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The prestigious German shipyard, Lürssen, has introduced a triumph of marine engineering in the form of the 114.2-metre Cosmos. This superyacht uniquely features methanol fuel-cell technology, marking a ’technologically challenging procedure’ that makes Cosmos a fore-runner in the evolution of yachting. The vessel possesses two 500kW methanol fuel cells, with the capacity to cruise up to seven knots for a range of 1,000 nautical miles, a feature requested by the owner. However, to ensure a balance between innovation and practicality, the yacht still includes all traditional combustion equipment like the diesel generators, engines, and tanks.
There is a beam of moonlight glittering on the horizon as Feadship’s latest brainchild, the 101-meter superyacht Moonrise, begins her maiden journey, having breezed through successful trials in the harsh North Sea. With Studio De Voogt at the helm of the sleek exterior design and the warm palette of Rémi Tessier adorning the interior, Moonrise pays homage to her predecessor’s signature aesthetic while incorporating significant advancements.
Sharing more than a name with its forerunner, Moonrise carries the hallmark sleek exterior lines, the grey and snow-white colour scheme, and the signature ‘powerful vertical bow’. However, she distinguishes herself with numerous technological enhancements and finer design nudges. An alteration is evident in the absence of the domes, traditionally housing VSAT and TVRO antennas. In their place, Moonrise boldly integrates Starlink satellite receivers into the superstructure, enhancing communication and streaming capabilities, and preserving the streamlined aesthetic.