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Nourah of Riyad yacht in refit at Spanopoulos yard Perama

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Nourah of Riyad in Capri

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Over a week after the 70-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/505" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nourah of Riyad70.0m (229'8&quot;)Yachtley2008">Nourah of Riyad</a> capsized near Athens during a haul-out procedure for routine maintenance, local services this week managed to refloat and stabilise the vessel in Perama where the damage will now be assessed.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaYg93mfiwj0YNvjRkE0XoQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Display image by Arxipelagos.gr</a><iframe width="710" height="390" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Cba6muDC4oM" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe>The cause of the incident that took place on 8 March 2020 is still unclear but it is known that no marine pollution was reported as a result, neither were any personal injuries. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/505" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nourah of Riyad70.0m (229'8&quot;)Yachtley2008">Nourah of Riyad</a> has now been moved to an adjacent dock where investigational and repair work will get underway.&nbsp;The Middle Eastern-owned superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/505" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nourah of Riyad70.0m (229'8&quot;)Yachtley2008">Nourah of Riyad</a> was completed in 2008 by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/487" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtley (Company)">Yachtley</a> shipyard in Turkey with interior and exterior design by designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/41" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Donald Starkey Designs (Company)">Donald Starkey</a>. In 2012 the vessel was extended by five metres to her current length of 70 metres which included a new beach club area at her stern while her sundeck was also modified with a new forward-facing observation lounge.&nbsp;

Video of capsized Norah of Riyad refloated

Watch as the 70-metre semi-sunk Noarah of Riyad was refloated this week by local services in Perama near Athens, Greece.

Watch: Capsized Nourah of Riyad refloated in Athens

The Middle Eastern owned superyacht Nourah of Riyad was completed in 2008 by the Yachtley shipyard in Turkey with interior and exterior design by well known superyacht designer Donald Starkey. In May her original builder refitted and lengthened her by 5 metres to 70 metres.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/140741/image/large-dd8538e1a7f2dc3a238c5b22d0e28c0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/140741">After (above) and before (below) the major refit<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/140742/image/large-df3c080bdd43f563458ffc9c8f11033b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130824">The extra space was used to create a beach club and a large swimming platform. Her sundeck was also modified, and an extra forward facing observation saloon was created. The two photos show the before and after profile of the yacht.Nourah of Riyad has a steel hull with an aluminum superstructure and was built to American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), 100 A1 Commercial Yachting Service AMS, Cayman Islands MCA, and UK MCA Code of Practice for Safety of Large Commercial Sailing and Motor Vessels Standards. Yachtley +90 262 341 43 84 <a href="mailto:info@yachtley.com?subject=MY%20Nourah%20of%20Riyad%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@yachtley.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.yachtley.com/">www.yachtley.com</a> By Maarten Janssen

Superyacht Nourah of Riyad lengthened to 70 metres

In May 2008, and with great anticipation, Nourah of Riyad left her dry dock and entered the waters of Izmit Bay for the first time, making her the largest superyacht launched in Turkey. Both her plush interiors and crisp exteriors were designed by Donald Starkey. Yachtley engineers and craftsmen were her builders and architects. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130824/image/large-a1dc94693a3657864dd01ba27a35de1b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130824"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130825/image/large-076132162df56f874fff791533039ad5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130825"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130826/image/large-6913119547615fa8341f7cf04a41f15b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130826"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/505">Nourah of Riyad</a> has a steel hull with an aluminum superstructure and was built to American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), 100 A1 Commercial Yachting Service AMS, Cayman Islands MCA, and UK MCA Code of Practice for Safety of Large Commercial Sailing and Motor Vessels Standards. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130827/image/large-96adcabf37bd0dbaf1a3612b8866a80c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130827"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130828/image/large-5dbdd197788935c857ec51955883fb95.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130828">With twin 3516 C 3150 HP Caterpillar diesel engines, this superyacht can achieve a top speed of 19 knots and a sustainable cruising speed of 16 knots. Power is provided by three C9 Caterpillar diesel generators rated at 175kWh each and one backup diesel generator rated at 150 kWh. With more than 57,000 gallons of fuel onboard, she has a range in excess of 6000 nautical miles when cruising at 14 knots. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130829/image/large-fb2b090175cb6f66362917e466d2b331.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130829"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130830/image/large-a05bece854bf40f1b4cd67777d63e3a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130830">Other specifics about this superyacht includes a water storage capacity of more than 14,000 gallons and two reverse osmosis watermakers, complete with sand filters, capable to produce a total of 13,000 gallons/day. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130831/image/large-222d8399e51e24190d0e4cfd5833b796.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130831">The Main Deck of features the main entrance foyer, owner’s suite, custom theatre, and main saloon. The foyer sets the contemporary theme that runs throughout the <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/505">Nourah of Riyad</a>, for her owner and their guests, with shades of natural colors and materials, marble floors and exotic wood panelled bulkheads that lead to the main saloon and an onboard elevator providing immediate access to the other decks. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130832/image/large-e1b18cebb095b276bb1f2c67c8c9c1f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130832"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130833/image/large-5707272259145bc433091ac8e333101f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130833"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130834/image/large-e368dc61b9dd73049be760be0f3e6199.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130834">From the foyer we pass through foot-activated sliding doors into the main saloon. The main saloon maintains this superyacht’s contemporary themes with a multi-level overhead arranged in a distinct decorative pattern and is fully carpeted. This space has integrated indirect lighting with special care taken to ensure that the lighting could not be seen through reflection. The main saloon also features built-in seating and loose furniture arranged in a majalis style, including a gaming table sized for six. There are also built-in cabinetry housing the audio and video equipment, that includes a large LCD and plasma televisions. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130835/image/large-707d9e65040e7bd4ee4e4b7218033386.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130835"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130836/image/large-274c5ff08ba8d19ff6bb9a37c04c345b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130836">Moving forward on the main deck are two his and her owner suites, with attached walk-in dressing rooms. The suites offer spectacular panoramic views from port or starboard sides, oversized king-sized beds, and electronically controlled adjustable bed frames. Columned headboards are upholstered wih lacquered panels. Each suite features built-in cabinetry that conceals well-equipped entertainment systems. For privacy, electronically-operated screens and curtains have been installed for all the windows. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130837/image/large-c0be3b9ff92c5bba5beed7b309d09a80.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130837">Attached to the dressing rooms, through sliding doors, are the his and hers luxury baths. The starboard bath includes a steam shower and sculptured marble vanity. The port-side bath features a shower and separate bathtub and a second sculptured marble vanity. Special attention was given to air flow in the Owner’s suites, to ensure that dry air is always moving from the suite into the bathrooms areas, from where air will be continuously extracted, to avoid unwanted drafting. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130838/image/large-cad0db6f64ae0a562dbb185dc1b7597b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130838">The owner’s private area also features a dedicated lounge that spans the full width of this superyacht, offering forward-looking panoramic views, comfortable seating, and a well equipped entertainment system. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130839/image/large-b70bb97b5e438112a2eb5c5046f4f411.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130839">On the main deck starboard side, separate from the main saloon, is a purpose built private theatre with seating for nine. Included in the theatre are an impressive audio/video system, a raised overhead, small refrigerator, and icemaker. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130840/image/large-dc468ea3fb25e7830f2e2fc88fa29adf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130840"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130841/image/large-9d2d2344f61dcfd00866e72c69babe4d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130841">Moving to the Lower Deck there are six guest suites. Each suite is finished with its own unique interior design. Suites are fitted with either a king-sized bed or two extra wide single beds. Bulkheads have mahogany paneling and veneers, lacquered fabrics, padded leather, and other specialty details. Built-in cabinetry is accentuated with gold-plated or hand-painted fixtures. Windows have electrically controlled shades and curtains. Each suite has programmable indirect lighting made by Savage Marine. Additionally, each suite has its own bath with Hoesch whirlpool baths and made with materials such as Granite, marble and Corian and have gold-plated fixtures made by Serdanelli Princess. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130842/image/large-ec7b9aa3c6afaaceef546c20c2967f91.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130842"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130843/image/large-b4e4852a98c50306c3d2ea92a2bd779a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130843"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/130844/image/large-4eea2d639d0d79dc0660f900ad8e5bce.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130844">Moving to the Upper and Sun Decks, this superyacht’s main features include a formal dining room for seating for 24 people comfortably. The multi-leveled overhead, over the dining tables, there is a painted scene with fiber optic lighting. An atrium staircase provides access to the Sun Deck. Yachtley +90 262 341 43 84 <a href="mailto:info@yachtley.com?subject=MY%20Nourah%20of%20Riyad%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">info@yachtley.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.yachtley.com">www.yachtley.com</a> The images used in this article are copyright protected. They may not be used without written authorization by the copyright holder. Suspected violation will be reported.Photos by Marc Paris Text by SuperYachtTimes.com

SuperYacht of the week: Nourah of Riyad 

<img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/130376/image/large-c25f2831ce9c0e7f854ffab7f1bf0818.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/130376" class="legacy">Superyacht Nourah of Riyad&nbsp;off Saint TropezThe Arabian owned superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/505" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Nourah of Riyad</a> pictured off Saint Tropez during the Summer of 2009. The 65 metre luxury yacht was completed in 2008 by the Yachtley shipyard in Turkey with interior and exterior design by well known superyacht designer Donald Starkey. Like the owners previous yacht, the 43.65 metre CRN <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/731" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Bella Stella</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/505" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Nourah of Riyad</a> is also based in the South of France.

Superyacht Nourah of Riyad off Saint Tropez

<a></a>After years of hard work the Yay Gemi Yapim Shipyard in Kocaeli launched their first superyacht on Sunday 11 May 2008. Christened Nourah of Riyad, the yacht was transported from her building shed to the floating dock. On Monday late in the afternoon the big moment was there, as the floating dock was slowly lowered and Nourah of Riyad hit the water for the first time. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/124702/image/large-385e91c764be124b8e5b0342436c6694.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/124702"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/124703/image/large-762f6501b49ba878a1ee8aebf4996601.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/124703"> Both the interior and exterior of Nourah of Riyad were designed by Donald Starkey and the engineers of Yay Gemi Yapim provided all technical drawings. She has a steel hull with aluminium superstructure and is build to American Bureau of Shipping and MCA rules. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/124704/image/large-7efa8bac5d35a6e37cebfc2fa464b414.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/124704"> Twin 3150HP Caterpillar engines enable the yacht to achieve a top speed of 19 knots and a cruise speed of 16.5 knots. Enough fuel is carried onboard to provide a range in excess of 5000nm. When finished over the next few weeks, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/505">Nourah of Riyad</a> will set sail to the South of France.By Merijn de Waard

Exclusive: Yay Gemi Yapim launches the 65m Nourah of Riyad

In late 2005 Yay Gemi Yapim was established in Kocaeli, Turkey. Their aim is to be one of the main players in the construction of large yachts and shortly after the company was established they signed a contract for a 65 metre superyacht, Nourah of Riyad. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/124128/image/large-8a236e4f5a7c8d4628697b41a672495c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/124128">Both the interior and exterior of <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/505">Nourah of Riyad</a> are designed by Donald Starkey and the engineers of Yay Gemi Yapim are providing all technical drawings. She will have a steel hull with aluminium superstructure and she is build to American Bureau of Shipping and MCA rules. Twin 3150HP Caterpillar diesels enable the yacht to achieve a top speed of 19 knots and a cruise speed of 16.5 knots. Enough fuel is carried onboard to provide a range in excess of 5000nm. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/124129/image/large-1ed9f4b6af1cf3f28bb47e8e2a3fffb5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/124129">Nourah of Riyad is scheduled to launch in April of this year and most likely her Arabian owner will base the yacht, like his previous 43m CRN, in Port Pierre Canto of Cannes. By Merijn de Waard