SEA HAWK
What is the ultimate reason to own a yacht? The freedom to explore the world in total luxury. Matthias Bosse Project founder and Master Mariner
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The vision
We set out to create a yacht for those who want to explore further, a vessel that would not only be at home in the luxury marinas of St Tropez and Monaco, but that could travel to the most challenging areas in the world. Most expedition yachts specialise in travelling to one particular environment. Typically austere at the expense of luxury, they are often neither seaworthy nor suitable for long range cruising. We wanted to create a true blue water vessel that could travel to both extremes, from the icy waters of the Polar Regions to the hot and silty waters of the Amazon. To create a vessel with both expedition capabilities and exceptional luxury required a focus on beautiful but functional design, one that incorporated speed, strength and efficiency, as well as large interior spaces for luxury features. The idea for Sea Hawk was born, a superyacht that could provide true exploration in total comfort, safety and luxury.
Sea Hawk is a true expedition yacht, designed for those with a sense of adventure. Robust, capable and luxurious, it can travel to the most challenging environments in total luxury.
Sea Hawk Overall Length
103 m
Breadth
18.50 m
Draft
5.50 m
Range
12,000 nm (12 knots)
Top Speed
18.2 knots
Gross Tonnage
6400 gt
Displacement
5200 tons
Explore further Sea Hawk gives the freedom to truly explore the diverse cultures and climates of the world, from the Mediterranean to the Amazon, the Arctic Circle to the Pacific islands. Covering 130,000 nautical miles and visiting the most remarkable locations on earth, this is our ultimate world cruise. Over the next few pages we will explore some of the most extraordinary and challenging areas that Sea Hawk can travel to.
The Northwest Passage & Alaska
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Ilulissat / Greenland – Vancouver / Canada 7,266 nm, 42 days
Experience the isolated and spectacular glacial landscapes of Greenland first-hand.
Uummannaq Ilulissat
Nome Beechey Island
Holman Gjoa Haven Glimpse a polar bear in the flesh, arguably the most distinctive animal of the Arctic Circle.
Connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, the Northwest Passage is the gateway to the Arctic Circle. Navigating a ship through these waters is notoriously difficult. Even in the summer months there is the chance of encountering pack ice, which means that all vessels need to be adapted to cold environments and have a Polar Class rating to enter. Being able to meet this requirement allows you to see the truly unspoilt landscapes of glaciers and fjords, as well as explore the historical sites of past expeditions.
Juneau
Vancouver Witness the elusive northern lights, when a spectrum of colours appear across the night sky.
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Breaking the ice With a Polar Class 6 rating, Sea Hawk has a strengthened hull that can break through 80 cm of medium first year ice with old ice inclusions, giving exceptional access to the unspoilt and majestic scenery of the Polar Regions. Ice Friendly hull shape The hull is designed for safe navigation in polar waters, pushing through smaller pieces of ice or breaking through thicker ice. Reinforced Ice Belt The hull has thicker plates and narrower frame spacing at the bow and around the waterline, which protects the hull from ice interaction.
Oversized propellers and machinery All yacht machinery has been developed to meet the requirements of ice interaction and polar expeditions. high-power boiler for cold environments To operate comfortably in cold climates our yachts are designed with highpower boilers and heating systems.
Expedition style Sea Chests
Designed for ice accretion
In the Polar Regions there is a chance of ice and slush entering sea chests and inlets, which can block seawater flow to the ship's systems. To avoid this, compressed air and steam may be introduced to clear the ice and slush.
Sea Hawk is designed to be stable with up to 100 tons of ice accretion.
Heated shell door seals Heated seals avoid the chance of door seals freezing in cold climates. Highly manoeuvrable Our yachts are designed with Becker rudders and strong side thrusters for efficient operation and manoeuvrability. Extendable azimuthing propellers also provide extra manoeuvrability and dynamic positioning.
Expedition Side gates The expedition gates provide separate areas to prepare for expeditions, and ensure that guests can disembark for landing and moving on to the supporting tenders safely. The tenders are designed to cope with extreme conditions, with covered tops for travelling in cold climates, a cabin and interior seating for comfortable travel.
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Beautiful design in practice The innovative Hawk Bow shape seamlessly combines beauty and functionality. It encloses the forecastle at the front of the ship, protecting systems that can get damaged or worn in heavy seas. Effectively 1.5 decks higher than a traditional bow, the shape is designed to break and throw aside large waves instead of scooping them up. This makes for more comfortable and efficient sailing through heavy seas.
The hull is designed for smooth and economic sailing in a wide range of conditions. It has large bilge keels and retractable fin stabilisers for efficient and steady sailing, and an ice friendly shape, so it can push through up to 80 cm of ice.
The Amazon DPS - The Amazon
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Belém / Brazil – Iquitos / Peru 2,000 nm, 14 days
Travel along the river to glimpse multiple species of wildlife, including monkeys, macaws and harpy eagles.
Belo Horizonte, Rio Solimõnes Iquitos Vendaval, Rio Solimoes
Belém
Manaus Alter do Chão, Rio Tapajos
Hike through the rainforest to get closer to the flora and fauna and soak up the unique tropical atmosphere.
The Amazon is the largest rainforest in the world, sprawling across nine countries and covering 1.4 billion acres of land. This vast expanse is home to rich cultures, beautiful scenery and unique biodiversity, with around 10% of the world's animal and plant species having been found there. Interweaving through the forest is the Amazon River, one of the longest in the world. A large yacht can use the river to travel around 2,000 nm into the rainforest. With water temperatures reaching up to 36°C, this can put ship's engines at risk of overheating, and silty water can block the ship's systems. Overcoming these issues allows you to truly absorb the extraordinary atmosphere of this tropical forest. Meet the residents of the forest, most of which belong to one of over 400 indigenous tribes that have existed in the Amazon for thousands of years.
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Sail beyond the sea Not only is Sea Hawk able to withstand polar climates, it is equally capable in tropical climates, with the ability to travel through warm waters and up silty rivers, opening up the wonders of this unique but challenging environment.
Effective cooling capacity
Freshwater production
Water temperatures in the Amazon can reach up to 36°C, putting a strain on ship systems. The oversized cooling system keeps engines from overheating whilst travelling in hot waters.
Easily accessible filters systems and brackish-water permeators for reverse osmosis freshwater production will be installed.
Oversized air conditioning systems
River water is often silty, increasing the likelihood of blockages in the engine cooling systems. Our systems are easily accessed for cleaning in such conditions.
Air-conditioning will be installed that is capable of dealing with extremely high temperatures, humidity and condensate. Insect Filters and Pollen Barriers At sunset in tropical regions there may be large numbers of insects in the air. Accessible filters will be installed so that insect blockages in air conditioning filters can be cleaned easily.
Maintenance friendly water intakes
Oversized propellers and machinery Sea Hawk's machinery and systems are engineered to withstand interactions with floating logs and debris in tropical waters.
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A new perspective
The asymmetric bridge was designed so that guests could be part of the expedition experience. With their own dedicated viewing space beside the captain's, they can gain an insight into how the ship's navigation and radar systems work.
Navigation space for crew
The Mediterranean
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Bodrum / Turkey – Bordeaux / France 5,569 nm, 30 days
Sun bathe and socialise on the Mediterranean's beautiful beaches, with pearly white sands and vividly azure ocean landscapes.
Odessa
Bordeaux
Venice Saint Tropez
Hvar Porto Cervo
Seville
Istanbul
Amalfi Coast
Explore iconic historical sites and incredible architecture in cities such as Istanbul, Venice and Bordeaux.
Bodrum
Sicily
The Mediterranean, with its stunning coastlines and warm climates, is the ideal destination for relaxing and socialising. It is home to one of the most prestigious yachting destinations, the glistening shores of Saint Tropez, where owners moor their yachts in one of the most culturally rich and luxurious areas of the world. Many expedition boats have a utilitarian and austere design, which does not fit the requirements of entertaining guests for business and pleasure. Sea Hawk is the ideal yacht to moor in the hub of luxury, with exceptional luxurious features, beautiful design and fantastic hosting capabilities.
Sample the Mediterranean's diverse cuisine, from Spanish Tapas to Grecian and Turkish Meze.
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Luxury without limits The yacht experience is just as much about the journey as it is the destination. Even on expeditions into the most challenging environments, our yachts provide a comfortable and luxurious experience for the owner and their guests. With an 18.5 m wide beam and six decks, Sea Hawk offers extensive possibilities for luxury features.
Accommodating guests
Helicopter Hangar and Bar
We have a set of flexible designs in place for accommodation, including everything from large staterooms for up to 12 guests to spacious accommodation for up to 36 guests. Concepts also include extensive entertainment spaces which are ideal when hosting events for business or pleasure.
The helicopter hangar and bar is a unique design that showcases the helicopter alongside the bar area, so that instead of the hangar being hidden away, it can be used as an entertainment area for guests, and also provides some of the most stunning views on the ship.
Wide interior spaces Sea Hawk's spacious interiors are ideal for implementing design concepts, including a 330 m² mezzanine spa over two decks, with a gym, sauna and massage parlour.
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David Fletcher – Polar expedition leader
THE CALM BEFORE THE ICE The whole power of the Arctic and the Antarctic is really quite incredible, and that's what takes me back. I've been going into the ice every year for 45 years, but it still gives you an incredible thrill when you encounter your first bit of ice at the top end of the Antarctic Peninsula. When you've had a rough crossing from South America and you're wondering when it will happen, then everything goes calm and you are confronted with a sheet of white. Suddenly the ship goes into the ice and it is growling along the side of the hull and shuddering in the harder pieces of ice. It's a moment when the hairs stand up on the back of your neck, and you just think ‘wow, this is what it's all about’. No matter how many times you see it or feel it, the excitement is still there. A specialist vessel that is ice strengthened and well prepared with good crew and good officers can enter the ice and actually get to
the heart of the Antarctic, but of course there is also the doubt in your mind, are we going to get through, are there bands of ice that are too thick or too heavy for us to access? For me, it's about going into the Antarctic and the Arctic and beginning to take on nature and the ice. Getting close to icebergs, which are an awe inspiring presence, and seeing amazing wildlife not only survive, but thrive in the most hostile environment on Earth. It's that feeling of going back to the Antarctic every year and it not just being another page in a book, but an incredible new experience every time. You have a chance to see a part of the world that is completely untouched, the last pristine wilderness on earth. I know many people who at the end of the day simply cry because they are overwhelmed by this amazing view of nature that they can so rarely see.
Yacht expedition is not about going rough, it’s about access to the memorable exclusivity of unspoilt nature in comfort, safety and style.
Antarctica DPS - Galapogos
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Sydney Melbourne Bay of Islands
Walk in the shoes of the explorers and see the impressive glacial landscapes and Antarctic wildlife on foot.
Hobart Christchurch
Auckland Islands Macquarie Island
Sydney / Australia – Melbourne / Australia Scuba dive under the icy surface and see some of Antarctica's exceptional marine life, including whales, seals, jellyfish and the Southern Hemisphere's most recognisable residents, penguins.
7,122 nm, 30 days Cape Royds (Shackleton's Hut) Cape Evans (Scott's Hut)
Antarctica is an area of outstanding beauty located at the base of the Southern hemisphere. Its diverse wildlife—including penguins, leopard seals and sea lions—live amongst towering mountains of ice. As an ecologically protected area, vessels that wish to travel through Antarctica have to abide by ecological restrictions. Being able to meet these requirements gives a rare chance to explore one of the most exceptional and isolated environments in the world.
See Scott's Hut on Ross Island, the base of the British expedition of Antarctica in 1912, frozen in time with scientific instruments and food from the expedition still intact.
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Ecologically protected areas Some of the most beautiful locations on earth are protected by strict ecological restrictions. We have designed yachts that meet the stringent requirements of travelling through ecologically protected areas, so that these extraordinary and remote locations can be explored.
Electric mode
Ocean waste regulation
Using the hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system, which is adapted to future emissions regulations, the low-impact Electric Mode uses the generators alone to sail quietly and without vibrations at speeds of up to 12 knots.
On board incinerators for burning waste and sludge, biological sewage treatment, metal shredders for storage, cooled waste storage and sophisticated grey water treatment facilities minimise the effect of ocean waste.
Fuel tanks We have avoided fuel tanks being in contact with the shell anywhere forward of amidships to avoid the chance of fuel spillage.
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Generators
Electric Motors
Power management Sea Hawk is powered by a highly efficient and clean hybrid diesel-electric power system, adapted to future emission regulations. The four generators and two main engines can be used together or separately to power the ship in three modes.
12 knots Electric mode The generators power an electric motor for slow speed cruising and sailing without vibrations at speeds of up to 12 knots.
Main Engines
Main Engines
Generators
Main Engines
Electric Motors
Main Engines 17.2 knots Transit mode
18.2 knots Boost mode
The main engines power the yacht at speeds of up to 17.2 knots.
Using both the main engines and generators to power the ship it can reach speeds of up to 18.2 knots.
Pacific Islands
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Panama / Panama – Sydney / Australia Panama
14,051 nm, 50 days
Dive under the ocean's surface to explore intricate and beautiful coral reefs.
Galapagos Islands
Solomon Islands
Adamstown Fiji
French Polynesia
Discover the extraordinary biodiversity of the Galapagos Islands, with rare wildlife including iguanas, flamingos and tortoises. Easter Island
Sydney
As the largest ocean in the world, sailing through the Pacific Ocean is a true adventure, with a sense of isolation unlike anywhere else on Earth. Dotted across the Pacific are a set of remote islands, including Easter Island, which is around 2,300 miles from its closest neighbour Chile. Known for its mysterious and fascinating history, the landscape is dominated by the Moai stone statues, built many centuries ago by the indigenous Rapa Nui people. For sailing between the Pacific Islands, vessels must have a long range and be self sufficient away from shore side support. Having a boat with advanced, self sustainable systems is crucial for this long haul journey, allowing the Pacific's enigmatic and unique wonder to be unlocked. Relax under palm trees on the alabaster sand beaches of French Polynesia.
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Explore further Sea Hawk is a true expedition yacht. With maintenance friendly systems and an impressive range, it is designed for long haul expeditions and extensive exploration.
Self sufficiency
Long haul range
Sea Hawk is designed to operate away from ports and infrastructure and maintain safe operation in remote locations, with redundant systems built-in where possible.
Sea Hawk has a 12,000 nm range at 12 knots (Electric Mode).
Expedition Side gates The expedition gates provide separate areas to prepare for expeditions, and ensure that guests can disembark for landing and moving on to the supporting tenders safely. The tenders are designed to cope with extreme conditions and have interior seating for travelling further afield in cold or humid climates. Generous storage facilities Providing plenty of storage, Sea Hawk can be taken to sea for over three months.
Get Home Mode With the ability to provide propulsive power from any one of the six engines and a retracting azimuthing thruster, which can be used as backup propulsion, the ship can operate in a ‘get home’ mode to allow the yacht to continue its voyage out of remote areas without assistance.
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Keeping systems in check Incorporating state of the art technology, Sea Hawk offers extensive remote monitoring of the engines and machinery. It detects required maintenance up to 6 months in advance and alerts to critical cases 7–30 days in advance. As a result, problems and operational trends are spotted before failures occur, resulting in proactive maintenance, optimum times between overhauls, less downtime and reduced costs.
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Expertise Hawk Yachts and our partners bring a wealth of experience and insight at every step of the journey from design to expedition planning, unlocking your yacht's capabilities and creating an exciting and memorable experience for guests.
Specialist expertise
Captivating itineraries
Our team are among only a handful of individuals worldwide that have firsthand experience of both expedition yachting and captaining large luxury yachts.
We push to the very edge of the known world, to places where the only guides available are hand drawn charts and personal experience. We plan engaging and exciting itineraries so that guests can get the most out of these majestic locations, from exploring cultural landmarks to wildlife safaris.
Alongside our partners Swiss Ocean and Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne, we have the expertise to create functional yachts that are not just designed to meet specifications, but that can fufill the specific requirements of the crew and the guests when visiting extreme locations. Our attention to detail throughout the design and build supervision process results in better adapted, more capable and more comfortable yachts.
Smooth sailing Our team organise permit applications, recruit expedition staff and consider ecological regulations along with all the other preparation necessary for expeditions, allowing guests to truly enjoy and explore these areas without issues or interruptions.
We push to the very edge of the known world, where the only guides available are hand drawn charts and personal experience.
Frank Neubelt – Naval Architect, Yacht Designer
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Frank is one of the most prestigious yacht designers in the world. He has 25 years' experience as a lead designer and creative director, and has a portfolio of award winning yachts including Xanadu, Opium, Luna, Triple Seven, and the famous Siren.
The team
Casper Andri Largiader – Naval Architect
With years of yachting experience between them, an accomplished team of marine experts, designers and architects have been involved in the creation of the Sea Hawk.
Michael Zerr – Master Mariner As a merchant navy educated mariner, Michael has sailed on some of the most renowned yachts and cruise ships in the world, including the yachts Sea Cloud, Sea Cloud II and the Lady Moura, followed by service on the Hapag Lloyd Cruises flag ship Europa and the expedition cruise ship Bremen.
Capt. Matthias Bosse Master Mariner, Ice Master A born adventurer, Matthias Bosse has sailed all of the seven oceans, including many cruises to Antarctica, the Arctic Ocean and the Amazon River. He has been at the helm of large yachts and expedition cruise ships for more than 20 years, serving as the master of prestigious private yachts such as Carinthia VII and Lady Moura. With his years of experience in mind, Matthias cultivated his own vision of the perfect yacht, and as a result, Sea Hawk and the Hawk series of yachts were born.
Andri has over 20 years' experience managing shipping and yachting projects. Before co-founding Swiss Ocean, Andri held various technical management positions for companies such as Blohm+Voss and Columbia Shipmanagement and headed the ship finance division at Hannover Leasing. He holds Master's degrees in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering and Ocean Systems Management from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) as well as in Mechanical Engineering from ETH Zürich in Switzerland.
Diana Scott – Exterior Styling
David Fletcher – Polar Expert, Expedition Leader
Diana has worked in the industry for the past 16 years; spending 6 of those years establishing Monaco based Sterling/Scott. Her designs have won international acclaim, including at the 2014 World Class Superyacht awards.
David has travelled extensively throughout the Polar Regions for nearly 40 years, encountering four Antarctic winters and 36 summers. He has spent fifteen years as a Base Commander and Field Operations Manager for the British Antarctic survey.
Nick Lockett – Marketing Director Nick launched his career with Saatchi & Saatchi in the 70's and 80's, achieving a board director position at 26. In 1990 Nick launched his own Media Company, BLM, and was also founder and Chairman of Columbus Media. More recently Nick has been involved in the yacht business, joining Hawk Yachts Ltd in October 2014.
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Technical specification
Overall Length
103 m
Breadth
18.50 m
Draft
5.50 m
Range
12,000 nm (12 knots)
Top Speed
18.2 knots
Electric silent mode
12 knots
Gross Tonnage
6400
Displacement
5200 tons
Ice Class
Polar Class PC6
Propulsion
Diesel-electric hybrid
Bow thrusters
2 x 500 kW
Stern thrusters
1 x retractable 350 kW
Stabilizers
Rolls Royce Aquarius (zero speed)
Guest Capacity
12-36
Crew
36-62
Concept
Swiss Ocean, Zurich, Switzerland
Engineering
Polarkonsult
Hospitality Concept
Ecole Hôtelière Lausanne, Switzerland
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