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The Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023 will feature more than $1.2 billion worth of yachts and accessories, showcasing hundreds of boats, from 2.4 metre inflatables to superyachts nearly 91 metres in length. Attendees can attend seminars and talks on various unique topics related to cruising and sailing, fishing, and more.

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The Monaco Yacht Show 2023, one of the most prestigious displays of superyachts in the world, will take place in September in Port Hercules. Throughout its 30-year existence the show has delivered a luxurious experience, hosting the biggest industry names and numerous exquisite yachts, with gala evenings and cocktail parties for those who opt for the Sapphire Experience.

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<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/294453/image/large-fc8c0c883869b35559261e47c7a314b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/294453">During the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/182" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2023">Monaco Yacht Show 2023</a>, the 62.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> yacht, originally named Cakewalk and delivered by<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">&nbsp;Feadship</a> in 2000, was spotted cruising in Monaco. Renamed Fortunato and Faith, she underwent a significant 2012 refit by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2935" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Chahan Interior Design (Company)">Chahan Interior Design</a>, enhancing her interiors. Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> accommodates up to 18 guests in seven staterooms, with the main deck featuring a spacious master with a private office. In terms of performance, twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> diesel engines, with 2,000 horsepower each, propel the yacht to a top speed of 16.6 knots. Presently anchored in Saint Martin, in the Caribbean sea, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> exudes luxury and style against the tropical backdrop. She is currently listed for sale with an asking price of €39,500,000.

Feadship superyacht Flag in Monaco

The 62m superyacht Flag, built by Feadship, is seen here cruising in Monaco. 

The 62.3-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/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> has joined the market. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/flag/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Flag, for sale</a>, was delivered in 2000.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/252413/image/large-0c760657b4ffa3c5e9e6e7e81cb1db74.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/252413">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a>, previously known as Faith, features a timeless exterior design by the Dutch studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt</a>, that captures that traditional spirit of Feadship. Her 1,078 GT of interior space was originally designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>; however, she was completely restyled during a 2012 award-winning refit by the Parisian studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2935" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Chahan Interior Design (Company)">Chahan Interior Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168723/image/large-0c2ae659529c62782b4dcb5f737f6156.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168723"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> has been meticulously maintained by all four of her highly experienced owners, and her flexible seven-stateroom layout and a long list of amenities make her a proven favourite on the charter market. She can accommodate as many as 18 guests and 17 crew. One of her key features is the guest elevator which is servicing all decks including the sundeck. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168734/image/large-5ac5f25bf8620c67e02645074c81225e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168734"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168737/image/large-2bea27ce67071035f5332d2e6acd4b99.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168737"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168735/image/large-714cfa0e9f56c6052cc5bb042768f071.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168735"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168740/image/large-40d2af8d741fe0da90e26eca3631e79d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168740">Her owner’s suite is full-beam, situated forward of the main deck and complete with a separate his and hers bathrooms, a walk-in wardrobe and a private study and lounge area. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/feadship/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Feadship yacht for sale</a>’s remaining six guest staterooms are spacious, well-appointed and fitted with ensuites. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> also benefits from four additional berths on the lower deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168727/image/large-8bc339e4539648213698fedabc3b61c3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168727"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168736/image/large-643d8949fac72c1f4bdb1b184dee2d72.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168736"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168726/image/large-9e299079128b4b447682e42846ccd821.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168726">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>’s stylish interior design is both restful and welcoming, while her large picture windows ensure the spaces are flooded with natural light. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168707/image/large-a17df3129c027acf1e8a61523d8f8cf6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168707">Spanning three decks, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> has an abundance of social space, both inside and out. Some of her key features include a sun deck home to a large pool forward and a chef station with barbeque and pizza oven aft. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168722/image/large-a69e64606b933beb0a2f9a19b4be3c6f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168722"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168721/image/large-f853fe18fa4a934200f54d05f0486107.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168721"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> has more alfresco dining and lounge areas on the upper deck aft and a large lounge area on the main deck. She also has a dedicated gym on the bridge deck. The superyacht has a litany of toys and twin 8.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Novurania (Company)">Novurania</a> tenders.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168724/image/large-bd31f1c92daa5e39f84d5f6a3566eb6d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168724"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168720/image/large-d94a1959a9ac1008fca925c115df2174.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168720">Powered by twin 2,000 horsepower <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> diesel engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> has a top speed of 16 knots and a transatlantic range of 6,800 nautical miles at 12 knots. Zero-speed stabilisers ensure total comfort while at anchor. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168708/image/large-48d4bef75a52a7b2188669529ca25dc6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168708"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> is currently available for inspection in the Bahamas.

62m Feadship yacht Flag for sale

The 62m superyacht Flag is for sale. She was delivered in 2000 and has been meticulously maintained ever since. 

62m Feadship superyacht Flag rejoins the market

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/252413/image/large-0c760657b4ffa3c5e9e6e7e81cb1db74.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/252413">Spotted last summer anchored off Antibes on the French Riviera is the 62.3-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a>. Delivered as Cakewalk in 2000 by the Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, she was later named Fortunato and then Faith. Featuring an exterior design by the Dutch studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt</a>, her interiors were restyled by Paris-based studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2935" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Chahan Interior Design (Company)">Chahan Interior Design</a> during a major refit conducted in 2012. Onboard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> sleeps up to 18 guests in seven well-designed staterooms with en-suite facilities. The full-beam master stateroom is located on the main deck and is provided with its own private study, with the remaining six staterooms located on the lower deck. Powered by twin 2,000 horsepower <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> diesel engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> can reach a maximum speed of 16.6 knots and cruises comfortably at 15 knots. She is currently anchored in Saint Barthelémy, the Caribbean.

Feadship superyacht Flag in Antibes

The 62m superyacht Flag, built by Feadship, is seen here anchored in Antibes on the French Riviera.

The definitive history of Monaco Yacht Show

Monaco Yacht Show is without a doubt one of the cornerstones of the industry, and it's had quite a journey. SYT dives into the history of the event.

Chatting to John Allen over zoom, one is immediately struck by his vitality and enthusiasm. This is a man who has built a business around his relationships with people. With sociability and a positive attitude as his main secrets to success, it is no wonder to me that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum Marine Stabilizers</a> has powered to the top of its industry. We caught up with John to hear about how he has built one of the top stabiliser companies in the industry, winning accolades such as Business Person of the Year and landing 85% of the market share in the 55m – 200m size range along the way... &nbsp;&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/210181/image/large-a5c5c4af7a50cdafb8577ef229f38adb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/210181">How did you get into the yachting industry?Growing up in Nottingham in the 70s, we didn’t see many yachts, but there were river barges used for tourists and I used to deliver them back to the marinas. That's where I learned to run a boat and then I tried sailing and windsurfing. I loved being on the water!&nbsp;After I left school, I signed on to do an apprenticeship program in toolmaking and engineering with the UK Ministry of Defence. &nbsp;After the apprenticeship, I couldn’t wait to get on a boat and found an opportunity in the south of France in sailing and sailboat racing. That is where I saw the first big yacht, and thought, “I want to get on one of those.” &nbsp;I got a job as an engineer on board a yacht and then moved to another boat with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">C&amp;N</a> to cross the Atlantic. I never looked back! &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/210182/image/large-ad37d11072e3fe3747099dc231ebca9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/210182">So, how did you come to found&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum</a>&nbsp;and why stabilisers?&nbsp;I settled in Rhode Island in 1983 working at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/36" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Derecktor Shipyards (Company)">Derecktor Shipyard</a> on 13 US Coast Guard ships. The jobs and yard grew, but I decided that it was time to move out on my own. &nbsp;In 1985, I started <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum</a>, in a little building in Newport and my early jobs were more as a generalist working for the Coast Guard and the Museum of Yachting where there were old yachts getting restored. I wanted to narrow it down to a product and stabilizers were such an unknown. &nbsp;Captains would often comment, “just don’t touch the stabilizers, they’re too complicated!” &nbsp;I really wondered, how complicated could they be? &nbsp;We had installed them at Derecktors, but I certainly did not have the expertise to build them. &nbsp;I found a company called Naiad in Connecticut who made rudimentary stabilisers for 45 – 80 footers. I added a few more employees and we started selling, installing and servicing Naiad Systems. &nbsp;How did you then move into production?In 1992, I moved the company and the team to South Florida, a much bigger yachting market. &nbsp;In 1995 we knew that we needed to make and service our own system. &nbsp;Around that time, I met a guy in Europe named Theo Koop who had a stabilizer company called KoopNautic. They had received research &amp; development money from the Dutch government to create a control system for stabilisers. I knew at the time that it was a revolutionary product, designed by a scientific engineer at Delft University, Dr Hans Ooms. We started buying the controls and retrofitting various yachts. The stabilisers with the new control, quickly became a game changer for the industry and our company.&nbsp;It didn’t hurt that some of my Captain friends had the courage to take a leap of faith. Captain Fred Appleton, a friend of mine, let us install the stabilizers with the new controls, and he was blown away! He then spread the word and it quickly became a “must have” with these yacht owners. &nbsp;Eventually, KoopNautic was bought out by another company, which put us in a bind. Soon after, Theo Koop introduced us to a well-connected engineer, named Lambert Dinnissen from Eindhoven who partnered with us to form <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum</a> Europe. We then convinced Dr. Hans Ooms, who had developed the controls, to join the team too. It was this innovative group who also invented and perfected Zero Speed™ stabilization which is now technology that is on virtually every boat! &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/210185/image/large-ea64c797f22a56be2d78dd5280ab6c6e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/210185">How has&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum</a>&nbsp;kept ahead of the curve?<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum</a>’s Zero Speed™ technology represented a major leap for the marine industry. &nbsp;We were the first company to have a product that stopped boats from moving while at anchor or docked. It wasn’t perfect out of the gate, but by the 2nd installation, we were able to refine the performance to a point where zero speed™ became “the rage” in the industry! &nbsp;This technology opened a new door to yachting for those people who were otherwise restricted by seasickness.&nbsp;The first zero speed that we installed on a new build was the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht Cakewalk, now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a>, in 2000 and then gradually got our products into the big shipyards, mostly thanks to the captains and owners who believed in us. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/210183/image/large-80c972f2ba8c99ce3669bd2061d554dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/210183">What have been your greatest challenges?Having the smartest and most relevant innovations, on a consistent basis, is a tremendous challenge, but the bigger lesson is realizing when to pull the plug on a new concept or idea that is flawed or impractical. &nbsp;We have killed quite a few innovations, but have been fortunate with Zero Speed™, the MAGLift™ Rotor, Dyna-Foil™ and the XT™ Fin, our most popular system to date. &nbsp;Another challenge, actually helped to develop the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quantum Marine Stabilizers (Company)">Quantum</a> brand and personality of the company. By starting the business as a one-man band, and gradually building that team around me, meant that as the challenges got bigger, our legs got longer, and we learned to adapt together. Early on, we developed an attitude of determination and resiliency, always with the client in mind. That philosophy still carries us today, 36+ years later.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/210184/image/large-239b2e54ebf7235aa92b34c55c8e79d3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/210184">What is your secret for success and what advice would you give to budding entrepreneurs?&nbsp;I would say start small, learn your market and whatever you do, grow your network because it will be the most valuable asset you have as you're getting your feet off the ground. &nbsp;As for our success, those first few captains and owners who knew our names and gave us a chance made this company.&nbsp;

Interview with John Allen of Quantum Stabilizers

John Allen, founder of stabiliser manufacturer Quantum Stabilizers, tells Francesca Webster of SYT how he worked his way to the top of the industry.


Entrepreneur in Yachting: John Allen of Quantum Stabilizers

The 62.3-metre Feadship motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a>, previously known as Faith, is now listed as a <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>. In operation since 2000 and featuring an exterior design by the Dutch studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt</a>, her interiors were restyled by Paris-based studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2935" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Chahan Interior Design (Company)">Chahan Interior Design</a> in a major refit conducted in 2012.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168708/image/large-48d4bef75a52a7b2188669529ca25dc6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168708"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag’s</a> exteriors offer an expansive sun deck with a large swimming pool and sun pads towards the fore, a chef’s station with a barbeque and a pizza oven, open-air dining and a sun lounge towards aft. The upper and main deck of <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/flag/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Flag for sale</a> offer additional alfresco dining and lounge spaces while a well-equipped gym is located in the bridge deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168707/image/large-a17df3129c027acf1e8a61523d8f8cf6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168707"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168722/image/large-a69e64606b933beb0a2f9a19b4be3c6f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168722"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168723/image/large-0c2ae659529c62782b4dcb5f737f6156.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168723"><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/flag/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Yacht Flag, for sale</a> and located in Antibes comes equipped with a range of tenders including one custom <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1741" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yanmar Co., Ltd. (Company)">Yanmar</a> tender and a second custom tender with two 250 hp <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5777" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yamaha (Company)">Yamaha</a> Outboard engines.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168720/image/large-d94a1959a9ac1008fca925c115df2174.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168720"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168743/image/large-f565652509e51dc9e54ea546551e82ed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168743"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168745/image/large-8e1f1979d05e96a636584f7e6c5e5044.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168745">The interiors of <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/flag/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Flag for sale</a> are characterized by ample natural light coming in from the large windows both on the main deck and bridge deck saloons. This <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/feadship/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Feadship yacht for sale</a> sleeps up to 18 guests in seven well-designed staterooms with en-suite facilities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168737/image/large-2bea27ce67071035f5332d2e6acd4b99.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168737"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168735/image/large-714cfa0e9f56c6052cc5bb042768f071.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168735"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168738/image/large-7ed1a79d21ed0cad97080782091244ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168738">The full-beam master stateroom is located on the main deck and is provided with its own private study, with the remaining six staterooms located on the lower deck. A crew of up to 17 is also housed on board.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168725/image/large-d337d277bd18d26800e4de74cb2f5fcb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168725"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168727/image/large-8bc339e4539648213698fedabc3b61c3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168727"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168726/image/large-9e299079128b4b447682e42846ccd821.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168726">Powered by twin 2,000hp <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> diesel engines, motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> can reach a maximum speed of 16 knots and cruises comfortably at 12 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168710/image/large-aa199a98143b58524d519cf58fe4b860.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168710">

62m Feadship motor yacht Flag for sale

New to the market: yacht Flag for sale! She is a 62m Feadship yacht built in 2000, accommodating up to 18 guests and a crew of 17.

New to Market: 62m Feadship motor yacht Flag

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/63009/image/large-0601025fc301bcac5052d012023e99ce.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/63009">Delivered as Cakewalk in 2000 to her original American owner, the 62.33-metre Feadship superyacht was later named Fortunato and then Faith before having been acquired by her current owner. She now cruises under the name <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> and was recently captured arriving in the port of Gustavia on the island of St Barths. Amongst her many features on board are her hidden tender bays. The tenders are stored behind gullwing doors in the bow of the yacht, forward of the owner's stateroom. The lines of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flag62.3m (204'5&quot;)Feadship2000">Flag</a> are designed by De Voogt Naval Architecture and features a classic interior.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Yacht Flag

Motor yacht Flag arriving in Gustavia		

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/19565/image/large-802854edfc117ab3326aa055768c0a93.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/19565"> On the ever-booming superyacht social media scene, SuperYacht Times’ Instagram page, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/superyachttimes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">@superyachttimes</a>, remains the favourite destination for yacht enthusiasts, owners and crew to stay updated on the latest superyacht trends and finest yacht photography on your mobile. 2017 has seen our creative page grow by over 70,000 new followers, and even bigger things are expected from the new year. Here we look at ten of the most-liked images on our page this year as selected by you.10.&nbsp;&nbsp;Superyacht Faith<div class="fr-embedly " data-original-embed="<a href='https://www.instagram.com/p/BVnaQ9MllWL/?taken-by=superyachttimes' class='embedly-card'></a>" style="height: 662px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BVnaQ9MllWL/?taken-by=superyachttimes" class="embedly-card"></a></div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BVnaQ9MllWL/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a>9. Superyachts Bliss and Flag<div class="fr-embedly " data-original-embed="<a href='https://www.instagram.com/p/BYA9wWRAr1-/?taken-by=superyachttimes' class='embedly-card'></a>" style="height: 501px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BYA9wWRAr1-/?taken-by=superyachttimes" class="embedly-card"></a></div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BYA9wWRAr1-/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a>8.&nbsp;Pocket explorer Ocean's four<div class="fr-embedly " data-original-embed="<a href='https://www.instagram.com/p/BTerpFOgqtX/?taken-by=superyachttimes' class='embedly-card'></a>" style="height: 463px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BTerpFOgqtX/?taken-by=superyachttimes" class="embedly-card"></a></div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbb4omSAGRW/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a> 7. New Mangusta 165<div class="fr-embedly " data-original-embed="<a href='https://www.instagram.com/p/BVSSY5XAP6N/?taken-by=superyachttimes' class='embedly-card'></a>" style="height: 484px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BVSSY5XAP6N/?taken-by=superyachttimes" class="embedly-card"></a></div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BTerpFOgqtX/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a>6.&nbsp;Superyacht Okto<div class="fr-embedly " data-original-embed="<a href='https://www.instagram.com/p/BZ6tkHQgENz/?taken-by=superyachttimes' class='embedly-card'></a>" style="height: 811px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BZ6tkHQgENz/?taken-by=superyachttimes" class="embedly-card"></a></div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BVSSY5XAP6N/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a>5.&nbsp;The new Lurssen superyacht<div class="fr-embedly " data-original-embed="<a href='https://www.instagram.com/p/BSaW2kogNtM/?taken-by=superyachttimes' class='embedly-card'></a>" style="height: 537px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BSaW2kogNtM/?taken-by=superyachttimes" class="embedly-card"></a></div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BSaW2kogNtM/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a>4. Superyacht Dilbar<div class="fr-embedly " data-original-embed="<a href='https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbb4omSAGRW/?taken-by=superyachttimes' class='embedly-card'></a>" style="height: 462px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbb4omSAGRW/?taken-by=superyachttimes" class="embedly-card"></a></div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbb4omSAGRW/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a>3.&nbsp;Superyachts anchored during the 75th Monaco Grand Prix<div class="fr-embedly " data-original-embed="<a href='https://www.instagram.com/p/BUqwR6FA3iU/?taken-by=superyachttimes' class='embedly-card'></a>" style="height: 492px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BUqwR6FA3iU/?taken-by=superyachttimes" class="embedly-card"></a></div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BUqwR6FA3iU/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a>2. Superyacht Aquila<div class="fr-embedly " data-original-embed="<a href='https://www.instagram.com/p/BSCHKanAw30/?taken-by=superyachttimes' class='embedly-card'></a>" style="height: 811px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BSCHKanAw30/?taken-by=superyachttimes" class="embedly-card"></a></div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BSCHKanAw30/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a>1. Superyacht Fiji<div class="fr-embedly " data-original-embed="<a href='https://www.instagram.com/p/BbCJrpdA4VG/?taken-by=superyachttimes' class='embedly-card'></a>" style="height: 811px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BbCJrpdA4VG/?taken-by=superyachttimes" class="embedly-card"></a></div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BbCJrpdA4VG/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""></a>

@superyachttimes’ top 10 Instagram photos of the year

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Flag in Porto Rotondo, Sardinia

Delivered as Cakewalk in 2000 to her original American owner, the 62.33-metres Feadship superyacht was later named Fortunato and then Faith as she was known up till very recently. She now cruises under the name Flag and is seen here in the Sardinian port of Rotondo. Amongst her many features on board are her hidden tender bays. The tenders are stored behind gull wing doors in the bow of the yacht, forward of the owner's stateroom. The lines of Fortunato are designed by De Voogt Naval Architecture and features a classic interior.

The Feadship superyacht Flag in Sardinia

Compositeworks are one of the most comprehensive shipyards in Europe, specialising in refit, repair and maintenance. Founded by captain Ben Mennem and naval engineer Mark Salman, the company has gone from strength to strength since almost accidentally coming across their location in La Ciotat, France, some years ago, with just some of their most notable projects in recent years including the transformation of the 67.3 metre Feadship superyacht Falcon Lair, the complete refit of the 62.3 metre Feadship-built Faith (ex: Cakewalk, Fortunato), and the extension of five metres on board the 35.48 metre superyacht Zulu.

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We sat down with Ben Mennem, the British co-founder and CEO of the yard, who explained the company’s current growth-mode, and what his thoughts are in regards to the recent acquisition of Blohm + Voss by Lürssen in light of the purchasing of new Blohm + Voss facilities in Compositeworks’ home town of La Ciotat, France.

You grew up in England and spent a great deal of time skippering on boats until 2002, but in 1990, you decided to venture more into the business side of boating. Tell us about the journey to Compositeworks.

I’ve been in the industry for almost 40 years. Passionate about sailing since the age of five or six, I worked as a captain on board several large sailing yachts before returning to land full time. In 1990 we started a company called Custom Tenders where we built around 80 tenders over a period of six years. I sold the company to focus on other projects, one of which was the build of the 92’ sailing yacht Stealth with Green Marine, which was quite a big deal at the time! We completed Stealth in the spring of ‘96, and as a result of that we suddenly had quite a lot of people asking us to build boats for them including Wally Yachts for whom we built a few yachts in Lymington in the UK.

In 1998 we were contracted to build a yacht for another client and were desperately searching for somewhere to build it. Someone suggested La Ciotat as they knew there was some space there. We went, asked to rent the space for six months to build a boat, and there we still are today, almost 20 years later. I like to think that we’ve contributed to the regeneration of the town over the past 18 years, something that we all feel quite proud of.

You recently announced that you will be taking over the Atlantic Refit Centre in La Rochelle. Tell us a little more about that development.

Dry docks are always potentially interesting to us because it’s almost impossible to build them anymore due to environmental and permit issues. There’s a limited number of them available, and with the growth of the market and the increasing size of superyachts, we believe these dry docks are going to become premium commodities.

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The two dry docks at the Atlantic Refit Centre are of 130 and 190 metres, so that was fundamentally interesting to us. We’ve known the guys running the place for years and the team there are very dynamic with a great energy about them. Although we are still ironing out some of the details, the decision to takeover their facility was an easy one.

Do you think the location will make competition between more centrally located refit facilities tough?

Yachts go to the UK, to Holland, yachts go to Germany - why not the west coast of France? Choosing a destination for a refit is more about quality and craftsmanship than geography, although La Rochelle is also a stunning area for the crew. We are already working on getting planning permission to put a 190 metre cabin over the largest dock which will have an air draft of approximately 40 metres. We’re aiming to get the works completed for use as early as 2018.

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Blohm + Voss had recently announced they will be opening a refit facility in La Ciotat, and Lürssen just announced they will be acquiring Blohm + Voss. How will this affect Compositeworks?

We are disappointed that we were not chosen for the short term concession of the facility in La Ciotat as we also bid on the project, but at the same time, I very strongly believe that if someone puts a wall up in front of you, you have to go around it, over it, underneath or through it. It’s a shame, but it’s not damaging.

The fundamental problem is that between Monaco Marine and Compositeworks, there’s already limited space for the clients that we do have. I never really clearly understood why they decided to bring in a third operator when there was already two well established yards… it seems like an illogical decision to me.

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Turnover increased by 20% at the company this year, which you credit to Compositeworks’ experience in managing complex refits and and your dedication to responding to the client demands in the 85+ metre bracket. Is the demand for extensive large yachts refits still on the rise?

Absolutely. We are increasingly focusing on the 80+ metre segment, but I want to make it clear that this is not to the detriment of the smaller yachts in the market - we will still work on smaller vessels, but the real growth in the market at the moment is in the very large yacht segment. We started getting the big guys in around 2007, and our whole philosophy is that we’re not a one-hit-wonder. We’re here for the long term, and we’re preparing for where the market is heading.

Falcon Lair is one of your most talked about projects in recent years. What were the main challenges and rewards involved?

The challenges were time, budget, how to go about the design… Many of the modifications were in composite so we had to get those parts accepted from a classification point of view, which was not easy. The reward was seeing her completed; the styling is great and when you look at her from a profile point of view she looks like a new yacht. It was a fantastic project – and very rewarding to be able to have some creative input rather than just on the technical side. That’s another reason we like to take on these big projects, it challenges everybody and we like that.

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Do you think we need more involved owners to challenge shipyards and designers to propel the industry forward?

Yes I think so. It is always good to have transformational projects or big jobs because it is a real driving force for our industry and it gives great satisfaction to the owners when you do it properly. Not every owner is capable of having a clear vision or, indeed, has the passion or the interest to do it. So yes, we applaud people who think big and have the creative vision to do something different and as a company we really enjoy our work because of its innovative, challenging elements.

Tell us about the projects keeping you busy.

I can’t go into too much detail because of confidentiality, but we’ve got three projects coming this winter that are going to come out the other side looking completely different to how they came in. It’ll be two motor yachts and a sailing yacht, one is basically an extension, another is a ground-up restoration, and the final one is a complete rebuild. But that’s just three projects, we’ve got a lot more on our plate with over 100 superyachts coming through our yard every year!

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Compositeworks are also building tenders in Holland under the brand Tenderworks. Tell us about that.

Yes we built tenders from ‘90 to ‘96, and we had the opportunity to talk to an owner who wanted two tenders built for his Feadship. We asked Feadship if we could build them, and we received the contract to build two 10 metre tenders. We have decided to develop this more, and established the Tenderworks facilities near Amsterdam - just 15 minutes from Schiphol and 10 minutes from Feadship van Lent. We wanted to create a space that feels like a toy shop, somewhere that was just visually perfect - where people would come in and just would not want to leave. We’ve invested quite heavily in that, and we’ve received a lot of praise. We’ve just made a deal with Feadship whereby we will exclusively build their tenders, so we are very pleased with the progress over the last twelve months.

With several developments recently announced at Compositeworks, is it the aim to grow substantially in the foreseeable future?

Generally, we’re in expansion mode. We started with just four people 18 years ago, and today we’re closing in on 120. One has to advance cautiously in life, but we are actively seeking opportunities for development. As such, we are particularly pleased to be announcing a new commitment in Italy very shortly. The market is pretty strong with a constant increase in the number of large yachts over the next five to 10 years that will all eventually need servicing!

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Insight: Compositeworks following superyacht market to dizzying new heights

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157781/image/large-47480a8965e49032616dc40f3bad2050.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157781">Superyacht Faith in St Tropez Delivered as Cakewalk in 2000 to her original American owner, the 62.33m Feadship superyacht was later named Fortunato and then finally Faith, when she was sold to her current owner. Amongst her many features, are her hidden tender bays. The tenders are stored behind gull wing doors in the bow of the yacht, forward of the owner's stateroom. The lines of Fortunato are designed by De Voogt Naval Architecture, and features a classic interior. Here she is seen leaving the port of St Tropez during the 2015 summer season.By Charl van Rooy, photo by <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/christo303/" target="_blank">christo303 </a>

Feadship superyacht Faith departing St Tropez

Someone with nerves of steel has flown a drone very close to some of the world's most expensive yachts, in the port of Antibes. These two videos show superyachts docked on the Y quay, and in Port Vauban, including Solandge, Mayan Queen, Excellence V, Faith and Seanna. <iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/Xvbq6jRdnWg" width="560"></iframe><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/hekc4Is0gio" width="560"></iframe>By Maarten Janssen

Drone video of superyachts in Antibes

Main saloon and sundeck deck photos courtesy of Chahan Interior DesignSuperyacht Faith (ex: Fortunato) is a pedigree yacht launched in 2000 by the world-renowned shipyard Feadship. Last winter, she underwent an extensive refit which included a brand new stylish interior designed by the talented and distinctive Chahan of Paris and a re-designed sundeck perfect for entertaining. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141331/image/large-01ea3707fdced43c4e9a113a27b87d09.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141331">Her new stunning and elegant interior combines a contemporary look with a touch of a classic nautical theme. Faith offers an impressive volume both indoors and out. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141332/image/large-26bbddfcf66112f1f2908405761a7eec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141332">Faith accommodates up to 12 guests in 7 luxurious cabins, including a master cabin situated on the main deck with a king-size bed, private study, his bathroom with a large steam shower and hers with a stone bath tub. The six other staterooms, all doubles ensuite (with bath tub), are located on the lower deck: two of them with both queen size and single beds, and four cabins with king size beds. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141333/image/large-d756bee56a7bd47e5c75f895c5d48f0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141333">The yacht has recently welcomed Lars Van Dinther as her new Captain. Lars brings with him 27 years of experience in yachting that he gained on prestigious yachts such as the 72m Lurssen Coral Island on which he worked for 10 years, the 55m Pendennis Steel, the 39m Feadship Go. Lars has an impressive knowledge of the cruising areas worldwide, he started sailing at a young age and began his yachting career on a 61m sailing yacht when he was 18. Lars is Dutch and speaks fluent English and German. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141334/image/large-6b12e339a7216edc011848123021aad2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141334">Faith will be available for charter with Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing in the Caribbean this winter and is currently available for Christmas and New Year. Her weekly rate is US$ 480,000 plus all expenses (Not offered for charter to US residents while in US waters). Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing +33 (0) 493 34 44 55 <a href="mailto:yacht@insull.com?subject=M/Y%20Faith%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">yacht@insull.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.insull.com/">www.insull.com</a>

Refitted superyacht Faith for charter with Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137937/image/large-b4fe9b3dcaa6d2de80940b992303c18c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137937">The Feadship superyacht Fortunato at the International Yacht Club Antibes<a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187">Fortunato</a> is a 62.33m Feadship build at the Royal Van Lent yard in Kaag, Holland. She was build and delivered as Cakewalk for an American owner, who took delivery of his new yacht, the 86 metre Cakewalk, in 2010. Amongst her many features, are her hidden tender bays. The tenders are stored behind gull wing doors in het bow of the yacht, forward of the owner's stateroom. Fortunato was sold again soon after the Monaco Yacht Show in 2011, and has since joined the charer fleet of Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing. Her charter rates for the winter 2011/12 are US$ 480,000, and for the summer of 2012 her high season rates are € 400,000, with the low season starting at € 380,000. By Maarten Janssen, photo by Christo303

The Feadship superyacht Fortunato at the International Yacht Club Antibes

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137831/image/large-bb23a7e015aa413523624ed030b9b5af.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137831">Superyacht Cakewalk in Monaco<a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/28">Cakewalk</a>, seen here during the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show, is the largest yacht (by volume) ever built in the USA, by the Derecktor shipyard. Cakewalk is a spectacular vessel in all respects. Her flowing lines and accentuated curves were created by Tim Heywood Design, giving the yacht fabulous presence on the water and making her instantly recognizable. She features a classic Interior design by Dalton Designs, Inc. Her American owners owned a large Feadship (now <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187">Fortunato</a>) before building this 85.6 metre superyacht. Cakewalk is for sale with Merle Wood and Burgess.By Maarten Janssen, photo by Christo303

Superyacht Cakewalk at night in Monaco

Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing has been appointed as the central agents for the charter of the 62 metre Feadship Fortunato. She was recently sold, and under her new ownership, she will be undergoing an impressive refit prior to the summer season in the Mediterranean. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137483/image/large-d64a4370fdbf5a0c34c818f1a1dab2ec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137483">Deck space across the entire yacht is equally well thought-out, with three different exterior levels for lounging, sunbathing, eating or drinking. Unusually, even for a 62 metre yacht, Fortunato has seven cabins for 12 guests including a master suite with an ensuite double bathroom, walk in wardrobe and a study. Her charter rates for the winter 2011/12 are US$ 480,000, and for the summer of 2012 her high season rates are € 400,000, with the low season starting at € 380,000. Fortunato is currently taking part in the Antigua Yacht Show, where she is berthed in Nelson's Dockyard. Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing +33 (0) 493 34 44 55 <a href="mailto:yacht@insull.com?subject=M/Y%20Fortunato%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">yacht@insull.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.insull.com/">www.insull.com</a>

Superyacht Fortunato joins Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

Edmiston and Merle Wood have announced the sale of Feadship Fortunato. Peter Insull introduced the buyer in this deal. Built at Feadship without compromise in 2000, the 62 metre Fortunato is maintained like new and was most recently updated in 2011. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137028/image/large-ff58f98b34834532ad3462a45cd5fbd7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/129850">Fortunato's modern-classic interiors are of the highest standard. In the massive main saloon the striking design makes use of bold and bright colours to create a highly individual interior that stretches from double glass doors, through a huge seating area, to a 14-person dining table. Deck space across the entire yacht is equally well thought-out, with three different exterior levels for lounging, sunbathing, eating or drinking. Unusually, even for a 62 metre yacht, Fortunato has seven cabins for 14 guests including a master suite with an ensuite double bathroom, walk in wardrobe and a study. Fortunato was asking $ 54,000,000.Edmiston Robert Shepherd +1 212 792 5370 <a href="mailto:rs@edmiston.com?subject=Sale%20of%20superyacht%20Fortunato%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">rs@edmiston.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.edmiston.com/">www.edmiston.com</a> Merle Wood Peter Croke / Merle Wood +1 954 525 5111 <a href="mailto:pcroke@merlewood.com?subject=Sale%20of%20superyacht%20Fortunato%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">pcroke@merlewood.com</a> / <a href="mailto:mwood@merlewood.com?subject=Sale%20of%20superyacht%20Fortunato%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">mwood@merlewood.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.merlewood.com/">www.merlewood.com</a>Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing +33 (0) 493 34 44 55 <a href="mailto:peter@insull.com?subject=Sale%20of%20superyacht%20Fortunato%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">peter@insull.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.insull.com/">www.insull.com</a> Photo by Maarten Janssen

Superyacht Fortunato sold by Edmiston, Merle Wood and Peter Insull

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133963/image/large-5bb885a8f0f7b92c167d5c5e3237f124.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133963">Superyacht Cakewalk<a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/28">Cakewalk</a>, the largest yacht (by volume) ever built in the USA, by the Derecktor shipyard, is designed by Tim Heywood Designs with naval architecture by Azure Naval Architecture. She features a classic Interior design by Dalton Designs, Inc. She made her much-awaited debut at the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show last October, and has been cruising the Caribbean this winter. Her American owners owned a large Feadship (now <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187">Fortunato</a>) before building this 85.6 metre superyacht.By Maarten Janssen, photo by Bob Paylor

Cakewalk, the largest yacht ever built in the USA

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/129943/image/large-46f405efc741f98be15d12880722a4d1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/129943">Enterprise V &amp; Fortunato in Fort LauderdaleCaputered leaving Fort Lauderdale in one photo are the two Royal Van Lent yachts <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/960">Enterprise V</a> (right) and her bigger cousin <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187">Fortunato</a> (left). <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/960">Enterprise V</a> is a 1993, 51.20m Feadship, designed by De Voogt Naval Architects. She is one of only a few Feadships, with a fully enclosed aft deck, and a fishing cockpit. Fortunato is a 62.33m Feadship. She was build and delivered as Cakewalk for an American owner, who is now building a yacht in the United States. Amongst her many features, are her hidden tender bays. The tenders are stored behind gull wing doors in het bow of the yacht, forward of the owner's stateroom. By Maarten Janssen

Enterprise V & Fortunato in Fort Lauderdale

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/129850/image/large-d5d7b6440381443bfe05ecd7caaa1f60.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/129850">Fortunato off the beach in Monaco<a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187">Fortunato</a> is a 62.33m Feadship build at the Royal Van Lent yard in Kaag, Holland. She was build and delivered as Cakewalk for an American owner, who is now building a yacht in the United States. Amongst her many features, are her hidden tender bays. The tenders are stored behind gull wing doors in het bow of the yacht, forward of the owner's stateroom. The lines of Fortunato are designed by De Voogt Naval Architecture, and features a classic interior. By Maarten Janssen

Fortunato anchored off the beach in Monaco

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/128547/image/large-c68a107a0fef56b832c2f7b2a122773e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/128547">Fortunato off Monaco<a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187">Fortunato</a> is a 62.33m Feadship build at the Royal Van Lent yard in Kaag, Holland. She was build and delivered as Cakewalk for an American owner, who is now building a yacht in the United States. The new <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/28">Cakewalk</a> will be 85.6m, and is under construction at the Derecktor Shipyards in Bridgeport. Her design is by Tim Heywood Designs. The lines of Fortunato are designed by De Voogt Naval Architecture. Go to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.superyachtphoto.com/">SuperYachtPhoto.com</a> for more photos of Fortunato. By Maarten Janssen

Fortunato off Monaco

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125998/image/large-808a606f7e93d47f6e7ae06c9e0609f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125998">Fortunato passing 17th Street Bridge in Fort Lauderdale<a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187">Fortunato</a> is a 62.33m Feadship build at the Royal Van Lent yard in Kaag, Holland. She was build and delivered as Cakewalk for an American owner, who is now building a yacht in the United States. The new <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/28">Cakewalk</a> will be 85.6m, and is under construction at the Derecktor Shipyards in Bridgeport. Her design is by Tim Heywood Designs. The lines of Fortunato are designed by De Voogt Naval Architecture. Fortunato is currently for sale with Merle Wood &amp; Associates Inc. By Maarten Janssen

Fortunato passing 17th Street Bridge

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/123870/image/large-414bca2ae1d719ad37f4e5458342df32.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/123870">Feadship’s Fortunato shows off her new water toy <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/187">Fortunato</a> docked at Simpson Bay, St Maarten on January 8, with her new water toy, an inflatable slide. The 62m Fortunato was built by Feadship Royal Van Lent in 2000 as Cakewalk. A few years ago she was sold to her current owner. The interior was restyled and he equipped her with a big array of toys, including a Mangusta tender and now an inflatable water slide!

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