d9ddf9208dd6ae58b41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363519">“We have two charters already booked in French Polynesia, and our priority was ensuring <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4589" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JeMaSa49.07m (160'12&quot;)H.M.A. Naval Dockyard1973">JeMaSa</a> was ready on time,” he added. In preparation for the refit, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liquid Yacht Support (Company)">Liquid Yacht Support</a> sourced all necessary materials in advance to ensure a consistent supply for the various trades to keep the project on schedule.“Without the in-water sheds at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5437" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Boat Works (Company)">The Boat Works</a>, staying on track with our timeline would have been impossible,” commented Juan. “The watersheds provided protection from the heat and rain, especially over summer, and convenience for trades and deliveries. When Cyclone Alfred was bearing down on the Gold Coast, we were undercover, with the vessel protected and once given the all clear, work resumed without missing a beat.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363514/image/large-d3949133af708b0098403e5445aac45c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363514">The vessel was securely sheltered within her own dedicated 100-metre chute and benefitted from full scaffold coverage and easy access. Crane operations ran smoothly, while the extra-wide pontoons provided ample space for painters and their equipment during the transformation of her dark grey exterior to a fresh white superstructure and light grey hull.With a 10-metre beam and a volume of 746 GT, she showcases expansive decks, a large garage for water toys and tenders and a helipad, establishing her as a “go-anywhere” superyacht.“It’s well-built and well-maintained,” Juan explained. “The steel hull is 10-millimetres throughout and there was no corrosion.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363513/image/large-bfc0e7cc1887e2bd8b23c8b93a812ec4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363513">The project began with the vessel being stripped back to bare metal, followed by a full overhaul. This included a fresh exterior respray and a complete redesign, led by a naval architect, to ensure full compliance with both Class and Flag regulations.Next came the fabrication of the interior spaces. All six guest staterooms, along with lounges, corridors and bathrooms, underwent complete refurbishment, which required new furnishings, flooring, glazing and lighting. This step was crucial to rebuild the yacht into a five-star charter-ready motor yacht capable of global cruising, according to Juan.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363515/image/large-f32abdb2b4af2da649fab49dfe873d48.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363515">Moreover, on-site glazing specialists <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2867" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Integrated Marine Group (Company)">Integ Marine</a> Windows created an enclosed ‘glass house’ with sliding doors on the bridge deck. They also replaced the original windows with larger panes to enhance natural light and provide sweeping panoramic views to guests onboard. The installation of a two-metre swim platform is the final touch of the refit.Given the scale of the work, the refit provided employment for marine contractors and small businesses across the Gold Coast and Brisbane. “The on-site trades were exceptional,” Juan added. “It was a huge job, so we assigned each level to a different company and they all excelled. From cabinetry and shipwrights, through to interior naval architects, designers, joinery and bespoke furniture specialists were in charge of the cabins and lower deck spaces.”Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/the-boat-works-opens-new-lift-and-watersheds-upgrades" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">The Boat Works opens new lift and Watersheds upgrades</a>Additionally, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5437" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Boat Works (Company)">The Boat Works</a> owner Tony Longhurst stated that the superyachts coming to the shipyard for maintenance and refit bring significant benefits to the small marine precinct businesses and the wider community of the Gold Coast through tourism.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363520/image/large-cc630013fb65fbd9603c365f6d5d4a2a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363520">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5437" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Boat Works (Company)">The Boat Works</a> is a beacon for these large superyachts; an oasis for 5-star service and the laid-back lifestyle the Gold Coast is renowned for. We are proud that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4589" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JeMaSa49.07m (160'12&quot;)H.M.A. Naval Dockyard1973">JeMaSa</a> chose The Watersheds for what was a comprehensive refit and look forward to welcoming back the boat and crew on their next service period,” he concluded.

yacht JeMaSa completes refit

The Boat Works has announced the completion of the 52-metre superyacht JeMaSa’s extensive refit.

52m superyacht JeMaSa relaunched following extensive refit in Australia

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6581" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FDC Yachts (Company)">FDC Yachts</a> has announced the successful redelivery of the 47-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1564" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="4YOU47.0m (154'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2009">4You</a> following her comprehensive refit in Bodrum.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363382/image/large-3d2ef51b456575e7f7e3e0a22f4b2ba6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363382">The refit took place over the winter, during which the vessel benefitted from a full repaint, renewed teak decks, technical upgrades in the engine room and servicing of the shaft, propellers and stabilisers.Originally delivered in 2009, the yacht features naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> and exterior and a classic-contemporary interior design crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>.&nbsp;The fully custom yacht was designed in close collaboration with her original owners, who requested the inclusion of a Steinway grand piano in the upper deck saloon, positioned beside a bar made of Carrara marble and American walnut.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363383/image/large-6997160cec5c35e298e5187cac866d56.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363383">At a volume of 493 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1564" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="4YOU47.0m (154'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2009">4You&nbsp;</a>can accommodate up to 12 guests across seven well-appointed staterooms comprising a full-beam owner’s stateroom, two double suites and two twin suites.Moving outside, her sundeck can be adapted for a variety of uses, including sunbathing, dining and entertainment.&nbsp;In terms of her propulsion system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1564" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="4YOU47.0m (154'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2009">4You</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, giving her a cruising speed of 22 knots and a top speed of 24 knots.

FDC Yacht delivers Heesen yacht 4You post refit

FDC Yachts has announced the successful redelivery of the 47-metre Heesen motor yacht 4YOU.

FDC Yachts delivers 47m Heesen superyacht 4You following extensive refit

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6228" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Maaskant Shipyards (Company)">Damen Maaskant</a> has announced the successful redelivery of the motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2435" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Esther60.0m (196'10&quot;)Elsflether Werft GmbH & Co. KG1979">Lady Esther</a> to her owner following an extensive three-year rebuild at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6228" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Maaskant Shipyards (Company)">Damen Maaskant</a> facility in Stellendam. According to the shipyard, this is one of their “most technologically advanced yacht refits” to date.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362683/image/large-c308116754fb98bca57a0af7da2c9dcc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362683">Originally delivered in 1979 by the German builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/352" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Elsflether Werft GmbH & Co. KG (Company)">Elsflether Werft GmbH &amp; Co. KG</a> under the name Hanse, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2435" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Esther60.0m (196'10&quot;)Elsflether Werft GmbH & Co. KG1979">Lady Esther</a> underwent a comprehensive transformation that included an extension from 50 to over 60 metres in length.Part of her aluminium superstructure was expanded, and two modern open decks were added, including a sundeck featuring a large contemporary Jacuzzi. The owner’s interior team, in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, redesigned the interiors to ensure luxurious comfort and the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies.She now accommodates up to 12 guests and 15 crew members. In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2435" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Esther60.0m (196'10&quot;)Elsflether Werft GmbH & Co. KG1979">Lady Esther</a> can reach a top speed of 16 knots, 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."This delivery represents a significant milestone for our yard. A no-nonsense shipyard like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6228" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Maaskant Shipyards (Company)">Damen Maaskant</a> ensures reliability, functionality, and quality. Some yachts are made for comfort, others for extreme conditions. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2435" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Esther60.0m (196'10&quot;)Elsflether Werft GmbH & Co. KG1979">Lady Esther</a> is made for both, a home being crafted at ours,” commented Joris Saat, Manager of Yacht Refit and Conversions at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6228" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Maaskant Shipyards (Company)">Damen Maaskant</a>.The shipyard also underscored its commitment to sustainable luxury by restoring and modernising vessels such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2435" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Esther60.0m (196'10&quot;)Elsflether Werft GmbH & Co. KG1979">Lady Esther</a>. This approach helps reduce the carbon footprint typically linked to yacht construction, while extending the lifespan of existing maritime assets. It aligns with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting's</a> wider ambition to become the “world's most sustainable and connected shipbuilder.”"Sustainability and innovation is at the heart of this project. Transforming <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2435" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Esther60.0m (196'10&quot;)Elsflether Werft GmbH & Co. KG1979">Lady Esther's</a> hull with the latest technology represents the future of yacht building,” Joris added.In addition to this project, the shipyard is currently converting a commercial vessel into a high-end explorer yacht. “At <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6228" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Maaskant Shipyards (Company)">Damen Maaskant</a>, we take vessels with history and prepare them for a new future. Our expertise in full conversions allows us to create explorer yachts that are more robust than traditional luxury vessels, yet comfortable,” explained Joris.“This approach attracts discerning owners seeking vessels capable of reaching remote destinations while maintaining all the comforts of modern home, a niche that continues to grow as adventurous seafaring becomes more popular,” he concluded.

yacht Lady Esther delivered post refit

Damen Yachting has announced the successful redelivery of the motor yacht Lady Esther to her owner.

Damen Maaskant delivers 60m superyacht Lady Esther following comprehensive rebuild

The first images of the 40.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3820" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Patience40.2m (131'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Patience</a> have been unveiled, following her extensive refit with American studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/110" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Patrick Knowles Designs (Company)">Patrick Knowles Designs</a> and her debut at the P<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/267" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach International Boat Show - 2025">alm Beach International Boat Show 2025</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362608/image/large-5e6815c1924b8e434931dd4c39da5cfa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362608">Guided by the owner’s desire to elevate the experience for family, friends and charter guests, the redesign focused on luxurious sleeping quarters and a refined aesthetic. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/110" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Patrick Knowles Designs (Company)">Patrick Knowles</a> set the tone for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3820" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Patience40.2m (131'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Patience’s</a> minimal yet inviting atmosphere with a custom grey palette, elevated by vivid orange accents that offer energy without overpowering the space.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362585/image/large-b55587d8294b8047a921183dcdb372e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362585">With sleeping comfort as the owner’s top priority, the two former queen suites on the lower deck were reconfigured into generous king staterooms. Additionally, the bridge deck gym was transformed into a sixth ensuite stateroom, complete with expansive windows that welcome abundant natural light and panoramic views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362590/image/large-fedf17ec2cbbff5767b6dc2166896d18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362590">All six staterooms were refreshed with new beds, headboards and bespoke décor. At the owner’s request, the two twin suites on the lower deck break from the muted palette with playful touches of turquoise, fuchsia and orange.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362589/image/large-c711a22575bf6616871836c04761b4dc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362589"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3820" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Patience40.2m (131'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Patience</a> also saw an upgrade in her master suite which now features brand new furnishings and design accents consistent with the yacht’s sophisticated design language. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362606/image/large-b2b7ece20b5487172e04fbe90691772f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362606">To complete the interior refit, the galley was upgraded with new flooring and cabinetry, while the skylounge underwent a full furniture refresh. A palette of taupe and cream, accented with bursts of orange and vibrant tones, complements the yacht’s signature grey colour scheme throughout the space.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362607/image/large-e47d0aebc9b35adb4162a06678d7c684.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362607">Moving outside, the deck was reimagined for outdoor enjoyment. For guests to enjoy relaxed gatherings with a view, the bridge aft deck is now outfitted with a sweeping curved sectional sofa. Above, the sun deck has been turned into a resort-style retreat with chaises, lounge chairs and a fully upholstered sunbed that invites endless lounging.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362605/image/large-7f15250aa408d1bd8b65e7f2847a6126.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362605">The glass bar ledge on the sun deck complete with aft-facing stools is the highlight of the refit. This feature offers guests an unforgettable spot to enjoy cocktails while taking in uninterrupted ocean views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362604/image/large-2f35d17e63be18ca0f5f1b30da9ac173.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362604">Regarding her performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3820" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Patience40.2m (131'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Patience</a> is propelled by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines giving her a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 15 knots.

Benetti yacht Patience completes refit

The 40.2-metre Benetti superyacht Patience has completed an extensive refit.

First look at 40m Benetti superyacht Patience following refit

A new 60-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> Limited Editions 60 yacht has arrived at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> shipyard in Vlissingen today, marking the next phase of her construction. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12431" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels 601060.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2027">Hull 10</a> made the journey from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> hull-building facility in Gdynia, Poland and will now undergo full outfitting ahead of her scheduled delivery in 2027.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365594/image/large-9733c089469101887b5bfe03f9de2f84.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365594">Designed with exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a>, she features interior design by renowned designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/88" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Laura Sessa (Company)">Laura Sessa</a>, in her first collaboration on an <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> 60 model. While <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/88" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Laura Sessa (Company)">Sessa</a> has worked with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> on numerous previous projects, this marks a new chapter in the ongoing partnership between the Italian designer and the Dutch yard.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels 60: Damen Yachting unveils interior designs by Harrison Eidsgaard, Winch Design & Laura Sessa (2025-03-25 14:30:00 +0100)">Amels 60: Damen Yachting unveils interior designs by Harrison Eidsgaard, Winch Design &amp; Laura Sessa</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365598/image/large-adc45333e539c141b1deb86c98a76a50.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365598">“My team, our co-makers and I are excited to start the outfitting stage of this superyacht and look forward to working with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/88" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Laura Sessa (Company)">Laura Sessa</a>'s team again given their extensive experience with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> Limited Editions fleet,” commented Joppe Osté, Project Manager at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363109/image/large-1124072c0374c41a1dc4a8107f9da7a0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363109"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/353840/image/large-1c7f06947031542ee42aeb2f38e81325.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/353840">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> 60 is part of the successful Limited Editions series, offering clients a proven technical platform with customisation opportunities. She can accommodate up to 12 guests across a six stateroom layout, with her master suite boasting a balcony overlooking the water to enhance her connection with the outdoor environment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/353841/image/large-3ab5c53883915f5aa388bb8a1e5d722b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/353841"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/353835/image/large-b2d63e0dfbb7497c357f3619101efc0e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/353835"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/353837/image/large-ebfd1fef14a65ac9a289aa12cb3e5921.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/353837">Key features onboard include a beach club, a full dive centre and an abundance of outdoor spaces, providing entertainment and relaxation for those onboard. Additionally, the seventh <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> 60 yacht boasts an extended sundeck which was first incorporated into the second hull of the series.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/353838/image/large-f00bbb839b392ab2446245d0cfde4cf5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/353838"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/353836/image/large-384d3a6a2b0401c84721a9e29d027ede.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/353836">In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> 60 yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, providing her with a cruising speed of 13 knots and a top speed of 15.5 knots. She will now undergo sea trials, before being delivered to owner. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365599/image/large-65df616764857ce122468fee01edd5c2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365599">With seven units already on the water, Hull 10 is currently available and scheduled for delivery in 2027.

Amels 60 arrives in Vlissingen for outfitting

A new 60m Amels Limited Editions yacht has arrived in Vlissingen for outfitting ahead of her 2027 delivery by Damen Yachting.

Tenth Amels 60 yacht arrives in the Netherlands for outfitting

It is with great sadness that the yachting industry has learned of the death of crew member Paige Bell, who was found deceased onboard the 43.28-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Richmond Yachts (Company)">Richmond</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1906" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Far From It43.28m (141'12&quot;)Richmond Yachts2008">Far From It</a> near Harbour Island in the Bahamas on 3 July.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365552/image/large-b9c4b80726637b327d025c64e7178a1b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365552">Bahamian police confirmed the death of South African national Paige Bell, who was found unresponsive onboard the yacht in the engine room. Fellow crew member, 39-year-old Mexican national Brigido Munoz has since appeared before magistrates in Nassau on suspicion of her murder. He was not required to enter a plea in his first court appearance but was denied bail and remanded to custody until his hearing in November.A <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/honoring-paige-bell-support-her-family?attribution_id=sl:fb58d4c0-5718-435b-b42e-60d1d4c6c3c9&lang=en_US&ts=1751782973&v=amp14_t2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">GoFundMe page</a> has been set up in honour of Paige by members of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sweet Emocean35.46m (116'4&quot;)Azimut Yachts2005">Sweet Emocean</a> crew, where she had worked until December 2024. The tribute, shared by Captains Frank Prest, Stephan Coetzer and Arnold Heins, along with the owner’s representative and former colleagues, describes Paige as “more than a teammate, she was family.”While the full circumstances of Bell’s death remain under investigation, the incident has reignited attention around longstanding concerns regarding safeguarding and recruitment standards within the yachting sector.A <a href="https://www.change.org/p/make-criminal-background-checks-a-legal-requirement-to-apply-to-seafarers-internationally" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">petition</a> calling for mandatory criminal background checks for all seafarers has gained renewed traction. Originally launched over two years ago by former yacht crew member and founder of recruitment agency <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8293" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Crewfolio (Company)">CREWFOLIO</a>, Jessie Frost, the <a href="https://www.change.org/p/make-criminal-background-checks-a-legal-requirement-to-apply-to-seafarers-internationally" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">petition</a> advocates for a standardised, global vetting protocol to enhance safety onboard. The <a href="https://www.change.org/p/make-criminal-background-checks-a-legal-requirement-to-apply-to-seafarers-internationally" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">petition</a> has quickly gained traction, with many crew, welfare advocates and safety professionals voicing support.&nbsp;“It’s about creating long-term, systemic change,” explained Frost. “We have background checks in place for so many other safety-critical professions, so there’s no reason why yachting should be exempt.” At the time of publication, the <a href="https://www.change.org/p/make-criminal-background-checks-a-legal-requirement-to-apply-to-seafarers-internationally" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">petition</a> stands at nearly 5,000 verified signatures. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/301013/image/large-91a68b857ce4af77efb70b69288901de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/301013">In light of recent events, Frost has placed all <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8293" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Crewfolio (Company)">CREWFOLIO</a> recruitment activities on hold temporarily, announcing a new internal policy: from now on, all successful crew placements will undergo a certified global background check, funded directly by the agency.“We’re committed to doing this properly,” Frost said. “If I’m calling for reform, I need to demonstrate what that looks like in practice.” She is also advocating for these checks to eventually become part of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), akin to the requirement for STCW certification or the ENG1 medical certificate. “This shouldn’t just be a nice-to-have. It should be a global requirement.”While international frameworks such as the IMO’s STCW Convention and the ILO’s Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) establish minimum standards for seafarer training and working conditions, neither currently mandates criminal background screening.In the United States, the Coast Guard requires that seafarers undergo a criminal background check as part of the process of obtaining a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC). However, this requirement applies only to individuals seeking a credential and does not apply to all seafarers working on vessels in U.S. waters.The <a href="https://www.change.org/p/make-criminal-background-checks-a-legal-requirement-to-apply-to-seafarers-internationally" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">petition</a> by Frost urges industry regulators and stakeholders to implement standardised, ongoing background checks to enhance safety, protect crew and passengers and uphold the maritime sector’s reputation.Across the fragmented, privately managed superyacht fleet, standards vary widely. While many major brokerage houses and crew agencies conduct their own vetting procedures, there is no universal protocol in place.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/301015/image/large-fc3bb6cf80b7d7f220a53f4271ddba53.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/301015">The past year has seen a rise in discussions for greater transparency and accountability within yachting, particularly in light of reports around harassment, abuse and mental health challenges among crew. Crew members have increasingly spoken out about harassment, inappropriate conduct and a lack of reporting pathways onboard. While organisations such as ISWAN and Safer Waves offer confidential support, access remains inconsistent.“There is so much more we could be doing to protect vulnerable crew,” said Frost. “The more we talk about this and take action, the better the industry becomes for everyone.”As investigations into the death of Paige Bell continue, many in the yachting sector are taking time to reflect on what more can be done to ensure crew safety, enforce standards, and uphold the values of professionalism and care at sea. While it remains to be seen whether the incident will result in concrete policy changes, there is a growing sense that maintaining the status quo may no longer be an option.At the time of writing, the <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/honoring-paige-bell-support-her-family?attribution_id=sl:fb58d4c0-5718-435b-b42e-60d1d4c6c3c9&lang=en_US&ts=1751782973&v=amp14_t2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">GoFundMe</a> campaign established in Paige Bell’s memory has raised more than $50,000, with messages of support from across the yachting community.&nbsp;SuperYacht Times will continue to report as the investigation unfolds and as the industry explores pathways to improving safety, accountability and welfare for all crew.

Paige Bell: Petition calls for mandatory crew background checks

A petition has renewed calls for mandatory crew background checks after the death of stewardess Paige Bell in the Bahamas.

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Petition calls for mandatory crew background checks

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack Yacht Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> have announced that the 69-metre in-build sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> is nearing completion. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/350492/image/large-af564ab8889b62f10941b3576181f8ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/350492">Described as the world’s first sailing superyacht engineered to operate entirely without fossil fuels, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> was commissioned by Foundation Zero and is expected to launch at the end of 2025. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365555/image/large-3e4c3785def9492eb29c6fc36025aea8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365555">Developed over more than 60,000 hours of research and engineering, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> is a collaborative endeavour between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra Naval Architects</a>, with input from a cross-disciplinary team of non-marine experts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365559/image/large-ac692ed7ac7c38b0d4e02b270ae811a1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365559"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> is powered solely by renewable sources including wind, solar and thermal energy. All onboard systems including propulsion, lighting, hotel load and utilities operate on electricity stored in a five megawatt-hour battery system. To put that into perspective, this capacity is equivalent to the energy storage of approximately 88 Tesla vehicles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365562/image/large-a8c22ec46a0d4c4b0cdf888472138bd0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365562">The yacht harnesses energy while under sail through hydro-generating thrusters, while a 100-square-metre solar array captures both heat and light at 60 percent efficiency. A wind turbine adds further energy input, drawing power from offshore airflow.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365561/image/large-7f9402d9eadb5d4f5705ae7af0d5a474.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365561">“This project has always been about showing what’s possible,” commented Marnix Hoekstra, Co-Creative Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>. “We wanted to demonstrate that comfort, design, and performance can coexist with fossil-free operation. Our goal wasn’t just to prove that a fossil-free superyacht is viable, it was to create a real-world model others can learn from.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365563/image/large-a86ed4f2cc44ee076dc65c02c70a6515.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365563"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a>’s can accommodate up to 12 guests, with attention paid to utilising sustainable materials onboard. Leather made from pineskin, leathered marble that highlights rather than hides natural imperfections and locally sourced bespoke artworks inspired by global destinations all contribute to her eco-conscious interior design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365560/image/large-4df53f38fb3fb8ca70c6fdd4ef86844b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365560">“From the outset, this has been about building a yacht that reflects a future we all recognise is coming. It’s a privilege to help bring that future into reality,” added Louis Hamming of Vitters.Following the yacht’s technical launch, the project team will commence mast stepping and begin the process of activating the advanced systems onboard. Extensive sea trials will follow, testing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a>’s renewable energy systems and the software designed to manage her operations. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365565/image/large-5450b1ba57c618623873f9cb9eaa3c85.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365565">All system data, designs and technical insights from the project will be made freely available via FoundationZero.org, with the aim of supporting designers, engineers and researchers in applying the same technologies to future projects.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365564/image/large-5ecd045490f327e930a342f8c742649f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365564">“This project isn’t about showing how good we are, nor even specifically about the yacht itself,” concluded Eduard van Benthem, Executive Director of Foundation Zero. “We are really trying to showcase how we can do things better and inspire others to join us on the journey, to learn together and to share the knowledge.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365567/image/large-f8e82cf19c8160071e95f17897079b67.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365567">In addition to private use and limited charter availability, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> will also function as a platform for scientific research. The yacht will support studies in renewable marine technology and ocean sustainability, helping to shape a cleaner and more innovative future for the yachting industry.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero69.0m (226'5&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Project Zero</a> has an expected delivery date of 2026, more than seven years since the initial idea was conceived.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365568/image/large-ddd95d9367bf908ff3b5c55c8692405f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365568">

Project Zero: World's First Fossil-Free Sailing Superyacht Nears Completion

The 69m sailing yacht Project Zero, the world’s first fossil-free superyacht, is nearing completion and set to launch by the end of 2025.

69m fossil-free Vitters yacht Project Zero nears completion

The 52.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia Yachts</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11494" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Limerence52.5m (172'3&quot;)Alia Yachts2025">Limerence</a> was delivered earlier this year and is available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6451" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christie Yachts (Company)">Christie Yachts</a>. SuperYacht Times takes a closer look onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363437/image/large-5204bbce9aa8047052afc629227b6a36.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363437">Being a custom built-yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia Yachts</a> describes the vision for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11494" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Limerence52.5m (172'3&quot;)Alia Yachts2025">Limerence</a> as “a vessel that merged the rugged, operational might of a support platform with the complete lifestyle and luxury experience of a standalone superyacht.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363445/image/large-5478508d7bf696a555750f3d98e9ebf0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363445"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363440/image/large-9a7cc3601521f2292035d5666525db44.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363440">The superyacht features naval architecture and exterior design from <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>, while her interior design was from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8282" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Michael Smith Inc. (Company)">Michael Smith</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363443/image/large-0dc317b655360fb3fb59cf67fdff8537.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363443">The vessel can accommodate up to six guests in three staterooms consisting of one master suite with a lounge area that can be converted to provide sleeping accommodations for two children. The other two suites are convertible between double and twin which offers great flexibility based on the composition of the guests onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363452/image/large-b0cbd2f8cb63ee33ae21a09eecc911c9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363452">At the lower deck, a unique sports room replaces the traditional main saloon, equipped with a coffee station and a lounge area. Meanwhile, at the bridge deck is a spacious saloon that opens out to a dining area ideal for alfresco dining.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363442/image/large-c3753d3461f334304c60edea7a3ddf18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363442"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363454/image/large-214ba8c1a6c159e206954d9f49fb25e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363454">Below the helideck, a spacious garage carries toys for fun and adventure. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11494" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Limerence52.5m (172'3&quot;)Alia Yachts2025">Limerence</a> stores four performance tenders, including a custom Wajer 38S, a 12.5-metre X-Tender, a SkiNautique GS20, and a rescue RIB. Aside from those are jet skis, foil boards,seabobs, dive scooters, kite and windsurfing gear, e-bikes, two sailing catamarans, two sailing dinghy’s and other toys. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363447/image/large-0387cf9a0e9e94e32cc06cb45cc55a4c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363447">The helideck also transforms into a sports court that can be enclosed by netting and inflatable supports, ideal for basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and football. On top of that, golfing and laser clay shooting can also be played on the court.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363455/image/large-8c332818e538761ddafa88e4f6564a8f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363455"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11494" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Limerence52.5m (172'3&quot;)Alia Yachts2025">Limerence</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, giving her a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 15 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363444/image/large-7769b7ff133215430f7b39da274facbd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363444">“It's the special genius of this design that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11494" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Limerence52.5m (172'3&quot;)Alia Yachts2025">Limerence</a> is at once a hugely capable standalone superyacht and a peerless support vessel brimming with toys and amenities, she represents not only the adventurous spirit of her owner, but also <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia</a>’s full-custom building ethos. Every inch was drawn, engineered, and built from a blank page,” commented Gökhan Çelik, president of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia Yachts</a>.All images courtesy of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6451" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christie Yachts (Company)">Christie Yachts</a>.

Onboard the Alia Yachts superyacht Limerence

SuperYacht Times takes a look onboard the new Alia Yachts superyacht Limerence.

Onboard the 53m Alia Yachts superyacht Limerence

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut Yachts</a> has unveiled the latest evolution of its flagship with the new 38.22-metre Grande Trideck yacht. Set to make her debut at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/269" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2025">Cannes Yachting Festival</a> in September, she introduces a fresh interior concept designed by Milan-based studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5407" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="m2atelier (Company)">m2atelier</a> and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Mancini Yacht Design (Company)">Alberto Mancini Yacht Design</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365575/image/large-817df5aa1ed8b4ad82ba5b3d705c9239.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365575">As part of a broader strategy that emphasises constant evolutionary research, &nbsp;the new Trideck reflects a shift toward refined informality and tailored design, setting a new tone for the future of the range. The design philosophy behind the new Grande Trideck is rooted in what <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> and m2atelier describe as “barefoot luxury.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365589/image/large-ebb0edce9836adfe7248c59eeea33b03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365589">This approach, which is said to be the opposite of opulence, instead aims to emphasise simplicity, tactile elegance and a sense of relaxed sophistication. “We like to insist on informal living onboard,” said Marijana Radovic, co-founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5407" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="m2atelier (Company)">m2atelier</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365578/image/large-f6a705a8bcaed730b78ecb3dd17e8185.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365578">“We’re going for the opposite side of opulence, we instead want to create a relaxing atmosphere. Everything is modern, clean and calibrated into just a few materials. We don’t shout; we whisper.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365579/image/large-913584e5bc4b8e3323f33027f9823ab9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365579">This minimalist palette allows the richness of the materials to come forward, with the emphasis placed on texture, softness and an architectural layering of space and light. The interior reveals its charm gradually, with Radovic adding, “Every time you spend a day onboard, you will discover something new. We hope owners will keep finding these small, thoughtful details as they live with the yacht.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365588/image/large-dc2a0c4fe0bf556902e8e59092295813.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365588">According to Federico Lantero, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a>’s Head of Product Design, the collaboration with m2atelier marks a new chapter in the yard’s pursuit of design innovation. “At <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a>, one of our guiding principles is what we call the ‘never-ending challenge’, the constant commitment to renewing our offer to the market,” he explained. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365581/image/large-b088f8cb21993cfc122e951a9e6e6f85.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365581">“We decided more than three years ago to seek out new partners to help us redefine the interior identity of the Grande line. This is not just an aesthetic refresh, it is a comprehensive design philosophy.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365582/image/large-605e8093edad9f72f4fbead5c2a6c7d1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365582"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a>’s ‘integral design’ approach allows design partners like m2atelier full responsibility over the spatial architecture, furniture and material choices, right down to the precise height of a headrest. “This allows for complete coherence,” said Lantero. “It’s about achieving the utmost level of sophistication and functionality.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365583/image/large-cf7d2f8ec9479232cafd30753e881b70.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365583">Among the standout features of the new Grande Trideck is her redesigned main saloon. Here, a pleated Alcantara curtain, reminiscent of stage drapery, elegantly unveils a TV screen, offering either intimacy or openness depending on the mood onboard. “We call it a revealing wall,” said Radovic. “It’s crafted from two different materials and casts beautiful shadows throughout the day. When closed, it’s a feature wall when open, it reveals a hidden TV. It’s both art and function.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365580/image/large-0f6397cb16646e75cd395fdfd6172af8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365580">The design of the master suite also departs from convention, offering layered partitions and a layout that encourages spatial flow without the need to open or close doors. “You can see through the yacht from the main saloon to the owner’s suite and even outside the window,” explained Radovic. “It feels open, yet private.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365585/image/large-7517005640dcea738446b4299119401d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365585">Lighting plays an essential role in defining the mood. Rather than being an afterthought, it is integrated into the architecture itself. “The lighting was born with the space,” said Radovic. “It’s part of the form, not an addition to it.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365577/image/large-5a897f9e7f4f1d6d4594c02515ffe096.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365577">A highlight of the exterior redesign is the skylounge, which features a convertible dining area. As Lantero noted, “Depending on the moment of the day, it can be a media room, a formal dining area or a lounge that opens up to the upper deck. The table itself transforms from a coffee table to a full dining table for up to 12 people. It’s a true response to how clients now prefer to live onboard.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365584/image/large-52d9093609e1c58379c98035f1078b71.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365584">The Trideck’s foredeck now features a recessed pool with an integrated chaise longue and an arched rotating sunpad backrest, demonstrating <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a>’s continued focus on liveable, multi-functional outdoor spaces.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365586/image/large-89872d90ee9a2113558bbae21b4373bc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365586">The new Trideck is one of three models, alongside the Grande 30M and Grande 36M that m2atelier was tasked with redesigning in parallel. The challenge was to create a recognisable signature across very different sizes and layouts. The brand-new Grande 30M model will be launched in Cannes, with concept and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Mancini Yacht Design (Company)">Alberto Mancini</a> and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5407" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="m2atelier (Company)">m2atelier</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365587/image/large-192503ac9252bd98f067dc7d6de49261.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365587">“Each model had to have its own character, but with a clear family resemblance,” said Marco Bonelli, co-founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5407" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="m2atelier (Company)">m2atelier</a>. “We worked with clean architectural blocks, subtle curves, and precise lines. Even the diagonal lines of the furniture serve to cocoon the user, they create intimacy without traditional curvature.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365571/image/large-91eca349646ae8fa49670259c9ac4a03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365571">Staircases on the Grande 30M and 36M were also completely reimagined, placed precisely above each other to create a striking architectural feature that offers perspective and vertical clarity. “It’s all about enhancing the perception of space,” said Bonelli. “The result feels simple and natural, but achieving that simplicity took a huge amount of design effort.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365576/image/large-38b8c15c9eb1c2b3840c11291a14c7d1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365576">Although the first m2atelier-designed Grande Trideck is only just being delivered, market response has already been strong. “We’ve sold seven units before anyone has even stepped onboard,” confirmed Lantero. “And the Grande 30M has already reached eight pre-sales. This shows the appeal is not limited to one region, we’ve seen interest from China, Japan, the USA and beyond.”The Grande Trideck will make its public debut at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/269" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2025">Cannes Yachting Festival</a> this September, alongside the new Grande 30M and 36M.

Azimut Grande Trideck: Interiors of flagship yacht unveiled

Azimut Yachts has unveiled the latest evolution of its flagship with the new 38.22-metre Grande Trideck yacht, with interiors by m2atelier. 

A first look onboard the new 38m Azimut Grande Trideck yacht with interior designers m2atelier

The 24-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> catamaran yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Good Day Sunshine24.0m (78'9&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2024">Good Day Sunshine</a> is on the market with Crispin Baynes and Thibault Roi of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356562/image/large-6a988d77f1b5a4039a3b33bd0bef70c7.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356562">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> features naval architecture along with exterior and interior design all penned by her Polish builder. Launched at the end of 2024, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/8166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef 8024.4m (80'1&quot;)">Sunreef 80</a> yacht showcases a multihull design and a sleek, modern profile. Combined with her generous layout, this makes her well-suited for long-range cruising.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356553/image/large-aa05fde31979a30fb9f8591023b22b59.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356553">Her main saloon is fitted with neutral-toned twin L-shaped sofas, enhanced by ambient lighting and panoramic windows. This space leads to the formal dining area just behind the helm station, while forward lies the expansive full-beam bow terrace of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356556/image/large-019d56eb1cdade8c2c259d5cb16a34c8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356556">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/good-day-sunshine" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Good Day Sunshine for sale</a>, can accommodate up to 10 guests across four well-appointed staterooms located on the lower deck. The layout includes a spacious convertible VIP suite, two oversized double suites and a twin suite, all with private en suite bathrooms.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356552/image/large-bba97af610fccc36b81af1be85f95903.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356552">The interior flows seamlessly into the exterior spaces, where guests can enjoy an alfresco dining area complemented by sunbeds and loungers aft. Above, the sundeck offers a sociable space with a walk-up bar to port and a U-shaped seating area aft.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/356551/image/large-9e23fe8bed50ffcbec10f5fe81cfc9c0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/356551"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/15283" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Good Day Sunshine24.0m (78'9&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2024">Good Day Sunshines'</a> shallow 1.7-metre draft allows her to anchor in waters such as those around the Bahamas. In terms of performance, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sunreef-yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Sunreef yacht for sale</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 19 knots.

Sunreef yacht Good Day Sunshine for sale

The 24-metre Sunreef catamaran yacht Good Day sunshine is on the market, with Crispin Baynes and Thibault Roi of Burgess.

24m Sunreef catamaran yacht Good Day Sunshine for sale

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365251/image/large-e57ecf3a5604ec9445c49b9f9b9d26ca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365251">Last week, the 60.35-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5597" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rock.It60.35m (197'12&quot;)Feadship2014">Rock.It</a>, built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> in 2014, was seen cruising here in Syros, Greece. Fresh from maintenance works at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92 Barcelona</a> completed in April, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5597" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rock.It60.35m (197'12&quot;)Feadship2014">Rock.It</a> presents <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>’s signature exterior and interior styling, with her hull and performance engineered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>. Her sundeck boasts a glass-bottom plunge pool and extended alfresco bar, while bespoke teak loungers and a shaded gym loft invite relaxation and fitness under the Aegean sun. Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot</a>’s signature light oak and onyx decor frames a cinema saloon with 12 leather recliners, a cocktail bar and panoramic windows. Sleeping 12 guests in six staterooms, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5597" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rock.It60.35m (197'12&quot;)Feadship2014">Rock.It</a> can comfortably cruise at 12 knots with a maximum speed of 15 knots, powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> diesel engines.If you would like to see your photo featured each day, then send your submissions to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:news@superyachttimes.com" target="_blank">news@superyachttimes.com</a>.

60m Feadship superyacht Rock.It in Syros

The 60m superyacht Rock.It, built by Feadship in 2014, was observed last week cruising in Syros, Greece.

According to footage circulating on social media, the 41.25-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/728" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W.A. Souter & Sons (Company)">W.A. Souter &amp; Sons</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II,</a> previously known as D'Angleterre II, was engulfed in flames on Thursday evening in Port de Saint Tropez, France.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365510/image/large-0795b9dda81e04715c1b877af6b2b5fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365510">According to local media reports, smoke was first reported shortly after 20:00. Flames broke out in the bow area of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> and then spread to the lower decks. Two people, believed to be crew members aged 24 and 35, were rescued and are reported to be suffering from smoke inhalation. While the worst of the blaze was brought under control by midnight, firefighters reported difficulties boarding the yacht. A spokesperson from the fire department stated that surrounding yachts were quickly moved to safety and anti-pollution barriers were deployed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365519/image/large-dcdba5f19a4dfeb1fc97dd4b6f2748c6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365519">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/61337" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=" SYT iQ Insight: Are yacht casualties on the rise? (2024-08-29 11:30:00 +0200)">&nbsp;SYT iQ Insight: Are yacht casualties on the rise?</a>Delivered in 1986, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/353" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Don Shead Yacht Design (Company)">Don Shead Yacht Design</a>, which was responsible for both the naval architecture and exterior styling, while the interior was created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/77" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Frédéric Mechiche (Company)">Frédéric Mechiche</a>.She is able to accommodate up to 10 guests across five staterooms, although it remains unclear whether anyone was onboard at the time the fire broke out.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/89464/image/large-3ee2cb3bd50aa1bafa611f85816fa749.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/89464"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1010" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Lady II41.25m (135'4&quot;)W.A. Souter & Sons1986">Sea Lady II</a> has an aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure and 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 a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 16 knots.SuperYacht Times will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.

41m superyacht Sea Lady II on fire in St Tropez

According to footage circulating on social media Sea Lady II is currently on fire in Port de Saint Tropez, France.

Update: 41m superyacht Sea Lady II on fire in Port de Saint Tropez, France

Those who are familiar with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2423" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blade II44.7m (146'8&quot;)MMGI Shipyard2010">Blade II</a>, might only recognise her from her name and shape after an extensive, multi-million dollar refit. There is little that hasn’t been upgraded; from her fin stabiliser and brand new navigation systems to a walk-in closet and fully rebuilt crew quarters. This 44.7-metre super yacht is currently for sale with Maria Razumi of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5144" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Smart Yachts (Company)">Smart Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365481/image/large-1c3e9db9cfae322dad3d485a05d3c9ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365481">At first glance, her exterior upgrades are most notable; a fresh coat of paint for her alluminum hull and superstructure (dark blue). Most significantly, she now features a new arrangement of the sky lounge and bar. Her insides, too, have received an upgrade. Alongside the brand new wiring, cabling, and piping, there is also a new navigation system onboard, accompanied by a rebuild of the wheelhouse.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365485/image/large-52d1cef5fcd1edb468eda07d42904705.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365485"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365484/image/large-2496747fe0d46393c62b1d8b67f13dc9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365484">There is a newly-designed master suite with large windows and a walk-in closet that used to be an elevator. Designed in soothing shades of white, cream and grey, the staterooms match her dark-blue exterior and teak upper deck, where the sky lounge has been organised for optimal relaxation: luxurious lounge beds, broad beach beds and a long dining table ideal for dinner parties.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365478/image/large-04c56135ddb32eb7e06c0e74d5a9a6ec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365478">This sleek motor yacht, originally built in 2010, is the largest yacht built by the Italian shipyard MMGI. While she had multiple interior and exterior designers when built (naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/177" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Navirex s.r.l. (Company)">Navirex</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arrabito Naval Architects (Company)">Arrabito Naval Architects</a>, exterior by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A Lab (Company)">A Lab</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2445" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dobroserdov Design (Company)">Dobroserdov Design</a> and interior by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A Lab (Company)">A Lab</a>), only Riccardo Solari, of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8291" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solari Design (Company)">Solari Design</a>, has been put in charge of the refit.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365483/image/large-8157d40c203bfcfe23b7af0e1bca76ad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365483"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365482/image/large-4af1d21e50d7f1a850dc6a7b6385da7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365482">His vision has also made upgrades not only for guests, but for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2423" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blade II44.7m (146'8&quot;)MMGI Shipyard2010">Blade II</a>’s crew as well. All crew quarters have been fully re-build and the galley and pantry have also been refitted. In addition to 10 guests, the superyacht can accommodate a crew of eight in four cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365486/image/large-06ccef0f83fb324b1aa5cac4c371f191.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365486">The yacht’s saloon has also been redesigned, with a focus on space for entertaining guests, while the new fin stabilisers ensure smooth sailing at her 16 knot cruising speed. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2423" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blade II44.7m (146'8&quot;)MMGI Shipyard2010">Blade II</a>’s twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines and &nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1733" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vericor (Company)">Vericor</a> engine reach a top speed of 34 knots. She has also received a new custom made Castoldi tender.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365479/image/large-bf9cd7318082ea44ad572db1709a7e23.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365479">

Blade II: Onboard the 45m multi-million dollar superyacht refit

A first look onboard the 45m MMGI superyacht Blade II, following her multimillion-dollar refit.

Refits & Conversions

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