<img src="/uploads/store/photo/18770/image/large-c3b1b9b6ea5bf20d1854d747a687e204.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/18770"> Just J’s&nbsp;in Madeira Captured here in Funchal on the Atlantic island of Madeira during her recent crossing to States is the 61-metre motor yacht Just J’s. She was built by Hakvoort for an experienced client and launched in 2015. Diana Yacht Design worked as naval architects on the project with fellow Dutch studio Sinot Exclusive Yacht Design selected as the designers of both the interior and exterior of the vessel. Her owner had a smaller 46-metre Delta Marine yacht by the same name which has since been renamed, 10. Photo by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/captainmartini/page2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Captain Martini</a>&nbsp;

61m superyacht Just J’s in Madeira

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The 61m superyacht Just J’s in Madeira

<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/397898/image/large-4b7dc2663b4c0371a9537ebf3563a277.jpeg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20260623%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20260623T053446Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=8b5c86ab497ba63a9f92d08abef46072de16af2088157255c5caa6e576fc4715" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397898">The 110-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/6030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ambassador110.0m (360'11&quot;)Feadship2018">Ambassador</a> was spotted in Antibes in March this year. Delivered in 2018, she was also <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/66119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The largest superyachts in the region for the Cannes Film Festival 2026 (2026-05-19 13:45:00 +0200)">one of the largest superyachts present in the region during the 2026 Cannes Film Festival</a>.Previously known as Anna, she features naval architecture developed in-house 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>, while her striking exterior lines were designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/25" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Michael Leach Design Ltd. (Company)">Michael Leach Design</a>. Onboard highlights include a swimming pool, a beach club, and a spacious foredeck that serves as both a touch-and-go helipad and a recreational area for activities such as basketball.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ambassador110.0m (360'11&quot;)Feadship2018">Ambassador</a> accommodates up to 16 guests across eight well-appointed staterooms, with a crew of 32 on hand to ensure a high level of service and comfort. She is powered by a diesel-electric propulsion system comprising electric motors and four <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, enabling a top speed of 18 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots.According to AIS data, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ambassador110.0m (360'11&quot;)Feadship2018">Ambassador</a> is currently located in La Ciotat.

Feadship yacht Ambassador in Antibes

The 110-metre Feadship superyacht Ambassador was spotted in Antibes in March. 

110m Feadship superyacht Ambassador in Antibes

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397620/image/large-ff2a7140591d5e824452afa8a949164c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397620">The 77.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Golden Yachts Ltd. (Company)">Golden Yachts</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> was spotted docked in Monaco last Tuesday. Delivered in 2023, she is currently listed for sale with Crispin Baynes and Dimitris Maroulis of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>.Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/76" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Vafiadis (Company)">Studio Vafiadis</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> features interiors created in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1156" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Massari Design S.r.l. (Company)">Massari Design</a>, showcasing more than 250 different finishes, ranging from exotic woods to precious stones. Since her delivery, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> has had a single owner, who invested an additional €5 million in upgrades and enhancements to her onboard systems.Accommodation is provided for up to 17 guests across eight luxurious staterooms, including a full-beam owner's suite on the main deck. Onboard amenities include a swimming pool on the main deck, while the sun deck features a bar, Jacuzzi and lounge area. The upper deck is dedicated to alfresco dining, and the yacht also incorporates a hammam, sauna and massage suite.Powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a> cruises comfortably at 16.5 knots and can reach a top speed of 18 knots.

Golden yacht Malia in Monaco

The 77.7-metre Golden Yachts superyacht Malia was spotted docked in Monaco last Tuesday.

78m Golden superyacht Malia in Monaco

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397455/image/large-20ac566c8bb51a7b8a4b1ec5e51b7440.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397455">The 52-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/518" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady B52.0m (170'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2008">Lady B</a> was recently spotted at anchor off Salcombe, on the South Devon coast of England. According to AIS data, she is currently moored in Falmouth.Delivered in 2008, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/518" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady B52.0m (170'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2008">Lady B</a> features exterior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/245" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Natucci (Company)">Stefano Natucci</a>, interior created design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5687" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mauro Izzo (Company)">Mauro Izzo</a>, and naval architecture crafted in-house by her builder. She underwent a significant interior refit in 2022, carried out by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2524" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Destry Darr Designs (Company)">Destry Darr Designs</a> at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1263" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dania Cut Super Yacht Repair Facility (Company)">Dania Cut Superyacht Repair Facility</a>.Measuring 812 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/518" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady B52.0m (170'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2008">Lady B</a> can accommodate up to 12 guests across six staterooms, including a full-beam owner's suite complete with two private balconies. Onboard highlights include an elegant glass lift and a generous sundeck offering multiple sunbathing areas and alfresco dining for up to 30 guests. The sundeck also features a Jacuzzi, providing a further touch of luxury whilst at sea.With regard to propulsion, the yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 16 knots.

Benetti yacht Lady B in Salcombe

The 52-metre Benetti superyacht Lady B was recently spotted at anchor off Salcombe.

52m Benetti superyacht Lady B in Salcombe

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397237/image/large-7d3e3e6742969dfff9fb1d95393fbcb3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397237">Spotted yesterday at the Lérins Islands were <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2996" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kleven Maritime AS (Company)">Kleven</a> sistership superyachts: the 116-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5796" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Multiverse116.0m (380'7&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2018">Multiverse</a> and the 107.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andromeda107.4m (352'4&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2016">Andromeda</a>.In the foreground, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5796" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Multiverse116.0m (380'7&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2018">Multiverse</a>, originally delivered as Ulysses in 2018, carries an Airbus H145 helicopter. She stands out as one of the largest explorer yachts in the world. Her robust exterior was drawn from the boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2997" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marin Teknikk AS (Company)">Marin Teknikk</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4397" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oscar Mike Limited (Company)">Oscar Mike Limited</a>, complemented by interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a>. Measuring 6,862 GT across six decks, she carries an extensive fleet of tenders and toys, including a 21-metre support vessel housed in a vast side garage. In terms of accommodation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5796" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Multiverse116.0m (380'7&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2018">Multiverse</a> can accommodate up to 30 guests and 40 crew.In the background, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andromeda107.4m (352'4&quot;)Kleven Maritime AS2016">Andromeda</a> was built as Project U107 and delivered in 2016. The yacht is the brainchild of an experienced owner with a long history of expedition-style yachts. At 5,937 GT, her exterior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2997" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marin Teknikk AS (Company)">Marin Teknikk</a>, with her rugged profile shaped in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4397" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oscar Mike Limited (Company)">Oscar Mike Limited</a> and the original owner. <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> is responsible for her modern interior scheme.As sisterships, both vessels share the same propulsion setup: twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> diesel engines delivering a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 16 knots. According to AIS data, both yachts are currently at anchor in Saint-Tropez.

superyachts Multiverse and Andromeda Lérins Islands

Spotted yesterday at the Lérins Islands were Kleven sistership superyachts: the 116-metre Multiverse and the 107.4-metre Andromeda.

100m+ superyachts Multiverse and Andromeda at Lérins Islands

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397150/image/large-843519c5d1eee2588222c47260858dee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397150">The 73.3-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/3448" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautilus73.3m (240'6&quot;)Perini Navi2014">Nautilus</a> has been spotted making her second visit to Guernsey, having first called at the island on 2 May 2016. She was seen in St Peter Port yesterday and is now en route to Gibraltar, according to AIS data.Previously known as Grace E, she was delivered in 2014 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> under its Picchiotti brand in Viareggio, as the largest motor yacht ever built by the shipyard. The 1,876 GT vessel features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/53" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Briand Yacht Design (Company)">Briand Yacht Design</a>, with interiors originally conceived by French designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a>. She underwent a refit in 2023 with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/681" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Marine (Company)">Monaco Marine</a> at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7074" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Safe Harbor (Company)">Safe Harbour</a> La Ciotat.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3448" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautilus73.3m (240'6&quot;)Perini Navi2014">Nautilus</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> diesel-electric engines, affording her a cruising speed of 12 knots, a top speed of 16.5 knots, and a range of 7,500 nautical miles.

73m Perini Navi superyacht Nautilus in Guernsey

The 73.3-metre Perini Navi superyacht Nautilus has been spotted making her second visit to Guernsey.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397097/image/large-de91ec36c9556c0dc6619a19d462483e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397097">Following two charters throughout the islands of Fiji, the 40.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8941" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northern Escape40.8m (133'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2022">Northern Escape</a> was spotted anchored in a scenic bay amid the crystal-clear waters surrounding the island. She has since made moves for her first ever season in French Polynesia. According to AIS data, she is currently off the coast of Nadi, Fiji.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8941" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northern Escape40.8m (133'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2022">Northern Escape</a> was delivered in 2022 and presents naval architecture penned in-house by her builder. Her exterior design was created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a>, while her interiors were conceived by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5263" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bonetti / Kozerski architecture DPC (Company)">Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture</a>. Inside, her elegant interiors accommodate up to 12 guests across five staterooms. The space is distinguished by light wood panelling and neutral tones throughout. This lends a warm, homely atmosphere to all those aboard.Moving outside, her exterior entertaining space is a true highlight. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8941" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northern Escape40.8m (133'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2022">Northern Escape</a> showcases a wet bar, an expansive U-shaped sofa, and an opulent infinity pool at her stern. Plentiful lounge areas are also available across the yacht's teak decks, including a generously sized fitted sofa on the sundeck, complemented by an adjacent oversized sunpad and Jacuzzi, as well as a large alfresco dining area complete with seating for up to 10 guests.In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8941" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northern Escape40.8m (133'10&quot;)Benetti SpA2022">Northern Escape</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, affording her a top speed of 17.5 knots and a cruising speed of 15 knots.

41m Benetti superyacht Northern Escape in Fiji

Following two charters throughout the islands of Fiji, the 40.8-metre Benetti superyacht Northern Escape was spotted anchored in a scenic bay.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397057/image/large-4de87309467dff8f61f6d021318d49d1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397057">The 43-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hike Metal Works (Company)">Hike Metal Works</a> explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3859" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Friendly Confines43.0m (141'1&quot;)Hike Metal Works2006">Friendly Confines</a> was spotted docked in Dublin, Ireland, late last May. According to AIS data, she is currently in Bergen, Norway, having arrived from Belfast earlier this month.Delivered in 2006 by the Canadian shipyard, the yacht was formerly known as Marcato and Copasetic. More recently, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3859" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Friendly Confines43.0m (141'1&quot;)Hike Metal Works2006">Friendly Confines</a> underwent an extensive refit at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="STP Shipyard Palma (Company)">STP Shipyard Palma</a> between 2025 and 2026. Among her defining exterior features is a blue hull, which complements her rugged explorer profile.Her interiors were designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/489" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gold Coast Design Studio (Company)">Gold Coast Design Studio</a>, while naval architecture and exterior design were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2432" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Guarino & Cox (Company)">Guarino &amp; Cox</a>. With an internal volume of 491 GT, she can accommodate up to 12 guests across five well-appointed staterooms, attended by a crew of seven.In terms of propulsion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3859" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Friendly Confines43.0m (141'1&quot;)Hike Metal Works2006">Friendly Confines</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, enabling a cruising speed of 13 knots and a top speed of 14 knots.

43m explorer yacht Friendly Confines in Dublin

The 43-metre Hike Metal Works explorer yacht Friendly Confines was spotted docked in Dublin, Ireland.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396837/image/large-d8ba973efacc6a431309d036f5b1a3df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396837">The 95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Golden Yachts Ltd. (Company)">Golden Yachts</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="O'Pari95.0m (311'8&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2020">O’Pari&nbsp;</a>was recently seen anchored in Athens, Greece, ahead of Posidonia 2026. Several other superyachts, including the 60.98-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13282" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="O'Madeleine60.98m (200'1&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2025">O'Madeleine</a>, were also spotted in the area during the international shipping exhibition, which took place from 1 to 5 June.Delivered in 2020, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="O'Pari95.0m (311'8&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2020">O’Pari&nbsp;</a>remains the largest yacht built by the Greek shipyard to date. She forms part of a fleet of distinctive <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Golden Yachts Ltd. (Company)">Golden Yachts</a> projects, alongside notable vessels such as the 87.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project X87.6m (287'5&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2022">Project X</a> and the 77.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11076" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malia77.7m (254'11&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2023">Malia</a>, which was launched in 2023.Her exterior and interior design were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/76" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Vafiadis (Company)">Studio Vafiadis</a>. Spanning 2,700 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="O'Pari95.0m (311'8&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2020">O’Pari</a> offers a range of standout amenities, including a touch-and-go helipad positioned on the forward upper deck, an expansive sundeck complete with a DJ booth, bar and Jacuzzi, and a dedicated wellness area featuring a massage room, Turkish hammam and Finnish sauna.Accommodation is provided for guests across a collection of marble- and mosaic-clad staterooms, comprising nine double cabins and four twin cabins.Powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="O'Pari95.0m (311'8&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2020">O’Pari</a> cruises comfortably at 16 knots and can reach a top speed of 20 knots. She is currently en route to Split, Croatia, according to AIS Data.

Golden Yachts yacht O’Pari in Athens

The 95-metre Golden Yachts superyacht O’Pari was recently seen anchored in Athens, Greece.

95m Golden Yachts superyacht O’Pari in Athens

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396774/image/large-a930a2ff3cfa4b35df518a453ca17847.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396774">The 59.2-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/588" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Le Pharaon59.2m (194'3&quot;)Feadship1989">Le Pharaon</a> was recently seen anchored in Stabia Main Port, Castellammare di Stabia, Italy. According to AIS data, the yacht arrived from Bizerte, Tunisia, where she had been located since late last month.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/588" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Le Pharaon59.2m (194'3&quot;)Feadship1989">Le Pharaon</a> is the second yacht to bear the name, having been commissioned by the same owner. After spending much of each year living aboard the original 55.5-metre Le Pharaon, now called <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/596" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Victory55.5m (182'1&quot;)Feadship1983">Victory</a>, the owner opted to commission a larger successor tailored to extended periods of cruising.Designed 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>, the yacht is characterised by the angular styling of her main deck superstructure and a timeless profile. Inside, the original interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/128" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Larvor (Company)">Larvor</a> were extensively refreshed and restyled in 2015 by designer Laura Pomponi of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2090" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luxury Projects (Company)">Luxury Projects</a>, with accommodation available for up to 12 guests.Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/588" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Le Pharaon59.2m (194'3&quot;)Feadship1989">Le Pharaon</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 enable a cruising speed of 15.6 knots. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, both generations of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/588" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Le Pharaon59.2m (194'3&quot;)Feadship1989">Le Pharaon</a> were conceived with highly advanced engine room arrangements designed to support long-range cruising and global exploration.

Feadship yacht Le Pharaon in Italy

The 59.2-metre Feadship superyacht Le Pharaon was recently seen anchored in Stabia Main Port.

59m classic Feadship superyacht Le Pharaon in Italy

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396599/image/large-12f0068c8c0415bd38cda0d7548b0ea0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396599">The 68.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Starlust68.2m (223'9&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2020">Starlust</a> was seen anchored off Kos, Greece, on 15 May. According to AIS data, she departed the island on 31 May and is currently en route to Bodrum, Turkey.Previously named Soaring, the vessel was delivered in 2020 and was designed entirely in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1042" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Focus Yacht Design (Company)">Focus Yacht Design</a>. Her exterior is characterised by a sleek profile, featuring a sharp bow, clean lines and a light grey hull contrasted by a white superstructure. Inside, the 1,541 GT yacht accommodates up to 12 guests across six staterooms. The full-beam owner's suite is among the yacht's standout features, benefitting from a forward-facing position and generous proportions, while an adjoining library offers panoramic views through expansive glazing.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, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Starlust68.2m (223'9&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2020">Starlust</a> cruises comfortably at 14 knots and can reach a top speed of 16.2 knots.

Abeking & Rasmussen yacht Starlust in Greece

The 68.2-metre Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht Starlust was seen anchored off Kos, Greece, on 15 May.

68m Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht Starlust in Greece

Spanish refit and repair specialist <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros de Mallorca S.A. (Company)">Astilleros de Mallorca</a> has announced the appointment of Enrique Tintore as its new Commercial Director.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397920/image/large-eafb40a43f57108f116704f5b6a5a5fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397920">Tintore joins the Palma-based shipyard with a background in Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture, bringing extensive technical expertise and experience within the international superyacht sector.Prior to joining <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros de Mallorca S.A. (Company)">Astilleros de Mallorca</a>, Tintore spent nearly a decade at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>, where he was involved in the development and delivery of several innovative projects across the company's yacht portfolio, including the first Xplorer 60 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11078" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="After You60.2m (197'6&quot;)Damen Yachting2025">After You</a> and her YS53 yacht support <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12677" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Emotional53.25m (174'8&quot;)Damen Yachting2025">Emotional</a>.&nbsp;Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64071" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting completes double delivery with Xplorer 60 After You and YS53 Emotional (2025-08-21 11:30:00 +0200)">Damen Yachting completes double delivery with Xplorer 60 After You and YS53 Emotional</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333944/image/large-076b8d514006d5235b5d3cf442ea37e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333944">In his new role, Tintore will support <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros de Mallorca S.A. (Company)">Astilleros de Mallorca</a>'s commercial activities and strategic development as the shipyard continues to expand its position within the global superyacht refit and maintenance market.Founded in 1942, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/211" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros de Mallorca S.A. (Company)">Astilleros de Mallorca</a> is one of the Mediterranean's leading refit facilities, providing maintenance, repair and conversion services for superyachts and commercial vessels from its facilities in Palma de Mallorca.

Enrique Tintore appointed as Commercial Director at Astilleros de Mallorca

Astilleros de Mallorca has announced the appointment of Enrique Tintore as its new Commercial Director.

Astilleros de Mallorca appoints Enrique Tintore as Commercial Director

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14675" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Solea23.9m (78'5&quot;)Zeelander Yachts2026">third hull&nbsp;</a>of the 23.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 yacht series has been delivered ahead of her debut at 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 2026</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397924/image/large-3e096ec4544d8fea5ac7729a1dd1c1f6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397924">Delivered from the family-owned Groot-Ammers shipyard, she is described as ‘the most powerful’ <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 to-date, reaching 40 knots during sea trials with 4,000 horsepower quad <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> IPS-1350 engines.Custom-built in the Netherlands, the yacht reflects an owner who had already spent extended time aboard a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 7 in complete privacy and without crew. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> Founder and Chairman Sietse Koopmans explained that this experience refined the owner’s understanding of life at sea and translating it into a highly personalised brief for the new build.“For owners who spend their working lives surrounded by people, a yacht without crew is not a compromise. That is the point,” added Sietse. “No schedules to coordinate, no staff to manage, no professional distance to maintain. Just the water, and the freedom to be entirely off duty. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 makes that possible without asking anything in return: low-maintenance materials, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo</a> IPS propulsion and systems built for simplicity mean the yacht runs quietly in every sense of the word.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397927/image/large-10cf2de4f800936635d8345c7a8e0f94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397927">For the third hull in the series, the owner’s brief was to take what he valued most about the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 7 and enhance it with greater space and openness. Her interiors are defined by swamp oak, a timber recovered from riverbeds after decades submerged, where it slowly absorbs minerals and tannins, turning almost entirely black. This richly aged material is used as the yacht’s primary surface throughout.It is paired with exclusive leathers and detailed accents finished in Porsche Agate, creating a restrained yet richly textured palette. The main saloon is centred around a generous dining table, designed to elevate the space as a setting for entertaining guests.Moreover, the galley has been reworked to feel fully integrated into the living space rather than set apart, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander’s</a> signature curved sliding window extends the interior seamlessly onto the aft deck.&nbsp;In place of a conventional bar with stools in the aft corner, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 introduces an oversized L-shaped seating area. Sheltered from the elements yet closely connected to the deck, it was the owner’s preferred spot on his previous yacht and now serves as the focal point of the entire aft layout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397922/image/large-8976358f72ad97c00af25402109b2294.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397922">The third hull of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 also caters to an active life onboard, with a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Jet Tenders (Company)">Williams</a> 435 Jet tender housed in the side tender bay alongside Seabobs and flyboards, all neatly stowed within the hull.Designed for owner operation without a permanent crew, electric scooter assistance, gyro stabilisation and joystick docking make handling straightforward. Meanwhile, additional berths allow crew to be accommodated when conditions or company require it.At seven knots, her range extends to around 2,700 nautical miles and 630 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 32 knots. Thanks to her refined engineering and propulsion setup, interior sound levels are kept to just 65 A-weighted decibels.Delivered from the family-owned Groot-Ammers shipyard, she is described as ‘the most powerful’ <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 to-date, reaching 40 knots during sea trials with 4,000 horsepower quad <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> IPS-1350 engines.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397925/image/large-2a770e4089eb5f68a2661312284d859e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397925">Custom-built in the Netherlands, the yacht reflects an owner who had already spent extended time aboard a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 7 in complete privacy and without crew. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> Founder and Chairman Sietse Koopmans explained that this experience refined the owner’s understanding of life at sea and translating it into a highly personalised brief for the new build.“For owners who spend their working lives surrounded by people, a yacht without crew is not a compromise. That is the point,” added Sietse. “No schedules to coordinate, no staff to manage, no professional distance to maintain. Just the water, and the freedom to be entirely off duty. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 makes that possible without asking anything in return: low-maintenance materials, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo</a> IPS propulsion and systems built for simplicity mean the yacht runs quietly in every sense of the word.”For the third hull in the series, the owner’s brief was to take what he valued most about the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 7 and enhance it with greater space and openness. Her interiors are defined by swamp oak, a timber recovered from riverbeds after decades submerged, where it slowly absorbs minerals and tannins, turning almost entirely black. This richly aged material is used as the yacht’s primary surface throughout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397923/image/large-0bad1f01437bfd35a1ef10441092edc8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397923">It is paired with exclusive leathers and detailed accents finished in Porsche Agate, creating a restrained yet richly textured palette. The main saloon is centred around a generous dining table, designed to elevate the space as a setting for entertaining guests.Moreover, the galley has been reworked to feel fully integrated into the living space rather than set apart, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander’s</a> signature curved sliding window extends the interior seamlessly onto the aft deck.&nbsp;In place of a conventional bar with stools in the aft corner, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 introduces an oversized L-shaped seating area. Sheltered from the elements yet closely connected to the deck, it was the owner’s preferred spot on his previous yacht and now serves as the focal point of the entire aft layout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397925/image/large-2a770e4089eb5f68a2661312284d859e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397925">The third hull of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> 8 also caters to an active life onboard, with a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Jet Tenders (Company)">Williams</a> 435 Jet tender housed in the side tender bay alongside <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cayago AG / Seabob (Company)">Seabobs</a> and flyboards, all neatly stowed within the hull.Designed for owner operation without a permanent crew, electric scooter assistance, gyro stabilisation and joystick docking make handling straightforward. Meanwhile, additional berths allow crew to be accommodated when conditions or company require it.At seven knots, her range extends to around 2,700 nautical miles and 630 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 32 knots. Thanks to her refined engineering and propulsion setup, interior sound levels are kept to just 65 A-weighted decibels.

Third Zeelander 8 yacht delivered

he third hull of the 23.9-metre Zeelander 8 yacht series has been delivered ahead of her debut at the Monaco Yacht Show 2026.


Third 24m Zeelander 8 motor yacht delivered ahead of Monaco debut

Maintaining and modernising existing superyachts is a process that requires dedicated expertise and precision - both of which are deeply integrated into the philosophy at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a>. Each project that enters the yard, whether a new-build, refit, rebuild or maintenance, receives unparalleled care.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/362083/image/large-fbeb955eb34cc5a27b4157d515eb00eb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/362083">Refitting excellence&nbsp;For more than a century, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> have branded themselves not only as a builder of some of the most groundbreaking superyachts, but they also have a strong refit and services facility - one that has, over time, become a crucial element of the yard.&nbsp;Working with an existing structure, the refit process differs from that of a new-build. There are more restrictions to work with and varying factors to consider, unlike working with a blank canvas. While every refit is different, depending not only on the brief of the client, but also on the technical elements of the yacht being refitted, the yard has worked to create a largely streamlined refit process.“We have a standard order of operation,” shares Swen Westerdijk, Head of Refit at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a>. The process commences with an initial analysis, ensuring the team understands all that needs to be done during the refit; from there the most strategic way to go about the refit is planned out. Once the strategy and outline are ready, the refit goes into the engineering and procurement phase before everything is carried out and executed.&nbsp;The duration of this time, and the extent of each refit depends, of course, on the yacht and the owner’s wishes. While the process is standardised as much as possible, the execution and internal activities vary from yacht to yacht. “The key to a successful refit lies in thorough preparation before the work begins,” Swen emphasises.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280121/image/large-a8b36c5277760081ecb6711350eaea7f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280121">Current refitsTypically, the refit and services sector of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> yard plans for two to three refits per year, yet the number heavily depends on timelines or delays in the supply chain. The latter, however, is something for which <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> is well-prepared: the yard has spare parts inventory ensuring they are prepared and independent of supplier timelines.Currently, the yard is working on an extensive refit of a superyacht that was built at the very same facilities in the early 2000s. There is a logistical advantage in refitting a superyacht at the facility it was built, but more than that, there’s something magical about getting to build a project and also be granted the responsibility to refit it two decades later. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/8499/image/large-a5715887142df531d75fd512eb5c4327.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/8499">Refitting ‘foreign’ vessels&nbsp;Not all yachts that make their way to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> facilities for a refit were built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">A&amp;R</a>. The team also undertakes refit projects of other vessels. “The differences are not actually as great as one might think,” shares Swen. “Should technical documentation be missing, we are able to create a digital twin very quickly.” Not only that, but the yard has ample in-house expertise, especially in design and project planning, which enables them to carry out even the most complex kinds of refit.In 2025, the yard refitted the 73-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/112" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Starfire73.0m (239'6&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2007">Starfire</a>. Swen shares how “the key to it being a successful refit was a clear project structure and close, ongoing communication between us and the client, owner’s representative and crew.” Regular meetings, transparent progress reports and centrally managed project management ensured that all parties were fully informed during all stages of the refit. “This open communication enabled us to identify challenges at an early stage,” Swen notes, “which in turn allowed us to make decisions efficiently and ensure each project is completed on time and within budget. The excellent cooperation between all the parties ensured the success of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/112" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Starfire73.0m (239'6&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2007">Starfire</a>’s refit.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347943/image/large-5325bae30977acf57effd97cbdc68d77.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347943">Refit challengesNo matter how big or small the project, each refit comes with its own set of challenges. Yet surprisingly, “the biggest challenge is not usually the technical work, but rather the combination of limited space onboard, existing structures and owner expectations,” notes Swen, “and doing so whilst adhering to time and budget constraints.”While every superyacht brings challenges unique to their layout and structure, they tend to fit into one of three categories: technical constraints, weight and stability requirements, and short dockyard periods. Other challenges that the yard runs into more frequently are the integration of new technologies and the classification and flag state regulations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/34390/image/large-1f63d71ec224f5b040cf9fe05bc874e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34390">However, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> is not unfamiliar with these challenges, and has various systems in place to navigate anything that pops up along the refit journey. This includes an initial comprehensive assessment of the project and what needs to be done, as well as getting all the stakeholders involved from a very early stage. Before any refit project commences, the team at the yard undertakes a detailed digital plan, involving a thorough risk management, as well as defining clear priorities of the project and updating those along the way.&nbsp;Yet possibly the greatest challenge the team comes across “is to create a modern, bespoke result without upsetting the balance of the existing yacht structure, safety, certification and schedule” Swen notes. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/34391/image/large-55bc100614e5e28bb95ed82212ad380f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34391">The refit and service sector of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> strives to give yachts a second life and to create, out of an existing vessel, something that feels new and unique. “One of our core objectives is to breathe new life into our customers’ vessels,” notes Swen. “It’s not just about maintaining the value of the yacht, but about adding value.”

Abeking & Rasmussen’s refit & service branch: Breathing new life into the superyacht sector

A look inside the refit & service facility of Abeking & Rasmussen.

There are over 50 billion light bulbs in circulation globally, the vast majority LED-based. But the evolution from incandescent to fluorescent and now LED has come with unintended consequences, particularly for our biology. Increasingly, that means bringing wellness into the heart of onboard systems, and lighting is one of the most powerful tools for doing that. Michael Meeneghan, founder of system integrators MP Tech in the UK, looks into engineering circadian-friendly lighting at sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397073/image/large-8a6f614768b4a055483b03c753d7fccc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397073">Modern mass-market LED luminaires are predominantly built around a “blue pump” architecture. This architecture boosts luminous efficacy by amplifying the blue portion of the spectrum (typically ~450nm) and then converting some of it into other wavelengths using phosphors.&nbsp;While technically impressive and energy-efficient, the issue is spectral imbalance. Blue-rich white light, especially in the evening hours, suppresses melatonin production, the hormone responsible for sleep onset. This leads to circadian rhythm disruption (SCRD), manifesting in poor sleep quality, fatigue, cognitive decline, and long-term health risks. For those at sea, crossing time zones, working night shifts, or living in enclosed, artificially lit environments, the risks are magnified. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397074/image/large-0b490baf7772bd1cbd895380dbf78c73.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397074">What is Circadian-friendly lighting?&nbsp;Circadian lighting is about aligning artificial illumination with the body’s internal 24-hour clock. Human-centric lighting (HCL) systems do this by varying both colour temperature and intensity throughout the day:&nbsp;• Cool, bright light (~5000–6500K) in the morning stimulates alertness and cognitive performance.&nbsp;• Warm, dimmed light (~1800–2700K) in the evening promotes relaxation and sleep readiness.&nbsp;But HCL is not just about colour temperature; it’s also about spectral fidelity, flicker control, and CRI (colour rendering index). Truly circadian-supportive lighting delivers high CRI (ideally 95+), flicker-free performance, and a balanced spectral output that respects human biology.&nbsp;These are the standards that MP Tech has adopted when designing and commissioning lighting schemes for yachts, with a focus on ensuring biological alignment without compromising visual quality.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397075/image/large-3c2a7a8b5196bdcbc153ad8c24a44620.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397075">Why this matters on a superyacht&nbsp;Unlike land-based homes, yacht interiors are removed from natural daylight cycles. Guests move across time zones, crew work non-traditional shifts, and spaces are often enclosed with limited exposure to sunlight. In such conditions, artificial lighting becomes the dominant environmental cue for the body. For crew, this means supporting shift-work without compromising health. For guests, it means enhancing comfort, reducing jet lag, and creating spaces that feel intuitively “right”, whether waking up in the Med or winding down in the Caribbean.&nbsp;Sleep and Circadian Disruption (SCRD) isn’t always dramatic – it accumulates. But its impact is real and can lead to reduced sleep quality, lower productivity, mood volatility and slower recovery. In luxury hospitality, where every detail matters, lighting becomes both an aesthetic and a physiological asset.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397071/image/large-4e5955784fa2513194673e69d7f36b4a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397071">Moving to better standards It’s not uncommon to find beautifully crafted, high-value luminaires aboard yachts that are fitted with subpar light engines. The result? Ornate fixtures delivering flickering, low-CRI, spectrally imbalanced light that undercuts both wellness and visual impact. This dissonance between decorative quality and lighting quality requires thoughtful re-engineering to resolve. The key is to respect the design intent while addressing performance shortfalls that can affect wellbeing.&nbsp;Fortunately, the lighting industry is progressing. New human-centric lighting standards now prioritise:&nbsp;• Flicker-free drivers with high-frequency PWM or DC dimming • High CRI LED chips, often approaching CRI 98+&nbsp;• Tunable white modules with dynamic CCT from warm white to cool white&nbsp;• Full-spectrum LEDs that eliminate blue spike and restore spectral balance&nbsp;These technologies are more compact, marine-compatible, increasingly retrofit- friendly, and typically combine: • Tunable white luminaires with dual-channel or multi-channel LED modules • Intelligent controls that adjust scenes automatically or via user inputs • Sensors and automation that adapt to time of day, presence or ambient light&nbsp;When lighting designers work closely with yacht architects and AV-integrators to specify, program and commission these systems, the result is lighting that flows with the rhythm of life, not against it. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397076/image/large-d9c9e416c484bc6996c480d8739d824c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397076">From design to delivery&nbsp;For new builds, early engagement is critical. Lighting design conversations should be had at concept stage to ensure that both technical and experiential requirements are addressed holistically. Each project starts with a light-use audit, mapping the way each space is used throughout the day and night. From there, tailored control strategies are developed and appropriate luminaires and drivers supplied, managing installation and commissioning through to final handover.&nbsp;For refits, improvements can still be significant, from replacing existing fittings and fixtures with flicker-free, high CRI LED, all the way to upgrading ornate and bespoke fixtures through re-chipping – replacing old LED modules with high-spec, flicker-free alternatives – preserving visual continuity while delivering a measurable step forward in performance and wellbeing.&nbsp;While guest areas are often the focus of design, crew quarters, corridors and service areas require just as much attention. Lighting in these spaces influences alertness, fatigue and productivity – key factors in operational excellence. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397072/image/large-af2a3cfb4818d508d6436e785f8eefe2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397072">The future of Circadian lighting&nbsp;As understanding of circadian biology continues to evolve, so too does lighting technology. We are now exploring full-spectrum lighting profiles that better simulate sunrise, midday and dusk; the integration of near-infrared (IR) and UV elements for skin stimulation and environmental hygiene; and wearable data integration to adapt lighting in real time based on user chronotype or sleep cycles.&nbsp;These innovations will likely become part of the next generation of wellness-centred yacht systems. Whether in a new build or a smart retrofit, lighting doesn’t just illuminate, it enhances life at sea.&nbsp;

How human-centric light design is transforming wellness at sea

Blue-rich LEDs disrupt sleep at sea. Here's how circadian-friendly lighting systems are improving wellbeing for superyacht crew and guests

The 42.65-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/5743" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H 42.65m (139'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2015">H</a> has been listed for sale with Rob Newton of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>. Delivered in 2015 by the Italian shipyard as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Fast 140 series, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> is presented as a turnkey and charter-ready vessel, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a> classification and MCA compliance following her comprehensive 2024 refit.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397851/image/large-a9e5cf1add558dbb0201fe5c213c52e9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397851">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5743" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H 42.65m (139'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2015">yacht H for sale</a> features 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>, while her interiors were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a>. Her naval architecture was developed in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>. Constructed with a GRP hull and superstructure, she has a beam of 8.1-metres and a draft of 2.23-metres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397862/image/large-db8b04203ffdf673d1d7a8f4de4b3aba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397862"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397854/image/large-ae4db671d7c8eec4434deca0f544f34f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397854">Inside, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> boasts a contemporary interior finished with light oak panelling, dark timber flooring, and neutral furnishings with touches blue. Large windows flood her main saloon with natural light, illuminating her massive lounge seating, formal dining area and her marble-topped bar. Moreover, a dedicated gym and wellness room offers a serene space for guests to relax and recharge.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397878/image/large-19629b8613f469999ecf9639972eb882.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397878"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397883/image/large-39f534ed850c57642aa7c0c33533964d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397883"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397879/image/large-77c257f2999512249879c6d172436c89.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397879">Moving 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> maximises her outdoor living thanks to four distinct exterior deck spaces. Highlights include Portuguese bow deck, which is fitted with a built-in Jacuzzi, wraparound seating and an alfresco dining area overlooking the water. Her aft and upper decks host additional lounge and dining spaces, while wide side decks and a generous swim platform blur the line between the yacht and the ocean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397860/image/large-4fb08a59c192ee2435c1e66175e6eaac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397860" 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/397857/image/large-0b09ce9144e895a554f6051285453fdc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397857"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397861/image/large-ac790e6a571b50c99e6fed7af129ef2f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397861">Spanning 376 GT, accommodation onboard <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale/built-by=benetti" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">the Benetti yacht for sale</a> is arranged for up to 10 guests across a five staterooms configuration, including a full-beam owner's suite complete with an adjoining sitting room, large windows and en suite bathrooms. Separate quarters accommodate up to eight crew members, including the captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397865/image/large-706b75a77803a6d1e3d1ac9417622e9b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397865"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397870/image/large-3ff9d0c022212e03c4f3e78b04e70dd2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397870">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, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5743" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H 42.65m (139'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2015">yacht H for sale</a> cruises at nine knots and reaches a top speed of 21 knots. Equipped with zero-speed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2255" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CMC Marine (Company)">CMC</a> stabilisers for enhanced comfort both underway and at anchor. She offers a range of up to 2,560 nautical miles at cruising speed, which is ideal for long voyages. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397852/image/large-58b6a9de901c8e9c33515e62aba416cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397852">

43m Benetti motor yacht H for sale

The 43m Benetti Fast 140 motor yacht H has been listed for sale with IYC following a comprehensive 2024 refit.

The 60.96-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6958" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leapher Shipbuilding BV (Company)">Leapher</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12333" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon II60.96m (200'0&quot;)Leapher Shipbuilding BV2026">Horizon II</a> has been spotted on sea trials in the North Sea close to Vlissingen, The Netherlands by photographer Bjorn Mierop. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397908/image/large-1fbddaff89eb01c22ca97ecf8cc550da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397908">Launched in February 2026 from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6958" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leapher Shipbuilding BV (Company)">Leapher Shipbuilding</a> facility in Tolkamer, The Netherlands, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12333" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon II60.96m (200'0&quot;)Leapher Shipbuilding BV2026">Horizon II</a> began construction in 2023, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6958" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leapher Shipbuilding BV (Company)">Leapher Yachts</a> acquiring the shipyard and laying the keel for the yard’s first Ice Class steel explorer yacht.Designed to combine rugged durability with refined elegance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12333" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon II60.96m (200'0&quot;)Leapher Shipbuilding BV2026">Horizon II</a> features naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6995" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="O7 Designers (Company)">O7 Designers</a>, with <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> responsible for her optimised hull and CFD. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397911/image/large-8c8514b1dc2aef8239c479ae0800b6df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397911"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12333" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon II60.96m (200'0&quot;)Leapher Shipbuilding BV2026">Horizon II</a> showcases a highly recognisable profile, with pronounced angles and stealth-inspired styling. Her striking angular exterior is characterised by faceted surfaces, extensive glazing and a bold avant-garde aesthetic.Previously known as Project Lazarus, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12333" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon II60.96m (200'0&quot;)Leapher Shipbuilding BV2026">Horizon II</a> is the first yacht in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6958" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leapher Shipbuilding BV (Company)">Leapher</a>’s NAVIX explorer series and features interior and exterior design 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>, with her interiors completed at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Shiprepair & Conversion (Company)">Damen Shiprepair</a> facility in Vlissingen.Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62182" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Build Report: Leapher Yachts first 61m steel explorer yacht Horizon (2024-12-09 15:15:00 +0100)">Build Report: Leapher Yachts first 61m steel explorer yacht Horizon</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397910/image/large-317a5986950295260471b9e7682a7c3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397910">The interiors of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12333" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon II60.96m (200'0&quot;)Leapher Shipbuilding BV2026">Horizon II</a> blend comfort and sophistication, with high-quality materials and state-of-the-art technology used to create an oasis of relaxation. She can comfortably accommodate up to 14 guests across a seven stateroom layout, with her master suite situated on the main deck.Her 145-square-metre master suite features two luxurious his-and-hers ensuite bathrooms, a walk-in closet and a versatile master lounge office, that can be transformed into a family observation room.As an exploration yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12333" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon II60.96m (200'0&quot;)Leapher Shipbuilding BV2026">Horizon II</a> is optimised to reach a 40-day endurance at sea without resupply and boasts a 9,000 nautical mile range. Moreover, she is fitted with modern navigation and communication systems for global voyages.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397909/image/large-65ae42d746187cd9e00f435bdad6ef44.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397909">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12333" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon II60.96m (200'0&quot;)Leapher Shipbuilding BV2026">Horizon II</a> is powered by four Tier III compliant <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1470" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scania (Company)">Scania</a> DC16 generators, which drive a large capacity power bank, powering her electro motors for silent operation and fuel efficiency.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12333" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon II60.96m (200'0&quot;)Leapher Shipbuilding BV2026">Horizon II</a> boasts a top speed of 12 knots and a range of up to 10,000 nautical miles at 10 knots, while burning just 150-litres of fuel per hour. The yacht also carries 600kWh of lithium-ion batteries for peak-shaving, silent running at anchor and an emission-free range of 15 nautical miles at six knots in full electric mode.

Horizon II: 61m Leapher yacht on sea trials

The 61m Leapher yacht Horizon II has been spotted on sea trials in the North Sea close to Vlissingen, The Netherlands by photographer Bjorn Mierop.

61m Leapher steel explorer yacht Horizon II on sea trials

Paris-based design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8836" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="AERI (Company)">Aeri</a> has unveiled the 60-metre superyacht concept, Aeon. While her exterior impresses with its sculpted form and dynamic silhouette, her interiors draw immediate inspiration from traditional Japanese ink painting, known as Sumi-e.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397900/image/large-25770025bec72332e78e089c1e6f4c78.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397900">This design language is echoed throughout the yacht, where a tapered stern and carefully sculpted hull give her a sense of movement even when at anchor. Her superstructure follows the same architectural philosophy, with each deck set slightly back from the one below, creating a series of spacious outdoor terraces while reducing the yacht’s visual bulk.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397905/image/large-7b0d07ff485db32e75db80d4dc5f6721.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397905">Inside, Aeon's main saloon is defined by expansive panelling and an understated aesthetic. Hand-painted Sumi-e-inspired panels, paired with a carefully curated palette of neutral tones and dark woods, create a serene atmosphere that runs throughout the yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397904/image/large-7f18429be1d53c258046583d94ef94e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397904">At the centre of her main saloon, a low-profile L-shaped sofa in cream fabric anchors the space. Overhead, a striking ceiling feature combines illuminated panels with wood inlays, subtly echoing the Sumi-e inspiration. Carefully selected furnishings, including sculptural bar stools, enhance the sense of elegance, while sliding doors lead seamlessly to the adjacent outdoor dining and lounge areas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397902/image/large-d828f08f688ddb4924bb3f89453ffe66.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397902"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397903/image/large-61472bc9b5dc00bd42d9f10dc2a9914f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397903">With owner privacy and flexibility in mind, Aeon's designer has presented several general arrangement options. She measures a beam of 10.5-metres and a gross tonnage of approximately 500 GT plus. Aeon offers either five or six guest cabins, alongside a variety of entertainment and lifestyle configurations, and is supported by crew accommodation in eight cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397906/image/large-4a9069b84e00c7fea6d53c75c398727b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397906"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397899/image/large-269c5397b57b06bbe3c704364d4423f0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397899">One layout features a dedicated private owner’s deck complete with a Jacuzzi and outdoor relaxation area. Forward, a larger swimming pool area enhances leisure space, while aft, an open discussion pit connects directly to an enclosed wellness area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397901/image/large-ff3b63ffaedeb07159be13b1974dbb7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397901">“Rather than relying on sheer scale for its presence, the concept seeks to demonstrate how carefully considered proportions, sculpted surfaces and architectural layering can create a yacht with a distinctive identity and a powerful visual character,” concluded the design studio.

Aeri design studio unveils Aeon yacht concept

Paris-based design studio Aeri has unveiled the 60-metre superyacht concept, Aeon.

Aeon: 60m yacht concept with traditional Japanese ink painting-inspired interiors

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a> has announced the delivery of the 55-metre yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</a>, following her successful sea trials and then her christening earlier last month at the Hotel New York in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397897/image/large-b72b16337670200e878cb4c23efd5567.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397897">Built as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> 55M Steel series and previously known as Project Frida, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</a> builds on the extensive experience gained from her sistership Agnetha (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Warda55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2025">Warda</a>). Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, construction on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</a> began in 2022, with her sale announced in March 2026.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397895/image/large-455e7b0f53339ad4db80f5eefe5bae77.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397895">Translated from Spanish, the name <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</a> means ‘onward’ or ‘keep going’, reflecting a philosophy of encouragement and forward thinking. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>, interior design penned 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 and Architecture</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/460" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Van Oossanen Naval Architects (Company)">Van Oossanen Naval Architects</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397893/image/large-27fc7d0297d8805c5f5d51b27690548f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397893">To reflect the owner’s lifestyle, Silvia Margutti, lead architect at <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>, worked closely with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>'s interior engineering team. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</a> uses dark woods in strong contrast with light tones, with specific locations designed to display a contemporary art collection.<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/397890/image/large-2d0f46da531f85642e5a92d6c3205973.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20260622%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20260622T153213Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=762e2e4b3fe3e7c4fecebaee175be0b50bd20ae8ac63a9abe28375e37212f7b2" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397890">“A successful speculative build programme requires absolute confidence in naval architecture and engineering, disciplines we maintain entirely in-house,” added Jeroen van der Meer, CEO at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a>.&nbsp;“By continually refining a proven steel platform with operational data, we optimise both efficiency and reliability. Such a rigorous approach guarantees uncompromising quality while significantly reducing delivery times.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397894/image/large-7f47520be02fada252b5749e337fe329.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397894">With an internal volume of 760 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</a> can accommodate up to 12 guests across six well-appointed staterooms, including a full-beam owner’s suite complete with a private study, a bathroom featuring Calcite Blue stone and a secluded veranda.The remaining guest staterooms of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</a> can be found on the lower deck and consist of four spacious suites, alongside an additional stateroom on the bridge deck. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</a> can also sleep a crew of 13 across seven cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397884/image/large-1f99f07252f34812dc3df06c33aa9fc2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397884">Key amenities onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</a> include a sundeck whirlpool, a fully equipped bar and multiple lounging areas, while her skydeck connects seamlessly to her aft terrace, offering an inviting space for alfresco dining.Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</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 the yacht with a top speed of 15.5 knots. She is also equipped with both zero-speed and underway stabilisers.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12673" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pa'lante55.0m (180'5&quot;)Heesen Yachts2026">Pa’lante</a> will join her new owners for their maiden voyage in the Mediterranean later in the summer prior to her official debut at 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>, taking place from 23 to 26 September.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397888/image/large-78415a9e6f423a737fbdeee13275a2a5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397888">

Pa’lante: 55m Heesen Steel yacht delivered

Heesen Yachts has announced the delivery of the 55-metre yacht Pa’lante, previously known as Project Frida. 

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55m Heesen Steel yacht Pa’lante delivered

The 29.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a> 100 Corsaro has been listed for sale with Ante Marinovic of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a>. She is an open listing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397490/image/large-39064d6b646ed8bae25b34508135a066.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397490">Delivered in 2018 by the Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a>, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/directories/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> features exterior and interior 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>, while her naval architecture was developed in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva S.p.A. (Company)">Riva</a>.Constructed with a GRP hull and superstructure, 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> has had just one owner since her delivery. The 12th hull of the model has a beam of 6.7-metres and a draft of 2.26-metres. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397489/image/large-c16b2850ce08b3c59601141ad71ab6e3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397489" 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;">On the outside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13351" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva 100 Corsaro/1229.9m (98'1&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2018">Riva 100 Corsaro yacht for sale</a> presents the shipyard's distinctive styling of angular lines, expansive glazing and a silver hull beneath a contrasting dark hardtop. Her spacious flybridge serves as the main space for entertainment outdoors, overfitted with generous areas for lounging and dining. Meanwhile, her aft deck is a platform with additional seating areas and direct access to the main saloon.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397487/image/large-d33643e75aae9ca2f1a05a16a2113474.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397487" 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/397485/image/large-664311cc8b4cdde15ed49719366d7477.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397485" 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;">Stepping inside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13351" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva 100 Corsaro/1229.9m (98'1&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2018">Riva yacht for sale</a> welcomes guests with a modern interior finished with warm wood veneers, dark panelling and neutral furnishings. Large panoramic windows drench her main saloon with plenty of natural light, while an additional skylounge on the upper deck offers a more intimate space, with direct access to the outdoor areas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397483/image/large-63bed735c99e92d2631dd3b4f0269993.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397483" 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;">With an interior volume of 133 GT, accommodation onboard the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13351" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva 100 Corsaro/1229.9m (98'1&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2018">Riva 100 Corsaro yacht for sale</a> is arranged for up to 10 guests across five staterooms, including a full-beam master suite on the main deck. Three crew cabins are available for up to five crew members, including her captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397484/image/large-4ef51e493bac8cf22487159b39b16897.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397484"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397479/image/large-46be0ce2acab95d5da98927973743225.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397479">In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13351" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riva 100 Corsaro/1229.9m (98'1&quot;)Riva S.p.A.2018">Riva 100 Corsaro yacht</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, propelling her to a top speed of 27.5 knots and a cruising speed of 24.5 knots. At her cruising speed, she offers a range of 320 nautical miles. Moreover, she is equipped with zero-speed stabilisers with twin gyroscopes for enhanced comfort underway and at anchor.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/397491/image/large-09bbe3f37597af5323129d9b8807793d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/397491">All images provided courtesy of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a>.

30m Riva 100 Corsaro yacht on the market

Hull 12 of 30m Riva 100 Corsaro motor yacht has been listed for sale with Fraser.


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