If you want to get really up close and personal with the bottom of the ocean you're going to need a personal submarine. To make underwater closer they built to cater from one to six guests and all specially tailored to fit the weight and height restrictions of superyacht tender garages.
Neyk Submarine
The first luxury submarine with maximum manoeuvrability - Neyk Submarine, offers speed, comfort and maximum customization. Construction of the first luxury submarine is featured with an interior from the private jet industry. The submarine offers an unprecedented degree of luxury and speeds of up to 15 knots.
It brings together high-end technologies and components: options include fitting landing gear so that the sub can come to the beach, adding a diver lockout chamber, transforming the nose area into a 270-degree underwater observation room. The first Neyk Submarine has an overall length of 19 metres, a maximum displacement of 100 tonnesand are able to take up to 12 passengers to depths of 150 metres.
It has large panoramic viewports on top and three acrylic viewports on side, as well as comfortable seats, a bar, a library and a complete galley.
DeepFlight Super Falcon 3S
DeepFlight Super Falcon 3S was expressly designed to provide passengers with the unique experience of underwater flight. The Super Falcon 3S adds a 3rd cockpit, allowing a trained pilot and two passengers enjoying a 360-degree view of the amazing ocean world around them. This is an adventure of a lifetime!
Operating depth is 100 metres and all the safety systems are certified by Lloyds Registe. Super Falcon 3S is positively buoyant, which allow the submarine to automatically float back to the surface. The cockpit is a pressure hull that has been proof-tested to keep humans safe from the external pressure of the ocean. Communication lines are always open between the sub and surface/shore, and between the pilot and passengers.
Project Neptune
Project Neptune is the result of collaboration between submarine specialist Triton and luxury car brand Aston Martin. This submarine can to dive to depths of 500 metres and carry two passengers and a pilot. Project Neptune is the result of collaboration between submarine specialist Triton and luxury car brand Aston Martin. This submarine can to dive to depths of 500 metres and carry two passengers and a pilot.
Project Neptune’s interior was a great challenge. Unlike a sports car where the interiors are installed into an open-sided cabin before the doors are fitted, everything you see inside will be lowered through the upper-hatch and assembled within the completed sphere of the pressure hull. The interior is quintessentially Aston Martin – a luxurious mix of hand-stitched leather and high-performance carbon fibre, assembled without obstructing the panoramic sight-lines that Triton submersibles are famous for.
Super Yacht Sub 3 / U-Boat Worx Super Yacht Sub
Compact and luxurious private submarines especially designed to fit aboard superyachts. The Super Yacht Sub 3 – 500LX offers a larger depth-rating up to 300 metres and wider interior space with minimal increase in the size and weight of the submersible itself. To experience the underwater world in the optimal way the fully acrylic pressure hull has been positioned at the front of the submersible, providing an unobstructed view in every direction.
With the U-Boat Worx Super Yacht Sub series, the ultimate in luxury interior design is created. When onboard a Super Yacht Sub, guests enjoy exciting views in a comfortable air-conditioned environment. Not only is there space for a pilot and two passengers but a whole host of scientific equipment can also fit into this luxury submarine that can dive to depths of up to 1,100 metres. It can cruise at speeds of three knots and remain submerged for up to 18 hours. Finally, auto depth and auto heading make piloting the 1100 relatively simple.
Seamagine Aurora-6S
The Aurora-6S is ideally suited for group expedition dives offering exceptional underwater field of views to all occupants in a spacious transparent cabin. The pilot sits in the center rear seat and all the passengers have their seats especially arranged to maximize their views and ensure their comfort. The vessel has deep diving capability of up to 1000 meters at a max speed of three knots for eight hours and, due to its design, offers a relatively light weight multi-passenger underwater vehicle even with having such an extra-large acrylic cabin.
The submarine is equipped with six powerful electric propulsion thrusters allowing superior underwater maneuverability and is also equipped with the latest subsea technology regarding sonars, cameras, lighting and navigation technologies.
GSE Trieste VAS 525/60
If you are dreaming of yellow submarine – here it is! The VAS 525/60 is designed to carry four or five passengers in comfort down to a maximum operating depth of 525 feet / 160 metres. Built to exacting military specifications, this is the ultimate machine to embark on many new lifetime adventures.
This unique vessel may be complex but is also compact with dimensions which many superyacht garages can accommodate. The submarine’s length is 8.4 metres, beam 2.4 metres and height 2. 6 metres. Whist the exterior boats a distinct, and unforgettable, yellow colour scheme, the VAS 525/60’s luxury interior offers a fluid continuation from a superyachts stylish and elegant design as well as a flexible seating layout, leather lounges, a toilet and even an onboard fridge for some underwater refreshment!
Sunreef Yachts unveils its innovative 40M Explorer Eco model, a cutting-edge eco-friendly version designed to redefine yachting and venture far beyond conventional routes. This new vessel features a narrower, more efficient hull that significantly reduces energy consumption, enabling seamless ocean crossings. Sunreef's pioneering ultralight composite construction, paired with a state-of-the-art electric propulsion system, empowers the yacht to navigate vast distances using sustainable energy sources.A standout feature is the expansive swimming platform at the aft, which transforms into a versatile beach club or watersports area based on preferences. Massive folding wings extend the platform, enhancing onboard recreational possibilities. The main deck boasts four spacious guest cabins, while the upper deck serves as the owner's exclusive sanctuary, complete with private quarters and a terrace offering panoramic views.Innovative bow sections absorb incoming waves, enhancing comfort for guests and optimizing energy efficiency during navigation. Equipped with dual 540 kW engines and capable of cruising at 10 knots, the Sunreef Explorer Eco is tailor-made for transatlantic voyages. This 40-meter yacht accommodates up to 10 guests, supported by a dedicated crew of seven.Renowned Sunreef Ambassador Mike Horn, whose collaboration with the brand has been instrumental in inspiring this design, joined forces with Sunreef Yachts' CEO during an expedition in Greenland. "Exploring Greenland under sail with Mike has been a profound motivator for me to drive sustainability in the yachting industry," remarked Francis Lapp, CEO of Sunreef Yachts.Sunreef Yachts was founded by Francis Lapp in 2002 in Gdansk, Poland. Since then, the shipyard has been designing and manufacturing luxury sailing and power multihulls. Credits: Sunreef Yachts
May 3, 2024
Emerging from a highly secretive five-year construction period, Alvia, formerly known as Project Hanami after the iconic Japanese cherry blossom festival, has finally set sail. The 76.1m custom superyacht was handed over to her owner at the Royal Van Lent shipyard in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, on April 30. This remarkable vessel has only been unveiled once before, with her bare hull arriving at the building shed in 2021. Following meticulous craftsmanship, Alvia made a brief appearance outside the Kaag Island drydock in August 2023 for the installation of her stylized mast on the top deck.Originally sold by the Burgess brokerage team in 2019, construction on Project Hanami commenced shortly thereafter. The Burgess technical services team spearheaded the project from pre-contract specification to launch, collaborating closely with the owner's representatives and top-tier engineers and designers in the industry.The exterior design of Alvia was expertly crafted by RWD, while De Voogt handled her naval architecture. Constructed from a blend of steel and aluminum, the vessel boasts a sleek displacement hull, a classic flared bow, and graceful, sweeping lines. Exterior highlights include a 6.4-meter pool on the main deck aft and a versatile sports court on the foredeck. Additionally, the bridge deck features interactive lighting to illuminate your sky-high gatherings.With a generous beam of 13.2-meter, Alvia offers an impressive interior volume of 2,265 GT. Designed by RWD and Susan Young Interiors, the spacious living quarters are easily accessible via an elevator, ensuring convenience for all aboard. The owner's deck features folding balconies that expand to create additional alfresco relaxation areas as desired. Another notable feature is the lower deck wellness center, complete with a gym, spa, and scenic sea terrace.While Burgess did not disclose specific propulsion details, Alvia boasts a transatlantic range of 5,500 nautical miles, allowing effortless navigation between her preferred cruising destinations in the Mediterranean and Caribbean.Based in the Netherlands and with roots dating back to 1849, Feadship was formed as a group in 1949 as a marketing partnership between six Dutch shipyards, de Vries Lentch, Van de Stadt, Witsen & Vis, Akerboom, De Vries Scheepsbouw and Van Lent Shipyard, and De Voogt Naval Architects. Feadship is well-known as one of the Netherlands’ most elite yacht builders and delivers superyachts from 50–100+ meters in length.Credits: Burgess
May 3, 2024
The team at Damen Yachting has confirmed the delivery of YS 53, Bad Company Support 175. This 53-meter Yacht Support is the first of the YS 53 design series and has been handed over to her Owner, sports fisherman Anthony Hsieh. Bad Company Support 175 will now take on an ambitious ocean-going deep-sea fishing and conservation programme as part of the Owner’s Bad Company fleet.The vessel's design and performance have been meticulously tailored to cater to the Owner's preferences. Bad Company Support 175 will not only serve as fast support to the fleet, she will also operate as a main hub for Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Ocean based activities providing a technical and functional base for equipment and dedicated programmes as well as long and short term onboard living and accommodation facilities for the Owner and his specialist crew.“As the Project Manager for Bad Company 175, I am honoured to have been part of the build of this remarkable vessel – the first in the series.” Salih Saim Kaya, Project Manager Damen Yachting.Throughout the project, communication with the Owner's representative, Neil Emmott, has been open and transparent, ensuring effective collaboration and understanding of the Owner's specific requirements. Neil Emmott explains: “In pursuit of a lifelong dream, the Owner's involvement has been crucial in shaping the project, with enhancements based on his personal and very specific requests, such as accommodating a game boat, including a helicopter hangar, adding a custom jacuzzi, transforming the main deck lounge into a dedicated strategy meeting room, and integrating a Starlink antenna for improved connectivity.”Damen Yachting, a division within the Damen Shipyards Group, was created in 2019. The division combines the pedigree and heritage of Amels yachts with a growing portfolio of SeaXplorer yachts and Yacht Support vessels.Credits: Damen Yachting
May 3, 2024
Baglietto is celebrating its fourth launch this year – last week the Italian shipyard launched the third T52 hull and named Akula.The exterior was designed by Francesco Paszkowski Design, who chose a dark gray shade for the body, which gives this unit a powerful and aggressive look. Enrico Gobbi's design team was responsible for the interior. The Italian Yacht Group as the owner's representative and Fabrizio Lai of Interyachting LLC as the surveyor supervised the entire construction process on behalf of the owner.All the features that ensured the success of this line are preserved here - from the open stern, on which the beach club is located on 3 levels, to the sky lounge on the upper deck, which opens on 3 sides thanks to fully concealed floor-to-ceiling windows, are preserved. At the same time, as in the previous case, a number of innovative solutions can be found on the yacht. The aft part was also redesigned, the garage was replaced with a comfortable gym, and 2 jet skis and a 5.5-meter tender were moved to the bow.The technical launch took place in the presence of the shipyard’s workers, while waiting on the formal ceremony to be held at the beginning of the summer season, when the yacht will be officially delivered to her owner.“We are now stepping into the bustling season of deliveries,” comments Baglietto’s CCO Fabio Ermetto. “This year, as many as 4 T52 vessels and 2 yachts in the DOM133 series will be hitting the water. And, although each yacht is part of a specific line, she is in fact truly one in her kind and the outcome of a long journey made side by side with the Owner. The launch is the culmination of this process”.Baglietto Spa is an Italian boat builder based in La Spezia specializing in new aluminum light alloy yachts ranging between 35m and 50m in length and steel and light aluminum alloy displacement megayachts starting at 40m.Credits: Baglietto
May 2, 2024
Built by Feadship in 1983, the interior and exterior of this legendary yacht was made by Jon Bannenberg for the visionary Mexican tycoon Emilio Azcárraga, alongside her sister ship Paraiso, Azteca made waves in the yachting world with her avant-garde design. AztecaUpon her arrival at Aykin Marina & Shipyard in February 2022, the yacht embarked on a comprehensive transformation, culminating in her relaunch in April 2024. Initial glimpses of her exterior reveal a modern reinterpretation of her distinctive forewindows, complemented by a striking navy hull accented with crisp white detailing. Original interior Among the notable enhancements is the extension of the stern by 3.2 meters, accompanied by a complete overhaul of the transom and sundeck. The latter, achieved through the removal of the original roof structure, promises an elevated onboard experience. Inside, yacht's interiors have undergone a thorough revitalization, with particular attention paid to the conversion of her original television lounge into an additional guest cabin.KoruThe yacht was renamed Koru and now she also boasts revamped technical systems, including a comprehensive overhaul of her main engines, ensuring seamless operation and reliability for future voyages.As Koru emerges from her transformative journey, she stands ready to embark on new adventures, soon the yacht will be available for sale.Credits: Ocean Technical; Feadship
May 2, 2024