<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141918/image/large-379b2d4644ad05363fee8107f67c228c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141918">Superyacht Lime Light in Saint TropezThe 60 metre Lime Light was delivered by Lürssen Yachts in 2006 to her US owners. The yacht was designed by Espen Oeino and features an interior by Zuretti. Her interior is a pleasing intermingling of light fabrics, gorgeous marble and onyx accents and rare woods in both high gloss and satin finishes. Lime Light accommodates up to 12 guests in 1 master, 1 VIP and four double cabins. Powered by Caterpillar engines she has a cruising speed of 12 knots and a maximum speed of 15.5 knots.By Maarten Janssen, photo by Frank Behrends

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The 60 metre Lürssen superyacht Lime Light  in Saint Tropez

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308219/image/large-092d745419ee21bc481132d0a0f985d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308219"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/60007" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="50m Delta Marine superyacht Triton cruising in Amsterdam (2024-03-21 11:30:00 +0100)">After cruising past our office in Amsterdam last month</a>, the 49.7-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1551" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton49.7m (163'1&quot;)Delta Marine2004">Triton</a> was pictured last week moored near Tower Bridge, in London. Delivered in 2004 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/47" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta Marine (Company)">Delta Marine</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1551" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton49.7m (163'1&quot;)Delta Marine2004">Triton</a> is entirely crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/48" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta Design Group (Company)">Delta Design Group</a>, showcasing a luxurious mahogany interior adorned with a blend of Art Deco and maritime elements. With accommodation for 12 guests and a crew of 10, the 527 GT yacht was designed for global voyages, deep-sea fishing, and exploring exotic reefs. Propelled by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1551" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton49.7m (163'1&quot;)Delta Marine2004">Triton</a> achieves a maximum speed of 16 knots and a comfortable cruising speed of 14 knots.

Delta Marine superyacht Triton in London

The 50m superyacht Triton, designed by Delta Marine, is pictured here in London, United Kingdom.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308362/image/large-868639f0902577c1887892633c756a17.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308362">Spotted recently docked in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, were the two superyachts <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A 119.0m (390'5&quot;)Blohm & Voss GmbH2008">A</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8520" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Opera146.35m (480'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Opera</a>, both over 110 metres in length. On the left side of the dock rests the 119-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A 119.0m (390'5&quot;)Blohm & Voss GmbH2008">A</a>, initially named Project Sigma. Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/24" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Philippe Starck (Company)">Philippe Starck</a> and launched in 2008 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blohm & Voss GmbH (Company)">Blohm &amp; Voss</a>, the 5,500 GT yacht is recognised for her distinctive appearance. 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, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A 119.0m (390'5&quot;)Blohm & Voss GmbH2008">A</a> is able to cruise at a maximum speed of 23 knots. Registered under the Sierra Leone flag, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A 119.0m (390'5&quot;)Blohm & Voss GmbH2008">A</a> showcases notable features including a glass-roofed swimming pool and a total of three pools located on the top deck, aft deck, and foredeck.&nbsp;Moored alongside <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="A 119.0m (390'5&quot;)Blohm & Voss GmbH2008">A</a>, is the 146.35-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8520" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Opera146.35m (480'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Opera</a>. Launched by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> in February 2023, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8520" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Opera146.35m (480'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Opera</a> ranks as the tenth largest operational yacht globally, with a 12,518 GT volume. With an interior and exterior design created by <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 motor yacht offers accommodation for up to 36 guests across 18 staterooms. Among <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8520" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Opera146.35m (480'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Opera</a>'s standout features are her dual helipads, twin swimming pools, and an extensive beach club. Her twin diesel-electric <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines deliver a top speed of 22 knots and a cruising speed of 18 knots.

100m+ superyachts A and Opera in Dubai 

The superyachts A and Opera, each measuring over 100 metres, were seen docked in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308220/image/large-15294d1c5ead0408e7406f24e022bb6a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308220">Earlier this month, the 53.6-metre expedition yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1654" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Itasca53.6m (175'10&quot;)J. & K. Smits Scheepswerven N.V.1961">Itasca</a> was seen cruising near Piraeus, southeast of Athens, Greece. Originally built in 1961 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/20" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="J. & K. Smits Scheepswerven N.V. (Company)">J. &amp; K. Smits Scheepswerven N.V.</a> under the name Caribische Zee,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1654" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Itasca53.6m (175'10&quot;)J. & K. Smits Scheepswerven N.V.1961">Itasca</a> was designed by the same company, starting as an ocean tug before being transformed into a luxury superyacht in 1981. This overhaul enhanced both her interior and exterior, while maintaining superior maritime capabilities, such as a cruising range of over 16,000 nautical miles and features like a helicopter pad. Recently refitted in Perama, the motor yacht accommodates up to 10 guests plus a crew of 12 in a luxurious yet welcoming interior, suitable for both relaxation and entertainment.

54m expedition yacht Itasca in Athens 

The 54m expedition yacht Itasca was seen cruising in Piraeus, Greece. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308070/image/large-32d93010904000e7d361b71e0fb455cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308070">The 60-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11118" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marsa60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2024">Marsa</a> was recently seen anchored in Saint Peter Port, on the East Coast of Guernsey, for clearance with <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/ben-mahy-a24a0080" target="_blank">Ben Mahy</a> of <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/bachmann-group" target="_blank">Bachmann Group</a> as local Port Agent, before heading south. The motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11118" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marsa60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2024">Marsa</a>, part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> 200 series, was recently launched as one of two yachts unveiled on the same day by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>. Designed with exterior styling by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tim Heywood Design Ltd. (Company)">Tim Heywood Design</a> and a customised interior created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11118" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marsa60.0m (196'10&quot;)Amels2024">Marsa</a> can accommodate up to 12 guests across six staterooms. Featuring a whisper grey hull, the 1,015 GT superyacht was delivered to her owner last week and 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, enabling her to comfortably cruise at 13 knots and reach a top speed of 15.5 knots. Read more about her delivery <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59920" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="60m Amels 200 superyacht Marsa delivered (2024-04-01 09:00:00 +0200)">here</a>.

60m superyacht Marsa in Guernsey

The 60m superyacht Marsa, delivered earlier this month, was seen anchored here in Saint Peter Port, Guernsey. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307994/image/large-e8c1f2b356ea841cea5db7191030f11b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307994">Spotted last weekend cruising in the Seychelles, was the newly-launched superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10650" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Promise.d65.0m (213'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Promise.d</a>. First seen in August 2022, the 65-metre superyacht, boasting a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, was delivered this February by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> in the Netherlands. With a volume of 1,809, the motor yacht features an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a> and an interior, whose details are still undisclosed, penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/17" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bannenberg & Rowell Design (Company)">Bannenberg &amp; Rowell</a>. Distinguished by her Ice Class 1E certification and hybrid power system, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10650" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Promise.d65.0m (213'3&quot;)Feadship2024">Promise.d</a> stands out for her sustainability and efficiency. While details of her internal layout remain secret, her exterior images reveal amenities such as a helipad and an expansive fold-down beach club.&nbsp;

65m Feadship superyacht Promise.d in the Seychelles

The 65m newly-launched superyacht Promise.d, built by Feadship, was seen cruising in the Seychelles. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307850/image/large-8e0824d347d96dafeddb08cc65cab3f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307850">The 141-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2713" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yas141.0m (462'7&quot;)Koninklijke Schelde1981">Yas</a> was recently observed anchored in Dubai, with the Burj Khalifa rising in the background. Originally launched in 1981 at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4803" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Koninklijke Schelde (Company)">Koninklijke Schelde</a> shipyard as the HNLMS Piet Hein for the Dutch Navy, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2713" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yas141.0m (462'7&quot;)Koninklijke Schelde1981">Yas</a> was actively deployed in naval missions for over two decades. In 1998, the 4,700 GT superyacht was acquired by the UAE, renamed Al Emarat (F 02), and served until her refit in 2006 at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1554" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ADM Shipyards (Company)">ADM Shipyards</a>, Abu Dhabi. Rechristened as&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2713" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yas141.0m (462'7&quot;)Koninklijke Schelde1981">Yas</a>, she now showcases a dolphin-like design and a glass dome, designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/999" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pierrejean Design Studio (Company)">Pierrejean Design Studio</a>, setting her apart as an innovative superyacht capable of accommodating 60 guests and 56 crew members.

141m superyacht Yas in Dubai

The 141-metre motor yacht Yas, built by Koninklijke Schelde in 1981, is seen anchored in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307694/image/large-133b9f7febbb590c9165fc8b2cf56fc6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307694">Spotted two weeks ago docked here in Falmouth Harbour, in Antigua, is the 89.99-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7871" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norn89.99m (295'3&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Norn</a>. Delivered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> in 2023, the motor yacht's exterior design, crafted 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>, showcases geometrical lines and an oblique reverse bow, making her easily recognisable. Her interiors, designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1218" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dölker + Voges GmbH (Company)">Dölker+Voges Design</a>, features minimalist, light, and airy spaces. Commissioned by an experienced couple with over two decades of experience on a 70-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7871" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norn89.99m (295'3&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Norn</a> was designed with a focus on superior design, engineering, and comfort for family voyages. Her standout features include a helipad, at-anchor stabilisers, an outdoor cinema, and a liftable pool floor, with dance floor illumination for entertainment. Registered under the Cayman Islands, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7871" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norn89.99m (295'3&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Norn</a> was designed to comfortably house up to 16 guests in eight staterooms.

90m Lürssen superyacht Norn in Antigua 

The 90-metre superyacht Norn,  built by Lürssen in 2023, has been spotted docked in Falmouth Harbour, Antigua.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307607/image/large-f369eb3731512366ce7e8de9b0c620c8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307607">Spotted recently docked in London's business district, Canary Wharf, is the 58.5-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phi58.5m (191'11&quot;)Royal Huisman2021">Phi</a>, launched by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> in 2021. Her exterior, created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/43" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cor D. Rover Design (Company)">Cor D. Rover Design</a>, is easily recognisable by her distinctive colour and the innovative shape, with a deck design that combines angular and rounded forms. Her interior, crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4998" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lawson Robb (Company)">Lawson Robb</a>, matches her innovative exterior, complemented by the naval engineering of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van Oossanen Naval Architects (Company)">Van Oossanen Naval Architects</a>, who have equipped her with a Fast Displacement XL hull. The sub-500 GT vessel boasts a technologically advanced pool that conserves water by enabling overnight heating and treatment, effortlessly transitioning from a solid deck to a swimming pool at the push of a button. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Phi58.5m (191'11&quot;)Royal Huisman2021">Phi</a> provides accommodations for up to 12 guests across six staterooms, with a master suite featuring its own private deck and panoramic views.&nbsp;

Royal Huisman superyacht Phi in London

The 59m superyacht Phi, built by Royal Huisman in 2021, is seen here docked in Canary Wharf, United Kingdom. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307402/image/large-95693b97125ba0399737d1e60f25e8a6.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307402">Seen here docked in Simpson Bay marina, in Sint Maarten, is the 67-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Calex67.0m (219'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2022">Calex</a>. Launched in 2022 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>, the fully customised yacht boasts exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cassetta Yacht Designers (Company)">Cassetta Yacht Designer</a>s and features relaxing interiors penned by the shipyard itself, accommodating up to 14 guests in seven staterooms. With a volume of 1,249 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Calex67.0m (219'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2022">Calex</a> showcases a grand master suite, with a panoramic 180-degree views, a private office and a walk-in closet. The suite extends to a foredeck lounge area, outfitted with cosy furnitures and a gas fireplace. Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8735" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Calex67.0m (219'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2022">Calex</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, allowing her to reach a top speed of 16 knots. Discover more about her interiors <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/58142" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Onboard the full custom 67m Benetti superyacht Calex (2023-07-19 15:00:00 +0200)">here</a>.&nbsp;

67m superyacht Calex in Sint Maarten

The 67m superyacht Calex, built by Benetti in 2022, is seen here docked in Sint Maarten. 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307266/image/large-40e9d2d90d4726be21d87d5c890b4e1e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307266">Delivered in 2008 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/22" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Peters Werft GmbH (Company)">Peters Werft</a>, the 133-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Al Mirqab133.0m (436'4&quot;)Peters Werft GmbH2008">Al Mirqab</a> was seen last week docked in Rijeka, Croatia. Known for being one of the largest yachts to enter the port of Miami since 2021, the motor yacht showcases exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tim Heywood Design Ltd. (Company)">Tim Heywood</a>, while her interior, which remains secret, was created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>. Designed to host up to 24 guests across 10 staterooms, the 9,904 GT superyacht features an expansive swimming pool on the lower deck, which can open up to the sea with side hatches. Powered by five <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1438" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wärtsilä (Company)">Wärtsilä</a> diesel-electric engines,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Al Mirqab133.0m (436'4&quot;)Peters Werft GmbH2008">Al Mirqab</a> reaches a top speed of 18 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots with a range of over 5,000 nautical miles.

133m superyacht Al Mirqab in Croatia

The 133m superyacht Al Mirqab, built by Peters Werft in 2008, is seen here in Rijeka, Croatia. 

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

Yacht Octopus and Big Blue Expeditions 

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

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

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

Exclusive: 92m Feadship superyacht Feadship 1012 launched

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

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In Pictures: 92m Feadship superyacht Feadship 1012 launched

The 24.71-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</a> sold in a deal with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2510" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="EKKA Yachts (Company)">EKKA Yachts</a> introducing the buyer and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4562" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ABYS Yachting (Company)">ABYS Yachting</a> representing the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308545/image/large-8dcfcab64549ee2f419cd77bdc2cfa78.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308545">Delivered in 2011 as part of the popular <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a> F800 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</a> features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, with naval architecture from the drawing boards of her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270942/image/large-4f48ed341c4f42940b3aa48b17d0094a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270942"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270939/image/large-a24e99ebb20868bcd5c4b74689ba8ffc.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270939"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</a> is characterised by a bright and contemporary interior design, with large picture windows in her main saloon, providing guests with plenty of natural light. Her open-plan design sees a dining area positioned forward, with seating for up to six guests. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270940/image/large-4c86fc61be96fa27a81417b5022f45be.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270940"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270937/image/large-5690f61763ddf355c170b9e27638477c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270937"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270938/image/large-c6fb4255c652215b4a61a5d91d100eab.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270938"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270932/image/large-234e7140c5950f7eb98214192a705f2c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270932">With around 91 GT of internal volume, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</a> can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests across a four stateroom configuration, each with its own ensuite bathroom. She can also sleep a crew of four across two cabins on the lower deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270944/image/large-3a03c47a6957d2923c95be8ad446aa3e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270944"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270943/image/large-648ae9d4376f082624682794d4e319b0.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270943"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270934/image/large-9f1cb4cd1c3b79e81b631af3ff84d082.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270934">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, which provide her with a cruising speed of 20 knots and an exhilarating top speed of 31 knots. At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Bee24.71m (81'1&quot;)Ferretti Yachts2011">Lady Bee</a> had a last known asking price of €2,000,000. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270941/image/large-929a7456d1dfa907b84a1bb7662d4891.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270941">

25m Ferretti motor yacht Lady Bee sold

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

25m Ferretti F800 motor yacht Lady Bee sold

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

Onboard 36m Mulder ThirtySix yacht Delta One 

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

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

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

37m Yachting Developments yacht Bliss joins the market 

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


37m Yachting Developments sailing yacht Bliss joins the market 

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

Explosion and fire on 23m Pearl yacht Tomi in Mallorca 

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


Explosion and fire onboard 23m Pearl yacht Tomi in Mallorca

The 102.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 1011 superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> has been delivered to her owner. According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>'s newly upgraded AIS tracking feature, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is heading to Bergen, Norway. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293484/image/large-36f193113d7d699141e8caae64f76a94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293484">Launched in October 2023 from the De Vries Makkum facility, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is currently the third largest yacht to be launched by the Netherlands-based shipyard at the time of print. The top flagship spot will soon be taken by the 118.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 821 yacht, which is due to launch later this year. &nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/58611" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="103m Feadship superyacht Project 1011 launched (2023-10-08 13:50:00 +0200)">103m Feadship superyacht Project 1011 launched</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293482/image/large-db95157c8a210208d687cd76ac53d29c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293482">Ulysses</a> began construction in 2020 at the Zwijnenburg Shipyard, where her hull and superstructure were built. The yacht was then transported to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> Makkum facility for outfitting and completion.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="In pictures: 103m Feadship superyacht Project 1011 moves from Makkum to Amsterdam (2023-11-13 09:45:00 +0100)">In pictures: 103m Feadship superyacht Project 1011 moves from Makkum to Amsterdam</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295308/image/large-2d82e12d8d33eb329e6212441099e847.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295308">She features a sheer bow and minimalist lines, with exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Architecture &amp; Design</a> and naval architecture from the boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design &amp; Naval Architecture</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is also the tenth collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Architecture &amp; Design</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289087/image/large-5bc71c72f7714da9c11c0650c1060191.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289087">Ulysses</a> boasts 1,100 square metres of exterior glass that includes twenty exterior sliding doors and twelve glass windbreaks. She was built for a highly experienced owner who was closely involved in every detail of the build from the start to finish. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289086/image/large-5a2e1cf34a4eebb49cbcdce176e2eabb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289086">With a volume of just under 3,000 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is able to accommodate up to 20 guests, as well as a crew of 30. She is also equipped with a winter garden on her main deck aft, with sliding glass panels which open the entire area up.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59189" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="103m Feadship superyacht Ulysses on sea trials (2023-12-01 14:00:00 +0100)">103m Feadship superyacht Ulysses on sea trials</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295311/image/large-acbd5ee1e6adfdcf53932bf60c8eb0de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295311">A key design element of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is her single deck engine room that minimises the impact of the technical spaces and therefore maximises the guest spaces. She features a distinctive profile and purposeful personality.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295312/image/large-d7669bd2607e8be59a3c3823938d7597.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295312">Key amenities onboard the Project 1011 yacht include four outdoor hot tubs, a swimming pool covering the full-height of the main deck and accessed from the pool deck; a helicopter hangar under the forward helipad and eight hull doors (one of which is the largest tender garage door ever installed on a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>).<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295310/image/large-f0c7740f01b74971529f62f05a646f5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295310">Regarding performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, providing her with a top speed of 17.5 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots. The yacht is also fitted with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum Marine Stabilizers</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293483/image/large-b001997e164c6ee5c902e74b14f9f276.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293483">According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> currently has several yachts in-build, with the flagship 118.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> 821 yacht due for launch later this year. She will take the top spot from the 118-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Launchpad118.0m (387'2&quot;)Feadship2024">Launchpad</a> which was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Breaking news: 118m Feadship superyacht 1010 delivered and named Launchpad (2024-02-29 17:30:00 +0100)">delivered in February 2024</a>.&nbsp;

103m Feadship 1011 yacht Ulysses delivered

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

103m Feadship 1011 superyacht Ulysses delivered

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

Inside the yacht brokerage industry’s class-action controversy

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

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

SuperYacht Times partners with the Singapore Yachting Festival

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

SuperYacht Times partners with the Singapore Yachting Festival 2024

The 61-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/40" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Hakvoort Shipyard (Company)">Royal Hakvoort</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a> has been spotted on her sea trials by SuperYacht Times Content Creator Nick Smits. During her sea trials <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a> passed through Amsterdam, the Netherlands and cruised past the SuperYacht Times office on her way to the North Sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308454/image/large-c6c4f3bc8220499149499df9993c14d7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308454">Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Architecture &amp; Design</a> which were responsible for her exterior design, YN253, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a>, was commissioned by a passionate owner looking for a seamless blend of style, functionality.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308458/image/large-28bc799c9c07fb2008a45a0fda32dfbc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308458"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a> was built under the supervision of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> and designed with a carefully considered balance of indoor and outdoor spaces. She can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests across an six stateroom configuration, with her full-beam owner’s suite situated on a private deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308456/image/large-8463f50ee53875021e99201dc8c27ef5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308456">The private owner’s deck includes a skylounge with a bar, panoramic views from the master stateroom, twin ensuite bathrooms, a private study and an alfresco seating and dining area aft for up to 16 people.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59288" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="61m Hakvoort S-Class Project Asia superyacht launched (2024-01-22 13:30:00 +0100)">61m Hakvoort S-Class Project Asia superyacht launched</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308459/image/large-7002e4d63a73365d71e6e2f3d322ed41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308459">The main deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a> features a full-width VIP suite, with seating area and his and hers bathroom, as well as a lounge with a large dining table, seating area and bar. Further guest accommodations can be found on the lower deck, comprising four spacious double staterooms with ensuite bathrooms. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308453/image/large-fc78d12f1d72fbf4588b94cd226bb174.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308453">The aft lower deck aft also features a beachcomber with a massage room, a Hamman and entertainment area. The forward lower deck also has generous crew arrangements for eight. &nbsp; <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308455/image/large-55094e95805c29535fd51ed757eda7b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308455">The upper deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia61.0m (200'2&quot;)Royal Hakvoort Shipyard2024">Project Asia</a> is home to her wheelhouse and a range of facilities for the captain, as well as a spacious gym and outdoor seating aft. While the sundeck is complete with a swimming pool, full service bar, day head and a seating area with sunpads.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308460/image/large-075aaaf8be17baecd8d08a998a4a735a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308460">According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/40" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Hakvoort Shipyard (Company)">Royal Hakvoort</a> has several yachts in-build, including the 65-metre YN254, which was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/59211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Exclusive: Hull of 65m in-build Hakvoort YN254 superyacht transported through Amsterdam (2023-11-30 10:00:00 +0100)">seen passing the SuperYacht Times office in November 2023</a>, and the 45-metre YN256, with an expected delivery date of 2026.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308457/image/large-ffc9e54507324b6609d3060f69d7889f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308457">

61m Hakvoort yacht Project Asia on sea trials

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

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