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Yachts attending St. Barths Bucket Regatta 2024

We take a look at the yachts that will be in attendance during this year’s highly anticipated St. Barths Bucket Regatta 2024. 


Yachts attending the St. Barths Bucket Regatta 2024

Last Saturday (19th March) saw the third day of racing at one of the world’s most prestigious four-day regattas, <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="St Barths Bucket Regatta - 2022">St Barths Bucket Regatta</a>. The sailors had plenty of time to mentally prepare for the course as winds gusting over 25 knots led to a delay of two hours for the events to begin.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220441/image/large-d3bcc76ff20b93bdf4be666c24fd93ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220441">The day’s racing saw two classes, the Grand Dames and L’Esprit, sail the same 18.4 nautical miles clockwise around and through small islands and rock groupings on the west and north side of the island of Saint Barthélémy. The other five classes, Les Gazelles, Les Elegantes, Les Mademoiselles, Les Petites Dames and J-Class also sailed a similar route but with some longer legs to stretch the trek to just over 23 nautical miles.Thankfully the wind conditions had improved to a cool 17-18 knots for the first pursuit start at 1:30pm for the L’Esprit Class. But the wind then whipped up again to 30+ knots when strong winds and sideways rain hit in the vicinity of the islands Ile Fourchue and Ile de Boulanger. That was when many in the fleet were embarking on their second downwind leg of the race. (The first downwind leg began at the start.)<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220447/image/large-1b006020db8d50625c1d413730b710b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220447">“We saw that squall coming,” said Jonathan Carter, captain of the 27.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor's Swan (Company)">Nautor’s Swan</a> sloop <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8346" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freya27.71m (90'11&quot;)Nautor's Swan2012">Freya</a> in Les Petites Dames class, “and felt we were in front of it enough to fly our spinnaker.” &nbsp;The team hoisted in 22 knots, did a quick jibe, and when the wind hit 32 knots and the boat speed reached into the 20s, they decided it was time to douse. The team including owner/driver Don Macpherson and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo (Company)">Volvo</a> Ocean Race veteran Kimo Worthington who called tactics, managed to stay well in sync which led to a win in this race. “We hit all the lay lines; only had three tacks on the first beat; and hugged in close behind the island, which gave us an advantage. The foredeck crew did a great job despite us putting them in some tricky situations.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8346" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freya27.71m (90'11&quot;)Nautor's Swan2012">Freya</a> also won yesterday in the Les Petites Dames class, joining classmates <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Drifter Cube31.05m (101'10&quot;)Nautor's Swan2020">Drifter Cube</a>, a 29.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor's Swan (Company)">Nautor’s Swan</a> sloop, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sonny III27.86m (91'5&quot;)Brooklin Boat Yard 2018">Sonny III</a>, a 27.9-metre Johnson sloop as first-timers here. The Les Petites Dames are part of a new initiative to include smaller high-performance racing machines in the regatta.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220437/image/large-3bf65e9b112b8897a9d3e97ee517a9f0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220437">Other class leaders from Friday’s race that maintained their positions on Saturday were the defending overall and class champion <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/592" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hetairos66.7m (218'10&quot;)Baltic Yachts2011">Hetairos</a>, the 59.9-metre <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> ketch, in Les Gazelles; defending class champion <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquarius56.0m (183'9&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2018">Aquarius</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra</a> ketch, in Les Elegantes; and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/432" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ranger41.55m (136'4&quot;)Danish Yachts2003">Ranger</a>, the 41.63-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a> sloop, in J-Class.The 43.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/421" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="W Starling Burgess (Company)">Starling Burgess</a> schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5645" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Columbia43.03m (141'2&quot;)Eastern Shipbuilding Group2014">Columbia</a> in the L’Espirit class, dropped from first overall in Friday’s race to second place after finishing third in Saturday’s race. This led to the 29.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">Frers</a> sloop <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7628" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Symmetry 29.3m (96'2&quot;)Yachting Developments2004">Symmetry</a> going on to lead in L’Esprit class on merit of a 2-1 scoreline.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220446/image/large-627883aa3be4809609b42f4891f9bd46.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220446">Day 4- ResultsThe final day of racing on Sunday saw just as much drama as the previous day’s events! The strong winds in the water led to one hour delay for the proceedings of what was to be 30 pursuit starts for the superyachts competing at the 35th edition of <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="St Barths Bucket Regatta - 2022">St. Barths Bucket</a>.The J-Class boats started, only to have their race abandoned after a few short legs on the “Wrong Way” race around the island. The winds were exceeding 25 knots and reaching battering highs in the 30s on the far side of the island. The race committee then made the difficult decision to abandon the racing for all other classes before they had even started.&nbsp;With that, all the scores from Saturday’s races served as the final results for the regatta. The winner in the J-Class was the refitted 41.63-metre sloop <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/432" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ranger41.55m (136'4&quot;)Danish Yachts2003">Ranger</a>, who was new to the event as well as her skipper Ed Baird. He described the entry as neither favoured nor an underdog. “I would have to say we were ‘unknown,’ since the boat had not sailed in five or six years; we had a major refit; and the class rating rules recently changed.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220438/image/large-332441dd52ae4a54aaafcd0f6342907b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220438"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/432" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ranger41.55m (136'4&quot;)Danish Yachts2003">Ranger</a> had a winch fail on the first day that left it with a disability to overcome, however, the other J-Boats suffered their own mishaps. “When all the J-Boats were together, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/432" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ranger41.55m (136'4&quot;)Danish Yachts2003">Ranger</a> was typically pushed out the back just a bit, so it gave us the opportunity to stay out of the fray. The important message, though, is that these boats are just spectacular, and it’s exciting to have them racing here.”Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54796" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="All the action from Day 1 at St Barths Bucket (2022-03-18 10:45:00 +0100)">All the action from Day 1 at St Barths Bucket</a>Although, she was not the only first-time entrant as the Les Grand Dames des Mers saw <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/367" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rosehearty55.7m (182'9&quot;)Perini Navi2006">Rosehearty</a>’s skipper Paul Goodison give the regatta a go. He is notably an accomplished small boat sailor and Laser Olympic Gold Medalist as well as a three-time Moth World champion. “First time at the Bucket, first time in St. Barths, and first time on a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini</a>,” said Goodison. “It was a real eye opener to do something different from what I’m used to. The key to our success was three good days of practice beforehand. We identified some problems and came up with solutions and had a great game plan going into the regatta.” The 56-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/51" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Perini Navi (Company)">Perini Navi</a> won both races in her series and also won her Les Grandes Dames des Mers class in 2019, the last time this event was sailed.&nbsp;The L’Espirit de Mer series saw the 39-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">Frers</a> sloop, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7628" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Symmetry 29.3m (96'2&quot;)Yachting Developments2004">Symmetry</a> finishing with a 2-1 win. The Corinthian Spirit class gives owners an option of sailing without spinnakers and ensures a more relaxed approach to enjoying all that a superyacht regatta has to offer. “The second day was most exciting with the squall and a dash to the finish, neck-and-neck with (second place) <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vijonara39.4m (129'3&quot;)Pendennis Shipyard Ltd2018">Vijonara</a>,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7628" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Symmetry 29.3m (96'2&quot;)Yachting Developments2004">Symmetry</a>’s owner Abbot Brown. “The biggest determining factor to our success was the crew work, sail handling and tactics, as well as some local knowledge from the St. Martin and St. Barths crew who joined us. This was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7628" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Symmetry 29.3m (96'2&quot;)Yachting Developments2004">Symmetry</a>’s tenth Bucket, and the communication from other boats in close quarters is the best we have had.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220440/image/large-0ba37b7249d9bcf1aad6899073675e2a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220440">In the most performance-oriented class, Les Gazelles des Mers, the defending and overall champion <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/592" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hetairos66.7m (218'10&quot;)Baltic Yachts2011">Hetairos</a> proved she still has what it takes to win. The 59.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra</a> ketch finished with a 1-2 score line and topped her three-boat class and for a second consecutive time meaning she took home the overall Hermès Bucket Trophy. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/592" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hetairos66.7m (218'10&quot;)Baltic Yachts2011">Hetairos</a> also claimed the Best Starter award for executing the best starts.“We have an awesome team that has been together for a long time, and every day that we go sailing we grow in confidence and push a little harder,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/592" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hetairos66.7m (218'10&quot;)Baltic Yachts2011">Hetairos</a> Captain Graham Newton. “Taking the win over two boats (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/314" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard 330.0m (98'5&quot;)McConaghy Boats2007">Leopard 3</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4304" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nilaya34.14m (112'0&quot;)Baltic Yachts2010">Nilaya</a>) that are so well prepared and so well sailed is very satisfying. They certainly don’t give us any breathing space, and you can see from the results that any boat in our class can win on their day.”Those in the Les Mademoiselles des Mers series were upset that they did not get to race for the day. Tom Whidden, tactician aboard the 34-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sparkman & Stephens, Inc. (Company)">Sparkman &amp; Stephens</a> sloop <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2250" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kawil34.14m (112'0&quot;)Derecktor Shipyards2000">Kawil</a> that finished first said that not getting to race today was disappointing, but it was a smart decision by the organisers to cancel. “It’s not the ending we wanted, but it’s the results we wanted, so how are you going to do better than that?”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220445/image/large-85e9375a747ee65daf0678e1cbfb2a30.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220445">The Les Elegantes des Mers series saw the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra</a> ketch <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquarius56.0m (183'9&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2018">Aquarius</a> repeating her 2019 victory in the class. “It was rather anticlimactic today, but given the conditions and the breakage yesterday, I was rather relieved,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5848" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquarius56.0m (183'9&quot;)Royal Huisman Shipyard BV2018">Aquarius</a>’s Captain James Turner. “We had a good class of similar size and spec ketches. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6791" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Meraki49.7m (163'1&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2020">Meraki</a> was our closest competition. We were faster off the wind, but we were head-to-head upwind.”Finally, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8346" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freya27.71m (90'11&quot;)Nautor's Swan2012">Freya</a> was the overall winner in the Les Petites Dames series, a first-time class for smaller boats in the 27-metre range. The 27.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor's Swan (Company)">Nautor’s Swan</a>&nbsp;sloop has raced at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/139" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="St Barths Bucket Regatta - 2022">St Barths Bucket</a> twice before. “It’s a good thing to have a specific class, since we are so different from the big Bucket boats,” said her Captain Jonathan Carter. “Hopefully we’ll attract more boats in the future and get to five or six boats.” Carter said a contributing factor to his team’s victory was that the crew had been together for 10 years; the other boats were newer teams with new owners.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220439/image/large-1062a700af77753fc5b80fa71f906aab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220439">The events of the weekend were celebrated at a rambunctious award ceremony on Sunday night. “It’s hard to wrap your arms around the fact that it’s been three years since we all had the great pleasure of being here together to experience the spirit of the Bucket,” said Race Director Peter Craig. “To be here on this beautiful island celebrating the return of the Bucket helps us all refocus on all that is good and the better days ahead.”

St Barths Bucket Regatta 2022 results

SYT takes a look at all of the drama from the weekend at St Barths Bucket Regatta 2022 where strong winds led to delays for the events. 

Final racing results from the weekend at St Barth Bucket Regatta 2022

Known best for their understated Nordic style, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor's Swan (Company)">Nautor’s Swan</a> has been producing sailing yachts at their Finland-based facilities for over half a century. Coming a long way from the Swan 36, the first Swan sailing yacht ever produced, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor's Swan (Company)">Nautor’s Swan</a> offers a more in-depth look at the latest vessel to exit the shed doors of their facility in Pietarsaari: the 30-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/7537" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Swan 9831.05m (101'10&quot;)">Swan 98</a>. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/83458/image/large-225f2d251e04916affbaa467612f5370.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83458">Having already sold three units since the new model was introduced during mid-2018, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/7537" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Swan 9831.05m (101'10&quot;)">Swan 98</a> designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="German Frers (Company)">Germán Frers</a> has been created to be a high-performance vessel that allows for the owner’s unique style to be reflected through a variety of customisations. Owners are offered the choice of two interior layouts that feature the owner’s stateroom located either forward or aft, with the addition of a double and two twin en-suite staterooms. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/34476/image/large-af65af04bf65d5b0bd2bb842546db32e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34476">With a comprehensive list of specifications - including custom features such as skylights across the saloon ceiling and adjustable tables for additional dining and living areas - no two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/7537" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Swan 9831.05m (101'10&quot;)">Swan 98</a> superyachts will be the same. Especially if owners take advantage of the option to customise the telescopic keel, which, together with the standard twin rudders, can reduce the draught from 4.9 metres to 3.2 metres, creating new opportunities to explore busy harbours and remote locations without compromising windward performance.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/55858/image/large-664839fcc178d1d515a3fb97d4f167de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55858">Inside, the superyacht can be decorated to the design work of Genovese-based architect, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1144" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loro Piana Interiors (Misa Poggi) (Company)">Misa Poggi</a>, who has created three variations for the interior. Intended for those who are hoping to add their own touches to the decor, the Timeless Classical White option includes linen, cotton, leather and pale durmast wood in neutral colours to act as a blank canvas for any additional customisations. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/55847/image/large-a5355093dfb7e19f6221fc176d7a2d64.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55847">The Traditional Navy option has a nautical colour theme for the yacht and features navy and white fabrics and oak wood. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/55851/image/large-8ba86b9e44b07f73481260166c4e6c84.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55851">Using linen and cotton in different shades of burgundy and thicker materials such as leather and Canaletto walnut, the Wine Cowes design is the third option. <img src="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/uploads/store/photo/55852/image/large-f8af40159ee14b5e8d005bac3cac2ce9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55852"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor's Swan (Company)">Nautor's Swan</a> also offers their own interpretation of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/7537" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Swan 9831.05m (101'10&quot;)">Swan 98</a> interior: Spirit of Finland. The in-house team have created a Nordic style that brings together oak and walnut floorboards complemented by earthy leather and performance fabrics. <img src="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/uploads/store/photo/55839/image/large-729a708092e5325d9c1525fa5ed83fe1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55839">As with the interior, there are several areas on deck that offer opportunities for multi-purpose use. Acting as both a space for sail handling and for resting on still waters, the deck allows for guests onboard to easily adapt the space to suit ongoing weather and activities. The spacious cockpit provides an ideal location to dine and enjoy sea views and is sheltered by a flush stored sprayhood. This area can also be converted from a lounge space with deck sofas to an elegant dining area, shaded by an optional bimini which is also stored flush in the coachroof. Aft of the cockpit is a spacious deck which can act as a lounging space when at anchor and a line-handling space whilst sailing. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/55844/image/large-230ff910d1c6765bd796218a9e53a177.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55844"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/55842/image/large-38d7caacca1d08389c19b70bf7a97138.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55842"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/55843/image/large-5a30aa3974abcc7dbfbf9ddab09f1e58.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55843">Further aft is a second companionway, which depending on the interior layout chosen, provides easy deck access for the owner or crew. As one of five crew members, the skipper can manage all the sail handling with push-button sailing from either of the twin helm positions. The crew can also launch and retrieve the anchor by means of a hydraulic folding arm and make use of the forward sail locker and full-beam aft lazarette. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/88606/image/large-a0b83cece7a1d90bc2671002645eb601.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/88606"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/88605/image/large-704dc49f203c7473ae47ac46539c6cc8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/88605"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/88604/image/large-41822d22cf1f290cbe936a70e30b055d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/88604">The methodical and understated approach of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor's Swan (Company)">Nautor’s Swan</a> is shared by designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1144" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Loro Piana Interiors (Misa Poggi) (Company)">Misa Poggi</a>, who commented: “The design philosophy is based on the fact that past and future are tradition and innovation that merge together in the idea for the project, without any useless extremism or virtuosity. The fundamental principles are exactitude and method, as well as the unchanging habit of involving craftsmanship, and the use of real, natural and traditional materials. All this contributes to creating aesthetic value which goes beyond fashion and trends, interpreting a client’s dreams and requirements and meeting their need for personalisation.”<img src="/uploads/store/photo/34477/image/large-72f5887b7d824558a3262081b3efff85.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34477">The 100 GT superyacht has a hull and deck built from epoxy pre-preg carbon fibre, with the interior and exterior skins supported by a core of M-grade Corecell foam. Since the hull carries nearly all of her beam right aft, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/7537" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Swan 9831.05m (101'10&quot;)">Swan 98</a> delivers form stability when heeled which helps to provide a generous amount of space in the staterooms below. The transom folds down hydraulically to reveal a teak-decked swim platform and a garage for a 4-metre tender.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/34478/image/large-669282165d0a8f12d17de10611454937.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34478"> Every Swan 98 is powered by a 306 HP Cummins main engine housed in the full-beam engine room located below the raised saloon. For those wishing to use their <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/7537" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Swan 9831.05m (101'10&quot;)">Swan 98</a> to compete out on the race course, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor's Swan (Company)">Nautor’s Swan</a> has devised a comprehensive racing package that includes a square-top mainsail with running backstays and double-length bowsprit for fast reaching with powerful masthead gennakers.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/34481/image/large-138d265cc423b239c65b1c84a348d9f5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34481"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/34480/image/large-db7172fe477852db9b035427bbb36b2a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34480"> To find out more about the latest modern masterpiece from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor's Swan (Company)">Nautor's Swan</a>, or any of their other sailing models, contact the shipyard directly via the details found below.

Onboard: The 30m Swan 98 sailing yacht from Nautor's Swan

Nautor’s Swan offers a more in-depth look at their latest model: the 30 metre Swan 98 sailing yacht.

Onboard: The customisable 30m Swan 98 sailing yacht from Nautor's Swan