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<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/390955/image/large-9d0efd87af721fc806ade7e1e99fe9ef.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/390955">Fresh from a refit in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 La Ciotat (Company)">La Ciotat</a>, the 87.78-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> was spotted in Málaga last Sunday.She was delivered in 2011 to an experienced yachtsman, who had previously owned <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.6m (454'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a>, and was launched in the same year as her sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a>, with which she shares identical lines.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> features naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>, with a sleek exterior profile by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Architecture &amp; Design</a>. Inside, her interiors, also by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot</a>, combine comfort with optimal user-friendliness, blending refined Japanese design influences with elements of Art Deco.In terms of propulsion, the yacht is powered by quadruple&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines and carries an onboard fuel capacity of 250,000 litres.If you would like to see your photo featured each day, then send your submissions to <a href="mailto:news@superyachttimes.com" target="_blank">news@superyachttimes.com</a>.

Feadship yacht Musashi in Malaga

The 87.78-metre Feadship superyacht Musashi was spotted in Málaga last Sunday.

88m Feadship superyacht Musashi in Málaga

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389907/image/large-a55aee485da0ce2ae9444f36157c5e6f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389907">Spotted anchored in Miami last week were the 87.78-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> and the 90-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4455" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lionheart90.0m (295'3&quot;)Benetti SpA2016">Lionheart</a>.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> yacht was delivered in 2021 and built alongside her sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a>, which was launched in the same year. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> showcases a sleek exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>. Meanwhile her interiors were created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Design</a> in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axel Vervoordt (Company)">Axel Vervoordt</a>.A private library, dedicated games and relaxation areas, a fully equipped gym, and a contra-flow swimming pool all contribute to a family-focused atmosphere onboard. She is propelled by quadruple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> diesel engines, reaching a top speed of 21 knots.Meanwhile, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4455" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lionheart90.0m (295'3&quot;)Benetti SpA2016">Lionheart</a>, with a sleek exterior profile by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/245" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Natucci (Company)">Stefano Natucci</a> and interiors developed in close collaboration with the owner by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4365" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Green & Mingarelli Design (Company)">Green &amp; Mingarelli Design</a>, presents a highly personalised design. Delivered in 2016, the 2,990GT yacht can accommodate up to 12 guests across six staterooms and is supported by a crew of 30.Lionheart previously held the title of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti’s</a> largest build at the time of her delivery, though this milestone has since been surpassed by the yard’s later launches, 108-metre&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IJE108.0m (354'4&quot;)Benetti SpA2019">IJE</a>, 107.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luminosity107.6m (353'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2020">Luminosity</a>, and 107-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5652" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mar107.0m (351'1&quot;)Benetti SpA2020">Mar</a>, all exceeding 100 metres in length.Her onboard amenities include a wellness retreat, featuring a beach club outfitted with recliners, a gym, spa, beauty salon, Jacuzzi, lift access, and a swimming pool, as well as a helipad for seamless arrivals. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4455" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lionheart90.0m (295'3&quot;)Benetti SpA2016">Lionheart</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of 15 knots and a top speed of 18 knots.If you would like to see your photo featured each day, then send your submissions to <a href="mailto:news@superyachttimes.com" target="_blank">news@superyachttimes.com</a>.

Fountainhead and Lionheart yachts in Miami

The 87.78-metre Feadship superyacht Fountainhead and the 90-metre Benetti superyacht Lionheart.

Superyachts Fountainhead and Lionheart in Miami

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/389231/image/large-a67bcde3d9efbe1a532c8c9c978bf7b6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/389231">The 87.78-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> was spotted cruising in Fort Lauderdale last Friday ahead of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach International Boat Show - 2026">Palm Beach International Boat Show</a>, set to take place from 25 to 29 March 2026.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65391" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Largest yachts attending the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026 (2026-02-26 13:00:00 +0100)">Largest yachts attending the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026</a>Delivered in 2021, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> was built alongside her sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a>, with both projects launched in the same year. The yacht features a sleek exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>, while her interiors are the result of a collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axel Vervoordt (Company)">Axel Vervoordt</a>.Designed with a strong focus on family living, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> offers a range of standout amenities, including a private library, dedicated games and relaxation areas, a fully equipped gym, and a contra-flow swimming pool. She is powered by quadruple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> diesel engines, enabling a top speed of 21 knots.If you would like to see your photo featured each day, then send your submissions to <a href="mailto:news@superyachttimes.com" target="_blank">news@superyachttimes.com</a>.

Feadship yacht Fountainhead in Fort Lauderdale

The 87.78-metre Feadship superyacht Fountainhead was spotted cruising in Fort Lauderdale.

88m Feadship yacht Fountainhead in Fort Lauderdale

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385354/image/large-3f08cde5dedcd73de644c10304088b99.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385354">The 87.78-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> was seen last weekend docked here in Fort Lauderdale, United States. Delivered in 2011 by Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>, the 2,463 GT motor yacht was built alongside her sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a>, with both projects launched in the same year. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> features an elegant exterior by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>, while her interior is a collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axel Vervoordt (Company)">Axel Vervoordt</a>, resulting in a refined atmosphere throughout. Designed with family use in mind, her amenities include a private library, games and relaxation spaces, a fully equipped gym and a contra-flow swimming pool. Powered by four <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> diesel engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> reaches speeds of up to 21 knots and offers a transoceanic range of approximately 6,000 nautical miles.If you would like to see your photo featured each day, then send your submissions to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:news@superyachttimes.com" target="_blank">news@superyachttimes.com</a>.

88m Feadship superyacht Fountainhead in Fort Lauderdale

The 88m superyacht Fountainhead, built by Feadship in 2011, was seen docked here in Fort Lauderdale, United States.

Known for its glitz, glamour and iconic New Year’s Eve celebrations, St Barths has long held a firm place on the winter calendar for the world’s most impressive yachts. Drawn by the promise of crystal-clear waters, vibrant beach clubs and an unmistakable atmosphere of exclusivity, SuperYacht Times takes a closer look at some of the standout yachts spotted in and around St Barths this month.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383675/image/large-14a42604ce7660f902ce2a82ee2876bd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383675"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.6m (454'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a>&nbsp;| 138.6-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>&nbsp;| 2004Delivered in 2004 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.6m (454'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a> was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8232" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jon Bannenberg Ltd (Company)">Jon Bannenberg</a> and is defined by her long, streamlined profile and strong horizontal emphasis. Her interior, styled by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1193" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seccombe Design (Company)">Seccombe Design</a>, offers generous volumes and a light, contemporary finish throughout. Boasting an impressive volume of 7,841 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.6m (454'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a>'s standout features include a private owner’s deck outfitted with a panoramic saloon and a spacious aft deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383821/image/large-b2e284c288d15810f5c77e7c56690441.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383821"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a>&nbsp;| 102.6-metres | <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> | 2024Delivered in 2024 and measuring an impressive 102.6-metres, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> is the fourth largest yacht built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>. Designed both inside and out by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Architecture &amp; Design</a>, she can accommodate up to 20 guests across 10 staterooms, as well as a crew of 30 in 20 cabins. With 2,999 GT of internal volume, her naval architecture is courtesy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design &amp; Naval Architecture</a>. Key amenities onboard the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulysses102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Ulysses</a> include four outdoor hot tubs, a swimming pool covering the full-height of the main deck and accessed from the pool deck; a helicopter hangar under the forward helipad and eight hull doors (one of which is the largest tender garage door ever installed on a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>).<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383673/image/large-1ac8c72bbec0c21110cdb0592f2f2088.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383673"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonrise100.7m (330'5&quot;)Feadship2025">Moonrise</a>&nbsp;| 100.7-metres | <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> | 2025Delivered in July 2025, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonrise100.7m (330'5&quot;)Feadship2025">Moonrise</a> is an evolution of her predecessor, also called <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonrise99.9m (327'9&quot;)Feadship2020">Moonrise</a>, which was launched in 2020. She features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a>. Since her delivery, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11108" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonrise100.7m (330'5&quot;)Feadship2025">Moonrise</a> has also been spotted in the South of France and Gibraltar. Inside, amenities range from a dedicated owner’s deck and bridge-deck cinema to a sundeck with gym, massage area and hairdressing salon.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383822/image/large-33ece2780d24a43fb29aa6e08e6cb9b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383822"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4095" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Whisper95.2m (312'4&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2014">Whisper</a>&nbsp;| 95.2-metres | <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> | 2014Previously named Kismet, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4095" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Whisper95.2m (312'4&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2014">Whisper</a> underwent an interior refit in 2025 and features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a>, with interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/56" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reymond Langton Design Ltd. (Company)">Reymond Langton Design</a>. Spanning five decks, she accommodates up to 12 guests across seven staterooms, including a master suite with a fireplace, skylight and sweeping 180-degree sea views. Equipped with two helicopter pads, the 2,928 GT yacht offers luxurious amenities, including a large swimming pool, Jacuzzi and a private observation platform showcasing an outdoor bed, perfect for stargazing. You can check out <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4095" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Whisper95.2m (312'4&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2014">Whisper</a>'s interior <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62758" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First look onboard 95m Lürssen superyacht Whisper after refit (2025-02-28 16:15:00 +0100)">refit here</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383820/image/large-2be55e05097c03779c754d4639661253.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383820"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6031" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Olivia O88.51m (290'5&quot;)Ulstein Verft AS2020">Olivia O</a>&nbsp;| 88.51-metre |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulstein Verft AS (Company)">Ulstein Verft AS</a>&nbsp;| 2020Built on an <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulstein Verft AS (Company)">Ulstein</a> offshore platform in Norway, the project was completed at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4297" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Malta Refit (Company)">Palumbo</a> in Malta, after <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ulstein Verft AS (Company)">Ulstein</a> delivered the technically completed hull and superstructure to her owner in 2018. The 4,989 GT superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6031" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Olivia O88.51m (290'5&quot;)Ulstein Verft AS2020">Olivia O</a> features an avant-garde design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a>, with a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4593" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Droulers Architecture (Company)">Droulers Architecture</a>-designed interior. Key features onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6031" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Olivia O88.51m (290'5&quot;)Ulstein Verft AS2020">Olivia O</a> include a nearly enclosed upper deck with panoramic glass walls, a certified helipad, a midship tender garage, and an open pool area at the stern.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383671/image/large-e9a09cf871d35e0ba1f10d63926acd97.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383671"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a>&nbsp;| 87.78-metres | <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> | 2011Spanning a length of 87.78-metres and boasting a gross tonnage of 2,463, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>, while her interior is a combined creation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Architecture &amp; Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axel Vervoordt (Company)">Axel Vervoordt</a>. Launched in 2011, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> was constructed alongside her sistership, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a>, with both being launched the same year. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> offers family-friendly amenities such as a private library, a space for games and relaxation, a fully-fitted gym and a contra-flow swimming pool.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383672/image/large-458033e411a6f0917350f9d4adbcca0a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383672"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5999" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Go77.0m (252'7&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2018">Go</a>&nbsp;| 77-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise Yachts</a>&nbsp;| 2018Launched in 2018, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5999" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Go77.0m (252'7&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2018">Go</a> was once the largest <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise</a> yacht, before the title was taken by the 79-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6438" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nympheas79.0m (259'2&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2025">Nympheas</a> in 2024 and now the 87.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Angelique87.7m (287'9&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2026">Angelique</a>, which was launched last week. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5999" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Go77.0m (252'7&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2018">Go</a> features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H2 Yacht Design (Company)">H2 Yacht Design</a> and can comfortably accommodate up to 18 guests across a nine stateroom configuration. Key features onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5999" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Go77.0m (252'7&quot;)Turquoise Yachts2018">Go</a> include her 8.5-metre swimming pool, her Neptune Lounge, cinema, beach club, fully-equipped gym and her deck Jacuzzi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383674/image/large-62980e8b11ec9a2195dd3eee6244366b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383674"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nebula68.2m (223'9&quot;)Astilleros Armon2022">Nebula</a>&nbsp;| 62.8-metres |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/799" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros Armon (Company)">Astilleros Armon</a>&nbsp;| 2022Composed with an aluminium hull and superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nebula68.2m (223'9&quot;)Astilleros Armon2022">Nebula</a> was launched in 2022 as the latest catamaran in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/799" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros Armon (Company)">Astilleros Armon</a>’s ShadowCat series. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nebula68.2m (223'9&quot;)Astilleros Armon2022">Nebula</a> features both interior and exterior design from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6050" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Schwalgien Yacht Design (Company)">Schwalgien Yacht Design</a>, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Incat Crowther (Company)">Incat Crowther</a> were responsible for her naval architecture. The 2,136 GT catamaran has been penned with three decks and boasts an impressive 15.5-metre beam. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nebula68.2m (223'9&quot;)Astilleros Armon2022">Nebula</a>'s foredeck has been reserved for guest enjoyment, while her aft deck has been adapted for tenders and toys storage. The support yacht also features a helipad and hanger.

Superyachts in St Barths this month 

SuperYacht Times takes a closer look at some of the standout yachts spotted in and around St Barths this month.

In Pictures: Superyachts in St Barths this month 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/300879/image/large-57156ca03c006a4bda66c11ce00ce03f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/300879">Seen last week cruising through the waters in Palm Beach, Florida, is the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a>. Spanning a length of 87.78-metres and boasting a gross tonnage of 2,463, the motor yacht was built by the Dutch shipyard in 2011. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>&nbsp;are responsible for the vessel's elegant exterior, while her interior is a combined creation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axel Vervoordt (Company)">Axel Vervoordt</a>. The superyacht was constructed alongside her sistership, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a>, with both being launched the same year. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> offers family-friendly amenities such as a private library, a space for games and relaxation, a fully-fitted gym and a contra-flow swimming pool. Powered by four <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, the yacht reaches speeds of up to 21 knots and can cover a distance of 6,000 nautical miles, enabling extensive voyages with minimal refuelling requirements.

88m superyacht Fountainhead in Palm Beach

The 88m Feadship superyacht Fountainhead is seen here cruising in Palm Beach, Florida. 

Superyacht lifts with Lift Emotion

Justin Ratcliffe sat down with the experts of the marine lift sector.

Mobile masterpieces: The world of custom superyacht lifts

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260049/image/large-55842a6b92952905afd6322f009dffa8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260049">Spotted recently cruising in Miami, Florida, is the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a>. Measuring 88 metres in length with a volume of 2,463 GT, the superyacht was delivered by the Dutch shipyard in 2011. She features an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a> while her sophisticated interior is the result of a collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axel Vervoordt (Company)">Axel Vervoordt</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> was constructed in tandem with her close sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> which was also launched in the same year. Built for relaxed family living on board, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> comes with comforts such as a library, recreation room, fully-equipped gym and contra-flow swimming pool.

88m superyacht Fountainhead in Miami

The 88m Feadship superyacht Fountainhead is seen here cruising in Miami, Florida.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/236526/image/large-2c0e21643e483e8dec97b3aae51036d3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/236526">Currently anchored off the Lerins Islands on the French Riviera, is the 88-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a>. Built in 2011 for an experienced yachtsman, who previously owned <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.0m (452'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> shares a nearly identical design with her sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a>, which was launched in the same year. She features naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>, while both her exterior and interior design come from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Architecture &amp; Design</a>, which combined comfort with optimal user-friendliness, and mixed refined lines from Japanese design with elements from Art Deco.

Feadship superyacht Musashi on the French Riviera

The 88m superyacht Musashi, built by Feadship, is seen here anchored on the French Riviera.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/220869/image/large-e703edcfb3229dfc5628be99d2f125c6.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/220869">Currently anchored off Albany in the Bahamas is the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a>. Measuring 88 metres in length with a volume of 2,463 GT, the superyacht was delivered by the Dutch shipyard in 2011. She features an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a> while her sophisticated interior is the result of a collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Axel Vervoordt (Company)">Axel Vervoordt</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> was constructed in tandem with her close sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> which was also launched in the same year. Built for relaxed family living on board, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> comes with comforts such as a library, recreation room, fully-equipped gym and contra-flow swimming pool.

Feadship superyacht Fountainhead in the Bahamas

The 88m Feadship superyacht Fountainhead is seen here anchored off Albany in the Bahamas.

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96909/image/large-373595bc559e86bd7b5294b0129d9cc5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96909">Seen here side by side in Antibes are the Dutch-built <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barbara88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2017">Barbara</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> superyachts in Antibes. Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/98" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sam Sorgiovanni Designs P/L (Company)">Sam Sorgiovanni</a>, the designer behind the two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> superyachts <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/99" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wheels75.5m (247'8&quot;)Oceanco2008">Wheels</a>&nbsp;(Ex: Anastasia) and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nirvana88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2012">Nirvana</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barbara88.5m (290'4&quot;)Oceanco2017">Barbara</a> has a beam of 14.2 metres, a draft of 3.9 metres with an internal volume of 2,950 GT. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> was built for an experienced yachtsman in 2011 who previously owned <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.0m (452'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a>, the 138-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>. Inside, interior designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot</a> combined comfort with optimal user-friendliness, and combined the refined lines from Japanese design with elements from Art Deco. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> shares a nearly identical design with her sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> which was launched in the same year.

88m Barbara and Musashi yachts in Antibes

Two superyachts in Antibes - Barbara and Musashi - were photographed together earlier this week.

The 88m Barbara and Musashi superyachts in Antibes

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/65328/image/large-5a9313e96fbfb91c5e93f40a202552b8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/65328">The 87.7-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> was built at Feadship in 2011 to a design by Sinot Yacht Architecture &amp; Design who also created the luxury interior on board. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> was built in tandem with her close sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a> which was also launched in the same year. Built for relaxed family living on board, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fountainhead87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Fountainhead</a> comes with comforts such as a library, recreation room, fully-equipped gym and contra-flow swimming pool. Her vast main deck aft is used to stow tow 40' custom tenders with an enclosed garage below deck housing the yacht's watersport toys. Here she is seen anchored off Jaws Beach in the Bahamas.

Feadship Yacht Fountainhead 

The 87m Feadship motor yacht Fountainhead anchored off Jaws Beach in the Bahamas.

Feadship's 87m superyacht Fountainhead in the Bahamas

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/166381/image/large-3cf4c0ba288b8d222f8234e497ef2d17.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/166381">

Fountainhead in Lidingö, Sweden

Launched in 2011 as the largest Feadship ever built at the time, together with her sister ship Musashi, the 87.8-metre motor yacht Fountainhead still remains as impressive today as the days she first hit the water. Sinot Exclusive Yacht Design are behind the grand and elegant exterior of the yacht and also worked together with Axel Vervoordt on the interior of Fountainhead. She was recently seen outside the Swedish town of Lidingö.

Photo by Mats Rosenqvist

The 88m Fountainhead in Lidingö

Merijn de WaardI have known lift emotion for many years now, can you tell me something about the projects you have done?Yes, although as is common in the yacht-industry, it is often very difficult to talk about specific projects. However, we have done several Feadships, such as Musashi, and another one with a blue hull, you’ll know the name. We also worked with Delta Marine with whom we worked since 2008. Back then we delivered our first elevator over there, on Silver Shalis. Since then our elevators are on every new project they have. We did an elevator on a large yacht that was at the Monaco Yacht Show last year, Read Square, now called Axioma. It was a beautiful glass elevator, which I believe was very nice showcase for what we can do.Basically you are working world wide, in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the US. Why do these companies come to a Dutch lift manufacturer? Do you deliver very special products?Yes, I think so and I hope so. We specialize in far away countries, where there are not many people that can make high-end elevators and also not elevators on a ship. At lift emotion, 99% of our work is on ships. And of that I think at this moment 80% is on yachts, which shows you that we are dedicated and that we put our emotion in that type of work.So on these yachts, what type of elevators do you deliver? All kind of lifting devices, so apart from guest elevators, we also do food lifts such as dumbwaiters and trolley lifts, where you can roll in a trolley and go over several decks, which is now very common on the bigger yachts. We also deliver specially designed solutions, and we help to think out a system to solve a problem or a request, such as a life buoy shooting device to hide the life buoys but have them ready in time of a emergency and shoot them from behind a hatch away from the vessel. We just did one on the last big yacht in England.I can imagine that you work closely with interior designers?Yes, most of the time we do. These people have a certain idea of the whole vessel so you have to merge your product into their idea. I would say it is also important for the designers to just check what is reasonable inside a vessel, for example to avoid ending up with an elevator that is just way too small. We always try to advise them early on in the design stage. This can avoid high cost at the end of a project. And try to keep maintenance works also in mind throughout the life span of a vessel.Do you also do refit projects? It is even possible to fit a new elevator in an existing yacht?Yes, and it is quite challenging and it depends on the boat. Currently we are doing refits of two vessels, one is an old Feadship and one is an old converted research vessel. On those projects we can create a special dedicated trunk. On the smaller vessels that we have done in the past, we have designed a special lift that works almost without making extra deep pits, the space underneath the lift. We reduced that significantly to avoid a lot of extra work in an existing ship. These technics we then also use on smaller vessels where people also like to have a elevator.Do your yacht clients also hire you for their houses, or other projects?Yes, we are currently installing a very high end project in Switzerland where we have a really spectacular glass elevator with an extremely big cabin, which has a height of 3.03 metres, which means that the doors are also 3.03 metres. Truly spectacular. We also recently finished one of two special lifts that will be placed inside a touring bus complete with real elevator doors and a low entrance height for the end client to step in the lift. And we have several other projects in various stages of design.Lift Emotion will be exhibiting in Monaco this week. Visit their stand at Darse Sud QS62.

Interview with Mike Brandt of Lift Emotion

Earlier today the Feadship yard in Aalsmeer has launched the 60.35 metre superyacht ROCK.IT, previously known by her hull number 687. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/150245/image/large-82775fc224c36593f2d50a91b7748e45.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/150245">The Dutch design company, Sinot Exclusive Yacht Design, who also worked with Feadship on the F45 yachts and the 88 metre twins Musashi and Fountainhead, designed both the interior and exterior of ROCK.IT. She is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/150246/image/large-940396608adf3e72f63e36465c5d206f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/150246">ROCK.IT will accommodate ten guests over four guest staterooms, as well as the generous owner’s stateroom. Her 12 crew will be accommodated over six crew cabins. Storage rooms, laundry, the galley and the crew mess will all be located on the lower deck.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/150247/image/large-ba83f4b62fcd321d8c62b9b5cede3307.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/150247">By Merijn de Waard

Exclusive: Superyacht ROCK.IT (hull 687) launched by Feadship

The Top 100 largest superyachts in the world

The recent launch of the 46.22-metre Feadship Como again drew attention to Feadship’s pioneering use of glass. The client requested unprecedentedly large windows in the hull and a wealth of glass in her superstructure. Like every custom project at Feadship, Como’s owner’s requirements were met in style. And following on from other recent launches that have highlighted the art of glass such as Hampshire II, Musashi and Venus, thoughts now turn to the next logical – but seriously complex – innovation, namely using glass structures to also support structural loads from the decks above.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147871/image/large-410ff7fe7e1494097b479c212b8755ca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147871">The advance of technology in the use of glass is radically changing the look of superyachts in the same way that it transformed land-based architecture. Today glass determines the look of most buildings, and its use on large yachts has been constantly on the rise over the decades. In 1960 the average proportion of glass within yacht silhouettes was around seven percent, a figure which had doubled by 1990 as windows became larger, were placed closer to each other, and played a far more prominent role in styling.Feadship has always sought innovative ways to use materials and many custom builds over the decades have pushed the window in bathing interiors with natural light. Current developments can be traced to the first Future Feadship Concept design in 2006 called X-stream. “We received an enthusiastic response to our idea of offering a fully glazed superstructure and a glass observation area in the bow,” says Bram Jongepier, manager of knowledge development at Feadship. “This led to a research programme focused on the use of very large glass panels, the deployment of glass for strength, and the influence that glass has on interior comfort levels.”Glass panes have a major impact on the routing of ducting, piping and cables. A layout concept was developed with a structural core containing stairs, ducting and technical spaces similar to buildings. This was first used in the 88-metre Feadship Mushashi in 2010, where the structural elements around the luxury interior spaces were kept to a minimum and the proportion of glass to metal in her exterior profile is over 20 percent.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147872/image/large-aef8fed0460eaf83d863c6b5c841406c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147872">Various Future Feadship concepts have been fitted with larger window panes and underwater windows. Aeon featured glass in the hull and showed how large windows at the waterline could offer amazing views on the oceanic world. This idea was brought to reality on the 78.50-metre Feadship Hampshire II in 2012, which offers an underwater viewing port of over one metre in diameter from the wine cellar on the bottom deck.The next revolutionary project to showcase Feadship’s heart for glass was the 78.20-metre Venus. This head-turning yacht was created in a unique collaboration between the client, Philippe Starck and Feadship. Venus is special in many ways, but it is the use of glass which has perhaps received the most attention.The giant windows on her pavilion deck required close cooperation with Lloyd’s and glass expert Eckersley O’Callaghan. Normal windows are tested full scale in a steel construction using water pressure to see whether the construction will hold. Venus’ pavilion windows measure 10 x 2.4 metres, however, and there is no testing facility for such a size. Moreover, the connection system is very different as there is only a connection on one side with the windows resting on a couple of supports.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147873/image/large-5439d7639bed41c7e4ef5b3157915b71.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147873">“Once Venus was launched we could measure actual hull deflection with the tank loading centred and completely to the ends,” continues Jongepier. “We were also able to check the accuracy of our FEM calculations – the first time anyone has had access to real-life feedback on the computational models used. Crucially, we were able to replicate the results of the tests to an accuracy of 10-15% – an impressive figure for such an extraordinarily complex product.”And then came the newly launched Como. “Here the superstructure glass is placed on top of the metal rather than being set into it, creating a continuous surface,” continues Jongepier. “These glazed side panels give uninterrupted views from the owner’s stateroom. And the exceptionally large windows in the hull go way beyond what is permissible from a regulation point of view. We proved to Lloyd’s that we were able to make windows suitable for that location and size, and that the glass laminate would hold".<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147874/image/large-10dae1c63767bbefbe0e8128d66db27d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147874">“Moreover, the glass covers the structure on Como in a continuous glass band. We had learned from the Venus project that you have to measure and correct the complete superstructure in the paint and filler works to be able to make a fair transition from the paintwork to the glass and back to the paint again. The gloss lines have to be continuous… And on Como they are.”In 2012 Feadship initiated a study into load bearing glass that focused on specific locations in the yacht: local, not global, loads. As an exercise, the load of the wheelhouse roof of a 45- metre Feadship was placed on the windows. After a wealth of calculations it was discovered that by increasing the thickness of the front windows from 14 to 30 mm they could support the roof. Five full-scale tests were then carried out which proved that an enormous amount of weight could be placed on top of the windows.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/147875/image/large-5be408c50ffa9e89525f0ea49bbadf99.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/147875">For regular windows a normal load is prescribed by class of about three tonnes per square metre. The roof above is also considered a design load, and this was also transferred onto the window (around three tonnes). Lloyd’s regulations require that windows be able to support four times the normal load without breaking. The tests put four times the normal load on the window and then started adding the deck load (compression load) too. It took more than 15 tonnes of weight before they actually broke.“This is the stage at which we are now,” concludes Jongepier. “We are convinced that we are able to load our windows with the load from the deck above in a local situation. We know how thick they need to be, we know how to test them, and we have already discussed this with the class authorities. Ovens of the size required to bend giant glass panels are now available, and Feadship has the design and construction expertise to ensure total safety at sea. Now we are working with various designers and potential clients on something truly spectacular that will reap the rewards of all this research… There is much more glass on the horizon!”Feadship +31 23 524 7000 <a href="mailto:info@feadship.nl?subject=Feadship%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@feadship.nl</a> <a href="http://www.feadship.nl/" target="_blank">www.feadship.nl</a>

Feadship’s pioneering use of glass on board Como

We take a closer look at the ten largest superyachts ever built in the Netherlands, with the largest being 99 metres long. Only three yards make up for the top 10 (or we should say top 12, because there are two yachts in the list with the same length). Oceanco takes the lead, with 6 of their yachts making their way into the Top 10, followed by Feadship with 4 deliveries. Royal Huisman's Athena is the only sailing yacht in the list.    <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146737/image/large-ce428cf5020028a98c0b8e328a59d9fd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145547">1 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2074" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">M</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2074" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">adame Gu </a>- 99 metre Feadship - 2013 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Top 100</a>: 29)The 99-metre masterpiece Madame Gu was created by the Feadship yard in Makkum and is also the largest superyacht ever built in the Netherlands. More than four years in the making, Madame Gu was launched in 2013. Madame Gu will not be the largest Feadship for long. One of the Feadship yards, Royal van Lent, is now building a 101.5 metre superyacht. Oceanco is building two even larger yachts in Holland, a 110 metre motoryacht, and a 106 metre sailing yacht. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146738/image/large-812bc2aac0d423ec9b4a652f91d0de57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140566">2 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/300" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Indian Empress</a> - 95.00 metre - Oceanco - 2000 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 34)<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/300" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Indian Empress</a> is a 95 metre Oceanco, built in 2000 to a design of The A Group. She was launched as Al Mirqab, one of the yachts owned by the Qatar royal family. In her days as Al Mirqab, she remained a highly private yacht. These days, Indian Empress is in the hands of an Indian owner, who made the yacht available for charter. She is regularly seen at Formula 1 events, which is no surprise, since her owner owns the Sahara Force India Formula One Team. The yacht is, powered by triple engines, each delivers a stunning 10.000 hp, which provide a cruising speed of 17 knots. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146739/image/large-acd2dff9e811bb4552a968bb4414d852.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/139723">3 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/288" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Athena</a> - 90.00 metre - Royal Huisman Shipyard BV - 2004 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 44)The 90 metre super sailing yacht Athena, the second largest sailing superyacht in the world today, was built by the Dutch Royal Huisman shipyard in 2004. The superyacht’s exterior lines were designed by Pieter Beeldsnijder Design, with naval architecture by Dykstra &amp; Partners and an interior by Rebecca Bradley Interior Design. Athena is one of the largest sailing yachts launched since the 1930’s, and reaching speeds up to 19 knots, Athena can outrun most other sailing superyachts.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146740/image/large-b1f541a2d16e14aa41463b51a4fca2fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/146032">4 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2484" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Nirvana</a> - 88.50 metre - Oceanco - 2012 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 45)At 88.5 metres LOA, Nirvana is one the largest in a spectacular line of superyachts built by esteemed Dutch shipyard Oceanco. Designed to perfection by Sam Sorgiovanni, Nirvana combines extraordinarily voluminous interiors with extensively spacious deck spaces. She features a vast aft deck complete with 7.5 metre counterflow pool and a large sunbed aft. The floor of the pool rises to create a huge deck for entertaining while forward in the main salon is a bar and exotic reptile house. Superyacht Nirvana is for sale with Edmiston and has an asking price of € 230,000,000.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146741/image/large-0f1bf19cede821b5aeeb820929a391c9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141555">5 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Musashi</a> - 87.78 metre - Feadship - 2011 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 48)Musashi was built for an experienced yachtsman who previously owned <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Rising Sun</a>, the 138 metre Lürssen. You can cleraly see elements of that much larger yacht in Musashi. Inside, interior designer Sinot combined comfort with optimal user-friendliness, and combined the refined lines from Japanese Design with elements from Art Deco. Musashi was featured as our <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/37783" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="font-family: Arial;">Superyacht of the Week</a>.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146742/image/large-d403722cea724a948d1d0ed5f37a0a3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145273">6 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Fountainhead</a> - 87.78 metre - Feadship - 2011  (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 49)Fountainhead was delivered in 2011 by Feadship. She is designed by De Voogt Naval Architects and she features an interior by Sinot Yacht Design and Axel Vervoordt. Fountainhead is a near sistership to Musashi, and for a while they were the largest Feadships ever launched. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146743/image/large-2973ed5c1ab5925f450f700272d147a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137280">7 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1537" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Seven Seas</a> - 86.01 metre - Oceanco - 2010 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 53)The 85.47 metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1537" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Seven Seas</a> was delivered by the Dutch Oceanco shipyard in November 2010 and was designed by Nuvolari &amp; Lenard with naval architecture by Azure Naval Architects. One of her features in a trademark Oceanco swimming pool on her aft deck that can be conveniently transformed into a helipad.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146744/image/large-2318438f3599bc5baa26a12a52117ac6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/132513">8 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/234" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Ecstasea</a> - 85.95 metre - Feadship - 2004 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 55)At the time of her launch, in 2004, Esctasea represented a number of major milestones in the evolution of the superyacht industry. Powered by four MTU engines, the yacht reaches speeds up to 30 knots, making her one of the fastest superyacht in the Top 100 Largest Yachts.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146745/image/large-534e202c6e817f1b0e0109a536836c61.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/142852">9 - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2485" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">St. Princess Olga</a> - 85.50 metre - Oceanco - 2013 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 57)The 85.6 metre Oceanco Y708, St. Princess Olga was delivered in 2013, and her sleek silhouette, possessing the smooth exterior lines by Igor Lobanov, compliments her projected modern interior design by Alberto Pinto.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146746/image/large-75c6df8c04de536dd66700a3507d1801.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133596">Shared 10th place - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/100" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Vibrant Curiosity</a> - 85.47 metre - Oceanco - 2009 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 58)<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/100" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Vibrant Curiosity</a> (project Y704) is the third project for Oceanco with superyacht designers, Nuvolari &amp; Lenard, who designed the exterior and interior styling of the yacht. Naval architecture was provided by the in-house team Oceanco in co-operation with Azure Naval Architects. This 85m superyacht is powered by twin 4,680 HP MTU diesel engines which provide her with a top speed of 18.5 knots. The yacht features environmentally-conscious features such as a sea monitoring system that is an integral part of Oceanco’s philosophy of constantly exceeding current industry initiatives and trends.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146747/image/large-b8e942c54f2a653e4a695c124d490ec7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/142357">Shared 10th place - <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/101" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" target="_blank">Sunrays</a> - 85.47 metre - Oceanco - 2010 (Rank in the overall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41572" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">Top 100</a>: 59)Superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/101" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Sunrays</a> was delivered by Oceanco in 2010, and was designed by the late Bjorn Johansson. Sunrays, hull Y705, has twin 3,492kW MTU 16V 595 TE 70 engines and can achieve a maximum speed of 20 knots. She is exceptionally spacious with accommodation for 16 guests, in an interior designed by Terence Disdale Design.

The Top 10 largest Dutch-built yachts

She is one of the world's most recognisable superyachts, the 138-metre Lürssen <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.0m (452'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a>. Delivered in 2004, she was one of the last creations of superyacht design legend Jon Bannenberg. She was built for an experienced owner, who now owns the 88-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Musashi87.78m (287'12&quot;)Feadship2011">Musashi</a>, built at Feadship in 2011. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.0m (452'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a> features a private owner's deck, with a stateroom that offers a panoramic view, a private saloon, and a large aft deck.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145814/image/large-b416b269b72396d6c17f85af2841686b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145814"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145815/image/large-4973e713d5de402fddc35c72d22a3341.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145815"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145816/image/large-06d6b48e31b678f789869f0a551c47ed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145816"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145817/image/large-43fcd4083aed9c5f9ab084acc0f57f78.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145817"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145818/image/large-1338854b1c683fff0f003d7a3c8e480d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145818"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145819/image/large-fde288b609431dad3b94b82829611e10.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145819">By Maarten Janssen, photos by Giovanni Romero

In Pictures: The 138 metre Lürssen Rising Sun

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/145273/image/large-f980be02e59e783080b8d2b72a80129b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/145273">Fountainhead in Saint TropezFountainhead was delivered in 2011 by Feadship. She is designed by De Voogt Naval Architects and she features an interior by Sinot Yacht Design and Axel Vervoordt. Fountainhead is a near sistership to Musashi, and for a while they were the largest Feadships ever launched. However, the recently delivered Madame Gu is even bigger at 99 metres. By Maarten Janssen

Feadship Fountainhead in Saint Tropez

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/143811/image/large-b7b29cd6d59a3bb04b6eab06962d5496.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/143811">Fountainhead in the CaribbeanFountainhead was delivered in 2011 by Feadship. She is designed by De Voogt Naval Architects and she features an interior by Sinot Yacht Design and Axel Vervoordt. Fountainhead is a near sistership to Musashi, which we featured this week as our <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/37783">Superyacht of the Week</a>. At the time of her launch, Fountainhead, and her sistership Musashi were the largest Feadships ever launched. However, the recently launched hull 1004, project Dream, is even bigger at 99 metres.   By Maarten Janssen, photo by Benoit Donne

Superyacht Fountainhead in the Caribbean

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/143515/image/large-d4db2c69e176a65177956e9d536a3350.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/143515">Superyacht Eclipse and Rising Sun in St BarthsUntil last week, superyacht Eclipse held the title of being the world's largest yacht. Since the launch of Azzam on friday, she now holds the second place. The owner of Eclipse also owns two other large yachts, Sussurro, and Luna. Eclipse can accommodate up to 36 guests, and a crew of 100. Some of her features include a swimming pool on the main deck aft, covered by a glass ceiling, and a log burning fire table on the upper aft deck. At anchor just behind her is the 138 metre Rising Sun. Rising Sun was delivered in 2004 and was one of the last creations of superyacht design legend Jon Bannenberg. She was built for an experienced owner, Larry Ellison, who now owns the 88 metre Musashi, a simular looking yacht, built at Feadship in 2011. Four MTU diesel engines and quadruple screw propel the yacht up to an impressive speed of 28 knots. By Maarten Janssen, photo by Benoit Donne

The 162.5 metre Eclipse and the 138 metre Rising Sun side by side

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141555/image/large-c5f2f66db03d4f20429d7e753b1d2d15.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141555">The superyacht Musashi at anchor The 88 <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104">Musashi</a> was the second yacht launched in Feadship's XL program, following the yard's first launch, the highly private <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/18">Ocean Victory</a>. Musashi was built for an experienced yachtsman who previously owned <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237">Rising Sun</a>, the 138 metre Lürssen. You can cleraly see elements of that much larger yacht in Musashi. Inside, interior designer Sinot combined comfort with optimal user-friendliness, and combined the refined lines from Japanese Design with elements from Art Deco. Musashi was featured as our <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/37783">Superyacht of the Week</a> last year. The yard also launched a sistership to Musashi, named Fountainhead. Although the yachts are pretty much identical, there are some differences which can help you keep the two apart. For example, Musashi has teak furniture on her aft deck, whilst <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502">Fountainhead</a> has white coloured furniture, and Musashi's tenders have a more classic look, compared to Fountainhead's modern black tenders.By Maarten Janssen, photo by Frank Behrends

The 88 metre superyacht Musashi

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/140803/image/large-0fbd06a62e1082013017d84755ca470f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140803">The superyacht Musashi at anchor The 88 <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104">Musashi</a> was the second yacht launched in Feadship's XL program. She was built for an experienced yachtsman who previously owned an ever larger yacht, and many elements of the owner's previous yachts can be found on board Musashi. The yard also launched Musashi's sistership, christened Fountainhead.  Inside, interior designer Sinot combined comfort with optimal user-friendliness, and combined the refined lines from Japanese Design with elements from Art Deco. Musashi was featured as our <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/37783">Superyacht of the Week</a> last year.By Maarten Janssen, photo by Christo303

The 88 metre Feadship Musashi at anchor

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/140719/image/large-eed4be8770a3952dbc55d38e436a6844.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140719">Lürssen’s Rising Sun at anchor in CapriThe 138 metre Lürssen superyacht <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237">Rising Sun</a>, seen here in Capri, was delivered in 2004 and was one of the last creations of superyacht design legend Jon Bannenberg. She was built for an experienced owner, Larry Ellison, who now owns the 88 metre Musashi, a simular looking yacht, built at Feadship in 2011. Rising Sun was sold to David Geffen late 2010. Four MTU diesel engines and quadruple screw propel the yacht up to an impressive speed of 28 knots. You can get an idea of what Rising Sun looks like inside, by having a look at the <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/37783">article we did on Musashi</a>, their interior styles are very similar looking.By Maarten Janssen, photo by Conny Vuotto

The 138 metre Lürssen superyacht Rising Sun in Capri

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/140026/image/large-cc5e9d589a59dce526020a8503561e65.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140026">Lürssen’s Rising Sun at anchorThe 138 metre Lürssen superyacht <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237">Rising Sun</a> was delivered in 2004 and was one of the last creations of superyacht design legend Jon Bannenberg. She was built for an experienced owner, Larry Ellison, who now owns the 88 metre Musashi, a simular looking yacht, built at Feadship in 2011. Rising Sun was sold to David Geffen late 2010. Four MTU diesel engines and quadruple screw propel the yacht up to an impressive speed of 28 knots. To give you a sense of her size, the two open hatches coming out onto her bathing platform, are over two metres high.By Maarten Janssen, photo by Benoit Donne

The 138 metre superyacht Rising Sun at anchor

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137706/image/large-780cd0e7b9d8d736736cea3b4f6efc2c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137706">Fountainhead in MontenegroFountainhead was delivered in 2011 by Feadship Koninklijke De Vries Makkum. She is designed by De Voogt Naval Architects and she features an interior by Sinot Yacht Design and Axel Vervoordt. Fountainhead is a near sistership to Musashi, which we featured this week as our <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/37783">Superyacht of the Week</a>. To date both Mushashi and Fountainhead are the largest Feadship superyachts ever built, but Feadship has currently two larger yachts in-build; the 99 metre XL 1004 and Royal Van Lent has a contract for a 101.50 metre superyacht. By Maarten Janssen

Feadship superyacht Fountainhead in Montenegro

Every now and then, one comes across a superyacht that instantly catches the eye. Such is the case with Musashi, her exterior quickly fascinates an onlooker with her looks, which are robustly strong yet elegantly gracious at the same time. With an excellent pedigree, coming from the Feadship stables, and exterior and interior design by acclaimed Dutch design agency Sinot Yacht Design, Musashi promises to be a superyacht nothing short of excellence. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137640/image/large-162dcba410f27a2a5c1ceda0ee9aac48.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137640">Taking her name from one of the most famous samurais in Japanese history, this thoroughbred superyacht reflects one of her namesake's most unique qualities. Miyamoto Musashi not only was a highly skilled swordsman, even a sword saint, but he wisely also believed in the necessity to excel in fields such as sculpting and writing. Hence, the name Musashi stands for strength balanced with delicacy.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137641/image/large-46c5e9cd406bc7c507aeae04d2c3fcb4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137641">As light and eye-catching as her exterior may be, as with all good design there is more to Musashi than meets the eye. With an LOA just shy of 88 metres, she embodies a unique style that is a direct result of the combined efforts between the highly skilled teams of De Voogt and Sinot. This uniqueness is what makes her instantly fascinating, combining a delightful sense of openness and a more subtle closeness within lines that are masculine and firm.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137642/image/large-82c7158610b17a49b44fc611737bbe42.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137642">The yacht is all about detail. Sinot did not only create the entire guest interior, exterior and every piece of furniture, but also handpicked all of the loose item, such as the yacht’s porcelain and cutlery.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137643/image/large-5c4d92a268aafbe9cc2529629985abb5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137643">A key concept for the development of this vessel, was to provide both sublime luxury and privacy to the owner and his family and guests. One of many examples of this concept, is the application of exceptionally large windows, which create a luxurious inside-out feeling or provide a more intimate setting, if and when required.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137644/image/large-6826461ac8061b3a71e72fe7947e360f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137644">As Sander Sinot points out, “the large windows flood the Musashi's interior spaces with abundant natural light.” This delicate sense of openness is enhanced by the long external walkways, allowing guests to seemingly seamlessly flow from inside to outside without ever losing that transcending sense of spaciousness. On Musashi, space is all around, whenever you want it to be.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137645/image/large-c6822f851a1f0068a894fef2c5dca4bd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137645">A splendid eye for detail can be seen throughout the superyacht's decks, both inside and out. One key element of design at this level, is the way this attention for detail strives for perfection on the one hand, while on the other there is no addition of any purposeless details.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137646/image/large-94bf3c3a09a83d83b08c6603f5dbb26a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137646">The grand windows guarantee ample amounts of natural light throughout Musashi's interiors. Combining comfort with optimal user-friendliness, the interior designers combined the refined lines from Japanese Design with elements from Art Deco. This, combined with fully custom designed furnishings and the application of the finest of materials, resulted in an interior design that is as remarkable as are her external features.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137647/image/large-cb10d23520a9d16e57ae13b922fb8350.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137647"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137648/image/large-42258e1450abfe82c732c109c53e695f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137648">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137649/image/large-c7860d413694502913a40db52e61aacd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137649">With the tranquil atmosphere that defines the entire yacht, special attention was paid to the design of the Owner's private quarters. With an intimate ambiance set in luxury and finesse, high quality materials were selected to create a design that transcends the mere materials and combines them, to form a homely and vibrant personal dwelling for the Owner.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137650/image/large-7a37838c0b79d77361ac12df66079236.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137650">With clean lines, the occasional subtly rounded edge, a refined lighting scheme and a colour palette that is based on natural anigree wood, creamy silks and stainless steal, the Owner's staterooms (both on the bridge and upper deck) feel grand yet modest, something characteristic that can be experienced throughout the whole of Musashi's appearance. Sander Sinot tells us that designers “strove to create an intimate, homely atmosphere where the owner could retreat.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137651/image/large-17613b1b6bae79994e071372b0e416f5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137651"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137652/image/large-46a614d9c807c2234c4ef94b68bb0168.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137652">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137653/image/large-6b38d5fb4ccce50539db078f1388e90a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137653">As for special features, this vessel offers plenty. The spacious upper-deck lounge is one of these, with the ability to accommodate a company of up to 18 guests, this area shows a darker, more intimate and richer character with generously sized, custom designed furniture. Comfort was constantly kept in mind, with the furniture being extremely comfortable despite their geometrical shape. With a grand dining table, various lush seating arrangements, dramatically large windows around, this space, like so many others on board, oozes stylish comfort from every pore. Effortlessly flowing from inside to the aft deck, al fresco dining, cocktails and lounging are just some of countless possibilities to be enjoyed here, submerged in homely privacy.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137654/image/large-c9b644a9d170ff180c9ac8dde1fdfa6e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137654">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137655/image/large-cdcb753224137ea886c8bb850864c0e9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137655">Connecting all decks internally, the central hallway offers a memorable feature with a stairway consisting of steps made out of several layers of compressed glass encompassed by a stainless steel casing. High levels of transparency were maintained throughout these spaces, despite the glass elevator by Lift-Emotion spanning three decks. On a vessel like this, it undoubtedly evokes great anticipation to discover where those steps might lead you next.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137656/image/large-e188ede3dfb87397fda44ff033d5e711.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137656">Perhaps it might be the cinema lounge, which is fully equipped and offers a sublime audiovisual experience for guests, with double loungers that can excellently be used as daybeds when this area serves as a lounge.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137657/image/large-d407be2d79e1f94bd7a4452475192887.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137657">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137658/image/large-b80b811fa8052fd0e30277c8f48d9323.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137658"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137659/image/large-68fa83a1774c4b87ae94bd58adbf996d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137659">     <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137660/image/large-8f74f8c2bc1cdd61249b1ba5167e89c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137660">Every guest cabin on board is about comfort, with space and daylight as top priorities. Designed in Musashi's signature style of tranquillity and luxury, these staterooms offer oversized beds, large en suite bathrooms and such amenities like 65-inch television screens. As with all of Musashi's spaces, exceptional levels of detail are the key to success in these luxurious guest cabins that offer rest and relaxation for every guest on board. For each spacious bathroom, a simple motto seemed to have been sufficient for the design process, namely 'bathing'. Not only bathing in the most conventional sense, but also bathing in natural light, space and, more importantly, bathing in luxury. With a rich application of light woods and delicate lighting, Musashi transforms bathing into an art form. Combined with a fully equipped sauna, spa and gym area, one might find it easy to forget that the outside has so much to offer as well.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137661/image/large-0f648986fdfa7340270739cf3463ed67.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137661">Externally, Musashi's sharply yet delicately designed decks offers guests a splendour of space. The main aft deck offers a grand external storage for the vessel's two large tenders. The upper aft deck supplies guests with ample opportunity for lounging and al fresco dining. Fore, a generously sized cockpit assures guests the possibilities of relishing the surroundings; space, views, a breeze and the sun. And for cooling down, a large Jacuzzi, also one of the yacht's notable pinnacles of design and craftsmanship, can be found on the sun deck, along with sunbeds an vista views that will take your breath away.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137662/image/large-a952591f2e3ee743d8011774e024de6f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137662">In short, Musashi is a superyacht that puts the emphasis on super.Sinot Yacht Design +31 (0)35 539 53 80 <a href="mailto:info@sinot.com?subject=Feadship%20Helix%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@sinot.com</a> <a href="http://www.sinot.com/" target="_blank">www.sinot.com</a>Feadship +31 23 524 7000 <a href="mailto:info@feadship.nl?subject=Feadship%20Helix%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@feadship.nl</a> <a href="http://www.feadship.nl/" target="_blank">www.feadship.nl</a>By Jochem Kaan, photos courtesy of Sinot Yacht Design

Superyacht of the week; World Premiere of 88 metre Musashi

Feadship is performing better than ever. This year to date the world’s number one luxury motoryacht brand has launched six superyachts with a total length of 450 metres (that’s almost 1500 feet). <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/136735/image/large-4d62ad75b23ee81a9480ee17f49ad9f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/132150">Four out of the thirteen new entries in the top 100 are Feadships: Musashi and Fountainhead (each at 87.78 metres), Air (81 metres) and Tango (77.70 metres). <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/136736/image/large-45a6dca3391d3be1c10e64bd2be8ef4a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134938"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/136737/image/large-aad4e96ce07c63b3a083cc3ebc5d5b57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134939">With the current build portfolio, including the first Feadship to break the 100-metre barrier, the brand continues to lead the way worldwide in having built the largest number of superyachts in the 60 to 100-metre size range. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/136738/image/large-b9a5050a1f57752ac6ade50291d3c012.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/132663">Add in the other two launches by Feadship this year – the 63-metre Lady Britt and the new F45 Helix – and no other yard has delivered such a combined length of superyachts in 2011. This record-breaking performance means that the Feadship directors and managers will be attending the Monaco and Fort Lauderdale boat shows in great spirits. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/136739/image/large-6239ae88c7b4a5db8754bf9e2372835a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134883">“The current trend at Feadship illustrates that our clients are very confident in ordering large yachts with us”, says Feadship’s marketing manager Francis Vermeer. “In addition to the 101-metre build, there are several ‘XL’ Feadships contracted, ranging in length from 78 to 99 metres. The Feadship order book remains very strong as we continue to set the benchmark of premium quality.” <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/136740/image/large-f31e925d613423afb68520563d13a0b2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/136740">In addition to extra-large fully-custom projects, Feadship also serves those looking for Feadship perfection in medium size. Two examples – 45m Helix and 39m Go – will be on display at the Monaco and Fort Lauderdale shows. Lady Britt will also be present in Monaco, available for viewing on an exclusive appointment-only basis. “The wide diversity of projects over the last year proves once again the broad interest in the Feadship portfolio,” adds Vermeer. “From medium custom-series yachts to giant fully custom Feadships, our range caters for all preferences.” <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/136741/image/large-ebedbd5df23e5f9446287e3ebf08bb80.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/135725">The Monaco Yacht Show will also feature the unveiling of the sixth Future Concept Feadship Qi, plus highly impressive models of Air and Tango. Interested parties are invited to contact Feadship to arrange a meeting at stand QT3 on the central T-jetty.Feadship +31 23 524 7000 <a href="mailto:info@feadship.nl?subject=Feadship%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@feadship.nl</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.feadship.nl/">www.feadship.nl</a>

Size does matter as records tumble at Feadship

Today, the Feadship Koninklijke De Vries delivered the third Feadship of the month, Fountainhead. Earlier this month the 81 metre Air, and of 87.77 metre Musashi were delivered to their owners. Fountainhead was designed by De Voogt Naval Architects and she features an interior by Sinot Yacht Design and Axel Vervoordt. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/135792/image/large-6ac1fdd492e6fadb32027235b2ac2126.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/135792">Built at Feadship Koninklijke De Vries Makkum, Fountainhead is a near sistership to Musashi. To date both Mushashi and Fountainhead are the largest Feadship superyachts ever built, but Feadship has currently two larger yachts in-build; the 99 metre XL 1004 and Royal Van Lent has a contract for a 101.50 metre superyacht. Feadship +31 23 524 7000 <a href="mailto:info@feadship.nl?subject=Feadship%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@feadship.nl</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.feadship.nl/">www.feadship.nl</a> By Maarten Janssen

Feadship Koninklijke De Vries delivers superyacht Fountainhead

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/135753/image/large-3d2b5f65d5e8e113bff1c917acb6c05d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/135753">The new superyacht Musashi on her maiden voyage The 88 <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104">Musashi</a> was launched 11 months ago at the Feadship De Vries Makkum facility, and was the second yacht launched in Feadship's XL program. She was built for an experienced yachtsman who previously owned an ever larger yacht, and many elements of the owner's previous yachts can be found on board Musashi. On May 2nd of this year, the yard launched Musashi's sistership, christened Fountainhead. To date both Mushashi and <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1502">Fountainhead</a> are the largest Feadship superyachts ever built, but Feadship has currently two larger yachts in-build; the 99 metre XL <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2074">1004</a> and Royal Van Lent has a contract for a <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3765">101.50 metre superyacht</a>. By Maarten Janssen, photo by Giovanni Romero

Superyacht Musashi on her maiden voyage

Early this morning the Feadship Koninklijke De Vries shipyard in Makkum, launched the third Feadship XL named Fountainhead. The 87.77 metre motor yacht was designed by De Voogt Naval Architects and she features an interior by Sinot Yacht Design. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/134881/image/large-192b67445eeb46e6db827c404c1892fe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134881"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/134882/image/large-bbd8eafda3df91f5b9ef73c03324bee8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134882">Feadship Koninklijke De Vries Makkum launched their first XL superyacht, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/18">Ocean Victory</a>, in October 2008 and the second superyacht, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104">Musashi</a>, was launched in August 2010. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/134883/image/large-6140f99ed619068d11453a30b1a27cb9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134883"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/134884/image/large-b34a1579fe62f1e09519a7a3f82e9c3c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134884">The XL 1003 Fountainhead is a near sistership to Musashi. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/134885/image/large-b43ef98199b86f24c43715a32066c8cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134885"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/134886/image/large-60965816714e46af97504bc1656c6c50.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/134886">To date both Mushashi and Fountainhead are the largest Feadship superyachts ever built, but Feadship has currently two larger yachts in-build; the 99 metre XL 1004 and Royal Van Lent has a contract for a 101.50 metre superyacht. Feadship +31 23 524 7000 <a href="mailto:info@feadship.nl?subject=Feadship%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@feadship.nl</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.feadship.nl/">www.feadship.nl</a> By Merijn de Waard

Feadship launch 88m superyacht Fountainhead

In 2004 the German Lürssen shipyard launched one of the largest superyachts in the world, the 138-metre Jon Bannenberg designed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.0m (452'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a>. She was commissioned by well-known yachtsman Larry Ellison and nearly 4 years ago David Geffen joined Larry Ellison as co-owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rising Sun138.0m (452'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2004">Rising Sun</a>. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/32787/image/large-f19680d7dcb785600d9974d6555e10e5.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/32787">On behalf of the owner, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/322" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Merle Wood &amp; Associates, Inc. (Company)">Merle Wood &amp; Associates</a> have now informed SuperYachtTimes.com that David Geffen has bought the remaining shares of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Rising Sun</a> from Larry Ellison and he is now the sole owner of the superyacht.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/35064/image/large-97cd99c6fff12b98ab207ecaafbbfbe5.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/35064"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/237" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Rising Sun</a> is currently back at the Lürssen shipyard in Germany where she is undergoing some modifications and Larry Ellison will soon take delivery of his new 88-metre superyacht. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/31117/image/large-d3496256fc9f1b551a3e5178aba310ca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31117">

David Geffen now sole owner of 138 metre superyacht Rising Sun

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/132513/image/large-4d2c247342f624477238ff96f8f97e1a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/132513">Superyacht Ecstasea cruising off GreeceWith her length of 85.95 metres <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/234">Ecstasea</a> has been the largest Feadship ever build since her launch in 2004. However with the recent launch of the 87.78 metre <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104">Musashi</a> (Project 1002) by Feadship Koninklijke De Vries in Makkum, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/234">Ecstasea</a> will lose her title as the largest Feadship. With an even larger Feadship under construction, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104">Musashi</a> is set to lose her title as well in the next few years. Superyacht <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/234">Ecstasea</a>, designed by Terence Disdale, was sold last year to her current owners and she is pictured her cruising in Greece in July 2010.By Merijn de Waard &amp; Photo by Benoit Donne

Superyacht Ecstasea cruising off Greece

Photo and text by Maarten JanssenThis morning the second Feadship XL, the 88 Musashi was launched the De Vries Makkum facility. She is the second yacht in Feadship's XL program, the first yacht was Ocean Victory. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/132150/image/large-ff4ab630e10f0bf052287666da2e35dc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/132150">The hull of <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/104">Musashi</a> was built by Feadship’s dedicated hull-building facility in Papendrecht (NL), and was delivered to Makkum for outfitting. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/132151/image/large-50340e1fd334bf52fedf2cb79ae877f0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/132151"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/132152/image/large-9e0ee219779501748914f1f10731b26b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/132152"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/132153/image/large-3be0dd8d73b2a84981596c7d272b443a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/132153">Musashi is the largest Feadship ever built.