Design Articles
Manifesting the ultimate maritime poise, Ares Yachts has launched its flagship vessel, a majestic 62-metre sailing yacht christened Simena. Constructed at Ares’ facilities in the beautiful coastal city of Antalya, Simena is built to RINA Class C from an innovative blend of steel–carbon composite, with exceptional design contributions from Taka Yacht Design.
Exuding a nostalgic reminiscence of a ‘gentler age of sail’, Simena’s design draws influence from traditional clipper ships, evidenced by its stylish bow complete with a full-rigged bowsprit and trail board. The yacht’s elegance is further emphasised by traditional teak decks and a varnished Sipo mahogany exterior, in a nod to the extensive marine history of the ancient Turkish city.
In a formidable display of maritime artistry, Dutch yacht manufacturer, Oceanco, announced the launch of its latest masterpiece, the 111-metre superyacht, Y726. This is not just any launch; it’s a testimony to design ambition, robust engineering, and collaboration. The Y726 promises to set new standards in the luxury maritime sector and transform how we perceive grandeur at sea.
Commissioned in 2022 by an experienced and returning client, the yacht rose from the depths of Oceanco’s Alblasserdam facilities. It flaunts a 16-metre wide beam and a gross tonnage of 4,550GT, earning the title as one of the largest yachts by volume ever constructed by the shipyard. The yacht’s exterior, the creation of world-renowned designer Espen Øino, is complemented by an elegant, family-oriented interior from Mark Berryman. The intricacies of naval architecture have been meticulously planned and executed by the Lateral Naval Architects, in tandem with Oceanco’s in-house team.