Sea Eagle II – Royal Huisman’s largest yacht yet

SEA EAGLE II

ROYAL HUISMAN’S LARGEST YACHT YET

SPECS

Builder Royal Huisman Naval Architecture Dykstra Naval Architects Exterior designer Dykstra Naval Architects and Mark Whiteley Design Interior designer Mark Whiteley Design

Length overall Beam max Hull and superstructure Gross tonnage Owner & guest cabins Crew cabins Classification

81m 12.4m Aluminium 1,050 GT 11 cabins 14 cabins Lloyd’s MCA (LY-3)

BLENDING CLASSIC LINES WITH CONTEMPORARY TECHNOLOGY THE ALL-ALUMINIUM THREE-MASTED SCHOONER TURNS HEADS ON WATER

ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF ROYAL HUISMAN.

Not only the world’s largest aluminium sailing yacht, Sea Eagle II is also one of the top ten largest sailing yachts ever built. Hailing from Dutch shipyard Royal Huisman, the yacht completed sea trials in the North Sea in July 2020 following the installation of a complex carbon composite Rondal Panamax rig at the yard’s facilities in Amsterdam. The elegant 81m three-masted schooner is now enjoying her maiden voyage in the fair seas of the Mediterranean. With over 3,500m 2 of sails, Sea Eagle II was commissioned by the Asian-born owner of 43m sailing yacht Sea Eagle, which is now for sale. Calling upon the same design team as his previous vessel – Dykstra Naval Architects and designer Mark Whiteley – as well as the same shipyard, the impressive new build sailing yacht speaks volumes about the owner’s satisfaction with his existing boat.

Modern makeover In addition to her considerable length, Sea Eagle II also sports a distinctive and sturdy plumb bow, cutting a fine profile on water. The largest yacht ever built by Royal Huisman, which specialises in sail boats, not to mention the largest Asian owned superyacht, Sea Eagle II can reach speeds of up to 21 knots when under sail. Built in lightweight aluminium to LY3 standards, Sea Eagle II can accommodate up to 12 guests, serviced by an additional 13 crew. The interior has been undertaken by Mark Whiteley, who commented: “[Sea Eagle II] has a timeless, classic profile with a clean, modern interior. It’s a yacht that will never go out of style.” Whiteley was also responsible for the exterior, with naval architecture handled by Dykstra

Naval Architects, who commented: “It may look like a contemporary modern sailing yacht now, but in 50 years’ time it will be a classic.”

Key features The owner, who is a highly experienced sailor and is reported to have spent a lot of time at sea, laid out a brief with key criteria. He called for a world cruising yacht with comfortable features and a distinctive design. In addition to a fast-looking hull shape with straight lines and a long waterline, this has been realised by way of two helms on a two-tier deck house, one on the large sun deck with flybridge controls, and one in the sheltered cockpit below that offers al fresco dining. The addition of sofas and a bar in the cockpit will create a sociable environment, while a sliding door gives direct access to the main saloon. “Sailing around the world in the weekends is a phrase often used to outline his days on board,” Royal Huisman project manager Arjo Spans told Yachting World.

Business on board The forward section of the yacht is given over to the owner’s private guest areas, including a large saloon in which to conduct business. Variations of wood, including natural oak, lacquered walnut and dark wengé give the interior a warm and inviting aesthetic. Formal dining for up to sixteen guests is complemented by a raft of tenders and water toys for the ultimate adventure by day. Quirky design comes to the fore with the hydraulic crow’s nest that ascends the main mast. In a contemporary nod to classic sail boat design, the design novelty is another showcase of the cutting-edge technology on board this modern sail vessel. It will also provide the best panoramic views on board. All three masts are carbon and made by Rondal – Royal Huisman’s sister company – equipped with integrated sail handling systems and Carbo-Link carbon standing rigging.

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Sea Eagle II is the world’s largest aluminium sailing yacht.