Sea-Adventures Articles
The purchase of the 46.6-metre marvel, the Focus, showcases a monumental triumph in the world of aquatic vessels. Known for its robust, cutting-edge motorboats and yachts, North American Yachts produced another masterstroke in seafaring technology and luxury. The all-aluminium Focus motor yacht sets the course for unmatched elegance and functionality.
In a sale facilitated by industry powerhouses Northrop & Johnson’s Sean Doyle, Mike Finnegan, and Wes Sanford and Superyacht Sales and Charter’s Neil Emmott, the exquisite vessel has found a new connoisseur to carry forward its legacy. The buyer, introduced by Burgess’s Charles Jones, will now set sail on this beacon of design and functionality.
Royal Huisman, the Dutch superyacht-building hotshot, has set sail on an awe-inspiring project: constructing the 81-meter ‘Sky’, set to be the world’s tallest sloop. This project revolves around a pioneering carbon rig, courtesy of Rondal. Its mammoth 93-meter mast rivals the Statue of Liberty in grandeur, matching its height from ground to torch.
With the engineering phase largely complete, the yachting community is buzzing with anticipation for Sky’s delivery in 2030. Masterminded by Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design and Winch Design who planned the naval architecture, exterior, and interior, Sky is a testament to practical design innovation and operational safety.
The Sky hasn’t just been conceived with dimensions in mind. The project features impressive highlights such as a long waterline, full aluminium construction, and improved weight distribution. A potent Rondal rig, an integrated sailing system, and dual carbon composite rudders will offer manoeuvrability rivalling smaller performance yachts.