Revamped and Re-energized: The 45m Royal Hakvoort Yacht Awatea Makes Waves after Striking Seven Month Renovation

After seven months of meticulous and attentive refurbishment, the stunning 45-metre motor yacht Awatea by Royal Hakvoort has been re-launched at Balk Shipyard, the renowned shipbuilder based in the Netherlands. It’s not the first time that Awatea has impressed the maritime world; she was first delivered by Royal Hakvoort in 2008, a masterstroke of design by Cor D. Rover, and remains the fourth largest yacht ever produced by the eminent Dutch yard.

This comprehensive refit involved a series of technical upgrades, including the servicing of essential equipment such as engines and generators, watermaker, sewage treatment plant, and other major works. The yacht was additionally enhanced with an advanced HVAC system, new radars, depth and speed sensors, and a full upgrade of the AMS and PMCS systems. The lighting system received an upgrade as well, to enhance the ambiance on board.

These upgrades and changes were not undertaken alone. Due to the close proximity of the Dutch yacht-building industry, the craftsmen behind Awatea’s original build provided their expertise throughout the renovation process, ensuring continuity, authenticity, and the very highest standards.

Following the relaunch of the Awatea, Balk Shipyard currently has one superyacht project underway: the 43.2-metre Yemaya, following its astounding acquisition by a Dutch entrepreneur. With this renovation, Awatea now stands poised for her next chapter of adventures on the water, re-energized, revamped and more stunning than ever.