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Tatiana
Spa and beach club on Tatiana’s aft deck.
8.5m by 1.4m swimming pool on Tatiana’s front deck.
A contrasting combination of rich Macassar ebony, eucalyptus, and marble creates a strong identity and luxurious feel.
ISTANBUL-BASED SHIPYARD BILGIN HAS BEEN GROWING ITS RANGES SINCE 2019 WITH NEW PROJECTS COMING UP. THE SHIPYARD IS CURRENTLY BUILDING THREE 80-METER YACHTS FITTED FOR THE FIRST TIME WITH MTU IMO III PROPULSION SYSTEMS. THEY ARE ALSO THE LARGEST YACHTS BUILT IN TURKEY.
ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF BILGIN YACHTS.
The Bilgin 263’s twin MTU Series 4000 V16 engines can power up to a top speed of 20 knots, making it faster than its predecessors, and its MTU SCR system ensures the yacht stays within IMO Tier III exhaust emission limits. Bilgin Yachts has also been announced as a new entry in the 2020 Global Order Book’s Top 20 list.
Tatiana
Having launched its fagship 80m Tatiana in February 2020, Bilgin Yachts has currently built three units of the 80m Bilgin 263 series. The second hull, which has already been sold, is planned to be launched in 2021 and following that, the third hull of the model will be delivered to her owner in 2022. The series emphasises eco-friendliness, featuring a special exhaust system that provides 100% clean air emissions. With two 2,560kW engines, Tatiana can speed up to 19 knots, while the cruising speed of 12 knots keeps her fuel consumption at 250l/h. She is built in compliance with IMO Tier III certifcation and is the most environmentallyfriendly yacht in her class. Tatiana was designed and engineered by Unique Yacht Design, whilst the interior was once again entrusted to H2 Yacht Design studio. The third unit of the 263 series, namely NB78, is being produced with a completely new layout and shifted to the outftting facility in West Istanbul Marina. The new 85m ordered superyacht is currently under construction with the planned delivery in 2023.
Trendsetter among steelaluminium superyachts
According to Emrecan Özgün, CEO and Founder of Unique Yacht Design, “The Bilgin 263 has a design attitude that will dominate the yachting sector around the world. This will clearly make her a trendsetter among steel-aluminum superyachts of today. The owner of 80m Tatiana, code name NB75, loves the sportive and contemporary lines and pays a lot of attention to aesthetical details. From the very frst meeting, we focussed on creating a sport superyacht with elegant living areas. In fact, it was a challenge for us to design a yacht both sportive and masculine. Bilgin 263 yachts are full of surprises on both the inside and the outside. The Beach club, which is connected to the main living room, is very approachable and large enough for big gatherings. Tenders and sea toys are located on the front deck, which is how we managed to realise an 8.5m by 1.4m swimming pool. As the size of a yacht increases, it becomes somewhat more diffcult for the owner to feel connected to the sea. In order to avoid this, we used large windows, private terraces, and outdoor socialising areas on the board of the Bilgin 263. Each Tatiana cabin now offers different perspectives to those who stay there. Tatiana has a well-balanced and optimised superstructure that leads her to sail up to 19 knots with zero dynamic trim. This makes her a very economical yacht compared to her contemporaries. Additionally, while sailing at a speed of 12 knots with the power of 2,560kW twin engines and a generator, the fuel consumption is around 250l/h per, which we have only seen on a 40m yacht until now.”
Layers of luxury modern
Jonny Horsfeld, Owner and Design Director of H2 Yacht Design, shares, “Tatiana is a result of a work with an emphasis on details with special and unique materials. Textures used in the living areas attract people from the frst moment. The yacht owner is an extremely family-oriented man, he loves to socialise with his family and friends and spends summer months on end on his >>
The 263 series has a well-balanced and optimised superstructure.
General
Hull type Exterior design
Displacement UNIQUE Yacht Design & Naval Architecture lnterior design H2 Yacht Design Hull & superstructure Steel & Aluminium Classifcation ABS, A1, Commercial Yachting Service, +AMS +ACCU, RW, (E)
Delivery
2021
Dimensions
Length overall 80.00m Length on waterline approximately 71.01m Beam max. 12.20m Draft max. 3.50m Displacement approx. 1,450 (full load) Gross tonnage 1,689GT
Technical details
Maximum speed at %30 loaded 19 knots Range at economical 5,000 nautical miles Speed fuel capacity 168,000l Fresh water 48,000l
Propulsion details
Main engines
2x MTU 16V 4000 M73 Maximum power 2,560kW Main generators 3x G&M Tex 210kW 50Hz, 1x G&M Tex 150kW 50Hz 400V as emergency genset Bow thruster 200kW Veth electric bow thruster Stabilizers 2x zero speed Fin Quantum stabilizers
Accommodations
Crew Guests
11 crew + captain 12 (16 private) yacht. The client has been involved in the industry for years and has owned several yachts, so he knew exactly what to like and what not to like. As a result of our work together, Tatiana appeared. This yacht is contemporary in layout with generous living areas, a huge spa, and a beach club on the aft deck. The Bilgin 263 offers accommodation for up to fourteen guests; eight suites comprising one owner cabin on the owners’ deck, three VIP cabins on the main deck, and four guest cabins on the lower deck. She is also capable of carrying up to 23 crew members on-board to ensure a high level of service and a relaxed luxury yacht experience. Despite the client’s demands, H2 worked hard to create a functional experience and every room on board Bilgin 263 is generously sized and offers a true connection to the sea via multiple large windows. The design can be described as layers of luxury modern. We wanted to achieve an open airy feel for a clean, sleek look, so the best option was to use light and textured luxury materials. With her sharp, crisp interior lines providing that feel of modernity, we have made extensive use of a contrasting combination of rich Macassar veneer and a light eucalyptus, while a book match pattern and gloss fnish give a luxurious feel. And all of this is combined with plenty of marble and touches of detail such as backlit marble, 3D carved stone, and strong textures.”
New projects
One of the new projects that Bilgin is currently working on is an on-spec project of a 74m superyacht construction which is coming along for 2022. The design for this yacht has been signed by Unique Yacht Design. The superyacht’s sleek lines allowing large living areas are well-refected in her interior design. Having six decks, the 74m long Bilgin 243 will offer the owner and their guests alternative living areas while sailing in oceans. As well as a fybridge and sunbathing areas, the superyacht will have a lounge on the upper deck, a salon with a bar section on the bridge deck and a living room including a 16-person dining table on the main deck. The owner’s suite located on the front part of the main deck will be available with a jacuzzi, working space and a private lounge. While a VIP cabin will be located by the owner’s cabin, the layout includes four guest cabins located alongside the crew area on the lower deck.
