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largest yachts Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2023

As the Antigua Charter Yacht Show approaches, SuperYacht Times takes a look at a selection of the largest yachts attending.

The largest yachts attending Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2023

The 24.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> catamaran <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13340" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Rita24.6m (80'9&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2016">Royal Rita</a> has entered the market. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is represented by Nigel Beatty of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13340" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Rita24.6m (80'9&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2016">Royal Rita</a> showcases a beam of 9.3-metres and a draft of 1.55-metres, providing her with access to remote anchorages.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291929/image/large-a26dab2e1ba1a284870cbda591a72ae2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291929">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> features exterior design and naval architecture crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13340" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Rita24.6m (80'9&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2016">Royal Rita</a> can accommodate up to 10 guests across her five sumptuous staterooms, with space for a crew of two members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291935/image/large-2f747eeb325e8bf88fa8e6cbdb29afcf.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291935"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291936/image/large-fb554890cae4f8dc392f1053077300d3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291936">Delivered in 2016, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sunreef-yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Sunreef yacht for sale</a> was recently refitted in 2022 leaving her with refurbished, contemporary interiors. The catamaran boasts a chic main saloon, featuring a large fitted L-shaped sofa surrounding an angular coffee table, with vibrant orange furnishings scattered throughout. The saloon blends crisp white surfaces with blue hues to create an inviting atmosphere onboard. In addition, the saloon houses an expansive skylight, allowing plenty of light to illuminate the interior throughout the day.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291937/image/large-9dc7fab4c4402a5a882b53bab4f863f6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291937">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/royal-rita/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Royal Rita for sale</a> showcases a large owner’s suite, boasting 180-degree oceanic views and a modern interior design. The owner’s stateroom is equipped with an opulent ensuite, featuring a large walk-in shower and his-and-hers sinks. Three of the guest staterooms boast private ensuites and queen size beds, with one guest suite offering an additional fold-down bunk. The fifth contemporary stateroom houses twin beds and can be converted into an extra crew cabin to accommodate a crew of four members onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291933/image/large-efe03a19776db84be4275479ef769406.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291933"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291934/image/large-3059a3eb1c1e798a003f032b19a8a4a6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291934"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291932/image/large-f4b40007f6ab364121bbc2512d5c536c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291932">Designed with entertainment in mind, guests can also relax on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13340" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Rita24.6m (80'9&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2016">Royal Rita</a>’s generous exterior decks. The main deck aft showcases a plush sunpad and an adjacent formal dining area for guests to enjoy, while a lounge area leads to the submersible swim platform. Comfortable sunloungers are also situated at the yacht’s bow, while the flybridge deck provides an exclusive sanctuary, boasting panoramic views and even a fully equipped gym.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291938/image/large-65b073bfbb0f21fca7a08c514e6c9680.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291938"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/291939/image/large-7e9a1cf2744eed0986aa7b24d0d15b50.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/291939">Regarding performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13340" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Rita24.6m (80'9&quot;)Sunreef Yachts2016">Royal Rita</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines, providing her with a top speed of 21 knots and a cruising speed of 17 knots.

25m Sunreef yacht Royal Rita for sale 

New to market: The 25m Sunreef catamaran Royal Rita is for sale 

25m Sunreef catamaran Royal Rita for sale 

The 46.3-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/618" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lucy III46.3m (151'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1992">Lucy III</a> sold in an in-house deal with Darrell Hall of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> representing the buyer and the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196284/image/large-79be89cf97024d8a55648555aee6045f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196284">Delivered in 1992, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/618" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lucy III46.3m (151'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1992">Lucy III</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/172" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gerhard Gilgenast (Company)">Gerhard Gilgenast</a>, with naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen Yachts</a>. Following a refit at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> yard in Rendsburg in 2002, she features a classic interior design from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/534" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silvestrin Design (Company)">Silvestrin Design</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196311/image/large-d2d528b52a9bbe9683495879c727782d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196311"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196312/image/large-55f304586a604197d4ff3c023e43082c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196312"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196322/image/large-721131a1aa7145997f9835b276abe3ed.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196322"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196319/image/large-b934da89af5818cdb38a4482abd2bcec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196319">Previously named Ontario, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/618" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lucy III46.3m (151'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1992">Lucy III</a> can sleep ten overnight guests across a five stateroom configuration including a master suite on the owner’s deck which comes complete with a study and ensuite. Additionally, two king and two double staterooms provide further guest accommodations. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196309/image/large-ccd36da006f9b8bff54c96c6af30c51e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196309"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196328/image/large-89983935043241891b87163a94f0ca0c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196328"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196329/image/large-b146e08e1db93ec5cdb3fd1a8223462c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196329">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/618" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lucy III46.3m (151'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1992">Lucy III</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a>, with a combined 1,712 horsepower they are able to provide her with a 7,000 nautical mile global cruising range at 14 knots. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196285/image/large-066755c414b4e00a96014572676dfe03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196285">At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/618" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lucy III46.3m (151'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1992">Lucy III</a> had a last known asking price of €7,500,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196295/image/large-901bf1fd7bed5c6f6e41190e69a50936.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196295">

46m Lürssen motor yacht Lucy III sold

The 46m Lürssen superyacht Lucy III sold with a last known asking price of €7,500,000.

46m Lürssen superyacht Lucy III sold

The 46.71-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Daybreak47.0m (154'2&quot;)Feadship1997">Daybreak</a> has sold. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>’s Michel Chryssicopoulos introduced the buyer and the seller was represented by Nigel Beatty of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> and Grace Zeilmann of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7001" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grace Zeilmann Yacht Group Inc. (Company)">Grace Zeilmann Yacht Group Inc.</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/189454/image/large-d544592c2eacb155bea1cf63fe15972f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/189454"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Daybreak47.0m (154'2&quot;)Feadship1997">Daybreak</a> was delivered in 1997 by the renowned Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a>. Since her delivery, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Daybreak47.0m (154'2&quot;)Feadship1997">Daybreak</a> has been kept in fantastic condition, with a 2016 refit and various further upgrades since then.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/189446/image/large-e5b2dcab636f5e454376bab93bf3f3bd.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/189446">Her classic exterior and naval architecture are the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">De Voogt Naval Architects</a>, who designed an elegantly swept bow and gently sweeping lines. The French-based design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/128" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Larvor (Company)">Larvor</a> penned <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Daybreak47.0m (154'2&quot;)Feadship1997">Daybreak</a>’s interior. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/189440/image/large-7007daac32de51e16846489d667dea81.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/189440">Up to 12 guests can be accommodated in six spacious staterooms, including a full-beam master suite on the main deck. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Daybreak47.0m (154'2&quot;)Feadship1997">Daybreak</a>’s notable features include an integrated Jacuzzi on the upper deck, as well as a spacious alfresco dining area.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1046" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Daybreak47.0m (154'2&quot;)Feadship1997">Daybreak</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines and has a top speed of 14.5 knots and a cruising speed of 12.5 knots.

47m Feadship yacht Daybreak sold

Feadship 46.71-metre superyacht Daybreak sold, with a last known asking price of $9,900,000.

47m Feadship superyacht Daybreak sold

The 31-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3812" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mia Zoi31.0m (101'8&quot;)Vitters Shipyard1995">Mia Zoi</a> sold after 154 days on the market. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moravia Yachting (Company)">Moravia</a>'s Roy Posthuma represented the buyer and Darrell Hall of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233224/image/large-736fedff05fbd7c9cb10995c02884c87.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233224">The motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3812" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mia Zoi31.0m (101'8&quot;)Vitters Shipyard1995">Mia Zoi</a> was built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters Shipyard</a> in The Netherlands and launched in 1995. Her most recent refit was conducted in 2021 and the yacht has accommodation for 10 guests in total as well as separate quarters for six crew. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233227/image/large-ae88b31d73171d5760a707136bf127ec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233227"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233228/image/large-f6234e8531beb375b89fb7c4dd4870b4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233228">The interior is light, bright, extremely comfortable, and finished with upholstery in neutral tones. She features a generous aft deck, swim platform, and comfortable sun deck. &nbsp;The yacht is equipped with zero speed stabilisers and has a top speed of 25 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233231/image/large-3a663bb2a7549d2105d53ebfc9f4a2cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233231"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233233/image/large-05f0a256f54392b8840e5d58ba9d9513.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233233">Roy Posthuma commented, "I’m very happy to have been able to assist the buyer in acquiring this unique Dutch-built superyacht. Only two of them were ever built at the award-winning <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> Shipyard, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3812" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mia Zoi31.0m (101'8&quot;)Vitters Shipyard1995">Mia Zoi</a> is in immaculate condition. I wish the owner and his family many happy days aboard."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233234/image/large-495f0d01449e7267beb675ff392e9a54.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233234"> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3812" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mia Zoi31.0m (101'8&quot;)Vitters Shipyard1995">Mia Zoi</a> will now available for charter through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hill Robinson (Company)">Hill Robinson</a>. She had a last known asking price of €3,400,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233254/image/large-bba13d1df96a9e7e683bde74fe4009eb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233254">

Vitters motor yacht Mia Zoi sold

The 31m Vitters motor yacht Mia Zoi sold after 154 days on the market.

Vitters 31m motor yacht Mia Zoi sold

The Monaco-based brokerage house <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56238" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Top-tier shuffle: Yachtzoo has announced a change in partners (2022-10-26 12:15:00 +0200)">announced a top-tier shuffle last week</a>, after 15-years of successful operation and growth. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> was founded with four partners at the helm: Darrell Hall, Kirsten Ringsing, Paola Scalabrino and Chris Richardson. But both Scalabrino and Richardson have made the decision to step back as partners to focus respectively on charter and sales at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>. Darrell is now the majority shareholder.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246698/image/large-bfcc787ca903889a862e27335ea40b87.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246698">Joining Darrell Hall and Kirsten Ringsing as the new partner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> is Carin Zemel, assuming the role of Compliance Officer. Zemel may be a new name in yachting for most – but she’s not for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>. She has a breadth of knowledge developed through previous experiences that is easily transferable and highly relevant to the world of yachting.SuperYacht Times sat down with the new partner and Compliance Officer, Carin Zemel, and Marie Perrier, Manager of Sales and Marketing of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>, to discover more. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247194/image/large-e4e66fcf088e2d01e5ac9760cf6e5cf6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247194">What motivated you to move into yacht brokerage?Zemel:&nbsp;It’s an exciting industry with an incredible product and experience that we’re selling. But for me, it’s less about the industry itself and more about sharing a livelihood and lifestyle with my fiancé, Darrell. As we’ve been together for 11 years now, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> is very familiar to me: I know the other partners and employees extremely well, especially as the turnover rate of our employees is so low.&nbsp;Perrier:&nbsp;We’ve always known Carin; she’s always been around and involved in our events. This is a small company and we are a close team – and one that Carin’s always been part of. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208226/image/large-6db7e58c3ee47fd896e60f0c8487a20e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208226">After 15 years of successful operation, why is now the right time to restructure&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>? &nbsp;Perrier:&nbsp;It mostly stems from Patrick Aubert, our CFO, taking retirement back in April. Patrick oversaw the admin, and the accounts and was the general backbone of the company. So with his departure, added to the fact that Paola and Chris wanted to focus more on their clients and brokerage, rather than the day-to-day running of the business, it was time to make some big changes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208222/image/large-e87c34fa1e62fe78722d0b4e2400c08d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208222">Carin, how does your experience in other industry sectors prepare you to be a Partner compliance officer at&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>?Zemel:&nbsp;The yachting industry in Monaco is a regulated business; we have a national authority called SICCFIN ensuring that regulated companies implement measures to combat money laundering, terrorist financing and corruption. &nbsp;The industry I came from is corporate service providing, which is also a regulated business in Monaco. Much like yachting, the industry I came from needs to conduct a risk analysis of its clients and prepare annual reports for SICCFIN. So I’m used to ensure that companies are compliant and in line with the regulations enforced by SICCFIN.Another core aspect of compliance regulation is ensuring that clients aren’t on the watch list, something which is paramount with many Russians on the sanction list, who of course can’t buy or sell yachts at the moment. I’m experienced with this level of pressure, and it was refreshing to join <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> as Patrick left all of our compliance files in incredible order. He took the job very seriously, much as I do. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208212/image/large-391ca1c70a6822b2c89fe2ca519bf6b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208212">On the other side of this question, what does your previous experience not prepare you for? How steep is the learning curve?Zemel:&nbsp;So far it’s been a smooth transition but there are, of course, things that I’ve been learning. The steepest learning curve has been with the structure of commissions and how they’re shared between brokers. But for risk and compliance, regardless of what a client is buying or what service you’re offering, the systems stay the same. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247192/image/large-892844c8fc0b20d46a7be524d82e1dcd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247192"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>&nbsp;recently added cryptocurrencies to its payment portfolio; is this a risk for compliance? And does it reflect a changing demographic of your clientele?&nbsp;Zemel: On the practical side of things, purchases through cryptocurrencies are much the same as more traditional methods – it’s all done like a wire transfer. Sales made with cryptocurrencies are subject to two compliance checks, the first done by us and the other by our facilitator, BitPay. &nbsp;Perrier: When BitPay made its pitch to us, we were sold. It’s a great marketing tool and it attracts a new younger, more tech-orientated, clientele, who’s either had success in this sector or are using it for other forms of payments. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247193/image/large-b14d24c3b8aa082c8b56027caaeb5b3c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247193">What are the broader plans for&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>; and where would you like to see&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>&nbsp;in the next five years?&nbsp;Zemel: At the moment we’re looking to grow our team, on both the sales and charter side of things. On the operational side of things, decision-making has become a lot more streamlined and can be actualised much quicker.&nbsp;Perrier: We’re very hands-on and have always prided ourselves on the friendly and welcoming atmosphere that we’ve created. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> has a small yet powerful team that works out of a beautiful office in Monaco. The plan is to further champion these values.&nbsp;

Carin Zemel on her recent appointment as Partner and Compliance Officer at Yachtzoo

SYT sat down with the new partner and Compliance Officer, Carin Zemel, to hear why she joined the brokerage house. 

Exclusive: Carin Zemel on her recent appointment as Partner and Compliance Officer at Yachtzoo

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> has announced a change of partnership after fifteen years with Darrell Hall, Kirsten Ringsing, Paola Scalabrino and Chris Richardson. The brokerage firm was founded in Monaco in 2007, and the latter two partners – Paola Scalabrino and Chris Richardson – have now sold their shares to focus solely on the sales and charter side of operations. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246698/image/large-bfcc787ca903889a862e27335ea40b87.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246698">Paola and Chris will remain at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> respectively as charter broker and sales broker, while Darrell Hall is now the majority shareholder and partner of the company. Kristen Ringsing will remain as the second main partner, and Carin Zemel has joined as new partner and compliance officer.&nbsp;Carin Zemel has assumed a number of different commercial roles in the telecom industry in the Netherlands. She also holds a Master’s degree in Law from the Erasmus University of Rotterdam. She’s been based in Monaco since 2006, working at family offices and Corporate Service Providers.&nbsp;“I am genuinely excited about this new partner structure for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>, it’s a win-win for all. I’m happy Chris and Paola got to collect on the fruits of their hard work over the years. For myself, it feels like a new fresh energy for the company. Having now a controlling interest helps streamline leadership and the decision-making process. It will make our business more dynamic and sharper,” Darrell Hall commented.

Yachtzoo announces change in partners

Yachtzoo has announced a change of partnership, with Paola Scalabrino and Chris Richardson stepping down and Carin Zemel joining. 

Top-tier shuffle: Yachtzoo has announced a change in partners

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/760" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Pacifico Services Inc. (Company)">Ocean Pacifico Services</a>’ 38-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1045" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlas38.0m (124'8&quot;)Ocean Pacifico Services Inc.2000">Atlas</a> sold after being on the market for less than a year. Negotiations for the sale of this motor yacht were handled by Ian Sherwood of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>, who introduced the buyer, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> who represented the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/102809/image/large-d40ecf1fc8eeab5f9741ed6f8dfb1e9b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/102809"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1045" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlas38.0m (124'8&quot;)Ocean Pacifico Services Inc.2000">Atlas</a> was launched in 2000 and features an exterior design and naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diana Yacht Design B.V. (Company)">Diana Yacht Design</a>. The motor yacht has been well maintained over the years and has undertaken a number of refit and maintenance appointments, her most recent was completed late last year. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219895/image/large-0beefb4afd77f5a3564951a661d6d385.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219895"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219898/image/large-6b25e2b5b0e6dbe9585d563bad0be6c6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219898"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219893/image/large-a290d992e0a07f3b6109778064913c5b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219893">With 272 GT of interior volume and five staterooms – comprising a master, three doubles and a twin – the motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1045" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlas38.0m (124'8&quot;)Ocean Pacifico Services Inc.2000">Atlas</a> offers accommodation for as many as 10 guests. She also has four cabins that can sleep a total of seven crew.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219901/image/large-a19ca7b0695b08c7fce204990d83690c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219901"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219902/image/large-e3d427ea2c74ee022c253373aff44cd1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219902"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219904/image/large-52323c496c674b5bd73ea9f94b5e24f3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219904">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1045" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlas38.0m (124'8&quot;)Ocean Pacifico Services Inc.2000">Atlas</a> is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">CAT</a> engines that give her a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 14 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219903/image/large-53dbc0e9cc6b274849325e8377bb6540.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219903"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219905/image/large-9e7daadf31e89cc22b9e6d7d6f979e3f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219905"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219897/image/large-3e68b820162171d075f5ccc5ef1a7549.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219897"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1045" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlas38.0m (124'8&quot;)Ocean Pacifico Services Inc.2000">Atlas</a> was asking €3,950,000 at the time of her sale. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219892/image/large-c23cdcde88cb0057479753eb67afd187.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219892">

Ocean Pacifico Services’ 38-metre motor yacht Atlas sold

Ocean Pacifico Services’ 38m motor yacht Atlas sold with a last known asking price of €3,950,000.

Ocean Pacifico Services’ 38m motor yacht Atlas sold

Cryptocurrencies have become even more present in the yachting world, with a number of leading brokerage houses accepting these types of payments to buy and charter yachts. While the uptake has been gradual, the recent surge highlights that this hesitancy hasn’t come from resistance. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208212/image/large-391ca1c70a6822b2c89fe2ca519bf6b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208212">Even amidst the great crypto crash, many brokerage firms are adding these payment types to their portfolios – this trend highlights an expectation that crypto will bounce back. The most recent being the Monaco-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>, which, like many others, has partnered up with the global bitcoin service provider BitPay. BitPay enables instantaneous borderless payments with many leading cryptocoins. The blockchain payment processing that it employs is said to “eliminate transaction fraud”.Darrell Hall, Founding Partner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>, spoke out about this partnership: “As a leading yacht brokerage, we are always looking at innovative solutions to enhance our customers’ experience. Our job as a luxury yacht brokerage is to make chartering, selling, or acquiring a yacht as flawless as possible. Our partnership with BitPay is another way we make it as easy as possible for our customers.”&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>, a brokerage house synonymous with tradition, made the plunge early last month. The move is a strategic one for the 240-year-old company, as it’s looking to attract new clientele by tapping into the “massive crypto marketplace”. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208208/image/large-f4020197b94aa67adf3951f1a4742d12.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208208"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">“Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> realises the potential for crypto to transform the yachting industry, making payments faster, more secure, and less expensive on a global scale,” said Merrick Theobald, Vice President of Marketing at BitPay. “With the total market cap of crypto approaching $2 trillion, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> is also now well-positioned to take advantage of this wealth by helping those crypto holders who are looking to purchase luxury items like yacht sales and yacht charters.”&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54180" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Crypto-mania: Superyacht Vianne offered in Crypto and NFTs (2021-11-30 12:30:00 +0100)">Crypto-mania: Superyacht Vianne offered in Crypto and NFTs</a>The US-based brokerage firm <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> was the first to test the waters, pioneering cryptocurrencies as a payment method in 2014. I spoke with Bob Denison last November and he shared that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison</a> has sold 17 yachts through bitcoin, and is expected to round the figure to 20 sales by the end of 2021. Rather than just accepting wallet-to-wallet payments as most brokerage houses do now, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison</a> also has eight bitcoin miners in-house. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/210670/image/large-a4ecddde47d5c68d605bd010a4321db8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/210670">“We need to be present and available to all potential clients in all marketplaces, and if a client wants to pay with Bitcoin, we are positioned to handle the transaction,” Bob Denison said.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54008" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Superyacht brokerage & bitcoin: Is the trend here to stay? (2021-11-03 16:45:00 +0100)">Superyacht brokerage &amp; bitcoin: Is the trend here to stay?</a>Another firm that recently raised the crypto flag is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a>. BitPay has once again been the choice partnership, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a> has capitalised on this venture by selling the 40.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4627" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oryx40.2m (131'11&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Oryx</a> using BitPay.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54551" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="40m Benetti Oryx sold for €9.9m with cryptocurrency (2022-02-07 12:45:00 +0100)">40m Benetti Oryx sold for €9.9m with cryptocurrency</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/191625/image/large-a0fa175d2911c86c56888bca91d42424.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/191625">At the time of her sale, Juan Andrade, Broker at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a> commented, “The ability to accept cryptocurrency enables <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a> to attract new customers and sales by tapping the massive crypto marketplace. BitPay manages the entire process and makes it easy to receive crypto from the customer and adapt their approach to each client’s personal situation.”Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="72m superyacht Azteca, listed for sale in cryptocurrency, has been sold (2021-11-16 15:30:00 +0100)">72m superyacht Azteca, listed for sale in cryptocurrency, has been sold</a>What makes the crypto market so interesting is not its volatility – which is undoubtedly making many sweat profusely at the moment &nbsp;– but how it’s created a great deal of “new money”. This is interesting for our industry as this is a new demographic with money to spend and, as this swathe of partnerships with BitPay attests, has an interest in yachting. It’s too early to tell whether we'll see a major impact like we did around the turn of the millennium and the great US tech boom. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> subtly paid tribute to this great age as they announced its partnership with BitPay; heading its statement with a photograph of one of the legends from that age: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>’s 126m superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Octopus126.2m (414'1&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2003">Octopus</a>, which was formerly owned by the late Microsoft co-owner, Paul Allen. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224946/image/large-2fbf251fbfdd0a35dc3ee70a043bb663.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224946">The crypto market is yet to filter to new-builds like the first tech boom did. I spoke with Albert Hakvoort of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/40" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Hakvoort Shipyard (Company)">Royal Hakvoort Shipyard</a> last week to check whether this demographic has started placing orders for full-custom yachts yet. “Not yet,” Hakvoort said. “In a few years once they become a little more experienced they may start looking to develop a custom yacht.”&nbsp;

 yacht brokers selling superyachts through BitPay

Even amidst the great crypto crash, many brokerage firms are adding these payment types to their portfolios. 

More brokers accept BitPay amid crypto market uncertainty

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a>’s 40.05-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amwaj40.05m (131'5&quot;)Sunseeker2016">Amwaj</a> sold after being on the market for 522 days. Her deal was concluded in Monaco with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> representing both the buyer and seller in an in-house deal.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219306/image/large-ad72ae4b5a841078d1667faaf873ff04.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219306"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amwaj40.05m (131'5&quot;)Sunseeker2016">Amwaj</a> was launched in 2016 and is a perfect example of the wildly popular <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> 131 series. She was designed in full by her builder and with 338 GT of interior volume has plenty of space to accommodate as many 10 guests. Her owner has an exclusive large suite located on the main deck, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amwaj40.05m (131'5&quot;)Sunseeker2016">Amwaj</a>’s staterooms, comprising four in total, are all located on the lower deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/121722/image/large-afed1c8977acc43e114ceee7f3c37ce2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121722"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/121723/image/large-32dfd49290ee5ce7393cbe1f1762d430.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121723"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> designed the series with socialising in mind; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amwaj40.05m (131'5&quot;)Sunseeker2016">Amwaj</a> has two saloons, one that double-downs as a formal dining area, and a second on the upper levels with an office space and direct access to the sun lounge – home to an array of plush seating and a Jacuzzi. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/121721/image/large-97981af45b9437bc01565ddc52fe6f5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121721"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amwaj40.05m (131'5&quot;)Sunseeker2016">Amwaj</a> sports twin punchy <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that give her a cruising speed of 18 knots and a top speed of 24 knots.&nbsp;She was sold with a last known asking price of €12,950,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/121691/image/large-20375c0b087bbbdb2bc844843fc783ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121691">

Sunseeker 40m motor yacht Amwaj sold 

Sunseeker’s 40m motor yacht Amwaj sold with a last known asking price of €12,950,000.

40m Sunseeker motor yacht Amwaj sold 

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/284" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CBI Navi (Company)">CBI Navi&nbsp;</a>41-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1497" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sophie Blue41.0m (134'6&quot;)CBI Navi1998">Sophie Blue</a> sold in the Netherlands in an in-house deal by yacht brokerage firm&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/189236/image/large-a8fe805abaa8e3b273acc09b65581e0a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/189236">The superyacht was launched in 1998 and has been on the market for a number of years. Launched in Italy, she features a complete design from Italian design firm <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design &amp; Architecture</a>. She most recently underwent a refit in 2017 at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/194" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NCA Refit (Company)">NCA Refit</a>'s facility in Carrara, though it is not known what work was completed. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/189238/image/large-98ae835ba15c341ece5a4dd2ca6bf480.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/189238"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/189237/image/large-f347885a2878c190da01f18fbca4355c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/189237">Once donned in a classic style blue hull, the yacht features a typical interior aesthetic for a yacht of her pedigree, with dark wooden panelled walls and cream carpets. Her dining room however is decked in polished wood and the chairs are upholstered in pink and reds, echoing the theme in her main saloon. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/189240/image/large-48877dcbb235d066383c8616e44b0969.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/189240">She can accommodate as many as 12 guests between six staterooms, including a full beam master suite and a number of large double staterooms with ensuite bathrooms. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/189244/image/large-e4432b5143307ef33f0caba038007236.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/189244"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1497" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sophie Blue41.0m (134'6&quot;)CBI Navi1998">Sophie Blue</a> had a last known asking price of €4,500,000 at the time of her sale.

CBI Navi 41m superyacht Sophie Blue sold

The CBI Navi superyacht Sophie Blue sold in the Netherlands after many years on the market.

CBI Navi 41m superyacht Sophie Blue has been sold

The 36.58-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christensen Shipyards, LLC. (Company)">Christensen</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2287" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silent World II36.58m (120'0&quot;)Christensen Shipyards, LLC.1991">Silent World II</a> sold in Australia after six months on the market. The deal was concluded by Nigel Beatty of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">Yachtzoo</a> who represented the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192158/image/large-c4ca2ba0dd0380cbb38722132ed9fd28.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192158"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2287" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silent World II36.58m (120'0&quot;)Christensen Shipyards, LLC.1991">Silent World II</a> was launched in 1991 in the United States and features naval architecture and exterior design from <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/apollonio-naval-architecture-marine-engineering" target="_blank">Apollonio Naval Architecture &amp; Marine Engineering</a>. As many as eight guests are accommodated aboard the 219 GT yacht, as well as five members of crew. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192152/image/large-a53b9d4338bb199109d10a916bb00393.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192152"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192558/image/large-54a4e91a23d5c0379faf7b5a3e29a33b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192558"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192559/image/large-942db2817580c9832b031d2abf82f6ea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192559">The yacht features an open plan galley with breakfast bar and a separate dining area finished in light pine coloured wood and cream flooring.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192153/image/large-3cd2c16fa43ac8a6ac3b0394e76b2c01.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192153">Externally, the vessel has a number of on deck areas, including a dining area to aft and a generous sundeck with an additional dining area and lounge chairs.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192154/image/large-0d90dd457d0000736a1bb25565361102.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192154"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192156/image/large-a703c83ff6dddd1fcbeb3533af90858d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192156"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192560/image/large-6cf768e37d5fad5070720dc1b0aed4cd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192560">The motor yacht was previously named&nbsp;Kakela, Bah Hambug&nbsp;and features a GRP hull and superstructure. She is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1497" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Detroit Diesel (Company)">Detroit Diesel</a> engines, giving her a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 16 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/192557/image/large-5ea70e197433598af43c3b4d58d81250.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/192557">

Christensen motor yacht Silent World II sold

The 37m Christensen motor yacht Silent World II sold in Australia. She had a last known asking price of $1,099,000.

37m Christensen motor yacht Silent World II has been sold

Last week we gave you the top tips for booking your first time charter with advice from the leading brokers in the industry. This week, we are challenging even the most experienced and daring charterers to go to the ends of the earth for the most thrilling, and off the beaten track, adventures. Get ready to unfurl the sails and cruise off into the sunset, with these top five exciting charter destinations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/112687/image/large-e1862b1a7385e1864bed89ba220fdc41.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/112687">1. KamchatkaLocated in the Russian Far East, the 1,250 kilometre Kamchatka peninsula is located between the Sea of Okhotsk to the west, and the Pacific Ocean and Bering Sea to the East. Described as yachting’s final frontier, this Unesco-protected volcanic land of fire and ice, tests its explorers to the very limit. If you truly want to get away from the commotion of the world, then this is the place for you.Superyachts are seldom seen in this frontier town, so book early to get a place on one of the few charter yachts that ventures to the area. One such vessel is the 77-metre expedition yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6668" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="La Datcha76.9m (252'4&quot;)Damen Yachting2020">La Datcha</a> built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> and chartered through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a>. The perfect launch pad for adventures into the rugged hinterland, charterers can navigate up the raging Mutnovsky river, which runs between two beautiful mountain ranges either side and ends in the Klyuchevskaya Volcano. The peninsula, which features 127 volcanoes, 22 of which, such as Volcano Gorely or Volcano Avachinsky, are still active, can be viewed via your charter yacht's helicopter.Guests can bathe midstream in the Mutnovsky river, dip in a volcanic spring at the Valley of Geysers, or take a wildlife safari to spot marmot, lynx, brown bears or arctic foxes. If you’re lucky, you might even see migrating pods of humpback or blue whale from the deck of your superyacht or tender. A place of extraordinary primal beauty, ice-capped peaks and raging volcanoes, Kamchatka is certainly not a place for the faint hearted.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196085/image/large-4163a55c2862c2159f06967e1501d9da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196085" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"><img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/196693/image/large-286f7fb7a7026f977d95dd437bddfb2f.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20210604%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20210604T130430Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=bd394a7097e664df116d1d5047ffdd7b3e7a171e81c2d8aceb6b2b6f13a1f300" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196693">2. Cuba Somewhat different to the land of fire and ice, are the white sand shores of the often overlooked Caribbean island, Cuba. With 3,000 miles of pristine coastline, elegant baroque architecture, and charming rumba beat, Cuba has only recently opened its untouched bays to adventurous superyacht charterers.&nbsp;With a vibrant mix of serene beauty, bustling colonial cities like Havana with all night parties, and jungles with hidden cenotes to swim in, Cuba is a place that really has it all. With over 4,000 coral atolls and bays for dropping anchor, this near-forgotten Caribbean paradise has the world's third largest barrier reef, where it is possible to see an abundance of wildlife ranging from whale sharks to sea turtles, and even salt water alligators.&nbsp;Dive into the greatest natural treasures of Maria La Gorda, a legendary Caribbean pirates base in the real west of Cuba. From here, guests can visit the tobacco plantation by Cubata Cigars, where cigars are specially made to resist weather conditions aboard your yacht. In contrast, head to Cayo Largo del Sur, a small island known for its long white sandy beaches and Playa Tortuga, where there is a centre for the protection and breeding of endangered sea turtles.Guests can visit the charming town of Baracoa, which was only accessible by yacht until the 1960s, to explore the imposing mountains and rainforest. Or put on those hiking boots to explore the trails of El Yunque nature reserve and find the many magnificent waterfalls. To book a charter vacation in this up-and-coming paradise before the crowds follow, you can head to charter brokerage company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> to find out more.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/188241/image/large-690c69ffeecaae1cb4e3f3ca44bb9318.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/188241"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/188242/image/large-8a3ff954daccf637e140820bc0488732.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/188242">3. Northwest PassageIf you really want to go above and beyond to find one of the most spectacular and exclusive superyacht charters in the world, then look no further than the Northwest Passage. Starting in Greenland, moving through the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, and finishing along the northern shores of Alaska, this passage is one of the most legendary waterways on the planet and a long-held dream of many daring explorers. Only 300 vessels have completed this route in full, but you can add your name to the list of people who have done at least part of the route, by chartering with brokerage <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser Yachts</a>.Accessible only when the ice melts for a short period of the year, you will sail through grand fjords, surrounded by jagged mountainous peaks and floating icebergs. Stop at historical sites along the way, go dog-sledding in Greenland, sail by the rarely visited Inuit communities and learn about their unique culture, and stand on your yachts flybridge to spot signs of narwhals, walruses or even polar bears. When chartering vessels with helicopters, guests can take in the sights from a magnificent aerial perspective.&nbsp;There is no denying that this is the ultimate charter for even the most daring adventurers, and if you’re lucky, you might even see the Northern Lights whilst sipping on a hot chocolate and gazing up at the unpolluted night sky.<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/196695/image/large-50645731ce2549bc1cf93142c18622b8.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20210604%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20210604T130430Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=6e2993902b8739d287195eb0deee540fd0b7d4f7982d08e7ef4a2ddc6cd4ed77" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196695"><img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/196694/image/large-930a6653c2303a2759abfd04ad673c58.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20210604%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20210604T130430Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=7b78a94ebded2412f6a4672d7b99e7bb14bc5b70a242260ffd6ee660b92abbb0" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196694">4. Solomon IslandsFor another off the beaten track charter destination, one cannot overlook the beautiful Solomon Islands in the South Pacific Ocean. Unspoiled and untouched by modern influences, this undiscovered archipelago remains much the same as it did centuries ago.&nbsp;Famed for its unrivalled diving sites, visitors can scuba dive to World War II shipwrecks at Bonegi whilst glimpsing stunning sea life all around. Explore the volcanic islands, croc-infested mangroves, stunning lagoons and tropical bays on this relaxed and happy island archipelago. Immerse yourself in local communities or work with rangers to tag turtles in an effort to protect the local ecology.Book ahead for your charter vacation in this tropical paradise with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">YachtZoo</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196723/image/large-81bbab9f65c8b5afba7885bb34b40924.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196723"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/196252/image/large-dfc517e20d18162aa6adebfd08bca37f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196252">5. Patagonia&nbsp;Patagonia, covering the southernmost tip of Argentina and Chile, is the ultimate destination to visit from the luxurious comfort of your expedition superyacht. This relatively untouched landscape is captured on the backdrop of snow-peaked mountains, expansive glaciers, and scenic coastline.&nbsp;Charter with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholson</a> to take you into the glacial waters where you can float between endless fjords. Experience the extreme and go hiking in Argentina’s Laguna Torre, or kayaking through its many rivers and fjords, or go ice-trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier – the most accessible and impressive glacier, but not for the faint hearted! To visit the penguins, head to Punta Tombo in September before they migrate north to Brazil, or the Magellan Strait in Chile to see them in full action. Don’t forget to keep an eye out for the elusive Puma, Patagonia’s only big cat, or take a wildlife safari in Chile’s Parque Nacional. <img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/196696/image/large-5abfa18f9ab14b91216300216915f692.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20210604%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20210604T130430Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=a23c3c8857a8c12b4868012db06eb34969cfbff4f7de07dc4e862911b50fce1d" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196696"><img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/196698/image/large-053dd92024c63dc89a542247b52a994c.jpg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20210604%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20210604T130430Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=1cdfca3d0c48ba0f897271a3281f46abee3514b1e8928584149738b79f4fc705" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/196698">This article has been produced in collaboration with the <a href="https://www.monacoyachtshow.com/en/top-5-charter-locations-for-the-most-daring-explorers" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Monaco Yacht Show 2021</a>. For more information about this years show, and to see details of exhibitors, visit their website at <a href="http://www.monacoyachtshow.com/" target="_blank">www.monacoyachtshow.com</a>.

Top five charter locations for the most daring explorer

Looking to get off the beaten track? SYT picks five top locations to charter in this summer to explore destinations unknown.

Top 5 charter locations for the most daring explorers

The 40-metre Sunseeker superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ZOZO40.05m (131'5&quot;)Sunseeker2016">ZOZO</a> has been sold in a joint deal with Gary Cleaverly of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/365" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker London (Company)">Sunseeker London</a> and Matt Palmer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker Monaco (Company)">Sunseeker Monaco</a> representing the seller and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">YachtZoo</a> representing the buyer. At the time of sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ZOZO40.05m (131'5&quot;)Sunseeker2016">ZOZO</a> had a last asking price of £11,950,000.<img src="https://d3w3pid64ak8v.cloudfront.net/photo/121691/image/large-20375c0b087bbbdb2bc844843fc783ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121691"><img src="https://d3w3pid64ak8v.cloudfront.net/photo/121723/image/large-32dfd49290ee5ce7393cbe1f1762d430.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121723">Built for an experienced owner by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> in 2016, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ZOZO40.05m (131'5&quot;)Sunseeker2016">ZOZO</a> has remained a private family superyacht. Across her three decks, the flagship Sunseeker 131 accommodates up to ten guests in a large main-deck master suite and four staterooms on the lower deck; comprising two double and two twin guest cabins all with ensuites. Guests can also make use of the saloon-cum-dining area and a second upper saloon and office space that leads out to the sun lounge with its Jacuzzi and lounging area. <img src="https://d3w3pid64ak8v.cloudfront.net/photo/121722/image/large-afed1c8977acc43e114ceee7f3c37ce2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121722"><img src="https://d3w3pid64ak8v.cloudfront.net/photo/121721/image/large-97981af45b9437bc01565ddc52fe6f5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121721">Thanks to twin MTU 16V 4000 M93 engines, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ZOZO40.05m (131'5&quot;)Sunseeker2016">ZOZO</a> can reach a top speed of 25 knots or cruise comfortably at 18 knots.&nbsp;

40m Sunseeker superyacht ZOZO sold

The 40-metre Sunseeker superyacht ZOZO has been sold in a joint deal. Find out the details here. 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yacht Sales (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> has announced the <a href="http://superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sale</a> of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1520" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Double Trouble49.85m (163'7&quot;)Turquoise Yachts1994">Double Trouble</a> - a 49.85-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Turquoise Yachts (Company)">Turquoise</a> motor yacht built in 1994 - thanks to Justin Onofrietti of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yacht Sales (Company)">Denison</a> having represented the buyer and Darrell Hall of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1317" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachtzoo (Company)">YachtZoo</a> having represented the seller.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/57493/image/large-f37c8c2f8178b62405969ed03174e8da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/57493"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1520" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Double Trouble49.85m (163'7&quot;)Turquoise Yachts1994">Double Trouble</a>, formerly known as La Naturalle Dee, features naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/35" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dubois Naval Architects Ltd. (Company)">Dubois Naval Architects</a>. Both her exterior and interior design originally come from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/41" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Donald Starkey Designs (Company)">Donald Starkey Designs</a> and she was restyled and refitted extensively in 2014.Up to 10 guests can be accommodated onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1520" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Double Trouble49.85m (163'7&quot;)Turquoise Yachts1994">Double Trouble</a> in five staterooms, and she can sleep 10 to 12 crew in six cabins. The guests’ staterooms include a master suite and a children’s suite with a playroom on the main deck, as well as two double staterooms and a twin suite on the lower deck, which also boasts a spacious movie theatre.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1520" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Double Trouble49.85m (163'7&quot;)Turquoise Yachts1994">Double Trouble</a>’s sundeck boasts large sunpads, forward hot tub and a helipad on the foredeck. The yacht’s dining room is ideal for large dinner parties, with a table comfortably seating up to 10 guests. It also has a grand piano and a games table.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1520" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Double Trouble49.85m (163'7&quot;)Turquoise Yachts1994">Double Trouble</a> is equipped with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">CAT</a> 3412 DITA engines with a combined 1528hp, allowing her to reach up to 15.5 knots and to cruise at 13 knots. At the time of <a href="http://superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sale</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1520" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Double Trouble49.85m (163'7&quot;)Turquoise Yachts1994">Double Trouble</a>’s asking price was €5,500,000.