SuperYacht Times Synopsis July

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Immortalis yacht anchored 

Stella Del Sud superyacht concept

Twizzle yacht sailing 

Project 1011 yacht transport

ISA 80m Custom yacht

Project 24207 yacht sea trials

Project Icecap yacht under construction 

Pershing 88 yacht ablaze

Navetta 50 yacht exterior design 

Wallywind110 yacht exterior design 

Lady Candy yacht cruising 

Double Haven yacht anchored

Fleet development 1986-2021 – State of Yachting 2022

O'Pari yacht in Greece – Instagram post

Amels Hull 473 launch in Vlissingen 

Thraki Yacht Painting marketing

AE Cap d'Antibes profile

Mondango 3 yacht sailing aerial

The SuperYacht Times Synopsis, as brought to you by SYT iQ, gives you the rundown of the top business stories and market reports from last month.

SYT Synopsis: Top yacht news from  July

Blue yacht docked in Malta

Italian yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> has denied rumours that they had a possible interest in acquiring <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group (TISG)</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397066/image/large-cec8e87de7ad8613fc332951b5703d7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397066">According to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>, press articles had reported that they were in negotiations with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> to acquire the entire share capital or the main assets. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> clarified that at present no negotiations to that effect are underway with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> or its shareholders.“At the same time, as a leading player in the Italian yachting industry and in line with its external growth strategy, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a> continuously evaluates and assesses potential opportunities that may arise in the market,” commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> closed their statement by confirming that if they were to proceed with any transactions, it would inform the market in compliance with terms and conditions required by law.In February 2026, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> announced that Chairman Filippo Menchelli and Vice Chairman Marco Carniani had resigned, with Giovanni Costantino elected as Chairman of the Board of Directors.The following week, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> launched a forensic investigation into internal overspending and financial irregularities. KPMG was appointed to conduct an independent forensic due diligence review, as a result of the actions made possible by a group of individuals within <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a>.&nbsp;Since then, the Court of Florence has granted protective measures restricting creditors from initiating or continuing enforcement actions against the company’s assets, including vessels currently under construction. Last week, these measures were partially lifted for five shipowners.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Florence court lifts protective measures for five The Italian Sea Group yacht contracts (2026-06-11 10:00:00 +0200)">Florence court lifts protective measures for five The Italian Sea Group yacht contracts</a>The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> is not the only company that has denied acquisition rumours for TISG. In March 2026, German yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> told SuperYacht Times that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65574" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen not considering acquiring The Italian Sea Group (2026-03-09 14:00:00 +0100)">the company had not considered acquiring TISG</a>.&nbsp;

Ferretti Group denies The Italian Sea Group acquisition rumours

Italian yacht builder Ferretti Group has denied rumours that they had a possible interest in acquiring The Italian Sea Group (TISG).

Italian yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a> has announced that the KKCG owned shareholder Azúr a.s. has initiated legal proceedings challenging the appointment of the new board of directors at the company's shareholders' meeting on 14 May 2026.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394210/image/large-3bfd53739fbb59d4d9e5f0968bf4da9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394210">According to a statement released by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a> on 11 June, Azúr filed a writ of summons before the Court of Bologna on 9 June 2026 pursuant to Articles 2377 and 2378 of the Italian Civil Code.Azúr a.s. is a wholly owned part of KKCG’s global business, founded by Czech entrepreneur Karel Komárek. They bring together all of KKCG Maritime’s assets into a single entity and currently have a 23.23 percent stake in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>.&nbsp;Azúr is currently seeking nullity and/or annulment of resolutions concerning the appointment of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a>'s new board of directors, the determination of the number of board members and the appointment of the company's board of statutory auditors.They have also requested interim relief from the court to suspend the effectiveness of those resolutions pending the outcome of the proceedings. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a> have responded stating that they will take the necessary steps to defend its position.&nbsp;“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a>, having taken note of the service of the writ of summons, will protect its rights and will seek appropriate legal advice to defend and will have the absolute correctness of its conduct ascertained before the competent Court.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a> confirmed that its corporate bodies remain fully operational and continue to perform their respective duties and responsibilities. They also added that these legal proceedings have no impact on its business operations, customer relationships, commercial activities or strategic projects.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> officially announced the appointment of Stassi Anastassov as its new Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect, following the company’s Annual General Meeting held on 15 May 2026.Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66099" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group appoints Stassi Anastassov as CEO amid ownership tensions (2026-05-15 16:30:00 +0200)">Ferretti Group appoints Stassi Anastassov as CEO amid ownership tensions</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/386471/image/large-5864e3d980f30348ec76855095f57666.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/386471">The appointment was confirmed by the Board of Directors, which also reconfirmed Tan Ning as Chairman of the Board and the departure of Alberto Galassi. On 15 May, KKCG Maritime submitted a request to the Italian government to assess whether <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a> had breached "golden power" rules designed to shield strategic assets.The matter will now be considered by the Court of Bologna, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a> stating that it will keep shareholders informed of any material developments in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

KKCG Maritime challenges Ferretti Group board appointments in court

Ferretti has announced that the KKCG owned shareholder Azúr has initiated legal proceedings challenging the appointment of the new board of directors.

Ferretti shareholder KKCG Maritime challenges board appointments in court

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group (TISG)</a> has announced that the Court of Florence has partially lifted protective measures for five shipowners, following the company's ongoing negotiated crisis settlement procedure.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/367061/image/large-152c0f12c19271f70607c9687ef33098.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/367061">On 16 March, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> announced that it had initiated a negotiated settlement procedure under Italian Legislative Decree No. 14/2019, following internal financial irregularities. This legal framework aimed to enable them to restructure, while continuing to operate under the supervision of an independent expert.Following this, on 20 April, the Court of Florence granted protective measures for a maximum period of four months, restricting creditors from initiating or continuing enforcement actions against the company’s assets, including vessels currently under construction.The court also confirmed that these protective measures extended to shipowners, which prevented them from terminating their contracts of yachts currently under construction during the proceedings.The Court of Florence has now issued an order upholding the appeals filed by five shipowners which prevented them terminating their contracts. With respect to them it was also found that they were unable to exercise the other rights provided under their contracts.&nbsp;The court found that the yachts could not be covered by the protective measures because they were neither assets of the company, nor assets instrumental to its business operations.Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="TISG enters restructuring phase after share capital falls below legal minimum (2026-05-22 11:15:00 +0200)">TISG enters restructuring phase after share capital falls below legal minimum</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/330852/image/large-4bf3eaa2517d3433bc0352c08e9306b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/330852">The ruling also determined that the shipowners were not creditors against whom such measures could be applied and their right to obtain performance under the pending contract could not be satisfied through enforcement or interim measures.The order applies exclusively to the five shipowners who filed the appeals and has no effect on the other shipowners or creditors, with the previous measures remaining in effect for the duration already established by the Court.&nbsp;TISG also stated that these measures do not affect the ongoing negotiations with its main stakeholders, including shipowners, suppliers and financial institutions, as part of the company's economic and financial rebalancing plan which is currently in progress.The company also stated that, with regard to the affected shipowners, the substance of the contractual relationships remains unchanged despite the lifting of the protective measures.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> said it will continue to provide updates on developments relating to the procedure and any further initiatives undertaken in accordance with applicable regulations.

TISG: Florence court removes protections affecting five yacht contracts

A Florence court has partially lifted protective measures affecting five yacht contracts linked to TISG's ongoing negotiated settlement procedure.

Florence court lifts protective measures for five The Italian Sea Group yacht contracts

Industry veterans Adam Papadakis and Kurt Fraser have announced the launch of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matterhorn Yachts (Company)">Matterhorn</a>. According to the founders, it is "a new superyacht brokerage and advisory house combining traditional yachting expertise with a connected and intelligence-led approach to navigating the superyacht market."Headquartered in Monaco and serving an international client base, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matterhorn Yachts (Company)">Matterhorn</a> offers a full suite of brokerage, charter, yacht management and consultancy services, positioning itself as a long-term partner across every stage of the yachting journey.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396755/image/large-03eb586a20f98c7bb1b9bab73768aced.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396755">The company is led by Founder and CEO Adam Papadakis, whose career spans more than 25 years at some of the industry's most recognised brokerage houses. Throughout his career, Adam has advised clients on significant yacht transactions, new build projects and refits, building long-standing client relationships and helping drive the commercial success of some of the industry's most respected brands. Widely respected for his discretion, strategic insight and meticulous execution, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matterhorn Yachts (Company)">Matterhorn</a> reflects his belief that exceptional client outcomes are achieved through independent advice and deep market understanding.Joining him as Founding Executive and CCO is Kurt Fraser, a strategist, creative leader and international business executive whose career spans more than 25 years across the superyacht, luxury lifestyle, resort development and marina sectors. Throughout his career, Kurt has driven business transformation and contributed to the growth and commercial success of a number of leading yachting brands. He believes <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matterhorn Yachts (Company)">Matterhorn</a>'s performance-driven model is uniquely aligned with the expectations of both established yacht clients and a new generation of owners seeking greater transparency, responsiveness and long-term value.While the launch of independent brokerage houses is not uncommon within the superyacht sector, the pairing of Adam and Kurt brings together two distinctly complementary areas of expertise. Combining deep brokerage experience with proven strategic, creative and commercial leadership, the duo have built a business founded on both reputation and capability.Their partnership reflects a broader shift within the industry, where clients increasingly seek the agility, transparency and personalised approach often associated with boutique brokerage houses, without sacrificing the expertise and international reach traditionally offered by larger organisations. In this respect, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matterhorn Yachts (Company)">Matterhorn</a> blends established industry knowledge with a more modern, insightful and adaptable approach to yacht brokerage.A strategic advisory approachAccording to the Founding team, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matterhorn Yachts (Company)">Matterhorn</a> has been established in response to increasing fragmentation across the yachting experience, with clients often relying on multiple service providers and disconnected sources of information, or larger organisations whose structures can inhibit a truly performance-driven approach."Rather than concentrating solely on transactional brokerage activity, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matterhorn Yachts (Company)">Matterhorn</a> will work closely with clients to develop personalised yachting strategies that reflect their lifestyle objectives and long-term aspirations. Whether a client's journey begins with charter, evolves into yacht ownership, or encompasses the management and optimisation of an existing asset, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matterhorn Yachts (Company)">Matterhorn</a>’s objective is to ensure that every stage of the experience is aligned with their individual expectations, priorities and goals.""The superyacht industry has always been relationship-driven and that will never change," said Adam. "However, clients today require more than access and execution. Better insight and better intelligence leads to better decisions and better experiences. This is the role <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matterhorn Yachts (Company)">Matterhorn</a> intends to fill as trusted partners to our clients.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matterhorn Yachts (Company)">Matterhorn</a>’s approach combines traditional brokerage expertise with strategic advisory and a deeper understanding of the factors that influence successful outcomes. The Founders believe that clients increasingly benefit from objective guidance, greater market visibility and a more integrated approach to decision-making. By bringing these elements together, the company aims to support clients across the full spectrum of yachting activities, from charter and acquisition through to ownership, management and eventual disposition.

Launch of Matterhorn yacht brokerage

Industry veterans Adam Papadakis and Kurt Fraser have announced the launch of Matterhorn, a new superyacht brokerage and advisory house.

Adam Papadakis and Kurt Fraser launch Matterhorn

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3779" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dörries Yachts (Company)">Dörries Yachts</a> has announced that it has agreed upon a lease of construction facilities within the Maritime Industry and Business Park Volkswerft Stralsund in Germany. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395892/image/large-3ca38fdddd01e9ee25c8a081829cb148.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395892">Located in the Hanseatic city of Stralsund, Volkswerft Stralsund the 34-hectare site was purchased by the city in February 2022, with the council working to develop it into a maritime industrial and commercial park.The Maritime Industrial and Commercial Park Volkswerft is already home to around 20 companies and offers extensive hall space, heavy-lift capabilities of up to 1,000 tonnes, direct water access and a highly skilled regional workforce.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395889/image/large-a9056b5f718fa19673449bfbc198222e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395889">“Stralsund offers exactly the kind of environment we were looking for,” explained Henning Dörries, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3779" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dörries Yachts (Company)">Dörries Yachts</a>. “This is more than simply additional space, itis about creating the right environment to deliver ambitious projects efficiently and effectively.”Volkswerft Stralsund offers 97,000 square-metres of hall space, 32,000 square-metres of equipped office space and 24,00 square-metres of equipped workshop space and offers access via road, rail and inland/sea shipping.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395893/image/large-0f32488cbf3c13ffc99a8b3423fba5fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395893">“We are proud to welcome their success and expertise in the superyacht sector to our maritime industrial and commercial park,” said Volkswerft Stralsund. “Our facilities offer ideal conditions for conversion and new-build projects.”“The combination of infrastructure, expertise and maritime heritage available in Stralsund makes it a natural fit for our future plans,” concluded Dörries.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3779" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dörries Yachts (Company)">Dörries Yachts</a> has unveiled several superyacht concepts over the years, including the 75-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64397" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dörries Yachts & Phathom Studio unveil 75m superyacht concept Alyra (2025-10-02 14:45:00 +0200)">Alyra</a> designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5530" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phathom Studio (Company)">Phathom Studio</a> and the 115.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/61224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First Look: Dörries Yachts unveils 115m H2-designed superyacht concept Zephyr (2024-08-12 11:15:00 +0200)">Zephyr</a> yacht designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H2 Yacht Design (Company)">H2 Yacht Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395888/image/large-55c7722186f293194a8fedc63a57e1bb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395888">

Dörries Yachts construction facilities at Volkswerft Stralsund

Dörries Yachts has announced that it has agreed upon a lease of construction facilities at Volkswerft Stralsund in Germany.

Dörries Yachts agrees lease for new shipyard in Germany

A new international association for naval architects, exterior and interior designers operating in the superyacht sector has been formally launched, called the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Design and Naval Architecture Association (SYDNA) (Company)">Superyacht Design and Naval Architecture Association (SYDNA)</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395084/image/large-ea7330f65bc3a99734a2919387e86bc7.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395084">Launched by Executive Director Clair Rozemeijer, alongside Luca Boldrini, Managing Partner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FM Architettura (Company)">FM Architettura</a> and Vice President of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Design and Naval Architecture Association (SYDNA) (Company)">SYDNA</a>, the organisation aims to provide greater collective representation for yacht designers and naval architects, an area of the superyacht industry that has historically lacked a unified voice despite significant growth over recent decades.“Associations are founded because individual companies often face similar challenges that they cannot solve entirely on their own, and the association’s role is to create a collective strategy and platform to address those challenges together so that ultimately all members benefit individually from the collaboration,” explained Rozemeijer.The association already counts 12 leading design and naval architecture practices among its membership, including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design &amp; Naval Architecture</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/17" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bannenberg & Rowell Design (Company)">Bannenberg &amp; Rowell Design</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FM Architettura (Company)">FM Architettura</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek Design</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mulder Design (Company)">Mulder Design</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/65" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuvolari Lenard (Company)">Nuvolari Lenard</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8394" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Philippe Briand Group Ltd. (Company)">Philippe Briand</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van Oossanen Naval Architects (Company)">Van Oossanen Naval Architects</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a> and <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 qualifying studios invited to join<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395085/image/large-1f495a08cbefdd41f95fcaeceeb15138.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395085">“Together with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Design and Naval Architecture Association (SYDNA) (Company)">SYDNA</a>'s board members and founding members, we explored where meaningful collaboration could exist, not in the areas where companies compete, but in the areas where we can collectively strengthen the profession of yacht designers and naval architects, and positively contribute to the wider industry,” added Rozemeijer.The association will aim to improve professionalism through market research, standard contracts, ethical guidelines and quality standards. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Design and Naval Architecture Association (SYDNA) (Company)">SYDNA</a> also plans to engage more actively with regulatory bodies including the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Maritime Organization (Company)">International Maritime Organization</a> and ISO, while encouraging greater knowledge-sharing among members.Sustainability will also form a core area of focus, as designers and naval architects can play a greater role in supporting the transition towards more sustainable technologies and solutions, including developments linked to Roadmap 2050, in collaboration with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>.“The Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss) has successfully got the industry’s voice heard before new rules and regulations become a fait accompli,” added Espen Øino, founder and owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a>, and President of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Design and Naval Architecture Association (SYDNA) (Company)">SYDNA</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395086/image/large-bd4c7ffda795a9ef61a079534321475b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395086">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Design and Naval Architecture Association (SYDNA) (Company)">SYDNA</a> allows us to have representation for elements specific to what we do as designers, whether that’s rules and regulations, how we deal with contracts, or other issues on which we will benefit from open discussion. It enables us to speak with one common voice toward authorities, the media, or clients.”The association also aims to strengthen recognition and credibility for member studios while supporting future generations of designers entering the sector. “The creative side of our industry has grown quite organically over many years and we’ve all entered it from different avenues,” said Jim Dixon, Studio Principal of Yachts &amp; Aviation at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a> and board member of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Design and Naval Architecture Association (SYDNA) (Company)">SYDNA</a>. “We all felt it was time for consolidation, unanimity and robustness behind what we do.”To qualify for full membership, studios must have operated for at least 10 years and successfully delivered a minimum of five projects over 30 metres within the past decade, including new builds, major refits or conversions.“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Design and Naval Architecture Association (SYDNA) (Company)">SYDNA</a> means we can not only bring designers together better, but also enhance our communication, cross-fertilisation and collaboration with shipyards and brokers, and ultimately that helps to grow the industry as a whole,” concluded Boldrini.

SYDNA launches international association for superyacht designers and naval architects

A new international association for naval architects and designers
operating in the superyacht sector has been formally launched.

SYDNA launches to represent superyacht designers and naval architects

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group (TISG)</a> has announced plans to gradually increase activity across its shipyard operations, with the goal of returning to full operations in early June.In a statement issued today (27 May 2026), <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> stated that the shipyard's operational activities will be ‘progressively intensified’, amid the ongoing restructuring process. This follows last week’s announcement that the company’s share capital had fallen below the legal minimum.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="TISG enters restructuring phase after share capital falls below legal minimum (2026-05-22 11:15:00 +0200)">TISG enters restructuring phase after share capital falls below legal minimum</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/367061/image/large-152c0f12c19271f70607c9687ef33098.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/367061">According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a>, the company aims to reach full operations, starting from the first ten days of June. They stated that a rebalancing process remains underway through previously identified strategic measures, with cash management and operational financial dynamics continuing to be monitored.CEO Giovanni Costantino confirmed that the restructuring process is being developed with the support of top-tier advisors, but also criticised certain trade union organisations, which he described as “superficial” and “provocative” to the situation.&nbsp;“Rather than working together constructively and contributing during such a crucial phase in the life of the company, figures are being cited at random with no understanding whatsoever of the actual business situation,” commented Giovanni Costantino.&nbsp;The company also provided updates on several key projects currently under construction, including the first unit of the new 49.95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> Panorama 50M line, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Spribe50.0m (164'1&quot;)Admiral2026">Spribe</a>, which recently completed sea trials and is scheduled for delivery in the first days of July, and the second hybrid unit, which will be launched in the first ten days of July, with delivery expected in September.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64891" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="50m Admiral Yachts Panorama series motor yacht Spribe launched (2025-12-02 15:00:00 +0100)">50m Admiral Yachts Panorama series motor yacht Spribe launched</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/379687/image/large-11f9a8770e46f4ce46a8fb5632b8a7c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/379687">Meanwhile, the 31-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64789" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First 31m Tecnomar for Lamborghini 101 yacht moves to outfitting (2025-11-17 15:45:00 +0100)">Tecnomar for Lamborghini 101</a> yacht is currently undergoing the final stages of carpentry works at the Group’s Turkish facilities before being transferred to Italy in mid-June for outfitting. Construction of an additional 88-metre project is also progressing to schedule, with the yacht expected to arrive in Italy in October for completion works.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> also confirmed progress on its larger custom projects, including recently signed 82-metre and 85-metre builds acquired at the end of 2025. Both projects are currently in the detailed design phase, with keel-laying ceremonies expected to take place between July and September at the Group’s facilities in Turkey.&nbsp;The company added that activities within its refit division have continued without interruption, with operations at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7113" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Celi S.r.l (Company)">CELI 1920</a>, the Group’s interior and cabinetry division, progressing in line with planned schedules.In addition, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> confirmed that it will participate in the 2026 edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/338" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2026">Monaco Yacht Show</a>, scheduled to take place this September.

The Italian Sea Group aims for full operations by June 

TISG has announced plans to gradually increase activity across its shipyard operations, with the goal of returning to full operations in early June.

The Italian Sea Group aims for full operations by June amid company restructuring

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group (TISG)</a> is facing a serious financial setback and has entered a formal court-supervised restructuring process in an effort to stabilise the business.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/330852/image/large-4bf3eaa2517d3433bc0352c08e9306b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/330852">In a forensic due diligence update, the company said it has recorded losses significant enough to reduce its share capital below the minimum level required under Italian law. This has triggered a material event under Article 2447 of the Italian Civil Code, which in turn requires mandatory corporate action and the activation of protective measures under Italy’s Crisis and Insolvency Code.The Board of Directors met on 21 May 2026 to address what it described as significant losses. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> confirmed that it is now operating within a formal restructuring framework as it works to address the financial shortfall and restore its capital position.&nbsp;The update follows an announcement in April 2026, where <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> confirmed that the court of Florence had granted protective measures as part of its negotiated composition procedure to restructure the company.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65905" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group secures court protection amid company restructuring (2026-04-21 09:30:00 +0200)">The Italian Sea Group secures court protection amid company restructuring</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/367061/image/large-152c0f12c19271f70607c9687ef33098.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/367061">The ruling comes following a criminal complaint filed by Chief Executive Officer Giovanni Costantino against certain former senior executives of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> who headed corporate functions and allegedly acted in coordination with one another.According to the company, preliminary assessments show that accumulated losses have reduced share capital below the legal minimum threshold required under Italian corporate law.&nbsp;While the exact figure has yet to be determined, the board confirmed that statutory obligations have been triggered, including the convening of a shareholders’ meeting and the preparation of updated financial statements.The board also approved the guidelines of a broader turnaround plan aimed at restoring financial stability and maintaining business continuity. The company stated that the plan is intended to preserve ongoing concern status, while rebalancing equity within the current financial year.The proposed measures include renegotiations with multiple ship owning companies to recover extra costs on existing contracts, the revaluation of real estate assets, potential disposal of non-core property assets and the possibility of positive effects arising from an agreement with tax authorities.The board said it believes the underlying assumptions of the plan provide a reasonable basis for overcoming the current financial difficulties, while continuing to operate across its shipbuilding and refit divisions.The company also acknowledged the causes of the crisis to misconduct by certain senior managers acting in coordination.&nbsp;Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="TISG files complaint against former executives following forensic investigation (2026-03-10 09:15:00 +0100)">TISG files complaint against former executives following forensic investigation</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355527/image/large-10e2f4203acc580bab536674f4910115.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355527">As part of the restructuring framework, the company has also activated protective measures under Article 20 of Legislative Decree 14/2019, designed to safeguard operations while restructuring actions are implemented. The filing will take effect upon registration with the Companies’ Register.On 2 March, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a> announced that it had appointed KPMG to conduct an independent forensic investigation after it had identified significant extra-budget costs across its order portfolio.According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">TISG</a>, the due diligence conducted by KPMG Advisory, originally initiated in February 2026, has been delayed due to the prioritisation of business continuity measures and changes in senior management. The completion of the review is now expected by late June or early July 2026.The company also confirmed it will continue to update the market as required under EU Market Abuse Regulation obligations.

TISG share capital falls below legal minimum

TISG is facing a serious financial setback and has entered a formal court-supervised restructuring process in an effort to stabilise the business.

TISG enters restructuring phase after share capital falls below legal minimum

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> has approved its unaudited consolidated periodic financial information for the first quarter of 2026, reporting lower revenue, profit and order intake, while maintaining a slightly improved adjusted EBITDA margin.Net revenue new yachts amounted to €302.1 million in the first quarter of 2026, down eight percent compared with €328.5 million in the same period last year. Adjusted EBITDA stood at €48.7 million, compared with €52.5 million in Q1 2025, while the adjusted EBITDA margin increased slightly to 16.1 percent, up from 16 percent a year earlier.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394210/image/large-3bfd53739fbb59d4d9e5f0968bf4da9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394210">Net profit for the period was €21 million, compared with €23.9 million in the first quarter of 2025. Order intake reached €179.6 million, down from €270.6 million in Q1 2025, reflecting what the company described as a softer commercial environment and slower order conversion.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>’s net backlog stood at €722.3 million as of 31 March 2026, compared with €828.6 million at the end of December 2025. The company reported a net financial position of €18.4 million at the end of the quarter, down from €111 million as of 31 December 2025.Stassi Anastassov, Chief Executive Officer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>, said the first quarter had reflected “a softer commercial environment and slower order conversion than we would have liked, particularly on order intake.” He added that the group was approaching the market with “realism, discipline and operational focus.”Despite the lower order intake, Anastassov said the underlying fundamentals of the business remained solid, citing the group’s brand positioning, resilient margins and backlog visibility. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a>, more than €400 million of net backlog is expected to convert into 2026 revenues.For the full year 2026, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> has issued guidance for net revenue new yachts of between €1.25 billion and €1.27 billion. The company expects an adjusted EBITDA margin of between 16.2 percent and 16.6 percent, with capital expenditure forecast between €70 million and €75 million.During the first quarter, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> participated in several major international boat shows, including Düsseldorf, Miami and Palm Beach. The company also remained the subject of corporate activity following KKCG Maritime’s conditional voluntary partial tender offer to acquire up to 15.4 percent of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a>’s share capital.The offer, initially priced at €3.50 per share, was increased to €3.90 per share in March. The acceptance period closed on 13 April 2026, with KKCG Maritime receiving valid acceptances for 29,611,598 shares, representing approximately 8.75 percent of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a>’s share capital. The total consideration amounted to €115.5 million.Following the end of the reporting period, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a> also held its ordinary shareholders’ meeting on 14 May 2026. Among other resolutions, shareholders approved the audited separate financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2025, the distribution of an ordinary dividend of €0.11 per share, and the appointment of the new Board of Directors and Board of Statutory Auditors.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394211/image/large-a4e5f60bae61b6a1d51d622c3e77d808.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394211">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66087" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti CEO Alberto Galassi departs as company appoints new Board of Directors (2026-05-14 16:00:00 +0200)">Ferretti CEO Alberto Galassi departs as company appoints new Board of Directors</a> On 14 May 2026, the company held its ordinary shareholders’ meeting, during which shareholders approved the appointment of a new Board of Directors. The changes marked the departure of Alberto Galassi, who had led <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a> as Chief Executive Officer for 12 years. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti</a>’s current corporate governance page lists Stassi Anastassov as Chief Executive Officer and Tan Ning as Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Ferretti Group reports lower Q1 revenue as order intake falls

Ferretti Group reports lower Q1 2026 revenue, profit and order intake, while maintaining a slightly improved adjusted EBITDA margin.

Ferretti Group reports €302m in Q1 revenue as order intake softens

Online marine marketplace <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Off The Hook Yachts (Company)">Off The Hook Yacht Sales</a> has announced that the company will officially rebrand as NextBoat Inc, effective on or about 29 May 2026.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/390341/image/large-be765afb7248df37e9b507deb714d575.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/390341">The rebrand will also see its ticker symbol on the New York Stock Exchange change from OTH to NXB and aims to reflect the company’s evolution from a traditional yacht brokerage business, into an AI-powered technology platform.“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Off The Hook Yachts (Company)">Off The Hook Yachts</a> was where we started, but NextBoat represents where we are going,” explained Chief Executive Officer Brian John. “We are building a technology platform that empowers brokers, dealers, resellers and marine entrepreneurs to buy and sell boats more efficiently through artificial intelligence, automation and data-driven infrastructure.”&nbsp;NextBoat is embedding artificial intelligence throughout the transaction process, through AI-driven valuations, AI-assisted acquisitions to identify off-market opportunities, AI-powered matching to connect buyer and sellers and AI-driven closing to automate documentation and workflows.&nbsp;“We’re entering a phase where technology doesn’t just support transactions-it executes them,” added Chief Operating Officer Blake Phillips. “This is how we believe we can scale efficiently without traditional overhead. We are an AI driven technology platform that allows us to be the largest buyer and seller of pre-owned boats.”Last week <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Off The Hook Yachts (Company)">Off The Hook Yachts</a> announced it had completed the acquisition of marine, service and storage company, Apex Marine Group. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Off The Hook Yachts (Company)">Off The Hook Yachts</a> believes that the Apex acquisition opens the door for additional partnerships, as it expands both its sales and service platforms.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66089" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Off The Hook Yachts completes acquisition of Apex Marine Group (2026-05-14 16:30:00 +0200)">Off The Hook Yachts completes acquisition of Apex Marine Group</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Off The Hook Yachts (Company)">Off The Hook Yachts</a> will continue operating as a core division under NextBoat, with its focus primarily on B2B dealer transactions and inventory liquidation, allowing dealers to wholesale trade-ins and aged inventory through the platform."Just as technology transformed how people buy homes, cars and travel, we believe boating is approaching its own major digital transformation," concluded Philllips. "Our goal is not simply to participate in this evolution, we intend to define it."

Off The Hook Yacht Sales to rebrand as NextBoat

Off The Hook Yacht Sales has announced that the company will officially rebrand as NextBoat Inc, effective on or about 29 May 2026.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Yacht International (Company)">Royal Yacht International</a> have announced the delivery of the 23.96-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> Gentleman 24M yacht. The yacht was officially christened <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gentleman23.96m (78'7&quot;)Picchiotti2025">Gentleman</a> at the shipyard in La Spezia and delivered to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Yacht International (Company)">Royal Yacht International</a> Chairman Tommaso Chiabra as she joins their charter fleet. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397262/image/large-69463179651c336f45f621e2a3eab461.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397262">Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design &amp; Architecture</a> in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> Centro Stile, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> brand was relaunched in 2022, just six months after the acquisition of the company by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>.&nbsp;Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55685" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group relaunches Picchiotti brand with a new Gentleman yacht line (2022-08-03 12:00:00 +0200)">The Italian Sea Group relaunches Picchiotti brand with a new Gentleman yacht line</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397263/image/large-9d2b1e1afb8a57386a11c5c8c4b07162.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397263">“We are proud to acquire this exceptional asset and to contribute to the revival of one of the most historic names in Italian shipbuilding,” commented Tommaso Chiabra, Chairman of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Yacht International (Company)">Royal Yacht International</a>.Inspired by the silhouette of the American yachts of the sixties, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gentleman23.96m (78'7&quot;)Picchiotti2025">Gentleman</a> boasts timeless classic lines and is produced entirely in aluminium. She showcases glossy mahogany details and polished plating on her bow and the sides of her stern.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397261/image/large-601aad94946cbee604189de94508e6a8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397261">Spanning 149 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gentleman23.96m (78'7&quot;)Picchiotti2025">Gentleman</a> can comfortably accommodate up to six guests across a three stateroom configuration on the lower deck, with her full-beam owner’s suite situated amidships.&nbsp;“The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> Gentleman 24M has a rare quality: she feels immediately familiar, elegant and beautifully Mediterranean,” added Chiabra. “She has substance, warmth and personality; she belongs to a lineage of yachts conceived for private life at sea, while speaking naturally to the expectations of contemporary charter clients.”Conceived for Mediterranean cruising, she features plenty of open-air spaces, with a large beach club for charter living. Perfect for clients seeking privacy and charm, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12325" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gentleman23.96m (78'7&quot;)Picchiotti2025">Gentleman</a> gives the feeling of a private residence on the water. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397264/image/large-c0669bf9240500ea4ff1be1400818b85.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397264">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> carries the spirit of Janus: one gaze turned towards centuries of seafaring knowledge, the other towards those who will define the next codes of yachting,” added Gianmaria Costantino, Chief Commercial Officer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>.“She offers a measured threshold into the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti</a> world: time onboard becomes a first form of belonging, and that first encounter may quietly mature into something deeper and more personal.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397265/image/large-817d20ffb7d4c6c57e79117b435352b2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397265">(Images courtesy of The Italian Sea Group and Royal Yacht International.)

Gentleman: Picchiotti Gentleman 24M yacht delivered

TISG and RYI have announced the delivery of the first Picchiotti Gentleman 24M yacht, which has been christened Gentleman. 

First Picchiotti Gentleman 24M yacht delivered and christened Gentleman

The 25.13-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> is listed for auction in partnership with YachtBid and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bright Auctions (Company)">Bright Auctions</a>, with bidding scheduled to take place from 24 August to 31 August 2026. The auction will commence 17:00 CEST on 24 August and conclude at 19:00 CEST on 31 August, with a starting bid of €250,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397102/image/large-24821bba9e1a05c9dc0c4a4bf8b68c0a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397102">Delivered in 2001 by the French shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/328" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Judel / Vrolijk & co (Company)">Judel / Vrolijk &amp; Co</a>, while her interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/132" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="GCA Arquitectes Associats (Company)">GCA Arquitectes Associats</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397099/image/large-d3134277ff497a941f78eeef0793127b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397099">Built with an aluminium hull and superstructure, the sloop-rigged yacht up for auction has a beam of 6.1-metres and a draft of 3.5-metres.The sailing yacht has benefitted from an extensive refit programme, with a €5 million rebuild completed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> in The Netherlands in 2018 under the project name "Take Fife,” due to the extent of the project. Further upgrades have since included re-headed rod rigging in 2022 and the installation of an identical main engine and generator in 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397101/image/large-ebcc23d62219cd7ce60d0a462ebb1932.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397101">Designed as a performance cruiser, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> sports a sleek flush-deck look with wide teak decks and a spacious cockpit that encourages guests to socialise while underway. Her generous sail plan is complemented by a practical deck layout, supporting an exhilarating performance and comfortable short-handed cruising.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397100/image/large-8bdc9d3d6e38c085fc40e976a246dea4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397100">Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> blends modern comfort with classic sailing yacht elegance. Her open-plan saloon is bright and welcoming, thanks to skylights, warm wood panelling, neutral furnishings. The open-plan living area features plenty of seating and a stylish space for dining, all enhanced by the sophisticated touch of carefully curated artwork.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397107/image/large-2c0b8ccd3c43cb086f91959851441863.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397107">Spanning 61 GT, accommodation onboard is arranged for up to eight guests, including a spacious owner's stateroom and comfortable guest quarters. Separate accommodation is also provided for a crew of three, including her captain.In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ikigai25.13m (82'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2001">Ikigai</a> is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a> engine that delivers a cruising speed of 12 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397103/image/large-3f6afa8a9eaa8750001ff18bd06b11cd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397103">Prospective buyers will have the opportunity to inspect the yacht during scheduled viewing days in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, taking place on 8 August and 29 August 2026 between 11:00 and 14:00 local time.

25m JFA sailing yacht Ikigai up for auction

 The 25m JFA sailing yacht Ikigai is up for auction with YachtBid and Bright Auctions, with bidding set to take place from 24 to 31 August 2026.

 25m JFA sailing yacht Ikigai up for auction

Recently spotted in Èze, Côte d'Azur, France, the 111-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/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> was delivered in 2019 as Tis. Designed to feel light, fresh and open with a classic twist, she boasts a well-balanced sheerline to create an elegant character. SuperYacht Times takes a closer look at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> to find out more about her ownership history. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397020/image/large-e841e651ed970b4171229b1c2cd6d942.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397020">The project was first unveiled in September 2014 as Palo Alto, when <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> announced her sale to a long-time charter client, who had previously chartered some of the largest yachts in the world for over seven years.&nbsp;The yacht was the largest <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> yacht to-date that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> had worked on, and was designed for a family-oriented owner. The construction of the yacht was overseen by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> new-build team.Watch her:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/48890" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Video: Launching of 111m Lürssen superyacht TIS (2018-08-15 15:30:00 +0200)">Video: Launching of 111m Lürssen superyacht TIS</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397026/image/large-2f9af564329d4c88e425cf5bcfc54223.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397026">Launched in August 2018 as Tis, the yacht features interior and exterior 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>, with naval architecture penned by her German builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen Yachts</a>. Spanning six decks and an internal volume of 4,699 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> pairs a sleek exterior with a traditional interior style.&nbsp;Constructed at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> Rendsburg facility, the yacht was seen for the first time on the banks of the Nord-Ostsee Canal, before she underwent final outfitting and sea trials. Built according to the PYC code, she was described by her designer Andrew Winch as “a pinnacle of classic design”, during an <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/49593" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delve in deep with Andrew Winch: Founder of Winch Design (2019-02-18 16:00:00 +0100)">interview with SuperYacht Times in 2019</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> features a sophisticated interior design nicknamed ‘cashmere cream’ which adds to her timeless charm. “It’s soft, gentle and classic. You could say it has the appeal of a London hotel like Claridge's or the Ritz,” added Winch.&nbsp;Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/49593" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delve in deep with Andrew Winch: Founder of Winch Design (2019-02-18 16:00:00 +0100)">Delve in deep with Andrew Winch: Founder of Winch Design</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397030/image/large-02f708caf92edd27a67f8a9178947595.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397030">Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> boasts choices such as parquet flooring and staircases reminiscent of Chateau de Versailles. Antiquities such as De Gournay silk fabric and custom <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a> sofas, armchairs and chandeliers further enhance this atmosphere. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397021/image/large-60747a07d339b371d59e946525fc44ae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397021"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 18 guests across nine staterooms, with her owner’s suite situated on its own private deck. The deck includes his-and-hers bathrooms and dressing rooms, with a massage room and a forward-facing stateroom. With 180-degree views, the owner’s suite includes fold-down balconies which extend her connection with the sea. Characterised by floral designs and cream-colored finishes, her interior evokes a sense of warmth and privacy.Her private living room showcases furniture styles from Louis XIV to Louis XVIII eras, creating a relaxed atmosphere with green-yellow hues. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> also boasts a discreet day head concealed behind a bookcase and a modern fireplace.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397024/image/large-2c1fc81bb939cc28fe792c5575484864.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397024">Each of her staterooms are inspired by world locations, with colour palettes reflective of their namesakes. The main deck is home to four guest staterooms, as well as a formal office, dining room and her main saloon. The London stateroom includes a Claridges-inspired design, while Paris is adorned with elegant Fleur-de-Lis and Toile de Joie fabrics, New York captures the essence of Art Déco and Marrakech reflects the vibrant colours and textures of the Moroccan city.Moving to the lower deck, there are four additional guest staterooms, alongside a cinema and her crew accommodation for 38. The Provence stateroom uses summer hues, while the China Seas suite features greens reminiscent of oriental bamboo forests, and the Russian Dacha and Tuscany rooms mimic Russia's frosty landscapes and Italy's sun-kissed terrains.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397022/image/large-a4c0f97e09aa7510840553ebcadfd3f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397022">Key features onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> include a 12-metre swimming pool on her main deck aft, two helicopter pads and a resort-inspired spa area at beach club level. Inspired by Capri, she is equipped with a sauna, icy fountain, shower, relaxation room, hammam, and massage parlor. &nbsp;Alaiya also features a year-round usable winter garden on the main deck stern, which uses climate control and a tea room, reminiscent of France's Ladurée.&nbsp;She made her debut at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2019">Monaco Yacht Show 2019</a> before being sold and completing a refit in Germany in 2020. Designed originally with a dark blue hull, she emerged with a beige hull under the name Lady Gulya.Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52013" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="111m superyacht TIS renamed Lady Gulya and refitted with new beige hull (2020-11-10 17:00:00 +0100)">111m superyacht TIS renamed Lady Gulya and refitted with new beige hull</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397025/image/large-1441506c47cfd9f9573eb2819a47da7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397025">In 2021, Lady Gulya was sold once again in an off-market deal, before she was renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a>. In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</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> 20V 4000 M73L diesel engines, which provide her with a top speed of 18 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots.&nbsp;At the time of publication, AIS data shows that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.0m (364'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a> is currently situated in Saint Tropez.

Alaiya: 111m Lürssen yacht in Èze, France

SuperYacht Times takes a closer look at the 111-metre Lürssen superyacht Alaiya in Èze, France to find out more about her sophisticated design. 

Alaiya: A closer look at the 111m Lürssen yacht in Côte d'Azur, France

The 45-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Genie Blu45.0m (147'8&quot;)Alia Yachts2026">Genie Blu</a> has been launched from the Turkish shipyard’s facilities in Antalya.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397162/image/large-1dea458647c3e114f13282f1e51e56c0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397162"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Genie Blu45.0m (147'8&quot;)Alia Yachts2026">Genie Blu</a> is a fully custom yacht featuring both exterior design and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design &amp; Architecture</a>, in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia</a>’s in-house design team. Constructed with an aluminium hull and superstructure, she features a beam of 8.89-metres and a draft of 2.33-metres. Her distinctive low-profile silhouette is characterised by clean lines, expansive glazing and an uncluttered look.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397167/image/large-b141990b85e5a1cc3403090a05a024dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397167"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397169/image/large-4e688af92b30a4582f0b0fbb18366c98.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397169">According to the shipyard, the yacht is designed around openness, light and a direct relationship with the marine environment. This philosophy is most evident within her main saloon, where floor-to-ceiling windows and an open-plan arrangement place the sea at the centre of the onboard experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397170/image/large-e99cd323156182c88f6b2afeba609cb3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397170"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397172/image/large-6e383fb85357aabdfd4ca3322b4ee657.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397172">Moreover, her interiors embrace a calm and contemporary approach, featuring a neutral palette intended to complement, rather than compete with, the surrounding scenery.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397171/image/large-62a5e66c76c69c3b4b42d76f20dd4f28.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397171">Moving outside, the cockpit’s raised seating descends towards the aft swim platform, creating a seamless connection to the water. This sense of space is further enhanced by drop-down side wings that broaden the deck. Meanwhile, a generous foredeck lounge forward with additional seating offers the perfect setting for relaxation, with a discreet sunpad crowning the superstructure above.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397168/image/large-af3b54bffc69a8db8cf37d5eb373d44d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397168" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">"The objective was not to maximize gross tonnage, but to maximize the owner's experience of the sea," commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini</a>. "We removed barriers, reduced unnecessary volume and opened the yacht wherever possible."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397164/image/large-c57db06433312f7ed3086ab182613a0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397164" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">In terms of propulsion system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Genie Blu45.0m (147'8&quot;)Alia Yachts2026">Genie Blu</a> is powered by quadruple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines. Following her launch, the yacht is expected to undergo final outfitting and sea trials ahead of her delivery.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397166/image/large-1cdc81e06d0066f8d1068b866d7c98ff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397166">According to <a href="https://iq.superyachttimes.com/" target="_blank">SuperYacht iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia Yachts</a> currently has six superyachts in-build, including the 65-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia Yachts</a> 651.

45m Alia superyacht Genie Blu launched

 The 45-metre Alia superyacht Genie Blu has been launched. 

45m custom Alia superyacht Genie Blu launched

The 26.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11568" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North26.7m (87'7&quot;)Sanlorenzo2020">North</a> has been sold. Onur Erardag of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4569" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautique Yachting (Company)">Nautique Yachting</a> introduced the buyer, while Stig Bugge Jensen of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a> acted on behalf of the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/387638/image/large-300c3f19c865a8d72b57eb034a246d14.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/387638">Delivered in 2020, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11568" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North26.7m (87'7&quot;)Sanlorenzo2020">North</a> forms part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> SX88 series and underwent a refit in 2025. She features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/366" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Officina Italiana Design (Mauro Micheli) (Company)">Officina Italiana Design (Mauro Micheli)</a>, with interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/78" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lissoni & Partners (Company)">Lissoni &amp; Partners</a>.Up to eight guests can be accommodated across four staterooms. Her layout comprises a full-beam master suite, a VIP suite, and two twin guest suites. On the upper deck, owners and guests may enjoy an alfresco bar or teppanyaki grill, make use of the electric roof and sliding windows, and take in films on the fold-up television.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11568" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North26.7m (87'7&quot;)Sanlorenzo2020">North</a> is powered by triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 20 knots and a top speed of 24 knots.Legal and technical assistance was provided by Alex Teji of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8407" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Teji | Cowie Superyacht Law Firm (Company)">Teji Cowie</a> and Merve Dilan Gur of Demircan Law Office. At the time of sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11568" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North26.7m (87'7&quot;)Sanlorenzo2020">North</a> had a last known asking price of €4,350,000.Photo courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4569" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautique Yachting (Company)">Nautique Yachting</a>.

Sanlorenzo motor yacht North sold

The 26.7-metre Sanlorenzo motor yacht North has been sold.


27m Sanlorenzo motor yacht North sold

The 59-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">Just B</a> is currently for sale with Jim Evans of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a>. Previously named Intuition II and Spica, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> presents a rare opportunity to acquire a proven expedition platform with modern diesel-electric propulsion and a track record for global exploration.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396870/image/large-7192a52ae7c775c0c19a4a46c6ef108f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396870">Originally delivered in 1973 by the Dutch shipyard,<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">&nbsp;Just B</a> has evolved into a highly capable explorer yacht after benefiting from a series of extensive refits completed in 2018, 2020, and 2024. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">Just B</a> features exterior design crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack Yacht Design</a>, while her interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7530" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Wiseman Group (Company)">The Wiseman Group</a>. Her naval architecture was developed by her builder. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396875/image/large-af26625a93afa27e49230baba54521da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396875">Constructed with a steel hull and a steel, aluminium superstructure, the yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">Just B</a> for sale has a beam of 10.6-metres and a draught of four metres. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396877/image/large-b671b59c45083b12c1cd22378e3d3625.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396877">Outside, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/of-type=motor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> sports an exterior that reflects her expedition heritage and timeless elegance. Her commanding presence at sea, deep draught and distinctive canoe stern underscores seaworthiness and long-range capability. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396908/image/large-a3862f8b3dc38e8d8d9f33f6ed8af899.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396908">Her shaded aft deck is designed for alfresco dining while enjoying the views of the surrounding seascape, while her sundeck is lined with loungers well-suited for soaking in the sun. Reinforcing her exploration capability, she boasts a generous swim platform granting effortless access to the water. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396883/image/large-656828db72d3f9d79c76a7ee3a44f7d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396883" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Stepping inside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">yacht Just B for sale</a> has been reimagined as a polished and highly liveable home at sea. Redesigned in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7530" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Wiseman Group (Company)">The Wiseman Group</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, her indoor living areas favour natural materials, neutral tones and understated nautical details. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396903/image/large-92a9332dc6f570702d4bdb81c036ed5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396903">Bright lounge spaces, a gym with panoramic views and a wood-burning fireplace all contribute to her warm atmosphere that is ideal for longer voyages<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396907/image/large-19fc623f1fab1c8914270cf7add91db9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396907" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396881/image/large-beaffea232ef0e6c4d98580c6635e91d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396881">With a beam of 10.6-metres and an interior volume of 969 GT, accommodation onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">Just B</a> is arranged for up to 15 guests across eight well-appointed staterooms, including a dedicated owner's deck with a private lounge. Separate quarters are also available for as many as 17 crew members, including her captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396886/image/large-f69d1fd534df6f3612e48c2741210ca6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396886">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Just B59.0m (193'7&quot;)Amels1973">Just B</a> benefits from a modern diesel-electric propulsion system featuring three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> generators and upgraded propulsion motors, delivering a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 13.5 knots. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396871/image/large-5c05621fe7de48e409e1ca224b93c3df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396871">She offers a transoceanic range of up to 11,500 nautical miles, intended to support exploration in remote destinations. Moreover, Quantum XT zero-speed stabilisers enhance comfort underway and at anchor.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396873/image/large-9db6a0acbc5c35f1425a163c003bb22d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396873">Selected images courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a>.

 59m Amels explorer yacht Just B for sale

 The 59-metre Amels explorer yacht Just B is currently for sale with SuperYachtsMonaco.


59m Amels explorer yacht Just B for sale

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6468" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Next Yacht Group (Company)">Next Yacht Group</a> has announced the launch of two new yachts from its facilities in Viareggio, Italy: the second hull of the Maiora 36 Exuma series and the third unit of the flagship AB 130 range, the 39.65-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13524" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Casa Bri Mare39.65m (130'1&quot;)AB Yachts2026">Casa Bri Mare</a>.&nbsp;Designed to meet different owners requirements, the two yachts reflect the Group’s continued focus on Italian design, technological innovation and bespoke craftsmanship. Both yachts are scheduled for delivery to their owners in the summer of 2026. Second Maiora 36 Exuma yacht launchedFollowing in the footsteps of the first hull, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Angiola36.9m (121'1&quot;)Maiora2025">Angiola</a>, which was launched in 2025, the second hull features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2116" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quartostile (Company)">Quartostile</a>, interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Acube Design (Company)">Acube Design</a>, with naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397131/image/large-f98cbfe5aec9f4c990e24ba86195487a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397131" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, the 36.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora Exuma 36/26236.9m (121'1&quot;)Maiora2026">Maiora 36 Exuma</a> has a beam of 7.9-metres and an interior volume of 295 GT. Furthermore, she has draught of just 1.45-metres, which allows her access to shallow bays, harbours and remote cruising grounds. At her upper deck, the alfresco saloon opens via fully retractable aft doors and side windows creating spaces that flow seamlessly into one another.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397125/image/large-b719aa694fc60b6b5bad6d6c0c11c8d3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397125" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">At the bow, her swimming pool is framed by a generous sunbathing area, while a suspended net invites guests to lie back and be gently rocked by the wind and sea. Above, the nest deck offers additional outdoor space creating a more secluded and intimate retreat, for guests seeking moments of privacy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397130/image/large-4ad0e7d9245ffbf7f7cd1f47af553632.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397130">In terms of accommodation, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora Exuma 36/26236.9m (121'1&quot;)Maiora2026">Maiora 36 Exuma</a> yacht can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests across a five stateroom configuration, alongside quarters for a crew of five across three cabins.Performance-wise, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14754" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora Exuma 36/26236.9m (121'1&quot;)Maiora2026">Maiora 36 Exuma</a> yacht is powered by triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, providing her with a top speed of up to 33 knots and a cruising speed of 20 knots. Moreover, these engines are paired with two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7479" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marine Jet Power (Company)">MJP</a> steerable waterjets and a central <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7479" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marine Jet Power (Company)">MJP</a> booster, enabling her top speed while ensuring manoeuvrability and comfort.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397122/image/large-dfbd094e4bb3791fe1f46c02a01b7fdd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397122" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Third AB 130 flagship yacht Casa Bri Mare launched<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6468" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Next Yacht Group (Company)">Next Yacht Group</a> has also launched the third unit in the AB 130 series, the flagship model of the AB Yachts range. The 39.65-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13524" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Casa Bri Mare39.65m (130'1&quot;)AB Yachts2026">Casa Bri Mare</a> represents the latest evolution of the shipyard's sporty DNA, pairing high performance with expanded living spaces and strengthened connection to the sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397132/image/large-1dd7a539e36fecda81953a22b43fb3b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397132">Ahead of her launch, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64285" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="39m in-build AB 130 motor yacht sold (2025-09-19 15:45:00 +0200)">AB 130 was sold</a> while under construction in 2025, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6336" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kitson Yachts (Company)">Kitson Yachts</a> representing the buyer. Exterior design and naval architecture were developed in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AB Yacht (Company)">AB Yachts</a>, part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6468" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Next Yacht Group (Company)">Next Yacht Group</a>.Built with a GRP hull and superstructure, the yacht has a beam of 7.5-metres and a draught of just 1.3-metres, allowing her to access shallow reefs and remote anchorages. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397133/image/large-e092f6fd3e072a21a691d1fee7b6750a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397133">At an interior volume of 220 GT, accommodation is arranged for up to twelve guests across five staterooms, while separate quarters are available for a crew of five across three cabins.One of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13524" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Casa Bri Mare39.65m (130'1&quot;)AB Yachts2026">AB 130</a>'s defining characteristics is its emphasis on indoor-outdoor living, introducing a renewed approach to onboard living with redesigned social spaces intended to strengthen the relationship between guests and the surrounding seascape.Sliding glass doors allow the saloon to merge with the exterior decks, creating a 100-square-metre social space centred around a flexible pool that can be uncovered as required. Large windows throughout the saloon maximise natural light and strengthen the connection with the sea. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397134/image/large-083b42c80083dd9be78bc53b5969ba1a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397134">At the stern, folding aft wings expand the beach club area into a spacious waterside platform, encouraging more moments for socialising and relaxing. Additional amenities include a spacious &nbsp;bow lounge where guests can unwind, while her sundeck is fitted with an open-air cinema for where guests can curl up to watch a good film beneath the stars.In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13524" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Casa Bri Mare39.65m (130'1&quot;)AB Yachts2026">AB 130 yacht</a> is powered by triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines paired, propelling her to a top speed of 41 knots. Furthermore, she is equipped with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7479" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marine Jet Power (Company)">MJP</a> steerable water jets and a central <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7479" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marine Jet Power (Company)">MJP</a> booster, enabling her to reach her top speed while maintaining comfort and manoeuvrability.&nbsp;

AB130 Casa Bri Mare and second Maiora 36 Exuma yachts launched

Next Yacht Group announce the launch of the second Maiora 36 Exuma and the third AB 130, with both yachts scheduled for delivery in summer 2026.

Flagship AB130 Casa Bri Mare and second Maiora 36 Exuma yachts launched

The 36.7-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/1475" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumir36.9m (121'1&quot;)Heesen Yachts2005">Lumir</a> is on the market, with Chris Santon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>. Delivered in 2005, the flybridge <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" target="_blank">yacht for sale</a> was previously named Man of Steel.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397135/image/large-c40da9f0a30c651a9d212307b771ad11.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397135"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1475" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumir36.9m (121'1&quot;)Heesen Yachts2005">Lumir</a> features naval architecture and exterior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>, with interiors 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>. In 2013, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/of-type=motor" target="_blank">motor yacht for sale</a> benefitted from an extensive refit, followed by a series of major upgrades and works carried out under her current ownership between 2022 and 2026.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397137/image/large-e34aff597cde0422927d8c39277e318f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397137"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397139/image/large-d366b191574639be47cc047e089ccd54.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397139">A bright, contemporary aesthetic defines the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/lumir" target="_blank">yacht Lumir for sale’s</a> interiors. Her main saloon is fitted with a striking blue couch, a distinctive back-lit poker table, and a formal dining table for eight forward. Measuring 245 GT, she can accommodate up to 10 guests across four elegant staterooms, with a layout comprising a full-beam master suite and two VIP suites.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397140/image/large-4b192a7a2940244166cf5e7bb8a8f4aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397140"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397141/image/large-7a37b0628408c18b88e1b0b4b77995b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397141">Moving outside, the blue stripe nautical aesthetic continues throughout the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/built-by=heesen" target="_blank">Heesen yacht for sale’s</a> exterior. On the flybridge, guests can enjoy the Jacuzzi, drinks at the bar, and ample lounging space.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397147/image/large-8559604dbd403748dbfc3697aa760565.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397147"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397145/image/large-674858a5541b2e3bc0aefaa4eafd0f81.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397145"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1475" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lumir36.9m (121'1&quot;)Heesen Yachts2005">Lumir</a> is fitted with zero-speed stabilisers and powered by twin 3,650 horsepower&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, affording her a cruising speed of 26 knots and a top speed of 31 knots. She is currently located on the Gold Coast, Australia, and is available for viewings.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397146/image/large-44d78d90d537fa4288152a201062dc9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397146">

Heesen yacht Lumir for sale

The 36.7-metre Heesen motor yacht Lumir is on the market.


37m Heesen motor yacht Lumir for sale

The 36.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/599" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Couach Yachts (Company)">Couach</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arion36.8m (120'9&quot;)Couach Yachts2011">Arion</a> has been sold, with Hans van Doornmalen of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a> introducing the buyer and Arvid Ljungberg 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> representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/368920/image/large-2ef940ac6357323cb2309f03f82b177e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/368920">Delivered in 2011, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arion36.8m (120'9&quot;)Couach Yachts2011">Arion</a> features exterior design and naval architecture from her builder’s in-house team, while her interior was 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>. She benefitted from a comprehensive refit in 2023 and 2025 which included a full paint job, all-new interior furnishings and upholstery, new teak decks, Starlink Maritime installation and brand-new generators.Distinguished by palettes of cherry and wenge woods all over her interiors, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arion36.8m (120'9&quot;)Couach Yachts2011">Arion</a> can sleep nine guests across four staterooms. Moving outside, guests can dine alfresco on her aft deck or lounge on the sunbeds in the foredeck.In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/599" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Couach Yachts (Company)">Couach</a> yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, providing her a cruising speed of 22 knots and a top speed of 26 knots.Photo courtesy of <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/northrop-and-johnson" target="_blank">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>.

Couach yacht Arion sold

 The 36.8-metre Couach motor yacht Arion has been sold.


37m Couach motor yacht Arion sold

The 28.25-metre Mangusta motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4700" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Houdini28.25m (92'8&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2007">Houdini</a> has been sold, with José Arana Jr. of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4667" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="1 Ocean Yachts (Company)">1 Ocean Yachts</a> representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247715/image/large-94eb9e7d9ce6564c9fd1fd500eaf1c5d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247715"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4700" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Houdini28.25m (92'8&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2007">Houdini</a> features naval architecture penned in-house by her builder, with exterior design 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>. She can accommodate up to eight guests across four well-appointed staterooms at a volume of 112 GT.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mangusta Yachts (Company)">Mangusta</a> 92 yacht’s interior design showcases a bright atmosphere. Meanwhile, her exterior areas offer plenty of options for relaxation and entertainment.In terms of propulsion system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4700" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Houdini28.25m (92'8&quot;)Mangusta Yachts2007">Houdini</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 25 knots and a top speed of 41 knots.Photo courtesy of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4667" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="1 Ocean Yachts (Company)">1 Ocean Yachts</a>.

Mangusta motor yacht Houdini sold

The 28.25-metre Mangusta motor yacht Houdini has been sold, with José Arana Jr. of 1 Ocean Yachts.

28m Mangusta motor yacht Houdini sold

The 72-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/928" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dunya Yachts (Company)">Dunya</a>-built superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> sold at auction in Gibraltar for $37,500,000.&nbsp;In total there were 63 bids placed for the seized Russian-owned superyacht, and the leading bidders were subject to KYC (Know Your Customer) checks, which took just under a month to complete. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/121702/image/large-9b1132c8434f802b9e500ba729af0745.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121702">According to an official report by the Office of the Admiralty Marshal, first published by the British news outlet The Guardian;“The Admiralty Marshal has today sold the MY <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> following payment into court of $37.5m by the successful bidder,” the court said in a statement on Tuesday. “The bid was selected after completion of an enhanced due diligence process, but the Admiralty Marshal will not be disclosing the identity of the buyer.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> was delivered in 2013 and features an exterior design by Sterling / Scott and interior by Alberto Pinto. She is the second largest yacht built by the Turkish shipyard, offering 1,620 GT of interior volume and accommodation for 12 guests and 20 crew.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/64466/image/large-b232b549fba084189c1e377a9fbadd7b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/64466"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/64463/image/large-da1843304683efce7f66b9b236c75b07.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/64463">Her condition is unknown and she was sold during an “as is, where is” auction handled by Howe Robinson for JPMorgan Chase. Nigel Hollyer, Partner at Howe Robinson Partners, explained previously that “any surplus after JP Morgan’s mortgage has been paid off and the cost of arrest will go into an account at the Supreme Court of Gibraltar, and frozen until the sanctions are sorted.”(Update 23-08-22 13:42) Bidding has closed for the 72m superyacht&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/121700/image/large-3c08446e9d3f6d4e8b1dd9871aa86a8d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121700">After much controversy, the 72-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> went under the hammer in Gibraltar this morning. Bidding closed at 12:00 CET and after a quick call with Nigel Hollyer, Partner at Howe Robinson Partners, it’s clear there was great enthusiasm and interest about her sale, as “the bids were mounting up”. &nbsp;Hollyer confirmed that a decision will not be made today – and perhaps not until next week – about who the successful bidder is. “We may well find the right buyer amongst the paperwork but we have to sort out due diligence documents and KYC (Know Your Customer) documents first, so I don’t think there’ll be any positive results until the end of this week. Maybe not even till the beginning of next week.” &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/121704/image/large-f21b3076df9c1a3233bb58117df16d46.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121704">A contentious issue was whether Americans would be barred from the auction house, as not only is the owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> on the U.S. sanction list, but so also is the yacht herself. However, “recently the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) granted a license to JP Morgan that facilitated the Americans being able to bid and pay with U.S. dollars,” if they so wished, as Hollyer explained. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/64466/image/large-b232b549fba084189c1e377a9fbadd7b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/64466">“Any surplus after JP Morgan’s mortgage has been paid off and the cost of arrest will go into an account at the Supreme Court of Gibraltar, and frozen until the sanctions are sorted. It’s not going to Ukraine because the law doesn’t allow it. It is going to be put into an account and frozen.” &nbsp;(Update 29-07-22 15:45) 72m superyacht&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a>&nbsp;will be first seized Russian-owned yacht put up for auction)<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208351/image/large-d69d39e91f126652ca30efd2d06f60c6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208351">It has been reported that the 72-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> will be the first seized Russian superyacht to go to auction to repay the debts of her owner. The auction is set to take place on 23 August 2022, with there being no set reserve price.The Supreme Court in Gibraltar has ordered that the Admiralty Marshall should proceed with the judicial auction despite the lack of communication from other regulatory bodies. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> will be sold by the Admiralty Court in Gibraltar under an ‘as is, where is’ private auction. Allegedly the Admiralty Marshall’s standing broker is the privately owned London-based company, Howe Robinson.The auction will take place over just one day and a website with more details and an online bidding platform is expected soon.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/215120/image/large-a05c8ab3776ef2849a099650b26dac51.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/215120">(01-07-22 16:00) &nbsp;Sale of seized Russian-owned superyacht Axioma mandated)It has been widely reported that the sale of the seized 72-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> has been mandated by the Supreme Court in Gibraltar. The superyacht is allegedly owned by Dmitry Pumpyansky, a Russian billionaire on the sanction list, and a shareholder of the Pyrene Investments. It is Pumpyansky's involvement with Pyrene Investments that has resulted in this mandate. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/205414/image/large-41db81b83d07fd6570ab426267a5c782.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/205414">Pyrene Investments took out a $22 million loan with JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co., a major American financier and investment banker, however, Pumpyansky’s involvement with Pyrene Investments breaches the loan agreement. Pyrene Investments is owned by Furdberg Holding of Cyprus and, at the time of the loan agreement, Pumpyansky was the sole shareholder. As Pumpyansky was on the sanction list his assets were frozen and it was illegal for the bank to accept any repayments from him. With his superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> seized in Gibraltar, JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. pursued an opportunity to see a return on their investment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232939/image/large-5daa02b84b110cba3f5b83282d42fa08.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232939">"JPMorgan is acting pursuant to its mortgage rights," a spokesperson for the Gibraltar government reported to Business Insider. "Her Majesty's Government of Gibraltar is exercising rights to enforce freezing sanctions also." Business Insider also wrote that on the day of seizure, Gibraltar’s government stated that the superyacht was “confirmed to be the subject of arrest action by a leading international bank in the Supreme Court of Gibraltar.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48525/image/large-646f670a91fe18a139b09d64b3607be8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48525"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> is a relatively new superyacht, as she was launched only nine years ago. She was built in Istanbul, Turkey by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/928" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dunya Yachts (Company)">Dunya Yachts</a> and is the shipbuilder’s flagship superyacht. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> was custom-built and is believed to have had only one owner. Her exterior design was commissioned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1340" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sterling / Scott (Company)">Sterling / Scott</a> and her interior by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/19" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberto Pinto (Company)">Alberto Pinto</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/121706/image/large-c2acb8f9d84d72b04c3c986fc02192c0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121706">With 1,620 GT and six staterooms, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> can accommodate as many as 12 guests. The superyacht also carries 20 crew members. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> is brimming with amenities, including a large pool on her aft deck and a screening room on the lower deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/121701/image/large-5ad829ebdde6aa3c3b17e7164f51ff81.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121701">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55437" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seized Russian-owned 106m superyacht Amadea arrives in San Diego (2022-06-28 16:45:00 +0200)">Seized Russian-owned 106m superyacht Amadea arrives in San Diego</a>As it stands <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2390" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axioma72.0m (236'3&quot;)Dunya Yachts2013">Axioma</a> is not the only seized Russian–owned superyacht that could be soon under the hammer. The 106.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>-built superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> arrived in San Diego earlier this week, flying a U.S. flag.&nbsp;

superyacht Axioma auction

The 72m superyacht Axioma sold at auction in Gibraltar for $37m.

Update: Seized Russian superyacht Axioma sold at auction for $37.5m

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a> has announced plans to expand into the Middle East with a new shipyard in Ras Al-Khaimah, the United Arab Emirates. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224740/image/large-29239dd899515f0f9617f62ec248f87c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224740">This is the first time the Polish shipyard has set up shop overseas, and the yard has said the decision comes from a “rising demand from the Middle East, Asia and Australia” for its catamarans.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a> currently operates two construction sites in Poland, and this facility in Ras Al-Khaimah is said to be “state-of-the-art”. The acquired land spans 65,000 square-metres, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a> will start building its first 13,000 square-metre construction shed in the coming weeks.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef unveils the 100 Sunreef Power Eco (2022-06-02 12:15:00 +0200)">Sunreef unveils the 100 Sunreef Power Eco</a>The new facilities will initially employ around 50 people, all of whom will focus their efforts on building the brand’s luxury, custom-made catamarans. Within three years, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a> expects to have up to 800 staff working at the site.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224734/image/large-7827ed997c7cce6cff506605513ebb5f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224734">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55442" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts expands the Sunreef Explorer Line (2022-06-29 10:15:00 +0200)">Sunreef Yachts expands the Sunreef Explorer Line</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> Ras Al-Khaimah will begin production in September 2023.&nbsp;

Sunreef Yachts expands into Middle East

Sunreef Yachts has announced plans to expand into the Middle East with a new shipyard in Ras Al-Khaimah, the United Arab Emirates. 

Sunreef Yachts expands into Middle East with new shipyard in Ras Al-Khaimah

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Azimut|Benetti Group</a> reports outstanding financial health and an order book at an all-time high. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Group</a> has secured orders exceeding €2.5 billion – which covers its production for the next three years. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/52034/image/large-380713299284a94be64c899a300934fe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/52034">As we edge into the third quarter of the year, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Azimut|Benetti</a> reports that the value of its production for 2021/2022 has reached the €1 billion mark, a 19 percent increase on the previous year. Global orders for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Azimut|Benetti</a> are well spread: 32 percent in Europe, 38 percent in the Americas, 16 percent in APAX and 14 percent in MEA.&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Group</a> reports that these results are “synonymous with long-term economic and design solidity, consolidate <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Azimut|Benetti</a>’s position as the world’s leading private <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Group</a> in the luxury yacht industry highlights its ability to anticipate trends and interpret the wishes of both existing owners and new customers.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/52044/image/large-b5b46566cccadedd714e7c37e059e8f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/52044">“As a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Group</a>, we have always made the effort to spark the interest of new customers who have little or no connection with boating, and we can report some excellent results over the years,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Azimut|Benetti Group</a> CEO Marco Valle, “but the significant change in habits and lifestyles recently seen at global level has definitely contributed to today’s results. We have been successful at foreseeing this change and at interpreting what new customers want, and we hope to continue on this course.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/56100/image/large-0f1aec30d0e4e5d9b318b75b8f0c955c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/56100"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Azimut|Benetti</a> has pledged to invest €130 million over the next four years on sustainability. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Group</a> will focus this investment on the “reduction of energy consumption through conversion to photovoltaic and geothermal technology, the development of production sites, the digitalisation of industrial processes, personnel training and a general improvement in workers’ living conditions.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233434/image/large-ab78624ea832f63c94b93d4358c8f1d5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233434">Off the back of this, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Group</a> is developing a new range of yachts, called <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> Seadecks, which will use an integrated approach to tackle environmental issues – a first for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Group</a>. This new range of yachts will start from a 15.24-metre, with larger models to follow. Further announcements about this range will be made at the Düsseldorf Boat Show 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233098/image/large-f606e730282919709787cfebb13d0acc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233098">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55475" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Introducing Goga: The first Benetti B.Yond 37M yacht launched (2022-07-05 10:15:00 +0200)">Introducing Goga: The first Benetti B.Yond 37M yacht launched</a>Another interesting discovery from the report is that the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut-Benetti Group (Company)">Group</a> has been “rewarded by the acquisition of younger new customers taking their first steps in the yachting world.” This new-generation customer base has an average age of 55 for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> is piquing the interest of those with an average age of 45.

Azimut | Benetti reports strong financial health 

Azimut | Benetti reports outstanding financial health and an order book at an all-time high.

Azimut | Benetti reports strong financial health and a record-breaking order book of €2.5b 

Cryptocurrencies have become even more present in the yachting world, with a number of leading brokerage houses accepting these types of payments to buy and charter yachts. While the uptake has been gradual, the recent surge highlights that this hesitancy hasn’t come from resistance. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208212/image/large-391ca1c70a6822b2c89fe2ca519bf6b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208212">Even amidst the great crypto crash, many brokerage firms are adding these payment types to their portfolios – this trend highlights an expectation that crypto will bounce back. The most recent being the Monaco-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>, which, like many others, has partnered up with the global bitcoin service provider BitPay. BitPay enables instantaneous borderless payments with many leading cryptocoins. The blockchain payment processing that it employs is said to “eliminate transaction fraud”.Darrell Hall, Founding Partner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>, spoke out about this partnership: “As a leading yacht brokerage, we are always looking at innovative solutions to enhance our customers’ experience. Our job as a luxury yacht brokerage is to make chartering, selling, or acquiring a yacht as flawless as possible. Our partnership with BitPay is another way we make it as easy as possible for our customers.”&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>, a brokerage house synonymous with tradition, made the plunge early last month. The move is a strategic one for the 240-year-old company, as it’s looking to attract new clientele by tapping into the “massive crypto marketplace”. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208208/image/large-f4020197b94aa67adf3951f1a4742d12.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208208"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">“Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> realises the potential for crypto to transform the yachting industry, making payments faster, more secure, and less expensive on a global scale,” said Merrick Theobald, Vice President of Marketing at BitPay. “With the total market cap of crypto approaching $2 trillion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> is also now well-positioned to take advantage of this wealth by helping those crypto holders who are looking to purchase luxury items like yacht sales and yacht charters.”&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54180" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Crypto-mania: Superyacht Vianne offered in Crypto and NFTs (2021-11-30 12:30:00 +0100)">Crypto-mania: Superyacht Vianne offered in Crypto and NFTs</a>The US-based brokerage firm <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> was the first to test the waters, pioneering cryptocurrencies as a payment method in 2014. I spoke with Bob Denison last November and he shared that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison</a> has sold 17 yachts through bitcoin, and is expected to round the figure to 20 sales by the end of 2021. Rather than just accepting wallet-to-wallet payments as most brokerage houses do now, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison</a> also has eight bitcoin miners in-house. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/210670/image/large-a4ecddde47d5c68d605bd010a4321db8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/210670">“We need to be present and available to all potential clients in all marketplaces, and if a client wants to pay with Bitcoin, we are positioned to handle the transaction,” Bob Denison said.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54008" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht brokerage & bitcoin: Is the trend here to stay? (2021-11-03 16:45:00 +0100)">Superyacht brokerage &amp; bitcoin: Is the trend here to stay?</a>Another firm that recently raised the crypto flag is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a>. BitPay has once again been the choice partnership, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a> has capitalised on this venture by selling 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> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4627" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oryx40.2m (131'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Oryx</a> using BitPay.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54551" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="40m Benetti Oryx sold for €9.9m with cryptocurrency (2022-02-07 12:45:00 +0100)">40m Benetti Oryx sold for €9.9m with cryptocurrency</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/191625/image/large-a0fa175d2911c86c56888bca91d42424.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/191625">At the time of her sale, Juan Andrade, Broker at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a> commented, “The ability to accept cryptocurrency enables <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a> to attract new customers and sales by tapping the massive crypto marketplace. BitPay manages the entire process and makes it easy to receive crypto from the customer and adapt their approach to each client’s personal situation.”Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="72m superyacht Azteca, listed for sale in cryptocurrency, has been sold (2021-11-16 15:30:00 +0100)">72m superyacht Azteca, listed for sale in cryptocurrency, has been sold</a>What makes the crypto market so interesting is not its volatility – which is undoubtedly making many sweat profusely at the moment &nbsp;– but how it’s created a great deal of “new money”. This is interesting for our industry as this is a new demographic with money to spend and, as this swathe of partnerships with BitPay attests, has an interest in yachting. It’s too early to tell whether we'll see a major impact like we did around the turn of the millennium and the great US tech boom. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> subtly paid tribute to this great age as they announced its partnership with BitPay; heading its statement with a photograph of one of the legends from that age: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>’s 126m superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a>, which was formerly owned by the late Microsoft co-owner, Paul Allen. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224946/image/large-2fbf251fbfdd0a35dc3ee70a043bb663.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224946">The crypto market is yet to filter to new-builds like the first tech boom did. I spoke with Albert Hakvoort of <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> last week to check whether this demographic has started placing orders for full-custom yachts yet. “Not yet,” Hakvoort said. “In a few years once they become a little more experienced they may start looking to develop a custom yacht.”&nbsp;

 yacht brokers selling superyachts through BitPay

Even amidst the great crypto crash, many brokerage firms are adding these payment types to their portfolios. 

More brokers accept BitPay amid crypto market uncertainty

The Dutch yacht building company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer Yachts</a> has announced their takeover of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zaadnoordijk Yachtbuilders (Company)">Zaadnoordijk Yachtbuilders</a>. The two companies have previously worked together, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zaadnoordijk Yachtbuilders (Company)">Zaadnoordijk Yachtbuilders</a> supporting <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer Yachts</a> in various areas, with hull construction, and the launch of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer</a> 37, 38, 38S and 55. This strategic acquisition will give both Dutch companies the opportunity to guarantee continuity.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233566/image/large-f9cb842c85f64c2f0fa34f8760b59981.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233566">Jan Muller, owner and director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zaadnoordijk Yachtbuilders (Company)">Zaadnoordijk Yachtbuilders</a> said: “Twenty years ago I started working with Dorus Wajer. It is great that both companies have undergone a wonderful development and are now continuing under one flag.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer Yachts</a> has recently experienced strong growth, with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer</a> 77 being produced at the yard in Lemmer and the 55 line being built at the yard in Heeg. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zaadnoordijk Yachtbuilders (Company)">Zaadnoordijk Yachtbuilders</a> brings over 70 years of yacht building experience to the table, and will see the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer</a> 38 series production continuing at Zaadnoordijk in Heerenveen.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/197788/image/large-9be630cca7c2def67a8ccef6d09d8dae.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/197788">Dries Wajer, director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer Yachts</a> added: “Jan Muller and his team have always been a great partner to us. The history we share creates a lot of trust, we are happy that we can join forces and continue in this way.”

Dutch yacht builder Wajer Yachts takes over Zaadnoordijk Yachtbuilders

The Dutch yacht building company Wajer Yachts has announced their takeover of Zaadnoordijk Yachtbuilders.

It has just been announced that a new-build 80m <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> superyacht Project Bullseye, Hull 798, has been sold. The new-build five deck yacht will also be exclusively designed by London-based studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233567/image/large-da629ea62c4a1ed3d31d530d6a5806a6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233567"><span style='box-sizing: inherit; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); float: none; display: inline !important;'>“We prevailed in a highly demanded market. Being a German yard that is striving to deliver the latest technology, highest quality combined with our ability to fulfil the owner’s unique vision made us win this contract”, said Philipp Maracke, CEO of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" style='box-sizing: inherit; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 52, 94); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; user-select: auto; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;' target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a><span style='box-sizing: inherit; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); float: none; display: inline !important;'>.Together with the owner, Chris Cecil-Wright of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecil Wright & Partners (Company)">Cecil Wright &amp; Partners</a> brokerage and Henry Smith, Director of the Monaco Office of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecil Wright & Partners (Company)">Cecil Wright</a>, selected the internationally renowned superyacht shipyard in Rensburg, who specialises in large entirely custom-built superyachts. The choice was coupled with the shipyards drive towards sustainability with recent builds such as the eco-friendly hybrid yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6282" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Artefact80.0m (262'6&quot;)Nobiskrug2020">Artefact</a>.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Video: Step onboard Nobiskrug's 80m superyacht Artefact (2021-11-15 10:00:00 +0100)">Video: Step onboard Nobiskrug's 80m superyacht Artefact<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/81639/image/large-098bdd10f3c1fd030f7d764b3946560d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/81639"></a>Chris Cecil-Wright commented: “We see this build as the beginning of a long-term partnership with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> and it further cements our industry standing as experts in Northern European yacht building. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> is known for pushing the boundaries in design and construction techniques along with a bespoke approach. Every superyacht built under their name embodies the unique vision of the owner combined with innovative ideas and advanced technology.”<span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>The 80-metre superyacht will be exclusively designed by&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" style='box-sizing: inherit; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 52, 94); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; user-select: auto; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;' target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>&nbsp;who specialise in bespoke superyacht design. Liz Cox who heads the&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2989" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" style='box-sizing: inherit; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 52, 94); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; user-select: auto; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;' target="_blank" title="Cecil Wright & Partners (Company)">Cecil Wright</a><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>&nbsp;build team will be working with Winch Design who have previously worked on builds such as<span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/125" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" style='box-sizing: inherit; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 52, 94); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; user-select: auto; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;' target="_blank" title="Slipstream60.0m (196'10&quot;)CMN Yacht Division2009">Slipstream</a><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>. Once again&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" style='box-sizing: inherit; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 52, 94); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; user-select: auto; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;' target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>&nbsp;will together with&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" style='box-sizing: inherit; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 52, 94); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; user-select: auto; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;' target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>&nbsp;tailor the owner’s wishes and high expectations into a unique masterpiece. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/120575/image/large-24761c6604ce096b3d5bdc63b7642365.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/120575"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>Jim Dixon, Creative Director at&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" style='box-sizing: inherit; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 52, 94); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; user-select: auto; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;' target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>&nbsp;commented: “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" style='box-sizing: inherit; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 52, 94); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; user-select: auto; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;' target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>&nbsp;is delighted to be continuing its long-standing partnerships with both&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2989" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" style='box-sizing: inherit; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 52, 94); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; user-select: auto; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;' target="_blank" title="Cecil Wright & Partners (Company)">Cecil Wright</a><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" style='box-sizing: inherit; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 52, 94); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; user-select: auto; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;' target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;'>, to create and deliver another incredibly exciting superyacht. The project will be unique and tailored to the owner’s very high expectations of relaxed waterside living and lifestyle features”.The naval architecture for the yacht, Project Bullseye&nbsp;will be done by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a>’s highly skilled workforce to ensure the highest quality standards as well as comfort levels in noise and vibration. The in-house team will work to ensure the hull is perfectly optimised in terms of seakeeping and propulsion efficiency.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208162/image/large-dfcaa5f2498b70d5c4ec6bdca05f8c38.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208162">Lars Windhorst, Owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> said of the contract: “We are excited to be working &nbsp;with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecil Wright & Partners (Company)">Cecil Wright</a>, who, like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a>, operate at the very top end of the superyacht &nbsp;industry. We have been impressed by the value that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecil Wright & Partners (Company)">Cecil Wright</a> have brought to the &nbsp;process and hope that today’s signing is the start of a long and mutually beneficial &nbsp;relationship.”The superyacht is due for delivery in 2025.

Nobiskrug 80m superyacht Project Bullseye unveiled

Ceil Wright brokerage has announced the signing of a new contract for an 80-metre superyacht with world renowned German shipbuilder Nobiskrug.

Sale of new 80m Nobiskrug superyacht Project Bullseye announced

The Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA Yachts</a>, a brand of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a>, has announced the sale of a custom 80-metre superyacht project designed 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>. The yacht will be constructed at the Ancona shipyard and will be scheduled for delivery in 2026. The client was introduced by Nicholas Hidiroglou of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2725" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Parsifal Yachting S.A. (Company)">Parsifal Yachting</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234562/image/large-744fcaf87db1e5ea57a8ef871a25a1a9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234562"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a> will pen the yachts naval engineering in joint collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec S.r.l. (Company)">Hydrotec</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Øino</a> commented, “We are delighted to be working with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> on this exciting project. Owners are experienced and have a keen eye for aesthetics and a background in naval architecture. We can't wait to see the final result of this mix of skills and professionalism that will materialise over the next few years.”"An avant-garde, fully custom project, which consolidates our company’s presence in the international superyacht panorama. A new collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a>, an undisputed professional in the sector, whose creativity I have always appreciated”, comments Giuseppe Palumbo, Sole Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a> currently has 14 other yachts from 24-80 metres under construction&nbsp;

ISA Yachts sells 80m custom superyacht

ISA Yachts has just announced the sale of an 80m custom superyacht with Espen Øino.

ISA Yachts announces sale of 80m custom superyacht by Espen Øino

The 29.2-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4993" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="In Too Deep 29.2m (95'10&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2013">In Too Deep</a> by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a> has run aground east of Mattituck, Long Island, New York. According to reports, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4993" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="In Too Deep 29.2m (95'10&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2013">In Too Deep</a> “drove bow first into the beach at 6.8 knots”.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233157/image/large-3ab447f46a6d1976fcf163943ccc292f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233157"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4993" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="In Too Deep 29.2m (95'10&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2013">In Too Deep</a> is said to have been stranded for several hours, waiting for high tide and relief from two boats. The Southold Town police reported that the rescuers were vessels from Orient-based Douglas Marine.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a> delivered <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4993" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="In Too Deep 29.2m (95'10&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2013">In Too Deep</a> in 2013, and she features an exterior and interior design penned 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>. The motor yacht recently completed a refit late last year, which was conducted at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2067" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lauderdale Marine Center (Company)">Lauderdale Marine Center</a>.&nbsp;The extent of the damage caused from running aground is unknown, but the local police force did confirm that there were no injuries. As The Suffolk Times reported, “The crews from Douglass Marine stayed with the 2013 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> yacht from 2 p.m. until it was freed at 9:20 p.m. The yacht then made it back to Strong’s Marine in Mattituck to dock.”

Ferretti Yachts 29m In Too Deep run aground

The 29m motor yacht In Too Deep by Ferretti Yachts has run aground east of Mattituck, Long Island, New York.

Ferretti Yachts 29m In Too Deep run aground in New York 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen Yachts</a>' 107-metre superyacht Icecap has been seen for the first time after her wrapping was removed earlier this week. She is being constructed at the Peene-Werft shipyard in Wolgast, Germany, which belongs to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>'s naval division NVL Group, and has been kept tightly under wraps until now.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234615/image/large-4e59198fa32e3f55fa1bf413008dd0e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234615">The superyacht is expected to offer close to 6,000 GT of interior volume. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4827" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salt Ship Design (Company)">Salt Ship Design</a> was the studio behind her exterior lines and naval architecture. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234614/image/large-a90f41b5620adb6cf1aed0c2ff8d7ede.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234614">The superyacht Icecap has been constructed with a steel hull and an aluminium superstructure. She is expected to be equipped with three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1438" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wärtsilä (Company)">Wärtsilä</a> engines. Once completed, Icecap will be amongst the world’s top-100 largest superyachts.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/49236" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Owner Insight: The next stage of the Northern Star journey (2018-11-08 09:30:00 +0100)">Owner Insight: The next stage of the Northern Star journey</a>The project was sold in March 2018 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a>. At the time of her sale, the US-based brokerage house announced that "this superb ship will feature state-of-the-art energy saving, power storage, heating and cooling, and will be powered by a diesel-electric propulsion package making her one of the most advanced motor yachts ever to be built."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/53700/image/large-c343269326949860e193720a086e15fd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53700"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/45307/image/large-81a5beade0a4b025a64087f9a6883e94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/45307">Icecap has an expected 2023 delivery date.If anyone has any photographs of&nbsp;Icecap&nbsp;that they'd like to share with SuperYacht Times, please email them to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:news@superyachttimes.com" title="">news@superyachttimes.com</a>.

Lürssen’s 107m superyacht Icecap in Germany 

Lürssen’s 107m superyacht Icecap has been revealed for the first time as the German shipyard has moved its explorer to the next phase of construction.

First look: Lürssen’s secretive 107m superyacht Icecap in Germany 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4490" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AES Yacht (Company)">AES Yacht</a> has given a construction update on three yachts currently under construction with the Turkish shipyard. The largest is the 68-metre superyacht Days, followed by the 34.61-metre NB066 and the 26-metre NB067.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235249/image/large-ce2217baebb0d59ea13f5ee23f0b119a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235249">All three yachts feature interior design by Milan-based design house <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a>. The yacht Days sees her exterior also penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a>, while her naval architecture comes from the boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endaze Marine Engineering (Company)">Endaze Marine Engineering</a>. She is under construction in cooperation with ICE Yachts , CCN Group.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/45781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Exclusive: AES Yacht’s 66m superyacht project DAYS (2016-04-18 09:40:00 +0200)">Exclusive: AES Yacht’s 66m superyacht project DAYS<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/190072/image/large-6c9948aa99f501ef1af51cabde7b6a37.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/190072"></a>The NB066 yacht sees her exterior also designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a> and her naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unique Yacht Design (Company)">Unique Yacht Design</a>. The smaller NB067 yacht features exterior design by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4490" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AES Yacht (Company)">AES Yacht</a>, with naval architecture and engineering from a collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4490" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AES Yacht (Company)">AES Yacht</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endaze Marine Engineering (Company)">Endaze Marine Engineering</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235100/image/large-aaab3024fc99d9448b5b3ff99bedf03a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235100">The NB066 yacht is already in the outfitting stage of her construction with her steel and aluminum hull already completed. The 290 GT yacht is able to sleep up to 12 guests across five staterooms, with her owner’s suite located on the main deck and two VIP and two guest staterooms situated on the lower deck. She is also able to accommodate a crew of seven with three crew cabins on the lower deck and a captain’s cabin on the wheelhouse deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235101/image/large-26df4ae5b4a561152a4720dba3960cc9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235101">The NB067 yacht is at the engineering stage with the first cutting planned in the beginning of September 2022. She is able to host up to eight guests across four staterooms comprising one owner's suite and three guest staterooms. She is also able to carry a crew of four across two crew cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235117/image/large-da6adeb6d4b3393c5e07fa5e431d43db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235117">In terms of performance, the NB066 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> diesel engines that will propel her to an estimated top speed of 14 knots, a cruising speed of 10 knots and a range of 3,800 nautical miles. Her sister, the NB067 yacht, is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cummins Inc. (Company)">Cummins</a> engines that will provide her with a top speed of 11 knots, a cruising speed of 8 knots and a range of 6,000 nautical miles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235160/image/large-71e6ced38ffac423142b1104cfb30af0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235160">The NB066 yacht has an estimated delivery date of May 2023, while the NB067 yacht is scheduled to be delivered in May 2024.

Construction update: Three yachts in-build at AES Yacht

AES Yacht has given a construction update on three new yachts currently under construction with the shipyard.

The 62-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6792" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nebula Yacht (Company)">Nebula Yacht</a> motor yacht SPM 200 has entered the next stage of her construction process at the shipyard in Antalya, Turkey. The superyacht is currently being built on an inherited hull, previously known as N561 Lion Spirit, with new features being added to extend her appeal.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233342/image/large-0825081dde9bbe6c15a524c779aadc4d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233342">The superyacht SPM 200 features an 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 Design</a> with an interior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/56" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reymond Langton Design Ltd. (Company)">Reymond Langton Interiors</a>. The first renderings show a modern and open-plan design with floor-to-ceiling windows to allow for plenty of natural light.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233894/image/large-91252725fd2d46be0f7cb817dbd274f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233894"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233917/image/large-c796de84a47444cca54a1ba04be2cb39.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233917"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233916/image/large-c303223c4c7cba92a1a8f73f4fe3fcd9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233916">According to the yacht management firm <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6793" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sailing Plus (Company)">Sailing Plus</a>, SPM 200 is currently in the outfitting and interior decorating stage of her construction. The work on the yacht has included lengthening the hull from 57-metres to 62-metres and installing a helipad on her foredeck. As well as this, her lounge room has been replaced with a new stateroom. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233901/image/large-becc562f8af20f3da42363bd4c49d6b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233901"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233896/image/large-7600f94d56f9ee0ad9762c9d5bf725a2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233896"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233884/image/large-2586fdea15de5f4db7acd1a25cf7a127.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233884">The yacht SPM 200 is able to accommodate up to ten guests across five well-appointed staterooms with her owner’s suite located on the sundeck with a walk-in wardrobe. The owner’s office offers a retreat for those looking to work at sea, with unique features such as an option for leather flooring. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233903/image/large-9506f7ebc3252b4554e49ec69fa00d24.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233903"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233908/image/large-257f03431c271c6717736318d4e8edcb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233908">Her remaining guest accommodations include port and starboard VIP staterooms on the main deck as well as a double stateroom and a twin.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233887/image/large-1db6af46f8c1adf3fe94182430d66ef8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233887"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233889/image/large-80e6d4386cdbfbf02b3a49664569c251.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233889">SPM 200 boasts four decks with a spacious upper deck offering seating areas both forward and aft. Her main deck includes a folding balcony and terrace on either side of her saloon, with a large beach club which hosts her swimming pool and swim platform. The yacht SPM 200 also has a glass elevator to her sundeck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233906/image/large-7fa545aedf2f94a14ac146a171eb9902.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233906"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233893/image/large-3d34cb0290a260505d2bc4c6a2fe0d8f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233893">The superyacht&nbsp;SPM 200 is currently for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6793" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sailing Plus (Company)">Sailing Plus</a> with an expected delivery date of September 2023.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233363/image/large-b2c239d4010e1de37ea6992c81190d68.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233363">

62m Nebula Yacht superyacht SPM 200 construction update

The 62m Nebula Yacht motor yacht SPM 200 has entered the next stage of her construction process at the shipyard in Antalya, Turkey.

Construction Update: Nebula Yachts’ 62m superyacht SPM 200 

The first 52.5-metre Alia Sea Club superyacht from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alia Yachts (Company)">Alia Yachts</a> has now been sold, the yacht is already in-build and is due for delivery in 2023. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233850/image/large-96333db4e354bf25df93543b0c5cef8a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233850">The 499 GT superyacht features an 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> and features a simple yet sleek exterior design, nearly vertical bow and flexible general arrangement. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233854/image/large-d2d1d0614b4481e1aec76cfc71b85c7e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233854"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233851/image/large-05eec98ba8e1797919189c8e7430dca3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233851">The steel &amp; aluminium Alia Sea Club’s stand-out features include a large covered tender bay on main deck, which will accommodate a 13-metre guest tender, an 8.2-metre crew tender, a submarine, two wave-runners, two sailing dinghies and two sailing catamarans.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233852/image/large-5fab6b69e6e3cb5e9552e9402c7d5655.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233852">She also features a fully certified heli-deck and a 50 metre-square storage area on the lower deck, where a complete inflatable waterpark will be stored in addition to other toys. Another top feature is her water sports centre, where diving gear, SeaBobs, surfboards and more will be stored.“This new project is another glowing confirmation of our know-how and specific skills in building one-off, full custom yachts that are also designed to be fast, versatile and efficient," says 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>. “We are looking forward to working with <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</a>.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233856/image/large-26c4e6cdb478133763a4cf11aaa2f386.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233856">“Our aim was to create a yacht able to carry a large number of tenders and toys, while keeping the styling motifs and onboard features of a luxurious superyacht,” says Onne Logger, <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</a> Director. “We developed the project from the conceptual phase in early 2021 and we’re now part of the owner’s team responsible for the exterior design, general layout and the overall project development.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233855/image/large-0e228957301c01696f09430f3a1f3006.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233855">Able to accommodate as many as 10 guests, the yacht features a large master stateroom, and four additional guest staterooms. She can also accommodate a crew of 12.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233857/image/large-3e4dfa7063d8b97f97dcdaff77eba93d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233857">

53m Alia Sea Club superyacht sold and in-build

A new 53m Alia Sea Club superyacht has been sold and is now in-build.

Alia Yachts 53m Alia Sea Club superyacht sold and in-build

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a> has announced the technical launch of the second 49.95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 163 series superyacht, four months after <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54840" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Technical launch of 50m Bilgin 163 completed (2022-03-25 14:15:00 +0100)">the technical launch of the first in the series</a>. She is now on course for her final outfitting with a delivery date planned before the 2023 Monaco Yacht Show.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235002/image/large-249f0c6e19727d49ce739ce71aad5b5e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235002">The interior of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 163 features exterior and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unique Yacht Design (Company)">Unique Yacht Design</a>, with interiors by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a> team, which used precious materials to create a modern, rich and warm interior design. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 163 follows the studio’s new philosophy ‘Architecture for Voyagers’ and focuses on cleanliness of architectural volumes, and a renewed sense for a softness of lines. A plastic minimalism, sober, but rich in details” said Enrico Lumini, Partner and Head of Design in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235001/image/large-49f452370f2086838eb7ad7cbcfb397c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235001">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a> team has used small quantities of wood and natural leather in the interior living areas with a perfect combination of natural colours and materials to highlight the yacht's connection to the sea. In Lumini’s words, “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 163 is a perfect combination of shapes, soft colours and great richness of detail.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234999/image/large-d3f6140b350553bd9dbe362f98140c93.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234999"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a>’ CEO İsmail Şengün commented, “We foresee a further enhancement in the distinctive signature of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 163 is one of our most ambitious projects and a perfect sample of what we can offer to our clients.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234998/image/large-d5243036e00a8d808593fa891d433390.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234998">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 163 offers a spacious, modern and stylish way of living with a six stateroom configuration for up to 12 guests. The main colour scheme consists of natural colours, which work harmoniously with her large windows and high-gloss materials. She is also able to host a crew of nine across five cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234997/image/large-ab83d38a1d661ee8521d2b13946e4dec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234997">In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin</a> 163 is equipped with twin 1,450 horsepower <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, providing her with an expected top speed of around 17 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bilgin Yachts (Company)">Bilgin Yachts</a> currently has eight yachts under-construction including; two 80-metre yachts, a 74-metre project, two 50-metre series, one 86-metre yacht as well as two sisters of the brand-new 52-metre range.&nbsp;

Second hull of 50m Bilgin Yachts 163 series hits the water

Bilgin Yachts has announced the technical launch of the second 50m Bilgin 163 series superyacht.

The 160-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/7683" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blue160.0m (524'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2022">Blue</a> was delivered to her owner from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>Aumund facility in Germany. The 14,785 GT superyacht completed her sea trials in April and is one of the biggest superyachts in the world in terms of volume. The yacht's name has now been confirmed, with her name plate visible for the first time.<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ee-oPF6bDT0?&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232981/image/large-38c7f2ac13511369dc2615663dbd18d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232981"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232994/image/large-312300874131abae79b9990c4b1d0a0e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232994">The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7683" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blue160.0m (524'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2022">Blue</a> spent nine days on sea trials in Bremerhaven, Germany and was launched in February this year. Very few details are known about <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7683" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blue160.0m (524'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2022">Blue</a>, but she features an exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Terence Disdale Design (Company)">Terrence Disdale Design</a> and naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232989/image/large-6d9db04c2b70d369a9c6eaaee5a2ec9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232989"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7683" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blue160.0m (524'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2022">Blue</a> is equipped with a large helipad forward and an abundance of alfresco space to aft. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht has a generous swim platform aft, providing guests with seamless access to the water. She’s been penned with clean, straight lines that give her a modern aesthetic.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232980/image/large-564ae0b92742f6bbcbeb06a59633a950.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232980">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54905" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="160m Lürssen superyacht Blue on sea trials (2022-04-05 15:30:00 +0200)">160m Lürssen superyacht Blue on sea trials</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> is well versed in building and delivering high volume superyachts with their 2016 superyacht Dilbar chiming in as the largest superyacht in the world in terms of volume at 15,917 GT. As well as this, the 2013 launched superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4638" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azzam180.61m (592'7&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2013">Azzam</a> is the longest superyacht in the world at 180.61-metres with a volume of 13,136 GT.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232984/image/large-1ce5740b1acc9f00d0a3ec333f74305f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232984"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233020/image/large-ed49fef97d5c5ef1ed985fdef18661af.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233020">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54646" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="In Pictures: The 160m Lürssen superyacht Blue launched (2022-02-24 08:00:00 +0100)">In Pictures: The 160m Lürssen superyacht Blue launched</a>The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7683" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blue160.0m (524'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2022">Blue</a> is the fifth longest superyacht in the global fleet and the second longest <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, ousting <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5967" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dilbar156.0m (511'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2016">Dilbar</a> from her spot.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233018/image/large-e530854b2f7981037879fc171adcbd1c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233018">

160m Lurssen superyacht Blue delivered 

The 160m Lürssen superyacht Blue was delivered to her owner from the Lürssen Aumund facility in Germany.

Video: The 160m Lürssen superyacht Blue has been delivered

The Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> has just announced the delivery of the 77.8-metre Custom <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> 78 superyacht to her owners, marking the beginning of an exciting global itinerary. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235586/image/large-ddae9d1622da6ab7cc6d07e856a41bd8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235586">With a gross tonnage of 2,885, she features an 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> whose team was also appointed to develop the general arrangement of the superyacht. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Designers</a> are the studio behind the custom interiors. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235587/image/large-c5b31708c7bcc7bb008f38d7886fb82b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235587">The top features of the superyacht include a large open top deck, large aft pool and very wide side decks that can be utilised as private guest balconies. The sale of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> Custom 78 was confirmed during the 2017 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show (Company)">Monaco Yacht Show</a> and the yacht has been located at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> facilities in Vlissingen since 2020.She is the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> Full Custom to be delivered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> since the introduction of the Dutch superyacht builder’s Limited Editions concept in 2005. The yacht is able to accommodate as many as 14 guests alongside a crew of 27, including the captain.&nbsp;

Custom Amels 78 superyacht delivered

Amels 78m Full Custom superyacht has been delivered to her owner.

The Custom Amels 78m superyacht has been delivered

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Admiral (Company)">Admiral</a> has successfully delivered the 74.85-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenshō74.85m (245'7&quot;)Admiral2022">Kenshō</a> to her owner. The 1,989 GT superyacht was launched late last year. She has since been outfitted and undertaken her sea trials. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/211820/image/large-d20de33288b0f67643875049f1d4c633.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/211820">The owner of superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenshō74.85m (245'7&quot;)Admiral2022">Kenshō</a> played a key role in her design, as he was very much involved in the rolling conversations between the designers and shipyard. <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> along with achineers.berlin were the studios that penned her exterior lines, while it was the French designer &nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6542" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jouin Manku (Company)">Jouin Manku</a> who styled her interior spaces. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenshō74.85m (245'7&quot;)Admiral2022">Kenshō</a>’s naval architecture was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233577/image/large-702a3c9a4c2c382658f972a998dcee3e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233577">“Thanks to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenshō74.85m (245'7&quot;)Admiral2022">Kenshō</a> we can proudly confirm our know-how and our specific skills in the construction of such innovative and beautiful superyachts,” Giuseppe Taranto, Vice Chairman and CCO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a>, stated. “This motor yacht represents another success and highlights our capabilities to create effective synergies with international professional partners. Working on such a masterpiece, so full of details and research, has been an amazing experience for all of us.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226257/image/large-0982fff0062185e7cb98757f64ec86a8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226257"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226252/image/large-746bce974c049b3d1f96ca2ae1b44f7a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226252">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54112" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The 75m Admiral superyacht Kenshō has been launched (2021-11-18 12:00:00 +0100)">The 75m Admiral superyacht Kenshō has been launched</a>The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenshō74.85m (245'7&quot;)Admiral2022">Kenshō</a> can accommodate as many as 16 guests across eight staterooms. She can also carry 20 crew. In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenshō74.85m (245'7&quot;)Admiral2022">Kenshō</a> has been equipped with an “innovative ‘diesel electric’ propulsion system”, which is equipped with five variable speed generators. All of these generators are provided with an anti-particulate system that are said to optimise fuel consumption and efficiency.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226256/image/large-38c748423721ad1ebf8c58af53399719.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226256"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226258/image/large-c63ee9a1678dcbbbd4fa470fbf6863eb.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226258"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226259/image/large-aeeedc974528429d24684d7b042c6dd8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226259">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55096" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A closer look at Admiral’s 75m zen-inspired yacht Kenshō (2022-05-06 17:00:00 +0200)">A closer look at Admiral’s 75m zen-inspired yacht Kenshō</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenshō74.85m (245'7&quot;)Admiral2022">Kenshō</a> will be cruising the Mediterranean this summer. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226237/image/large-3fe01e8c11a88469d4265ea0fdaf76b8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226237">

Admiral’s 75m superyacht Kenshō delivered

Admiral has successfully delivered the 75m motor yacht Kenshō to her owner

Admiral’s 75m superyacht Kenshō delivered to owner

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> has launched the hull of a new 65-metre superyacht from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> shipyard in Aalsmeer, the Netherlands. The 65-metre motor yacht was launched from the SLOB Shipyard in Papendrecht before being transported to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> shipyard in Aalsmeer.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235771/image/large-8898e594646b532e7277765f24093623.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235771"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235770/image/large-0e1c166786118251f29d7ab3f1349f7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235770"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235768/image/large-59418fe491031fdc97a69f21435adc52.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235768"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235767/image/large-11a3693dc39b697a0b5a831b7a53b5ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235767">There are very few details released about the estimated 1,000+ GT superyacht that began construction in 2020.

Feadship launches hull of 65m superyacht Aalsmeer

Feadship has launched a new 65-metre superyacht from the Feadship shipyard in Aalsmeer, the Netherlands. 

Feadship launches hull of 65m superyacht

The 60-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Witchcraft60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2022">Witchcraft</a> was launched from the Vlissingen facility in the Netherlands where she had spent the last 12 months in outfitting. The second <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> 60 model yacht left 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 for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Shiprepair & Conversion (Company)">Damen Shiprepair</a> in Vlissingen East, where she was lowered to the water and launched. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233986/image/large-8e19e678c351ac10061e035e822ee9e9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233986">The yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Witchcraft60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2022">Witchcraft</a> is a Limited Editions 60 design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a> who is responsible for her exterior design. The owner has worked closely with the shipbuilders to customise the project to their particular preferences as well as make modifications to the exterior styling of the superyacht. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> represented the owner throughout the build and explained what the milestone meant to them:"We are truly excited to see Project <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Witchcraft60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2022">Witchcraft</a> emerge from the finishing shed and into the water for the first time. This milestone is always a special moment in the construction schedule. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> are very proud of the many customisations we were able to implement into this platform, which is a testament to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> engineering and production team. The entire owner’s team is looking forward to the final stages of production and moving towards another successful delivery."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233987/image/large-4096af61e72917f4e19829342dc1dfdc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233987">The 830 GT yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Witchcraft60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2022">Witchcraft</a> features naval architecture by her shipbuilder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>, while her bright and light interior design was chosen by the owner. She is able to accommodate as many as 12 guests across six light and airy staterooms. Thanks to her large main deck windows and interior styling her rooms are flooded with plenty of natural light.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> Project Manager Arie Midavaine commented: "Watching <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Witchcraft60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2022">Witchcraft</a> head outside for the first time signifies everything the team has achieved since she arrived here in Vlissingen last July. And by team, I mean everyone involved in making this milestone happen – the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> team, the owner's team and all our co-workers. It's down to the great collaboration between all of these parties that we are standing here admiring this stunning new 60-metre in the daylight and open air. I am looking forward to the final outfitting phase now and getting her out on the water!"<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233985/image/large-697588c72c21f83ff383926db1f454d6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233985">Some of the standout features of the superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8657" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Witchcraft60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2022">Witchcraft</a> include her spacious sun deck, her nine-metre tender and her overall impressive volume. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> 60 range was first announced in 2019, and there are currently four other units in-build.The model features a hybrid propulsion system with a range of 4,500 nautical miles while cruising at 13 knots when in eco-cruising mode.The launch marked a milestone for the start of her final build phase and her delivery to her owner later in the Autumn this year.

Amels 60m superyacht Witchcraft launched

The second Amels 60m Amels superyacht Witchcraft has been launched from the Vlissingen facility in the Netherlands.

Amels Limited Editions 60m superyacht Witchcraft launched

Pandemic projects came in many shapes and sizes but not many were the size of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a>, a 45-metre converted explorer project that evolved from Japanese research vessel to boutique go-anywhere explorer in just 18 months. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234584/image/large-9981a8a5b3145dea01aceb74d78a4a1f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234584">The plan was to convert <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> over three phrases, with the first leg being a quick three-month refit to get her ready for family expeditions and hydro-graphic survey work. &nbsp;But with the pandemic kicking with such vengeance it just made sense to roll the whole project out in one go – and she looks spectacular as a result. “We’ve had a couple of family trips with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> and we’re extremely happy with her,” the owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> said. “She’s given us loads of fun and allowed us to safely cross borders and get us to some incredible remote locations and &nbsp;surfing spots around Indonesia.” &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234585/image/large-07a8f953ea2271ed2419d187ade9d9c6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234585"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> can easily accommodate as many as 12 guests and the owner ensured that his healthy lifestyle and his passions for exploration, surfing, yoga and travel were fed directly into her design. “The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3012" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Niigata Shipyard (Company)">Niigata</a>-built vessel was perfect for us; she matched our lifestyle and could be used to support our marine conservation efforts,” the owner explained. “I love the build quality of these vessels but the Japanese Government clings to these vessels so tightly, they’re really hard to come by – it took me two years to get my hands on one!” &nbsp; &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234586/image/large-aa5d3abbc2a7ba32d569689f602dbf3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234586"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234589/image/large-0fa438b97d18cd85d022c1368e6086ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234589"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3012" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Niigata Shipyard (Company)">Niigata Shipyard</a> delivered the vessel in 1996, building her to the highest standards for the Japanese Government to use for research and training. She was kept in turnkey condition during her national service, undertaking a number of maintenance appointments, which kept her engines and equipment in immaculate condition. The platform was perfect for round-the-world exploration, and her owner had already closely followed the conversions of her two sister ships: the 40.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4956" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sharkwater40.8m (133'10&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1997">Sharkwater</a> and the 45.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5861" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cklass Nautique45.4m (148'11&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1992">Cklass Nautique</a>. &nbsp; &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234587/image/large-52f73e7500a476712a992d19316491ea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234587">Unlike her sisters though, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> was booked into <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6594" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PT Bahtera Bahari shipyard (Company)">Bahtera Bahari Shipyard</a> for her conversion. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6594" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PT Bahtera Bahari shipyard (Company)">BBS</a>’s portfolio is outstanding,” her owner said. “And the yard has recently launched an amazing rebuilt 100-metre plus superyacht – we were sold!” Shaun Phelps, Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6786" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Periscope Naval Architects (Company)">Periscope Naval Architects</a>, oversaw the project, and her owner enlisted the naval architects involved in the previous <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3012" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Niigata Shipyard (Company)">Niigata</a> conversions as consultants. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234588/image/large-22804f6d0d7205dbc4dee80dcd95ff85.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234588">“After seeing two earlier conversions and spending time onboard them both, we knew what works for us,” her owner said. “There were areas that these earlier projects did well and others not so well – we capitalised on this and were able to refine <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> to maximise her potential.” It was important to keep her core DNA and research credentials, as her owner and his family are serious about conservation. The directive was to create a purposeful superyacht that is luxurious, highly capable at sea and which can support major marine research projects and carry lots of equipment for extended periods at sea. Immortalis has kept most of her original laboratory, but the space underwent substantial refurbishments to uphold a synergy with the styling of the rest of the yacht. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234590/image/large-b9e37de631a77a68853738a27eedb5ec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234590"> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> has a strictly modern interior design that’s light, breezy and brimming with charm. Her main saloon is cavernous and wrapped in glass, allowing onboard guests to unwind with the luxury of space while enjoying the breathtaking backdrop of their chosen cruising ground. The saloon is open plan and doubles down as a casual dining area, making the space multifunctional and the epicentre for socialising inside onboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234595/image/large-7f8edde1881826dc13badad762ca4c3b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234595">Any explorer worth her salt offers plenty of outdoor space – and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> brings an abundance of it. As a research vessel, she was more than generous, but during her conversion she had her hull extended to really open up her aft area. Immortalis has a brimming toy box and can carry a number of tenders: two 8-metre ones on the aft deck, a 5-metre one on the swim platform and a 6-metre on the Mez deck. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> also carries some Jet-skis. These tenders are deployed by the newly installed aft deck crane. Another key feature of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> is her touch-and-go-helipad up top. &nbsp; &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234596/image/large-e021e6918951bea9a56ab061d1c01275.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234596">Even with all her tenders and toys onboard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> offers plenty of space for guests. Her wide-open decks have been designed as a playground for yoga and fitness enthusiasts. As the deck spaces have been cleared, it makes them ideal to host large functions and events. The three bars at the sundeck and aft deck allow for additional outside entertaining space for different groups of people to socialise. &nbsp; &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234592/image/large-98a35608253bbc30b20da7c27385a55a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234592"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a>’ silhouette is strictly utilitarian and there is no doubt that she’s a world-cruiser. “You can be out at sea for months with her,” her owner said. “She’s got a 7,500 nautical mile range, the capacity to store 110,000 litres of diesel onboard, and she can carry pretty much anything. The beauty of her is that she can withstand a serious battering at sea and can cross oceans without an issue, irrespective of the weather conditions.” When she comes into port everyone is interested in knowing more about her.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234597/image/large-978e4a90e0a982850dafe3988271f3c9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234597">When pressed about what brought on the decision to sell her, the owner explained that “She needs to get out and do some serious expedition work; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> deserves to have her glory and we are not using her enough. She is such an amazing seaworthy hull built for the biggest oceans in the world and we are using her on a lake, so to speak. We’ve already had a number of inquiries from film directors to feature her in movies, and other research specialists (including Nat Geo) to use her for scientific work.""<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> has received a massive amount of interest since it hit the market two weeks ago," David Johnson of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> added. "We are receiving inquiries from around the world from buyers that are interested in using it for a shadow boat for a superyacht, an expedition vessel for research and another for luxury surf and dive charters."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/234598/image/large-27472acc38d1309475af5d619de8d4f9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/234598">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55522" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="41m converted explorer yacht Sharkwater sold (2022-07-12 09:30:00 +0200)">41m converted explorer yacht Sharkwater sold</a>“Covid provided us with this great opportunity to do a beautiful refit, which was probably more than we thought we would do. But now she’s a bigger boat than we need, really. That’s the reality.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Immortalis 45.0m (147'8&quot;)Niigata Shipyard1996">Immortalis</a> is listed for sale through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a>.

Niigata 45m motor yacht Immortalis 

Niigata Shipyard's 45m Immortalis has been converted into a go-anywhere explorer, and SYT caught up with her owner to hear all about it

In conversation: Converting the 45m explorer yacht Immortalis

The Danish-built 70-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/83" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Force Blue70.0m (229'8&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2002">Force Blue</a> is an explorer yacht with the heart and soul of a true adventurer. The 2002 delivered yacht was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Denship A/S (Company)">Royal Denship</a> to cruise the world in style, and has just completed a significant refit last winter by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6725" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Giangrasso Group (Company)">Giangrasso Group</a> in Livorno, Italy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232375/image/large-3f47722aee9e698485ee6eb734924e9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232375">The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/83" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Force Blue70.0m (229'8&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2002">Force Blue</a> saw an extension to her length from 63-metres to 70-metres as well as a full redesign of her exterior lines to make them more eye-catching. The extensive refit also saw an extension of her bathing platform to create a large beach club and a redesign of the main deck to aft to create a more welcoming lounge space. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232383/image/large-7c1909383cfb6b79c36d7d0ec12916c8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232383"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232380/image/large-d6b11c44a5a5ba60ab7090b06d0c740b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232380"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/83" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Force Blue70.0m (229'8&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2002">Force Blue</a> was launched in 2002 and redesigned in 2006, and her 2022 refit now features an opulent interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5705" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Michele Bonan (Company)">Michele Bonan</a>, whose style is characterised by hand made Italian craftsmanship. The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/83" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Force Blue70.0m (229'8&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2002">Force Blue</a> offers guests all the amenities of a five-star hotel with luxurious materials used throughout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232376/image/large-93acd1086cc9ed25ea702362f956c1ae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232376"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232382/image/large-99c9755acbedbf2f5ee03053970a2d39.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232382"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232381/image/large-2efca3d0844501b222f970168c84c673.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232381"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/83" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Force Blue70.0m (229'8&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2002">Force Blue</a> saw a complete refurbishment and redesign of all her staterooms, main saloon and owner's deck skylounge to create a more contemporary and fresh atmosphere. She is able to accommodate 12 guests across six well-appointed staterooms with a full-beam master suite on the upper deck. Her remaining staterooms are located on the lower deck and include a VIP suite with a sofa bed, three double staterooms and a twin stateroom that can convert into a double to offer extra flexibility.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232393/image/large-1f57dabe918716932fbc3d3fe02be1c8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232393">The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/83" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Force Blue70.0m (229'8&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2002">Force Blue</a> offers guests the chance to unwind in her calming spa area. She boasts a steam shower, Hammam, mud bath, sauna and a hydromassage hot tub. Guests can also receive massages and beauty treatments at any time thanks to a dedicated onboard masseuse and beautician. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232379/image/large-85f0ec08677ce993cd60d34c6c793647.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232379"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/83" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Force Blue70.0m (229'8&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2002">Force Blue</a> is crammed with impressive features, one of which is the cinema room located on the owner’s deck for movie nights. For those looking to keep up with their fitness routine while onboard, the gym on the lower deck is the perfect area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232885/image/large-6b2d7a7d1e600665cd057facc80c948d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232885"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232884/image/large-219e0c62a635532375c3e0e7211daa03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232884"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/83" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Force Blue70.0m (229'8&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2002">Force Blue</a> boasts a spacious beach club and a redesign of her aft deck to allow for more guests onboard. When docked, she is able to host between 300-350 guests for events and up to 60 seated guests on her massive aft deck.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232392/image/large-0075ab151a83e33d953a477aeb532fad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232392"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/83" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Force Blue70.0m (229'8&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2002">Force Blue</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines that are able to propel her to a top speed of 16 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots.&nbsp;The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/83" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Force Blue70.0m (229'8&quot;)Royal Denship A/S2002">Force Blue</a> is currently available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a>.

A first-look onboard 70m Force Blue after her significant refit

SYT takes a look at the Royal Denship superyacht Force Blue after her significant refit last winter. 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/32" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holland Jachtbouw (Company)">Holland Jachtbouw</a> delivered the 62-metre classic schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a>, its flagship, in 2010. The sailing yacht returned to its place of birth for a significant refit last year, which is now managed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>'s Huisfit facility. The work is now nearing completion, with the mast yet to be stepped following her relaunch.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235375/image/large-6b3bcbc234d50f8d930f598e6d60f64a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235375"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235372/image/large-23b2a1a6a4713e020bad7fafd7676730.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235372"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>’s dedicated refit division, Huisfit, was tasked with refreshing her interior and exterior design. “We have chosen Huisfit because they are reputed to be the best in the world....plus <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> was built here!” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a>’ captain Tony Brookes explained.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235377/image/large-16c2d11366eaf7c27d1988f56a07e052.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235377">The exterior design and naval architecture of the sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> was originally penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/33" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hoek Design Naval Architects B.V. (Company)">Hoek Design Naval Architects</a>. She’s had an illustrious 12-years on the water, undertaking world tours and visiting idyllic destinations such as the Maldives, Micronesia, the South Pacific, Greenland and the Caribbean. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235376/image/large-6ee29da46fbf3893561a09cf51be8893.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235376"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235373/image/large-fde4c15e22b3bc765fabffae2215628f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235373">With 348 GT of interior volume and five staterooms, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> is the perfect companion for as many as 10 guests. The sailing yacht also has five cabins to carry up to nine crew, across five cabins. She’s equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines that give her a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 14 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235374/image/large-f71a1c15a7d5a3ca5ea34361ffc08ff0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235374">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54059" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="&quot;We want to be one of the major players in classic yachting&quot;: Tim van Daal of Holland Jachtbouw on the brand's rebirth (2021-11-11 11:00:00 +0100)">Tim van Daal of Holland Jachtbouw on the brand's rebirth</a> Jeremy “Bear” Wynne, representing the owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a> during this project commented, ”The multiple modifications to ‘<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a>’ have been beautifully done. The attention to detail and finish is excellent. The new additions and modifications have not only improved the functionality of the yacht, they have also enhanced the appearance. I really look forward to the end result with great anticipation. I have no doubt at this stage that the new ‘<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/21" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athos62.0m (203'5&quot;)Holland Jachtbouw2010">Athos</a>’ will look amazing.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235371/image/large-570aaab42802cfdbd2b86a5b739b4e55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235371">

Holland Jachtbouw 62m sailing yacht Athos completes major refit at Huisfit

Holland Jachtbouw’s 62m sailing yacht Athos has completed a major refit at Huisman. 

Refit of Holland Jachtbouw 62m sailing yacht Athos nears completion at Huisfit

The 52.42-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/786" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gallant Lady52.42m (171'12&quot;)Feadship1995">Gallant Lady</a> has been spotted in transit through the Dutch canals and she departs from the shipyard ahead of sea trials, scheduled later this week. Refit works have included the update of her interiors and engine room.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233690/image/large-0faa80d2be9b23bebad5879a6b81c91d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233690"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233688/image/large-848e8800bf9e999c2ab3b2e166ea430f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233688">Originally launched in 1995, the superyacht features an unusual and striking exterior from the boards of designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/616" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Richard Jorden (Company)">Richard Jorden</a>. Highly distinctive due to the three vertical windows with unite her three decks on each side, the yacht features a slightly flair bow and tiered decks with the helm station situated on the uppermost deck, just below the mast. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233689/image/large-dd259532b27b2b96ff8b8fe40a8d63ef.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233689">The superyacht interiors are the work of American designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/288" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Paola D. Smith & Associates (Company)">Paola D. Smith &amp; Associates</a>, who penned the interiors of many <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> yachts during the 1980s and 1990s, such as the 53.95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3796" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ice Bear53.95m (177'0&quot;)Feadship1988">Ice Bear</a>, the 48.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Genesia48.5m (159'1&quot;)Feadship1987">Genesia</a> and the 41.15-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2014" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Sandals41.15m (135'0&quot;)Feadship1985">Lady Sandals</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233691/image/large-6d158708c65da62d5a2171bf2433244d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233691">Able to accommodate as many as 10 guests, the yacht features a main deck master suite, two double staterooms and two twin staterooms, the latter of which are situated on the lower deck. She has a top speed of 15 knots, and a cruising speed of 13.2 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233692/image/large-f7825149bb3f3dfc7a818ae483ca941b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233692">

Feadship superyacht Gallant Lady completes refit 

The 52m Feadship superyacht Gallant Lady has been spotted in transit following a refit.

In pictures: 52m Feadship superyacht Gallant Lady in transit

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>&nbsp;is synonymous with custom high-end luxury yachts, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a> most certainly fits into that category. The 49.99-metre motor yacht, previously named Hanikon, has just completed an interior refit and is returning to the charter season with not just a new name, but a fresh look to match. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233210/image/large-c486da2adf5f5b7b114e9ec078c33141.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233210">The Dutch-built yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a> was delivered in 2004 and has been consistently maintained to the highest standards. She now proudly boasts a brand-new interior by designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6781" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tino Zervudachi & Associes (Company)">Tino Zervudachi</a>, who has created an inviting and relaxing atmosphere onboard by using effortlessly stylish warm oak wood, and custom eye-catching art pieces.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233187/image/large-9bbc6821ead871a1532cb6962d0e35f6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233187"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a> showcases classic <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> lines with three decks and a slightly flared bow. Her naval architecture comes from <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> while her exterior design is the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Terence Disdale Design (Company)">Terence Disdale Design</a>. The yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a> has incredible deck spaces, huge living areas and an amazing collection of water toys.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233188/image/large-108ec4e63cec0f07c0bc11dabcea4eba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233188">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> yacht has vast bright and airy living spaces that are flooded with natural light, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a>’s newly refurbished interior features accents of colour through the artwork and prints that adorn her walls, as well as her soft furnishings. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233202/image/large-e83c50f8213de0dc170174b093ff54f9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233202">The main saloon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a> is framed by huge windows while her full-beam upper lounge can be used to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail on her sublimely large comfortable sofa or for formal dining at the table.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233189/image/large-298be47fb87bc1c5748433caffc122d3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233189"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233181/image/large-0b1a60b07827a5397643b6d28e8ac875.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233181">The yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a> is able to sleep up to 12 guests across five generously-sized staterooms. The master suite is situated on the main deck and comes complete with a study, lounge area, his-and-hers ensuite bathrooms and a walk-in wardrobe. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232954/image/large-a714768ed7ffbf632c263cd1a09238f7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232954"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233195/image/large-a3739dbcd368918a1bb59044b0250118.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233195"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233193/image/large-b1a3e613bd1f86c8482c8e01c56136e1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233193">Her remaining guest staterooms include two double ensuite staterooms with walk-in wardrobes and two twin staterooms with vanity desks and ensuite bathrooms. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a> also offers guests the option of a sixth stateroom adjacent to her master suite that can be converted into a massage room. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233209/image/large-2bc99917d3c01c646a0bcb33400b0c3f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233209">This optional room allows guests to enjoy soothing massage treatments with a qualified therapist upon request.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233194/image/large-ca95eaf1b29a3d436bdfbcd4d0d9d9aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233194"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233197/image/large-4b2a16079cc6abee56b406092924ef47.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233197"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233196/image/large-8fc75ba0a191df31a5c234f4dd6169c3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233196">With the addition of a private beach club, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a> most certainly lives up to her name and provides guests with an exhilarating experience onboard. Her vast deck spaces are ideal for large groups, with glass windbreaks providing protection from the elements and enabling uncomplicated al-fresco entertaining in all weather conditions.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233191/image/large-ed8426f2e93b6528b1a406af5c7a748f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233191"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233200/image/large-0229310093d2ae7619e6e94a473830f6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233200"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233199/image/large-a590a859f5c8b3d7ee0acb009edf535c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233199">The spacious sun deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a> offers a shaded dining experience for up to 20 guests as well as a bar, multiple sunbathing and seating options and a large Jacuzzi. Her adjacent sunpads also convert into a sofa area with low tables, perfect for a cocktail or coffee in the sun. There is also the option of a cinema set up on the sun deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/232966/image/large-8a9da915eb293ce80e2022285cf09487.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/232966">Performance-wise, the 684 GT motor yacht is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines that provide her with a top speed of 14 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a> is also fitted with zero-speed Koopnautic Fin stabilisers that ensure she has exceptional stability both at anchor and underway.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233186/image/large-a6aee1b51e5cea7d9f9c6e5c813e4da4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233186">The yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/183" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adventure49.99m (164'0&quot;)Feadship2004">Adventure</a> is currently available for charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/259" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Y.CO (Company)">Y.CO</a> where her long standing crew are looking forward to welcoming guests onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233184/image/large-b7ed880366644678b783db076cd68935.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233184">

A first look onboard the 50m Feadship yacht Adventure after her interior refit

SuperYacht Times takes a look onboard the 50m Feadship yacht Adventure after her interior refit and renaming.

Adventure: A first look onboard the 50m Feadship yacht after her interior refit

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5775" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo SY Refit (Company)">Palumbo SY Refit</a> in Ancona has completed the refit of the 49.95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA Yachts</a> superyacht Alibaba. Previously named Papi du Papi, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3563" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alibaba49.95m (163'11&quot;)ISA Yachts2012">Alibaba</a> features interior styling by Italian design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/586" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Francesco Paszkowski (Company)">Francesco Paszkowski Design</a>, who successfully managed to combine traditional with modern looks, and exterior signed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andrea Vallicelli (Company)">Andrea Vallicelli</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233991/image/large-c0b99592fd6cccda03da6a753da0781a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233991">The works conducted include a major interior overhaul, as well as extensive technical maintenance and repair. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/586" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Francesco Paszkowski (Company)">Francesco Paszkowski</a> worked closely with the shipyard to ensure that the entire aligned with the original styling of the vessel, and met the owner's wishes.Watch: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55044" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Video: Discover all things refit with Palumbo Superyacht Refit (2022-04-28 13:00:00 +0200)">Video: Discover all things refit with Palumbo Superyacht Refit</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233989/image/large-19f2827d100b37018c831e07b6209b63.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233989">The refit project was overseen by Palumbo Project Manager Diego Marinelli and the yacht's captain commented, "Diego Marinelli proved to be the most useful Project Manager I’ve ever met. He’s very knowledgeable as well as being an effective influencer, capable of instilling confidence in the stakeholders to the point of making us want to come back to the yard." <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233988/image/large-f167b56244852d358def36a501b363c2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233988">Her current owner purchased the vessel in November last year, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> broker Pierre Vezilier having introduced the buyer. She is now in great condition for the upcoming Mediterranean season. The yacht is managed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/588" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unique Yachting Monaco (Company)">Unique Yachting Monaco</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55044" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Video: Discover all things refit with Palumbo Superyacht Refit (2022-04-28 13:00:00 +0200)">Find out more about Palumbo Superyacht Refit by watching our video here</a>.

ISA 50m superyacht Alibaba completes refit

The 50m ISA superyacht Alibaba has completed a refit at Palumbo Superyachts.