ONBOARD Magazine - The German Superyacht Industry

Made in GERMANY 52 pages of the best of design, innovation and manufacturing

Germany is a market leader in many industries and within the superyacht industry this is certainly true. Some of the world’s most prestigious yachts come from Germany, backed by a whole host of companies delivering innovation, forward thinking design and overall excellence

The German Issue

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GO GERMANY German facts, figures and statistics FAMOUSLY GERMAN Talitha is one of the world’s first superyachts with an exceptional pedigree. Originally penned by naval architects Cox & Stevens, leading designers of their day, she was built by F. Krupp in Kiel, Germany. First known as Reveler, she was delivered in 1929 to Russell Algar, chairman of the Packard Car Company. A string of high-profile owners ensued, including Sir John Paul Getty, Jr. in the 1930s. Getty commissioned an exterior and interior redesign by late superyacht designer Jon Bannenberg and, in 1993 a full reconstruction was completed at the Devonport shipyard in Plymouth, U.K. Regular refits since, including a 1999 newly installed wheelhouse, has made Talitha a popular charter yacht.

Germany has a highly skilled labour force and a high level of innovation. It is the world’s third largest exporter and third largest importer of goods, and has the largest economy in Europe, which is also the world’s fourth-largest economy

32 knots Speed of Azzam, the largest yacht in the world, powered by a combination of two gas turbines and two diesel engines through four pump jets

HIGHS AND LOWS

DID YOU KNOW? Germany has the second most borders of any European country. It borders nine countries: Denmark, Poland, Czech Republic, Switzerland, Austria, France, Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands and shares a maritime border with Sweden and the United Kingdom

Highest point The Zugspitze at 2,962 metres (9,718 ft)

Lowest point Neuendorf-Sachsenbande at 3.54 metres (11.6 ft)

NORTHERNMOST POINT Rodenäs, SchleswigHolstein 54°54’N 8°49’E SOUTHERNMOST POINT Haldenwanger Eck, Oberstdorf, Bavaria 47°16’12.39”N 10°10’41.95”E WESTERNMOST POINT Isenbruch, Selfkant, North Rhine-Westphalia 51°3’N 5°52’E EASTERNMOST POINT Deschka, Neißeaue, Saxony 51°16’N 15°2’E

WATERY FACTS

865 km

2389 km

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The length of the Rhine river within Germany

The length of the German coastline

Germany has 56 coastal islands

15,917 tons M/Y DILBAR - the world’s largest yacht in gross tons

SUPERYACHTS

Delivered 2021 Number Total GT Average GT Average LOA

5 6,130 142m 108m

To launch 2022 Number Average GT Longest LOA Average LOA

12 66,942 5,578 105.5m

Orders 2022+ Number Total GT Average GT Average length

10 66,062 6,606 112m

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OUTDOOR FURNITURE FOR YACHTS MADE IN GERMANY th e w us at V is i t a c ht S h o Y a co Mon

Only the finest materials are used for this masterpiece of craftsmanship, such as solid teak wood, polished stainless steel, and luxurious fabrics. Get in touch for more information, or visit our exhibition stand at the Monaco Yacht Show.

Siebensee is the specialist in designing and manufacturing outdoor furniture for yachts. Each piece of our furniture is handcrafted to perfection, just like our new director’s chair.

Siebensee Outdoor Furniture . www.siebensee.com . info@siebensee.com . Tel. +49 5274 980 116

DIM2WARM TECHNOLOGY With the brand new „dim2warm“ technology prebit has developed several luminaires with warm-tone dimming. A high-quality control system for the color temperature ensures that the light actually gets a warmer color temperature (from 3000 - 2200 K).

prebit USB-LOADER some LED lights from our prebit main catalog are now also available as a version with USB charger, 3A even strong enough to charge your tablet.

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MADE IN GERMANY THE STAMP OF QUALITY

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he Deutsche Yachten working group brings together around 60 companies involved in various aspects of superyacht building and promotes understanding between members, ensuring smooth cooperation and the development of new ideas. The result is often innovative products, better workflows and world renowned yachts.

Design & Engineering The construction of a yacht is the synthesis of design, fabrication and the planning of functional systems with high aesthetic standards. The constructors and designers are at the beginning of every project and together with the future owner they create a unique yacht. The DEUTSCHE YACHTEN consortium brings together world-renowned specialists with complementary services and products, representing the full range of construction, design and consultancy.

Equipment & Propulsion German mechanical engineering is one of the world’s leaders in the industry thanks to its high-quality products. This is certainly true for the maritime sector, which is represented in our consortium by some of the world’s leading companies.

Whether marine engines, propellers, onboard hydraulics or water systems: the quality of German products are in demand internationally and define the high standards of yachts built in Germany.

Shipyards Our group is represented by some of the world’s leading and most respected shipyards. In their entirety, they all realise the construction of yachts under the ‘Made in Germany’ seal of quality. Whether new construction, conversion or refit, the highest standards are met in all these areas - and thus represent what German superyacht building is known for worldwide, the construction of the finest quality yachts.

Service & Consulting Expert yacht and industry knowledge is the basis for a professional and personalised service that supports owners and their crews

in operating their yachts. Whether brokers, charterers, insurers, lawyers, experts or management companies, all companies of the DEUTSCHE YACHTEN group bring a high degree of very specialist international know-how from their respective areas of competence and guarantee the safe and stress free operation of the yachts.

Managing Director of Deutsche Yachten Claus-Ehlert Meyer looks at how the collaborative members bring together their knowledge and expertise to drive innovation and continue to launch prestigious ground breaking yachts

Interior & Supplies The high quality and individual interiors of megayachts correspond to the dreams of their owners. These versions are realised by highly specialised craftsmen and designers that give the owners a unique attitude to life on board. Our members are familiar with the high expectations of owners and ensure that aesthetics, exclusivity and functionality form a successful synthesis.

Rigging & Sails The enormous forces acting on the rigging, fittings and sails of superyachts require special expertise in their design and manufacture. The companies of the DEUTSCHE YACHTEN consortium in this field have an excellent reputation worldwide, they have been proving their competence for decades and are known for their innovations. Complete solutions offered after individual consultation have proven just as successful as bespoke products manufactured according to the owner’s wishes, which deliver the optimal performance for the yachts.

Software & Electronics Competent advice, integrative solutions and comprehensive service are offered by the companies at DEUTSCHE YACHTEN, which are active in the area of onboard software and electronics. Following the standards set by the classification societies, bridge consoles with fully integrated navigation and communication systems, the monitoring of all technical components, as well as software solutions, interior and exterior lighting systems and many other products and services are offered for megayachts.

The complementary overall solutions are a guarantee for optimal and maintenance friendly operation at the highest level.

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PIONEERING GERMAN HERITAGE As one of the premier shipyards in Europe, Lürssen is a trusted name in yacht building. The brand is renowned for its new construction yachts that are as beautiful as they are powerful, functional and innovative

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o lead in terms of quality and performance, that should be my company’s reputation.”

This ambition of company founder Friedrich Lürßen in 1875 still characterises the philosophy of the Bremen-based shipyard today.

The firm’s deep-rooted connection to shipbuilding and German seafaring excellence is evident in every hull launched by the renowned builder.

All Lürssen yachts are custom built to owners’ specifications with an uncompromising dedication to quality and style.

shipyard could meet his strong demands for a truly bespoke 55-metre yacht with an unusual but for him perfectly fitted layout. And, perhaps one of the most publicised yacht deliveries across the industry’s media platforms was the February 2021 launch of project Opus, now christened NORD. “Nord was designed with one idea in mind: she must cause strong emotions in every observer, not only through her sheer size, but with the design itself.”

Lürssen builds yachts from 55m in length to larger than 180m. Lürssen’s advanced craftspeople, technicians, naval architects and specialised engineers collaborate flexibly with one another and yacht owners to create bold, poetic floating works of art.

“No one should be left indifferent,” says Dan Lenard of the yachts design studio NuvolariLenard. “Whether you like the design or not, it must strike you. Nord is a serious ship first and foremost, but she also transcends the traditional language of yacht design. She is a warship wearing a tuxedo, an explorer with the elegance of a gentleman’s yacht. Together, we have entered a new direction in serious yacht design.”

Three notable launches in 2021 were; project JAG, a 122m built for an experienced owner who in fact upgraded from a previous 96 metre Lürssen yacht.

With a 17.80m beam, JAG boasts extraordinary volumes but manages to maintain its sleek and elegant lines. To launch later in 2021 is project 13800 a bespoke 55m yacht. The launch will be exactly three years after the owner signed the contract with Lürssen, convinced that no other

With eight production facilities in North Germany, Lürssen has highly specialised and cutting edge shipyard equipment at its disposal which enables more than 2,800 highly qualified employees to build, overhaul and repair ships. A central characteristic of the owner operated shipbuilding company is its independence from any kind of outside influence. The quality of the products alone is the measure of all things.

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THE INNOVATION LAB WAS ESTABLISHED TO SIMULATE AND TEST THE INTEGRATION AND OPERATION OF A MARINE HYBRID FUEL CELL SYSTEM ON BOARD A YACHT POWERED BY METHANOL Innovation is a major driving force behind the company across all its departments and the company is proud to have launched some of the industry’s most unique and boundary pushing yachts on the ocean.

As part of this company ethos, Lürssen set up an Innovation Laboratory which will be ready for launch Q4 of 2021.

At this time Lürssen is building it’s first yacht with fuel cell technology for a pioneering and technology driven client. The fuel cell is flanking the conventional generators and is a big step to an emission free Lürssen yacht. This innovative technology makes it possible to anchor emission-free for 15 days or cruise 1000 miles at slow speed.

Peter Lürssen states: “My grandfather built the world’s first motorboat in 1886, my dream is to be the first to build a yacht without a combustion engine.”

The innovation Lab was established to simulate and test the integration and operation of a Marine Hybrid Fuel Cell System on board a yacht powered by methanol.

Since 2005 Lürssen has been involved in research projects aimed at using fuel cells on ships in order to advance sustainable shipbuilding. “We don’t just want to use the latest technology on our yacht – we want to advance the status quo. And in order to change things, you have to be active. That is why we have teamed up with several top partners,” says Peter Lürssen.

Since 2009 Lürssen is partner in the national research project which is called Pa-X-ell.

In addition to Lürssen the other partners are: Besecke, Carnival Maritime, DLR, DNV, EPEA, Freudenberg and Meyer Werft. The aim is the development and testing of a hybrid energy system with a new generation of PEM fuel cells for yachts and seagoing passenger vessels.

Dr. Justus Reinke, managing director of Lürssen confirms: “The Innovation Laboratory will be ready in summer 2021 and under real life ambient conditions

and with all required auxiliary systems we consider this demonstration plant to be the final preparations to bring fuels cells on board a yacht successfully. It will definitely bring us a step closer to a CO2 emission free Lürssen yacht.”

Lürssen has committed to a strategic partnership with Freudenberg, one of the leading experts for maritime fuel cells and a global technology group with around 48,000 employees in 60 countries. Peter Lürssen says: “With Freudenberg we have a strong partner at our side. We both have the aim to bring fuel cells on-board ships in the near future and revolutionise the yacht’s energy and propulsion system.”

Lürssen’s and Freudenberg’s concept is a fuel cell driven by hydrogen which is reformed from methanol. The choice of methanol rather than elemental hydrogen has been made due to its higher energy density, the simplicity of handling and easy world wide availability. But most important, methanol can be stored in structural tanks in the double bottom of a yacht in contrast to pressurised or liquefied hydrogen which requires valuable space above the tank top and extensive tank structures.

Dr. Manfred Stefener, Head of the Lead Center Fuel Cell Systems of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies explains: “Based on our vast knowledge in Fuel Cell Systems and Hydrogen generation by reforming methanol in connection with Freudenberg’s proven industrialisation expertise, we are committed to realise innovative power and propulsion solutions for the maritime industry. We are happy to have Lürssen as partner for bringing the combination of the mature polymer electrolyte fuel cells (PEMFC) with an efficient conversion process of methanol into hydrogen on the first yacht worldwide.”

Methanol is an important base material for the chemical industry and has been an option to be used as clean fuel for decades.

When produced from renewable sources like by CO2 capturing from the atmosphere, methanol, is completely climate-neutral.

Peter Lürssen comments: “Due to the low dynamic capability of fuel cells the system layout and the combination with other energy converters and storages is the key for a successful fuel cell power system.

This is a ground breaking development and means that future owners will be able to cruise in highly-protected marine areas in the comfort of knowing that their yacht is capable of running its systems with zero emissions.”

As a family-run shipyard, Lürssen sees itself as having a special responsibility not only to its customers, but in equal measure to its employees as well. Therefore, the 2,800 people rely on traditional values​​ such as stability and loyalty and long-term perspectives.

“Beyond that both the Lürssen family and the whole company see it as an obligation to reduce as far as possible the effects of the yachts on the environment. For this reason, we are constantly investing in energy technologies which have led to great progress in the area of sustainability.

Hence all latest-generation ships are marked by improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions of soot, CO2 and noise,” states Peter Lürssen.

Moreover, Lürssen is the world’s first shipbuilding company to make use of the heat given off by the generators and propulsion engines on a large motor yacht to a large degree to produce potable water by means of desalination. Ecological awareness is the second, equally important side of Friedrich Lürssen’s ambition to lead in terms of quality and performance.

As a testament to Lürssen’s technical achievements and historical prowess for building some of the world’s most beautiful yachts, Lürssen can boast that today, 29 of the top 100 yachts in the world have been built by Lürssen (9 of the Top 20).

The founder’s dream to become one of the leading shipbuilders is still present in the spirit of Lürssen today and is a driving force behind the whole team who work in the shipyards.

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TENDER LIEBE Innovation, efficiency and style are very much at the top of the tender design and construction business in Germany

SAY CARBON YACHTS

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AY Carbon Yachts. The German technologically advanced manufacturer for carbon built luxurious yachts. With their carbon masterpieces they are demonstrating how to manufacture innovative carbon yachts, with state of the art technology made in Germany. Their expertise in lightweight construction enables them to achieve a unique combination of acceleration, agility and design while lowering fuel consumption. In addition to providing low-emission yachting, they are also electrifying yachting. With their fully electric SAY 29 E, SAY Carbon Yachts hold the speed record (boats under 10 m) and are proud to electrify yachting without restricting performance. Join the SAY-Family and visit them at one of their locations – from Ibiza to Lake Garda, Zürich, the Côte d’Azur, Miami, Marbella or say hello in their shipyard near Lake Constance and get an impression of how they handcraft the next generation of yachting. www.saycarbon.com

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nierim presents the high performance D-Rib-tender by Beiderbeck designs. The D-Rib is consistently tailored to sporty rough water performance. The boat is equipped with a Volvo D3 with sterndrive, which accelerates the 6,3 m long tender on the right foot to speeds of more than 30 knots. The boat is therefore suitable as a fast commuter or for water sports. The extensive experience of Knierim and Beiderbeck designs together with the owner of hull # 1 has flowed into this tender in order

to develop a tender which also meets all the requirements of a superyacht tender, in terms of robustness and easy maintenance.

For easy crane operations there are 4 lift points and ultra-compact dimensions. The tender was consistently planned as a semi-custom boat and can be adapted in terms of layout and functionality in order to match the mothership and to make storage an easy task in tender garages. www.knierim-yachtbau.de

AGILIS

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he Agilis 355 can take up to 6 people and has two power options available - 90HP and 142HP. Designed and built in Germany, the Agilis 355 combines comfort, power, durability and ease of control within its compact dimensions and is fitted with a centrally mounted Rotax 900 ACE power plant, which gives great economy with lots of power. A unique ‘Intelligent, Brake and Reverse’ (iBR) system is fitted as standard to improve boat safety. This acts like a brake, allowing the boat to be slowed down to a stop very quickly. The 355 is also equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system based on NFC227 gas. This system is able to detect and localise fire automatically at a very early stage.

With both hands on the handlebars, riders can engage forward, neutral, and reverse for stable, worry-free manoeuvring at low speeds. Also customer can choose wanted power to be delivered from the engine thanks to different riding modes such as Sport and ECO. www.agilis-jettenders.com

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PREMIUM ELECTRIC SURFBOARDS MADE IN GERMANY

SPEED up to 50 km/h

BATTERY up to 45 minutes

ENGINE 14 horsepower

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CHARGING ~ 120 minutes

GRAF

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he ‘Graf Ipanema’ rigorously follows the principle of classic boatbuilding. Nothing is left to chance. Not in the choice of materials, not in the construction principle, and certainly not in the implementation. In the boatyard we work exclusively with traditional tools. Graf experienced boatbuilders move expertly between precision and intuition. And in so doing they get the best out of the wood, for limitless fun on the water.

The family business, now in the third generation, has built and restored boatbuilding classics with craftsmanship for over 40 years. In this, every boat receives their signature and must meet the highest quality standards. Tradition and a high professional ethos are their guidelines for your satisfaction. The motorisation of the ‘Graf Ipanema’ leaves nothing to be desired. Whether single-motor with Z-drive for the pragmatist, or twin-motor with shaft drive for the purist, whether diesel or petrol: acceleration, running smoothness and top speed are peerless in every case. Graf install state of the art steering and instruments – although admittedly that shouldn’t be visible on a classic boat. www.graf-bootsbau.de

FASSMER

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rom the company‘s early beginnings in 1850, Fassmer has been contributing to safety at sea with innovative boats across many marine industries. Through the in-house research and design department, Fassmer’s yacht solutions are individually designed for you. Tenders and boats that match your yacht – and your every desire. Fassmer boats

are sleek, luxurious as well as elegant and many allow the use as a combined guest-and-owner tender and fully certified SOLAS lifeboat. All Fassmer’s yacht solutions are sophisticated, functional, conceived by German engineers, and hand-crafted in Germany. www.fassmer.de

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THE TECH FILE As a powerhouse in manufacturing across many industries, Germany is also a leader in the superyacht industry for technical innovation and technical ingenuity above and below decks

HOME & MARINE

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ounded in 1973, Home & Marine (H&M) became a pioneer in the integration of AV systems on board yachts, attracting many audiophiles and luxury technology enthusiasts as loyal customers.

Today H&M employs more than 80 specialists and in 2019 merged with CLARK, a US-based entertainment technology company that provides unique and ground-breaking solutions to the cruise market.

H&M provides expertise for multiple onboard systems including AV, IT, communications, security, and associated services such as design, engineering, fabrication, integration, programming, commissioning, service and support.

For more details Tel: +49 421 8306170 or visit www.home-marine.com

YACHT AUDIO

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acht Audio is one of the worldwide leading system integrators of high-performance audio, video, IT, automation and light control for major international yacht and residential projects. Founded in 2002 in Germany, the company maintains project offices across Europe. Yacht Audio’s core area of expertise includes the concept design, custom installation and automation as well as global service and maintenance of bespoke superyacht and residential entertainment systems.

With its own research & development division and inhouse manufacturing, Yacht Audio is able to offer top end custom made solutions for the most sophisticated projects and owners. Finally, a strong and long-standing relationship with leading shipyards, designers and interior companies guarantees a smooth integration of even the most complex and advanced audiovisual and information technologies.

For more details Tel: +49 30 54707475 or visit www.yachtaudio.com

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nexgentec

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istributed audio systems are based on IP network architecture today. For entertainment analog audio is something of the past. Owners demand fully networked solutions because they are reliable and offer top-quality sound. Pioneering audio over IP solutions since 2005, nexgentec is the leader, exclusively specialised in the high-end marine market. Their Software Defined Matrix and DSP based system allows unlimited flexibility. Thanks to their unique interfaces and amplifiers, nexgentec saves 69% of rack space and 77% of CO2 exhaust, compared to other audio over IP brands. This year they will launch 2 new amplifiers and a revolutionary new interface, that has been eagerly awaited by the market. For the latest news keep an eye on their website!

For more details visit www.nexgentec.eu

IDEA DATA SOLUTIONS

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DEA Data Solutions GmbH, was founded in 2001. Since then, they have been developing and distributing the yacht management software primarily for clients based in Europe, and the US. To date, the team have successfully completed more than 1,000 projects, ranging from 20m yachts, to more than 150m sophisticated superyachts. IDEA design sophisticated technological solutions to enable the effective and efficient management of yachts, safeguarding crew and passengers, and protecting the yacht and its valuable assets is the priority. IDEA Data Solutions include a core vessel database, inventory, stock control and purchasing, document management, maintenance management, engine room logging, and safety management system, that complies with International Safety Management (ISM) standards. They recognise that all yachts are unique, and accordingly, the yacht management software can be customised to suit the end users’ individual needs.

For more details Tel: +49 211 303 66 28 or visit www.idea-yacht.com

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ENHANCING CYBER SECURITY ONBOARD 460 Gateway SECURE CONNECTION – ENCRYPTED COMMUNICATION

 Robust & Compact Design  Web-based configuration  Type-approved

Take Cyber Threats Seriously!

Compliant with latest Cyber Security Standards.

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Interfaces for Dante audio over IP

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VEINLAND

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EINLAND, is one of the leading hardware and software manufacturers for various maritime and industrial applications from the PCB to the graphic interface allowing customers to comply to international legislation through innovative solutions. To counter the increasing number of cyber threats to the maritime industry, VEINLAND has recently developed an innovative automated data transfer system that fulfils the IEC61162460 standard. By utilising these network security components, which are type approved since 2018, the system is able to automate the distribution and updates of digital charts, publications and other navigational data as a key component to ensure cyber-secure operations. This system is also compatible with any existing ECDIS manufacturer.

For more details Tel: +49 33205 26 97 0 or visit www.veinland.net

QUALTRON

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ualtron was founded in 2018 with the aim of providing the world’s best bespoke audio/video solutions to superyachts, focusing on service, quality and customer experience. Their ability to adapt to the ever-changing industry provides clients with reliable, trustworthy solutions and services. They take a proactive approach, constantly improving the service to clients. Whether they seek real cinema experiences, concert level music, or authentic clubbing events, the aim is to exceed their wildest dreams. Teamwork, forward planning and cooperation lead to efficient implementation for a tailor-made result.

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YACHT COUTURE We take a look at the modern world of bespoke custom-yacht styling, concept development and naval architecture with renowned designer Frank E.H. Neubelt and discover the unique approach taken in delivering the yacht owner’s dream their final ‘eye-to-eye’ negotiations with the specific yards and builders.

All coordinations are managed by inhouse logistics supported by the group’s international network of renowned affiliate specialists and the agency ambassadors in Monaco, Palma, Miami, L.A., Amsterdam, Antalya and Asia.

Frank’s long association with the sea and a passion for offshore sailing underlines GYC´s expertise and guarantees realistic, contemporary, functional and esthetic yacht designs with an innovative edge but always ocean safe. Challenged by ‘state-of-the-art’ naval architecture, in all sizes, power, sail and superyachts, the final vessels become a personal signature of the owners from around the globe.

GYC´s consultancy services are based on a sustainable and optimized YACHT DESIGN-Plus Service; defining project processes which have been successfully delivered by Frank over many years with several international nominations and award winning yachts like TRIPLE-SEVEN, SIREN, SAPPHIRE, LUNA, GAYA, XANADU as well as sailing yachts; GANESHA II, LUNAR, WIND, OPIUM.

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erman Award winning yacht designer, naval architect and interior conceptionist Frank Neubelt has run his design business in the world of bespoke superyacht developments at his Elbe-River-Hill Studio in Hamburg since 1990. The independent studio is part of German Yacht Couture International, an agency developed and established in 2018 by Frank together with an exclusive selection of renowned superyacht specialised affiliates.

German Yacht Couture - GYC acts as a Boutique Project & Design Hub Agency with over three decades of experienced

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German Yacht Couture also presents a more semi-custom service for projects created to be an entry point for new owners whilst still using the same recommended shipyards. affiliates with the necessary consultancy from conceptional to basic technical design, conceptional engineering aspects, project specification, cost analysis and project management set-up.

GYC offers an alternative approach by inviting potential owners to formulate their project under Frank’s and the GYC core cooperatives. From the first step of design basics to the specific technical definition.

“Our goal for each project is to guide our owners or representatives through our inhouse expert services - ‘the German way’, becoming comfortable and confident for

The mantra and philosophy across all departments is ‘CREATE – INNOVATE MAKE’ - this invites yachting individualists to enjoy one of the most exciting lifetime experiences to create their highly personal yacht. GYC supports owners in all aspects from design to the bidding tenders with the yards through all the necessary documentation and processes. This knowledge can only be gained from the experience over the past 25 years.

From the initial concept, first sketched studies, layouts, CAD, virtual computer

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CREATE, INNOVATE, MAKE. This invites individualists to enjoy one of the most exciting lifetime experiences in building a yacht. animated 3D-exterior and interior renders to basic naval architecture. To the all important aspects of initial hull design, hydrostatics and weight control are followed by an introduction of general conceptional themes of sophisticated interiors in style, decoration and specific hotel out-fit.

After initial consultation and the cost based analysis, a defined round of negotiations with specific sub-contractors and shipyards together with engineering and technical feasibility studies are completed in harmony with the owner and their representatives.

GYC stays with their owners until the very end of each yacht delivery acting on their

project development processes, amongst others via a fine selection of world-class strategic cooperating partners from specific technical subcontractors, legal and flag advisers, project-management, lawyers, interior-designers and out-fitters, tenders and toy manufacturers to renowned international management companies and global broker houses.

As an innovative team leader, Frank was the co-founder of the 2000 established German yachting industry pool DEUTSCHE YACHTEN Group. He keeps his long standing membership with the ISS, the International Superyacht Society, as well as volunteer board member of advising directors of 2015 established Ports of Cause foundation, USA, bringing more sustainability into yachting.

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MADE IN GERMANY With an impressive history in the maritime industry, a yacht launched from a German yard brings with it a certain type of quality and distinction KUSCH YACHT PROJEKTE GMBH

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usch Yachts is active in all areas of design and construction of megayachts, including repair and refit of existing tonnage, at Peters Werft, a family-owned world-class shipyard in Wewelsfleth in Northern Germany, with state-of-the-art facilities. Kusch Yachts takes advantage of two large, modern dry docks with flexible protection halls, crew offices with well-appointed galleys and modern storage sheds.

The outfitting quay is fully equipped with all necessary infrastructure.

Kusch Yachts had been founded in 1981 by Claus Kusch who delivered several megayachts to international clients. Skilled and experienced craftsmen collaborate with the clients to satisfy their varying needs and to translate their dreams into bespoke realities. www.kusch-yachts.com

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NORBISKRUG

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ith an exclusive fleet of superyachts that spans over two decades, Nobiskrug has made it its profession to deliver handcrafted pieces of art to some of the most discerning clients around the world. The German shipyard deals with some of the most complex and challenging one-off projects, never backing off from a project simply because it has never been done before – a venture that might appeal only to a handful of an already very select group of individuals. The shipyard is recognised for pioneering new technologies, radical designs and visionary materials, so is their latest delivery, the hybrid, and climate-friendly 80m M/Y Artefact a celebrated achievement that showcases it all.

Another Nobiskrug’s notable superyacht to date is the iconic 143m Sailing Yacht A, which has created a class of her own. www.nobiskrug.com

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LÜRSSEN

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ne of the premier shipyards in Europe, Lürssen is a trusted name in yacht building. The brand is renowned for its new construction yachts that are as beautiful as they are powerful, functional and innovative. With eight production facilities in North Germany, Lürssen has highly specialised shipyard equipment at its disposal which enables more than 2,800 employees to build, overhaul and repair ships.

A central characteristic of the owner operated shipbuilding company is its independence from any kind of outside influence. The quality of the products alone is the measure of all things. As a family-run shipyard, Lürssen sees itself as having a special responsibility not only to its customers, but in equal measure to its employees as well. For this reason, they are constantly investing in energy technologies which have led to great progress in the area of sustainability. www.lurssen.com ©KlausJordan

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he team at Lloyd Werft combine a passion for shipbuilding with the highest quality standards. The name stands for 160 years of tradition and high-value German craftsmanship.

Lloyd Werft is located on a site covering more than 260.000 square metres in Bremerhaven’s Überseehäfen on the German North Sea coast. Three large dry and floating docks as well as high-performance workshops and logistics sectors makes possible the building and conversion of ships which are more than 300 metres in length drawing draw up to 11 metres.

Their customers benefit from many years of experience and routine as well as from the extensive specialist knowledge of their employees. Complex projects like newbuilding and the refurbishment of megayachts are their passion. They can meet the expectations of customers for the highest standards of quality, precision, reliability and discretion. Experience, knowhow, competence, creativity: the qualities that Lloyd Werft is best known for. www.lloydwerft.com

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HAMBURG GATEWAY TO THE WORLD Germany´s most exciting waterfront city is transforming itself and throwing the doors open to an ever expanding fleet of superyachts visiting this city

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ince Hamburg became part of the “Northern European Super Yachting Route“ in 2019, more owners and captains of superyachts have been drawn to the city to enjoy the vibrant life with their families or to do business there. The metropolis on the Elbe River has become - along with Amsterdam, London, Oslo, Stockholm and Copenhagen - one of the increasingly fashionable cruising destinations in the north of Europe, as owners are looking to move on from the traditional Mediterranean and Caribbean sailing areas.

There are a lot of reasons for adding the port of Hamburg on the list of destinations. Hamburg is a city of contrasts and dynamics. Germany’s largest port city offers maritime history, a strong mercantile tradition, cultural wealth while at the same time brimming with culture and nightlife.

Hamburg truly has it all. The City offers a dazzling diversity of a large number of excellent museums, galleries, theatres, exhibitions, live music, world famous musicals and a lively club scene. Hamburg is - along with New York and London - the third largest musical metropolis in the world. With the opening of the Elbphilharmonie in 2017, Hamburg has put itself on the map. Right next to the futuristic HafenCity lies the historic Speicherstadt, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, that captivates its visitors with its maritime-urban flair.

Hamburg also shines as a shopping destination with a fine variety of exquisite stores that leave nothing to be desired. And when it comes to eating out in Hamburg, there is something for every taste: from fresh fish in a harbour-side restaurant to many other exotic specialities.

Hamburg is at the forefront of gourmet cuisine with many of its restaurants being Michelin-rated or carrying one, two or even three of the coveted stars. A diversity of bars along the Alster and the Elbe invite the visitor to end the evening in a relaxed way – while the night owls can get carried away by good music and a night of dancing in one of the city´s night clubs. ©Mediaserver Hamburg/CooperCopter GmbH

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YOUR CRANE Super yacht tender cranes, SOLAS cranes and special function cranes custom-built according to your requirements.

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WHEN IT COMES TO REFITS, REPAIRS AND NEWBUILD OR CONVERSIONS THE PORT OF HAMBURG HAS BEEN KNOWN FOR ITS CRAFTSMANSHIP AND HIGH END QUALITY STANDARDS FOR MORE THAN A DECADE Hamburg’s landscape is defined by water: its seaport, the third largest in Europe, is the gateway to the world. But also by air and by land, Hamburg is the perfect hub for discovering some major European cities and is easy and comfortable to reach. Hamburg´s airport, located only 12 kilometres from the port, is Germany´s fifth largest airport. Around 50 airlines connect Hamburg directly with about 105 national and international destinations. Excellent inland transports allow visits to Berlin within 90 minutes or to Bremen within 50 minutes.

Hamburg´s cultural appeal and its accessibility combined with a diversity of berths right in the city centre together with excellent refit and maintenance facilities in the port area make Hamburg an ideal port of call for superyachts.

Superyachts can be moored at different locations within the Port of Hamburg according to the needs and wishes of their owners or captain. Premium locations for yacht owners, the Sandtorhöft in the immediate vicinity of the Elbphilharmonie concert hall, as well as the berth at the Überseebrücke, invite the yachts to linger for a while and to benefit from the location in the city centre.

Those looking for a more peaceful and quiet spot will be suited perfectly at the Cruise Center Steinwerder on the other side of the Elbe river.

Hamburg aims at developing additional berthing options close to the city, enabling owners and crew to benefit from the city´s cultural heritage and rich tourist attractions.

Captains and owners’ needs are also met by refit facilities while staying in Hamburg. The Hanseatic City is one of Europe’s major shipyard locations. When it comes to refits, repairs and newbuild or conversions the Port of Hamburg has been known for its craftsmanship and high standards for more than a decade.

With Blohm+Voss, one of the world´s leading shipyards, located in the maritime hub of Hamburg and their parent company Lürssen along with a range of other local companies – such as SKF Marine solutions providing yacht stabilizers plus, a variety of other services and components, the city is increasingly on the map of superyacht owners and captains when it comes to maintenance and refit.

Providing the necessary technical facilities are obvious reasons why superyacht owners put Hamburg on their agenda. Less obvious, but just as important is the fact that Hamburg gives owners and captains this sense of hospitality and welcome.

Upon their first call to the port of Hamburg, every superyacht will be welcomed personally by Cruise Gate Hamburg with the plaque and key ceremony. This welcoming tradition additionally allows for some personal advice on exploring the city as well as ensuring the facility meets the owners and captains’ needs while at berth in Hamburg. The Port of Hamburg is certainly open for business and will make the visiting yachts feels very much at home.

For more details: Tel: +49 40 42847- 4971 or visit www.cruisegate-hamburg.de

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CALL THE PROFESSIONALS Germany might well be one of the manufacturing powerhouses in the world, but within the superyacht industry there is a raft of highly specialised professionals delivering vital advice to potential and existing yacht owners

Cornelsen & Partner

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ince 1976, Cornelsen & Partner have been supporting and consulting their clients in all aspects of new build and refit yacht projects, as well as throughout their operation.

Their boutique company structure allows a very dedicated, independent and personal service, covering a wide range of expertise with the in-house team and proven professional network. Having successfully completed more than 90

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sailing and motor yacht new build projects, they presently represent clients in a range between 40m and 118m.

Cornelsen & Partner provides project management made in Germany and independent consultancy from the early vision up to the delivery of complex yacht projects.

For more details Tel: +49 4124 2495 or visit www.cornelsen-partner.de

Pantaenius

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or almost 50 years now, the names Pantaenius and Baum have been inextricably linked with insurance. The traditional family business was taken over

by Harald Baum in 1970, who revolutionised yacht insurance with Agreed Fixed Value.

In the following years, Pantaenius quickly became the market leader. Today, Pantaenius has 11 offices around the world providing 24-hour support in eight languages for more than 100,000 customers. The Pantaenius Yacht Insurance and Pantaenius Corporate Insurance businesses are managed by Harald’s three children Anna, Martin and Daniel, who continue to use their father’s formula for success with a global network of experts. As the demands of customers steadily increase and markets become more complex, Pantaenius remains a forward thinking company, setting the industry standard. They are a team of insurance experts, sailors, motor yacht enthusiasts, naval engineers, marine lawyers and many more professions. They insure more than 100,000 yacht owners worldwide and manage more than 6,000 claims per year For more details Tel: +49 40 37091 0 or visit www.pantaenius.com

Zucker & Partner

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ou can trust Z&P’s high expertise in a variety of projects. They supervise the building process of new yachts, repairs and refits for various vessels of all sizes. Single stage controls are only some of the variations they offer for professional project management.

Z&P supports you with an efficient and personalised management system. They are more than happy to assist you with the more mundane and time-consuming tasks including; accounting, crew management, refit and repair and project co-ordination. If you authorize Z&P with the management of your yacht and you will have time to spend doing your job onboard or as an owner feeling safe and enjoying more relaxing days onboard. Z&P offers you more than 30 years of experience in examination and documentation of damages, faults and material conditions. Whether you are looking to purchase, sell or insure your vessel, the team will be happy to assist you, together with necessary surveys and yacht evaluations as well.

For more details Tel: +49 40 8971610 or visit www.zucker-partner.de

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CORNELSEN & PARTNER

Yacht Consultancy New Build - Refit - Yacht Management www.cornelsen-partner.de

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Frank Neubelt Yacht Design

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rank Neubelt is an internationally renowned award-winning German yacht designer and naval architect. He looks back on a 25 year long career of bespoke customyacht styling, concept development and naval architecture. Spearheading to innovate sustainable projects, Frank runs his design and innovation lab at his Elbe-River beach studio or if in partnership with a select team of partners at any one of their International yachting hub locations. Sometimes his concepts arise whilst on board his classic Huisman 44 ft yacht. “Yachting comes from its roots,” he says. In summary, Frank´s impressive portfolio of 45 yachts launched under his earlier label include some famous names among them the legendary LUNA. In addition there have been over 70 concepts of motor and sailing yachts delivered, with most of them giving individual interior themes.

For more details Tel: +49 170 7816 335 or visit www.gycstudio.com

Upwind Legal

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n 1st September 2021 Upwind Legal celebrated its first birthday. The law firm is based in the heart of Hamburg, Germany and was founded by the two partners Julia Wiechell and Martin Malinowski. Despite its young age, Upwind Legal was everything but a start-up as the two partners previously headed the superyacht division of a major international maritime law firm’s Hamburg office. Julia and Martin together with their highly specialised yacht / superyacht team advise on all matters inter alia related to shipbuilding, sale and purchase, ownership structures (including partial ownership and timesharing models), owner’s supplies, insurance, employment/ crew, private and commercial registration, flag and class related matters, yacht related dispute resolutions, warranty claims, damages, accidents as well as all day-to-day operational and management issues.

The firm’s comprehensive global network comprises inter alia owner’s representatives, yacht managers, project managers and naval architects, corporate service providers, sales – and charterbrokers, surveyors and technical experts, flag authorities, ship registers and administrative bodies, tax advisors and custom agents, crewing agencies, insurers and insurance brokers, banks and financiers, correspondence law firms, port agents and correspondents, build and repair yards, suppliers and concierge services, designers and artists.

For more details Tel: +49 40 6077500 60 or visit www.upwind-legal.de

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PRIVATE SCREENING Torsten Steinbrecher of Qualtron dives into the exclusive world of private cinema and looks at some of the industry’s most dynamic innovations being brought to a superyacht near you!

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hile the pandemic might have left the average person a little stir crazy, for the megayacht owner it offered splendid isolation. Today’s owners dream big and big dreams fuel the evolution of the Marine AV industry. This quest to meet or exceed clients’ expectations drives exquisite technical and aesthetic innovations.

Among the most coveted of onboard luxuries is the bespoke Private Cinema. Specifically designed and built for each project, the private cinema is a labour of love, taking months or years in planning and development. Owners want the very best. They imagine a 360-degree sensory experience, being right there in the thick of the action. So, we work very closely with interior designers, integrators, shipyards and owners to achieve the owner’s vision.

worked with textiles for three-dimensional lighting design. ETTLIN LUX® from ETTLIN AG can be used to create amazing immersive lighting experiences. These panels are acoustically transparent and can be designed for static or moving displays to enhance your viewing pleasure. Recently featured at the Milan fashion show, ETTLIN LUX® brings catwalk glamour to the marine environment.

For the ultimate sound experience, acoustic planners opt for a 3D surround sound solution.

Large numbers of loudspeakers and sub-woofers are carefully placed around the room. In addition, a hybrid system of three audio formats – Aura 3D, Dolby

FOR SOME YACHT OWNERS, THE THRILL OF IMMERSIVE AV IS NOT ENOUGH. THEY YEARN TO REALLY FEEL THE ACTION LITERALLY BY THE SEAT OF THEIR PANTS. THE D-BOX ARMCHAIR SYSTEM PUTS THE VIEWER RIGHT THERE, IN THE HEAT OF THE ACTION Private cinema onboard presents enormous challenges to designers and AV experts. Firstly, the room must be completely free of any noise or vibration, which means sealing off the space from the hull. This is achieved by spring mounting the room within the yacht interior and placing scatter panels behind wall coverings to absorb and mute noise and vibration. This in turn ensures that sound from the loudspeakers and sub-woofers is perfectly reproduced.

Acoustic space planning extends to room contents, including tables, soft furnishings, artwork and wall panels. We work closely with designers and outfitters to select the best acoustically transparent materials in keeping with the ambience of the overall design. For example, leather with micro perforations can be used on walls to great effect. Snake and antelope leather are popular choices as they retain their shape. We have recently

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Atmos and DTS:X – create a sensational three-dimensional sound experience. Never has the on-screen action been so authentically backed up. While Blu-ray movies featuring Aura 3D, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X are available, not all discs feature all three audio formats. Anyone investing heavily in a private cinema will expect optimal performance. That’s why we recommend the Trinnov Altitude32, which remains, since 2014, the unchallenged reference processor for immersive home theatre systems.

Clients are also very discerning when it comes to moving-image quality, with many asking for 4K resolution. This is an ultra-high resolution video format of 4096 x 2160 pixels and equates to the standard used in most commercial cinemas today. That said, the picture quality of 2K with 1980 x 1080 pixels is almost indistinguishable from the 4K format.

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Our AV experts usually choose the CP-4415 RGB from Christie Digital Systems. Based on the size of DCI-compliant projectors, they are usually outside the cinema auditorium in a separate sound-insulated equipment and engineering projection room.

Thanks to a special Schott port window glass finish, quality and light losses are kept to an absolute minimum.

For some yacht owners, however, the thrill of immersive AV, is not enough. They yearn to really feel the action literally by the seat of their pants. This is where the D-Box system comes into play. D-Box seating takes the movie experience to another level. The chairs move, vibrate, rotate, backwards and forwards in sync with the on-screen action. These specially programmed armchairs from D-Box Technologies, put the viewer right there in the heat of the action. Imagine the thrill of being completely immersed in an action -packed block buster!

At Qualtron we take great pride in every project, working closely with partners to make dreams come true. Careful planning, cooperation and technical expertise combine to create unique cinema experiences for this most discerning market. Whether you envisage a big screen experience below deck, or plan to

head to the outdoor cinema to watch your favourite film in an al fresco setting under the stars, please contact us. Your enquiry will be treated with the utmost discretion.

“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” Eleanor Roosevelt.

For more details Tel: +49 4331 43 79 057 or visit www.qualtron.com

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ESSENTIALLY GERMAN Our favourite products and services for the superyacht industry from the skilled and talented nation of Germany

FUCHS

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UCHS designs and manufactures custom made superyacht cranes. Flexibility and a commitment to innovation, continuous development and the enhancement of technology are essential for success.

FUCHS looks back on a history of over 55 years of obligation to precisely these ideals. FUCHS’ product line covers all kinds of tenders, water toys, submarine

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cranes as well rescue boat and life raft cranes, painter line booms and telescopic light masts. FUCHS’ latest innovations are a DNVGL type approved compact Hook Series made of polished stainless steel suitable for man riding and a DNVGL type approved.

For more details Tel: +49 40 7 100 100 or visit www.fuchs-cranes.de

SKF Marine

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ormerly known as Blohm + Voss Industries, SKF Marine has been part of the SKF Group since 2013. The company has a 70 year history of applying innovative thinking and expertise to critical machinery. If you are looking for a specialist in marine yachting to deliver unique solutions for your needs, you have found the right partner. Specialised engineering teams focus on their clients’ needs to deliver quality solutions and services

worldwide. With a broad portfolio of retractable and nonretractable fin stabilisers as well as other ship components such as ballast water management with its BlueSonic System, SKF Marine offer you superior yachting comfort both at zero speed and underway.

For more details Tel: +49 40 30112346 or visit www.skf-yacht.com

GL Yachtverglasung

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L Yachtverglasung provides a comprehensive service for glass and windows for luxury yachts. For modern yacht building, with the development and design, the team applies creative and innovative approaches to turning your visions into reality. Your idea requires a suitable product and a reliable implementation, in aesthetics and technology. With their renowned history and experience in engineering, design and installation services for new build, refit and maintenance, GL Yachtverglasung is your one-stop shop. Starting with the qualified independent assessment and comparison of products and technologies for your project. In addition, their engineers provide feasibility studies and perform computational and experimental evidence (structural and stress analysis, FEM analysis and component tests) on the properties required.

For more details Tel: +49 4101 37556 0 or visit www.gl-yv.de

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multiplex

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aking yachting features easier, lighter and more comfortable has always been multiplex’s philosophy.

The creative think tank has quickly become the world market leader in the field of boarding systems and offers top products based on carbon fibre - gangways, ladders, railings, docking systems and sun awning systems. However, like so many, the brand started out quite straightforward. After training as a

boat builder at his parents’ shipyard, Bootswerft Reiners, multiplex founder Jan Reiners was part of the crew that won the Admiral’s Cup in 1983. Soon after founding the multiplex they were supplying almost only pure custom solutions for the megayacht segment. Today, 80 of the 100 largest megayachts have multiplex products on board.

For more details or visit www.multiplexgmbh.com

Helios Lubeoil

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ave you already thought about eco-efficiency? Helios Lubeoil offer a broad cross industry experience, first class products, technical expertise and highly professional quality enabling you to use your resources more efficiently and reduce your emissions effectively. They are specialists and supply lubes and coolants, EAL lubes greases, Helios Hydrogen, HLAS oil analysis and monitoring, BASF Mobil Klüber Shell and of course the Helios Lubeoil.

For more details Tel: +49 421 22 33 681 or visit www.helios-luboil.de

Böning

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öning ship electronics are not only extremely wellsuited for initial installations in new build vessels, but also refit installations to upgrade equipment on older vessels. Using state of the art technology, Böning manufactures durable, modular products. This allows ships to be outfitted in an individualised, reaction-free manner, matched precisely to the customer‘s needs and requirements. Böning is able to offer initial outfit and retrofit solutions that can be expanded and updated when needed. Today, their devices and systems can be found on more than 13,000 commercial ships and luxury yachts.

For more details Tel: +49 4221 94 75 230 or visit www.boening.com

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Yachtbeach

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ACHTBEACH 4.1 - your own floating beach. With the new and innovative yacht platforms you can create your own private beach directly attached to your boat or use it as a bathing platform on your private lake. This premium platform of European production was designed for performance-loving yacht owners. This 4.1m x 2.05m piece of freedom can be combined in several ways. With its unique 12-point handle connection system you can

easily build your ideal docking station for your jet ski, tender, Seabob, SUP and so on. The best thing is you can rapidly connect as many 4.1 bathing platforms with each other to create more space for you and your entourage on the water. Aesthetic, soft, non-skid, durable UV resistant materials guarantee luxurious and long-lasting comfort.

For more details Tel: +49 08035/963929 or visit www.theyachtbeach.com

Siebensee Outdoor Furniture Siebensee is the specialist in designing, manufacturing, and maintaining luxurious outdoor furniture for yachts. The joint venture of furniture manufacturer Finkeldei and exterior furniture specialist Stükerjürgen uses the best materials and sophisticated handcrafting practices only. The brand Siebensee stands for premium quality, a wide variety of materials and an attractive price point. They will create additional Siebensee collections in the near future. Each of the Siebensee collections will be developed in close collaboration with a renowned designer.

For more details Tel: +49 5274 980 116 or visit www.siebensee.com

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mobile, media & more

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he company started to work with LED lighting in 1998 and are always proactive in developing and supplying LED lighting solutions for the marine industry. Innovative purification technology is the latest development from the team. VAIRUS air purifiers are powerful devices for a better air quality and combine titanium dioxide, photo-active and UV- A LED technologies to destroy 99,9% of harmful volatile substances increasing well-being in the places where we stay.

A range of compact and sophisticated designed products can be used as integrated element to track lighting, or as single device on walls or tables, making VAIRUS a very versatile product. All products are available as smart version Casambi control for iOS & ANDROID. Dimension of the product itself: 275 (l) x 165 (w) mm Airflow 126 m³/h.

For more details Tel: +49 6352 70250 or visit www.mmm-ltd.de

Fitz Interior

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he work of Fitz Interior is characterised by three values: their craft, their regional roots and the provenance. As a family business, Fitz Interior is committed to tradition, feels deeply responsible toward their employees and is rooted firmly within the Swabian region. These aspects leave a lasting mark on Fitz Interior‘s work. Nothing is ready-made by Fitz Interior. Accessories, inlay, furniture or wainscoting: Everything is custom made. Fitz Interior employs about 60 women and men. All the rooms of a yacht, a villa or an office building are built inside on the two construction shops. Engineers, electricians, varnishers and joiners: there is an expert for everything in the Fitz Interior workshop. These products are crafted according to the individual designs of the most renowned architects and designers or according to a creative idea of the client.

Nothing is impossible for Fitz Interior. Terence Disdale and Tim Heywood, Celeste dellí Anna, Newcruise and Raymond Langton: They all turn to Fitz Interior when aiming for exceptional quality.

For more details Tel: +49 9078 9692-0 or visit www.fitzinterior.com

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YOUR PARTNER FOR ONBOARD SYSTEM INTEGRATIONS OF HIGH PERFORMANCE AUDIO, VIDEO, IT, SATCOM, SECURITY, AUTOMATION AND LIGHT CONTROL

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Finishing De Luxe

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stablished in 1989, Finishing De Luxe was set up by Chasan Kalfoglou and Idris Kalfa, two brothers from Northern Greece who started out in the marine corrosion and superyacht finishing industries in the mid 1980s. With their vision and attention to detail, Finishing De Luxe started to cement their reputation in the European superyacht shipyards and grew globally. After 13 years of supplying the manpower,

management and expertise to projects all over the world, they were asked to take on all current projects in Heesens Oss based facility. In close collaboration with the leading paint and fairing technologies, quality control and marine experts, Finishing De Luxe continue to set the standard.

For more details Tel: +49 4348 9194537 or visit www.finishing-deluxe.com

tom logisch

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he team at tom logisch are recognised experts in the field of fresh water and sewage water handling on board and maintain long-term, exclusive partnerships that provide both orientation and security for the industry, resulting in economical, internationally competitive offers. Shipyards commission them for complex solutions, and the collaborations depend on detailed discussions, joint expertise and their personal experience and advice. They are the founder and producer of Enteron fully biological sewage water treatment units. During the past 4 years they have installed more than 300 water solutions on board yachts and in luxury houseboats across Europe.

For more details Tel: +49 33203 71501 or visit www.tomlogisch.com

Lunautica

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aving demanding clients and owners on board with high expectations? Need the impossible request attended to within the hour, like a last minute restaurant reservation in a Michelin star restaurant? Then you need the most reliable and well connected support agent available, so you can relax while they are getting to work for you. Lunautica with its offices in Nice, La Ciotat, Valencia, Bremen and Hamburg have an outstanding record of making the impossible possible. Be it concierge services for your guests including organising events on board or organising an emergency repair during a busy charter including emergency delivery of spare parts - consider the job done.

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bsw yachteinrichter

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he company operates worldwide as a turn-key supplier for exclusive yacht interiors. With extensive experience gained from the most demanding projects, it offers precise project management and implementation for yachts of all sizes. bsw oversees every step from the design drawings to fabrication and onboard installation, ensuring the project is completed to the highest quality. Together with its manufacturing partners, it fabricates yacht interiors and provides solutions according to every individual idea and requirement.

For more details Tel: +49 2505 937783 0 or visit www.bsw-yachteinrichter.com

prebit

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he lighting experts at prebit have been manufacturing exclusive handcrafted LED lights for the maritime market for 17 years now. Innovative technologies include the dim2warm technology, which has been installed in the lights since 2018, is particularly revolutionary, a stepless warm tone dimming that also allows LEDs to create an atmosphere like candlelight. SunLike technology has also been in use since 2019. This new generation of LEDs is able to emit light that is an almost exact image of the spectrum of sunlight. The artificial light also enables wood and coloured textiles to accentuate the room interior in their naturalness. To put a smile on people’s faces is the goal of the two company owners and their team.

With passion, expertise and experience, prebit ensures that this is guaranteed.

For more details Tel: +49 2226 89228-0 or visit www.prebit.de

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Our multistair is individually adapted to the specific needs of your yacht and fully customizable. It can be used for access over the side or over the stern and can be swung through 90 degrees from a fully horizontal to a fully vertical position, with all steps automatically aligning in parallel with the surface of the sea. This – for us – is luxury.

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PKC Interior & Exterior Yachtcoating

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KC is a family run north-German business concentrating on megayacht coatings for the last 20 years. Both in the re-fit as well as in the new-build market, PKC is one of the very few companies capable of providing a large range of services and associated logistics for exterior and interior superyacht coatings using all available brands and technologies. For superyacht exteriors, a substantial part of the service portfolio is corrosion protection, fairing, high gloss finishing and underwater anti-foul paint applications. For superyacht interiors, PKC offers all kinds of substrate treatment and coating of technical spaces such as engine rooms and tanks. With PKC every process is closely monitored and documented. Everything is checked, from profile depths and layer thicknesses to gloss measurements. They will always set and monitor the extraction systems and environmental conditions such as humidity for each individual painting process ourselves.

For more details Tel: +49 471 3919707 or visit www.pkc-korrosionsschutz.de

Knaack & Jahn

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hat makes the FireOff Water Mist System so effective? In accommodation, automatic water mist sprinkler nozzles KJ FireOff® OHM ensure reliable an fast suppression. The extremely small droplet size is easily evaporated by the fire. 1 litre of water provides 1700 litres of water vapour. This removes a lot of energy from the

fire and cools it. At the same time, it displaces the oxygen content. These elements and their interaction make water mist systems the number one suppression medium aboard ships worldwide.

For more details Tel: +49 40 781 29 30 or visit www.kj-marinesystems.com

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we are professionals for fresh water supply and sewage treatment on board of your yacht

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Lampuga

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ampuga produces premium electric surfboards combining innovative design and state-of-the-art technology. The boards are user-friendly, completely emission free and built to the highest safety standards. At Lampuga they want to provide the surfing experience to all riders regardless of experience level, age or physique. The inflatable Lampuga Air delivers continuous power, speed and stability on water. The

board’s lithium-ion battery allows for a riding time of up to 45 minutes. When exhausted, its handy plug-and-play battery system allows for an effortless re-charge or a quick battery change. The board is accelerated forward by a jet drive to a top speed of 50km/h.

For more details Tel: +49 721 61935 600 or visit www.lampuga.com

General Coating Yacht Finishing

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ounded in 2001, General Coating Yacht Finishing is a total solution provider for all your yacht coating needs. As a leading yacht finishing/refinishing specialist based in Germany, the company provides a complete and quality service in all your exterior and interior coating, corrosion control and finishing, striving to reach the highest quality finishes possible both with the new build and refit projects. The company has grown to include a proactive and highly qualified permanent crew of around 150 employees with additional expertise being available on request.

For more information Tel: +49 1739790139 or visit www.general-coating.com

Voith Group

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ropulsion system technology is key to operating vessels efficiently and with a high degree of safety.

Matching the propulsion system to the vessel design is equally important. With more than 90 years of experience, Voith provides both propulsion systems tailored to the application in question and vessel concepts. Propulsion technologies such as the Voith Inline Thruster (VIT) or Voith Inline Propulsor (VIP) are the basis for maximum on-board comfort on large yachts. The Voith Schneider Propeller (VSP) also guarantees a pleasant stay on board thanks to its active roll stabilization.

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COMMUNICATIONS VSAT & IT

TELEPHONE IP & DECT

SECURITY CAMERAS & SENSORS

ENTERTAIMENT AUDIO & VIDEO

AV ROOM THE CORE OF OUR SYSTEM

EVENTS CINEMA & PARTY

CONTROL GUI & KEYPADS

C R E AT I N G & I N T EG R AT I N G O N B OA R D T EC H N O LO G I E S

28237 BREMEN

20097 HAMBURG

26670 UPLEGEN

Adam–Opel–Straße 15

Nagelsweg 33–35

Am Industriepark 9

Germany

Germany

Germany

CONTACT: info@home-marine.com SALES: sales@home-marine.com

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TILSE YACHT GLAZING

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ILSE develops and produces high quality glass solutions for the superyachting industry. Since 1974, TILSE products have been installed on more than 250 luxury yachts, both new build and refits. Some of the latest projects are MY VIVA and the multiple awarded superyacht MY DAR. From first discussions about potential projects to clarification of technical possibilities with the classification society to 3D measurement, production as well as worldwide installation TILSE can produce panes up to 6m in length.

For more details Tel: +49 40 4320 8080 or visit www.tilse.com

Drews Marine

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rews Marine GmbH was established in Hamburg in 1946 and became part of the Heinen & Hopman Group in 2000. The company has decades of experience in marine HVAC technology and the expertise to offer the perfect solution to your requirements. Drews Marine clients enjoy the benefits of tailor-made heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration solutions to their individual requirements.

These systems can be designed for all kinds of vessels, from private yachts and freighters to naval vessels. The company’s philosophy is to combine flexibility and innovation at an optimum cost-efficiency ratio.

For more details Tel: +49 40 731 680 or visit www.drewsmarine.com

Girschner Marine

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or over 25 years Girschner Marine has been involved in the innovation, design and installation of HVAC, rack cooling and refrigeration systems for the superyacht industry. With a team of highly skilled engineers, Girschner also provide vital monitoring and servicing for existing systems on board yachts around the world. The team has also developed market leading rack cooling units, bespoke and designed to deliver optimal performance independent of ambient temperatures onboard the yacht.

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Creative Light Design Light up your world: Exclusive design illumination for yacht exteriors and interiors

Computer-controlled dance floors

Handrail lighting

3D formed furniture illumination

Certified helidecks

© Feadship van Lent

Individual stair illumination

© Conrad Shipyard

Letterings & logos

Yacht Design

by Frank Neubelt

© Blohm+Voss

Illuminated pool flooring YACHTLITE is continuously Sales Partner working on new developments, innovative designs and future-oriented lighting and electronic highlights.

Balance as perfect as nature Join the comfort revolution:

One of a kind in its skills.

Inspired by nature our stabilizers and other components defy waves and swell, both at zero speed and underway. Now we’ve reached another milestone. Explore our new 100% electric stabilizer and enjoy smooth yachting in balance with nature.

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SPINERA

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pinera continues to be one of the most innovative and creative watersport brands. The main goal was to build a waterpark considering the needs of a yacht owner. Therefore, they created a solution for yachts and boats to install the waterpark as quickly as possible. The prime product, the Spinera Pirates Tower, offers tremendous advantages for yacht and boat owner. Thanks to the platform construction it offers comfortable installation and even faster breakdown. As you know connectivity is everything for Spinera. The handle connection system can be fixed easily above the waterline without getting wet. Due to the on-top connection no diving is necessary.

This waterpark is installed and uninstalled in no time. They offer a super fast inflation system, you can have complete construction done in approximately 20min. Expand your Spinera Aquapark with a large selection of additional items: Spinera Base Beam, Spinera Base Slide, Spinera Base Step, Spinera Easy Up 250, Spinera Multiconnect. With Spinera you have the possibility to create your Aquapark in the way you want it.

For more details Tel: +49 08035 963929 or visit www.spinera.com

YACHTLITE

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reative light design and exclusive logo design for your yacht. YACHTLITE is a leading international company offering individual lighting solutions for motor and sailing yachts of almost any size and design and for individual and extravagant demands, ideas and concepts.

German Engineering: All around the world, discerning owners, designers, constructors, shipyards and shipping companies rely on the unique competence and many years of experience in project planning, conception, programming and implementation of tailor-made lighting designs and logo designs. An owner-managed company, YACHTLITE has its headquarters in Hanover, and it is here that the professional team of designers, constructors, electrical engineers and lighting experts operate, and where the individual customer orders are manufactured by hand in the own workshop. Highest precision is the be-all and end-all, because YACHTLITE‘s aim is to always supply each and every one customer with the best possible quality.

For more details Tel: + 49 511 647 40 0 or visit www.yachtlite.com

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