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It has to be said, sometimes older is better and there are many in the industry who would say that sailing on a vintage yacht gives an unbeatable feeling which cannot be matched by today's high-tech vessels. For a select few owners, taking on a restoration project is extremely rewarding, as proven by the cases outlined in this list of classic yacht refits where vessels were brought back to their full potential after decades or even centuries of use.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5247" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vagrant39.0m (127'11&quot;)Herreshoff1913">Vagrant</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/829" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Herreshoff (Company)">Herreshoff</a>, 39m<img src="/uploads/store/photo/11648/image/large-9aa98906108d975407c2227f6a7d0615.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/11648">The 39-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/829" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Herreshoff (Company)">Herreshoff</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5247" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vagrant39.0m (127'11&quot;)Herreshoff1913">Vagrant</a>, built in 1913, was refitted in 2017 at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman Shipyard BV (Company)">Royal Huisman shipyard</a>, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/230" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dykstra Naval Architects (Company)">Dykstra</a> revisiting her naval architecture. The refit included the reinstallation of her engineering systems and classic interior and the restoration of the deckhouse as well as brand new crew quarters. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SS Delphine78.55m (257'9&quot;)Great Lakes Engineering Works1921">SS Delphine</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/689" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Great Lakes Engineering Works (Company)">Great Lakes Engineering Works</a>, 78.55m<img src="/uploads/store/photo/98408/image/large-8591bd7113e7347c85b0275ea8eaf516.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/98408">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SS Delphine78.55m (257'9&quot;)Great Lakes Engineering Works1921">SS Delphine</a>, built in 1921 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/689" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Great Lakes Engineering Works (Company)">Great Lakes Engineering Works</a> and first known as Dauntless, has had several refits, the most recent of which was carried out in Zeebrugge, Belgium, in 2003. The original owner's daughter conducted extensive research for the various refits, and the yacht currently calls back the roaring '20s, combining a classic feel with today's amenities and communication means. &nbsp; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)Krupp Germania Werft1929">Haida 1929</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/263" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Krupp Germania Werft (Company)">Krupp Germania Werft</a>, 71.1m<img src="/uploads/store/photo/53800/image/large-9de3c91ccf04e5fa4c4c1be73450a02c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53800">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a>-class <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)Krupp Germania Werft1929">Haida 1929</a> has sailed under many previous names including Dona Amelia and has undergone several refit works, including in 2011, 2016 and 2018. This involved rebuilding the ship’s structural integrity, an extension of the sundeck and several alterations to the interior, such as the addition of a Hammam spa. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Over the rainbow of London35.0m (114'10&quot;)Dickie & Sons1930">Over the Rainbow of London</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/174" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dickie & Sons (Company)">Dickie &amp; Sons</a>, 35m <img src="/uploads/store/photo/30280/image/large-0e673654460e26aac388bafa74db8b6c.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/30280">The 35-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Over the rainbow of London35.0m (114'10&quot;)Dickie & Sons1930">Over the Rainbow of London</a>, a mono-hull displacement yacht built in 1930 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/174" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dickie & Sons (Company)">Dickie &amp; Sons</a>, was restored to glory in 1991 and had another refit in 2004 at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/72" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mondomarine SpA (Company)">Mondo Marine</a>, being held to the highest standards throughout her lifespan.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2841" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nahlin91.44m (300'0&quot;)John Brown & Sons1930">Nahlin</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1653" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Brown & Sons (Company)">John Brown &amp; Sons</a>, 91.44m (Credit: Giovanni Romero)<img src="/uploads/store/photo/39878/image/large-a5132adc2bc9e7f3c2b82929d9230185.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39878"> This <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1653" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="John Brown & Sons (Company)">John Brown &amp; Sons</a> build from 1930 is 91 metres in length and has a volume of 1,356 GT. She underwent a refit from 2006 to 2007 at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a>, and was then brought over to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blohm & Voss GmbH (Company)">Blohm &amp; Voss</a> from 2007 to 2009 where her old steam turbines were replaced by diesel engines. She has gone through a total of five years of restoration since being purchased by her current owner.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/210" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Savarona135.94m (445'12&quot;)Blohm & Voss GmbH1931">Savarona</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blohm & Voss GmbH (Company)">Blohm &amp; Voss</a>, 135.94m<img src="/uploads/store/photo/75270/image/large-67263cca37648ff4adad4b1c093ed31e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/75270"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/210" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Savarona135.94m (445'12&quot;)Blohm & Voss GmbH1931">Savarona</a>, the 136-metre built in 1931 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blohm & Voss GmbH (Company)">Blohm &amp; Voss</a>, featured original naval architecture and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/94" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cox & Stevens (Company)">Cox &amp; Stevens</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a> revisited her naval architecture and her latest interior comes from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/41" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Donald Starkey Designs (Company)">Donald Starkey Designs.</a> The yacht is currently used as the presidential yacht for Turkey and once belonged to Atatürk.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2291" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malahne50.29m (164'12&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1937">Malahne</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons Shipyard</a>, 50.29m <img src="/uploads/store/photo/41798/image/large-315d2c5f2192782eea621e046e52400d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/41798">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2291" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malahne50.29m (164'12&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1937">Malahne</a>,&nbsp;measuring 50.29 metres and built in 1937, has had several refits, the latest of which happened in 2017. This refit brought her design back to the original and upgraded her to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyd’s Register</a> class.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shemara64.68m (212'2&quot;)Vosper Thornycroft1938">Shemara</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vosper Thornycroft (Company)">Vosper Thornycroft</a>, 64.68 <img src="/uploads/store/photo/22695/image/large-78e60326a7ca9a9cf1512dffc5461e75.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/22695">The 64.68-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vosper Thornycroft (Company)">Vosper Thornycroft</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shemara64.68m (212'2&quot;)Vosper Thornycroft1938">Shemara</a> has changed owners only twice since she was built in 1938. It was under the ownership of her most recent owner that she received maintenance works in 2016. The owner created a company for the extensive refit, Shemara Refit LLP. She was given a contemporary interior while keeping a lot of her original attributes, and she now runs on a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2207" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rolls-Royce Marine (Company)">Rolls-Royce</a> diesel-electric system.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1042" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alicia51.0m (167'4&quot;)Defoe Shipbuilding Co.1930">Alicia</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/753" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Defoe Shipbuilding Co. (Company)">Defoe Shipbuilding Co</a>., 51m <img src="/uploads/store/photo/68657/image/large-c6eaf8e16deceb4b854d39b7f5886f19.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/68657"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1042" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alicia51.0m (167'4&quot;)Defoe Shipbuilding Co.1930">Alicia</a>, built in 1930 and known under many names including Janidore when she was built, has received a rebuild in 2015-2018 at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southampton Marine Services Group (SMS) (Company)">Southampton Marine Services group</a>, during which she was given an almost entirely new steel hull and a completely new aluminium superstructure, with all of her onboard systems also being replaced.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endeavour39.56m (129'9&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1934">Endeavour</a>, Camper &amp; Nicholsons Shipyard, 39.56m <img src="/uploads/store/photo/94600/image/large-9a16e10d12e128a753a97a032b6ed91c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/94600"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endeavour39.56m (129'9&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1934">Endeavour</a> is a 39.56-metre J-class sailing yacht from Camper &amp; Nicholsons Shipyard, with naval architecture by <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> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Charles E. Nicholson (Company)">Charles E. Nicholson,</a> who also designed the yacht’s exterior. She was restored to her full glory in the 1980s in a trailblazing restoration project which you can read all about <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/the-j-class-endeavour-and-royal-huisman" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">here.</a>

10 classic yacht refits and restorations

SYT has compiled a list of 10 yacht refits of iconic yachts that have been restored to their full glory. 

10 remarkable refits and restorations of classic yachts

The yard&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a> has been constructing, refitting and rebuilding fully bespoke superyachts for 30 years and has completed work on numerous large-scale projects such as the 55.75-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/596" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Illusion I55.75m (182'11&quot;)Feadship1983">Illusion I</a> and the 71.1-metre classic motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)Krupp Germania Werft1929">Haida 1929</a>.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/88534/image/large-4e938d1d1bead46e444d9767e78a72cd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/88534">The UK-based shipyard accepted <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G239.0m (127'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2009">G2</a> under her original name of Cinderella IV during the autumn of 2017. The sloop was then relaunched in September 2018 sporting her new name, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G239.0m (127'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2009">G2</a>. &nbsp; The yachtNow ready to cruise around the world with her new owners and expected to make a debut on the race circuit, the 39-metre performance sloop was delivered in 2009 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> and built in carbon composite with a large sail plan in order to comfortably reach 14 to 16 knots under sail. She features an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tripp Design Naval Architects (Company)">Tripp Design Naval Architecture</a> and an interior created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Yachts</a>. Up to eight guests can be accommodated for across four staterooms and enjoy her two-deck layout and panoramic saloon. Outdoors, guests will find the sunpads, architectural biminis - which can be left up when the yacht is under sail - and the lifting keel (from 6m to 3.8m), enabling her to access shallow waters. A crew of up to five care for the 174 GT <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G239.0m (127'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2009">G2</a>, and thanks to the fully reconfigured arrangement of the helm and aft deck, guests can choose from being connected to the crew while the yacht is underway, or opt for a more discreet service.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/31573/image/large-13ebb52c0ff2264b506d4832f70fe51e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31573"> The briefRepresented by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2548" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cornelsen & Partner Yacht Consulting GmbH (Company)">Cornelsen &amp; Partner</a>'s Benjamin Stitt, the owner had a very clear vision for the transformation and wanted to build upon <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G239.0m (127'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2009">G2</a>’s pedigree sailing platform. His brief and list of requirements for the refit works focussed on three main areas:General style:&nbsp;The yacht’s previous style featured many different materials, including several types of wood. By using the Milan-based design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Yachts</a>, the owner wanted to marry the two decks by toning down the interior style and make the yacht’s wood-heavy, classic decor less overpowering and more welcoming. With regards to the exterior, the owner wanted to enhance the yacht’s modern lines with a cleaner, sleeker look.Layout:&nbsp;Without changing the yacht’s volumes, the layout was to be optimised. A redesign of the upper and lower areas of the saloon would create an open-plan space, providing a better connection between the two areas, and improving both comfort and the perception of space for guests.&nbsp;Owner’s cabin:&nbsp;The final major request from the owner was to redesign his forward cabin to make both the perceived and real space larger and more comfortable.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/88525/image/large-9b4ef404049ed1e456e5dc43b2e65edf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/88525"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/88529/image/large-ed13f2fc92b7fbf77e168e96ffe5aa69.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/88529"> The worksThe owner brought together <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tripp Design Naval Architects (Company)">Tripp Design</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2548" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cornelsen & Partner Yacht Consulting GmbH (Company)">Cornelsen &amp; Partner</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a> to help bring his vision to life. The team started off by carefully removing the yacht’s original guest interior, the Fibre Mechanics team then began the modification work to the bulkhead structures in the owner’s cabin, the removal of the cuddy on the aft deck and the enlargement of the 11 portholes in the guest accommodation. &nbsp;&nbsp;In brief, the key changes to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G239.0m (127'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2009">G2</a> during her rebuild included the following:<ul><li>Two large skylights were cut into the roof of the main saloon, adding natural light into the yacht’s interior. A single pane of tempered glass was mounted lengthwise on the deckhouse’s central longitudinal beam to make the skylight appear to be divided into two sections when viewed from below.</li><li>The hallway mast was previously hidden in a cupboard which made the hallway seem very long. The cupboard was removed to reveal the mast to help proportion the hall and add a ‘marine’ style to the space.&nbsp;</li><li>The upper and lower parts of the saloon were originally very separate. To open up the area and connect the saloon to the dining area, the high backing on some furnishings was removed and a transparent balustrade was installed. The TV area benefitted from the addition of a U-shaped sofa and a fully equipped bar was installed to the starboard part of the upper saloon.&nbsp;</li><li>The cuddy was removed on the aft deck and extensive composite works were carried out to create a new aft deck layout with a flush open deck feel, complete with new sun pads and an extended guest outdoor dining area.</li><li>The superstructure and rig were resprayed metallic Sandelwood Silver.</li><li>40% of the deck was replaced with new teak with all the caulking removed and changed from black to grey.</li><li>The original 11 portlights in the guest areas were made larger to brighten the accommodation.&nbsp;</li><li>All original guest accommodation was removed and replaced with a modern and contemporary interior featuring light bleached oak designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a> and constructed by RQI.&nbsp;</li><li>To enlarge the owner’s cabin, the owner chose a new layout that transformed a portside guest cabin and its ensuite bathroom into a children's cabin. This required the structural bulkhead in the owner’s cabin to be moved to increase the footprint of the area.&nbsp;</li><li>The bed arrangements were rearranged in both the starboard and portside guest cabin. All ensuite bathrooms were also updated.</li><li>The bilge and fire systems were replaced throughout the yacht - a complicated process involving the removal of tanks and large elements of the crew accommodation during installation.</li><li>New Amtico flooring, fridges and a floating carbon staircase were added to the crew area.</li><li>The 10-year class special survey was completed.</li><li>Upgraded fresh water system provided potable water and decreased the use and necessity of plastic bottles.</li><li>The shore power converter and main switchboard dief hardware were upgraded.</li><li>New carbon fibre EC6 rigging was installed and sailing instruments were upgraded.</li><li>AVIT, NAVCOM and Communication Systems were replaced and upgraded.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/88531/image/large-4cfb4ebc697cf698bd6b49131c3aadd4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/88531"></li></ul> The outcomeOver 120 of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a>’ in-house and highly skilled tradespeople worked for 11 months on refitting <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G239.0m (127'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2009">G2</a>. The final outcome is a transformed high-performance sailing yacht with more open visuals and new sources of natural light. The saloon is now spacious and features new furniture from top brands such as Cassina, Flexform and Knoll. As a result of the impressive refit, since her relaunch, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="G239.0m (127'11&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2009">G2</a> was awarded first place in the Refitted Yacht category at the World Superyacht Awards 2019.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/31571/image/large-b9309de77204438bc6bba819e39204c6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31571"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/54616/image/large-68c47e2d071680db9a0addb4c869b2f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/54616"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/54619/image/large-ab8cd5ae30f3cb2c98c1c59615852684.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/54619"> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <a href="http://www.superyachtcompany.com/newspaper/the-superyacht-times-subscription" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""><img src="/uploads/store/photo/55401/image/large-6524e9c9dfc37e22bf131ecc39bea57e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55401"></a> This article is featured in the latest edition of the SuperYacht Times newspaper. <a href="http://www.superyachtcompany.com/newspaper/the-superyacht-times-subscription" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Subscribe now&nbsp;</a>to receive your copy straight to your door and never miss another issue.

How Cinderella IV became the award winning G2

The Vitters sailing yacht G2 got a refit and was relaunched in September 2018 with her new name. Read more on SŸT.

Refit in action: how Cinderella IV became the award-winning G2

In 1929, Montague Stanley Napier placed an order for a new 58.83-metre steel superyacht at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> shipyard, but passed away before he could take delivery during 1931. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/534" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marala58.83m (193'0&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1931">Marala</a> then was sold to aeroplane builder Sir Richard Fairey, who named the yacht Evadne. In the years to follow, the yacht had only four owners and was given various names, such as Zapala and Gaviota IV.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/94751/image/large-18ecdb3a89c43f9fbe37e881acfe5575.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/94751">As one of the few surviving yachts from her era, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/534" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marala58.83m (193'0&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1931">Marala</a> has been well-maintained and underwent numerous modifications – such as a conversion during World War II to serve as a navy vessel. Now she is undergoing an extensive 18-month restoration programme at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a> shipyard in the UK to revitalise her original 1930s characteristics, such as recreating her original exterior lines through various superstructure modifications.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/33301/image/large-00f6a1765bd0a9363daf6fdbe3eafc95.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/33301"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a> has plans to upgrade the yacht’s steelwork, paintwork, teak decks and both domestic and electrical systems to accommodate for modern systems and technology. Her current interiors reflect her classic exterior look and feature teak furniture, silk wall coverings and polished brass – all of which will remain classic but be revitalised by London-based design studio Muza Lab. Currently able to carry up to 13 guests on board, there are also plans for the addition of a new guest area. &nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/33304/image/large-b3582b40d047340cc531ba8a6304e922.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/33304"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/33302/image/large-8aef80ab284b7da67d9a3cc25021a248.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/33302">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/534" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marala58.83m (193'0&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1931">Marala</a>’s new owner recognised the rare opportunity to own a&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/192" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>&nbsp;classic motor yacht but understood that her essential engineering requirements would impact her interior. With a determination to remain sympathetic to her heritage and original design, the decision was made to bring the yacht to&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a>&nbsp;to complete a restoration and preserve her spirit for many years to come,” commented her Captain.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/33303/image/large-30427aaa2bc6e75f38075b8d5ad771ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/33303">Joint Managing Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a>, Mike Carr added: "<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a>&nbsp;is renowned the world over as the premier destination to complete a complex restoration project like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/534" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marala58.83m (193'0&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1931">Marala</a>. Years of experience working on award-winning projects such as&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fair Lady39.16m (128'6&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1928">Fair Lady</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shamrock V36.58m (120'0&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1930">Shamrock V</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2291" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malahne50.29m (164'12&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1937">Malahne</a>&nbsp;and most recently&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)Krupp Germania Werft1929">Haida 1929</a>&nbsp;has given our 430 strong workforce not only a broad understanding of the complexities of completing a project such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/534" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marala58.83m (193'0&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1931">Marala</a>, but also a deep respect for preserving the heritage of these yachts for generations to come."

Refit works begin for classic 1930s 59m yacht Marala

Yacht Marala is undergoing an extensive 18-month restoration at the Pendennis shipyard to revitalise her original 1930s characteristics

Refit works begin to restore classic 1930s 59m superyacht Marala

World Superyacht Awards 2019 winners

The 14th edition of the World Superyacht Awards 2019 has taken place in London, and the receivers of the coveted Neptune award have been revealed.

Winners of the 2019 World Superyacht Awards revealed

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/78992/image/large-07df3024a05cc150f7d38af2a48e9151.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/78992">Seen here side by side are the two German-built &nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aurora74.0m (242'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Aurora</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)Krupp Germania Werft1929">Haida 1929</a> superyachts in Venice, Italy. Some 88 years separate these two vessels with Haida 1929 dating back to the year 1929 when she was launched at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/263" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Krupp Germania Werft (Company)">Krupp Germania Werft&nbsp;</a>in Kiel. Commissioned by millionaire yeast magnate Max Fleischmann, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/haida-1929">Haida 1929</a> has sailed under a number of high-profile owners since her launch nearly 90 years ago. In 2018, she was delivered to her latest owner following an extensive 18-month restoration at the Pendennis shipyard in Falmouth, UK.Having recently returned from an extensive cruise throughout the Pacific Ocean, the 74-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5624" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aurora74.0m (242'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2017">Aurora</a> has returned to the Mediterranean with Venice as one of its first ports of call this season. Built in Rendsburg under the project name Gatsby, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> motor yacht was completed in 2017 as a custom project 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>. She was designed with hosting large groups in mind and boasts generous interior and exterior spaces. On board, she accommodates up to 16 guests over eight staterooms.&nbsp;

Aurora and Haida 1929 superyachts in Venice

The German-built Aurora and Haida 1929 superyachts in Venice together for the first time this season. 

The German superyachts Aurora and Haida 1929 in Venice

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/53800/image/large-9de3c91ccf04e5fa4c4c1be73450a02c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/53800">Built by the Krupp Germaniawerft in Germany 1929 for the millionaire yeast magnate Max Fleischmann, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)">Haida 1929</a> has sailed under a number of high-profile owners since her launch nearly 90 years ago. Earlier this year, she was delivered to her latest owner following an extensive 18-month restoration at the Pendennis shipyard in Falmouth, UK.

The classic motor yacht Haida 1929 in Cap-Martin

It is no secret that Nick Edmiston is a fan of classic yachts. He has played a central role in the sale and refit of several notable vintage motor yachts over the past 20 years, including&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2248" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blue Bird31.59m (103'8&quot;)">Blue Bird</a>&nbsp;(1938), <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2841" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nahlin91.44m (300'0&quot;)">Nahlin</a>&nbsp;(1930),<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2291" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malahne50.29m (164'12&quot;)">&nbsp;Malahne</a> (1937), and now 71-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)">Haida 1929</a>. Built by Krupp Germaniawerft for the millionaire yeast magnate Max Fleischmann, the yacht has sailed under a number of high-profile owners since her launch nearly 90 years ago. Earlier this year, she was delivered to her latest owner following an extensive 18-month restoration at the Pendennis shipyard in Falmouth, UK. SuperYacht Times talked with Nick Edmiston and broker Alex Busher, who acted as liaison between Edmiston and the new owner, about the challenges associated with restoring and managing classic yachts. We began by asking how <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)">Haida</a> came to change hands in 2016.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/41790/image/large-3fd05144629a31880d61507719312e72.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/41790">Nick: I’d known the yacht for years, ever since she was called <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)">Sarina</a> and owned by Loel Guinness, who spared no expense to make sure she remained in excellent shape. The last owner had been hanging onto her with the thought of taking a long cruise, but that never happened. After several years when she was effectively mothballed, he decided to sell her and we brokered the deal with the new owner. Like all restorations, the worklist grew as the project progressed, but he was determined to bring her back into top condition with a view to chartering and taking her around the world.&nbsp;Alex: The restoration was really needed. She’d undergone a previous refit in Turkey in 2000, which hadn’t addressed some of the major issues. After a survey of the hull, we very quickly realised the underwater profile would have to be stripped down to the frames for the first time in almost 90 years. The fact she was still intact is a testament to Germany’s shipbuilding prowess, but we ended up replacing the tanks and 60 percent of the hull, using over 100 tons of marine-grade steel in the process. At one point there were 70 welders working on her: when the old funnel was removed and engine room gutted, you could look down through the decks and see the bottom of the dry dock.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/41793/image/large-8c32b0bf15e6a5c652a2cda1ff3183d5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/41793">Why the decision to go to Pendennis for the refit?Alex: Several reasons. Besides having a slot available, Pendennis has experience of refitting other classic motor yachts, including<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2291" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malahne50.29m (164'12&quot;)">&nbsp;Malahne</a> and<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fair Lady42.0m (137'10&quot;)">&nbsp;Fair Lady</a>. They had also completed a short refit of the yacht in 2011 when she was called <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)">Dona Amélia</a>, so had a lot of prior knowledge. Brexit had just kicked off and sterling had taken a hit, so the exchange rate was a consideration. Another factor was that the yard is very discreet and a bit off-radar down in Falmouth, which suited the owner who wished to maintain his privacy.&nbsp;Considering the high cost of restoration and maintenance, what kind of owner decides to invest in a classic yacht?Nick: &nbsp;Someone who knows how to appreciate tradition and elegance; someone who leads a very stylish lifestyle and has a passion for maintaining an asset of historical significance. That’s not everyone by any means. And once they’ve spent the money, they’re not going to recover it immediately, if at all. In the long-term, the paint job might be a bit cheaper as you don’t have a high-gloss metallic finish, but they require constant attention and tend to have big crews, so that’s an added cost. There’s definitely more work involved and you have to have a loyal crew prepared to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/41792/image/large-8bca09e70d639b0d3767e1d759409cde.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/41792">Alex: With classic yachts, it’s all about their history: the stories behind the owners and the places they’ve been to. We tend to think of explorers as a new trend, but <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)">Haida</a> was originally built for Fleischmann with an 8,000-mile range for exploring the Pacific and was named after the native Haida people of Alaska and British Columbia. The current owner had been following her for the last 15 years or so, and it was either this yacht or none at all. He wanted character and soul, not a replica or a new build. It’s a bit like living in a stately home rather than a brand new hotel, which is why he wanted to keep the original Krupp engines, the beating heart of the vessel and the oldest working diesels on any yacht today. They have no gearbox, so to reverse they have to be stopped and restarted using the old telegraphs still linking the bridge to the engine room. Stripping and rebuilding them with custom-made parts was a huge job in itself.&nbsp;How did you decide on Adam Lay for the new interior design?Alex: The owner had very clear ideas of what he wanted and had spent a lot of time researching online and in magazines. He put together four large mood books of his own and toured antique fairs all over Europe for period accessories, which is still ongoing. But we needed someone to fine-tune his ideas and bring it all together to produce a traditional décor with a nod to contemporary lifestyles. Adam had been involved in the refit of the J-Class&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/621" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Endeavour39.56m (129'9&quot;)">Endeavour</a>&nbsp;and is a very good listener. The owner liked his low-key style and attention to detail, but what swung it was when Adam started sketching in front of him. He was very impressed with his draughtsmanship skills.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/41791/image/large-35a900be03ce0739b16f2783f969fabb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/41791">What concessions were made to modernity during the refit?Alex: Although the owner wanted a sympathetic restoration, he was aware of modern charter requirements. So a hot tub was added on the top deck and a hammam spa on the lower deck, the galley was upgraded, new AC installed, along with new custom tenders [restored to their original position amidships] and new cranes for launching them. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)">Haida 1929&nbsp;</a>is the only classic motor yacht of her size available for charter with accommodation for 12 guests and a private owner’s deck. The other classics like<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2841" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nahlin91.44m (300'0&quot;)">&nbsp;Nahlin,</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Talitha82.6m (270'12&quot;)">Talitha G</a>&nbsp;and<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shemara64.68m (212'2&quot;)">&nbsp;Shemara</a> are all private.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2291" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malahne50.29m (164'12&quot;)">&nbsp;Malahne&nbsp;</a>is available for charter, but she’s a lot smaller.&nbsp;What other classic yachts are out there waiting to be saved?Nick:&nbsp;There are a couple left worth getting hold of, but I’m not going to tell you which they are in case someone else gets to them first! There was a sister ship to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3572" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shemara64.68m (212'2&quot;)">Shemara</a> that went to Japan, and another lovely old motor yacht that once belonged to the Courtauld textile family that went to Sierra Leone as a presidential yacht. Sadly the former was broken up and the latter sank before my people could get to them. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2841" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nahlin91.44m (300'0&quot;)">Nahlin</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2291" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Malahne50.29m (164'12&quot;)">Malahne</a> probably wouldn’t be around today if I hadn’t stepped in. The challenge is finding the right owner in time and then a yard with the wherewithal to restore them, which is not cheap by any means. Ultimately, you have to have a passion for it.

Haida 1929: talking classic yachts with Edmiston

Jonathan Beckett is the man at the helm of one of the most trusted superyacht brokerage firms in the world: Burgess. Joining the late company founder, Nigel Burgess, in the early 80s, it was not the desire to sell big boats that drew Beckett to the world of selling superyachts, but rather a love for sailing. Indulging in this passion fresh out of high school sailing on 55’ Sparkman &amp; Stephens ketch in the Caribbean, when Jonathan returned to Europe, he quickly realised that the yacht life was the only life for him and the brokerage world beckoned.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/32225/image/large-f3c4249ec1816ea586b1340d7ee9e98c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/32225">Regardless of a deep-seated passion for sailing from the CEO - a passion which was very much shared with the founder of the company - unsurprisingly, sailing yachts are in the vast minority of Burgess’ sales and charter deals. This, however, does not concern Beckett. In fact, contrary to the widespread belief that the sailing yacht market is in dire straits, Beckett notes that interest in this specialised sector is growing. In fact, he notes, it is the sailing yachts rather than the motor yachts that are really shaking things up in the industry: “Perhaps more so than motor yachts, a number of sailing yachts will also go down in the history books of yachting for being game changers,” he says. “Whether it’s the 88-metre&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maltese Falcon88.0m (288'9&quot;)">Maltese Falcon</a>, the 106-metre&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4795" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Black Pearl106.0m (347'9&quot;)">Black Pearl&nbsp;</a>or the 142.8-metre&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sailing Yacht A142.81m (468'6&quot;)">Sailing Yacht A</a>, these yachts are visionary design statements which have stopped the superyacht industry in its tracks – and that doesn’t happen very easily!”Here we hear more about Beckett’s insight into the sailing yacht market, and the future of the Burgess brand.&nbsp;You are CEO at Burgess and very much a client facing broker, spending the majority of your time actually selling yachts. Is there such a thing as a typical deal?&nbsp;I am very much a travelling salesman - selling yachts and selling the Burgess brand. On average, I travel twice a week. Just this week, for example, I was in Monaco last weekend, London on Monday and Tuesday, Amsterdam on Wednesday, London again on Thursday and then Singapore Friday. And now I will travel on to Australia on Sunday! But that is what I do.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/34966/image/large-445c229206a36a6bbdb7acd9f2a6e76e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34966">I believe I learned the trade from the best: Nigel Burgess. We worked together for 11 years before ‎he died. He quickly taught me that the most important thing with any client is face time. You have to have face time to build a relationship - and this is a business that is all about relationships. A typical deal is like combining a marathon run with an obstacle course - all conducted on paper-thin ice! Joking aside, a typical deal will be one where the seller feels he isn't getting enough, the buyer feels he is paying a bit too much and the broker is very carefully trying to pull both sides together‎.After almost four decades working in the industry, what are your thoughts on the sailing yacht market and how it has changed over time?The sailing yacht market - meaning new construction, sales and charter - has always been a much smaller but much more specialised market than the motor yacht market. There are more than 10 large motor yachts to every large sailing yacht‎. It would be rare for a large motor yacht client (purchase or charter) to ‘switch’ to a sailing yacht, although it has been known to happen! Sailing yacht owners, buyers and charterers tend to be quite experienced sailing people who have a keen interest and knowledge of sailing yachts and the sea - and are passionate about sailing.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/7884/image/large-3ff44ce0b580955bb7b80b9160947086.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/7884">If anything, I think that there is more interest in sailing yachts now than there was back in my early days in 1980/1. There was a revolution of new modern designs, easy to handle sailing systems and much more modern accommodation in the 80s and 90s through to the present day. And, with this, came the opening of quite a number of new specialised sailing yacht shipyards taking centre stage, such as Perini Navi, Vitters, Alloy Yachts, Fitzroy – and, of course, the modernisation of such iconic shipyards as Royal Huisman and Jongert. Regrettably, Alloy and Fitzroy are no longer with us but they were incredibly prolific in the early years and were very much responsible for whetting the appetites of clients to build modern, aesthetically pleasing, high-performance sailing yachts with a level of luxury that hadn’t been seen on sailing yachts before.Having been part of Burgess since its early days, tell us about one of the most memorable deals you’ve closed?&nbsp;I am in my 38th year here at Burgess. In that time you might think that I've seen it all - but I am certain that I haven't. Not at all! My most memorable deals are not really our largest sales - but these ones were special for me: the 71.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Haida 192971.1m (233'3&quot;)">Sarina</a> (now Haida 1929), sold in 1981; the 57-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/236" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fleurtje57.0m (187'0&quot;)">Argonaftis</a> (now Fleurtje), sold in 1984; the 86-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/297" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kingdom 5KR86.0m (282'2&quot;)">Nabila</a> (now Kingdom 5KR), sold in 1987, and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maltese Falcon88.0m (288'9&quot;)">Maltese Falcon</a>, sold in 2009.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/19605/image/large-b8d86c2ff7d9819162f88a83347a836e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/19605">The story of the 1987 sale of Nabila to Donald Trump is very well known, coming in at $14 million more than the previous largest sale of Burgess. How did this deal solidify Burgess’ position as a leader in the sale of large yachts?&nbsp;This was an exciting deal - and a very exciting time for this company and for the industry at ‎large. But actually, she was not only the largest sale by Burgess at the time, but she was $14 million more than any previous brokerage transaction ever. This really was the advent of superyachts as we know them today.&nbsp;It was particularly pleasing because I remember cutting Donald Trump's name out of a newspaper here in London‎ and adding him to our client list (which probably only numbered 300 people in those days!). A year later we closed the largest yacht sale ever with him! Nabila was an iconic and very famous yacht back in those days and Donald was a ‘self-promoter’ - so the publicity surrounding this sale and ongoing ownership was something else! We retained the management of the yacht - renamed Trump Princess&nbsp;- and had monthly meetings with him in New York. We sold the yacht on four years later to HRH Prince Alwaleed bin Talal bin Abdulaziz-Al-Saud from Saudi Arabia, who still owns the yacht today.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/18015/image/large-48ee854a91ce677af97627e2dbd7c7d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/18015">There have, of course, been other significant milestones, which all solidify our leading position. One could never have predicted 30 years ago that the industry would evolve in quite the way it has and we have been involved with a number of ground-breaking new builds as owners’ project managers over the last few years: the world’s largest yacht, the 180-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4638" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azzam180.61m (592'7&quot;)">Azzam</a>; the world’s largest yacht by gross tonnage, the 156-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5967" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dilbar156.0m (511'10&quot;)">Dilbar</a>; and the largest yacht built to date in the Netherlands, the 110-metre Jubilee. These are very technically complex projects and I am immensely proud of our in-house team of naval architects and specialised marine/electrical engineers who carry these challenging builds from clean sheet of paper to delivery. &nbsp; <img src="/uploads/store/photo/28769/image/large-dc8a0d4c8acedaa088c81180fefae172.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/28769">$30 million in the 80s was an almost unprecedented price for a yacht, though we have since seen prices in yachting rise almost exponentially. Some think the industry is effectively pricing ourselves out of business. Do you see this as an issue?&nbsp;$30 million in 1987 was a record-breaking price - almost double the value of any previous brokerage deal. So it was a big deal. Today $30 million will still buy you a nice yacht - but not a ‘top of the market’ yacht. Prices have risen enormously - but then so has the size and complexity of yachts. The top yachts today are truly floating palaces on the water with extraordinary features and very complex systems. To break it down, in 1987, $30 million bought you the biggest and best yacht in the world. In 2018, you would need to pay in the region of $600 - 700 million to buy the biggest and best yacht in the world… I’m not sure the pricing is an ‘issue’ rather than an organic progression as the vessels themselves have gotten more complex with extremely high standards.&nbsp;You are President and founding member of the Large Yacht Brokers Association, as well former President and board member of MYBA. What is the importance of such organisations?&nbsp;What we have learned from trade associations - be it MYBA or LYBRA - is that they bring industry players together to produce industry standards - such as the standard MYBA Charter Agreement and the standard MYBA Sale &amp; Purchase Agreement. We also discuss common issues, and they create a forum for grievances to be aired. LYBRA is an association of the larger yacht brokerage companies - and the demonstrable benefit here is having company owners and/or CEOs all sitting around the table together - getting to know each other well - and having the confidence to discuss ‘big picture’ industry issues that affect all of us.You’ve talked previously about families with young children being the key demographic that yachting should market to, though this is a decidedly long-term plan for longevity. What can we do in the short term?&nbsp;This is a very good question and no one has the definitive answer. Charter is most definitely a great entry gateway into yachting, and the number of people who can afford to charter but have no clue it even exists as a vacation must be encouraged to try it! We are members of the Superyacht Life Foundation, which is all about promoting the lifestyle of yachting rather than promoting‎ yacht purchase or yacht charter specifically.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/8710/image/large-36a1d64cfe4989718de55a8c0818f001.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/8710">It would be nice if we could extend the cruising seasons… but I don't see this happening anytime soon. The opening up of new destinations for chartering is something many of us are working on and is a very interesting challenge. It’s also a daunting one as market forces are quite entrenched.&nbsp;With environmental issues likely to be at the forefront for some years to come, we could well also see a resurgence of heightened interest in sailing yachts from charterers and there are also some exceptional purchase opportunities currently on the market at very interesting price levels. At the moment, for example, we are listing the stunning 90-metre three-masted schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/288" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athena90.0m (295'3&quot;)">Athena</a> and the 54.6-metre modern classic <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2411" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marie54.64m (179'3&quot;)">Marie</a> for sale and charter, as well as the 65.3-metre vintage schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Creole65.3m (214'3&quot;)">Creole</a> for charter. &nbsp;&nbsp;Do you think consolidation is the answer to progressing the superyacht industry?&nbsp;There is room for everyone in this industry - but the way we do business will change. When change starts to kick in, it will happen quickly - and we are right on the cusp of that now. I am certain that we will see a lot of consolidation as we move ahead… it just makes sense. In 7 years time when we look back to today, the players will be different and the landscape will be different. This is an exciting time for Burgess and for the industry - and I am really looking forward to the challenges ahead.What do the next 10 years look like for Burgess?The next 10 years at Burgess are looking good! ‎Will I still be here? Definitely! But I will be in a different role - which I see as more of a guidance and mentoring role. The future of Burgess belongs to the next generation and it is our job to ensure a careful handing down of roles and responsibilities. At Burgess, we have a lot of young people - many of whom have already been with us for quite a long time (for example 35-year-olds who have been with us for 10+ years and 45-year-olds who have been with us for between 15-22 years). These young people are well trained, experienced and fiercely loyal, and it is going to be a pleasure to watch them take over the reigns of the company in the years to come. Exciting times ahead!<a href="http://www.superyachtcompany.com/newspaper/the-superyacht-times-subscription" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""><img src="/uploads/store/photo/23641/image/large-5807815e2703721ae6618b7a54d59cdb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23641"></a> This article is featured in the latest edition of the SuperYacht Times: the Sailing Issue.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.superyachtcompany.com/newspaper/the-superyacht-times-subscription" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Subscribe now</a>&nbsp;to receive your copy straight to your door and never miss another issue.&nbsp;

10 Questions with... Jonathan Beckett

Following the successful delivery of the refit of Dona Amélia, Pendennis Plus has this week completed a further large yacht refit project, the 62.23 metre Feadship Virginian. Coincidentally Virginian was also one of the first refits undertaken by Devonport Yachts in their Plymouth facility. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138621/image/large-63e43ff13c7ebb4fae689ded19358f53.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/138621">Built in 1990, the Feadship arrived at Pendennis at the beginning of November following the departure of <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Dona Amélia</a>. The works undertaken on <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/225">Virginian</a> included general maintenance work, minor interior modifications and an annual survey alongside a full topside repaint and installation of new Naiad Zero Speed stabilisers. Stephen Hills, Managing Director of Pendennis Plus, discussed the latest developments in the large yachts sector, “We have had an increasing number of enquiries for 60m+ sailing and motor yacht refits and bespoke new builds over the past few months. The experience within the Pendennis Plus team coupled with the world class Falmouth facilities and strong in-house trades are proving to be a winning combination". Pendennis Plus will be undertaking a major sailing yacht refit following the departure of Virginian.Pendennis Plus +44 (0)1326 211344 <a href="mailto:info@pendennis.com?subject=Pendennis%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@pendennis.com</a> <a href="http://www.pendennis.com/">www.pendennis.com</a>

Pendennis Plus completes refit of superyacht Virginian

Pendennis Plus was delighted to have been commissioned to undertake a four month refit of one of the world’s most iconic gentleman’s motor yachts Dona Amélia (previously known as Haida G). At 71 metres she is the largest yacht to have been refitted in Pendennis’ 23 year history, and the first undertaken in Falmouth by the newly rebranded Pendennis Plus (ex. Devonport Yachts). <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137981/image/large-63c5f40a9460d6c9bfd578496e526d94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137981">Dona Amélia’s programme of works focused on routine maintenance including an engineering survey, service and renovation of her original 1928 Krupp Germania Werft main Engines, overhaul of her generators, AC, water makers, thrusters, hydraulics, windlass. Alongside this Pendennis Plus revitalised the teak decks and exterior brightwork and upgraded the AV system, galley equipment and Jacuzzi. The yacht’s tanks also underwent maintenance, which involved no less that 15 tanks throughout (fuel, water, grey and black). <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137982/image/large-e592913279667fc376d47cf6d33eb617.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137982">Andrew Wilson (Fred), Chief Officer of Dona Amélia, has fond memories of their time in Cornwall: “It is always sad to leave, especially after all the warmth and hospitality that has been shown to the crew of Dona Amélia. We are very grateful to the team at Pendennis team for all your efforts from curry nights, bowling, sailing Regattas, and experiencing the Falmouth 350 year celebration. Plus obviously meeting and becoming friends with many of the Pendennis team! We look forward to returning in the future.” <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137983/image/large-199c7c89ae95a20bd9876b5b0eb8afb5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137983">After completing a series of motor trials a group of Pendennis employees gathered at Port Pendennis Marina to say farewell to Dona Amélia and her crew. Famed in the yachting industry for her classic looks and maintaining original 1928 engines, as well as her film role in ‘Mama Mia’ the yacht provided a beautiful spectacle as she cruised out of Falmouth Bay en route to the Caribbean.Pendennis Shipyard Ltd +44 (0)1326 211344 <a href="mailto:info@pendennis.com?subject=Pendennis%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@pendennis.com</a> <a href="http://www.pendennis.com/">www.pendennis.com</a>

Superyacht Dona Amélia leaves Pendennis after successful refit

Ocean Independence's Peter Hürzeler has announced the sale of the classic superyacht Haida G. Alex Busher of Edmiston represented the buyer. Haida G was formerly known as Rosenkavalier, and is one of the most beautiful classic yachts in the world, a magnificent motor yacht from the golden era (1929) of private yachting. Two years of restoration brought Haida G back to her former glory.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/135635/image/large-d3de2f70b96d76e17ea2d85e5ea3537a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127835">Even though the meticulous refit maintained her traditional style, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G</a> is equipped with the latest in HiFi, TV and communications systems. Haida G can accomodate 12 guests for cruising, in seven luxurious guest cabins. The master cabin is located on the bridge deck, and features a delightful private salon, which opens up to the boat deck. On the main deck, there is a large main salon and a cosy library. Forward on the main deck, is Haida G's formal dining room.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/135636/image/large-055497ea5fba3d21894ef8c97de857d2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127838"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/135637/image/large-3e66f777449057d1cea2923d6affa7a8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127839"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/135638/image/large-f47c1eddf10733d93784859a58ac2564.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127840">The main aft deck features a well protected alfresco dining option, whilst the sundeck offers ample space for lounging, sunbathing and relaxing in the Jacuzzi. Ocean Independence Peter Hürzeler +41 79 401 69 93 <a href="mailto:yachts@ocyachts.com?subject=Haida%20G%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">yachts@ocyachts.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.oceanindependence.com/">www.oceanindependence.com</a> Edmiston &amp; Company Alex Busher +377 93 30 54 44 <a href="mailto:AB@edmistoncompany.com?subject=M/Y%20Haida%20G%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">AB@edmistoncompany.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.edmistoncompany.com/">www.edmistoncompany.com</a>

Superyacht Haida G sold by Ocean Independence and Edmiston

The 71.1m Haida G, originally Haida, was built at Krupp Germania Werft in Kiel in 1929 for millionaire yeast producer Max C. Fleischmann (1877-1952) following plans drafted by the New York naval architects Cox and Stevens and today, 80 years after her launch, she still graces the ocean with her unique style following an impeccable restoration. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/129410/image/large-ebb7801ef3acbb73bed0f5eb823e6fe8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/129410">Haida, as she was then known, was constructed to be especially strong for long scientific, fishing, and pleasure cruises in the Pacific waters off the Californian coast. Using the latest technology of the time, the vessel was equipped with the twin diesel engines that still propel her to this day. Her fuel capacity of 150 tons allowed a range of nearly 8000 nautical miles enabling her to travel from San Francisco to Singapore non-stop. After completion in 1929, and following a passage from Germany via New York and through the Panama Canal, her owner berthed Haida at the Santa Barbara Yacht Club, California. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/129411/image/large-9485a1df9b58918ea5de13d4fd2eab32.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/129411">As with many of his yachts before and after, Max C. Fleischmann named his ship after the native tribe of Queen Charlotte Island whose seafaring skills he admired so much. Fleischmann, who had a reputation of being slightly eccentric, had the beautiful ship painted black. After more than ten joyous years at sea, Haida found a new mission when Mr. Fleischmann sold the yacht to the US Navy in October 1940. The ship was completely refurbished and began a new duty as a naval vessel: the bowsprit was removed, radar was installed, and a 3.5” gun was mounted on the forecastle. Warren A. Cabral, who served on board the ship, recently said he could still remember how the exquisite wood panelling was roughly covered with grey paint. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/129412/image/large-fbc596df9b7b90e4ef7bb4dd93906bcd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/129412">Under the name USS Argus, identification number “PY14”, the yacht protected the coast in the Patrol Force of the 12th Naval District out of San Francisco. She was briefly lent to the United States Geodetic Survey, returning to the Navy after eight months. On October 29th, 1944 the Argus rescued the shipwrecked sailors from the Liberty vessel John A. Johnson, sunk in the Pacific by a submarine. Argus was decommissioned in 1946 and purchased by a private owner who restored her to her former glory as a pleasure craft. Renamed Sarina, she was owned by the Egyptian cotton magnate Maurice Ada and spent a number of years in Alexandria. During a political disturbance, her owner moved the yacht to the South of France. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/129413/image/large-cb2c86229437d84b0d1705ec6f402da4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/129413">A happy new era began when, after a year in the hands of American industrialist Larry Green, she came into the ownership of British Member of Parliament, Loel Guinness in 1969. He kept Sarina for more than ten years and spared no expense to see that the yacht remained in excellent shape. In 1979 Guinness’ health forced him to sell the beautiful vessel to film producer Robert Stigwood. Stigwood redecorated the interior in an English country house style. Also around this time a false second funnel was mounted that characterized Sarina’s appearance for many years. The yacht was the centre of Stigwood’s social life, undertaking long voyages throughout Europe and the Caribbean. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/129414/image/large-f155b8dbc2f61e43ee984e106868fc62.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127835">In 1981 Sarina was sold yet again. Her new Greek owner renamed her Rosenkavalier, after the opera by Richard Strauss. In 1988 Rosenkavalier, like many other classic yachts at that time, was acquired by a Japanese owner. She made the journey to Yokusaka on her own keel, still driven by her original 1929 diesel engines. The ship remained with the Isaka family of Yokohama until 1992, when a Greek yachtsman, bought Rosenkavalier. In 1999, a new owner acquired the vessel, enchanted by her heritage and striving to reconnect her with her origins, she was re-christened Haida G. The renovation began with a refit of the original main engines, which were completely disassembled and overhauled. The interior was entirely stripped and reusable parts carefully reinstalled. The naked hull was sandblasted, and 120 tons of steel replaced. Except for the lovingly restored main engines, the heart of the vessel, all aggregates were replaced and the ship was updated to the highest technical and safety specifications. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/129415/image/large-226af0b663465c675e8a7a13f33cf21f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/129415">Today, under the command of Captain Julian Legg, Haida G provides all the comfort of a modern luxury yacht for up to 12 charter guests. Overhauled to MCA-standards and run under ISM management she is available to a distinguished circle of charter guests with her incomparable aura, intriguing history, and unique charm. Ocean Independence +44 (0)1273 831 010 <a href="mailto:yachts@ocyachts.com?subject=M/Y%20Haida%20G%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">yachts@ocyachts.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.ocean-independence.com">www.ocean-independence.com</a>

Special Report: Haida G celebrates her 80th year

From 4 to 8 May 2009, Genoa hosted the 21st edition of the MYBA Charter Show. This is one of the most important international exhibitions dedicated to charter professionals and superyachts.The exhibition is a select showcase for luxury charter yachts and the most exclusive display of ancillary services for the yachting industry. SuperYachtTimes.com visited over 40 superyachts that were on display at this year's show in Genoa, and we will bring you a series of articles about the best charter yachts available.Mondango (photos by Martin Fine &amp; Ivor Wilkins)<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127811/image/large-38450faa45fc026c64fccd103f4e9bc1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127467"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/401">Mondango</a>, run by Captain Marc and his friendly fun crew, has a modern and fresh interior, designed by Reymond Langton, and offers luxury accommodation for 10 guests. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127812/image/large-0735bb4dc245f49e84630ec17edf7a03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127470">The interiors in light grain English white oak panelling with trims of dark brown leather create a contrasting fresh interior. The salon furniture is a combination of Macassar wood, soft fabric and leather with the flooring cut in a unique radial design with a wool and silk carpet for the utmost of comfort. Soft curves combined with bold colour choices and lighting give the interior a voluptuous ambience. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127813/image/large-a8ba0430947cab24d2f97b6b16d76fe5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127472"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127814/image/large-d90f287007325d71c11950b916936a7c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127473">The accommodation on the lower deck comprises of a full beam Owners stateroom, two VIP cabins and two twin berthed guest cabins. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127815/image/large-b36a894b9cf240ab5b2277a675ad5b50.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127471">The owner's ensuite furnishings include a carved once piece vanity in rare pink onyx with a hammered stainless steel sink and a Japanese-style-toilet combining both bidet and toilet functions. Each guest stateroom is themed in distinctive colours with the throws, cushions and bed covers designed in London to coordinate specifically with each atmosphere and a unique onyx bowl in each bathroom adds to the distinctive feel of each cabin. Set into the window bays of each VIP cabin is a contemporary chaise-longue. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127816/image/large-6e3453dc789570f8102d8ec135eebd29.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127465"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127817/image/large-8d4f5de3408222609ce1799b72667231.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127466"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/401">Mondango</a> is available this summer in the West &amp; East Med. Please contact Gayle Patterson of Edmiston in Monaco, on +377 93 30 54 44 or <a href="mailto:gp@EdmistonCompany.com">gp@EdmistonCompany.com</a> for any enquiries.Big Aron<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127818/image/large-34713e9188cab21c0c805147d268528f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127818"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/249">Big Aron</a> is deceptive in her size as with five decks, she allows for a truly incredible amount of exterior deck space and interior volume. The main salon and dining room are on the main deck with the galley forward. The sky lounge is situated on the bridge deck. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127819/image/large-f60e704941276ffadd996db59d3f7b58.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127819"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127820/image/large-8ea5f92a4985b5d91a803653f8603ee7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127820">Our favourite spot on board <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/249">Big Aron</a>, was without doubt the bridge deck aft, which includes a Brazilian charcoal barbeque. The sundeck also offers a bar and sunning areas, a massive 12 cubic metre deep "plunge pool", plus unparalleled 360 views of the surroundings. All is capably supported by a professional crew of ten led by captain William Kaye.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127821/image/large-ac66516c599423a7e37525bbacd125ee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127821"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/249">Big Aron</a> will allow 10 guests to enjoy five beautifully appointed, large staterooms each with ensuite bathrooms. The master suite is situated on the upper deck and has a large master ensuite, walk-in wardrobe and adjoining office and lounge. This mastercabin offers without doubt, the best views on any yacht of her size. The 4 guest staterooms are below decks and these consist of two further king sized cabins &amp; two twins, all with ensuite bathrooms. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127822/image/large-6eb915f91e4729ef832e77428b612718.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127822"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127823/image/large-8af7ced7da7a143d6193752f1162f7e0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127823"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/249">Big Aron</a> is available this summer in the Med. Please contact Camper &amp; Nicholson in London, on +44 (0)20 7009 1950 or <a href="mailto:info@lon.cnyachts.com?subject=Big%20Aron%20on%20SYT%20%28SuperYachtTimes.com%29">info@lon.cnyachts.com</a> for any enquiries.Sea Dream<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127824/image/large-bcee713ebb5a006ec7bca60cfc504199.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127824"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1185">Sea Dream</a>, built by an experienced owner, offers comfort, range (she can cross the atlantic, and back) and a huge amount of space. She offers oustanding levels of luxury and service, provided by her friendly crew of 10, who keep <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1185">Sea Dream</a> in immaculate condition. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127825/image/large-84d188b78c47f538d9606bd62563dee3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127825">Perfect for entertaining in grand-style, the dining table on the upper aft deck can seat 16 in comfort, and is surrounded by outdoor furniture, that also accommodates 16 guests. It’s the perfect deck to enjoy a wonderful diner under the stars, prepared by chef Luke Alkemade, or to watch a movie, on a 50" plasma screen. Dining closer to the water is no problem, there is another dining table on the main aft deck, a perfect spot to have breakfast, after a morning swim.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127826/image/large-0c2659de77f8feabffcbb761eb2fae5c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127826"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127827/image/large-d356fd5e6a96c2fbe48353d63df70366.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127827"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1185">Sea Dream</a> boasts five cabins. The master cabin is found forward on the main deck, where large windows and neutral tones provide a welcoming atmosphere. Every cabin has its own audio/video system, and Sea Dream has an extensive library on board for guests to choose from. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127828/image/large-34defc487f5e437d3ee63a9211ecc8ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127828"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1185">Sea Dream</a> is being offered for charter by Burgess (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.burgessyachts.com">www.burgessyachts.com</a>). Her summer charter rates are €133,000 low season, and €147,000 high season.Big City<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127829/image/large-7e2f599de8666dbd714d755ae35a971c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127829">The 141ft. (42.98m) <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/132">Big City</a> is impeccable and majestic from bow to stern. The <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/132">Big City</a> was just delivered earlier this year and has a deep blue hull with a colonial white superstructure that is classically beautiful. She was built by Trinity Yachts and has an interior designed by Patrick Knowles and is now available on the luxury charter market. She offers an abundance of deck space, such as the "patio" forward of the Portugese bridge, which features two large sunpads and a settee. On the large sundeck, there is a large Jacuzzi forward, a wet bar with stools and a barbecue. Removable sun awnings offer respite from the sun.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127830/image/large-b36eb1748ab6c7ba233197481fbc851f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127830"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127831/image/large-58094eadaff2ef41cd0f881e8f2a9b0e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127831"> <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/132">Big City</a> cruises at 14 knots and is equipped with Quantum's Zero Speed stabilizers for ultimate comfort. <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/132">Big City</a> carries a selection of toys such as water skis, assorted beach toys, boards and snorkeling gear, etc. She also has two tenders, our favourite was the 9.75 m Intrepid "Small Town" (4 stroke) 2 x 300hp engines and an 18 ft (5.48 m) Nautica with 115hp engine, which is towed behind <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/132">Big City</a> during cruising. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127832/image/large-10f90295ade4a5902c75c9e020e2a356.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127832"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127833/image/large-3887735fc0715b28a9619e215fe6f75b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127833"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127834/image/large-c2e13c7259d2d26726b3e27799bbe31c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127834"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/132">Big City</a>, captained by Barry Bramhill, sleeps 10 guests in 5 staterooms and is available at a rate of € 175,000 per week. She is based in Antibes for cruising the Mediterranean. She is available through International Yacht Collection. Please contact Terry Hines at +1 (954) 850 4271 or <a href="mailto:thines@iyc.com">thines@iyc.com</a> for any enquiries.Haida G<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127835/image/large-13912e5ad7ea80baf9d273d93cd697f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127835"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G</a>, Formerly known as Rosenkavalier, is one of the most beautiful charter yachts in the world, and is run by a fantastic crew. This is a magnificent motor yacht from the golden era (1929) of private yachting. Two years of restoration brought <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G</a> back to her former glory.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127836/image/large-e143ebc6075d5b2dd3ad5d778f0055c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127836"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127837/image/large-d8802c2c16d5e32b5d850f74107b523a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127837">Even though the meticulous refit maintained her traditional style, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G</a> is equipped with the latest in HiFi, TV and communications systems. <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G</a> can accomodate 12 charter guests for cruising, in seven luxurious guest cabins. The master cabin is located on the bridge deck, and features a delightful private salon, which opens up to the boat deck. On the main deck, there is a large main salon, a cosy library, which is also the perfect spot for kids to hang out, as it is equiped with an array of computer games. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127838/image/large-5f8ec67b595ac2d87af136adfba9b126.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127838">Forward on the main deck, is <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G's</a> formal dining room. The main aft deck features a well protected alfresco dining option, whilst the sundeck offers ample space for lounging, sunbathing and relaxing in the Jacuzzi. My favourite spot on board however, is the side deck lounge area, just aft of the bridge. It is the perfect spot for an early morning cup of coffee, or to sit back with your favourite book, as the scenery slides by.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127839/image/large-d573f088eb342298188d3a2d464e13db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127839"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127840/image/large-dd38b63af066ed522777b619b46054be.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127840"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G</a> is a true delight to see and stay onboard, and can be chartered through Ocean Independence. For any enquiries, please contact Tim clark at +44 1273 831010, or email Tim at <a href="mailto:tim@ocyachts.com?subject=Haida%20G%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">tim@ocyachts.com</a>.To view more luxury yachts for charter, visit the <a href="http://www.superyachttimes.com/charter/">SuperYachtTimes.com Charter Pages</a>.By Maarten Janssen

Charter Special II: Finest 40m+ superyachts at the Genoa Charter Show (1)

Last June, the very famous vintage yacht <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G</a> (ex Rosenkavalier) made a stop in Amico &amp; Co for some refit and maintenance works. <img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/122867/image/large-bc10e80536e3fcb02b3eeddc9a68390c.jpg" alt="" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/122867"> <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G</a> was built in 1929 by Krupp Germania Werft and nowadays is managed by Ocean Independence, which choose Amico &amp; Co for some specialized maintenance jobs before starting a new busy summer season. 71mt length, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G</a> was hauled in the Amico &amp; Co covered dry-dock to execute some maintenance works such as hull and superstructure painting, side boarding ladders refit, external furnishing, generators overhaul and the installation of some brand new SAT-NAV antennas and much more in just 40 days ! In the same month Amico &amp; Co launched <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1276">Shamrock V</a>, a J Class dated 1930 commissioned by Sir Thomas Lipton to take part in his very last challenge at America’s Cup. In the meantime the new technical marina is going to be ultimated, and once finished it would be possible to accommodate up to 23 large yachts during refit works. For further information please contact: <a href="mailto:amico.yard@amico.it?subject=Request%20through%20SYT">amico.yard@amico.it</a> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/122868/image/large-9d33ea41ea1078798f1687070c5c99e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/122868">

Amico refits Haida G

<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/122268/image/large-cd6c7d9f30132066dff9ccd4d35c5543.jpg" alt="" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/122268"> <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G</a> leaving Cannes in May 2006 Photo credit: <a href="https://www.superyachtphoto.com">Merijn de Waard / Yacht-Images.com</a><div align="center">(If you have a yacht or yacht related photo then please send it to <a href="mailto:info@superyachttimes.com?subject=Photo%20of%20the%20Day&amp;body=Please%20attach%20your%20photo%2C%20a%20short%20photo%20caption%20and%20the%20photo%20credit%20and%20we%20will%20consider%20publishing%20it%20at%20Photo%20of%20the%20Day.%0A">info@superyachttimes.com</a> for Photo of the Day)</div>

Haida G leaving Cannes

International yachting company Ocean Independence is proud to announce the opening of a dedicated Management Division to be located in their Swiss-based Uster office. Formed as a separate company, 'Ocean Management GmbH' has been inaugurated in response to the ever-increasing demand from their clients for professional and competent advice on new construction, refits and day-to-day yacht operations management. This includes providing ISM and ISPS support, large vessel transportation, and specialising in highly demanding projects such as classic restorations or post-accident recovery.Ocean Management is run by Daniel Küpfer (Master Mariner), as Projects and Management Director. In addition, the in-house maritime lawyer, Hans H. Hürzeler, provides broad and prompt consultancy advice on all legal matters from contracts, company formation and administration to insurance, crewing, tax obligations and flag-state registration. The team has an impressive track record, including the highly acclaimed two year refit of the72m classic motor vessel <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290">Haida G</a>, shortlisted for 'Best Refit' at the 2006 Boat International Superyacht Awards in Venice.This thriving division has several large new construction projects underway and is set to experience even more growth as we look ahead to 2007. For further information contact management@ocyachts.com or see our website, www.ocean-independence.com.

New Ocean Independence Management Division opens

Ocean Independence (OCI) has had another very busy two months with three yachts sold, including the sale of immaculate Benetti 35m Classic <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/824" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Diane</a>, completed by Peter Hürzeler in close collaboration with Eric Althaus, and 24.6m Falcon Lady Kiss being sold by Marco Vandoni of our Monaco office.In addition a further 3 yachts have joined our charter fleet and 4 yachts have been listed for sale including the superb Sunseeker 82, Sedation, and the 36m 2003 Fratelli D’Amato <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/943" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Sea Wish</a>, plus ARS Vivendi- 25.15m and the unusual tug conversion Lutteur - 30m. A complete and up-to-the-minute listing of our central agency yachts for sale is now available 24 hours a day at the click of a mouse from the brokerage section of our website.We will also be busy at the Cannes and Monaco yacht shows next month, with a tent in Port Canto for Cannes and three superb yachts for sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/840" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Lifestyle</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/274" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">More</a> and Ladies First (29m SY), and in Monaco a stand on the T Jetty with four yachts exhibiting, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/290" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Haida G</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/243" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Philanderer</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/943" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Sea Wish</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/840" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Lifestyle</a>. We look forward to welcoming you at our stands during the shows.