<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261757/image/large-e4085677584ba1464f9556ab781f04a6.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261757">Currently docked in Saint Thomas, one of the Virgin Islands in the Caribbean Sea, is the 80-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Excellence80.0m (262'6&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2019">Excellence</a>. Launched in 2019 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> at their Lemwerder shipyard in Germany, the 2,115 GT futuristic superyacht features both exterior and interior design by UK-based designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a> who created a hyper-modern exterior with curved lines and the extensive use of reflective glass.Onboard, up to 14 overnight guests can spend their time making use of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Excellence80.0m (262'6&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2019">Excellence</a>'s luxuries such as a large counter-current swimming pool on the main deck aft, a Jacuzzi on the owner’s deck aft and a nine-seat cinema. Powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> 12V 4000 M65R diesel engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Excellence80.0m (262'6&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2019">Excellence</a> can cruise comfortably at 14 knots and reach a maximum speed of 17 knots. For a full tour of the yacht’s features read our <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/50761" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="On board Abeking's superyacht spaceship: the 80m Excellence (2019-12-17 09:00:00 +0100)">onboard article here</a>.

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The 80m superyacht Excellence, built by Abeking & Rasmussen, is seen here docked in Saint Thomas.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262442/image/large-507c68d12147c3219e5301f66cdd2e97.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262442">Currently docked in the Wiltonhaven, a port in Schiedam, the Netherlands, is the 87.1-metre research vessel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="OceanXplorer 187.1m (285'9&quot;)Freire Shipyard2010">OceanXplorer 1</a>. Built in 2010 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1732" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Freire Shipyard (Company)">Freire Shipyard</a>, she started life as Volstad Surveyor and spent two years – between 2018 and 2020 – being transformed into a sophisticated research vessel by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Shiprepair & Conversion (Company)">Damen Shiprepair &amp; Conversion</a>. She is now the world’s most advanced research vessel.“The ship <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="OceanXplorer 187.1m (285'9&quot;)Freire Shipyard2010">OceanXplorer 1</a> will take ocean explorers to never-before-seen undersea worlds and allow them to beam back what they encounter via social media, digital experiences, and a TV show,” Ray Dalio, co-Founder of OceanX and President of Dalio Philanthropies, previously sald. This is made possible thanks to the vessel’s two custom <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triton (Company)">Triton</a> manned submarines, which are capabile to dive over 1,000 metres. She also features an ROV and Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) that can be operated at 6,000 metres below sea level. Take a closer look onboard the expedition yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51820" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="OceanXplorer: Inside the world’s most advanced research vessel (2020-09-24 14:00:00 +0200)">here</a>.

Research vessel OceanXplorer 1 in Schiedam

The 87m research vessel OceanXplorer 1 is seen here docked in the Wiltonhaven, Schiedam.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262283/image/large-3975edd286eb6c8b058355da9b6172cb.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262283">Spotted last month docked in the port of Málaga, Spain, is the 39-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2733" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Don Chris39.0m (127'11&quot;)Barka Shipyard2010">Don Chris</a>. Delivered by the Turkish shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barka Shipyard (Company)">Barka</a> in 2010, the steel hulled traditional gulet features naval architecture by her builder while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1268" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mastori Yachts (Company)">Mastori Yachts</a> was responsible for her exterior design. Onboard, the 221 GT sailing yacht can accommodate up to 10 guests in five staterooms taken care of by a crew of six.

Sailing yacht Don Chris in Málaga

The 39m sailing yacht Don Chris, built by Barka, is seen here docked in Málaga, Spain.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262006/image/large-edacec7d42cd4d7c0cd23950ea2e733b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262006">Spotted last Thursday leaving Port Vell in Barcelona on her way to Port Hercule in Monaco, is the 93-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6204" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady S93.0m (305'1&quot;)Feadship2019">Lady S</a>. With a volume of nearly 3,000 GT, she was built by the Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> and delivered in April 2019. Featuring an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/25" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Michael Leach Design Ltd. (Company)">Michael Leach</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6204" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady S93.0m (305'1&quot;)Feadship2019">Lady S</a> was built for an experienced owner who worked closely with interior designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/56" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reymond Langton Design Ltd. (Company)">Reymond Langton</a> on the build. Onboard, she features many notable details, including white and crystal chandeliers and the first IMAX Dolby cinema to be installed on a yacht. Described by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/56" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reymond Langton Design Ltd. (Company)">Langton</a> as a “contemporary jewellery box”, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6204" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady S93.0m (305'1&quot;)Feadship2019">Lady S</a> also includes a multi-sport outdoor area and a large swimming pool, a commercially-rated helicopter landing pad that can also serve as a multifunctional entertainment space, a beach club with hammam and an ice plunge pool, as well as two fire pits. The yacht, which is available for charter, can accommodate up to 12 guests and 29 crew.

93m superyacht Lady S in Barcelona

The 93m superyacht Lady S, built by Feadship, is seen here cruising off Port Vell in Barcelona.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261742/image/large-7a6cfa783ff6eafbdbc4d2981a913448.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261742">Spotted last Monday arriving in Gibraltar following her maiden voyage, is the 146-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8520" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Opera146.35m (480'2&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Opera</a>. Launched in October 2022 as the sixth largest superyacht built by the German shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, she has an impressive volume of 12,518 GT and features both exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Terence Disdale Design (Company)">Terence Disdale Design</a>, while her builder penned her naval architecture. Her special features onboard include two helipads: one on her foredeck and the second aft, two swimming pools and an expansive beach club.

146m superyacht Opera in Gibraltar

The 146m superyacht Opera, built by Lürssen, is seen here cruising in Gibraltar.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261619/image/large-1c99029086840df28801421047095a55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261619">Seen here recently cruising off the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, is the 47.8-metre classic motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Um Hurair47.78m (156'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1970">Um Hurair</a>. Previously named Gulnev and delivered as Ilham II, the superyacht was launched in 1970 by the Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> and was one of the largest yachts in operation in the 1970s. Featuring naval architecture and exterior design by her builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Um Hurair47.78m (156'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1970">Um Hurair</a> can accommodate up to 13 guests in six luxurious staterooms onboard.&nbsp;In 2003, the yacht was hit by a devastating fire that almost destroyed the entire vessel. She was then rebuilt to her original state and returned to service in 2007. 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> 3412TA engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Um Hurair47.78m (156'9&quot;)Benetti SpA1970">Um Harair</a> has a top speed of 16 knots, a cruising speed of 12 knots and a range of 4,000 nautical miles.

Classic Benetti superyacht Um Hurair in Dubai

The 48m classic yacht Um Hurair, built by Benetti, is seen here cruising off the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261462/image/large-f8b2449c66099876d9428f159fe09dfe.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261462">Currently docked in the port of Gibraltar is the 55-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7216" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galene55.0m (180'5&quot;)Amels2020">Galene</a>. Delivered in 2020 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> Limited Edition 180 yacht series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7216" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galene55.0m (180'5&quot;)Amels2020">Galene</a> features naval architecture by her builder, sleek exterior lines by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tim Heywood Design Ltd. (Company)">Tim Heywood Design</a> and a light and contemporary interior designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/88" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Laura Sessa (Company)">Studio Laura Sessa</a>. Onboard, the 707 GT superyacht can accommodate up to 12 guests and 13 crew. Standout features include a large sun deck, a bar area and a large Jacuzzi. With her Greek name meaning serenity and tranquillity, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7216" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galene55.0m (180'5&quot;)Amels2020">Galene</a> can reach a transatlantic range of 4,500 nautical miles while cruising at 13 knots and reach a top speed of 15.5 knots. Take a closer look <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="How the interior lighting was chosen for the Amels Limited Edition superyacht Galene (2021-01-06 14:45:00 +0100)">onboard here</a>.

Amels superyacht Galene in Gibraltar

The 55m superyacht Galene, built by Amels, is seen here docked in Gibraltar.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261269/image/large-4ba650bc97d33abc51c1c81ce6510d87.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261269">Currently docked in Victoria, the capital and largest city of the Republic of Seychelles, is the 70-metre conversion superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/756" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Redemption70.0m (229'8&quot;)Neue Jadewerft GmbH1969">Redemption</a>. Previously named Felix, she was originally built by German shipbuilder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/604" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neue Jadewerft GmbH (Company)">Neue Jadewerft</a> in 1969 but was converted in 2007 into a luxury superyacht by the Taiwanese shipping company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/605" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jade Yachts (Company)">Jade Yachts</a>, under the supervision of Van Lent at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> in Spain. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/756" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Redemption70.0m (229'8&quot;)Neue Jadewerft GmbH1969">Redemption</a>'s naval architecture was designed by Dutch studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, and her conversion exterior lines were penned 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</a> while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a> was responsible for her interior. Onboard, the 1,622 GT superyacht can accommodate as many as 14 guests in seven staterooms. Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/756" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Redemption70.0m (229'8&quot;)Neue Jadewerft GmbH1969">Redemption</a> can reach a maximum speed of 14 knots and reach a transatlantic range of 8,400 nautical miles while cruising at 12 knots. Take a closer look <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53032" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The 70m conversion superyacht Felix has been sold (2021-05-27 09:15:00 +0200)">onboard here</a>.

70m superyacht Redemption in the Seychelles

The 70m superyacht Redemption, built by Neue Jadewerft GmbH, is seen here docked in the Seychelles.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261021/image/large-4511c376d1ce73bcb465082f25b6169c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261021">Spotted last summer docked in the Port of Saint-Tropez, is the 58-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3495" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Illusion V58.0m (190'3&quot;)Benetti SpA2014">Illusion V</a>. Delivered in 2014 by the Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>, she was created specifically with commercial charter use in mind. Previously named Illusion I, the 963 GT superyacht features naval architecture and an exterior design by her builder, while <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> was responsible for her contemporary interior. Onboard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3495" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Illusion V58.0m (190'3&quot;)Benetti SpA2014">Illusion V</a> can accommodate up to 12 guests in six luxurious staterooms, taken care of by a crew of 14. In terms of performance, the steel and aluminium superyacht sports twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> 3512 diesel engines of 1,876 horsepower each, allowing her to reach a top speed of 15 knots and cruise comfortably at 12 knots.

Benetti superyacht Illusion V in Saint-Tropez

The 58m superyacht Illusion V, built by Benetti, is seen here docked in Saint-Tropez, France.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260894/image/large-e6a8d9fbfc88d2c30eed42933a423145.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260894">Currently docked in front of her builder’s yard in Alblasserdam, the Netherlands, is the 109-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6705" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seven Seas109.0m (357'7&quot;)Oceanco2022">Seven Seas</a>. Previously known as Project Y720, she was delivered by the Dutch shipyard in 2022, and features an exterior and interior designed 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>, while her naval architecture was drawn up by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5009" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lateral Naval Architects (Company)">Lateral Naval Architects</a>. The 4,444 GT superyacht was completed with an advanced propulsion system onboard, developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5009" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lateral Naval Architects (Company)">Lateral Naval Architects</a>. In terms of performance, the steel and aluminium superyacht sports twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> 20V 4000 M73L diesel engines of 4,813 horsepower each, allowing her to reach a top speed of 20 knots.

Oceanco superyacht Seven Seas in Alblasserdam

The 109m superyacht Seven Seas, built by Oceanco, is seen here docked in Alblasserdam, the Netherlands.

Upon being acquired by an enthusiastic owner following a severe fire in 2016, the classic &nbsp;71-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> motor yacht, formerly, The One and Carinthia VI, has now been renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/674" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V2V71.05m (233'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1973">V2V</a> and has been rebuilt to exhibit her original <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/17" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bannenberg & Rowell Design (Company)">Bannenberg</a> lines, paying homage to her history and classical design. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262005/image/large-b479c33a41dbe5498bfc12ac23aab48d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262005"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/674" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V2V71.05m (233'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1973">V2V</a> was first launched in 1973 as Carinthia VI&nbsp;for the experienced owner duo and late &nbsp;German entrepreneur Helmut Horten and, in later years, his wife, Heidi. Carinthia VI&nbsp; (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/674" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V2V71.05m (233'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1973">V2V</a>) was praised for her outstanding design by Jon Bannenberg. While Helmut Horten passed away in 1987, Heidi held on to Carinthia VI until she sold it to an Italian owner in 2003, a year after taking delivery of the 97.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> Carinthia VII.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/42312/image/large-cfeef1509721d86e327ccd1fc97ea0aa.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/42312">The One (pictured before the rebuild) anchored off St Jean Cap Ferrat in 2006Compelling and ambiguous is the story behind the Hortens and their commissioned fleet. With the recent news of a rebuild for Carinthia VI&nbsp;the progressive timeline of the Carinthias is eloquently conveyed through the lens of SuperYacht Times yacht historian Malcolm Wood. &nbsp;Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/45429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Helmut and Heidi Horten: a fleet of Carinthias (2016-02-01 23:00:00 +0100)">Helmut and Heidi Horten: a fleet of Carinthias</a>The commissioning of the Carinthia yachts began more than 50 years ago, cruising the oceans of the world since the early 1960s. The details of the first two of the Carinthias fleet are obscure, though widely assumed to have consisted of smaller vessels for use on the &nbsp;Ruhr and Rhine rivers.&nbsp;Carinthia III, on the other hand, was Horten’s first real superyacht. Measuring 24.60 metres she was built by the French shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/548" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Chantier de L'Estérel (Company)">Chantiers Navals de l’Esterel&nbsp;</a>in 1961. She was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/549" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="André Mauric (Company)">André Mauric</a>, and was later sold and renamed twice; Brionie and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7635" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Venezuela 24.6m (80'9&quot;)Chantier de L'Estérel1961">Venezuela</a>. One thing all the Carinthia’s have in common is that they are all notably fast yachts and though Carinthia III&nbsp;was one of the slowest in the fleet, she still boasted a top speed of 23 knots. She was last reported to be in Greece in 2006.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/158208/image/large-77b059274290fe2e7df6bc0ea1be05cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/158208">Carinthia IV&nbsp;(pictured above) saw Horten upgrade in size by almost 18 metres to 42 metres, to a yacht that was also the fastest Carinthia with a top speed of 34 knots. Built by the same French shipyard as Carinthia III, she was completed in 1964, with Horten again assigning her design to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/549" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="André Mauric (Company)">Mauric</a>, this time in collaboration with the now-iconic <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/17" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bannenberg & Rowell Design (Company)">Jon Bannenberg</a>. Again, &nbsp;number four in the series of yachts was sold and renamed, this time to Sylvana C. She was outlived by her original owner after being consumed by fire in Greece in 1981. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/158209/image/large-31df9a29efea2ff4162f1fec7b13311a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/158209">A&nbsp;rare photo of Carinthia V taken shortly before she sankTragedy too taints the fate of Carinthia V. Seeing another extension in length from her predecessor, this vessel was built at the German shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, a brand a little closer to home for Horten. Measuring 67.85 metres, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/17" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bannenberg & Rowell Design (Company)">Bannenberg</a> was responsible for her design this time in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, marking a departure from the French shipyard Horten had previously favoured for his Carinthias. Still a fast yacht for her size at 27 knots, she met her end after striking an uncharted rock near Corfu in 1971, the same year she was completed. &nbsp;<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/41771/image/large-8e56257c26ee5ce2d509c8d7873e3407.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20230322%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20230322T111543Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=20f69c05db0c672ec6a3b3704aa8ab118f207a8a764686c785ee142295a13ada" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/41771">Original drawing of Carinthia VI. Source: Jon Bannenberg: A Life Of DesignHorten didn’t grieve over the loss for too long, however, and promptly ordered a &nbsp;replacement that was delivered just two years later in 1973. Again built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen&nbsp;</a>to an almost identical design of Carinthia V, Carinthia VI&nbsp;measured 70.68 metres, and was one of the largest yachts in the world at the time. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/20602/image/large-2c2fb29561e15adb5225ba41d35f90b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/20602">She was later sold and renamed The One and she cruised under that name for another 13 years. Regrettably, on 4 January 2016, she was destroyed in a fire that broke out in the marina where she was moored in Marmaris in Turkey. Extensive damage was caused during the incident, and the neighbouring <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/766" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Al Jadaf (Company)">Al Jadaf&nbsp;</a> 52-metre vessel, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1066" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barbie52.0m (170'7&quot;)Al Jadaf2006">Barbie</a>, was so heavily damaged it had to be scrapped after the fire. &nbsp;Read more:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/47981" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Back from the dead: 71m Lürssen superyacht The One awaits new owner (2018-01-05 13:00:00 +0100)">Back from the dead: 71m Lürssen superyacht The One awaits new owner</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/20701/image/large-b8c4a30108631822017bf90873fc94e3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/20701"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/20709/image/large-17992eecfc66c927a4293f4e5c1d8acc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/20709">Her current owner took<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/674" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V2V71.05m (233'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1973">&nbsp;V2V</a> to Istanbul to prepare for a rebuild where she was spotted hauled out of the water. Images conveyed the extensive damage, including a missing superstructure and severe warping to the hull on the starboard side. The rest of the structure was in relatively good condition, including the untouched engine room and exterior aft section of the yacht. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262439/image/large-e58a4af363b6e9a2ccf48de026b83548.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262439">SuperYacht Times can report that the<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/674" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V2V71.05m (233'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1973">&nbsp;V2Vs</a> rebuild which took place in Turkey and was overseen by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5067" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Technical (Company)">Ocean Technical</a> is nearly complete and the vessel is now running sea trials. We are anticipating further news on the<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/674" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V2V71.05m (233'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1973">&nbsp;V2V</a> motor yacht and are excited to see this icon of yachting return to her former glory. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262440/image/large-31fd6ce193fdce9e0bfbc509307729c0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262440">We hope to do a full report on the Carinthia VI (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/674" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="V2V71.05m (233'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1973">V2V</a>) once the yacht is fully completed.Read more: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/48770" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Inside scoop: Classic Lürssen superyacht The One to be rebuilt to original Bannenberg lines (2018-07-19 10:15:00 +0200)">Inside scoop: Classic Lürssen superyacht The One to be rebuilt to original Bannenberg lines</a>

Lürssen yacht Carinthia VI (now V2V) rebuilt after major fire

The iconic 71m Lürssen superyacht Carinthia VI (now V2V) has been rebuilt following a devastating fire in 2016. 

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Exclusive: Lürssen yacht Carinthia VI (now V2V) rebuilt after major fire

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon Yachts</a> has announced the launch and delivery of the 24.31-metre E75 Skylounge motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Repeat Offender III24.31m (79'9&quot;)Horizon Yachts2023">Repeat Offender III</a>. The first-time Australian owner wanted better offshore performance and amenities than his previous sports yacht and the E75 Skylounge yacht fit the bill.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262587/image/large-dad86d4cca7a5f7b88a431daff4f2cf9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262587"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Repeat Offender III24.31m (79'9&quot;)Horizon Yachts2023">Repeat Offender III</a> features a distinguished custom silver grey hull and a striking black radar arch. She was penned in full by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon Yachts</a> and boasts a stylish and streamlined exterior with an extensive use of glass. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262602/image/large-e15c8de5a8910e42e0be85772fb60870.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262602"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262603/image/large-ddb518516ef53c3d9924269877dfb6d0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262603"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262599/image/large-62301de945bfc8df625dd545b99c700e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262599">The E75 is one of the shipyard's most popular models, with surprisingly large deck spaces for a yacht of her size and a large number of Australian clients. The model offers a three stateroom layout, with accommodations for as many as six guests.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56174" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts launches new 24m E75 for Australian client (2022-10-18 10:45:00 +0200)">Horizon Yachts launches new 24m E75 for Australian client<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262607/image/large-bb01fad6fe01d1f6f787a6c397abd481.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262607"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262608/image/large-db1971078b46eb8d4cce8810ab113069.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262608"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262611/image/large-c6c2aee53b70f85a79e5d93cea24b54d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262611"></a>Accommodation onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Repeat Offender III24.31m (79'9&quot;)Horizon Yachts2023">Repeat Offender III</a> includes a full-beam master stateroom amidships, a queen cabin to starboard and a VIP in the bow. The master stateroom features a large custom window design with a large ensuite bathroom, as well as a sofa, desk and vanity. Crew quarters for two are situated aft of the engine room. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262604/image/large-9fd3b32df353507018ba754e6842e46c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262604"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Repeat Offender III24.31m (79'9&quot;)Horizon Yachts2023">Repeat Offender III</a> has been designed with an enclosed skylounge with a raised dinette to starboard that can convert to a bed for extra accommodations. Her bridge deck aft includes a bar and seating while her custom lighting system includes an RGB bar panel package to complement the yacht’s blue and white underwater LED system.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262595/image/large-b17cbeb550e855d67379d82e04a5d254.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262595"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12866" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Repeat Offender III24.31m (79'9&quot;)Horizon Yachts2023"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262594/image/large-79b86f75f0a3f13b59bf04e47aa0cbd2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262594">Repeat Offender III</a> is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> C18A engines alongside an ABT bow and stern thrusters, stabilisers and Zipwake interceptors. Upon taking delivery, her owner plans to explore Australia’s Fraser Coast.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262586/image/large-75de5a69ecfde0630adeb252c0ea156c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262586">

Horizon’s 24m yacht Repeat Offender III launched and delivered

Horizon Yachts has launched and delivered the 24m E75 Skylounge yacht Repeat Offender III to her Australian owner.

24m Horizon motor yacht Repeat Offender III launched and delivered

The 68.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Soaring68.2m (223'9&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2020">Soaring</a> sold in the United Arab Emirates. Peter Hürzeler and Daniel Küpfer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Independence (Company)">Ocean Independence</a> represented the seller. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178464/image/large-3d512391de20a1999efd98e5b62e10f3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178464"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Soaring68.2m (223'9&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2020">Soaring</a> was delivered in 2020 and built to a design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1042" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Focus Yacht Design (Company)">Focus Yacht Design</a>, which handled both her exterior and interior design. The superyacht has a sharp bow, powerful lines and features a light grey hull and white superstructure with an orange boot top stripe along her waterline. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178480/image/large-1779067297cb08a630f3bdd214b41886.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178480"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178479/image/large-608632fc326bac30738fe2a5f331c8bb.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178479"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178481/image/large-83c5b5624ad0899660a51130c0803250.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178481">With 1,541 GT of interior volume and a six stateroom configuration, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Soaring68.2m (223'9&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2020">Soaring</a> can comfortably accommodate as many as 12 guests. She has a very generous owners’ suite that’s full-beam, forward-facing and complete with an office, a lounge, a private deck and an ensuite. Close to the owners’ suite is an impressive library that boasts astounding views. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178477/image/large-37995258ccca7cecf8f6722549372c30.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178477"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178471/image/large-5d5983a7e4c27b843ad4fc060f7f7d80.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178471"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178470/image/large-c12d3188c18ad6c7b93f121a2ef6b3fa.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178470"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Soaring68.2m (223'9&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2020">Soaring’s</a> additional five staterooms are located on the main deck, offering guests additional separation from the service areas below, as well as beautiful sea views from every room. She can also host 17 crew.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178563/image/large-c2d0cb3f9ccf613e4c36183e6cc978f1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178563"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178565/image/large-b41ce528caee3ab4f59a7a44125fce81.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178565">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56309" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Onboard Soaring: 68m Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht for sale with Ocean Independence (2022-11-09 11:45:00 +0100)">Onboard Soaring: 68m Abeking &amp; Rasmussen superyacht</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a> built her with impressive capabilities; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Soaring68.2m (223'9&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2020">Soaring</a> has a trans-Atlantic range of 5,000 nautical miles, with top speeds of 16 knots. She’s constructed with a steel hull, aluminium superstructure and equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178558/image/large-09ab1b34dcceb956981615448e946fcb.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178558"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178559/image/large-e30972182a2213e9aefe5795d6dab7a5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178559"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178556/image/large-678839019f622cdb86444eee98f99dc2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178556"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Soaring68.2m (223'9&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2020">Soaring</a> was asking €88,000,000 at the time of her sale.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/178447/image/large-a2e4867ac2a291d18ebbb8332a53ba85.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/178447">

68m Abeking & Rasmussen yacht Soaring sold

The 68m Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht Soaring sold with a last known asking price of €88,000,000. 

68m Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht Soaring sold

The 39.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/217" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Westport Yachts (Company)">Westport</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tasia39.62m (129'12&quot;)Westport Yachts2009">Tasia</a> has entered the market. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/tasia-40m/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Tasia for sale</a> was delivered in 2009 as part of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/217" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Westport Yachts (Company)">Westport’s</a> 40m semi-custom production series. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262446/image/large-7b29dc006ae95417345ab0ae56f6d0ff.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262446"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/62" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gregory C. Marshall Naval Architect Ltd. (Company)">Gregory Marshall</a> was responsible for her exterior design, while her interior was styled by her American builder’s in-house team. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tasia39.62m (129'12&quot;)Westport Yachts2009">Tasia</a> has been maintained to the highest standards, having undergone a large interior, exterior, AV/IT, and mechanical refit last year.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262466/image/large-b69de7f36bd897575f01798a61e90305.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262466"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262467/image/large-70a37007f3bed830d772adfe4d85a5f3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262467">Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tasia39.62m (129'12&quot;)Westport Yachts2009">Tasia</a> offers a timeless and spacious interior. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale’s</a> wood veneers and white flooring are contrasted with vibrant blue furnishings. Forward lies a formal dining area that seats up to 11 guests. Guests can venture up to the sky lounge and admire the endless sea views while relaxing on the plush L-shaped sofa, or socialising at the wet bar.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262471/image/large-9427ca48610453e7d8fee4c5b862a6bb.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262471"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262472/image/large-8aaf8e25940df2904ebacff3edbec80a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262472">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/westport/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Westport yacht for sale</a> provides accommodation for up to 11 guests across five spacious staterooms. Her master suite boasts a king-sized bed, a wide-screen television, and an office. She is also able to sleep up to six crew to ensure a comfortable yachting experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262468/image/large-bb523c9c330c9023b6474f9c0d3643ca.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262468"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262470/image/large-8c25c637c2deda1764a02d7fb473246b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262470"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tasia39.62m (129'12&quot;)Westport Yachts2009">Tasia’s</a> expansive exterior space offers plenty of entertainment and lounging areas. She features sunbeds, a Jacuzzi, and an alfresco dining table perfect for evening cocktails. Her tender garage is able to store a wide array of toys, so guests can take the fun out into the sea. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262475/image/large-d771b299de06d02dbcf7d8c204ad6b1d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262475"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262476/image/large-89663fa963f6f101efa7858824ca76e7.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262476">Performance-wise, the 333 GT <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, giving her a top speed of 25 knots and a cruising speed of 16 knots. She will be attending this year’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/164" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach International Boat Show - 2023">Palm Beach International Boat Show</a> for viewing.&nbsp;

40m Westport yacht Tasia for sale

The 39.6-metre Westport motor yacht Tasia has entered the market and will be displayed at the 2023 Palm Beach Boat Show.

40m Westport motor yacht Tasia for sale

After attempting to meet up during a very busy boot Dusseldorf, we finally had the chance to sit down with Nick Gelevert, Founder and CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6127" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boatsters Black (Company)">Boatsters Black</a> over Teams in early February. Nick comes from a long line of yacht brokers, his grandfather Hans Lengers founding the Netherlands’ first brokerage. Today Nick is both the CEO of the ‘first Dutch superyacht charter company’ <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6127" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boatsters Black (Company)">Boatsters Black</a> with seven international offices and an impressive portfolio of pedigree yachts, and the Sales Director of brokerage firm <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/359" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lengers Yachts (Company)">Lengers</a>. With expansion always on his mind, Nick has much in store for the boutique charter firm. SYT found out more. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262239/image/large-028247e85db04278e4d7d6c2adfec517.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262239">With a legacy of brokerage in your family, was it always your plan to become a broker?I was born and raised in the midst of the yachting industry, and of course it came to my mind from a young age that I might work in the industry as well. My grandfather started selling yachts in the 1970s and there was also a boat building business within the family, so yachting is truly part of my family heritage. When the time came for me to start my first business however, I decided to break from the family tradition and I founded a company within the real estate industry. I think it was partly a youthful rebellion – I was only 23 – but I quickly realised that I’d made a mistake not following my passion for the yachting industry.I had been an active and competitive sailor from the age of eight, racing every week, and of course having grown up within my family, yachting was truly where my heart lay. So I &nbsp;decided to pivot the concept I’d created within the real estate industry, and do something similar within yachting. The business became <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6127" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boatsters Black (Company)">Boatsters</a>; the first AirBnB for boats. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/69988/image/large-e5de394c61cf3a6b29fbcc9408e9bf14.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/69988">So how did an AirBnB for boats transform into a superyacht charter brokerage house?In 2015 we launched the platform and were the first in the world to do so. There were some other early adopters but we grew very quickly, operating in 63 countries with 12,000 boats available for rent. It was a successful beginning but we quickly realised that in order to become a truly profitable business, we would need a huge operational network. Boats are nothing like houses; they need work, maintenance and expansive shoreside support.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/50182/image/large-00c42362b1bed144ada7b119cd9afc4f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50182">Why do you think that the company has done so well – how do you stand out from the crowd?At the same time as I was having these thoughts, clients from Lengers were generating leads and asking questions about Boatsters and enquiring if I could assist them with yacht charter. From these leads came a very organic transition into <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6127" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boatsters Black (Company)">Boatsters Black</a>, where we began to work with crewed yachts above 20-metres. Not long after this transition, we took Boatsters offline and I focused my energies on the development of the superyacht charter business. Since that decision we’ve opened international offices, are managing some very exciting yachts and expect to double our fleet in 2023. The company is positive and profitable and with the direction we’re currently going, we will be one of the top players in the charter industry within a few years.&nbsp;I believe that our approach is what makes us stand out. We are a boutique charter company, and we don't have aspirations to be the biggest, we want to provide the best service to a limited number of clients. We have regular contact with owners, we offer a personal concierge service for onshore support, we are incredibly active and make our clients really feel how much we value them. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/216778/image/large-e3b74dc8cf7cf04994e4b19dd6e7c678.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/216778">What has it been like breaking into an industry that has been dominated by long standing and large companies, such as&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a>?When we set out we knew it would be like David and Goliath, but I have always enjoyed a challenge. My aspiration when we set out was to establish <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6127" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boatsters Black (Company)">Boatsters Black</a> as the industry’s first Dutch charter house, just as my grandfather was the first Dutch broker. I am happy to say we’ve achieved that goal and now we are looking to the next challenge.&nbsp;The yachting industry has an obsession with being the biggest, with companies claiming ‘the biggest charter fleet’ or the most charters completed, but what does that actually mean for the client? Very likely it means an impersonal approach, with yachts being managed by a conglomerate rather than a person &nbsp;– we do not aspire to become that kind of business!&nbsp;What are your plans for the future for the business?The next stage is expansion. We’ve built a base from which the company can grow exponentially and my attention first will be to make sure that our services are the best they can be. We aren’t going to be accepting any and all boats to the fleet, but really making sure that the yacht is able to offer clients the best services, with a stable crew and good knowledge base.&nbsp;In 2022 we had a revenue of over €12 million and with an expansion into the full spectrum of services including crewing and management, I expect that to see a stable increase this year. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/216755/image/large-6c1f9a59bba24e5170d83edfc3039cf0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/216755">Finally, what advice would you give to an aspiring entrepreneur?Firstly, focus on an aspect of this industry and be the best at that aspect. There are so many generalists within yachting and what there needs to be is more specialists. Secondly, know your product better than your client, there are too many brokers out there who don't truly understand superyachts and that does a disservice to clients and dissuades people from remaining in yachting.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262241/image/large-7cb830fd8f9d3ab3775a8b19035afdb5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262241">Nick GelevertAge: 32Nationality: DutchSales revenue last 36 months: €200 million&nbsp;Company founded: 2014This article was originally published in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper/newspaper-issue-44" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Issue 44 of SuperYacht Times newspaper</a>.&nbsp;To read more stories like this one and to never again miss another issue of the SuperYacht Times newspaper,&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">subscribe here</a>.

Interview with Nick Gelevert of Boatsters Black

We interviewed Nick Gelevert, CEO of Boatsters Black, for the latest edition of our Entrepreneur in Yachting series.

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Building the first Dutch superyacht charter brokerage: Nick Gelevert of Boatsters Black

Delivered in 2018 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/217" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Westport Yachts (Company)">Westport</a> 112 series, the yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hat Trick34.1m (111'11&quot;)Westport Yachts2018">Hat Trick</a> was built and designed in the American Pacific Northwest by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/217" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Westport Yachts (Company)">Westport</a>. The popular raised-pilothouse series was first launched in 1994, with the builder producing around 65 models in nearly 30 years.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/66236/image/large-c0cbfcea17efb0c9168b61f838e5e26b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/66236">The composite-built yachts in this series are highly regarded for their impeccable level of performance, top speeds, and amenities onboard – and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hat Trick34.1m (111'11&quot;)Westport Yachts2018">Hat Trick</a> is no exception. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hat Trick34.1m (111'11&quot;)Westport Yachts2018">Hat Trick</a> benefits from a larger lower and main deck, a design change that was introduced to the series in 2017.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/47818" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Live from FLIBS: Westport spices up W112 range with new design (2017-11-03 17:02:00 +0100)">Westport spices up W112 range with new design<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/66000/image/large-8f04331f005ef45e9083132d4cfa0c17.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/66000"></a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/65998/image/large-7fe8bce5c3edf31ef283d8c8f8ea45e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/65998"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hat Trick34.1m (111'11&quot;)Westport Yachts2018">Hat Trick</a> features an elegant interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sylvia Bolton Design, Inc. (Company)">Sylvia Bolton Yacht Design</a> who has used every inch of her 207 GT of interior volume. She boasts luxurious materials throughout with cerused oaks, amber onyx, white marble and Blue Jeans marble. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/66001/image/large-ad9ffbc035a7c3a6fbb1b5506c0c1995.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/66001"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/66003/image/large-cd987b60d6669bfce5c8131e206b2c03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/66003">The spacious saloon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hat Trick34.1m (111'11&quot;)Westport Yachts2018">Hat Trick</a> offers plenty of sumptuous seating arrangements with an abundance of natural light from her large picture windows. The seating area flows seamlessly into her dining area for 10 guests, with a pony wall and pop-up television allowing the two spaces to be separated for privacy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/66011/image/large-ace40c2049bea22e356d8923d168ac90.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/66011"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/66013/image/large-bee675fc683edd1be2920f74565edcf1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/66013"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hat Trick34.1m (111'11&quot;)Westport Yachts2018">Hat Trick</a> can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests across four staterooms all on the lower deck. Her capacious master suite is located midship and includes matching his-and-hers bathrooms. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/66015/image/large-2eda2ea722d9966d357bb42cfffb3373.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/66015"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/66017/image/large-b9419ea00a3552256684a052fdc9201b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/66017">The remaining guest staterooms consist of a VIP forward, as well as a queen stateroom and a twin, all with ensuite bathrooms. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hat Trick34.1m (111'11&quot;)Westport Yachts2018">Hat Trick</a> is also able to carry a crew of five across three cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/66024/image/large-8c848ffdcebccdc38fb6fcfaeef39930.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/66024"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hat Trick34.1m (111'11&quot;)Westport Yachts2018">Hat Trick</a> boasts plenty of outdoor spaces that are perfect for entertaining. She is equipped with two bars, one on her flybridge, the other on her aft deck. She also provides the option for an alfresco dining experience on her aft deck, protected under the cover of her hardtop.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/65996/image/large-088b1f3292a658d9ded84e1a8a9695e2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/65996">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6555" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hat Trick34.1m (111'11&quot;)Westport Yachts2018">Hat Trick</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that propel her to a top speed of 25 knots and a cruising speed of 22 knots.&nbsp;

Onboard the 34m Westport motor yacht Hat Trick

The 34m Westport yacht Hat Trick was delivered in 2018 as part of the Westport 112 series.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11676" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burger 55m55.0m (180'5&quot;)Burger Boat Company2024">Burger</a> has announced that the new 54.86-metre Burger 180 superyacht is on the market, with an expected delivery date of 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262434/image/large-9b621d1fc3ad9f7df8d79e60afebd6fe.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262434"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262430/image/large-8132ed0e04c53a883f1b04e2484d8e55.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262430">The superyacht was designed in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/62" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gregory C. Marshall Naval Architect Ltd. (Company)">Gregory C. Marshall Naval Architects</a>, and is an “ideal opportunity for a new owner to customise her to their liking without the extended engineering duration typical of a yacht of this size,” the shipyard explained.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262433/image/large-5ac84da11b822a4b0ab53f4070f53cd3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262433"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262438/image/large-f924b09a6b78e8dfec9da1e7b02289bc.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262438">With expansive interior and exterior space for owners and guests, the Burger 180 superyacht has been designed for worldwide cruising with family and friends. Her main salon is open plan and home to a lounge and dining area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262431/image/large-b140576d95bd1f4ae4f1cf5c975b2e9c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262431"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262429/image/large-d67d37990f9cb4e03073c60020d0ec5a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262429">The Burger 180 superyacht can accommodate as many as 10 guests and 13 crew. Her full-beam owners’ suite is situated on the main deck and comes complete with a private office. She has four suites on the lower deck, which can easily be converted into two family rooms if required. The superyacht has an elevator that services all four decks.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262432/image/large-8d6a01625dd1b38fae2a3eb8070ee3a6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262432"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262437/image/large-0119ce93a20be739a100d94bfcbb0c8c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262437">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> 3512C IMO Tier II engines, she has a range of 4,000 nautical miles at 12 knots. She also has a large tender garage that can stow a 37-foot tender which is launched via a hydraulic “stinger” system.

55m Burger 180 superyacht in-build 

Burger has announced that it’s started building the 55m Burger 180 superyacht on speculation. 

55m Burger 180 superyacht in-build and on the market 

Turkey-based builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5603" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VisionF (Company)">VisionF</a> has announced the appointment of Ali Tanir as General Manager. Ali Tanir joins the team with almost 20 years of experience in international operations and an extensive background within the industry.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262377/image/large-8d67ef81bc2b6b444f4370ddc91cba84.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262377">For the past 11 years, Ali Tanir worked at various positions at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a> ranging from Communication and Brand Manager to Head of International Sales. Prior to joining <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1088" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Numarine (Company)">Numarine</a>, Ali Tanir worked for a number of companies and institutions on the market, namely Istanbul Offshore Club, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1198" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vicem Yachts (Company)">Vicem Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5761" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yuka Yacht (Company)">Yuka Yacht</a> and the UIM Class 1 Powerboating series."We strive to establish ourselves in the elite of the yachting world, and the new move will help us to achieve this," said Coskun Bayraktar, Founder and Owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5603" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VisionF (Company)">VisionF Yachts</a>. "I believe Ali Tanir is the perfect executive for the role of our new General Manager and with him leading the way we will be able to realise the most daring plans."<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5603" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VisionF (Company)">VisionF</a> has already delivered three 24-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5603" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VisionF (Company)">VisionF</a> 80 catamarans since 2020 and is preparing to launch the fourth unit in the series.&nbsp;

VisionF Yachts appoints Ali Tanir as General Manager

Turkey-based builder VisionF has announced the appointment of Ali Tanir as General Manager. 

Founded in 1991 in Cape Town, South Africa, sailing yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> is synonymous with versatile and cost effective vessels for bluewater sailing. Its newest launch, the 31.24-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nyumba GT31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Nyumba</a> explores exactly that and more, in a specially tailored design that remains in-line with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a>’s ‘Smart Custom’ philosophy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262331/image/large-880951d396691ab8bc2d5b9c8376f88e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262331"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nyumba GT31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Nyumba</a> is the fourth hull in the SW96 series and her expert owner requested a fast and efficient cruising yacht to sail around the world and participate in superyacht regattas. The word ‘Nyumba’ is the Swahili word for home, and her owners have worked to make her a true home away from home. She features interior and exterior design from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a> with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Farr Yacht Design (Company)">Farr Yacht Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262325/image/large-f52ecde474fa41cdc3dd6d08f1e66029.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262325">“Although this is the fourth hull in the SW96 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nyumba GT31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Nyumba</a> is uniquely special,” explained Massimo Gino, co-founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a> in Milan and longtime design partner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a>. “The sleek and simple lines of her GT deck configuration represent an important evolution of the GT deck concept we first introduced on the SW105 Taniwha.”Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56560" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="31m Southern Wind sailing yacht Nyumba GT launched (2022-12-13 11:45:00 +0100)">31m Southern Wind sailing yacht Nyumba GT launched<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262374/image/large-e3b04d0ae750ea24a6fd5a8d972dfeec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262374"></a>The owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nyumba GT31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Nyumba</a> wanted a sleek, dynamic profile, as well as an uncluttered deck layout with the deck equipment easily accessible. To achieve this, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> adopted a low-slung &nbsp;carbon composite coachroof to create a sporty aesthetic and minimalist profile.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262327/image/large-b3c2d638dfdceff74a47832e6de2abe0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262327">“We’re very proud of the purity of the styling and form-meets-function detailing,” added Massimo Gino. Her coamings have been subtly integrated into the teak deck to protect the guest cockpit, while also serving as covered conduit for the sheets from the winches as they pass forward.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262374/image/large-e3b04d0ae750ea24a6fd5a8d972dfeec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262374">This stylish and elegant design detail also helps to keep the guest area of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nyumba GT31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Nyumba</a> clear of any running rigging as the sheet re-emerge from the forepart of the coachroof. “We pushed the mainsheet traveller as far aft as we could to the end of the boom, also reducing loads to the minimum to aft of the crew companionway. This is styled to look like a mini version of the coachroof, while the twin helm positions have been brought further forward for better visibility,” explained Massimo Gino.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262373/image/large-47e0cbd7297eb28236fb3090f2bb7c26.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262373">When short-handed the three winches mounted on each side of the teak combings serve as convenient benches with easy reach to the helm positions. The deck also has LED lighting under her coamings to create a ‘floating’ effect at night. The aft deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nyumba GT31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Nyumba</a> is also completely flush, with just one step down into the guest cockpit for added protection.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262366/image/large-2416ed01d08eab6512bd51cbf89e7f8d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262366">“The owner wanted shorter sun beds to increase the size of the manoeuvring area aft. The consoles themselves are mounted on custom-designed supports that resemble the hub of a propeller or thruster – another of the client’s bespoke requests,” commented Massimo Gino.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262362/image/large-d91ee638a11b23e93a2fae8ab599f97c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262362"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262352/image/large-5c2c19abbfdba67b3b5dad90103e71cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262352"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262365/image/large-d6454bf4706ce20c37973357927a3ec4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262365"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262364/image/large-83ef6b19e59d6da2c078b1afbbf2bc82.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262364">The layout of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nyumba GT31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Nyumba</a> offers a master stateroom with two ensuite guest staterooms amidships – a tried and tested interior layout for the SW96 series. As the owners will be spending long periods of time onboard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nyumba GT31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Nyumba</a> had to be both comfortable and cosy. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262354/image/large-47b5f58277668af1ea8097b0ded14b6d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262354">The main saloon amidship benefits from a sliding glass companionway hatch, large hull windows, and a wide skylight that runs the length of the coachroof. This creates a natural flow of light onboard and illuminates the bespoke interior.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262356/image/large-b4cb7bf3b36231495ad5bc8d8b7cfe83.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262356">“The design is based on classic oiled teak veneers and specific pieces of fitted furniture, but the general styling was managed by the owners, choosing from the wide range of options in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> palette of materials and colours,” explained Massimo Gino.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262376/image/large-1c13805c6b1863eb4327e0ceca83ff18.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262376">The exterior areas of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nyumba GT31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Nyumba</a> also match the design expertise of her interior. Her 8.5-metre fold-down transom creates a large swimming platform and reveals her garage with storage for a 4.5-metre tender. Created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a>, this design feature allows the lower section to be angled upwards to protect the garage from slamming on the waves in rough waters, while the upper section can still be positioned horizontally.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262375/image/large-44afdb6421bfd677da39ae0e0735b24d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262375"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262329/image/large-8deaa7368bb378dee4fe82673e4defd6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262329"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nyumba GT31.24m (102'6&quot;)Southern Wind2023">Nyumba</a> is the first yacht in the SW96 series to be equipped with a hybrid electric propulsion system and is engineered with BAE Systems to be fully compliant with IMO Tier III regulations. “Effectively this boat will be the very first to brandish a hybrid-gen system in a superyacht of this size range. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> and BAE Systems partnered to push the boundaries into a new phase of sustainable superyacht construction, making the owner the first move in this direction,” Marco Alberti, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/151" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind (Company)">Southern Wind</a> CEO, explained.&nbsp;Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52996" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Wind announces construction of 29m Nyumba with hybrid propulsion (2021-05-21 13:45:00 +0200)">Southern Wind announces construction of 29m Nyumba with hybrid propulsion<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262326/image/large-efd2c7013c683037d8ef44651edfbe78.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262326"></a>“Last but not least, the owner’s choice of dark grey for the hull and coachroof highlights the sophisticated simplicity of the exterior design and titanium deck hardware, ” concluded Gino. “There is no cove stripe or waterline stripe and even the anti-fouling paint is the same shade of grey as the hull.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262324/image/large-48b420a3561bde34fbfdb79ffe6efd2a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262324">

Onboard Southern Wind’s 31m sailing yacht Nyumba

SYT takes a look at Southern Wind’s 31m sailing yacht Nyumba following her launch last year.

Nyumba: A first look onboard Southern Wind’s 31m sailing yacht

At the 2015 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, an experienced superyacht owner came across a rendering of a design that was to be the radical new joint venture between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a>. He fell in love, and the custom 80-metre design was to become the sixth in the series of his fleet of superyachts by the name of Excellence.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/108647/image/large-dbdf672e70023af5ad13a4b7ecf9d70d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108647"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108648/image/large-c883feca82f113b59aef3add3e50b8dc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108648">As a repeat client of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/44" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Abeking & Rasmussen (Company)">Abeking &amp; Rasmussen</a>, the American owner worked directly with the shipyard and its experienced in-house engineering team to harvest the interior and exterior designs of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a> and create one of the most modern and contemporary designs around. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/108409/image/large-2994b6a4b14cbf37d204cb0120616b71.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108409"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108408/image/large-c8de51d52e0975ba5121fe4618c5d226.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108408">Characterised by a sharp plumb bow, the unique superstructure of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Excellence80.0m (262'6&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2019">Excellence</a> is fitted with a wealth of glass to create striking multi-level windows. Undoubtedly her signature feature, the glass spectacularly reflects her surroundings wherever she roams - a view that is left undisrupted thanks to the impressive engineering of a 25-metre line of perfectly smooth glass. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/108388/image/large-21a1537986a5ddd548275dfa768c9df0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108388"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108389/image/large-8a81f2223a4da648f0fb3467c3bac31c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108389"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108387/image/large-9dda3e09d9b6ec2b6407dcd4cb6a963f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108387">Six panes of five-metre-tall and 1.3-tonne glass panels form the external mirrored skin of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Excellence80.0m (262'6&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2019">Excellence</a>. Supported by industrial-looking long steel beams that are best seen in the double-height atrium, the panes are 8cm at their thickest point and aid the yacht’s insulation capabilities to alleviate the use of the air conditioning system. The mullion fins are made of silver thread, woven in a way that mimics carbon fibre. These fins draw the eye in, then out, adding depth and a feeling of curvature to the spaces. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/108412/image/large-d48e4dc88ea8e25255d719e797708a99.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108412"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108413/image/large-fac5aa315f5c7ac81d7de9c405850d12.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108413"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108419/image/large-66650dec40646cbf573125637219e321.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108419">Stating that the interior was not designed with charter in mind, the owner has infiltrated the design with his various passions. The interior takes cues from Floridian East Coast Deco, as well as from the details found in the owner’s impressive automotive collection. The owner’s love for cars stemmed from his successful career in car dealerships and references are found throughout the interior; for example, the delicate fin detailing inspired by the fanciful cars of the streamlined age. In the sky lounge, the backs of the deep, cream sofas take their inspiration from those found in a Cadillac. The sides of the sofa are made of soft shagreen embossed leather, with metal grille detailing on either side. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/108385/image/large-186d4d40b8648e8624e363a47f708b20.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108385"> <img src="/uploads/store/photo/108383/image/large-4e3cb3d45fbd8913b592b486702dab71.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108383"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108384/image/large-5955481c24adae6e63e5e2714288dca6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108384">To mimic the emblems on the front of a car, the cabinets have specially-designed handles, whereas the black-and-white concentric circles on the saloon floor and ceiling recall the white-wall tires of a 50s classic. The furniture louvers in each of the seven staterooms are designed to look like the grille of a car hood, and the dayheads on the main deck are inspired by the Bugatti Royale and Ferrari Daytona Spyder. Aside from a few minor identical features in each, every stateroom has its own character and statement headboards. The owner’s love of texture and pattern is well presented in these areas and overall there are more than 30 different marbles on board, with the predominant type being immaculate golden onyx as showcased in the VIP bathroom. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/108392/image/large-8d8fb460efebde8ff8075fe61e2f1c57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108392"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108396/image/large-8eea7505233a0b84abc59679fc65b2ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108396"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108399/image/large-8b40ad13e98fe62e5a69878585964dfe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108399"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108401/image/large-148fcdd7b5c8e03f888c9f115cc141f6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108401">Initially, the owner wanted a very colourful palette throughout, but then reverted back to a palette of coffee and cream tones with added accents of colour. Every public space showcases many marbles, precious woods and leathers, with the owner’s deck decorated with cream wool carpet underfoot in the master bedroom inspired by crocodile skin, Macassar ebony panelling and crocodile skin frosting on the doors to the large showers. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/108402/image/large-2975b418ac0613e329395f5bce765c36.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108402"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108404/image/large-d373a33bb76b7b7828090f97badb996d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108404"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108405/image/large-40f06c1486984ac723568eb357f76e2f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108405">The owner also has access to a dedicated library-cum-office space, and the choice of silver leather pressed with tobacco leaves adorns the walls alongside birdseye maple wood, cappuccino marble and tan leather tiles for flooring. In another level of textural detail, the length of the main deck corridor has been designed to mimic the grain of the bleached white sycamore and leads to the main deck spa, which is created from hemlock and teakwood stone from Paonazzo. From here, guests can enjoy the views out of the large windows in the sauna. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/108407/image/large-ee1777a4fc8a35acf12249e72673d8a5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108407"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108406/image/large-94c8ee3ce7c98694e95da999d01b3161.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108406"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/108390/image/large-028f2d5d37218a386aac9e46223bbbac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/108390">The 14 overnight guests onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6404" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Excellence80.0m (262'6&quot;)Abeking & Rasmussen2019">Excellence</a> can spend their time making use of the luxuries such as a large counter-current swimming pool on the main deck aft, jacuzzi on the owner’s deck aft and the nine-seat cinema. As well as the diving gear, Seabobs and RS200 sailing dinghy, the large water-level tender garage houses the yacht’s limousine tenders and is fitted out with an informal bar area. The 2,115 GT futuristic superyacht is powered by twin MTU 12V 4000 M65R diesel engines and can cruise at 14 knots or a maximum of 17 knots.&nbsp;

On board Abeking's superyacht spaceship: the 80m yacht Excellence

We take a closer look at the interior details of the 80m yacht Excellence, designed by Winch Design and built by Abeking & Rasmussen.

On board Abeking's superyacht spaceship: the 80m Excellence

Germany

Abeking &amp; Rasmussen (A&amp;R) is a pioneering shipyard in Germany with high reputation for quality and innovation for naval and commercial vessels since 1907. Today the company delivers to a critical and sophisticated clientele all over the world. The modern, compact shipyard is independent of weather, with sheds made for ships of over 125m length, which can be launched resp. taken ashore via synchrolift.&nbsp;A&amp;R is known for design, construction and building of SWATH@A&amp;R, Offshore Patrol Vessels, Mine Countermeasure Vessels and Authority Craft. The revolutionary SWATH@A&amp;R concept presents a superior alternative to conventional hull forms due to its unique seakeeping and manoeuvring in rough sea for numerous applications.&nbsp; <iframe width="640" height="360" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/sHw7bL-OwHk?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe>

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United Kingdom

<a href="http://www.winchdesign.com/">Winch Design</a> is an award-winning design studio, established in 1986 as a specialist exterior and interior yacht designer, by Andrew Winch and his wife Jane. With the focus on extremely high-end bespoke, dynamic design for a worldwide client base, Winch Design is now recognised as one of the leading International design and architectural studios, having added Aviation, Architecture and Interiors teams to the core yacht business. Over the years, Winch Design has established itself as the go-to design studio for individuals who expect not only the highest levels of design excellence but also a totally bespoke, integrated approach, individually tailored to their lifestyle.The team comprises of over seventy designers, naval architects, 3D visualizers, merchandisers and support staff whose holistic approach and creative ingenuity drive the business forward. Having scoured the globe to find highly skilled artisans, the rarest materials and the finest elements of design, the end result is always unique and most certainly breath-taking.&nbsp;

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Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht Excellence in Saint Thomas