An exciting announcement was made during the <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2022">2022 Monaco Yacht Show</a>; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> has collaborated with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a> and Dark Ocean DeepSea for its latest acrylic submersible, Project Hercules. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243917/image/large-22472b33a37f2216761cb6721302584a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243917">Project Hercules is an evolution of Dark Ocean’s patent-pending elliptical nine-person AVA pressure hull, which overthrew the traditional bulbous pod often seen on submersibles for a more ergonomically sound and spacious design that doesn’t impede views or impact the experience of underwater excursions. The elliptical hull can still withstand depths up to 200 metres, and Project Hercules is expected to be able to travel at 8 knots, twice that of traditional submersibles, allowing guests to glide amongst schools of fish and larger marine life.&nbsp;“During the last 15-years, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> has demonstrated its unrivalled technical expertise, through the development of a diverse range of uniquely configured submersibles, including the deepest diving craft in history and the versatility of our products, which have been used on numerous scientific and documentary filmmaking missions and thousands of dives at locations around the world by clients interested in exploring the ocean from the comfort and safety of a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a>,” Patrick Lahey, President of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton Submarines</a>, explained. “Project Hercules aims to focus on a new way for our clients to experience the ocean. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen</a> and the team at EOI have brought a fresh approach and new perspective, while John and the team at Dark Ocean have proven their capacity to design extraordinary submersibles, the result of this collaboration is ‘Project Hercules,’ the new definition of a luxury-performance submersible.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243916/image/large-88ab28d37a775e7db55100288a4e4c7d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243916">The project was conceived as a way to break convention. Dark Ocean’s patent-pending design already expands the possibility by offering more space, ergo more luxury. The hull form is unrestricted and allows for the in-house – and partnered collaborators – to play with the interior space to fully enrich the experience. Rather than just having space for a pilot and two passengers, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> submersibles can be designed as an open lounge with plush seating, throws and bags. Revolutionary.John Ramsay, speaking on behalf of Dark Ocean Design stated: “For fifteen years, the team at Dark Ocean has collaborated with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> to create some of the most capable submersibles on the planet. By pushing engineering limits, we have progressively increased the capacity and depth of these submersibles, as well as enhance the overall passenger experience. With Project Hercules, the team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a> contributed a refreshingly unique perspective on how the vessel could be configured. This insight, combined with their expertise in crafting luxurious spaces, has resulted in a submersible that is simply unlike anything else.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243915/image/large-fa6780227672bd1aba4ce7480185c82f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243915">Project Hercules takes things even further and the triad – <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a>, Dark Ocean DeepSea and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> – presented a number of configurations that offer privacy and outstanding relaxation. Thanks to this elongated hull form, Project Hercules can be split with two compartments; forward being reserved for two guests, who’ll be able to recline in plump oversized armchairs, while aft can be entirely closed off and has space for the pilot to sit and – importantly – a day head installed.&nbsp;During the press launch of Project Hercules, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a> commented: “I was initially reticent to even enter a submersible due to claustrophobia, but it took just one demonstration dive with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> for me to fall in love with experience that submersibles can deliver. They truly add a whole new dimension to the yachting experience, hence why we were so keen to develop this relationship with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> moving forward. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243914/image/large-138bba5f292cb98eab433e9d73deb436.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243914">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55028" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ShadowCAT and Triton Submarines announce SHADOWLARK Pro, a 50m launch-and-recovery concept (2022-04-26 13:00:00 +0200)">ShadowCAT and Triton Submarines announce SHADOWLARK Pro, a 50m launch-and-recovery concept</a>“With Project Hercules, we set out to create an ‘Inner Space Craft’, one that delivered a calm and exclusive environment where Owners and guests could enjoy intimate conversations, contemplative calmness and memorable private experiences. In changing not only the use of the submersible’s interior, but also the way it travels, there is little doubt in my mind this is a ground-breaking project.”Project Hercules will be equipped with four large thrusters that provide the sensation of swimming or gliding, rather than being confined to linear planes of motion. Another core feature of Project Hercules is her retractable collision fender, akin to a Formula 1 front spoiler, which will incorporate a camera for the ‘ultimate underwater selfie’.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243918/image/large-c0d4de354ae7c3d92e052f11683cffe8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243918">Read:&nbsp; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55919" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Interview: Espen Øino downsizes with the rugged 14m Vandal Explorer (2022-09-14 17:30:00 +0200)">Interview: Espen Øino downsizes with the rugged 14m Vandal Explorer</a>The concept and engineering phases have now been completed, and the team will start to focus on the CFD and fluid dynamic analysis these coming weeks. Further information on Project Hercules will be released at the forthcoming <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show - 2022">Fort Lauderdale International Yacht Show</a>.

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Triton has collaborated with Espen Øino International and Dark Ocean DeepSea for its latest acrylic submersible, Project Hercules. 

Project Hercules: The Espen Øino-designed submersible by Triton Submarines

Dutch boat builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer Yachts</a> has unveiled the first renderings for the 16.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/15376" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer 5516.8m (55'1&quot;)Wajer Yachts2025 Tender">Wajer 55</a> chase tender boat. Drawing inspiration from the success of her 2016 predecessor, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/15376" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer 5516.8m (55'1&quot;)Wajer Yachts2025 Tender">Wajer 55</a> has been designed not only for Mediterranean crossings, but also for comfortable short-term stays. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358935/image/large-5c419e1242cb713b3e38318c96ec8ec5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358935">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/15376" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer 5516.8m (55'1&quot;)Wajer Yachts2025 Tender">Wajer 55</a> yacht has been 90 percent redesigned from her predecessor, but still draws on the family design of the Wajer 77 and 44 models. “The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/15376" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer 5516.8m (55'1&quot;)Wajer Yachts2025 Tender">Wajer 55</a> targets discerning yacht enthusiasts who value aesthetics as much as performance,” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358947/image/large-663d897d49a75ad507a4de50afabfa99.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358947">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/15376" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer 5516.8m (55'1&quot;)Wajer Yachts2025 Tender">Wajer 55</a> chase tender features interior 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>, with engineering by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer Yachts</a> and naval architetecture penned by Netherlands-based builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358945/image/large-0a6d77a4e12af7cb1c5412d74d782d4a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358945">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/15376" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer 5516.8m (55'1&quot;)Wajer Yachts2025 Tender">Wajer 55</a> features an emphasis on flowing curves and sleek proportions, with a low-profile silhouette and continuous lines from her bow, to her swim platform. She boasts a carbon-fibre windshield, paired with her elegant bow flair and tumblehome stern, which are reminiscent of the graceful curves of a Porsche 911.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358946/image/large-c44d11e2e385b8c2988fb177f143d691.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358946">“We didn't just update the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/15376" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer 5516.8m (55'1&quot;)Wajer Yachts2025 Tender">Wajer 55</a>; we took our time to design a completely new boat,” added Dries Wajer, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer Yachts</a>. “We went all out to make the boat as beautiful as possible, hiding even the slightest distractions like small hinges, enhancing the interior with fine materials, and adding many refinements and increased detailing.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358944/image/large-6d8ef6a037e6d30ab16fbac425e5a139.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358944">From the custom-designed steering wheel to the precision-engineered hidden hinges, the yacht has been refined. New teak deck designs and sculptured shapes are paired with tactile materials such as veneered panels, beautifully stitched upholstered surfaces and warmer colour palettes below deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358940/image/large-8c1c74f2b884b61d6f7cba227fcd71b7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358940">Her symmetrical deck layout with retractable tables, premium upholstery and seating options offers maximum comfort for both the owner and their guests. The captain’s area is equipped with Garmin MFD controls, custom-designed suspended seats and a bespoke steering wheel crafted from leather and metal with a gunmetal finish. While a wrap-around EX-CORE® carbon windshield completes the design, as well as providing protection from the elements.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358938/image/large-b6fcba405891a1ee8a4b64a8c95ac81a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358938"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358937/image/large-0e54378796cea6b43b2bfa7c468957e3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358937">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/15376" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer 5516.8m (55'1&quot;)Wajer Yachts2025 Tender">Wajer 55</a> features a deep V-shaped hull, widened spray rails and a relatively light weight of 20 tons. Her triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> IPS 600 or 650 engine configurations allow for manoeuvrability and reliability, while extensive soundproofing ensures a whisper-quiet cruising experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358939/image/large-86e3b3f913213d01d495bf2484d1f6a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358939">She is capable of entertaining up to 20 guests onboard, allowing owners to host gatherings at beach clubs, explore secluded anchorages, or travel quickly between destinations, all while in whisper-quiet luxury.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358943/image/large-a673f14da15748aee84f30aac8825c9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358943">"The best compliment I ever had from a client was that we changed their way of living,” concluded Dries Wajer. “That's core to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/15376" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer 5516.8m (55'1&quot;)Wajer Yachts2025 Tender">Wajer 55</a>!”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/358936/image/large-bdb1fb63d363060d0ac819eb178637a9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/358936">

Wajer 55: The new redesigned chase tender by Wajer Yachts

Wajer Yachts has unveiled the first renderings for the redesigned 16.8-metre Wajer 55 chase tender boat.

Introducing the Wajer 55: The “Porsche 911” chase tender on the water

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/114696/image/large-3f576389b9bca56b89d607668c92cf31.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/114696">Wajer 55 | <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer Yachts</a>Featuring a meticulous design penned 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 crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer</a> 55 aims to merge her sporty exterior aesthetic with onboard comfort and innovative design features. The 16.11-metre yacht tender can reach speeds of up to 38 knots, with a cruising speed of 28 knots.Showcasing a range of up to 4,000 nautical miles, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer</a> 55 houses large comfortable sunpads for guests to enjoy. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer</a> 55 can be operated by a single person and be easily stored in a tender garage or towed as a chase boat, making her the ideal support vessel.The tender features a chic master stateroom, a twin stateroom, a full bathroom, complete with a shower, spacious kitchen and extendable swim platform, ensuring utter comfort onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/297685/image/large-848d02fe6861cf46d74d23a054404b12.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/297685">Impetus | <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer&nbsp;</a>Renowned superacht tender manufacturer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> recently introduced their third semi-custom series called Impetus which is ranging between 10.50- 12.00-metres. The semi-custom engineered series offers an open and limousine tender option. The Impetus series offers faster build time and varied deck and interior layouts. So it limousine tender available with a front drive or aft drive configuration.&nbsp;Sharp lines and luxurious comfort characterise
this slick-looking boat. The Impetus limo
tender offers a high-tech opening glass roof, electric
sun blinds, ergonomic seating in a range of formats, full
AV and wine cooling. It is available in aft or
forward helming versions. Truly outstanding
design from every angle.&nbsp;The semi-custom line with this open version of the Impetus offers deep, comfortable seating forward and is combined with a unique sunpad and bathing platform aft. With its ergonomic helm station, this is a boat that excites all the senses. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/286284/image/large-098ab22a88f97493ba90869c9de20584.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/286284">The Icon |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tyde (Company)">Tyde</a>&nbsp; Where sophistication meets sustainability, The Icon, a 13.15-metre watercraft showcases a futuristic design. On display at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/172" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2023">Cannes Yachting Festival 2023</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7373" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tyde (Company)">Tyde</a> collaborated with BMW’s design studio Designworks to unveil the unique prism-like tender.The foiling watercraft can travel at speeds of up to 33 knots, while her hull is situated above the water’s surface, increasing her efficiency as she glides through the ocean. A notable feature onboard The Icon is her 360 degree rotating chairs, which ensure passengers can embrace panoramic sea-views. In addition, The Icon is equipped with twin electric motors and houses skillfully designed furniture, with an almost entirely glass superstructure. Regarding technological innovation, The Icon boasts a state-of-the-art user interface, featuring a 32-inch touch display, equipped with voice control systems and a high processing power.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/290141/image/large-f081cddfb48ae0427d003999f4a33d59.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/290141">DieselJet SOLAS 625 |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Performance Tenders (Company)">Williams Jet Tenders</a>As the largest DieselJet, showcasing a 140-litre fuel capacity, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Performance Tenders (Company)">William Jet Tenders</a>’ DieselJet Solas 625 can carry up to 11 people onboard. Committed to offering a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1455" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SOLAS (Company)">SOLAS</a>-certified tender option for those who demand high performance and luxury, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Performance Tenders (Company)">Williams</a>’ SOLAS range boasts thoughtfully incorporated safety options onboard.The DieselJet 625 includes a self righting mechanism, in the unlikely event of the tender capsizing, the built-in rollover system inflates, ensuring the tender remains afloat and upright in all weather conditions. Featuring a flexible height, the SOLAS 625 can be adjusted to fit into a range of tender garages, comfortable seating and multiple boarding platforms are featured across the tender, enhancing comfort onboard. Powered by either a 195 horsepower or 230 horsepower Yanmar 4LV engine, the 625 delivers narrow turns and high-speed manoeuvres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/297603/image/large-037dc5da80c16ea530e8c3683a9ab64d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/297603">TT420 |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Invictus Yacht (Company)">Invictus</a>The Vogue White edition of the new Invictus TT420 recently made its debut at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/172" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2023">Cannes Yachting Festival 2023</a>. Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2990" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christian Grande DesignWorks (Company)">Christian Grande</a>, the 12.3-metre tender boasts elongated lines reminiscent of Invictus hulls, merging style with high performance ability. Showcasing an expansive deck, featuring a comfortable walkway protected by high bulwarks, the TT420 also displays a spacious bow sundeck which can be converted into a chaise lounge, enhancing the sense of luxury onboard. The large dinette situated amidships can be converted into a more expansive area for relaxation under the shelter of the hard top. The living area onboard is improved further through the inclusion of collapsible side terraces, creating a sense of privacy.&nbsp;Regarding notable design features, TT420’s interior houses U-shaped rotating sofas which can transform into a double bed, in addition the aft displays a stateroom with separate beds. Inspired by the profile of the TT460 model, TT420 showcases a glass windshield, carbon hardtop and front opening system, ensuring an effective air circulation when at anchor.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/297604/image/large-35c0be4a17117ef68afb57582eb1fed1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/297604">Sialia 57 Deep Silence|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7477" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sialia Yachts (Company)">Sialia Yachts</a>Designed by Denis Popov, the 17.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7477" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sialia Yachts (Company)">Sialia</a> 57 Deep Silence is equipped with an electric unit powered by AMPROS and represents an important step towards sustainability in yachting. The full carbon chase displays multiple lounge areas, showcasing two separate staterooms, a large day-head and a customisable layout.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7477" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sialia Yachts (Company)">Sialia</a> is focused on improving operational efficiency and understanding environmental responsibility when it comes to the design of their tenders. Showcasing state-of-the-art electrical propulsion, the 57 Deep Silence lives up to her name offering silent speeds of over 25 knots. Her naval architecture and hull were designed by Dutch studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/297606/image/large-da38df4d867d7a802033285fc3f7f003.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/297606">Gladius Gullwing Limousine Tender |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6603" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="STURGE & TOTH (Company)">STURGE&amp;TOTH</a>Born out of a collaboration between Toby Sturge and Ben Julian Toth of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6603" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="STURGE & TOTH (Company)">STURGE&amp;TOTH</a> and Mark Pascoe and Dean Stoneman of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon Tenders (Company)">Falcon Tenders</a>, the Gladius Gullwing Limousine displays sophisticated engineering combined with luxury design detailing.Showcasing iconic Gullwing doors, the tender ensures easy and stylish boarding. Boasting sweeping lines and an aerodynamic shape, Gladius features an eye-catching silhouette which improves her performance. The limousine tender also offers opulent leather interiors and is powered by double prop, twin engines, showcasing a full electric cruising speed of nine knots or a maximum hybrid speed of up to 35 knots. Boasting a capacity of up to 12 guests and one pilot, Gladius showcases an innovative design, featuring a panoramic interior, surrounded by a retractable glass top.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/297601/image/large-a4fc4fb18bd11eef6f8c00bbd727b1fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/297601">12m Open Sport |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pascoe International (Company)">Pascoe International</a>Having designed and delivered over 300 dedicated superyacht tenders, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pascoe International (Company)">Pascoe</a> 12 Open Sport boasts a variety of stand-out features including a uniquely designed hull, ensuring stability and agility on the water. Showcasing a range of possibilities, the Pascoe watercraft can serve as a tender, chase boat, or a standalone day cruiser.Equipped with the latest navigation and communication systems, the 12m Open Sport showcases high-quality materials, comfortable seating options and a spacious deck. Managing Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pascoe International (Company)">Pascoe International</a> Tom Southern commented on the launch stating, “introducing the 12m Open Sport is a milestone achievement for Pascoe International. The Open Sport is a testament to our commitment to delivering exceptional quality and performance to our clients.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295647/image/large-365c78e21d4b059cf14173ec69c5a028.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295647">Stratos Dutch Built 50 |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos Yachts</a>Unveiled at the Masters Expo in Amsterdam, the Netherlands in December 2023 was the first 15-metre Stratos Dutch Built 50 yacht tender. Combining strength and style, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/Tender/13410" target="_blank">DB50</a> yacht is built to CE Classification A, allowing her to withstand winds over Beaufort Force 8 and significant wave heights above four-metres. She showcases a design by Netherlands-based <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/bernd-weel-design" target="_blank">Bernd Weel</a>, with naval architecture from <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/sea-level-amsterdam" target="_blank">Sea Level</a>.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/stratos-yacht" target="_blank">Stratos</a> shipyard's in-house team provided highly-skilled carbon and painting services, with carbon composite materials integrated seamlessly into her exterior design. She features a full-carbon handrail with LED lighting accents, bringing superyacht-level detail to the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/Tender/13410" target="_blank">DB50</a>.This article is featured in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/superyacht-times-issue-47-newspaper" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Issue 47</a>&nbsp;of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/" target="_blank">SuperYacht Times</a>&nbsp;newspaper. <a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">Subscribe now</a> to receive your copy straight to your door and never miss another issue.

Tender Spotlight: The latest innovations

Amy Larsen takes a closer look at some of the latest innovations in the superyacht tender and dayboat sector.

Tender Spotlight: The latest superyacht tender innovations

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos Yachts</a> has unveiled the first 15-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/13410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Built 5015.0m (49'3&quot;)Stratos Yacht Tender">Stratos Dutch Built 50</a> yacht tender at the Masters Expo in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295650/image/large-a7e0b90390d7d03194ab09a23e6675b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295650">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/13410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Built 5015.0m (49'3&quot;)Stratos Yacht Tender">DB50</a> yacht made her maiden voyage directly to the Masters Expo in Amsterdam, from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos</a> Shipyard in Lelystad and has been designed to conquer the most challenging conditions.&nbsp;Combining strength and style, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/13410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Built 5015.0m (49'3&quot;)Stratos Yacht Tender">DB50</a> yacht is built to CE Classification A, allowing her to withstand winds over Beaufort Force 8 and significant wave heights above four-metres. She showcases a design by Netherlands-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4789" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bernd Weel Design (Company)">Bernd Weel</a>, with naval architecture from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4360" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Level – Amsterdam (Company)">Sea Level</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295651/image/large-8d9b0177561555fde7e246ffee65531b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295651">The first hull from the innovative Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos</a>, boasts a design aimed at unparalleled performance and is the culmination of Bas Lengers vision. With more than 40 years of expertise within the industry, Bas recognised a gap in the market for a vessel in the 50-foot segment.&nbsp;“I felt the 50-foot category needed a tough, resiliently-robust vessel, one that is truly seaworthy and built to superyacht standards,” explained Bas Lengers, Owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lengers Yachts (Company)">Lengers Yachts</a>. “The name Stratos is derived from the stratosphere. This altitude is what we aim to achieve in terms of quality, functionality, and performance.”The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/13410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Built 5015.0m (49'3&quot;)Stratos Yacht Tender">Stratos Dutch Built 50</a> yacht is designed to set a new benchmark for luxury living in her class. The theme of beauty intertwined with substance permeates the entire DB50, with an abundance of natural light, providing unobstructed ocean views throughout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295652/image/large-603a9037ae250860d741f282ec0fefcf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295652">“The design consists of rigid and strong lines which define the robust and firm character of this vessel” explained <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4789" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bernd Weel Design (Company)">Bernd Weel</a>. The hardtop alone took a year of research and development, resulting in an eye-catching carbon structure that contains an automated sunroof.&nbsp;“It enables guests onboard to choose to be in the sun or shade. The two panels can slide forward and aft, in order to provide a superb fusion of sun and shade for both lounge and helm station individually,” added <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4789" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bernd Weel Design (Company)">Bernd Weel</a>.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos</a> shipyard's in-house team provided highly-skilled carbon and painting services, with carbon composite materials integrated seamlessly into her exterior design. She features a full-carbon handrail with LED lighting accents, bringing superyacht-level detail to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/13410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Built 5015.0m (49'3&quot;)Stratos Yacht Tender">DB50</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295653/image/large-262fc81dc72216468adad4f13a14e405.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295653">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/13410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Built 5015.0m (49'3&quot;)Stratos Yacht Tender">Stratos DB50</a> yacht provides top-level visibility and uncompromised safety when cutting through the water, even at lightning speeds. “The bow shape is carefully designed to break away spray water and improve seaworthiness. There are long lines flowing from bow to stern, which emphasise visual length; for example the rub rail and long, stretched glass panels in the hull,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4789" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bernd Weel Design (Company)">Bernd Weel</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos Yachts</a> also prides itself on creating an elevated experience for clients, from the design, to the build and finally the delivery process. “Built to perfection is a term the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos</a> team uses daily, as every detail is considered, each aspect is fully developed, and no attention has been spared," commented <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lengers Yachts (Company)">Lengers</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295649/image/large-0c8dbb9919bceb9e49158fa0984b4eeb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295649">“Giving clients an unparalleled customer experience is what we take most pride in. It’s only right that the service matches this level of superior quality: a blissfully care-free experience in all stages of the buying process, as well as beyond purchase,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos</a> brand manager, Paul Verheij.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/13410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Built 5015.0m (49'3&quot;)Stratos Yacht Tender">Stratos DB50</a> yacht can be customised to meet the needs of the owner, without compromising on the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos</a> DNA. A selection of 25 shades &nbsp;including metallic and non-metallic options are available, as well as a plethora of upholstery, teak, and interior choices.Owners can choose from three different interior styles, to create the perfect level of ambience onboard. Her Zen style offers a light interior design, whereas Graphite provides a darker tone, and for those looking for a middle choice, a Serene option is also available.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295648/image/large-6a1f9d47b322ca22add1126ab52e6823.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295648">The design of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Tender/13410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dutch Built 5015.0m (49'3&quot;)Stratos Yacht Tender">DB50</a> yacht, with its expansive sunpads, dual movement automated sunroof, and inviting alfresco dining space, lends <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos</a> towards long summer days cruising the Mediterranean.&nbsp;“They are designed with the SUV in mind, showing winches and bollards instead of hiding them away like many other vessels on the market. We wanted these parts to be functional, strong and in sight.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295647/image/large-365c78e21d4b059cf14173ec69c5a028.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295647"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lengers Yachts (Company)">Lengers Yachts</a> is the first exclusive dealer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos</a> and points out that every new owner will have a vessel which they can take out at any moment, to any destination.“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos</a> is for those who want the best of the best. In terms of service, we will go beyond the expected standards and offer services that will provide owners a complete care-free experience. So that they can focus on what truly counts: enjoying the thrill of getting the most out of their <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6951" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stratos Yacht (Company)">Stratos</a> experience” concluded Paul Verheij.

Stratos Dutch Built 50 yacht unveiled at the Masters Expo 2023

Stratos Yachts has unveiled the first 15-metre Stratos Dutch Built 50 yacht tender at the Masters Expo 2023 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. 

Introducing the Stratos Dutch Built 50 yacht, designed to dominate the toughest sea conditions 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1535" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-Boat Worx B.V. (Company)">U-Boat Worx</a>, a leading manufacturer of submersibles, has unveiled the Super Sub at this year’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/182" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2023">Monaco Yacht Show</a>. The three-person submersible can reach depths of up to 300 metres. She incorporates advanced technology, safety features and a streamlined design. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/288612/image/large-8ff95c7f1103f2c5c64e3a8f8c18a88c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/288612"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/288614/image/large-71301a9849a331bcb4d3c95832097374.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/288614">The Super Sub boasts an impressive 100 kW of thrust, enabling it to reach speeds of up to 10 knots. It can ascend and descend at inclines of up to 45 degrees while executing rapid banking turns, ensuring agile and swift underwater manoeuvrability. “The Super Sub's speed of 10 knots is three to four knots faster than the top cruising speed of a bottlenose dolphin and seven knots faster than the average submersible," explained Roy Heijdra, Marketing Manager at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1535" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-Boat Worx B.V. (Company)">U-Boat Worx</a>. "Owners can glide behind a group of sea turtles, cruise alongside a school of sharks, dive and turn with a pod of dolphins, or swiftly navigate through the undercurrents with a powerful barracuda. The Super Sub is more than a ticket to an underwater theatre; it's a backstage VIP pass that immerses guests in the heart of the action.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/288607/image/large-04e9f4f142f077ecec062fd257b9fdac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/288607">One of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1535" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-Boat Worx B.V. (Company)">U-Boat Worx</a> primary design priorities has been to provide a clear view for experiencing the underwater world optimally. To achieve this, a clear fully acrylic pressure hull has been positioned at the front of the submersible, offering an unobstructed view in every direction, unimpeded by ballast tanks, batteries, and other components.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/288600/image/large-5309c40091ce55fa2bd0a82d917443ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/288600"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/288613/image/large-35bf3cfc2739ee67d30b5210377c641d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/288613">Like every other <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1535" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-Boat Worx B.V. (Company)">U-Boat Worx&nbsp;</a>masterpiece, the DNV-certified Super Sub is equipped with state-of-the-art safety systems. The 'maximum depth protection' feature prevents the pilot from descending beyond the submarine's maximum operating depth. If the submersible ever goes too deep, this safety feature will automatically raise the submersible until it is back within its certified depth.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/288610/image/large-55ce93408d16918fe7d9bd840bc3da53.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/288610">In addition, the Safety Buoy is a distinctive feature of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1535" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-Boat Worx B.V. (Company)">U-Boat Worx</a> submersibles. When released, it marks the submarine's position on the surface. A large drop weight can be manually released from within the vessel to increase buoyancy and assist in returning to the surface in case of an emergency. Additionally, each submarine, including the Super Sub, is equipped with a minimum of 96 hours of life support.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/288606/image/large-243880bd15db98b998559b2b28ef739b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/288606"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/288599/image/large-39379725e7b820a1291282c1c41dba70.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/288599"> The Super Sub will be delivered to its client at the end of 2023. The next unit is scheduled for delivery in October 2024 and is currently listed for sale. The starting price for this model is €5.2 million.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/288609/image/large-1423699b449e5bf4a7a43fc0aa14cbde.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/288609">

U-Boat Worx unveils the Super Sub that can reach depths of up to 300 metres

U-Boat Worx, a leading manufacturer of submersibles, has unveiled the Super Sub at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show.


U-Boat Worx unveils the Super Sub at the Monaco Yacht Show

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4767" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Compass Tenders Ltd (Company)">Compass Tenders</a> have delivered a 11.1-metre limousine and a 10.1-metre open tender to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/300" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H3105.0m (344'6&quot;)Oceanco2000">H3</a>. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276533/image/large-1c2578673846fb4b69b2112bbef8d8c0.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276533">The tenders have been designed in conjunction with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/56" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reymond Langton Design Ltd. (Company)">Reymond Langton Design</a>, they both bear subtle styling characteristics taken from the mothership’s exterior design, particularly with regards to the window shape, coachroof, and bimini detailing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276535/image/large-b9ced7e65a72adc427039e71a53941d1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276535">The limousine tender offers seating for 12 within its climate-controlled cabin space. The interior is finished to exceptional standards and features custom leather seating, mirror-polished stainless steel trim, leather panelling, clear coat carbon fibre window surrounds, and a beautiful teak floor with an intersecting geometric pattern.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276536/image/large-988d4946225032b15b3153d64c161000.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276536"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4767" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Compass Tenders Ltd (Company)">Compass Tenders</a> worked closely with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/56" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reymond Langton Design Ltd. (Company)">Reymond Langton</a> to ensure the interior echoed the design they had implemented aboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/300" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H3105.0m (344'6&quot;)Oceanco2000">H3</a> with their refit design. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276537/image/large-63908d2aed647d9cbb75aa9589fed156.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276537">Other onboard amenities include an integrated audiovisual system, ambient lighting, a fridge, and forward-facing cameras that provide a view of the tender’s journey shown on twin screens within the cabin.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276534/image/large-54db5a55a511524c3a9417617a30905c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276534">The limousine can be boarded via steps forward and aft, as well as the stern platform. Access to the cabin is through sliding glass doors, and an electrical sliding roof system allows for the glass panels to be retracted in either direction. Performance-wise the two tenders are powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a> engines with two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a> stern drives under joystick control.

Compass Tenders has delivered two tenders for motor yacht H3

Compass Tenders has delivered a 11.1-metre limousine and a 10.1-metre open tender to the Oceanco motor yacht H3

Compass Tenders has delivered two custom tenders for Oceanco's 105m superyacht H3

In Issue 43 of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/superyacht-times-issue-43-newspaper-launched" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">published last winter</a>, we took a closer look at some of the coolest toys that were unveiled that year, from some well-known names to a few newcomers.<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/263261/image/large-b8d2a17e3f44b1446327fbb4d275f8d7.jpeg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20230329%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20230329T111031Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=e2f8ed5edd9ab32594dbcc2a1f86368cbc69d649a9729cb725f29ece02f86ac1" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263261">Lift3 FThe Lift3 F combines a custom shape with a Bluetooth hand controller and state-of-the art battery to create a fun, easy to ride, and accessible eFoil. Unlike traditional eFoil’s, the Lift3F is made of a fibreglass blend crafted by Lift’s engineers, and produced in two versatile sizes that are perfect for beginners, or families that like to ride together. The Lift3 F also uses brushless motors that allow for speed and ride stability, and paired with her wireless hand controller, allow the user to swap intuitively between speed and performance settings. All Lift eFoils are powered by a lithium-ion battery, resulting in a virtually silent experience without any harmful environmental impact. Lift offers two advanced batteries to choose from with the new “Light Battery'' offering 60 minutes of ride time and a cheaper and lighter alternative to the “Full Range Battery'' that provides 100 minutes of ride time.<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/263264/image/large-782c0d38e9acf76a4c3703ae04e469ca.jpeg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20230329%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20230329T111031Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=95bba5e13ca9b9208846f6d55b101ced9830ede90a2148c667f0145554c26205" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263264"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seabob Adriatic (Company)">SeaBob</a>&nbsp;F5 SR with CamThe <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seabob Adriatic (Company)">SeaBob</a> F5 SR is the most powerful watercraft in the SeaBob F5 series. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seabob Adriatic (Company)">SeaBob</a> F5 SR has two rear fins for driving stability that also help to improve the manoeuvrability during diving excursions. The E-Jet Power System produces a strong propulsive force alongside her engine power that can be controlled in seven power levels, allowing her to cruise through the water at a relaxed pace in a low gear. In addition to its strong engine power, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seabob Adriatic (Company)">SeaBob</a> F5 SR offers high-quality special equipment. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seabob Adriatic (Company)">SeaBob</a> can be equipped with integrated camera technology on request. A full-HD camera recording system can be installed in the watercraft’s bow and another full-HD camera can be found on the information display. These allow for the user to film everything they discover, or to activate the integrated Action-Selfie-Cam. All recordings are saved in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seabob Adriatic (Company)">SeaBob</a> onboard system and can be directly transmitted to any smartphone or other alternative storage media with WLAN technology.<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/263262/image/large-dbbca356d19b0655c263b19b145dceaa.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20230329%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20230329T111031Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=b055cd67db67d1c5c98ee0cdf16516e173feb3dbd7e90437e24fc36c35af1331" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263262">Awake RÄVIK S 22The RÄVIK S 22 is considered one of the most extreme electric surfboards on the market, allowing users to ride, turn and jump at incredible heights. The board has an impressive 0.2 second response time between board and rider which gives the user more confidence and control. The aggressive rocker design assists the Awake RÄVIK S 22’s carving rails, so riders can carve without the nose of the board diving and allowing them to have deeper turns. The RÄVIK S 22 features a strong and slim design that is constructed to increase the power and response time. The board offers three riding modes with the option of eco, sport or extreme. The RÄVIK S 22 allows for up to 20 minutes of ride time and can reach an incredible top speed of 57 kilometres per hour.<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/263265/image/large-6bd6a4cde35b1393f35cf729b5e3d0ec.jpeg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20230329%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20230329T111031Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=dc266de5a79b7db2e74ff67195fcc39e0f2f15819ce3bd71b351030eab8d1730" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263265">Reverso Air SailboatThe Reverso Air is an ultra-lightweight portable sailboat that doesn’t compromise speed performance or design. The Reverso Air is designed for a very quick set up and is inspired by sports like kiteboarding and windsurfing. The Reverso Air can easily be fitted into a car or take up very little space on a yacht, and takes less than two minutes to assemble. The four hull sections are designed to float independently, with each being a closed, watertight, double-bottomed box filled with air. The sailboat allows for maximum efficiency with its carbon rig that you can twist to sail precisely. The Reverso Air is able to reach speeds of 16 knots and is one of the only dinghies with an integrated cockpit recess for the GPS speedometer. <img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/263267/image/large-b69f1975e1b9b8fdee15872160370845.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20230329%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20230329T111031Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=0784655df7554d83456ab712228b55c8f8f28e08b1018499028c6a1109e9cbca" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263267">Custom Inflatables from&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">SYTT</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tenders &amp; Toys</a> offers a custom inflatable range to suit any yacht, regardless of size. From platforms, to sea pools and toys, their range can be configured in various ways for guests to comfortably enjoy their time on the water. They are able to create bespoke product designs with the option of personalisation, branding and a wide range of colour schemes to match the mothership. They offer high-quality products including slides, docks and beach setups that are durable and match the aesthetics of any yacht. Their products are specifically designed to withstand the rigour of the yachting environment and offer the highest degree of abrasion and saltwater resistance. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2854" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht Tenders and Toys (Company)">Superyacht Tenders &amp; Toys</a> stock inflatable slides from three to eight-metres as well as netted sea pools to prevent sea creatures from entering the area. They have also developed a range of techniques that make deploying them fast and easy, with quick zip joining systems, non-slip removable covers and super-strong loop ties.<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/263263/image/large-ca0484235379b3b49bf37681e0e22ff9.jpeg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20230329%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20230329T111031Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=7f3fa8a60e5f196a662e9bb7f3817a9702ec8598f241ec9a92182ae133f2bbd5" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263263"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1535" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-Boat Worx B.V. (Company)">U-Boat Worx</a>&nbsp;NEMO&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1535" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="U-Boat Worx B.V. (Company)">U-Boat Worx</a> NEMO is one of the smallest and lightest submersibles built to explore the deep sea. NEMO is able to safely dive up to 100-metres and offers air-conditioned comfort in single seat or two seat models. The submersible allows adventurers to explore hidden shipwrecks, search for new aquatic species or simply enjoy a window onto the vibrant underwater marine environment. The two seater NEMO 2 submersible measures in at just 61-inches high, meaning she neatly fits on the aft deck. A single lifting point means it can easily be placed on a flat surface without the need for a cradle or davit. NEMO has a low profile and compact footprint that occupies less storage than two Jet Skis. The NEMO 2 has an occupational time of eight hours and is able to reach a top speed of three knots.This article was originally published in <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/superyacht-times-issue-43-newspaper-launched" target="_blank">Issue 43 of SuperYacht Times newspaper</a>. To read more stories like this one and to never again miss another issue of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, <a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">subscribe here</a>.

Toy spotlight

SYT rounds of some of the top superyacht toys. 

Toy Spotlight: Some of the coolest toys to accompany your superyacht

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon Tenders (Company)">Falcon Tenders</a> has unveiled its all-new electric tender the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon Tenders (Company)">Falcon</a> E8. The eight-metre open tender was conceived by Sussex-based design studio, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4462" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ThirtyC Design (Company)">ThirtyC Yacht Design</a>, and is designed to deliver efficiency, style and elegance. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256530/image/large-27ca6fe1c41d91dd4cb84503e2e09613.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256530">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon Tenders (Company)">Falcon</a> E8 features clean lines with a modern day profile inspired by sports cars, providing her with an air of sophistication. Conceived to deliver style and elegance, her low stepped aft allows for easy boarding for up to four guests. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256554/image/large-151f2a6f36ab1dc998a8b4c46540f252.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256554">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon Tenders (Company)">Falcon</a> E8 tender pairs reclaimed teak decking from her axe bow to her stern with &nbsp;large interior storage located under the cockpit seating. She couples a customisable console with a fully bespoke exterior paint scheme and a signature interiors package.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256532/image/large-1e8864b05812187ed2d4ae6b72ea2672.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256532">“We wanted to create a no-frills stylish tender that doesn’t just look good or perform well, but will also complement any mothership” commented Rob Armstrong, creative director at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4462" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ThirtyC Design (Company)">ThirtyC</a>. “The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon Tenders (Company)">Falcon</a> E8 is an elegant boat for guest transfers but is equally suited to run alongside as a superyacht toy and facilitate fun on the water.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256552/image/large-b253be9ab196c2e03e851a17e9dc1c16.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256552">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon Tenders (Company)">Falcon</a> E8 is equipped with a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6014" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vita Power Yachts (Company)">Vita Power</a> propulsion system that integrates the latest technology with proprietary control software. She has the option for two electric propulsion packages; 90kW continuous or 150kW continuous.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256556/image/large-ef75fae85a15c9e79f1d88a36ea80935.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256556">“We are delighted to have been selected by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon Tenders (Company)">Falcon Tenders</a> as the key supplier of our all-electric and high performance <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6014" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vita Power Yachts (Company)">Vita Power</a> propulsion system for the Falcon E8,” says Clive Johnson, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6014" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vita Power Yachts (Company)">Vita Power Division</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256553/image/large-dfdb66971bf5322a9d3a30b514475234.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256553">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon Tenders (Company)">Falcon</a> E8 allows for flexible charging times with a fast DC charge of 20 to 80 percent in just under one hour, and a slow charge of 4-5 hours. She is expected to reach a 20 knot cruising speed with a top speed of 30 knots and an estimated range of 30 nautical miles with a two battery system.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/256536/image/large-14c4406d2c53a5bf58b3df426ca77d8a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/256536">“The E8 is an exciting new addition to our Falcon portfolio, and we are delighted to collaborate with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4462" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ThirtyC Design (Company)">ThirtyC</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6014" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vita Power Yachts (Company)">Vita</a> on such an enticing owner proposition,” concluded Mark Pascoe, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon Tenders (Company)">Falcon Tenders</a>’ co-founder and CEO.

8m Falcon E8 electric tender from Falcon Tenders

Falcon Yachts has unveiled its all-new electric tender the Falcon E8 in collaboration with ThirtyC Yacht Design.

Introducing the 8m Falcon E8 electric tender from Falcon Tenders

The Academy Award-winning filmmaker James Cameron and Bridgewater Associates Founder Ray Dalio have joined <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> submarines to help "supercharge the next generation of ocean exploration technology."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251668/image/large-52ae8f4c666ce103a6d87bdbe5233e70.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251668">Dalio and Cameron are well known ocean advocates and explorers who have been working closely with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> team for many years to promote ocean preservation and deep-sea exploration. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> submarines are able to dive to depths up to 11,000 metres, breaking records and allowing the team to explorer the world's most unexplored depths. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251670/image/large-b769ee2bd75a8f76134857156426465f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251670">"The move represents a heightened interest in ocean conservation and the next chapter of technically-enabled exploration. It also further establishes the personal submarine’s position – not just as a toy for the superrich – but a viable tool that can advance human understanding and excitement for the ocean, bringing important discoveries back to everyone."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251669/image/large-e5263750d7c12455aba7134f9f56922f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251669">The launch event was hosted by the Los Angeles Museum of Natural History, marking the 10 year anniversary of James Cameron’s dive with the DEEPSEA CHALLENGER submarine to the Mariana Trench.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251671/image/large-5e09fb96f330c54d11c4674ea9745b86.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251671">The aim of this new and exciting partnership is to bring new and unique opportunities that aims to build submarines with even deeper capabilities, that can stay underwater for longer and therefore further elevate the possibilities of underwater exploration. This will be accomplished in the years ahead via testing of new materials, in-house development of enhanced battery technologies and new design partners.Triton has recently announced a number of exciting partnerships, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56099" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Hercules: The Espen Øino-designed submersible by Triton Submarines (2022-10-05 15:30:00 +0200)">most notably with the Monaco-based yacht designer Espen Øino</a>, who has designed a series of radical new submarines for the superyacht market. They have also created a series of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55894" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Unveiling 69m Shadowolf: ShadowCAT's first monohull support yacht concept (2022-09-12 13:00:00 +0200)">concept superyacht designs with submarine launch and recovery capabilities in collaboration with world-famous support yacht builder, ShadowCa</a>t. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243917/image/large-22472b33a37f2216761cb6721302584a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243917"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55371" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Entrepreneur in Yachting: L. Bruce Jones of Triton Submarine (2022-06-22 15:45:00 +0200)">SuperYacht Times recently interviewed L. Bruce Jones, co-Founder of Triton, to find out the story behind the iconic brand</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James Cameron and Ray Dalio Triton

Filmaker James Cameron and Bridgewater Associates Founder Ray Dalio have partnered with Triton Submarines.

Filmmaker James Cameron and Bridgewater Associates Founder Ray Dalio Partner with Triton Submarines for next stage of ocean exploration

While the superyacht industry can be dog-eat-dog, the tender industry is a microcosm of competition within that already narrow niche. Many companies fail and every year more businesses are launched, only to close down a few years later.One business which has not only lasted but thrived, is the German shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a>, an exceptional company situated on a tributary of the River Weser in the city of Bremen.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250088/image/large-963371dbe12908d38b4892184567bc88.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250088">The secret behind the business’ success may well be that it stuck true to its roots, retained the family feeling that is at its heart, and consistently innovated in composite construction, year in and year out for more than 28 years.We sat down with Jan Meyer, half of the husband-wife duo who have driven the company to success over the decades, to find out how <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> has stayed above the fray.Can you share your entrepreneurial story, what was the origin of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a>?<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3619" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtwerft Meyer Gmbh (Company)">Yachtwerft Meyer</a> as a company was originally started in the 1980s by my father at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1231" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burmester (Company)">Burmester Shipyard</a>, which is now part of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>’s naval facility. In 1994 I joined the business and took over from my father, joining together with my wife Michaela Meyer who brought a huge amount of commercial expertise to the company.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250087/image/large-1f21e2166c786f8e3533859f96a86526.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250087">While my father was focusing on winter storage and small repair works by his own after we built the first superyacht tender – a 4.5-metre clinkered open sail dinghy boat – I realised this could be a business in itself.We have now delivered 120 boats from the yard, between superyacht tenders and fast boats made for the German Navy. We specialise in composite construction, working hard over the years to grow the team in a sustainable way and focus a large amount of energy on testing and development.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250090/image/large-f485eacb75c6691ffa5255347b2349e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250090">How do you stay on top of your game in such a competitive field?Our main priority is to ensure that we always have the latest technology on hand at the shipyard. 15 years ago we were one of the first companies to have our own milling machine in-house, meaning we’ve never had to rely on subcontractors to move forward with our projects.&nbsp;In 1997 we installed the first spray shed on site which allows us to heat the air to 90 degrees and make the most accurate post curing for composite parts. In 2005, we founded Fibretech Composites in partnership with Jens Brandes for components for the superyacht industry, which analyses elements of composite materials and has helped develop the patented method for heating moulds which has resulted in a number of awards for the shipyard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250089/image/large-9983c2bd16a2bacd075f97bdfe54fedf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250089">Today we are using sustainable materials for 10-15 percent of every boat. We have our own laboratory on site and for four years we have been working to ensure that these alternative materials are durable and reliable – it is this kind of innovation that keeps us cutting edge and I am always looking toward the future.What are the biggest challenges you’ve faced since you founded the business?&nbsp;Establishing the Silverline series, which has been designed in collaboration with Hamid Bekradi from HBD Studios, and bringing this idea into reality has certainly been a challenge, and a rewarding one – we have now delivered around 15 of this range.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250084/image/large-e62088354aa3737fe4cda0f1a61a4712.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250084">But also building the business that we see today from what my father originally built. We are a long way from the winter storage and repair work that we once were and that has really required a straightforward and honest approach.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250092/image/large-c1c9f3bcb7bb080889b8683b7a2268a6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250092">How have you managed to balance that growth while retaining the brand’s family feeling?My wife would say that our partnership has created a business with a soul; we’ve created and managed it with our own individual fingerprint and that has kept us down to earth. Everyone that comes to our shipyard sees that the team here is treated with respect for their skills and abilities and even though we have more than 50 staff, everyone knows one another; it is these things that are important to us.It is also a credit to our teams that so many of our clients continue to return, the family feeling is in more than just the people, it's also the individual attention given to every boat that creates that sense.&nbsp;Many entrepreneurs fail, why haven’t you?Michaela and I have been careful over the years with the business strategy to take on the right partners and clients at the right time. Many people in this side of the industry forget what it takes to fulfil a custom project, particularly when working with external suppliers. Bringing so much of the business in-house has allowed us to be very flexible and also reliable for our customers.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250086/image/large-eb50e1ced6dae77e1c699d643b1da469.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250086">Finally, what would you say to budding entrepreneurs in the tender industry?First, be careful, and secondly, you always have to swim faster than your competitors!This article was originally published in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/superyacht-times-issue-42" target="_blank">Issue 42 of SuperYacht Times newspaper.</a>&nbsp;To read more stories like this one and to never again miss another issue of the SuperYacht Times newspaper,&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">subscribe here</a>.

Business and entrepreneurial success with Jan Meyer of Yachtwerft Meyer

SuperYacht Times sat down with Jan Meyer of Yachtwerft Meyer to discuss business and entrepreneurial success in the tender industry

Discussing business and entrepreneurial success with Jan Meyer of Yachtwerft Meyer

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering Yachts</a> has unveiled the interior concept for its 33-metre explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a> 110, developed in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4720" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Red Yacht Design (Company)">Red Yacht Design</a>. The reveal offers a first look inside the model, with the first hull currently under construction.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/372249/image/large-9ffc2bdc420009249ec1e58cf2df10ec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/372249">Conceived as a crossover yacht, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16391" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering 110/0133.3m (109'3&quot;)Bering Yachts2027">Bering 110</a> aims to combine explorer yacht capabilities with the volume and comfort more commonly associated with larger vessels. While her steel hull and projected range of more than 5,000 nautical miles highlight her exploration credentials, her interior design takes a more restrained direction.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396259/image/large-f625f19ab89d937510477f384352590f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396259"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396260/image/large-a2b92ec224adb00b9d7dd82abc89d6e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396260">According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4720" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Red Yacht Design (Company)">Red Yacht Design</a>, the model’s interiors draw inspiration from Far Eastern principles of simplicity, balance and precision. The main saloon has been conceived as a continuous living space where the lounge, dining area and window seating flow naturally into one another. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396261/image/large-cc4e5a6cd3ef0e8648071aa84ed8aa4c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396261">Warm wood panelling, soft neutral tones, raw marble surfaces and placed burgundy accents are meticulously layered, while a curved sofa serves as the focal point of the lounge. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396263/image/large-0399d48b166deffd4f40f4913f613896.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396263">Moreover, textured stone and bronze-toned detailing are combined with carefully layered lighting, while a sculptural staircase frames her darker finishes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396262/image/large-ce40fe1687e59360a3005f217a6e43f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396262" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396270/image/large-ad0ab9b178534091e4385f873d3d1d9c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396270">Full-height wooden windows let in abundant natural light and the surrounding sea views. Cana Gokhan of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4720" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Red Yacht Design (Company)">Red Yacht Design</a> further remarks,“The details are clean and deliberate, with subtle nods to the discipline of calligraphy.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396266/image/large-e4501624263e2141f062a608fa7b3791.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396266">Her interiors are imagined as a space where guests can genuinely unwind. Rather than displaying traditional superyacht opulence, the yacht’s design prioritises stillness, comfort and liveability.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396267/image/large-b4c50c8988ec45e5ee044bbec49a62ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396267" 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/396264/image/large-8b953afd3227d4243379a0203dd395a2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396264">The layout remains closely aligned with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">Bering</a>'s explorer identity. Her asymmetrical main saloon benefits from generous width and circulation. The owner's suite, additional guest accommodations and crew areas have been configured for extended stays onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396269/image/large-0acb9673d1b760945dfd2d9b0b56ca8f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396269" 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;">&nbsp;Dedicated storage with ample space for necessary supplies and equipment have also been incorporated to support long-range cruising and self-sufficiency at sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396268/image/large-ab189de88814a2399080943d53faafd3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396268" 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/396265/image/large-9161f81cc4dbee429d677289fd44aba4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396265">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16391" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering 110/0133.3m (109'3&quot;)Bering Yachts2027">Bering 110</a> forms part of the shipyard's growing Superyacht Division, with additional interior details expected to be revealed as the project progresses. According to <a href="https://sytiq.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht iQ</a>,<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering Yachts (Company)">&nbsp;Bering</a> has several yachts in-build including the 49.68-metre Bering 165 yacht, and the first hull of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16391" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bering 110/0133.3m (109'3&quot;)Bering Yachts2027">Bering 110</a>.&nbsp;

 Bering unveils interior concept for in-build 33m explorer yacht Bering 110

Bering has unveiled the interior concept for its in-build 33-metre explorer yacht Bering 110, developed in collaboration with Red Yacht Design. 


<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA Yachts</a> has announced that the keel of the third 43.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17023" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Unica 45M/0343.7m (143'4&quot;)ISA Yachts2029">ISA Unica 45M</a> yacht has been laid from the shipyard in Ancona, Italy, marking the start of her construction. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396273/image/large-966918cdfe1cdf289affc294bd4fded0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396273">The sale of the third displacement yacht was announced in April 2026 to a client from the United States, with delivery scheduled for 2029. Developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1197" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Team for Design - Enrico Gobbi (Company)">Enrico Gobbi of TEAM for Design</a> in collaboration with the shipyard’s technical department, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17023" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Unica 45M/0343.7m (143'4&quot;)ISA Yachts2029">ISA Unica 45M</a> yacht features a steel hull and aluminium superstructure.&nbsp;Distinguished by fluid, perfectly balanced lines that create a sleek silhouette, the ISA Unica 45M yacht combines generous interior volume with extended outdoor spaces and large glazed sections.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65857" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Third ISA UNICA 45M Steel superyacht sold with 2029 delivery date (2026-04-14 20:30:00 +0200)">Third ISA UNICA 45M Steel superyacht sold with 2029 delivery date</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396272/image/large-8336c72513a1f53dfad504c1679588b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396272">Spanning 430 GT, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17023" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Unica 45M/0343.7m (143'4&quot;)ISA Yachts2029">ISA Unica 45M</a> yacht can accommodate up to 12 guests across a six stateroom configuration, with her owner’s suite positioned aft on the upper deck. The suite includes a private lounge, desk area, walk-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom.Further guest accommodation includes a VIP suite on the main deck with large side windows, a walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite with a separate shower, while the remaining guest accommodation can be found on the lower deck, comprising two further VIP suites and two twin suites.&nbsp;Moving outside, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17023" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Unica 45M/0343.7m (143'4&quot;)ISA Yachts2029">ISA Unica 45M</a> yacht boasts a stern layout spanning three levels. Descending towards the water, the space includes sunpads, a pool and an infinity cockpit, all of which are enclosed by a glass balustrade.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396271/image/large-796abe1179971e5145e9e562c63fbc12.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396271">Her main deck includes a gym, while dining spaces will be arranged both indoors on the main deck and outside on the upper deck, each accommodating up to 12 guests for formal dinners.Other key features include her upper deck which features a forward lounge and sunpad area, while her 16-metre fly deck incorporates additional lounging and dining spaces, a bar and a circular Jacuzzi.In terms of performance, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17023" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Unica 45M/0343.7m (143'4&quot;)ISA Yachts2029">ISA Unica 45M</a> 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, giving her a top speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots.

Keel of third ISA Unica 45m yacht laid

ISA Yachts has announced that the keel of the third 43.7-metre ISA Unica 45M yacht has been laid from the shipyard in Ancona, Italy.

Third ISA Unica 45M motor yacht keel laid

Dutch design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> has revealed new renderings of in-build 69-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> ahead of her launch this summer, offering a closer look at her design philosophy, custom interiors, and renewable energy systems.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396254/image/large-94d02d1ae28bc065a048800a6e2d96e3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396254">Developed in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra Naval Architects</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> has spent six years in development. Rather than purely focusing on reducing energy consumption, the yacht is reported to be the first of her class to be designed around energy generation. This radical approach allows the yacht to run for up to two weeks on purely renewable sources, without relying on fossil fuels.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396253/image/large-7447c42b77f8a8f7bc690af39433370f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396253"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> has been designed to honour the owners' appreciation for traditional sailing yachts while introducing a host of bespoke design solutions. Outside, custom elements can be found throughout, from the spoon bow and matte-finished deck hardware to the sculpted stern cap and hand-painted transom finished in a wood-effect treatment. Her notable metallic blue hull is further distinguished by a feather-inspired boot stripe, a reference to the black-browed albatross that served as a major inspiration for her design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396256/image/large-a8857968400b95119871dc187c9832f9.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396256">Looking inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> embraces a holistic interior concept centred on natural materials, craftsmanship and owner-focused living. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>’s interior rejects highly polished finishes in favour of tactile textures and organic materials to embody nature. Smoked European oak, reclaimed bark-based materials, leathered stone and hand-selected veneers are featured prominently throughout. Natural knots, cracks and grain variations have been deliberately preserved rather than concealed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396255/image/large-213cb67058fc8448969608065d402377.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396255">A unifying design language runs throughout the entire yacht. The designers have employed curved architectural forms, shaping joinery, furniture, structural glazing, and lighting. They further remark that all elements either begin or end in a full radius, creating a sense of continuity between the spaces.The owners' choices can be seen throughout <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a>’s design. Her main saloon features a flexible dining table designed to double as a puzzle and craft table, reflecting the owners' hobbies during extended periods onboard. Elsewhere, modular cockpit furniture can be swiftly reconfigured into either lounge or dining arrangements. Meanwhile, electrically operated cockpit windows enable guests to enclose exterior spaces at the touch of a button.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396257/image/large-90f1c0052c3eb53d6f1ebf5adf3d6cce.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396257">Accommodation onboard includes four staterooms. Each stateroom is personalised around places of significance to the owners, all taking inspiration from destinations from Italy to French Polynesia. The owner’s suite is arranged around the mizzen mast, which has been wrapped in a bespoke artwork by American sculptor Sienna Martz. Moreover, this area benefits from a dedicated study to support long periods of working remotely while cruising.Further customisation extends behind the scenes, where the traditional full-beam engine room has been eliminated to make room for a concealed service corridor, enabling the crew to move discreetly throughout the yacht while maintaining guest privacy.According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, the yacht combines hydro-generation through regenerative turbine propellers with more than 100-square-metres of photovoltaic thermal panels integrated into her biminis. These panels generate electrical and thermal energy to power onboard systems, heating and cooling.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396258/image/large-478db106ff098d1896050a1003af3d87.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396258">The yacht's sailing performance has also been refined thanks to a collaboration with Emirates Team New Zealand. Through advanced computational fluid dynamics testing, they developed a distinctive topside curvature that reportedly improves sailing speed by 2.5 percent while simultaneously increasing the vessel's electric power generation by approximately eight percent.Currently under construction at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Zero68.85m (225'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2026">Project Zero</a> is scheduled for launch in summer 2026.

First look: Vripack unveils interior concept of 69m ‘fossil-free’ sailing yacht Project Zero 

Interior concept of 69m sailing yacht Zero, an all-electric project by Vripack and Dykstra Naval Architects currently under construction at Vitters.

Recently spotted anchored off St Tropez by the SuperYacht Times team the 96-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> remains the largest modern private superyacht ever built in the United Kingdom. Constructed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport Yachts</a> in Plymouth and delivered in 2012, SuperYacht Times takes a look at 10 things you didn’t know about the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> flagship.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395647/image/large-c8c0480475b32d2822ac3b4050fd16cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395647">1. She has been under the same ownership since deliveryCommissioned in 2007 by a Swiss-Italian family and delivered in 2012, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> has remained within the family’s ownership for over a decade. Known as the former Project-55, she was launched on 10 September 2011 and christened <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a>, with her sea trials commencing in October 2011.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395636/image/large-784dda4f94be2bf21fab944a36c68946.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395636">2. She was built at a former naval shipyardFounded in 1989, by the Babcock International Group, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport Yachts</a> was based in Plymouth, Devon and was part of a tradition of boat building at the Devonport Royal Docks, which have been building and supporting The British Royal Navy for over three hundred years. Blending military-grade engineering with superyacht luxury, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport Yachts</a> put the UK on the map for large motor yacht designs. On 23 February 2010, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport Yachts</a> was acquired by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a>, with the two companies joining forces to expand the offering at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a>’ base in Falmouth.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395648/image/large-5c060da19ac4dc275b02e1e9083a83ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395648">3. The owner gifted his last superyacht to his motherThe name Vava has been used by the family on previous yachts, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> succeeding an earlier vessel bearing the same name. The previous 47.3-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/1064" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava47.3m (155'2&quot;)Feadship1996">Vava</a> was delivered in 1996, with the brief that her owner should enjoy the most peaceful long-distance cruising possible. The yacht was allegedly gifted to his mother when <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a>I was delivered. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395638/image/large-690e352299b20df7f4a808579a964981.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395638">4. Her owner won sailing's most famous trophyHer Swiss-Italian owner who as well as being listed as one of the top 100 wealthiest people in the world by Forbes magazine in 2013, is also a keen yachtsman and sailor. After founding the yachting syndicate Team Alinghi in 2000, her owner entered and won the renowned America’s Cup in 2003, bringing the Cup to Europe for the first time.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395644/image/large-8e6e948f928e48edf31db24a2923fcf6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395644">5. Her designers fought off competition to be chosen&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a>, with naval architecture by her builder Devonport. In an interview with SuperYacht Times in 2016, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a> Founder Justin Redman explained that it was an incredible opportunity to win the commission over other designers. “We felt we won it because we developed not only a very unique looking profile for her owner, but one which incorporated key influences which he had brought to the table from sailboat racing,” he explained.&nbsp;You can read the full interview <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/46674" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Insight: A behind-the-scenes look at Redman Whitely Dixon (2016-03-08 12:00:00 +0100)">here</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395643/image/large-c90cf5553c0191d6762a7293bea6cb81.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395643">6. She can accommodate a high number of guestsBuilt to SOLAS-36 passenger ship standards, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> set a new standard in the charter market for 2012 following her delivery. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 36 guests across an impressive 18 staterooms. Her master suite boasts an open-plan layout, while her full-beam VIP suite rivals other luxury yachts. She can also sleep a crew of 34. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395633/image/large-d1c97626edc7f61f7ed6e51652d62cfb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395633">7. She features one of the largest beach clubs of her generationWhen <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> was launched, expansive beach clubs were still relatively uncommon on large yachts. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> boasted a substantial waterside leisure area that helped set the standard for the indoor-outdoor lifestyle spaces that have since become commonplace across the superyacht sector. Other key features include an aft deck swimming pool, a main deck saloon with a sliding glass wall and a helideck, which was recently spotted with an Airbus H125 landing onboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395637/image/large-45075d272b12450df93265d130e80084.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395637">8. She has participated in scientific missions Although often spotted in the Mediterranean, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> was designed with global exploration in mind. She has been deployed for three research expeditions by scientists from the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) and other research universities from around the world. Her substantial fuel capacity, advanced engineering systems and robust construction allow her to undertake extended voyages far beyond the traditional summer cruising grounds frequented by many large yachts. Over the years she has travelled as far as Antarctica and Polynesia and has participated in scientific missions in the Indian Ocean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395645/image/large-9a7d3fd9d75bd6b12e895fb6df0b9175.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395645">9. She helped put British superyacht construction back in the spotlightThe delivery of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> attracted significant international attention and demonstrated that Britain could still compete in the upper size segments of superyacht construction. More than a decade later, she remains a lasting symbol of British engineering, design and craftsmanship.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395639/image/large-ce7d1bb5e1194e11f710c58e1226e024.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395639">10. She remains the largest modern superyacht built in the UK<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> still remains the largest modern superyacht ever constructed in the UK. The second largest modern superyacht is the 82-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pure82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Pure</a>, which was launched in 2008 and recently underwent an extensive refit at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/86" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amico & Co. s.r.l. (Company)">Amico &amp; Co</a> facility in Genova Italy.

UK’s largest modern superyacht Vava II

SuperYacht Times takes a look at 10 things you didn’t know about the Devonport flagship, Vava II. 

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Vava II: 10 things you didn't know about the UK's largest superyacht

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting&nbsp;</a>has announced that the 60.2-metre 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 53.25-metre support vessel <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> have departed the builder's main shipyard in Vlissingen, the Netherlands. This departure follows a period of refit, service and optimisation works. According to AIS data, both vessels are currently en route to Reykjavik, Iceland.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396232/image/large-abd42b77a1b431f487ab944294f2e03e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396232">The yard commented the works were customised to the owner's specific operational needs while preparing the fleet for extensive cruising and exploration in remote regions.Delivered in 2025, both vessels were conceived for long-range autonomy and expedition-style cruising. The pair were acquired by the same owner through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="TWW Yachts (Company)">TWW Yachts</a>, who oversaw their integration into a single exploration-focused fleet.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396229/image/large-f729916d9bf110968c318dc15a60c062.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396229"><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> features naval architecture developed in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>, with exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design &amp; Naval Architecture</a> and interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H2 Yacht Design (Company)">H2 Yacht Design</a>. Her onboard amenities include a wellness deck equipped with a Jacuzzi, bar and sauna, a convertible tender hangar that transforms into a lounge and karaoke bar, and a forward observation lounge designed for wildlife and weather watching.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396230/image/large-5aa256db87522afed8b9fe78dbef7a37.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396230">Meanwhile, <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> was designed inside and out by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>. The support vessel carries a range of expedition equipment, including tenders, a submarine and watersports gear. This allows the mothership to remain dedicated to guest accommodation and entertainment.In terms of performance, both yachts are 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/11078" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="After You60.2m (197'6&quot;)Damen Yachting2025">After You</a> has a cruising speed of 11.5 knots and a top speed of 14.5 knots, while <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> cruises at 12 knots and can reach a maximum speed of 19 knots. Together, the two vessels provide the capabilities of a much larger expedition yacht while retaining the flexibility and operational advantages of a dual-vessel setup.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396231/image/large-b80cda5f786823cbca02643d696ec9a9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396231">“It is always rewarding to welcome our yachts back to Vlissingen,” said Head of Refit &amp; Services at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> Michel Coens. “Their return reflects the trust placed in our team, our facilities and the way we work together with the Owner’s team, the Crew and our own specialists. Seeing After You and Emotional depart again ready for their next journey is something we can be proud of.”&nbsp;Photos provided courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a>.

After You and Emotional depart Damen Yachting following refit

The 60.2-metre Xplorer 60 yacht After You and her 53.25-metre support vessel Emotional have departed the builder's main shipyard in Vlissingen.


Xplorer 60 yacht After You and support vessel Emotional depart Damen Yachting after refit

For owner Paul Andrews, the search for the right yacht was a journey that spanned more than a decade. However, when he first came across the 25.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/121" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palmer Johnson Yachts (Company)">Palmer Johnson</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> online, something about her caught his attention. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394762/image/large-d54e9461baa90d5794ad964df495e456.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394762">“I first saw her in a video while I was searching for yachts,” he explained. “She was located in Thailand at the time, which was quite literally on the other side of the world from me, but her presence immediately stood out.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394534/image/large-bfddc47ecaf6a83efc8300953b5b19d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394534">Originally launched in 1967, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> was the largest aluminium hulled sailing yacht in the world when she first hit the water. Built as a classic world cruising yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> had circumnavigated the world three times, with voyages to the Antarctic and Arctic regions when she entered the market in 2022. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394541/image/large-c96b4ebc0ab5a9453459421e627799d7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394541">“The beam, the proportions and the sheer character of the yacht caught my attention straight away,” recalled Andrews. “I wasn’t specifically searching for a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/121" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palmer Johnson Yachts (Company)">Palmer Johnson</a>, but when she was built, she was engineered to a commercial, almost military-grade standard and built to navy specs, which gave her a genuine pedigree, strength and a fascinating story behind her.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394543/image/large-0b87ef55ef9559c3dc95e76eca2db6c7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394543">However, when Andrews finally travelled to Thailand to inspect the yacht in person, the initial impression was far from ideal. “It was raining heavily and she looked tired and neglected.” But returning the following day to see the yacht in clear conditions revealed a completely different vessel. “Her lines were beautiful and the potential became obvious. She simply needed vision and attention.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394544/image/large-f191bd60c4deb3732c009830efb76fc3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394544">In 2015 under the ownership of her previous owners, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> had started a refit programme spanning more than $1 million, which lasted five years and saw her receive a full teak interior refit. “It was clear that previous owners had already invested heavily in the yacht,” added Andrews. “The teak interior joinery was exceptional and the hull structure was sound. However, the layout did not fully make use of the yacht’s size.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394540/image/large-3bd64f4dfb231598384875f28fc57a05.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394540">With the help of Martin Holmes and his team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lee Marine International Brokerage (Company)">Lee Marine</a>, Andrews took a boat from Langkawi, Malaysia where he purchased <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> and started the process of refitting her in Phuket. “My vision was always to maximise the yacht without taking away the character that makes Firebird special,” he explained. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394689/image/large-066bcffa01ddea4816fadbefefba6fb6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394689">“Rather than remove that character, the refit focused on respecting the craftsmanship already onboard, while improving the functionality and layout for modern cruising. So the very first thing I wanted to do was lay a completely new teak deck.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394684/image/large-59c92dfa1c2c4dfaf499558c82520e13.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394684">The refit saw beautifully laid teak installed throughout, which instantly transformed her appearance and the feeling underfoot. From here, Andrews had a large swim platform and gangway at the stern installed for easy access, as well as an alfresco dining area for 12, with a large three-metre teak L-shaped sofa added and a circular seating area for eight at her stern.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394683/image/large-ccd9dbe381bbc98da19e89f67500eafb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394683">Additional work saw her saloon and guest staterooms reworked to create a larger and more comfortable interior, while technical works included the installation of a new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Raymarine UK Ltd (Company)">Raymarine</a> navigation suite, electric furling systems and the recommissioning of her <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1497" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Detroit Diesel (Company)">Detroit Diesel</a> engine and generators.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394537/image/large-a9744df0db0cb9126710320c8ad8f685.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394537">&nbsp;“I was involved in every stage of the project!” beamed Andrews. “Working alongside skilled craftsmen in Thailand allowed the ideas I had for the yacht to be executed properly.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394682/image/large-6c7c43f1ab3dc6151b36ef4b9e0c6d90.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394682">“The region has an impressive concentration of marine specialists including riggers, carpenters, sailmakers and marine engineers. The quality of teak craftsmanship in Thailand is also exceptional and the cost of skilled labour is significantly lower than in many other parts of the world. By chance I also discovered a local boat carpenter whose family had been building boats in the region for generations. His team worked tirelessly and played a crucial role in transforming the yacht.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394536/image/large-a684c5dbb17405c08f59b474c49fe63e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394536">A large portion of the refit work was carried out at Premier Superyacht Shipyard near <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Haven Marina (Company)">Yacht Haven Marina</a> in Phuket. The yard operates an 890-tonne travel lift and regularly handles vessels significantly larger than <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a>, so during her haul-out, hull works, repainting, mechanical servicing and installation of the bow thruster were completed at the yard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394535/image/large-fe228dc87c3eb4c006007450d0644190.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394535">The refit started almost immediately after Andrews had stepped onboard and he remained involved throughout the process. “After studying the layout of an <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1097" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oyster Yachts (Company)">Oyster</a> 85, I realised it might be possible to alter the companionway arrangement and open access to unused space within the yacht. By cutting through the bulkhead at the end of the galley we created a new passageway that allowed an entirely new guest stateroom to be built.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394687/image/large-2e193db0a4b19958ca9e5ecb0fbbb3b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394687">The result allowed for unused areas to be converted into additional guest accommodation, while maintaining the logical flow through her companionway and saloon areas. Thanks to this, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> is now able to comfortably accommodate up to 13 guests, while still feeling spacious. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394691/image/large-d359643ead180961dcf469e992df6a3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394691">“The onboard experience is exceptional now! <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> is incredibly comfortable and she has become a wonderful place to spend time. I have several comfortable homes on land, but I genuinely did not expect living aboard a yacht to feel this enjoyable.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394775/image/large-19d12ff20ebf8798893858104887e523.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394775">From a technical standpoint the most important upgrade was the installation of a Max Power bow thruster. At 71 tonnes, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> is not a small yacht and the thruster significantly improved manoeuvrability for docking. Paired with electric furling systems, her sails can now be easily controlled from the cockpit, &nbsp;which means the yacht can be sailed comfortably by a small crew. “Together with the bow thruster and upgraded navigation systems, the yacht is now far easier and safer to operate,” added Andrews.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394782/image/large-7d015b051a954c975849eb73b943caa0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394782">Currently available for charter, Andrews noted that there had already been interest from charter clients in the Seychelles and the Maldives. “It would feel rather selfish to keep such a yacht entirely to myself! Our goal is to have her operating in the Greek islands by 2027.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394781/image/large-71d773016ba60ca5be3610663cfc2a04.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394781">The refit took approximately 18 months to complete, with the project bringing the yacht a new lease of life. “I have restored historic buildings and classic cars before, but <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> has been the most rewarding project of them all! Working on her felt almost like giving a living vessel a new chapter in her life. I feel incredibly privileged to have been part of that transformation.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394773/image/large-89483fb30e91ef0842117ed871bea925.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394773">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Firebird25.6m (83'12&quot;)Palmer Johnson Yachts1967">Firebird</a> has had an extraordinary life with many different owners over the decades, with each leaving their own mark on the vessel,” concluded Andrews. “If I had to describe her in just a few words, I would say she is an iconic, unique superyacht and I hope she continues to bring joy to many future owners and guests.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/394763/image/large-26cc3acdb14ea54697eb754a850e1393.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/394763">

Firebird: 26m Palmer Johnson yacht refit

Inside the 18-month Thai refit that transformed the 26m Palmer Johnson sailing yacht Firebird into a modern cruising yacht.

Firebird reborn: Behind the Thai refit of a classic 26m yacht

Superyachts have become a floating home for many of its new-age owners, and it is precisely this that has motivated <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a>’ design for the Squalo 100. The brief for both the exterior and interior design was to create a yacht that feels right to live on, emotionally, physically and sensorially. From the layout to the engineering behind the walls was approached through the lens of human experience, rather than mere aesthetics. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395777/image/large-3128f701f247e9a823704b469af76762.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395777">Intimacy, comfort &amp; balanceFor <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a>, luxury is deeply connected to proportion, intimacy and comfort: “a yacht can feature the finest materials and highest quality finishes, but if the spaces feel too tight, disconnected or uncomfortable, the emotional experience aboard is lost” says Roberto Aboumrad, the founder and CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Yachts</a>.Hence, true onboard luxury is not measured by excess or scale alone, but by understanding the emotional relationship between people and space. If seating arrangements are too close together or too far apart, it can obstruct the way onboard guests interact with one another. “True comfort comes from finding that human balance of space.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395771/image/large-de41a280b3ab03c380c47ca7096655df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395771">For Roberto, that comfort starts with the shape of the hull. Rather than pursuing narrow planning hulls, which are optimised for going fast, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha</a> decided on a semi-displacement hull. “These hulls are designed for liveability, efficiency and comfort. There is more interior volume, while simultaneously cruising at speeds it was designed to (i.e. 10-14 knots).”Cruising at the speed that the yacht was designed to do, also ensures high fuel efficiency and long range cruising, which sits in line with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/12554" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Squalo 10030.02m (98'6&quot;)">Alpha</a>’s approach towards sustainability. “There’s a misconception in today’s market that, by adding more electronics and gadgets, you automatically create a better boat,” yet often the opposite is true. “The more complicated you make a vessel, the more things you create that require maintenance.” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a> instead focuses on “creating systems that are durable, intuitive and reliable for long-term ownership.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395758/image/large-1424f9925cdca3c1115877f949e5d9c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395758">While keeping the number of gadgets to a minimum, technology does play a crucial role in any <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yacht</a>s vessel. “Technology is extremely important for us,” shares Roberto, “but for us technology means simplification.” Making elements more simple and functional makes for happy yacht owners. “It’s a mentality that extends directly into the crew’s workflow and maintainability. A happy crew creates a happy yacht.” With that same thought, the yard has placed enormous importance on crew accommodations and facilities: “the crew lives onboard year-round - it is important they are comfortable and happy.”&nbsp;Especially the galley is a space of pride for Roberto, “we have an incredibly large galley,” he continues, “the space has a centre island, industrial refrigerators, freezers and extraction hoods, a Hoshizaki ice maker capable of producing 90 kilos of crystal clear ice per day.” For <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a>, Roberto emphasises, “the galley is one of the most important areas onboard; it directly impacts everyday life.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395781/image/large-eca123327394f5b4dce944d6d68412a7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395781">Living the experienceA crucial element to designing a yacht for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a> is onboard experience: “when you’ve lived aboard boats for enough years, travelled enough and truly experienced living at sea, you begin to understand the human needs of onboard living” shares Roberto, “you can study design at a desk, but living it opens up a whole new understanding.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395757/image/large-c3608611ab7f6dd82cd72bba6d9c9e54.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395757">This philosophy is not just extended to the yacht’s interiors, but also to the engineering of the Squalo 100. One such place is the engine room, which, onboard all <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a>, are designed with accessibility and functionality as priorities - the goal is to make the engine room and its equipment accessible and simple.Roberto explains how “comfort is an overall sensory experience - space, silence, vibration, colours, atmosphere - to truly feel comfortable and happy, you need to feel all five senses.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395753/image/large-8a75feae7d000d25adda68409da4ead2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395753">One way in which the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha</a> team has done this is by structurally separating the hull and superstructure, which dramatically reduces vibrations and sound transfer throughout the vessel. “You don’t hear generators, vibrations, nor conversation in any of the other staterooms. There is total silence onboard.”Another one of the senses <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a> is especially considerate of is smell. “You can walk into a beautiful boat but if it’s humid or there are unpleasant odours, it ruins the experience.” The yard has noticed that many of the odour-related issues don’t actually originate from black or grey water tanks themselves, but from low-quality piping systems that begin to sweat over time. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395761/image/large-f1870b9a00c455b1e44bcca22a5b9127.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395761">To prevent this, the Squalo 100 has incorporated high quality piping systems alongside a positive-pressure make-up air system designed to continuously renew and purify the air onboard. “Approximately six times per hour, the entire interior air volume is renewed with fresh air.” The result is a refreshing onboard environment.The air-flow design onboard the yacht has also been thoroughly considered: “we maintain more pressure inside the salon than outside, so when the doors open, fresh air escapes outward and blocks hot air from entering” Roberto explains. For the galley, the same construction is used, but flipped, “the galley maintains a lower pressure than the guest areas so that not all the cooking smells will spill into the staterooms and saloon.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395762/image/large-48885ca43e88052e18731411f2ea3610.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395762">Living in spaceA central element in the design of the Squalo 100 and all other <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a> is the ceiling height. “For me ceiling height is a must,” Roberto shares how this decision was rooted in a very human observation: “When tall people walk onto yachts, they have to check how much space sits between the top of their head and the ceiling - which often isn’t very much.” Combined with the Squalo 100’s full-beam saloon and master cabin, the increased ceiling height dramatically transforms the perception of the interior volume. “It creates a totally different feeling onboard.”Besides a spacious layout, a refreshing airflow and minimal yet high-end technologies, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha Custom Yachts</a> offers additional personalisation for their yachts through elements like hull colours. “I had a client with a huge fascination for Porsche and he told me he wanted his hull the same colour of his Porsche Calipers brakes."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395763/image/large-5a734ebfefcf55bc0e5400e54e0d53fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395763">“We have always been extremely flexible with customisation because we understand that every owner lives differently and expresses luxury differently.” This type of pursuit of individuality is the main reason that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha</a> has intentionally stayed a boutique shipyard. “We’ve done crazy things,” shares Roberto, “but if it doesn’t hurt the value or integrity of the yacht, we’re happy to make our client’s vision become a reality.”There’s a few elements that the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha</a> team won’t compromise on, like the crew accommodations and facilities. Roberto shares how “the crew lives onboard year-round. If the crew isn’t comfortable or happy, the boat won’t be a happy boat.” While owners or guests spend maybe just over a week onboard, crew lives onboard and ensuring they feel at home is of utmost importance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395746/image/large-e1304f071c6fd249b2bf1a2b910fbc15.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395746">A symbol of powerThe Squalo 100 carries an air of power. Its name stems from the Italian word squalo, meaning ‘Shark’. “A shark is the most efficient creature in the ocean. It’s powerful, intelligent, efficient, and naturally dominant.” For the shipyard, the name perfectly reflects its in-house philosophy. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alpha Custom Yachts (Company)">Alpha</a> represents leadership, and the Squalo yacht represents efficiency, strength, personality and power.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/395767/image/large-999c901798381e697b3243b4b14b578f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/395767">

Inside the design of Alpha squalo 100

Alpha Custom Yachts' Squalo 100, designed for spacious living on the water.

Alpha Yachts’ Squalo 100: Redefining human-centred yacht design

The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has upheld a lower court ruling that Eduard Khudainatov, the former owner of the 106.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>, cannot claim ownership following her seizure in 2022, marking the last chance he had to appeal the decision.SuperYacht Times takes a look back at the full legal battle over the yacht’s ownership and the proceedings that led to the US Government’s forfeiture of the yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/393887/image/large-ad933bf5db70a1d40d13082c78016610.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/393887">The seizure of AmadeaIn April 2022, U.S. authorities under the Biden administration, seized <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> in Fiji as part of their Task Force KleptoCapture, which aimed at intensifying sanction enforcements against Russian oligarchs linked to President Vladimir Putin.&nbsp;Prosecutors allege that sanctioned Russian billionaire Suleiman Kerimov is the owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>, while Eduard Khudainatov, the former chief of Russian state oil and gas company Rosneft, and his company Millemarin Investment claim that the yacht is under their ownership.&nbsp;Suleiman Kerimov was sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department, in consultation with the Department of State in 2018 for his role as an official of the Russian Federation and a member of the Russian Federation Council. He was alleged to have moved hundreds of millions of euros into France, in addition to conducting standard fund transfers without disclosing the money to French tax authorities.The arrest of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> was announced on 14 April 2022, but the Task Force KleptoCapture did not get the official green light for her arrest until 4 May. During this period a plea had been made by Millemarin Investment on the registration of the US warrant to seize <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>.&nbsp;The Fijian Court of Appeals dismissed the plea on 27 May, opening an avenue for the U.S. Department of Justice to actualise the arrest and transport her to U.S. territory. From there, the yacht was locked in a legal battle for several years regarding her true ownership. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/393882/image/large-85002cf90fcbd0f9d3c4545d29a092c9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/393882">The ownership structure behind AmadeaAccording to court documents, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) in September 2021 showed that Millemarin Investments Ltd were committed to sell <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> for €225 million to a Cayman Islands entity that was created less than one week before the deal. Under the agreement, the buyer acquired the right to use the yacht and assumed responsibility for her operating costs following the initial €45 million payment.Lawyers representing Millemarin claim the Cayman Islands-based company is owned by Khudainatov and because he is not currently sanctioned by the U.S, his legal team therefore challenged the seizure and forfeiture of the yacht.However, U.S prosecutors argue that the sanctioned Russian billionaire Kerimov was behind the Cayman Islands entity and that he allegedly used a web of shell companies to hide his assets, including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>, and evade international sanctions.&nbsp;It was alleged that Khudainatov was serving as the "straw” or nominal owner to obscure Kerimov's involvement.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/393883/image/large-99488250fa35ea39ce37fa28d4ff2747.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/393883">The court battle In October 2023, U.S. Justice Department filed a civil forfeiture complaint for ownership of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> following her seizure and relocation to San Diego in 2022. The complaint was filed at the Manhattan federal court and marked the start of a lengthy judicial process for the US to seek ownership.The U.S. Department of Justice alleged in its complaint that Suleiman Kerimov bought <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> in 2021, and then violated U.S. sanctions by making more than $1 million in maintenance payments through U.S. financial institutions.Just four months later, the U.S. government filed a petition to auction <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> before the dispute over her ownership was resolved, stating that the yacht was currently costing the U.S government more than $7 million a year to maintain.A court filing by federal prosecutors in Manhattan told U.S. District Judge Dale Ho that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> currently had an “excessive” $600,000 monthly average maintenance bill, and urged the judge to consider an auction. They also alleged that talks to have Khudainatov pay for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>'s upkeep had broken down.&nbsp;In January 2025, the evidentiary hearing began to determine the ownership of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>. Rachael Doud, Assistant US Attorney for the Southern District of New York stated that Kerimov’s niece allegedly paid €225 million to complete the sale of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> in 2021 on his behalf and to bypass sanctions which had been imposed on him since 2018.According to Doud, Kerimov and his family used the vessel and had plans to use it further, with Khudainatov acting as a straw owner. Khudainatov’s lawyer Adam Ford argued that there is no evidence of a completed sale and characterised the agreement with Kerimov as a loan rather than a purchase.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/393875/image/large-a816cc99184d93f85c79dca79e3e1630.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/393875">Ownership claims rejected and yacht sold at auctionOn 10 March 2025, U.S. District Judge Dale Ho issued an 80-page ruling that stated that while Khudainatov retained the "bare title" to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> after September 2021, the true beneficial owner was sanctioned Russian billionaire Suleiman Kerimov.The decision marked a significant victory for the U.S. Department of Justice, prompting them to announce in August 2025 that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> would be offered for sale via a sealed-bid auction on 10 September 2025.The auction was administered by the National Maritime Services of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in accordance with a forfeiture order issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (Case 1:23-cv-09304), with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser Yachts</a> appointed as promotional agent for the auction.In October 2025, a spokesperson for the United States Marshals Service confirmed that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> had been sold at auction, with her new owner and price not disclosed. However, Khudainatov and Millemarin Investments submitted an appeal to the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, maintaining they were the beneficial owners of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/393872/image/large-9aac7473aea0108815459490aee8c9cf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/393872">Final ownership appeal rejectedIn a decision issued on 1 June 2026, the court and circuit Judges Parker, Lohier and Merriam affirmed Ho’s previous ruling, confirming that Eduard Khudainatov and Millemarin Investments Ltd were unable to demonstrate a sufficient beneficial interest in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>.&nbsp;The court agreed with the District Court in the Southern District of New York, stating that Khudainatov acted as a "straw owner" and despite a sale agreement in 2021 that transferred control and economic responsibility for the yacht, he only appeared as the legal owner on paper, with the real economic ownership allegedly under the control of Kerimov.&nbsp;The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit confirmed that Khudainatov failed to demonstrate the type of beneficial interest required under US law to contest civil forfeiture proceedings.“With the standard of proof established, we review the District Court’s legal conclusions relating to standing de novo and its factual findings for clear error,” explained the court. “The District Court correctly concluded that the claimants’ legal title to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> did not itself establish standing to contest the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a>’s forfeiture. For the foregoing reasons, we affirm the judgments of the District Court.”As a result of this, the legal challenge over ownership has been brought to a close, with the Government’s forfeiture of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> remaining in place, and no other avenues available for the claimants to pursue ownership arguments in the United States courts.Delivered in 2017, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>, with naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>. With a gross tonnage of 4,402, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 16 guests across an eight stateroom configuration, alongside an impressive crew of 36.&nbsp;Amenities onboard include an infinity pool, a certified helipad, a private owner’s spa, a separate guest spa and two elevators. 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 yacht has a top speed of 20 knots, a cruising speed of 13 knots and a range of 8,000 nautical miles.&nbsp;According to AIS, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.1m (348'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Amadea</a> is currently located in Monaco.

Amadea yacht ownership appeal rejected

The US Court of Appeals has upheld the court ruling that Eduard Khudainatov cannot claim ownership of the 106m Lürssen yacht Amadea.

US Court rejects final appeal from ex.owner of 106m yacht Amadea

As Venice Climate Week runs from 3 to 8 June, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> is calling for urgent investment in alternative fuel infrastructure across Europe. The company noted that the transition to next-generation sustainable yachts will depend on availability of energy infrastructure, rather than the speed of technological progress.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396223/image/large-103ef131c568767e63b19cb8b8a430ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396223">Executive Chairman Massimo Perotti presented the ‘Venice Call for Maritime Action’ at the event, an initiative formalised through an open letter addressed to Jessika Roswall, European Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy, and copied to Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.“Across our industries, the technologies required to enable more sustainable mobility, employment and enjoyment at sea are no longer theoretical,” he stated in the letter. “They are real, advancing rapidly, and increasingly ready to move beyond experimentation and into everyday use.” The initiative calls for coordinated investment in green methanol supply chains and electrification infrastructure across key maritime hubs.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> noted that while it has already invested in bi-fuel methanol propulsion as part of its 'Road to 2030' strategy, adoption remains constrained by limited infrastructure. This case is &nbsp;particularly apparent in the Mediterranean, where availability across marinas is still minimal.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396224/image/large-fa3744cfa8c57f5776899c890d02e793.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396224">Currently, less than one percent of global methanol production is renewable, with supply concentrated in industrial ports such as Rotterdam and Antwerp-Bruges, leaving major yachting regions underserved.The ‘Venice Call for Maritime Action’ urges coordinated action among European institutions and policymakers, port authorities and coastal cities, energy producers and fuel suppliers, and industrial and technology partners to accelerate the transition. This includes including a six-month progress review to assess infrastructure development.The letter also pushes forward <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>'s commitment to the following initiatives:&nbsp;<ul><li>Championing a future vision for more sustainable yachting</li><li>Continuing investment in innovation and technological progress</li><li>Supporting the development of viable and accessible energy ecosystems</li><li>Engaging in cross-sector collaboration to accelerate progress<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396226/image/large-dd7b8005406727dc9430ff3c953dbf09.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396226"></li></ul>The effort has already drawn support from across the maritime sector, including SYBAss, Professor Flavio Manenti of Politecnico di Milano, alongside representatives from marine technology, energy, and sustainability organisations.As one of the founding partners of Venice Climate Week, the company is using its Casa Sanlorenzo hub to convene industry dialogue under the ‘Planet Aqua, Planet Peace’ programme. The initiative brings together city leaders, scientists and industry stakeholders to address coastal resilience and maritime transition.Moreover, the group continues to advance its Road to '2030 strategy'. This includes the 50Steel Almax, the first superyacht to feature a methanol fuel cell system, and Bluegame’s hydrogen-powered BGH-HSV support vessel, developed for zero-emission operations during the America’s Cup."By aligning investment, infrastructure and policy, it is possible to unlock the next phase of sustainable &nbsp;maritime mobility and support the wider integration of alternative propulsion technologies across &nbsp;Europe,” Perotti concluded.

Sanlorenzo Venice Climate Week

Sanlorenzo is calling for urgent investment in alternative fuel infrastructure across Europe at the Venice Climate Week 2026.

Sanlorenzo urges acceleration of green methanol infrastructure at Venice Climate Week

The 24.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/162" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Codecasa S.p.A. (Company)">Codecasa</a> motor yacht Visotta has been sold and renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Besame Mucho24.3m (79'9&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.1995">Besame Mucho</a>. Lorenzo Tosi of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5022" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Timone Yachts (Company)">Timone Yachts</a> represented both the buyer and the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/396222/image/large-db8da0028a70703d7cb78287f1d649d1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/396222"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Besame Mucho24.3m (79'9&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.1995">Besame Mucho&nbsp;</a>was delivered as Lady Hawk in 1995 and was built out of aluminium. Her naval architecture was created in-house by her Italian builder, with exteriors crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andrea Bacigalupo (Company)">Andrea Bacigalupo</a> and her interiors penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/186" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Della Role Design (Company)">Della Role Design</a>.She can accommodate up to six guests across three well-appointed staterooms. Meanwhile, her flybridge provides an area for guests to dine alfresco or lounge in the comfortable seating.&nbsp;In terms of propulsion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Besame Mucho24.3m (79'9&quot;)Codecasa S.p.A.1995">Besame Mucho</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, giving her a cruising speed of 25 knots and a top speed of 33 knots.Photo courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5022" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Timone Yachts (Company)">Timone Yachts</a>.

Codecasa yacht Besame Mucho sold

The 24.3-metre Codecasa motor yacht Visotta has been sold and renamed Besame Mucho.

24m Codecasa yacht Visotta sold and renamed Besame Mucho

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ShadowCAT (Company)">ShadowCAT</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton Submarines</a> have once again joined forces to announce SHADOWLARK Pro, a new 50-metre commercial launch-and-recovery craft concept, designed for the luxury tourism industry. The latest concept will follow SHADOWLARK, the 23.9-metre launch-and-recovery support catamaran announced last month.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225284/image/large-4f5f692bf274e348ce1965928c01465c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225284">Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54718" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SHADOWLARK: The all-new 24m launch-and-recovery support catamaran by SHADOWCAT and Triton Submarines (2022-03-07 15:45:00 +0100)">SHADOWLARK: The all-new 24m launch-and-recovery support catamaran by SHADOWCAT and Triton Submarines</a>The duo are working alongside <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/809" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tillberg Design of Sweden (Company)">Tillberg Design of Sweden</a>, a leading design company for luxury yachts and cruise ships. SHADOWLARK Pro’s naval architecture and marine engineering plans have been developed by the Australia-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Incat Crowther (Company)">Incat Crowther</a> who are an exclusive partner for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ShadowCAT (Company)">ShadowCAT</a>.SHADOWLARK Pro uses the existing innovative platform provided by SHADOWLARK to expand this vessel for commercial operations and to accommodate a larger submarine. SHADOWLARK Pro will be able to host the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> DeepView, a modular tourist sub that offers incremental capacities from 12 up to 66 guests or multiple submersibles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225281/image/large-47131a2c35680c1fe51946bfc1395d1b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225281">SHADOWLARK Pro is able to offer a greater capacity for up to 10 crew thanks to her 4-metre beam, and draft of 2-metres. Her generous size means she is equipped with stowage over three decks,for dedicated reception and post-dive lounges, storage for large transport tenders and dive boats, dive and jet-ski centres, and water toy storage.Robert Smith, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ShadowCAT (Company)">ShadowCAT</a>’s founder said “the expansion of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ShadowCAT (Company)">ShadowCAT</a>’s LARC offerings to the commercial sector is in response to market demand for a luxurious, yet cost-effective and practical platform, that cruise operators and resorts could source to generate additional revenue and to develop a reputation for exceptional excursions. The addition of a SHADOWLARK Pro is a smart decision in terms of enhancing seaborne expeditions, revenue and brand value.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225285/image/large-61d06678a615ac1e4dbb01888da20a96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225285">The teamwork of those involved in SHADOWLARK Pro has helped to create a coherent design, “Working together we realised the opportunity for a fully independent support platform that could dramatically increase guest experiences, throughout, safety and revenues, while significantly reducing the impact, construction and operational challenges of carrying activity-related assets aboard the cruise vessel itself,” said Daniel Nerhagen, partner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/809" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tillberg Design of Sweden (Company)">Tillberg Design of Sweden</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225282/image/large-6258fdebed72f49a70a16300ab18dc68.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225282">“Our initial focus was on aiding cruise operators in increasing guest satisfaction in terms of guest throughput for submersible experiences,” explains Bruce Jones, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton Submarines</a>. “Though our eight-passenger <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> 660/9 AVA is causing a sensation in the Expedition Cruise sector, the demand for a higher-capacity submersible versus the available space onboard the cruise vessel has been a conflict that can’t be resolved. The natural solution is to take the submersible off the mothership. The Triton DeepView is the ideal solution to improve guest throughput and revenues for the cruise lines. Together with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/809" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tillberg Design of Sweden (Company)">Tillberg Design of Sweden</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ShadowCAT (Company)">ShadowCAT</a>, we’ve created a concept that delivers many more additional benefits.”

Shadowcat and Triton Submarines SHADOWLARK Pro concept

Shadowcat and Triton Submarines have once again joined forces to announce SHADOWLARK Pro, a new 50m commercial launch-and-recovery craft concept.

ShadowCAT and Triton Submarines announce SHADOWLARK Pro, a 50m launch-and-recovery concept

One of the most intriguing smaller boats to debut at the <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2022">Cannes Yachting Festival</a> was the Vandal Explorer, a 14-metre all-aluminium tender. Styled by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a> – best known for having designed some of the biggest superyachts on the water – and based on a foil-assisted catamaran platform by Canadian <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scott Hollers Jutson (Company)">Scott Jutson</a>, the concept originated with industry veteran Ben Mennem.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241010/image/large-bd49a0870ce82f5000db8677361d2da8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241010">“I’d been planning to build a boat like this for myself for five or six years,” says Mennem. “I wanted it to be of aluminium because it wasn’t worth tooling the moulds for a one-off; I wanted outboards so they can come out of water when not in use; and I wanted it to be as simple as possible.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241003/image/large-5c6cfba2bf6ecf28094354151dc33041.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241003">Mennem already owned an 8.5-metre RIB with foils and went to his old friend <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2363" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scott Hollers Jutson (Company)">Scott Jutson</a> to create the catamaran configuration based on the same principle. A discussion with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a> at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4337" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club de Monaco (Company)">Monaco Yacht Club</a> led to the Norwegian designer agreeing to take on the styling of the topsides. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241210/image/large-88f69478718abacdd713a9add37e853b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241210">“In a way, it’s the antithesis of what we normally deal with,” says <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Øino</a>, “but I loved the simplicity of it, the idea of really going back to basics and thinking about what you need and don’t need on a boat of this size.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241006/image/large-2054c737a3cd6a9425d23838be184a19.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241006">Both Mennem and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Øino</a> own Land Rover Defenders and the robust, functional design of the classic off-roader informed the design of the Vandal Explorer with its flat aluminium panels, chunky wrap-around fender and rugged handrails. The focus is on space and practicality rather than luxurious frills. The tender is launched by a simple, removable derrick and to avoid additional wiring there is no sound system on board.&nbsp;“If you want music, use a portable Bluetooth system,” says Mennem. “This is all about ‘glamping’ on the water!”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241011/image/large-80fb23fd05c2f02db230f7064fc7ec9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241011">Built by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6860" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tenderworks (Company)">Tenderworks</a> team in the Netherlands, which has long experience of building custom tenders and chase boats for superyachts, Mennem and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Øino</a> each own a Vandal Explorer and both put their respective boats through their paces in the Mediterranean this summer.“I have over 150 hours on the engines now after cruising between Capri, Naples and the Amalfi coast,” says <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Øino</a>. “I can testify first-hand to the performance and comfort, and it’s great fun to drive. My experience this summer showed me that simplicity works every time. Sabrina, my wife, was sceptical at first – she was the one who christened the boat Bruttino, Italian for a bit ugly – but she and the kids are totally into it now.”“Critical to the initial concept was being able do the big jumps in the Med, say from Marseille to Alcúdia in Mallorca or Mahon to northern Sardinia,” says Mennem. “To do that you need the speed and range, but also the performance even in quite rough seas, which is where the asymmetric hulls and foils come in.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241008/image/large-13219f997c558d0360aef5cf0ecf5244.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241008">The catamaran platform is well proven by workboats all over the world, often in extreme conditions. Powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5777" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yamaha (Company)">Yamaha</a> XTO 425 hp engines, the passive foils carry 35 percent of the boat’s weight, reducing fuel consumption by 25 percent while providing a range of up to 240 nautical miles. They also give a smoother ride, less spray, enhanced stability and better top performance with a redline speed of 40 knots or more.Designed to function as a weekend runabout, fishing boat, dive boat, superyacht chase boat or explorer tender, the Vandal Explorer has a six to eight person dining area, a double cabin forward, aft deck rain shower, interior day head with additional shower, a well-appointed outdoor galley and plenty of lounging areas, also on the flybridge. Menem’s boat includes a self-draining deck locker to take a couple of mountain bikes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241007/image/large-fc29a897185048c6c89e5163271478f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241007">“Sustainability was another consideration during the design,” adds <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Øino</a>. “Recycled aluminium is used in the construction and improved fuel efficiency means fewer emissions, but we also use silicon anti-fouling, solar panels on the flybridge and there’s an onboard incinerator to avoid black water discharge. We don’t even have AC on board and rely on strategically placed windows or hatches for natural ventilation, like the old wind scoops you see on classic yachts.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241009/image/large-a81f919f50273535db5b65d58ba532ae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241009">For <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Øino</a> the Vandal Explore is part of an ambitious personal project as he plans to cruise the entire Norwegian coastline along the Skagerrak, North Sea, Norwegian Sea and Barents Sea &nbsp;from Sweden to the Russian border &nbsp;in a similar vessel, perhaps equipped with hybrid or electric propulsion. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/241017/image/large-033bf66cf1f71f46060b5988ec5d7bb1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/241017">