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TECHNOLOGY impacts the YACHTING INDUSTRY on every level – from conception to completion. In this issue, we take a closer look at some of the most inspiring INNOVATIONS and ingenious INVENTIONS
WELCOME Welcome to Ultimate Technology, the fourth edition of PURSUIT. Our featured partnership with Tesla was borne from a client event we hosted earlier in the year at the iconic Tesla Zurich showroom. With Tesla being synonymous with sustainable technology and the yachting industry making revolutionary advancements in this area, Elon Musk, Tesla’s founder and the world’s most electrifying and famous ecoentrepreneur, is the perfect choice for the front cover feature. Yachting is becoming increasingly environmentally conscious, with hybrid propulsion and green-classed yachts now being a reality. Technology is at the heart of these developments and is also a key factor in the enhanced connectivity, enjoyment and usability of yachts today. Yachts are also safer thanks to advances in navigational and weather forecasting technology. Being able to enjoy all the comforts of home and, if desired, to bring the office onboard means that for owners and charter clients there is no longer any compromise to be made between choosing time at sea versus time ashore. Business deals can be closed and stock markets watched, at the same time as other family members stream films or make the most of the water toys! At Ocean Independence we have been investing heavily in online digital technology, including the recent launch of a new website focused solely on the experience of yacht charter – www.myfirstsuperyacht.com - which is presented through interactive media. PURSUIT has also enjoyed a technical makeover and is now additionally available online as a digital magazine keeping the spirit of the printed version, but with more features and additional regularly updated content. Visit www. oceanindependence.com/pursuit and subscribe to receive the latest in ultimate yachting lifestyle articles and news. Despite all these technological advancements, yachting of course remains a highly personal business and lifestyle, and our teams in brokerage, yacht management and new build are always available for face to face meetings to discuss your specific yachting requirements. PETER HÜRZELER & NICHOLAS DEAN Managing Partners, Ocean Independence MAIN IMAGE World Discovery Superyacht by Winch Design
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PUBLISHED by OCEAN INDEPENDENCE CREATIVE DIRECTION by ONE MENAGERIE COVER IMAGE: ELON MUSK CONTACT US: ENQUIRIES@OCYACHTS.COM and OCEANINDEPENDENCE.COM 04 TOP 20 TECHNOLOGICAL BREAKTHROUGHS Groundbreaking innovations changing the way we live 12 TOP GEAR TOUR Edel & Stark introduce their supercars for hire 13 IN CONVERSATION WITH Daniel Küpfer, Managing Director of Ocean Management 14 TOP 10 YACHTS Celebrating technology and innovation on the world’s finest vessels 18 SALES DIRECTORY Ocean Independence’s fleet of superyachts for sale and new construction 24 PROVING THE PRODUCT WORKS Excelerate Group enter the marine industry 26 NEW AGE OF DISCOVERY Built for exploration, Plan B is a remarkable charter yacht
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Technology SHAPES OUR LIVES at an increasingly startling pace. And whilst some INNOVATIONS come and go, the best have STAYING POWER. Our top 20 breakthroughs focus on the PRODUCTS and VENTURES that have made waves and created a lasting impression
If technology had a SUPERHERO, it would surely be Elon Musk. This is an unstoppable ECO-ENTREPRENEUR whose INNOVATIONS might just save the planet
is being able to scale up production volume as quickly as possible,” he explains. The Model 3, currently in production, starts at US$35,000, and customers will start receiving their new cars by October of this year. That might be a heavy enough workload for many – but not Musk, who is adding autonomy to his list. “As
then scale that throughout the world,” says Musk of the first task on his to-do list. Next, he hopes a lower cost version of the current Tesla models will address a larger slice of the consumer market. “What really matters to accelerate a sustainable future
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hey say if you want to get things done you should write a list. It seems to have worked for Elon Musk. Just over a decade ago, he wrote a bullet-pointed ‘masterplan,’ which today, is entering its final stages of completion. After selling PayPal to eBay aged 32, he could easily have quit while he was ahead – no masterplan necessary. Not Musk. In 2002, he launched SpaceX, despite having no formal qualifications in rocketry. Just a year later, Tesla came along, promising game-changing, all-electric cars. Musk became something of a household name – even if many doubted his outlandish ideas. Fast-forward to today and any doubters might well be eating their words. His creations are having – and will have – a profound (and very much positive) impact on our planet, which has been his priority all along. “By definition, we must at some point achieve a sustainable energy economy or we will run out of fossil fuels to burn and civilization will collapse. The faster we achieve sustainability, the better,” he says. Musk, being Musk, has already written his next list, which addresses his preoccupation with sustainability. “Firstly, [I want to] create a smoothly integrated and beautiful solar-roof-withbattery product that just works, and
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the technology matures, all Tesla vehicles will have the hardware necessary to be fully self-driving with fail-operational capability, meaning that any given system in the car could break and your car will still drive itself safely,” Musk explains. This spells a future where long, onerous car journeys could simply be a good opportunity to eat, sleep or work. The icing on the cake, as if any were necessary? Musk’s final goal, which is to enable cars to make money for customers when they aren’t using them, via a shared fleet. “This dramatically lowers the true cost of ownership to the point where almost anyone could own a Tesla,” says Musk. “Since most cars are only in use by their owner for 5% to 10% of the day, the fundamental economic utility of a true selfdriving car is likely to be several times that of a car which is not.” He imagines a future where, by tapping a button on the Tesla app, owners can simply add their car to the fleet, whilst on holiday or at work. “In cities where demand exceeds the supply of customerowned cars, Tesla will operate its own fleet, ensuring you can always hail a ride from us no matter where you are.” An intimidating to-do list, if ever there was one – but if anyone can do it, it’s Elon Musk. A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE IS BEING ABLE TO SCALE UP PRODUCTION VOLUME AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE CENTER IMAGE: GETTY IMAGES
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Originally set up by Musk’s cousins, sustainable energy company SolarCity has now been acquired by Tesla – making it the world’s only integrated sustainable energy company, which covers everything from rooftop solar panels to electric cars and batteries. The solar roof product generates energy from a rooftop that Musk promises is more durable than a normal roof, not to mention lower cost. The first installations took place this year – with Musk one of the first to get a Solar Roof on his own property.
BACK TO THE FUTURE
TECHNOLOGY might focus on LOOKING FORWARDS, but sometimes it pays to look back and LEARN from the INNOVATIONS of times past
SEXTANT
This INTRICATE INSTRUMENT , invented in the 18th century, set NAVIGATION on a new course, shaping DISCOVERY for centuries to come
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The technology undoubtedly shaped discovery for centuries to come. Without a sextant, Captain Cook might not have survived his groundbreaking voyages across the Pacific, or indeed, made such detailed maps of the unchartered areas he covered.
Today, historical examples of these intricate instruments are highly prized and in fact, a sextant owned by the family of the captain of RMS Carpathia, which helped to rescue 700 Titanic survivors, recently sold for £66,000 at auction. Beyond museums and auction houses, many boats keep a sextant on board as a backup to modern electronic navigation, proving that some technology never gets old.
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n today’s hectic world, it’s often agreed that time is the ultimate luxury. Supersonic travel, for that reason, is incredibly appealing. When Concorde launched back in the 1970s, it could cross the Atlantic in three and a half hours instead of eight, reaching speeds of 1,354mph. Those who could afford it could buy back precious hours in the air. The drawbacks? It could only carry 130 passengers, plus its noisy sonic ‘boom’ meant that it only flew at full speed over certain areas. Its final commercial flight in 2003 spelled the end – or at least a long interval – in flying faster than the speed of sound.
Today, a return to supersonic flights is on the cards, with newly approved technologies, such as composite fuselages and high-temperature material systems, easing the way. US start-up firm Boom looks to be leading the pack and has already taken 76 orders across five airlines for its new aircraft. Their XB-1, a small scale version of the final product, carrying a crew of two and nicknamed the Baby Boom, is expected to fly next year,– with the first full-scale passenger flights following in 2023. The wait will be worth it, though; Boom aircraft will travel 2.6 times faster than any other airline –reaching speeds of up to 1,451mph (that’s Mach 2.2 compared to Concorde’s Mach 2) and with a boom at least 30 times quieter than Concorde’s. Passenger tickets will be set by the individual airlines, but it is thought that they won’t be prohibitively high, thanks to the aircraft’s economical design. On board, cruising at 60,000 feet, in seats to rival first-class, passengers can expect far less turbulence than on subsonic aircraft, plus views that show the darkness of space above and the curvature of the Earth below. That three and a half hour transatlantic flight might just feel too short.
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by name, not so boring by nature. Inspired by Musk’s frustration with street-level traffic, the company envisages a future where large networks of low-cost underground tunnels will enable quick, quiet, weatherproof transportation by car across cities. Cars would sit atop electric skates, enabling speeds of up to 125mph and eliminating the possibility of human error. LA is widely rumoured to be the first city to benefit from Musk’s latest passion project. GIGAFACTORY NEVADA Musk dreams big, and nowhere is this more apparent than at his upcoming Gigafactory, a sprawling battery plant in Nevada, which should be fully operational by 2020. At 4.9million square feet, there’s room for 100 Boeing 747s inside, but right now, the space is home to almost 3000 employees, who are helping to produce lithium-ion battery cells for both cars and homes. If Tesla is to achieve its ambitious plan to sell half a million Model 3s by next year, this factory will surely be the driving force.
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Owning an electric car was once thought to involve a certain level of compromise, but Musk completely transformed those outdated perceptions with Tesla. Created to help the world move towards a zero emission future, his cars, including the Model S, Model X and the forthcoming Model 3, break records in speed and safety, without guzzling gasoline. By 2018, the company is expected to be producing 500,000 vehicles a year. SPACEX PLANET EARTH One of Musk’s many goals is to enable life on other planets. SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches spacecraft, with this ambition in mind. Eight years after the launch, SpaceX became the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, then earlier this year, achieved the first reflight of a rocket – a milestone in rocket reusability. Earlier this month, Musk revealed the Space X spacesuit to be worn by the company’s astronauts on its crewed flights, expected to take off as soon as next year. Elon Musk is a busy man. From tunneling deep underground to pioneering SPACE TRAVEL, his projects are some of the most innovative on – and off – earth I THINK IT IS POSSIBLE FOR ORDINARY PEOPLE TO CHOOSE TO BE EXTRAORDINARY SUPERSONIC This ICON of aviation flew faster than the SPEED OF SOUND and has OPENED the door to modern-day TIME TRAVEL K nowing a ship’s position and being able to guide it to a particular destination is now taken for granted, thanks to satellite navigation systems and other technology. It hasn’t always been such smooth sailing though, and over the years, sailors have relied on all manner of techniques to try (often unsuccessfully) to work out their position in the middle of vast oceans. Many used a combination of dead reckoning and celestial navigation to help, but the lack of accuracy lead to frequent shipwrecks and boats lost at sea. Enter the sextant in the late 18th century. The device looks complex and complicated, with its eyepieces, mirrors and moveable arm, but in fact, it simply measures the angle between two objects, usually the sun and the horizon. The magic lies in its curved frame, which measures one sixth of a circle (hence its name) and is marked off in degrees. Once
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New TECHNOLOGY would never succeed without the RIGHT TALENT to push it forward. Angelo Bonati, CEO of Panerai did just that, in the world of HAUTE HOROLOGY
Bcould not have imagined what would become of his small watchmaker’s shop on Ponte alle Grazie in Florence. Today, Panerai is a global success story, with legions of loyal fans, nicknamed Paneristi, who wear their Luminors and Radiomirs with pride, and scrabble over the brand’s limited editions. There are now hundreds of boutiques across the world, everywhere from Paris to Tokyo – and Panerai was even the official sponsor at this year’s America’s Cup in Bermuda. Angelo Bonati, who joined the brand from Cartier back in 1997, has been a driving force in Panerai’s rise to victory. Smart enough to respect their rich history, yet forward-thinking enough to recognize the value of innovation and new technology – Italian-born Bonati has helped the watch brand to thrive, ensuring it constantly stays on the cutting edge when it comes to movements, finishes and everything in between.
Bill Clinton, Ashton Kutcher and Heidi Klum are just a handful of the
celebrities who now sport a Panerai on their wrist. Bonati was also the catalyst behind the brand’s launch of The Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge back in 2005, a clever nod to the company’s former life, designing watches for the Italian Navy before the Second World War. The acquisition of Eilean a classic sailing yacht, which Panerai painstakingly restored, was another triumph. Originally launched in 1936, the same year of the first Radiomir prototype, what better way to celebrate the brand’s nautical DNA? The restoration took 40,000 work hours, with much of that work carried out using traditional techniques, and it resulted in a stunningly beautiful boat.
Eilean went on to debut at the 2010 Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge, her style, grace, craftsmanship and technical prowess the perfect showpiece for Panerai. With such deep respect for the brand’s history and a keen eye for innovation, Bonati, it seems, has a head for haute horology.
8 JETPACK JETPACK AVIATION Sean Connery strapped on a jetpack as James Bond in Thunderball back in the 60s, although it was referred to as a ‘rocket belt’ in the film. Now, half a century later, it looks like these Bond-worthy backpacks could become a reality. Powered by two specially adapted jet engines (electric versions are in development), the packs currently enable speeds up to 60mph and fly for up to ten minutes at a time. We might not be flying to the office just yet though – with obvious risks and concerns still to be addressed, flights are currently restricted to the experts, with plans to roll out a number of experience centres very soon. ABOVE, BELOW & BEYOND 12-14 PROJECT LIVEWIRE HARLEY DAVIDSON Growling gas engines might be synonymous with Harley Davidson motorbikes, but that hasn’t stopped the brand from designing an electric version, otherwise known as Project LiveWire. “Think electric guitar, not electric car,” they say. And while LiveWire is currently just a concept (albeit one set to become a reality in the next few years), there are plenty of other manufacturers who already have electric bikes on the market. And for those who choose to scoot instead of motor, the Vespa Elettrica is set to go on sale later this year. TRITON 3300/3 TRITON “Once you’ve seen Antarctica above the water, what do you think it looks underwater?’ So says the owner of Legend, one of the many explorer yachts that now come kitted out with a submarine, or two. Triton, a US-based company produces some of the most advanced subs on earth. Their most popular offering, the 3300/3 has an air-conditioned pod for up to three people and can dive down to 1,000 metres. Earlier this year, a couple even exchanged vows in a Triton sub, deep underwater off the coast of New Providence in the Bahamas. HOVER high in the sky, dive to the depths of the OCEAN FLOOR or just floor it SILENTLY on the road. These TOYS will have you going places TRANSFORMING THE FRAME 360 DEGREE SELFIE SAMSUNG ‘Surroundies’ are set to become the new selfies, thanks to a wave of new pocket-size spherical cameras, which enable 360-degree pictures. Viewers just need move mouse or finger to take it all in. 9-11 OMNI VR GO-PRO With six cameras integrated into one sturdy rig, the new Go Pro Omni stiches together 360-degree footage for VR seamlessly. Settings are synched from one master camera, making it quick and easy to use, too. TL 2 LEICA Machined from a single block of aluminium and three times faster than any of its predecessors, the touchscreen Leica TL2 is a triumph of form and function, plus, it connects to your mobile for easy sharing. ONCE YOU’VE SEEN ANTARCTICA ABOVE THE WATER, WHAT DO YOU THINK IT LOOKS LIKE UNDERWATER? Innovations in IMAGE-MAKING are CHANGING the way we see the WORLD ANGELO BONATI
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This year’s fast and furious America’s Cup in Bermuda was hailed as the ‘F1 on water’ by many.
With such serious amounts of money involved in both sports, the comparisons are perhaps inevitable – but actually, the similarities go far beyond the financial.
The high-performance, 50 foot catamarans built for the America’s Cup, which appear to fly above the water (and in fact, are capable of sailing four times faster than the wind), operate on the sort of cuttingedge technological innovations that are more often associated with F1 race cars. They share the same engineering challenges too, which lie in maximizing efficiency within strict design rules. It is no surprise that some of the leading experts involved in this year’s event were plucked directly from the car industry.
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world championships as an engineer and CEO – before heading to Land Rover BAR to help Ben Ainslie and co in this year’s Bermuda competition. The team may not
the game. New steering technology borrowed from Land Rover enabled unprecedented levels of accuracy, allowing Ben to adjust the boat’s hydrofoils with expert precision, while every test session generated 16GB of data from built-in sensors. The America’s Cup trophy has been going strong for 166 years; time will tell what new technology will emerge in time for the next edition. NEW TO THE PARTY THE NEXT FRONTIER The AMERICA’S CUP is evidence that HEALTHY COMPETITION acts as a CATALYST for innovation and TECHNOLOGICAL advances INNOVATIONS THAT ARE MORE OFTEN ASSOCIATED WITH F1 RACE CARS 18-19 Grab a drink and FOLLOW the MUSIC –CELEBRATIONS are taking a new turn GRAPHENE Q ORA SOUND Much-hyped mega-material graphene finds a suitable home in headphones with the launch of Ora. Along with flawless sound quality and improved audio precision, the use of graphene also promises improved battery life. OPN COCKTAIL LIBRARY PERNOD RICARD Cluttered cocktail cabinets might soon be a thing of the past as Pernod Ricard introduces this innovative drinks ‘library,’ where spirits come neatly stacked in rectangular cartridges. The docking station beneath monitors liquid levels, ensuring you’re never left high and dry. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE The idea that computers might one day be able to think like humans has been around for decades. In recent years, though, AI has progressed at lightning speed, bringing us self-driving cars, real-time voice translation and IBM’s Watson, which famously played against humans in US quiz show Jeopardy – and won. AI has also had an impact on wealth management and high net worth individuals, with robo advisors using complex algorithms to sift through big data and assist financial decisions. Free from emotional bias and available around-the-clock – it’s little wonder AI has found a growing fan base in the finance world. SCREENLESS DISPLAY We are all glued to our mobiles and laptops, and soon, it seems, we might not even need to carry around physical screens to maintain our unhealthy obsession. Fast-evolving screenless display technology opens the door to a future in which we will be able to project images directly onto thin air. The benefits are wideranging, but the removal of space constraints is seen as major game changer, as the size of our devices would notably shrink. Lower battery consumption and improved privacy are further advantages to this new tech, which is expected to gather pace in the next few years. PROJECT LOON X DEVELOPMENT Many of us take internet access for granted, but for billions living in rural and remote areas, connectivity is still a struggle. Project Loon is a Google-led effort to help these lesser-served areas get online. Their solution lies in helium-filled, tennis-court sized balloons, which float on the edge of space. Special software helps these giant, airborne contraptions take advantage of favourable winds, enabling them to float over land for longer, powering internet access on the ground as they go. The TECHNOLOGY we use to COMMUNICATE today was once the stuff of SCIENCE FICTION – but further MIND-BLOWING changes are on the way 11 PURSUIT ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION 10 ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION PURSUIT TWENTY TECHNOLOGICAL BREAKTHROUGHS FUTURE OF COMMUNICATION IMAGE: GETTY IMAGES IMAGE: HARRY KH/ LAND ROVERBAR
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TOP 10 YACHTS
When forward-thinking designers, innovative engineers and sophisticated customers put their heads together, the results can be mind-blowing. Here, the Ocean Independence team puts forward their top ten yachts, all of which employ pioneering technology to set them apart from the competition
The New Zealand yachting scene is very much in the spotlight right now, thanks in part to Team New Zealand’s win at this year’s adrenalin-fuelled America’s Cup in Bermuda. Built by New Zealand Yachts in 2005 and then refitted in 2016, this is a slick, 35m wavepiercing yacht, accommodating ten guests across five staterooms. Kitted out with all the requisite toys and equipment, including deep-sea fishing gear, kiteboards and wakeboards, and with a maximum speed of 18 knots, she provides the perfect base from which to explore the hugely exciting waters around Australia, New Zealand and beyond. UK-based Ken Freivokh, famed for designing the 88m Maltese Falcon, is the man to thank for the boat’s exceptional interior and exterior design.
Not many superyachts can boast speeds of up to 57 knots –but then again, not many yachts are like Ermis². Her sleek silhouette alone, the work of New Zealand shipyard McMullen & Wing, would be enough to attract attention, but it’s when she is powering through the water at full speed that she becomes the ultimate headturner. Officially the ninth fastest superyacht in the world, according to Boat International’s Top 20 Fastest Yachts list, this is one of the most technically advanced yachts around, her speed owing much to her ultra lightweight carbon fibre construction. At 37 metres, she has plenty of room for eight guests and four crew, too – who can enjoy the Jo Humphreys-designed interiors as they speed through the water in the fastest yacht currently available for sale. Back in the late 18th century, Captain Cook sailed British Royal Navy Research Vessel, HMS Endeavour, on an exciting voyage of discovery to Australia and New Zealand. Today, a newly launched Endeavour 2 pays homage to this pioneering vessel with another groundbreaking boat, designed for long-range cruising and adventure. Built by Rossinavi, this is a fully aluminium, 50m yacht sleeping up to ten guests across five staterooms. Her stats are impressive too; she has a range of 5000 nautical miles and a top speed of 16 knots, thanks to twin diesel engines, which drive two Rolls Royce azimuthing pods. Beyond her transoceanic capabilities, she is also built for comfort; the owner’s suite features a huge, walk-in shower and a private balcony, whilst an amphibious car awaits Bond-style missions. PIONEERS ENDEAVOUR 2 FOR SALE & FOR CHARTER A TRIUMPH IN TECHNOLOGY BLACK PEARL The Maltese Falcon when it launched in 2006, quickly became one of the most recognizable sailing yachts on the planet, winning multiple awards and boasting a revolutionary ‘Falcon Rig.’ It stands to reason, then, that Black Pearl which was inspired by this giant floating icon, will likely inherit that mantle. Many of the original Falcon team members have been involved with this new 105m creation – from famed designer Ken Freivokh to Dykstra Naval Architects – in addition to some new faces, the likes of Dutch builder Oceanco and Nuvolari Lenard design. Together, they have pushed design and technological boundaries to new levels, including a second generation DynaRig across three distinctive black masts, as well as implementing impressive green technologies and innovative power systems. The boat will be built using an aluminium superstructure and a steel hull – and will employ a wave-piercing bow to cut through the water. With accommodation for up to 12 guests across six cabins and space for all the additional luxuries, this tri-deck superyacht looks set to make a lasting impression. PIONEERS SPIRIT FOR CHARTER PIONEERS ERMIS² FOR SALE TOP TEN YACHTS FOR TECHNOLOGY TOP TEN YACHTS FOR TECHNOLOGY 15 PURSUIT ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION 14 ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION PURSUIT
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Italian yard Tecnomar (part of Italian Sea Group) have delivered almost 300 yachts since starting out back in 1987, including the likes of Low Profile, Villa Sul Mare and Talal. Now, hot on their heels, comes the much-anticipated Evo 120 still in build, with delivery scheduled for 2018. This 36.6m superyacht will stay true to the brand’s mission, which lies in combining powerful technology with cutting-edge design and attention to detail. Much of the design, by Nuovi Cantieri Apuania, is still open to her future owner’s personal preferences, but as she stands, there is room for a lounge and dining area, plus a second, more casual American-style dinette and a cinema. Her accommodation layout too is flexible, but in her current state she will be able to sleep eight guests across four staterooms along with five crew. Up on the flybridge a bar, fridge, bbq and Jacuzzi will offer more space for sunbathing and socialising, as she cuts through the water with a range of 1600 nautical miles at 10 knots. ON THE DRAWING BOARD TECNOMAR EVO 120 FOR SALE Ocea yachts is renowned for being a pioneer in aluminium shipbuilding, with production sites dotted along the French Atlantic Coast. One of the next models to come out of the yard will be this handsome 47m aluminium semi-displacement yacht –available to be delivered 24 months from contract. Featuring naval architecture by the late Michel Joubert (one half of the Joubert-Nivelt studio) and with a Franck Darnet exterior – this efficient, plumb bow yacht is set to be quite the trendsetter. Joubert found design inspiration in the 1920s American commuter yachts, used to transport wealthy workers along the Hudson River from Long Island to their offices in the City – the Ocea X47 borrows elements from these historical vessels, adding a cool, contemporary flourish. The boat has enough room to provide a spacious beach club, with accommodation for 12 guests and 11 crew. With a range of 4000 nautical and a cruising speed of 15 knots, this yacht has adventure – as well as eye-catching looks – at its heart. Explorer yachts are becoming more and more popular as owners and charter guests increasingly choose to go the extra mile, seeking out adventure in remote destinations. The brand new Darnet 38 Explorer is designed with such adventure-seeking guests in mind. A collaboration between naval architects Joubert-Nivelt and France-based designer Franck Darnet, this 38m transoceanic boat with a cruising speed of 14 knots, will be designed for comfort as well as long-range ocean passages of up to 4000 nautical miles. Inside, the boat’s future Owner can expect to find an airy saloon, up-to-the-minute home cinema systems, formal dining area and crucially, plenty of al fresco space for sunbathing and outdoor entertainment. French yard Ocea is behind her aluminium structure, which will sleep up to eight guests across four staterooms. Once the boat is sold, she is expected to take 18 months to completion. ON THE DRAWING BOARD OCEA X47 FOR SALE Designed by French design group Finot-Conq and built in Italy by high tech custom boatyard, Maxi Dolphin, Nomad IV is a superfast cruiser made entirely from carbon. Her speedy abilities and cutting edge technology, which include 3Di sails and a carbon mast, have made her a regular at ocean-racing classics and, in fact, she lays claim to winning the gold medal at the RORC (Royal Ocean Racing Club) Transatlantic in 2015, just two years after her launch. Beyond her racing capabilities, there is plenty of room for rest and relaxation in her roomy 30 metres, with large entertaining spaces, and accommodation for up to 12 guests and four crew. A variable draught keel means that access to small, secluded coves is a given, an enormous advantage in the Mediterranean waters she is often to be found in, whilst her lateral ballasts ensure that sailing is as smooth as could be. No two yachts are the same, but Sea Force One really is like no other. Even the exterior – a distinctive black hull topped with a grey superstructure – hints at a yacht that is determined to stand out from the crowd. Inside, it’s clear that entertainment is a priority. From the leather floors, to the multi-coloured LED lighting
waiting to happen. Italian designer Luca Dini is the man behind the interiors and whilst the yacht may sleep just ten guests, he’s ensured there is room for plenty more who might gather on board for parties or dinners. Easy-to-remove furniture leaves space for a huge dancefloor and the dining area can host up to 30 people at once. For downtime, there are two home cinemas, a fold-down beach club as well as a sun deck, which boasts a Jacuzzi and a waterfall.
and DJ console – this is 54 metres of fun
Vicky was the biggest yacht ever to come out of Italian yard Baglietto. This is a superlative boat in more ways than one – an aluminium, longrange cruiser, capable of voyages up to 3700 nautical miles, built to impress, both inside and out. The mood inside owes much to interior designers Savaya and Moroni, whose cool and contemporary footprint (think lightwood floors and flashes of onyx) is evident everywhere, from the five, spacious staterooms, to the airy saloon and communal dining area, which seats ten. Up on the bridge deck, there is more to impress, including a fully-enclosed winter garden, Jacuzzi and a sauna. A progressive boat, built to go the extra mile in more ways than one, she also boasts a touch-and-go helipad, and perhaps most extraordinary of all – her very own aquarium. Kitted out with at-anchor stabilisers, Vicky promises a smooth ride (at up to 23 knots) in the most stylish of settings. FRONT RUNNERS VICKY FOR SALE FRONT RUNNERS NOMAD IV FOR SALE FRONT RUNNERS SEA FORCE ONE FOR CHARTER ON THE DRAWING BOARD DARNET 38M EXPLORER FOR SALE TOP TEN YACHTS FOR TECHNOLOGY TOP TEN YACHTS FOR TECHNOLOGY 17 PURSUIT ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION 16 ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION PURSUIT
ENDEAVOUR 2 LENGTH: 49.9/163'9" YEAR: 2017 BUILDER: ROSSINAVI ASKING: EUR 29,500,000 Designed to bring the outside in, and fully customised for transoceanic cruising tri-deck explorer Endeavour 2 is effortlessly stylish. Her linear layout, minimalist interior design and spacious feel throughout fully complement the outstanding Rossinavi build quality. Her 10 guests are acommodated in 5 beautifully appointed staterooms where luxurious comfort abounds. SALES DIRECTORY SALES DIRECTORY AVA-L LE NGTH: 31.4 m /103'0" YEAR: 1999 BUILDER: BURGER ASKING: USD 2,950,000 TI AMO LE NGTH: 31 m /101'8" YEAR: 2001 BUILDER: SUNSEEKER ASKING: EUR 1,950,000 SPIRIT OF ASHANTI LE NGTH: 30.6 m /100'5" YEAR: 1998 BUILDER: TECNOMARINE ASKING: EUR 950,000 BLACK DIAMOND LE NGTH: 58 m /190'3" YEAR: 1975 BUILDER: N.V. SCHEEPSWERP DEWAAL ASKING: EUR 2,300,000 Converted to an innovative entertainment platform, Black Diamond can welcome 450 guests. Alternatively, she offers an interesting opportunity for conversion to a shadow or explorer vessel. TRANSIT LE NGTH: 51.3 m /168'4" YEAR: 2010 BUILDER: DAMEN ASKING: EUR 7,950,000 Transit is the ultimate support vessel. Ready for customisation with low fuel consumption with innovative axe bow concept and superior motion behaviour. CHARLOTTE LE NGTH: 30.2 m /99'1" YEAR: 1999 BUILDER: CANTIERI NAVALI LAVAGNA ASKING: EUR 600,000 (VAT PAID) SKY'S LIMIT LE NGTH: 16.1 m /52'11" YEAR: 2005 BUILDER: RIVA ASKING: EUR 545,000 (VAT PAID) FIRST HOME LE NGTH: 28 m /92'0" YEAR: 1998 BUILDER: CHEOY LEE ASKING: USD 1,595,000 NEW MASTER LE NGTH: 44.5 m /145'10" YEAR: 2001 BUILDER: BAGLIETTO ASKING: EUR 8,000,000 (VAT PAID) Maintained in outstanding condition, New Master offers the finest in Italian craftsmanship. Classically sophisticated interior, spacious accommodation and impressive deck areas for all occasions. FOUR WISHES LE NGTH: 43.9 m /144'0" YEAR: 2004 BUILDER: PALMER JOHNSON ASKING: USD 11,400,000 Gleaming from her recent interior/exterior refit, Four Wishes radiates simple elegance. Exceptional interior furnishings, the latest tech and spacious, relaxing deck areas complete her appeal. M3 LE NGTH: 44.8 m /147'0" YEAR: 2002 BUILDER: INTERMARINE ASKING: USD 12,495,000 Impressive custom motor yacht M3 built by Intermarine, received a $3,000,000 refit in early 2016 including a new stunning interior by Ari Loar. PROMETEJ LE NGTH: 45 m /147'8" YEAR: 1957 BUILDER: GALATZ CANT SANTIEBUL ASKING: USD 6,000,000 Exuding vintage panache throughout, former ice-breaker Prometej depicts modern minimalism from her fashion designer transformation. Offering spacious accommodation and exceptional entertaining areas. BERZINC LE NGTH: 44.7 m /146'7" YEAR: 1977 BUILDER: ASTILLEROS DE MALLORCA ASKING: EUR 3,800,000 Spacious and contemporary, Berzinc has proven to be a popular charter yacht. Maintained in superb condition, with luxurious accommodation and an extensive water sports inventory. 19 18 PURSUIT ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION PURSUIT ERMIS² LE NGTH: 37.6 m /123'3" YEAR: 2008 BUILDER: MCMULLEN & WING ASKING: EUR 13,000,000 (VAT PAID) With a knockout appearance and top speed of 57 knots, no wonder Ermis² stands out from the crowd. The fastest superyacht currently for sale, she offers pace with comfort, thanks to her strong and lightweight construction. Excellent space; with accommodation for 8-10 guests and high tech amenities in contemporary luxury. EDESIA LE NGTH: 36.9 m /121'1" YEAR: 2014 BUILDER: BENETTI ASKING: EUR 13,250,000 Edesia combines her exceptional construction from the renowned Benetti yard with a distinctive Zuretti interior. MCA and RINA compliant, she offers impressive accommodation, a very spacious foredeck social area plus an endless list of extras. Of particular note is her sundeck with Jacuzzi - the perfect space for relaxing or entertaining. BANDIDO LE NGTH: 43.59 m /143'0" YEAR: 1977 BUILDER: SWIFTSHIPS ASKING: USD 2,950,000 Benefiting from having been recently repainted, Bandido now displays a smart new 'whisper grey' hull. Solid and reliable, this impressive Westport recently completed an extensive refit of major systems and soft furnishings. Offering versatile accommodation for eight guests and outstanding deck spaces, she is the perfect option for relaxed cruising. SPADA LE NGTH: 33.7 m /110'7" YEAR: 1998 BUILDER: HAKVOORT ASKING: EUR 5,450,000 (VAT PAID) Exhibiting superb pedigree from the renowned Hakvoort yard, Spada is the quintessential gentleman’s yacht. Particularly striking is the beautiful central atrium feature that filters light throughout the classic panelled interior. This spacious yacht, which has been used exclusively for family cruising, has a range of 6,500nm and has superb ocean-going capabilities. PAOLYRE LE NGTH: 32.7 m /107'3" YEAR: 2008 BUILDER: OCEA ASKING: EUR 3,990,000 Paolyre possesses both solid build quality and stylish design. This true blue water yacht has proven to be exceptionally functional whilst also economical to run. Continually maintained in excellent condition, her inviting interior and extensive deck spaces are versatile social spaces to either kick-back and relax or spend time entertaining. TECNOMAR EVO120 LE NGTH: 36.6 m /120'1" YEAR: 2019 BUILDER: ITALIAN SEA GROUP ASKING: EUR 12,900,000 Built by The Itanlian Sea Group, renowned for quality workmanship, the Tecnomar Evo 120 simply exudes Italian style. Cutting edge design and head-turning features make her ideal for those looking to stand out from the crowd. Delivery is available in 22 months, dependent upon the required specification. GAME CHANGER A motor yacht is the pinnacle of PERFORMANCE and LUXURY, offering speed, STYLE and expansive space for ULTIMATE COMFORT
JUST FOR FUN LE NGTH: 27 m /88'7" YEAR: 1998 BUILDER: LEOPARD ASKING: USD 1,590,000 ALEXANDRA LE NGTH: 26.8 m /88'0" YEAR: 2014 BUILDER: PRINCESS ASKING: EUR 3,900,000 KAMA BAY LE NGTH: 26.5 m /86'11" YEAR: 1978 BUILDER: R.LOWESTOFT ASKING: EUR EUR 1,950,000 TASMAN LE NGTH: 26.2 m /86'0" YEAR: 2007 BUILDER: CAREY EXPLORER ASKING: USD 3,350,000 DESTINY LE NGTH: 39.6 m /130'0" YEAR: 1992 BUILDER: BROWARD ASKING: EUR 5,300,000 (VAT PAID) SOLSTICE LE NGTH: 19.2 m /63'0" YEAR: 2013 BUILDER: SUNSEEKER ASKING: USD 1,850,000 VICKY LE NGTH: 59.4 m /195'0" YEAR: 2009 BUILDER: BAGLIETTO ASKING: EUR 29,900,000 The largest yacht to launch from Baglietto, Vicky is stylishly unique and in immaculate condition. Her five stateroom layout maximises volume for guests’ comfort and vast deck areas give a range of stunning social zones. With an aquarium, Hamman steam room and unusual winter garden, Vicky is full of surprises. DARNET 38M LE NGTH: 38 m /124'8" YEAR: 2018 BUILDER: OCEA ASKING: EUR 13,500,000 With head-turning design and contemporary lines, the Darnet 38m is a modern explorer. Featuring state of the art equipment, she offers a highly competitive package. RONESANS LE NGTH: 36 m /118'1" YEAR: 2006 BUILDER: SUN YATCILIK ASKING: EUR 2,000,000 This custom built yacht from the Sun Yatcilik shipyard is solid and reliable. With a versatile layout, Ronesans interior styling is both opulent and comfortable. NYMPH LE NGTH: 22.9 m /75'0" YEAR: 1913 BUILDER: MATTHEWS BOAT CO. ASKING: USD 2,700,000 Traditional, stylish and lovingly restored, Nymph captures the essence of a bygone era. Sporting an elegant interior and immaculate wood finishes, she oozes nostalgia. LADYAR B LE NGTH: 26 m /85'5" YEAR: 1984 BUILDER: CODECASA ASKING: EUR 850,000 This traditional canoe-stern Codecasa ensures cruising in comfort with her hydraulic stabilizers. The interior is welcoming with excellent accommodation and spacious relaxation areas on deck. BIMBA A LE NGTH: 26.2 m /86'0" YEAR: 2011 BUILDER: FERRETTI ASKING: EUR 4,300,000 CORVUS LE NGTH: 40 m /131'3" YEAR: 2008 BUILDER: HALKITIS URANIA ASKING: EUR 2,800,000 ROSCIOLI 73 LE NGTH: 22.2 m /73'0" YEAR: 2010 BUILDER: ROSCIOLI ASKING: USD 4,450,000 BULLY LE NGTH: 27.5 m /90'3" YEAR: 1965 BUILDER: MONDOMARINE ASKING: EUR 5,900,000 TUMBLEHOME LE NGTH: 27.4 m /90'0" YEAR: 1997 BUILDER: LYMAN MORSE ASKING: USD 4,495,000 RUWENZORI LE NGTH: 27.3 m /89'7" YEAR: 2011 BUILDER: C-BOAT ASKING: EUR 1,950,000 (VAT PAID) RMK 58 LE NGTH: 58 m /190'3" YEAR: 2019 BUILDER: RMK ASKING: EUR 34,000,000 Being built by the RMK Marine shipyard, renown for both safe and efficient construction, RMK 58 will be available for delivery in 2019. With an exciting steel and aluminum design, it will provide exceptional interior volume with accommodation for twelve guests and sixteen crew. Layout can be modified according to buyer's requirement. ANI LE NGTH: 46.5 m /152'7" YEAR: 2014 BUILDER: GENTECH ASKING: EUR 16,000,000 A stunning MCA/RINA classed yacht, Ani only requires 8 weeks before final delivery can be effected. Built in 2014, her 46.5m length offers an ideal layout, which combined with the contemporary Alex Bratina interior, offers great potential for charter success. This Gentech motor yacht is an elegant modern classic PROJECT OCEA X47 LE NGTH: 47 m /154'2" YEAR: 2019 BUILDER: OCEA ASKING: EUR 23,500,000 A true blue water vessel, this exciting new OCEA semi-displacement project is specialist built in aluminium and available for full customisation by a lucky new owner. Already BV classed and MCA compliant she offers great range for cruising in comfort plus superb accommodation for 12 guests. COMO LE NGTH: 46.7 m /153'3" YEAR: 2012 BUILDER: HEESEN ASKING: EUR 20,900,000 (VAT PAID) Built by Heesen to Lloyd’s class and MCA compliance, Como features an impressive mix of striking side windows, elliptical ports and imposing pelican bow - creating a stylish silhouette. Her interior design by Bannenberg & Rowell benefits from intuitive use of natural light and luxurious décor. Pure pedigree throughout. CELESTIAL HOPE LE NGTH: 47 m /154'2" YEAR: 2008 BUILDER: HEESEN ASKING: EUR 23,000,000 Celestial Hope is an eye-catching Heesen 47, from their innovative high-speed semi-planing series. An outstanding example of top build quality and stylish design, she has been continually maintained in immaculate condition. Providing superb amenities, excellent craftsmanship and designed with comfort in mind - classic meets contemporary in her luxurious interior. CAPE SCOTT 114 LE NGTH: 35 m /114'0" YEAR: 2018 BUILDER: CAPE SCOTT ASKING: USD 15,800,000 A yacht for serious sailors, Cape Scott 114 offers incredible quality at an affordable price. Options for ice class double hull and two exterior styles. ENDURANCE 50 LE NGTH: 49.9 m /163'9" YEAR: 2019 BUILDER: ROSSINAVI ASKING: EUR 27,500,000 The 50m Endurance provides an opportunity to explore the globe on an elegant and seaworthy superyacht. Created to explore remote destinations, this Rossinavi can be available to a new owner just 26 months from signing the build contract. Her high tech spec offers dynamic positioning system, extensive sound insulation and a full displacement, aluminium hull. FAST DISPLACEMENT XL®-300 LE NGTH: 47.5 m /155'10" YEAR: 2019 BUILDER: TBA ASKING: EUR 26,900,000 Combining maximum length, comfort and performance, the sleek XL© Van Oosangen concept offers unprecedented volume with exterior lounge, pool and sun bathing areas. Benefitting from Fiorintino exterior styling and Cristiano interior, the yacht can be constructed from an aluminium hull and superstructure to Lloyds and ABS standards, compliant to LY3. DAYDREAM LE NGTH: 42.6 m /139'9" YEAR: 1991 BUILDER: CHRISTENSEN ASKING: EUR 4,900,000 Blessed with a spacious layout both inside and out, beautiful Daydream is simply a great Christensen. Well-maintained and continually upgraded she is an exceptionally popular yacht. COSTA MAGNA LE NGTH: 44.5 m /146'0" YEAR: 1983 BUILDER: PROTEKSAN ASKING: EUR 3,790,000 Boasting incredible volume, the oceangoing ability of immaculate Costa Magna combines perfectly with luxurious accommodation and deck spaces. RINA commercially coded and in Class Bureau Veritas. MORE LE NGTH: 44.2 m /145'0" YEAR: 2003 BUILDER: BENETTI ASKING: EUR 8,000,000 Benetti Vision in superb, newly-refitted condition; recently passed her Lloyds intermediate 2.5yr survey. Immensely popular due to spacious decks and outstanding interior areas, her appeal is obvious. SALES DIRECTORY SALES DIRECTORY 21 20 PURSUIT ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION PURSUIT
MEIRA
LE NGTH: 50 m /164'0" YEAR: 2017
BUILDER: NETA MARINE
ASKING: EUR 15,500,000
PHRYNE
LE NGTH: 49.8 m /163'5" YEAR: 1999
BUILDER: PERINI NAVI
ASKING: EUR 9,900,000
DIXON 46
LE NGTH: 46.4 m /152'3" YEAR: 2018
BUILDER: ALLA YACHTS
ASKING: EUR 19,950,000
ZEFIRO
LE NGTH: 30.2 m /99'0" YEAR: 2009
BUILDER: SOUTHERN WIND ASKING: EUR 4,500,000
PERLA DEL MARE
LE NGTH: 42.2 m /138'5"
YEAR: 2010
BUILDER: SABA YACHTS
ASKING: POA
SCORPIONE DEI MARI
LE NGTH: 29.1 m /95'6" YEAR: 2005
BUILDER: JONGERT ASKING: EUR 3,750,000 (VAT PAID)
INFATUATION
LE NGTH: 41.6 m /136'4"
YEAR: 2004
BUILDER: 'JONGERT YACHTS
ASKING: EUR 2,900,000
SUNNY HILL
LE NGTH: 36.0 m /118'0"
YEAR: 1987
BUILDER: DE AMSTEL
ASKING: EUR 3,490,000
CHAOS
LE NGTH: 17.3 m /57'0"
YEAR: 2003
BUILDER: GRAND BANKS ASKING: USD 1,290,000
APREAMARE MAESTRO 56 LE
PAID)
SILVERTIP LE NGTH: 33.8 m /110'11" YEAR: 2001 BUILDER: YACHTING DEVELOPMENTS ASKING: EUR 5,400,000 A high quality, Dubois designed cruiser/racer, Silvertip delivers consistent performance consistently. Meticulously upgraded, this high pedigree thoroughbred has a light interior and superb cockpit arrangement. NOMAD IV LE NGTH: 30.5 m /100'0" YEAR: 2013 BUILDER: MAXI DOLPHIN ASKING: EUR 8,000,000 Nomad IV has been developed as a high speed, stable, performance cruising yacht. Her high volume creates spacious and comfortable accommodation within an ultra-modern design. THIS IS US LENGTH: 41.8M/137'3" BUILDER: HOLLAND JACHTBOUW YEAR: 2005 ASKING: EUR 6,950,000 A beautifully classic yet modern schooner, This is Us was built by the renowned Holland Jachtbouw. Consistently maintained in pristine condition, she offers performance family cruising or indeed exciting racing opportunities. Light and inviting, her beautiful furnishings compliment the rich wood interior, a perfect match for the sleek exterior. SMILING T LE NGTH: 28.2 m /92'6" YEAR: 2012 BUILDER: JADE YACHTS ASKING: EUR 6,900,000 (VAT PAID) Compact yet voluminous, Smiling T is an immaculate explorer yacht with transatlantic range. Extensive features and facilities including zerospeed stabilizers and wonderful sun deck Jacuzzi. BELLE ISLE LE NGTH: 27.2 m /89'4" YEAR: 2010 BUILDER: KINGSHIP ASKING: EUR 4,500,000 Designed for adventurous travel, every feature on BELLE ISLE guarantees comfort and luxury. The spacious interior and wonderful decks add to her ocean-going charm. ROMA LE NGTH: 25.7 m /84'3" YEAR: 2005 BUILDER: LATINA MARINE ASKING: EUR 2,600,000 (VAT PAID) CAPERCAILLIE LE NGTH: 24.7 m /81'0" YEAR: 1993 BUILDER: SWAN ASKING: EUR 960,000 BAGHEERA LE NGTH: 21.3 m /69'9" YEAR: 2006 BUILDER: SOLARIS ASKING: EUR 1,600,000 RAPIER 550 LE NGTH: 16.8 m /54'11" YEAR: 2018 BUILDER: RAPIER ASKING: EUR 2,500,000 OTAM CUSTOM 35 LE NGTH: 35.3 m /115'10" YEAR: 2018 BUILDER: OTAM ASKING: EUR 13,600,000 PHOENIX LE NGTH: 36 m /118'1" YEAR: 2003 BUILDER: LEIGHT NOTIKA ASKING: EUR 2,500,000 This very popular charter yacht is sleek, fast and chic. Phoenix benefits from a minimalist Metrica interior, sophisticated lighting system and impressive water sports equipment. CALLISTO LE NGTH: 24.4 m /80'0" YEAR: 1995 BUILDER: NAUTOR'S SWAN ASKING: EUR 1,050,000 THULA LE NGTH: 21.9 m /71'10" YEAR: 1985 BUILDER: ROYAL HUISMAN ASKING: EUR 890,000 (VAT PAID) SHAHA LE NGTH: 34.6 m /113'7" YEAR: 1978 BUILDER: SNCB ASKING: EUR 2,800,000 SYS3 LE NGTH: 3.2 m /10'6" YEAR: 2017 BUILDER: U-BOAT WORX ASKING: EUR 1,995,000 SALU LE NGTH: 30.2 m /99'0" YEAR: 2008 BUILDER: BENETTI ASKING: EUR 4,950,000 Receiving boundless acclaim, Salu is immaculately maintained and hugely popular. Zero speed stabilizers, the latest AV system and comprehensive water toys further enhance her appeal. GHOST LE NGTH: 35.8 m /117'5" YEAR: 2012 BUILDER: DAMEN ASKING: EUR 4,900,000 From the Damen Group, Ghost offers the opportunity to customize a fast cruising support vessel. Her radical hull shape ensures incomparable seaworthiness at all times. SALES DIRECTORY SALES DIRECTORY MERRYMAID LE NGTH: 34.1 m /111'11" YEAR: 1904 BUILDER: CAMPER & NICHOLSONS ASKING: EUR 6,500,000 SEAQUELL LE NGTH: 32.9 m /108'0" YEAR: 1992 BUILDER: ALLOY YACHTS ASKING: USD 4,350,000 ALARIFE CIEN LE NGTH: 30.2 m /99'1" YEAR: 2006 BUILDER: BD YACHTS ASKING: EUR 3,500,000 (VAT PAID) SUSANNE AF STOCKHOLM LE NGTH: 30.2 m /99'0" YEAR: 1990 BUILDER: TREHARD SHIPBUILDERS ASKING: EUR 1,750,000 ADEVIYE LE NGTH: 30.6 m /100'5" YEAR: 1969 BUILDER: NAVALCANTIERI ASKING: EUR 850,000 HAVANA LE NGTH: 30.4 m /99'9" YEAR: 2000 BUILDER: VITTERS SHIPYARD ASKING: EUR 3,975,000 (VAT
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NGTH:
m
YEAR: 2016 BUILDER:
ASKING: EUR
NGTH:
KING ASKING:
ASKING:
17.2
/56'6"
APREAMARE
1,796,000 OCEAN KING 110 LE
34.2 m /112'1" YEAR: 2003 BUILDER: OCEAN
EUR 9,800,000 MAESTRO OF GIBRALTAR LE NGTH: 29.4 m /96'5" YEAR: 2009 BUILDER: PRINCESS
EUR 2,900,000
SWEET SALT
YEAR: 2016 BUILDER: OCEAN ALEXANDER ASKING: USD 3,600,000 SAPUCAI LE NGTH: 21.1 m /69'3" YEAR: 2008 BUILDER: PRESIDENT ASKING: EUR 1,300,000 SUNSHINE LE NGTH: 19.5 m /63'11" YEAR: 2003 BUILDER: FERRETTI ASKING: EUR 390,000 APREAMARE MAESTRO 82 LE NGTH: 24.2 m /79'3" YEAR: 2017 BUILDER: APREAMARE ASKING: EUR 5,200,000 NEPHELE LE NGTH: 34.2 m /112'1" YEAR: 2003 BUILDER: MCMULLEN & WING LTD ASKING: EUR 4,000,000 THRILL SEEKER A sailing yacht unites EXHILARATION and ELEGANCE, offering unsurpassed FREEDOM, power and EXCPETIONAL ADVENTURE Offering outstanding volume for her size, the aluminium construction of the Otam 35 allows for full customization. Stunning and unique designs by Tommaso Spadolini are ideal to create stylish interiors to fit individual requirements with flexibility. A versatile option for the discerning yachtsman looking for that personal touch.
LE NGTH: 21.5 m /70'6"
Explaining the benefits of EXCELERATE to the yachting industry is tricky, without a first-hand DEMONSTRATION. So the company has bought a SUNSEEKER. Here, David Savage, group executive chairman, explains the BRAINS behind this pricey investment
In today’s digitally-driven world, staying connected is pretty much non-negotiable. Even on a yacht, isolated in the middle of the ocean, owners expect to be able to continue to run businesses, make phonecalls, stream videos and everything in between. Of course, all of this is already possible to some degree, but away from the relative safety of a marina, WI-FI and mobile networks can fail – leaving owners and their guests frustrated.
Enter Excelerate, the global marketleading provider of satellite and wireless solutions. Whilst their core business concentrates on providing incident ground technology across the government and emergency services markets, they’ve recently spotted a gap in the marine sector. “Excelerate owns substantial amounts of satellite capacity and we control that in real time,” explains David Savage, group chairman. “There is no reason why that same capacity can’t be applied to yachts.”
CA Sunseeker 94 was purchased from Ocean Independance as a demonstration platform. “In our core business we realised we weren’t going to succeed unless we could show people what we did, instead of just pointing to a brochure,” explains Savage.
For that reason, the company used demo command vehicles to allow customers to experience the technology first hand.
“Why
That unrivalled level of connection in the yachting world would surely relieve a lot of headaches, but is it really necessary in the popular hotspots of the Med? “Surprisingly, there are many areas with very poor 4G,” explains Savage. “Monaco is famous for having a terrible network and it’s the same with St Tropez; you can forget replying to urgent emails or streaming your music – the only way to achieve it is by some other, more reliable, means, which we can provide.”
which promises fearsome power as soon as you press the start button, the car boasts Protective Chassis Control II, a new technology conceived as part of a five-year PhD project, which helps maximize grip on the go. So
far so impressive, but there’s more. The car also benefits from a clever carbonfibre core, which helps make for a high-strength, low-weight passenger cell. Oh, and it can go from 0-62 mph in just 2.9 seconds. The question is, where to take this trailblazing supercar?
“Edel & Stark provides sports car tours across Europe and the United Arab Emirates,” explains Lüchinger. “Each one is guided by several of our employees, all of whom are well-trained and know every insider tip along the way. Guests can just put their hands on the steering wheel and enjoy the ride.” Some of the most popular tours include Italy’s winding Stelvio Pass, voted as the most beautiful driving road in the world by Top Gear; exclusive access to the top of Jabal Akhdar mountain in Oman; or a racing day with the Holy Trinity, Ferrari LaFerrari, McLaren P1
wouldn’t that same logic work in the maritime industry?’ says Savage. “Rather than just taking our word for it, customers can come on board.” Excelerate Z is currently undergoing a technical upgrade and will be anchored nearby Monaco Yacht Show. Visits by car or tender are being accommodated. Toby Maclaurin, sales and marketing director at Ocean Independence shares Savage’s enthusiasm. “With rave captain reviews and a very commercial approach, we are certain Excelerate will be a welcome newcomer in the yachting communications market. A company so dedicated to cracking open the market, they bought a yacht to prove it. We were delighted to have acted for them in the buying process.” www.exceleratemarine.com EXCELERATE OWNS SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNTS OF SATELLITE CAPACITY AND WE CONTROL THAT IN REAL TIME PROVING THE PRODUCT WORKS PIONEERS EXCELERATE TOP GEAR TOUR INNOVATIVE supercars like the new MCLAREN 720S deserve to be taken on the most rip-roaring of ROAD TRIPS. Edel & Stark has it covered
ar hire has not traditionally been the most glamorous of industries, but Edel & Stark changed all that when they launched back in 2011. Created with discerning drivers and supercar enthusiasts in mind, the company boasts a fleet of diverse highend motors for hire, as well as offering limousine services and luxury sports car tours. With the latest Aston Martins, Bentleys, Ferraris and Lamborghinis to choose from, amongst others, they bring some of the most advanced cars in the world right to the doorstep of those who want to put pedal to metal in unrivalled style. “Our aim was always to become a leading provider of high-quality transport solutions and sports car rentals in Europe and the United Arab Emirates,” explains Benedikt Lüchinger, Edel & Stark’s CEO. “The founders of the company used to work in the five-star hospitality industry, so they adapted this service quality to the luxury car rental segment.” One of the latest and greatest cars available to hire at Edel & Stark is the McLaren 720S, a triumph of technology and design which is faster, stronger and lighter than any of its predecessors. Beyond the illuminated 4.0 litre M840T engine,
and Porsche 918 Spyder, on a race track in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. “Basically, we provide our clients with outstanding ideas for everlasting memories,” adds Lüchinger. Thanks to the company’s adoption of the latest drone technology – those precious memories will be captured on camera forever – with additional options for 360-degree camera footage both inside and on top of the vehicle. Walkie-talkies ensure communication is quick and easy, and a bespoke on-demand app helps users stay up-to-date with every aspect of their trip. As far as road trips go, it looks like Edel & Stark are streets ahead. www.edelstark.com EXCLUSIVE RACING DAY WITH THE HOLY TRINITY IN DUBAI EDEL AND STARK TOP GEAR TOUR 25 PURSUIT ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION 24 ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY EDITION PURSUIT
This AMBITIOUS yacht’s SCIENTIFIC ACHIEVEMENTS are impressive enough in isolation – but she’s a remarkable CHARTER YACHT, too
Charter guests seeking adventure may struggle to find a yacht as fit for purpose as Plan B. This is a solid 50m boat with exploration in her genes. Originally built for the Australian Navy in the 1970s, she spent her former life mapping the Great Barrier Reef and beyond – before being decommissioned in the late 1990s.
Today – as Plan B – she may have shed her rugged looks and transformed into a fully kitted-out, luxurious superyacht – but she continues to take the path less travelled – and has circumnavigated the globe numerous times under private ownership.
Many of the charter routes she takes are only accessible by private yacht – feeding guests’ growing appetites for truly remote travel. In Patagonia, one of her most popular destinations, it’s totally normal for guests not to encounter another soul for days at a time, as they paddle through glaciers, try their hand at heli-kayaking, fly-fish in lagoons or hike along volcanoes. And whilst encounters with other humans may be rare, Magellen penguins, sea lions, blue whales and humpack whales are often out in force, enabling unforgettable close encounters in the most tranquil and secluded of environments.
Expedition travel for the owner and charter guests might be sufficient for some – but not for Plan B. A large part of her time is spent hosting top scientists on marine research initiatives, everywhere from Panama and Palau to Fiji and New Caledonia. The boat works closely with both NatGeo’s Pristine Seas programme, established in 2008 to help protect the last wild places in the ocean, and The Waitt Institute, which empowers communities to restore their oceans. Together, they have helped to protect millions of square kilometres of ‘national parks of the sea.’
In the past twelve months alone, there have been scientific expeditions to Robinson Crusoe Island, Cape Horn and Tonga.
Adopting the latest technologies, for a yacht as pioneering as Plan B – is crucial – and for her scientific expeditions, she is kitted out with the likes of baited underwater remote video cameras, as well as remote operated underwater robots, otherwise known as ‘Seaeye Falcons’. In February, when Plan B travelled to Alejandro Selkirk Island, 181km west of Robinson Crusoe Island in the Pacific, this equipment proved crucial. The team conducted 185 dives down to a depth of 112 feet – spending a mind-blowing 213 hours beneath the surface. The various underwater devices enabled the team to collect a massive 30 terabytes of data – all of which will be used to help study the ecosystems of these beautiful islands. Happily, amidst all the research, Plan B still finds time for charter guests and over the past twelve months, she’s
MANY OF THE CHARTER ROUTES SHE TAKES ARE ONLY ACCESSIBLE BY PRIVATE YACHT – FEEDING GUESTS’ APPETITES FOR TRULY REMOTE TRAVEL CAPTAIN, IAN GARATY
found time to host trips to Tahiti, Bora Bora, French Polynesia, the Pitcairn Islands in the southern Pacific and many more. Plan B might be an unusually busy yacht –with her research missions and exhaustive route map, but charter guests will find that they can relax to their heart’s content on board. Thanks to her naval heritage and wide beam, this is a yacht that feels refreshingly airy and spacious; there’s room for 12 guests and 13 crew, as well as a gym, open-air cinema, Jacuzzi deck and expansive communal areas. This is adventure travel at its most comfortable – where will you take
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