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Slipstream cruising off Nice

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310620/image/large-b3331ed08f041ecd24b6e94eab876fe6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310620">Currently anchored in Beaulieu-sur-mer, on the French Riviera, is the 77.7-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a>. Delivered in 2023 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Golden Yachts Ltd. (Company)">Golden Yachts</a>, previously known as O'Rea,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> boasts an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/76" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Vafiadis (Company)">Studio Vafiadis</a>, with interiors crafted through a partnership between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/76" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Vafiadis (Company)">Studio Vafiadis</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1156" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Massari Design S.r.l. (Company)">Massari Design</a>. Built with a steel hull and an aluminium superstructure, the motor yacht accommodates up to 12 guests across eight staterooms and is operated by a crew of 22. 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> 3516E engines, each producing 3433 horsepower, she can reach a top speed of 18 knots. With a volume of 2,165 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> offers a glass-edged infinity pool on the main deck, a sundeck Jacuzzi, a lounge area, and an outdoor cinema. Additionally, her beach club includes a massage room, a Turkish hammam, and a sauna. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> is available for charter through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a> in the Mediterranean.

78m Golden Yachts superyacht Malia on the French Riviera

The  78m superyacht Malia, built by Golden Yachts in 2023, is seen anchored off Beaulieu-sur-mer, France. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310525/image/large-137cd53e800e56b9664ffad7b6fc93d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310525">Spotted yesterday docked here in the port of Bizerte, in northern Tunisia, was the 63-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/371" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oasis63.0m (206'8&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2006">Oasis</a>. Delivered in 2006 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, the motor yacht underwent a six-month refit last summer. Conducted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/895" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lusben Shipyard (Company)">Lusben</a> in Livorno, the refit involved a structural extension of three-metres, with an enhancement of the beach club to offer more space for guest activities. The original design of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/371" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oasis63.0m (206'8&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2006">Oasis</a> was created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/42" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Glade Johnson Design, Inc. (Company)">Glade Johnson Design</a>, covering both her exterior and interior, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FM Architettura (Company)">FM Architettura</a> contributed to the interior design during her refit. In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/371" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oasis63.0m (206'8&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2006">Oasis</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> 3512B engines, allowing her to reach a top speed of 16 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots, with a maximum range of 5,000 nautical miles at cruising speed.

63m Lürssen superyacht Oasis in Tunisia

The 63-metre superyacht Oasis, built in 2006 by Lürssen, is seen docked in the port of Bizerte, Tunisia. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310375/image/large-0e0712abb3f313c3fccd07e7ee521901.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310375">After attending <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mediterranean Yacht Show - 2024">MEDYS 2024</a>, the 47-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2010">Africa I</a> was observed yesterday anchored here in Kyparissi, Greece. Constructed by the Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> in 2010, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2010">Africa I</a>, previously named Imagination, underwent a significant refit in 2021, which included a modern overhaul of her interiors. The motor yacht features naval architecture by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> team, while her exteriors were completed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/245" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Natucci (Company)">Stefano Natucci</a> and her interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>. In terms of accommodations, the three-deck yacht can host up to 12 guests across six staterooms, comprising a full-beam master suite on the main deck. Propelled by two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, she can comfortably cruise at a speed of 20 knots and reach a top speed of 24 knots. Having previously been chartered by celebrities such as Cristiano Ronaldo, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2010">Africa I</a> is currently available for charter in the East Mediterranean with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>.&nbsp;

Benetti superyacht Africa I in Kyparissi

The 47-metre superyacht Africa I, built by Benetti in 2010, is seen anchored here in Kyparissi, Greece.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310209/image/large-e22e9e1248364dddffacf51844afe73c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310209">Spotted last week anchored here in Ōpūnohu Bay, French Polynesia, was the 52.8-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3517" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Helios 352.8m (173'3&quot;)Delta Marine2012">Helios 3</a>, originally named Arianna. Constructed at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/47" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta Marine (Company)">Delta Marine</a> shipyard in Seattle in 2012, the custom-built yacht was designed by &nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/48" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta Design Group (Company)">Delta Design Group,</a> who were responsible for both her interior and exterior design. Her interior stands out with her Polynesian-inspired design, featuring rare tropical hardwoods, organic fabrics, and colourful blown glass. Her notable amenities include a large owner's suite on the upper deck with a private outdoor deck, along with a separate gym, sauna, and private office equipped with an antique safe. Performance wise, the motor yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> 3512B diesel engines, reaching a maximum of 16.9 knots, with a range of 5000 nautical miles for transoceanic travel.

Delta Marine superyacht Helios 3 in French Polynesia

The 52.8-metre superyacht Helios 3, built by Delta Marine in 2012, is spotted anchored in Ōpūnohu Bay, Mo'orea, French Polynesia.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310024/image/large-a37065cbd60b5130bb2057956c68ced9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310024">Currently docked here in Muttrah marina, Oman, is the Royal yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5756" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulk Al Salamah164.0m (538'1&quot;)Mariotti Yachts2016">Fulk Al Salamah</a>. Delivered in 2016 after a three-year construction period by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/57" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariotti Yachts (Company)">Mariotti</a>, the motor yacht measures 164-metres, making her the world's second-largest yacht by length as of today. Built with a steel hull and superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5756" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulk Al Salamah164.0m (538'1&quot;)Mariotti Yachts2016">Fulk Al Salamah</a> features a sophisticated exterior designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/196" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio de Jorio (Company)">Studio de Jorio</a>. While <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5756" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulk Al Salamah164.0m (538'1&quot;)Mariotti Yachts2016">Fulk Al Salamah</a> supports the 155-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Al Said155.0m (508'6&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2008">Al Said</a>, categorising her as a support vessel is challenging since she also serves as a private vessel for the Royal Oman family. Powered by four diesel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1438" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wärtsilä (Company)">Wärtsilä</a> engines, the 20,361 GT yacht achieves a cruising speed of 15 knots and a maximum speed of 22 knots.

164m superyacht Fulk Al Salamah in Oman

The 164-metre superyacht Fulk Al Salamah, built by Mariotti in 2016, is seen docked in Muttrah, Oman. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309919/image/large-fe75f61e8880b36fd5b49549e5954e4f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309919">Seen docked here in Nafplio, Greece, during the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mediterranean Yacht Show - 2024">Mediterranean Yacht Show 2024</a>, is the 73.5-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1712" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Vera73.5m (241'2&quot;)Nobiskrug2011">Lady Vera</a>. Previously known as Sapphire, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1712" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Vera73.5m (241'2&quot;)Nobiskrug2011">Lady Vera</a>, built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> in 2011 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> 73 model, has recently undergone maintenance work in Perama, Greece. The motor yacht 's design, crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/27" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Newcruise (Company)">Newcruise</a>, is characterised by high ceilings and large windows that flood the interior with natural light. The 1,591 GT yacht features amenities including a hydraulically retractable 'touch and go' helicopter landing pad, a beach club with a cabana lounge and sauna, a cinema room and a Jacuzzi on the sundeck. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1712" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Vera73.5m (241'2&quot;)Nobiskrug2011">Lady Vera</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> 16V 4000 M60 diesel engines giving her a top speed of 17 knots and a cruising speed of 15 knots. She is currently available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2725" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Parsifal Yachting (Company)">Parsifal Yachting</a>.&nbsp;

74m Nobiskrug superyacht Lady Vera in Nafplio

The 73.5-metre superyacht Lady Vera, built by Nobiskrug in 2011, is seen docked here in Nafplio, Greece. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309816/image/large-fe8828b5c5aa18ae005ef47d02b6e92e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309816">Currently docked in Cannes, on the French Riviera, is the 62.4-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4985" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madame Kate62.4m (204'9&quot;)Amels2015">Madame Kate</a>. Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> in the Netherlands in 2015, her exterior design created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tim Heywood Design Ltd. (Company)">Tim Heywood</a> features a distinctive "pearl effect" paint that captures and reflects the light, giving her a shimmering appearance. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4985" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madame Kate62.4m (204'9&quot;)Amels2015">Madame Kate</a>'s interior, designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/88" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Laura Sessa (Company)">Laura Sessa</a>, using a blend of rich materials and a light palette, earned her the Interior Design Award at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2015">Monaco Yacht Show</a> during her launch year. With a volume of 1,140 GT, the motor yacht showcases notable amenities such as a beach club, gym, and expansive living areas. Powered by twin diesel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> 3512C engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4985" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Madame Kate62.4m (204'9&quot;)Amels2015">Madame Kate</a> reaches a top speed of 16 knots and cruises comfortably at 15 knots with a range of 5,000 nautical miles.

62m Amels superyacht Madame Kate in Cannes

The 62m superyacht Madame Kate, built by Amels, is seen here docked in Cannes, France. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309732/image/large-2467927fea71db53d3d2c48b40ddd50d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309732">A few days prior to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palma International Boat Show - 2024">Palma International Boat Show 2024</a>, the 33.7-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dona Amelia II33.7m (110'7&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard1998">Dona Amélia II</a>, previously known as Spada, was seen anchored here in Palma, Spain. Delivered in 1998 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/40" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Hakvoort Shipyard (Company)">Royal Hakvoort Shipyard</a>, the yacht's exterior was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/11" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Vries Lentsch (Company)">De Vries Lentsch</a> and her interior penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ken Freivokh Design (Company)">Ken Freivokh Design</a>, combining a steel hull with an aluminium superstructure for durability. With a volume of 271 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dona Amelia II33.7m (110'7&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard1998">Dona Amélia II</a> offers accommodations for up to 10 guests across four well-appointed staterooms. Performance-wise, the motor yacht is equipped with two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> diesel engines, each producing 481 horsepower, allowing her to reach a top speed of 11.5 knots.

34m Hakvoort motor yacht Dona Amélia II in Palma 

The 34m motor yacht Dona Amélia II, built by Hakvoort in 1998, is seen anchored here in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309629/image/large-a358e9974aca8725c0e76f645fba399a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309629">Observed last weekend docked in Málaga port, Spain, was the 65-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3676" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Illusion65.0m (213'3&quot;)Heesen Yachts2013">Illusion</a>. Originally launched as Galactica Star, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3676" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Illusion65.0m (213'3&quot;)Heesen Yachts2013">Illusion</a> was constructed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a> in 2013 and was sold shortly after her completion. Cruising with the Cayman Islands flag, the motor yacht showcases exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/17" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bannenberg & Rowell Design (Company)">Bannenberg &amp; Rowell Design</a> were responsible for her interior. With a volume of 961 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3676" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Illusion65.0m (213'3&quot;)Heesen Yachts2013">Illusion</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests in six staterooms, alongside 13 crew members to ensure a luxurious experience onboard. She is equipped with a range of amenities, including a hammam, a gym, a deck Jacuzzi. Currently available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3676" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Illusion65.0m (213'3&quot;)Heesen Yachts2013">Illusion</a> is powered by two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> 20V 4000 M93L engines, enabling her to cruise at 24 knots and can reach a maximum speed of 27 knots.&nbsp;

65m Heesen superyacht Illusion in Málaga

The 65m superyacht Illusion, built by Heesen, is seen here docked in Málaga port, Spain

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309410/image/large-254ef487578f230e4ff8d844542b45f5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309410">Surrounded by modern waterfront villas, the 47-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4641" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asya47.0m (154'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2015">Asya</a> was spotted a few weeks ago docked in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Built in 2015 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a>, she was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>, showcasing an elegant exterior that blends traditional lines with modern style, emphasised by long glass windows and smooth black paintwork. The interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/17" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bannenberg & Rowell Design (Company)">Bannenberg &amp; Rowell</a> exudes sophistication and tranquility, displaying a Far Eastern aesthetic. Part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> 4700 Displacement series, the 499 GT superyacht 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> 8V 4000 M63 diesel engines, allowing her to reach a maximum speed of 15 knots. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4641" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asya47.0m (154'2&quot;)Heesen Yachts2015">Asya</a> is currently available for charter, cruising in destinations such as the Mediterranean and Dubai.

Heesen superyacht Asya in Dubai

The 47-metre superyacht Asya, built by Heesen in 2015, was seen docked here in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. 

The 25.91-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Offshore Yachts (Company)">Offshore</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8558" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lucky Lady25.91m (85'0&quot;)Offshore Yachts2007">Lucky Lady</a>, previously named Miss Anna, sold with Mike Scalisi from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HMY Yacht Sales (Company)">HMY Yacht Sales</a> introducing the buyer, whilst Steve Deane of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/10" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luke Brown Yachts (Company)">Luke Brown Yachts</a> represented the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273277/image/large-f6fece47395b6a0f336a556bf6af99a2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273277">Delivered in 2007 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Offshore Yachts (Company)">Offshore</a> Voyager 85 series. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8558" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lucky Lady25.91m (85'0&quot;)Offshore Yachts2007">Lucky Lady</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1871" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="William Crealock (Company)">William Crealock</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8558" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lucky Lady25.91m (85'0&quot;)Offshore Yachts2007">Lucky Lady</a> can accommodate up to six guests onboard across three staterooms, as well as four crew members, including the captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273271/image/large-9a8852adc609a69d6fddfe7b1b003ac2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273271"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8558" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lucky Lady25.91m (85'0&quot;)Offshore Yachts2007"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273278/image/large-671fdc337f76819c3a82ee807833f78e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273278"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273276/image/large-d5964a9f268d14d8e772fa7ed0114e72.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273276">Lucky Lady</a> has a GRP hull and superstructure. Performance-wise, she 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, which give her a cruising speed of 17 knots and a top speed of 20 knots. Her last known asking price was $2,395,000.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273273/image/large-6d9e12336cca909a86e51916fc6a08ec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273273">

26m Offshore motor yacht Lucky Lady sold

The 26m Offshore motor yacht Lucky Lady with HMY introducing the buyer, whilst Luke Brown Yachts represented the seller.

26m Offshore Voyager 85 motor yacht Lucky Lady sold

Next month, the first edition of SuperYacht Times’ <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> takes place in Hong Kong. The event will take place on Wednesday 5 and Thursday 6 June 2024 in the Renaissance Harbour View Hotel. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/7654/image/large-5d1a7e848d557a90ce52519625ff54a1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/7654">During the course of the two day event, the summit will cover topics focusing on the entire Asia-Pacific region, however Hong Kong is undoubtedly the location with the highest concentration of superyacht owners within the region. According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, there are more than 75 yacht owners from Hong Kong with yachts over 30-metres, and as the city is home to 67 billionaires (Forbes 2024), it holds huge potential from the perspective of superyacht ownership.&nbsp;The most well known yacht owner from Hong Kong is undoubtedly the Hollywood movie star Jackie Chan, who owns the 46.48-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7052" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rui Zi 460146.48m (152'6&quot;)Jinlong Mega Yacht2019">Rui Zi 4601</a>, although there are a number of other well known yachts in the region. These include the 64.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/607" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ambrosia64.8m (212'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2006">Ambrosia</a>, the unique 42.5-metre trimaran superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2714" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adastra42.5m (139'5&quot;)McConaghy Boats2012">Adastra</a> and the 61-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Toy Heaven61.0m (200'2&quot;)Brooke Marine Ltd.1967">Toy Heaven</a>.In fact, the recently launched <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a> AIS feature shows us that several superyachts are currently cruising in the Hong Kong region, including the brand new 65-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10650" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Promise.d65.0m (213'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Promise.d</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/82841/image/large-1bf9296e91131d674fd46db921ae3704.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/82841">Other notable superyachts in the area are the 46.7-metre Heesen <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5960" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Artisa46.7m (153'3&quot;)Heesen Yachts2017">Artisa</a>, 46-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4844" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Trident46.0m (150'11&quot;)Sanlorenzo2014">Trident</a>, 33.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Avatar33.5m (109'11&quot;)Feadship2016">Avatar</a>, 35.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Skye25.2m (82'8&quot;)Azimut Yachts2015">Skye</a>, 45-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunone45.0m (147'8&quot;)Horizon Yachts2012">Sunone</a>, 38.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10883" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Eye of Destiny38.2m (125'4&quot;)Azimut Yachts2023">Eye of Destiny</a>, 37.18-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1424" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeepaard37.18m (121'12&quot;)JFA Yachts2003">Zeepaard</a> and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a> 140 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6070" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Chorusline42.98m (141'0&quot;)Pershing S.p.a.2019">Chorusline</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298220/image/large-d96234632fc8a5126e50cfc2e51eb63c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298220">Recent visitors also included the 72.10-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2301" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stella Maris72.1m (236'7&quot;)VSY2013">Stella Maris</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> explorer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Dreamwalker III47.0m (154'2&quot;)Sanlorenzo2018">Ocean Dreamwalker III,</a> the 60-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3670" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Event60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2013">Event</a> and the 55.7m <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galileo55.7m (182'9&quot;)Perini Navi2011">Galileo</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/16259/image/large-c486cf7809587e94b163555d54a886e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/16259">More data and market intelligence about the Asia-Pacific region will be unveiled during the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit">APSS</a>, where the SYT team will present the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Market Report. This is being put together now by the SYT intelligence team using data from the most accurate superyacht intelligence system, <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>.<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-summit-2024-2024" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">About the event</a>Following on from the success of our annual <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/232" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2024">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a> in the Middle East, the goal of this new event is to help develop the Asian superyacht market and vitally, to attract more yachts to the region. The Asia-Pacific region has, for a number of years, been seen as a region of untapped potential for the superyacht sector, and during the course of the two day event key stakeholders from across the regional and international industry will come together to discuss how we can collectively support owners and businesses within yachting.&nbsp;You can expect to hear about the development of Asia as a superyacht cruising destination and how to get more Asian clients interested in the construction, purchase, and charter of yachts. With topics including Managing &amp; operating yachts in the Asia-Pacific&nbsp;with&nbsp;speakers including Yerin Hobson of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arrow Monaco (Company)">Arrow Monaco</a> and Andy Shorten of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2986" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Lighthouse Consultancy (Company)">The Lighthouse Consultancy</a>.&nbsp;As well as Selling superyachts in Asia&nbsp;with speakers James Clayton of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Simpson Superyachts (Company)">Simpson Superyachts</a>, Mark Woodmansey of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a> and Carmen Lau Stratton of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> and How European yacht builders try to attract more Asian clients&nbsp;with designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cassetta Yacht Designers (Company)">Giorgio Cassetta</a>, Gabriele Stella of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, Federico Rossi of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> and Burak Akgül of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247435/image/large-3ae539944eb04c57ac72e1a7c769b6be.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247435">The event will also feature a number of destination specific presentations, aimed at demonstrating the potential of various countries within the region and to show yacht owners and yachting professionals the opportunities that the Asia-Pacific region holds for yachts. The event will also be closed with a keynote interview with Rose Damen, Managing Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>, with the discussion covering <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>'s perspective on the value of the Asia-Pacific region, the yard's strategy over the coming years and the changing landscape of the superyacht construction sector.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/asia-pacific-summit-2024-2024" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">To find out more about the event and to view the entire two day programme, head to the APSS event page on the SuperYacht Times website</a>.You can buy your tickets to the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2024-tickets-810039679487" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit now</a> or reach out to <a href="mailto:sales@superyachttimes.com" title="">sales@superyachttimes.com</a> for more information.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309712/image/large-6088fe24a5fdca4cce7c286c0e1acbff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309712">

Yacht owners in Hong Kong

Ahead of next months APSS, we took a look at the yacht ownership stats for the region.

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75+ superyacht owners based in Hong Kong

The 25.91-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pinch Me25.91m (85'0&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2020">Pinch Me</a> sold in a deal with Conrad Vanderlely of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5077" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Yacht Group (Company)">The Italian Yacht Group</a> representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304788/image/large-8adc4f4b0239dce99ccc7c2c45d7840f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304788">Delivered in 2020 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> 850 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pinch Me25.91m (85'0&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2020">Pinch Me</a> features exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, with naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304803/image/large-cb9ffaed211703bb83ccf2e21c0ff065.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304803"> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pinch Me25.91m (85'0&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2020"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304805/image/large-f7b51528bba95fc4e29824b079699f96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304805"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304802/image/large-3fd11c1d1c3315d4f3b0915d8f4803b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304802">Pinch Me</a> showcases a sleek and contemporary interior design, with a light and neutral colour palette that exudes modern elegance and timeless sophistication. Her open plan layout is enhanced by expansive picture windows, bathing her main saloon in an abundance of natural light.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304807/image/large-1f98f2e8a7e7aa952370f16f72f44fc3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304807"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304810/image/large-743a078e93807ff5868fc955b844c3f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304810"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304812/image/large-0e2afecf59f7cdd49a6e476e92b33d88.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304812"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pinch Me25.91m (85'0&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2020">Pinch Me</a> can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests across four sumptuous staterooms, as well as three crew members, across two cabins. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304811/image/large-f916b7301b90e8e226bb5e831b9f31b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304811"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304800/image/large-e866ab2d125b838da9b48b12759327db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304800"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304799/image/large-325ed319a8a4bfc684db75ba071e3176.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304799">Exterior features of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pinch Me25.91m (85'0&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2020">Pinch Me</a>, include a spacious main aft deck outfitted with a generously sized table, creating the perfect setting for an alfresco dining experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304794/image/large-5b1537677cdbaf16ff93118ce2a88d94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304794"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304790/image/large-3410a86f80047aafeb811a3d11f90efb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304790">Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pinch Me25.91m (85'0&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2020">Pinch Me</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, which give her a cruising speed of 29 knots and a top speed of 31 knots. At the time of her sale <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11737" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pinch Me25.91m (85'0&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2020">Pinch Me</a> had a last known asking price of $4,999,000. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304791/image/large-3ffa50792ae7cfcae5b756e4df68a0d1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304791">

26m Ferretti motor yacht Pinch Me sold 

The 25.91-metre Ferretti motor yacht Pinch Me sold, with a last known asking price of $4,999,000.

26m Ferretti 850 motor yacht Pinch Me sold 

The 25.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1956" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Trumpy Yachts (Company)">Trumpy Yachts</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4461" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wishing Star25.6m (83'12&quot;)Trumpy Yachts1963">Wishing Star</a> sold in an in-house deal with Jonathan Chapman of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2529" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Worth Avenue Yachts (Company)">Worth Avenue Yachts</a> representing both the buyer and seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310617/image/large-433537f45db33ce46d8b0a05e09a0b63.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310617">Delivered in 1963, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4461" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wishing Star25.6m (83'12&quot;)Trumpy Yachts1963">Wishing Star</a> showcases both interior and exterior design penned by her US-based builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1956" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Trumpy Yachts (Company)">Trumpy Yachts</a>, with accommodation for up to six guests across three spacious staterooms.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/237770/image/large-49d71ee51707f86b95e4fc7be37460d5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/237770"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/237767/image/large-0dfb62cefd02feda3304b3c6e7c306e1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/237767"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/237766/image/large-9f23da6bca3ac5c4378feda2db2ef85e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/237766"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4461" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wishing Star25.6m (83'12&quot;)Trumpy Yachts1963">Wishing Star</a>’s accommodation consists of a master stateroom and two twin staterooms, decorated with a muted colour palette and minimalistic wall art hangings, which enhance her inviting ambiance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/237771/image/large-1ec3b60aa8bedefa189b795e82688617.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/237771"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/237763/image/large-c51f46e83f48bbd428c3f7f7c37f2808.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/237763"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4461" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wishing Star25.6m (83'12&quot;)Trumpy Yachts1963">Wishing Star</a> displays a classically designed exterior, with sunpads situated on her bow, allowing guests to enjoy their sea-views.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/177441/image/large-0290ed416ab97e9a0665498cbb86c75b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/177441">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4461" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wishing Star25.6m (83'12&quot;)Trumpy Yachts1963">Wishing Star</a> is powered by two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1474" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="General Motors (Company)">General Motors</a> engines, providing her with a cruising speed of 13 knots and a top speed of 16 knots. At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4461" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wishing Star25.6m (83'12&quot;)Trumpy Yachts1963">Wishing Star</a> had a last known asking price of $795,000.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/177442/image/large-1d6402814545965bb5db46884c6c8971.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/177442">

26m Trumpy yacht Wishing Star sold

The 25.6-metre Trumpy Yachts motor yacht Wishing Star sold in-house, with a last known asking price of $795,000. 

26m Trumpy motor yacht Wishing Star sold in-house

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA Yachts</a> has announced that the 66-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva yacht has entered outfitting. Currently under construction at the shipyard in Ancona, Italy, she has an expected delivery date of 2026.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310598/image/large-cb4461fe6ef4314d03b8bb955efa2a7d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310598">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 yacht began construction in 2022, with the development of her naval engineering stemming from the 2014-delivered <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Okto66.4m (217'10&quot;)ISA Yachts2014">Okto</a> superyacht. The new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 model embodies all the experience gained from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Okto66.4m (217'10&quot;)ISA Yachts2014">Okto</a>, with an elevated level of knowledge.&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 superyacht features a sleek and sporty silhouette, with arches connecting her three decks. A circular entrance hall can be found on the main and upper decks, while her set back superstructure and reverse bow contribute to her recognisable profile.&nbsp;With exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/65" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuvolari Lenard (Company)">Nuvolari Lenard</a> and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a>, the steel and aluminium yacht sports a large swimming pool on her aft deck, with the addition of a second custom pool and gym on the sun deck.Read:&nbsp; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55834" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="New 66m ISA Sportiva superyacht sold with 2025 delivery date (2022-09-01 10:30:00 +0200)">New 66m ISA Sportiva superyacht sold with 2026 delivery date</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310599/image/large-458097d1e6fff399ebf997e303464fa7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310599">In terms of accommodation, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 yacht can comfortably sleep up to 12 guests, with her owner’s suite boasting a fixed balcony and fold-down platform on the main deck. Also on this deck is a VIP suite, while a further four guest staterooms can be found on the lower deck.As well as this, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 yacht can accommodate a crew of 15 across eight cabins on the lower deck forward, in addition to the captain's cabin on the upper deck.Performance-wise, the new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> Sportiva 66 yacht is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> 16V 4000 M65L engines, allowing her to reach a maximum speed of 18 knots and a comfortable cruising speed of 16 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/239546/image/large-de50763566337773a3d121478f595bf8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/239546">

New ISA Sportiva 66 superyacht enters outfitting

SA Yachts has announced that the 66-metre ISA Sportiva yacht has entered outfitting. 

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66m ISA Sportiva 66 superyacht enters outfitting

The Red Sea, a vital maritime corridor linking the Mediterranean Sea and the Indian Ocean via the Suez Canal, has long been recognised for its strategic economic importance. Since October 2023, the security dynamics have dramatically shifted. The region's shipping lanes are increasingly compromised by activities linked to Iran and its affiliated non-state actors, such as proxy militias, reflecting a broader escalation in regional tensions.By mid-March of this year, 34 vessels had reported damage from drone missile attacks. On 13 April 2024, a significant development occurred as international media reported that Iranian forces seized the container ship Aries in the Strait of Hormuz. This event was the second major seizure by Iranian forces this year, following the earlier capture of the tanker St. Nikolas by Iran's Navy in January 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310595/image/large-9c930d64e7d8b10c0abe4219adade171.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310595">The geopolitical turbulence has prompted some vessels to navigate the longer and more perilous route around the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. This detour, while avoiding the volatile Red Sea, has significantly extended the lead times for vessels and affected global shipping schedules and costs.This article explores the profound impacts of the increased regional instability on the superyacht sector, examining its effects on cruising in the Red and Arabian Seas, as well as on the supply chain for yacht production and new-build projects.How have the attacks in the Red and Arabian seas impacted superyacht cruising and transportation?:Superyachts often navigate through the Red and Arabian Seas for three main reasons. First, the area is crucial for refit and maintenance due to high demand. Second, the growing number of marinas can accommodate an increasing fleet of superyachts, coupled by efforts to promote the Gulf region as a prime destination for superyacht cruising and luxury tourism. Third, it serves as a strategic transit point to the Indian Ocean, offering access to popular destinations in the Asia-Pacific region.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291466/image/large-ee3cbb034446ab3174540d0191674f33.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291466">Using <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>’s satellite tracking data, we analysed the number of 30-metre-plus superyachts entering the Red Sea from October 2022 to April 2023 and compared it with the same period from October 2023 to April 2024. We observed a significant reduction of 41.59% in the total number of superyachts, with 66 yachts recorded in the latter period compared to 113 in the previous year. The graphs below illustrate this change.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310586/image/large-966dabe5692b8213cd5a605b2e6cc232.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310586"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310587/image/large-354c93c4f1ffd204fb27fada0841caa4.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310587">Although no superyachts have been damaged at the time of writing, these figures clearly indicate that yacht owners are avoiding the region. In a conversation, Ian Harris, CEO and founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phoenix Yacht Management (Company)">Phoenix Yacht Management</a>, and Yousuf Al Hashimi, Managing Director and Partner at the same firm, acknowledged the decline in the number of superyachts passing through the Suez Canal. They believe, however, that the international media has exaggerated the severity of the situation, noting that even though no actual damage has occurred to superyachts, insurance prices have still increased. This has further discouraged cruising through the Red and Arabian Seas. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310584/image/large-f6ba7135aaeec653cf5ce220eed4dd4c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310584">Bahi Naguib, Managing Partner at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7369" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Felix Maritime Agency (Company)">Felix Maritime Agency</a>, echoes <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phoenix Yacht Management (Company)">Phoenix Yacht Management</a>'s assertion that media reports have overstated the severity of the situation for superyacht cruising in the region. He points out, “So far, most of the attacks have targeted commercial vessels.” Additionally, Naguib notes a new trend where yachts ranging from seven to 28-metres are increasingly navigating in convoys for enhanced security. Naguib further explained that he had four clients including the 54.86-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/106" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Trinity Yachts, LLC (Company)">Trinity</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/963" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Purpose54.86m (179'12&quot;)Trinity Yachts, LLC2005">Purpose</a> that initially planned to cruise in Dubai but due to the situation stayed in Egypt.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/300281/image/large-b7ed5e2e8a066afb5da0fcc8d37828f9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/300281"> Consequently, many superyachts have opted for the route via South Africa’s Cape of Good Hope to reach Europe, minimising risk due to regional conflicts. Jan Maarten Boissevain from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/311" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sevenstar Yacht Transport B.V. (Company)">Sevenstar Yacht Transport</a>, a company specialising in the global transportation of luxury yachts to the Gulf area, explained that there has been an increase in yachts being transported rather than navigating independently due to the conflict in the Gulf of Aden. He further notes that the traditional route through the Suez Canal and Gulf of Aden has been rerouted via South Africa, significantly lengthening transit times and elevating costs. Both Harris and Al Hashimi confirm this, stating that the detour around the Cape of Good Hope adds two to three weeks to travel times and increases costs by 30 to 35 percent.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310582/image/large-1bdbfb9e69c0ef590e1675b6411670a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310582">Elaborating further on the change in transport routes and its implications, Boissevain states: “Insurance premiums and coverage are unstable when sailing in the war-risk area of the Gulf of Aden. Premiums can skyrocket and be cancelled with just a week's notice. This isn't a reliable foundation for transporting expensive yachts, so we now exclusively offer transport to and from the Gulf via the Cape of Good Hope.” Supporting this perspective, Jonathan Hind of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a> affirms Boissevain’s point that an alternative route around Africa is now more practical for yachts. He states, “For some yachts, it is feasible, and we have seen several make the trip”.Despite the growing preference for rerouting via the Cape of Good Hope, both Harris and Al Hashimi noted that some owners are reluctant to accept the delays and increased travel time associated with navigating around the Cape. These owners still aim to have their yachts in the Mediterranean in time for the summer season. Moreover, they are willing to pay increased war-risk premiums and offer additional incentives to captains and crews. “As long as conditions remain stable and reasonable, we are committed to supporting the vessels and their crews, ensuring their safety throughout the journey”, affirmed Harris.When responding to the concern of piracy posing a serious threat to vessels cruising around South Africa, both <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phoenix Yacht Management (Company)">Phoenix Yacht Management</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/311" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sevenstar Yacht Transport B.V. (Company)">Sevenstar Yacht Transport</a> emphasised that the most significant piracy threat remains off the coast of Somalia, which still remains avoided through the route via the Cape of Good Hope. Additionally, they assured that standard safety measures are implemented for all their routings across worldwide regions.Impact on the supply chain for superyacht production:&nbsp;The Suez Canal serves as the shortest link between Asia and Europe. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), approximately 15 percent of global maritime trade volume typically passes through it. This route is crucial for the global supply chain involved in superyacht production, facilitating the transport of essential supplies for yacht building between the East and Europe. For instance, the majority of steel, an essential component in superyacht construction, is sourced from the East. Australia, a major producer of iron ore, sends this commodity to China for processing. The processed steel is then shipped to Europe via the Suez Canal. Moreover, significant components such as engines, generators, and electronics are transported from Europe to the East.The IMF further notes that attacks on vessels in the Red Sea area have reduced traffic through the Suez Canal, extending delivery times by an average of 10 days or more. Additionally, this delay has posed challenges for companies that maintain limited inventories.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310597/image/large-b113a9e74f35d8c1df98f013ad5b56d6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310597">When evaluating how regional instability has influenced the prices of crucial raw materials for superyacht construction, Nicola Sanesi, an analyst from CRU Group, observed that steel prices, a key component, were briefly disrupted but soon stabilised to just slightly above pre-crisis levels.Exploring whether and how yacht builders have been influenced by this disruption, Costas Eliopoulos, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a> Group’s Production General Manager, explained that as a composite manufacturer, the company has not been significantly impacted. He states, "We primarily don't use steel or aluminium, although we do incorporate some components made from these materials. However, compared to manufacturers who predominantly use metal or aluminium, our usage is much lower. Thus, we are less affected by supply chain disruptions than those who depend more heavily on these metals." <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310581/image/large-39c738d705821df49771eef97e28219a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310581">In a conversation, Daniele Bellotto, the Chief Financial Officer at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a>, a superyacht builder that primarily uses steel and aluminium highlighted that over the past year, new sourcing channels had been established. For instance, their subcontractors now procure steel and aluminium from Turkey and Greece, and transport these materials inland from these countries. This strategy effectively mitigates risks to the supply chain and reduces supply constraints. Bellotto also mentioned that whilst &nbsp;some shipments require circumnavigation around South Africa, these changes have not yet impacted <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a>'s operations.While it appears that the regional instability has not significantly influenced superyacht production as initially feared, Eliopoulos identified a key logistical challenge: procuring paint, which unlike engines that do not have a shelf life and are imported from Europe through dealer networks, has limited shelf life and has been problematic. In response, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a> has adapted its strategy; instead of importing paint from Europe, they now source identical products directly from their networks in Asia via airfreight.Future outlook:&nbsp;The future of superyacht cruising and its associated supply chain is closely tied to regional stability, which currently shows no signs of improvement. Both Ian Harris and Yousuf Al Hashimi have highlighted a significant challenge: as summer approaches, rising seawater temperatures—which can drastically affect yacht engineering—compel many larger superyachts to consider leaving the area. Whether these superyachts will risk passing through the Suez Canal or opt for the safer, longer route around the Cape of Good Hope remains to be seen.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310585/image/large-18098ed9bf8584fc44f99504d4f38365.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310585">&nbsp;Al Hashimi presented an intriguing outlook: some superyachts might choose to stay within the region rather than heading to the Mediterranean. He anticipates a potential boom in superyachting activities in tranquil destinations such as the Seychelles, the Maldives, and Mauritius. According to him, geopolitical tensions could deter owners from the Mediterranean, making these peaceful locations more appealing for the foreseeable future.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310583/image/large-7143cc7dd5e56a5df644f226b40c8caf.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310583">As for Naguib, he views the impact as temporary, comparing it to previous disruptions. “Much like the piracy incidents and the Covid pandemic, these challenges are significant yet transient. I believe things will eventually return to equilibrium and find their balance,” he explains.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295946/image/large-5fbd2c3349d9f4d1ab09904a50efd24d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295946">From a supply chain perspective, Bellotto notes that while there has not been a major impact on superyacht production in Europe and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/955" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Craft (Company)">Gulf Craft</a> has been minimally affected, real challenges may emerge in the coming months. He believes the current supply situation remains stable, stating, “We need to see how governments continue to address this situation. At this moment, we are not facing significant problems from the supply chain side, but potential difficulties could arise in the near future.” It is crucial to monitor whether the situation worsens and if this could further negatively affect the supply chain in Europe.

How have the Red Sea attacks impacted the superyacht sector?

This article explores the impacts of the increased regional instability on the superyacht sector.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering Yachts</a> has revealed further details about the 49.4-metre flagship <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a> B165 superyacht. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304593/image/large-7b6cecb0a68aa47bda8e08e99dbf4108.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304593">First introduced during the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubai International Boat Show 2024">Dubai International Boat Show 2024</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a> B165 yacht has been designed as a Mediterranean and Caribbean explorer, with a ‘warm-weather approach to life.’Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59917" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts unveils new 49m flagship B165 superyacht (2024-03-11 16:00:00 +0100)">Bering Yachts unveils new 49m flagship B165 superyacht</a>The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a> B165 yacht features all the ruggedness, stability, range of an explorer yacht, with the comfort and relaxation of a luxury superyacht. She displays a bold exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6510" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Valentin Design (Company)">Valentin Design</a>, which have created a distinctive profile.&nbsp; <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ml-IZl5j88k?&amp;t=16s&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a> B165 motor yacht showcases an open-plan main saloon, which flows seamlessly into the dining area. Here, guests have the opportunity to dine in luxury around a large dining table for 12, for a family-like experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304591/image/large-80ce21fa22ef3d808b2767b9121bcc96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304591">The flagship <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a> B165 yacht features an impressive nine-metre beam, with the designers taking a special interest in the comfort and wellbeing of guests. She can accommodate up to 12 guests across a six stateroom configuration, with her master suite situated on the owner’s deck.With almost 70 square-metres of interior space, the deck includes a roomy 32 square-metre stateroom and a 34 square-metre skylounge, which comes equipped with a bar, table and plenty of seating.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304588/image/large-7450ec31cc1891b845d29d6388df58c8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304588">Her remaining guest staterooms can be found on the lower deck, alongside four crew cabins for up to eight members. There is also an additional stateroom, which can be used to accommodate two additional personnel such as a nanny, guide or masseur.The main deck of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a> B165 boasts an elongated aft deck, housing a large swimming pool, surrounded by sunbeds. This space can also be increased, thanks to the addition of unfolding bulwarks.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304596/image/large-e54df8a0e2ad72f6d2588b55941d8c69.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304596"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304594/image/large-9ed4650d06de68265102b9a9583c9f7e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304594">When not in use, the covered pool can also service as a storage area for the toys and equipment of the B165 yacht. As well as this, two tenders can be placed on the aft deck, allowing for guests to explore further afield.A key feature of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a> B165 yacht is her crow’s nest, situated atop the hard top, offering a secluded retreat with an unobstructed 360-degree view. This feature accentuates the inviting atmosphere and seamlessly blends practicality with refinement and sophistication.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304595/image/large-adb237df084977d820c8b38cda12e7b5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304595"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304597/image/large-465761e6c1139cc371aa764e1f2e5709.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304597">In terms of performance, the Bering B165 will be equipped with twin 1,300 horsepower <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> C32 engines, propelling her to an estimated top speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots.According to SYT iQ, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a> B165 will be the new flagship of the Turkey-based shipyard, followed by the current 44.2-metre flagship B145, which saw the delivery of the first hull, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heeus44.2m (145'0&quot;)Bering Yachts2022">Heeus</a>, in 2022.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304590/image/large-0d6471d1a6dca8183de174aafd215b80.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304590">

50m flagship Bering B165 yacht new details revealed

Bering Yachts has revealed further details about the 49.4-metre flagship Bering B165 superyacht. 

Video: New details revealed about the flagship Bering B165 superyacht

Launched in 1938, the history of the remarkable 117.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ansaldo (Company)">Ansaldo</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> unfolds as a captivating narrative of unforeseen twists and wartime transformations. Built by the Genoa-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ansaldo (Company)">Ansaldo</a> for Italian state-owned company Regia Azienda Monopolio Banane (RAMB), the vessel features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2415" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ansaldo (Company)">Ansaldo</a> and boasts a robust steel hull and lines typical of her period, with distinct features reminiscent of military functionality.Originally destined for service in the banana trade between Africa and Italy under the name Ramb III, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s journey took an unexpected turn with the outbreak of World War II. The grand vessel, instead of ferrying bananas, found herself under the command of the Italian army, reborn as an auxiliary cruiser with a newfound role in the theatre of war transporting meat for the Italian army in Libya.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310593/image/large-b3793fd1459694b7f54975ca36a4475e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310593">Amidst the tumult of war, Ramb III faced a perilous encounter while in the Libyan port of Benghazi when she was struck by torpedoes from the British submarine, HMS Triumph. Unsunk, the yacht survived the attack and sailed 900 miles towards Sicily, Italy, before being hauled to San Marco shipyard in Trieste.As Italy capitulated to the Nazi’s in September 1943, her identity was once again changed. From here, the Germans completed her repairs and converted her into a minelayer named Kiebitz – the German word for the Lapwing bird, whose crest indicates a royal status and whose long, sharp beak is a symbol of his violent nature. During this time, Kiebitz is alleged to have laid over 5,000 mines in the northern Adriatic area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310594/image/large-bd8ec418bbda3d965516d051dfcc0c25.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310594">On 25 November 1944, the vessel faced a formidable setback, hit in an Allied aircraft strike while anchored in Rijeka, Croatia, sinking the yacht. In 1948 the Brodospas supply ship company came to Kiebitz's aid and the vessel was hauled to the surface, using a pioneering technology based on air cylinders, and transported to the Pula-based shipbuilding company, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/880" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Uljanik Shipyard (Company)">Uljanik</a>. There, against the odds, a meticulous reconstruction took place, breathing new life into the resilient vessel which was relaunched in 1952.&nbsp;She was first transformed into a naval training ship, where she found a new role within the ranks of the Yugoslav Navy, before she was used as a residential yacht and sailed under the name she retains to this day – <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> – which translates in several languages to seagull.&nbsp;Despite a pitfalled start to life, the yacht soon garnered distinguished status among the people of Yugoslavia, when Marshal Josip Broz Tito, often revered as the alleged 'Father' of the Yugoslav Republic, was seen conducting an inspection of the boats in the Yugoslav Navy from her deck in 1952. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310588/image/large-3b03f5a2adfd180ea8680447e31bcec1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310588">Elevated to an iconic status, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> became synonymous with Tito's leadership and the pride of the nation. She came to the attention of the world stage in March 1953 when Marshal Tito travelled onboard the vessel from Yugoslavia to the iconic River Thames in London, in response to an invitation from the British government and Prime Minister Winston Churchill.&nbsp;Tito, enamoured by the allure that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> brought to both himself and his regime, often used the vessel for parties and foreign visits from world leaders. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> played host to a plethora of visitors including Nikita Khrushchev, Muammar Gaddafi, and Indira Gandhi, all of which graced her decks during their visits. It is also rumoured that Tito welcomed esteemed film stars Sophia Loren, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>, following Richard’s portrayal of the Yugoslav president in the 1973 film ‘Battle of Sutjeska’. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310589/image/large-cdc14d9e7df1df5c4afd4a6854229a2a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310589">For the next 27 years, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> remained in Tito’s service, participating in official duties for a total of 549 days, 318 of which the Marshal was onboard. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> remained an integral part of Tito's maritime legacy, up until the leader's passing in 1980, with his last journey onboard taking place in 1979. As the geopolitical landscape shifted with the breakup of Yugoslavia in 1991, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s destiny took a new course. She became the property of the Montenegrin government, where the spaces of “the Marshal’s Deck” were opened for visits to schools, and organisations. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310590/image/large-b2713304170b780b1b0c9e5a6aaa1009.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310590"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> was then relocated to Boka Kotorska in Montenegro and at the end of the 1990s she was sold to John Paul Papanicolaou, the same Greek yachtsman who owned the iconic 99.15-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/297" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Canadian Vickers (Company)">Canadian Vickers</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/336" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christina O99.15m (325'4&quot;)Canadian Vickers1943">Christina O</a>. He entrusted Rijeka’s shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/301" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viktor Lenac Shipyard (Company)">Viktor Lenac</a> with the task of repair, however bankruptcy led to the repairs not being completed.In 2006, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> was proclaimed to be an object of Croatian cultural heritage Initially moored on the quayside of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/301" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viktor Lenac Shipyard (Company)">Viktor Lenac Shipyard</a> in Kostrena, a suburb of Rijeka, the vessel later found a new resting place along the enchanting Rijeka waterfront. However, in September 2008 a leak emerged on the starboard side of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s hull, leading to a partial sinking.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310592/image/large-c00f5141576317f056aac2395f436e9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310592"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> remained here until 22 May 2009, when the city of Rijeka acquired <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> for $150,000, a transaction that received confirmation from the High Mercantile Court of Croatia. In a visionary move to breathe new life into the historic vessel, the Mayor of Rijeka made a significant announcement on 16 July 2014 that she would be leased out for mixed use to serve a dual purpose.A portion of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> would be dedicated to a museum, carefully curated to showcase the former President's private rooms and selected engineering spaces. This initiative sought to preserve not only the maritime heritage represented by the vessel, but also to offer visitors a glimpse into the personal quarters of the esteemed Yugoslavian leader.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310591/image/large-90227a3707e839b3d1619c21828a438b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310591">She would also be used as a vibrant hub for commercial activities, with the vision of transforming her decks into spaces for a hotel, restaurants, and bars. This innovative approach aimed not only to safeguard the vessel's historical significance but also to create a dynamic and engaging environment that echoed the footsteps of history while catering to contemporary needs.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/4494/image/large-7801108e46fb5449592d70a32d578bab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/4494">The ambitious refit and rejuvenation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> was undertaken by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6179" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dalmont d.o.o. (Company)">Dalmont</a> in Kraljevica, Croatia, with an estimated cost of approximately €8 million. Although the refit encountered a brief pause in May 2023, the project has since resumed its course. Progress has been steady, with an anticipated completion date set for 2024. The meticulous work being undertaken by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6179" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dalmont d.o.o. (Company)">Dalmont</a> signifies a commitment to preserving <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s storied legacy while ushering it into a new era of functionality and purpose.Upon the completion of the refit, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a> is destined for a prominent position in the Rijeka port. The vessel will be transformed into a dual-purpose haven, serving as both a museum and a small hotel with a select number of rooms. Thanks to the project, 80 percent of the ship will be restored, conserved and made available to visitors, while the remaining 20 percent of the space will be reserved for “non-museum” features, such as the restaurant/café bar and hotel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/4495/image/large-a31dd255f82d37dc467f78470aa7caea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/4495">This thoughtful fusion of history and hospitality ensures that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3870" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeb-T117.3m (384'10&quot;)Ansaldo1939">Galeb</a>'s allure continues to captivate visitors, offering them a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the maritime heritage of Croatia, while focusing on the events that played a significant part in her life.This article is featured in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/issue-48-superyacht-times-newspaper" target="_blank">Issue 48</a>&nbsp;of the SuperYacht Times newspaper.&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">Subscribe now</a>&nbsp;to receive your copy straight to your door and never miss another issue.&nbsp;

117m Ansaldo superyacht Galeb's resilient odyssey

Sophie Spicknell takes a look at Galeb’s expansive history, from wartime woes to a rejuvenating refit. 



Yacht history: The resilient odyssey of the 117m yacht Galeb

The 24.71-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Living Life 324.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2014">Living Life 3</a> is on the market with Wes Sanford of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop & Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310552/image/large-d7636050c24d2050d0b69ef00ea6877e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310552">Delivered in 2014 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a>, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> features an exterior design and interior design both conceived by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, while her naval architecture is penned in-house by her Italy-based shipyard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310554/image/large-3948f6dd5e7c7e11e32166c28c4e5388.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310554">Across her 113 GT volume, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a>’s four stateroom layout is capable of sleeping up to eight guests onboard. In addition, as many as four crew members can be accommodated across two crew cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310558/image/large-848aa2aa21122342ac734ccd9b9e0c88.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310558">Inside the yacht’s opulent and air-conditioned guest accommodation, shiny pillows married with fluffy print blankets and intriguing modern artwork, as well as expansive geometric windows exude a sense of both timeless glamour and nautical bliss. Additionally, pristine, well-lit bathroom facilities are decked out in clean white marble and elegant light wood finishes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310556/image/large-754e4d4b982b8f6dabbc864e08160199.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310556"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310557/image/large-cfe6878af0f7c411997640f614decf85.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310557">A similarly charming aesthetic is maintained throughout the design of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/ferretti-yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Ferretti yacht for sale</a>’s welcoming saloon, where two soft cream-coloured sofas joined together with a the centrepiece of a dark wood coffee table are flanked by generous windows, which not only bathe the social haven in soothing natural light, but also provide far-reaching panoramic views. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310553/image/large-a551bfdb8114238216e30ccafc614275.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310553">A connection to the nearby scenery is further augmented by the yacht’s spacious exterior deck areas, containing several cosy outdoor seating arrangements, one of which boasts a state-of-the-art TV, perfect for alfresco dining while catching some rays.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310561/image/large-9112c5b75d46a26c32d3fec62cf159a3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310561"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310562/image/large-33509122dc87f116712a96ffa72e5ab3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310562">In terms of her performance, the yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11467" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Living Life 324.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2014">Living Life 3</a> for sale, which has a GRP hull and superstructure, is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that give her a cruising speed of 27 knots and a top speed of 30 knots.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310560/image/large-f4994d40b6e7750579d7f5b0e58c0c4a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310560"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310559/image/large-4c31837ed1dd3d271793c507720904b7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310559">

25m Ferretti yacht Living Life 3 for sale

The 24.71-metre Ferretti motor yacht Living Life 3 is on the market with Wes Sanford of Northrop & Johnson.