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The 86-metre fully converted superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Chakra86.0m (282'2&quot;)Scheepswerf Gebr. van der Werf1963">Chakra</a> is on the market with Serafeim Papadopoulos of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seara Maritime (Company)">Seara Maritime</a> and Charles John Veale of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8156" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balance Yachting (Company)">Balance Yachting</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>, previously named Salem and Cumulus was originally delivered in 1963 and transformed into a superyacht by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> from 1997 to 1998. In 2024, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Chakra86.0m (282'2&quot;)Scheepswerf Gebr. van der Werf1963">Chakra</a> underwent a refit with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seara Maritime (Company)">Seara Maritime</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/365844/image/large-7d8f67fb153945a831f41f0bd18c5a65.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/365844">Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53921" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The 20 longest superyachts on the market (2025-06-24 12:30:00 +0200)">The 20 Longest Superyachts in the Market</a>She features naval architecture by her Dutch builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/942" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Scheepswerf Gebr. van der Werf (Company)">Scheepswerf Gebr. van der Werf</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/chakra" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Chakra for sale’s</a> exterior is characterised by the five-deck stack comprising her hull and superstructure, which is typical of vintage yachts in her era.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363339/image/large-6f8fb61f076a84919566373c66f8b8c0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363339">At a volume of 2,083 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Chakra86.0m (282'2&quot;)Scheepswerf Gebr. van der Werf1963">Chakra</a> can accommodate up to 42 guests across 21 staterooms, including a full-beam master suite that features its own study. Additional accommodation is provided for up to 30 crew members.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363341/image/large-6eafa0e6a3b9a84fbd2601902fb1c69a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363341">Her standout amenities include a massage room, gym, beauty parlour, open-deck Jacuzzi, sunbathing area on the top deck and a tender garage, along with an extensive selection of water toys and scuba equipment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363345/image/large-db79a223e95364613f46321da699251c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363345">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/scheepswerf-gebr-van-der-werf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Scheepswerf Gebr. van der Werf yacht for sale</a> underwent a comprehensive refit between 2016 and 2017, which brought her interiors up to a modern standard while retaining elements of her classic charm. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/363338/image/large-a14b43615dc08b4a727540946a372a55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/363338"> In terms of performance, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">conversion motor yacht for sale</a> is powered by a single <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engine, offering a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 15 knots.

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The Formula 1 race returns to Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia this year, having been rescheduled for mid-April instead of the traditional March dates. The event week is set from 14 to 21 April, with the core racing action taking place from 18 to 20 April.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261848/image/large-f04425ab333aaa2cde915c87c1696132.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261848">This year's shift in timing aligns seamlessly with the yachting calendar, offering an ideal juncture for yachts concluding their season in the UAE, Maldives, or Seychelles to journey north. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6557" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina (Company)">Jeddah Yacht Club</a> (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6557" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina (Company)">JYC</a>) serves as a prime stopover to partake in the F1 festivities. Additionally, vessels starting their early Mediterranean season find Jeddah a convenient location to visit before heading back to Mediterranean waters.Strategically located near King Abdulaziz International Airport, which provides direct flights to a multitude of popular destinations, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6557" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina (Company)">Jeddah Yacht Club</a> significantly eases travel logistics for crew members, yacht owners, and charter guests. Nestled in a vibrant, modern city, the marina offers easy access to extensive urban amenities, including upscale malls, supermarkets, and specialised services such as event production and audiovisual support, ensuring a comprehensive and enjoyable experience for all attendees.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/331228/image/large-382e40036ac6dfcedddc97cedcdbb66a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/331228">Infrastructure at the<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6557" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina (Company)">&nbsp;Jeddah Yacht Club</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6557" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina (Company)">Jeddah Yacht Club</a> is once again welcoming yachts, featuring six berths with prime track views. An additional berth, in close proximity to the track, along with others optimally positioned, leverages the combined amenities of the hotel and yacht club. In total, ten superyacht berths are available, of which a number have already been reserved. The marina supports a capacity of approximately 91 berths, accommodating superyachts ranging up to 115-metres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/351045/image/large-b61745096724fd7a4fe57ba48fbea3d1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/351045">Superyachts that have previously attended Formula 1 events in Jeddah include the 111.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5661" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alaiya111.5m (365'10&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2019">Alaiya</a>, the 108-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IJE108.0m (354'4&quot;)Benetti SpA2019">IJE</a>, and the 96-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a>, further demonstrating the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6557" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina (Company)">Jeddah Yacht Club</a>'s capacity to host larger superyachts during such events.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/212918/image/large-3c1b59d41c4dbb32eb13e82fe58b17c3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/212918">Services and amenities at the Jeddah Yacht ClubThe<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6557" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina (Company)">&nbsp;Jeddah Yacht Club&nbsp;</a>spans five floors, offering a range of lounges, dining options, a gym, spa, and beach club, all designed to cater to the needs of its maritime visitors. Adjacent to the marina and racetrack, the Marriott Edition five star hotel enhances the experience, having been recognised as the winner of the 'Best Hotel Design' at the Saudi Commercial Interior Design Awards 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/350902/image/large-ae92f3fb76b4b4d27af58364e7113db7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/350902">For arriving vessels, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6557" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina (Company)">Jeddah Yacht Club</a> provides an on-site international check-in/out facility. By utilising the Ebhar platform, formalities can be completed prior to arrival, streamlining the entry process. Additionally, a selection of yacht agents is available to assist with regulatory requirements and other necessary arrangements, ensuring an efficient and hassle-free experience.The marina is equipped with a full range of services to accommodate visiting yachts. Each berth is supplied with ample power and water, alongside in-berth pump-out facilities and high-speed internet connectivity. Around-the-clock marina support services include 24/7 staff assistance, trollies, golf buggies, parking, and waste disposal. Additional conveniences include an on-site laundry facility and a modern fuel station offering Aramco-grade 10ppm diesel, dispensed directly to vessels along a 240-metre quay wall.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/350901/image/large-33acbd1f3c40ed33f5d089a07ebe8407.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/350901">For guests looking to develop their maritime skills, the<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6557" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina (Company)">&nbsp;JYC</a> Academy, an RYA-accredited training centre, offers a variety of courses at different proficiency levels. Sailing instruction is available for both dinghy and keel boats, alongside certifications for powerboat and jet ski operation. The academy also provides land-based courses, including First Aid certification, VHF radio operation, essential navigation, and day skipper navigation. Beyond its training programmes, JYC Academy hosts stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) sessions, e-foiling, and kayaking. The facility also serves as a dedicated space for yacht crew, featuring high-speed internet access, a hot desk office area, food and beverage services, and a fully equipped gym.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/314687/image/large-5c9e3d9ab8c97487415b9ef25ec8490b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/314687">As the event approaches, this year's Formula 1 race in Jeddah promises to deliver a completely different experience from previous editions.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/286782/image/large-42b433e36142aa2660bf4262fd37b0db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/286782">

What Jeddah Yacht Club offers to superyachts attending the Formula 1

The Formula 1 race returns to Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia this year.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the spiritual leader, serial yacht owner and billionaire The Aga Khan.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347419/image/large-3aa76fe4c3782347d80210d7c3324499.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347419">His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, the 49th hereditary Imam of the Ismaili Muslim community, passed away peacefully on 4 February 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal, at the age of 88.Born on 13 December 1936 in Geneva, Switzerland, he assumed the role of Imam at the age of 20, succeeding his grandfather, Aga Khan III. Throughout his life, The Aga Khan was renowned for his profound contributions to philanthropy and culture.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333784/image/large-36d04f36b34b11772d0ef50df8fc9d63.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333784">Beyond his spiritual leadership, The Aga Khan was an avid yachtsman, owning several notable vessels, including the 49.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar49.9m (163'9&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a>. Named after one of his prized racehorses, the yacht was designed to achieve the seemingly impossible – high-speed performance while still offering all the amenities expected on a superyacht.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/62509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar: An iconic masterpiece conceived from an owner's desire to achieve high performance in comfort (2025-01-30 11:00:00 +0100)">Alamshar: An iconic masterpiece conceived from an owner's desire to achieve high performance in comfort</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333796/image/large-14b3f0a5ea079698b0c6bfe648ca470d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333796">Launched in 2014, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar49.9m (163'9&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Donald L. Blount & Associates (Company)">Donald L. Blount and Associates</a> with interiors penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a>. Accommodating up to 12 guests and 11 crew, she was outfitted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/456" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oldenburger Interiors (Company)">Oldenburger</a> and is currently for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/206" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachting Partners International (Company)">Yachting Partners International YPI</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/84836/image/large-4a925cda6c5d6f0345c5a4e82aadf8cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/84836">The Aga Khan was also the owner of the 46.6-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/599" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shergar46.6m (152'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1983">Shergar</a>. Launched in 1983 and also named after his thoroughbred racehorse of the same name. The horse won the Epsom Derby, the Irish Derby and the King George, before being kidnapped in February 1983 from Ireland's Ballymany stud farm. The horse was never found and no arrests have ever been made in relation to the theft.Built to be one of the fastest yachts in the world, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/599" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shergar46.6m (152'11&quot;)Lürssen Yachts1983">Shergar</a> was well ahead of her time, fitted with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2602" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Allison (Company)">Allison</a> 6,100 horsepower gas turbine engines, giving her a top speed of about 45 knots.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/40309" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The 1983 built fast superyacht Shergar (2013-03-26 23:00:00 +0100)">The 1983 built fast superyacht Shergar</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/223078/image/large-a53d2b819726111615c1c68711ab2157.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/223078">Also in The Aga Khan’s fleet were the 26.52-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zarkava 26.52m (87'0&quot;)Hodgdon Yachts2010">Zarkava</a> and the 25.91-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/670" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hodgdon Yachts (Company)">Hodgdon</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Valyra 25.91m (85'0&quot;)Hodgdon Yachts2013">Valyra</a>, both of which were named after racehorses. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Valyra 25.91m (85'0&quot;)Hodgdon Yachts2013">Valyra</a> is sistership to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11946" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zarkava 26.52m (87'0&quot;)Hodgdon Yachts2010">Zarkava</a> launched in 2011 and the idea was to keep the first one in the Mediterranean and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Valyra 25.91m (85'0&quot;)Hodgdon Yachts2013">Valyra</a> in Florida for family trips to the Bahamas at weekends.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54943" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blast from the past: Pushing the envelope with 26m Valyra (2022-04-11 13:15:00 +0200)">Blast from the past: Pushing the envelope with 26m Valyra</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347420/image/large-3b7b0f5f5d0c2a33633171cbb26478ad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347420">As well as this, The Aga Khan co-founded the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">Yacht Club Costa Smeralda</a> in Porto Cervo, Sardinia, in 1967 and remained the President. “The entire <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">Yacht Club Costa Smeralda</a>, its members, Board of Directors, Commodore, Board of Auditors, management and staff extend their deepest condolences to His Highness' family and the Ismaili community,” said <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">YCCS</a> in a statement on its website.Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this time of loss.

Aga Khan: Serial yacht owner passes away, aged 88

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the spiritual leader, serial yacht owner and billionaire The Aga Khan.

In Memoriam: Serial yacht owner Aga Khan passes away 

For the first time, the extraordinary <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar49.9m (163'9&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a> has arrived on the sales market, offering a rare glimpse into a superyacht designed to achieve the seemingly impossible – high-speed performance paired with unrivalled comfort and sophistication. Built to push the boundaries of hydrodynamics and redefine superyacht operations, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar49.9m (163'9&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a> is a triumph of engineering and luxury.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333784/image/large-36d04f36b34b11772d0ef50df8fc9d63.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333784">At nearly 800 GT and capable of speeds exceeding 45 knots, this 49.9-metre yacht is the epitome of technical excellence. With her sleek mono-hull design, cutting-edge <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pininfarina (Company)">Pininfarina</a>-designed superstructure, and an engineering pedigree that redefines innovation, she is a beacon of nautical achievement.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333783/image/large-8bf0c334594f711a3d8e69b69b141a17.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333783">A concept built for speedLaunched in 2014 and built at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> Royal Dockyard in Plymouth, England, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar49.9m (163'9&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a>’s journey from concept to creation was as groundbreaking as her final form. With an emphasis on achieving exceptional speed with minimal noise and vibration, her welded aluminium hull and composite superstructure reflect a commitment to both performance and guest comfort.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333786/image/large-633c30db6ceb626242467c1565b1a8b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333786">Powering this high-speed marvel are three Pratt &amp; Whitney ST40M gas turbines and two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2207" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rolls-Royce Marine (Company)">Rolls Royce</a> 601-KF11 gas turbines, producing an extraordinary 26,496 kW. This power drives three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6992" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kamewa (Company)">Kamewa</a> 112 SIII waterjets. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336149/image/large-cfad4ff54fcc7b438c968dc1b70fc297.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336149">To ensure optimal performance, her engineering includes innovative solutions. Bow thruster cover plates automatically deploy at speeds above eight knots to reduce resistance, while retractable fin stabilisers minimise drag during high-speed cruising. The advanced Ride Control System enhances seakeeping, using fins and trim tabs to manage yaw, pitch, and roll, allowing for a smooth ride even in challenging conditions.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333793/image/large-24b3d24a7e7c4f881fa3d89e6bc5e11b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333793">The yacht's design phase was akin to a military-grade project, involving extensive testing, towing models and feasibility studies. A team of leading experts – including naval architects and vibration specialists – collaborated with the shipyard to deliver a yacht that could meet the owner’s demanding vision.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333791/image/large-fc79ccf44b7442709c537936b5712ba2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333791">Operational sophistication<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar49.9m (163'9&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a>’s operational systems are as advanced as her engineering. She is managed by a fully integrated Planned Maintenance System (PMS) and comes with a comprehensive inventory of spare parts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333795/image/large-974c5507abd0cf74f1c12d64f5993fb7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333795">The shipyard also developed a bespoke Ship Information Book (SIB), covering every aspect of the yacht’s operation, from hull and machinery systems to navigation, safety, and outfitting. Complementing this is a rigorous Safety Management System (SMS), developed after detailed risk assessments, as well as high-speed manoeuvring and crash-stop tests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333787/image/large-0a5580639563c83c05d6ffcdf7527cf2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333787">A bridge and flybridge provide two fully operational helm positions, while eleven operational bias lines allow her trim to be fine-tuned for optimal performance in any sea state.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333789/image/large-4cce09d79b96da0bba4f9b77bf389102.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333789">Reflecting on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar49.9m (163'9&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a>’s capabilities, Fleet Captain Andrew Glossop shared an anecdote where the owner requested a morning departure from Port Adriano, Mallorca, to attend a mid-afternoon meeting in Porto Cervo. Despite the distance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar49.9m (163'9&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a>’s speed ensured the meeting was attended punctually – a feat unmatched by most superyachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333788/image/large-e0f191483ffe9fb6aade8280665be270.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333788">Luxury at the forefrontBeneath her high-speed exterior, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar49.9m (163'9&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a> offers a sanctuary of luxury. Accommodating up to 12 guests and 11 crew, her meticulously crafted interiors remain in pristine condition. Outfitted by the renowned <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/456" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oldenburger Interiors (Company)">Oldenburger</a>, every detail of her design balances elegance with functionality, ensuring her lightweight construction does not compromise performance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333794/image/large-c40b4719c379cef5ed2d3301879c811f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333794">The yacht's hydraulic Extended Swim Platform Actuating System (ESPAS) provides easy access to the aft tender bay and dive compressor air station, while rescue tenders and Jet Skis are neatly stored in designated areas. Her mast structure can be repositioned to facilitate helicopter operations, underscoring her versatility.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336150/image/large-a2114a10698c8dd71341249092757a91.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336150">Advanced power management systems, including three 150 kW generators and two ASEA Power Systems 72 kVA shore power converters, provide efficient energy distribution for both European and USA operations. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333792/image/large-4698f6ec9f552e11727cbcddcde6cf13.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333792">A rare opportunityExclusively represented by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/206" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachting Partners International (Company)">Yachting Partners International (YPI)</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar49.9m (163'9&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a> offers prospective owners a chance to acquire a truly iconic vessel. She is a masterpiece of naval architecture and design excellence, combining the volume to entertain with performance capabilities unparalleled in her size range<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333790/image/large-308a6538f656ef0e7a9d8dd57a49cdcf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333790">Whether cruising leisurely or slicing through the waves at over 45 knots, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar49.9m (163'9&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a> exemplifies the pinnacle of modern yacht design – a bold blend of engineering, performance, and luxury. For discerning owners seeking something truly exceptional, she represents an opportunity not to be missed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/336151/image/large-465a217276bd5b5964f5030b7fd2add6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/336151"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333796/image/large-14b3f0a5ea079698b0c6bfe648ca470d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333796">

Alamshar: An iconic masterpiece conceived from an owner's desire to achieve high performance in comfort

The extraordinary Alamshar has arrived on the sales market, offering a rare glimpse into a superyacht designed to achieve the seemingly impossible.

The 50-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar50.0m (164'1&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a> has joined the market with Jason Duggan of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/206" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yachting Partners International (Company)">Yachting Partners International</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329975/image/large-c592ac3879a6e5884f9944df4e57429e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329975">Delivered in 2014 by her British shipyard, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/alamshar/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Alamshar for sale</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Donald L. Blount & Associates (Company)">Donald L. Blount &amp; Associates</a>, interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/456" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oldenburger Interiors (Company)">Oldenburger</a>, as well as engineering penned in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> Royal Dockyard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329976/image/large-2b4205d3a63ad5b34b315a9f156a8b88.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329976"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329980/image/large-b5d41523bae7e1b69f693c90e5d09119.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329980">At a volume of 781 GT, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is capable of hosting as many as 12 guests across her versatile five or six stateroom configuration. Accommodation is also available to support a crew of up to 10 members, in addition to the yacht’s captain. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329979/image/large-ad87b526617215cab0d1cb3fc5e78ef4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329979">Inside, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> displays a pale colour scheme composed of warm-toned creams, ecrus, and beiges, which are framed by light wood furnishings. Each of her glamorous staterooms strike a balance between the contemporary, thanks to state of the art entertainment systems, and the timeless through glossy, elegant decor. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329981/image/large-227e05c1192cf8aebd33e3a5718ce940.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329981"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329977/image/large-b2b5ae5d44736534c3221e9166d0c3cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329977">Outside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alamshar50.0m (164'1&quot;)Devonport2014">Alamshar</a> offers guests an abundance of opportunities to dine alfresco in the sea breeze, catch some rays, or socialise in the sea breeze. Her exterior profile, which sports unique blue-coloured accents, also makes her recognisable across any harbour. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/12210/image/large-fd9cbcfd1602df3ac9217cfcd6f8348d.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/12210">Regarding her performance, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/devonport/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Devonport yacht for sale</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2207" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rolls-Royce Marine (Company)">Rolls-Royce</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 25 knots and a swift top speed of 45 knots.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329978/image/large-6dbf5c6c08b9ec7d7f30a55d7b168b2d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329978">

50m Devonport yacht Alamshar for sale

The 50-metre Devonport superyacht Alamshar has joined the market with Jason Duggan of Yachting Partners International. 

50m Devonport superyacht Alamshar for sale

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315443/image/large-583b0fa770436a34bee980e6017aeffd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315443">Earlier this month, the 76.88-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/934" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samar76.88m (252'3&quot;)Devonport2006">Samar</a> was spotted docked here at Port Fòrum, in Barcelona, Spain. Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> in 2006, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/934" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samar76.88m (252'3&quot;)Devonport2006">Samar</a> features the exterior design of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H2 Yacht Design (Company)">H2 Yacht Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/679" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nick Meyers (Company)">Nick Meyers</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/357" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Laurent Giles Superyacht Architects (Company)">Laurent Giles</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a>, and an interior styled by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Joe Thome (Company)">Joe Thome</a>. As one of the largest yachts ever built in the United Kingdom, the motor yacht features a helipad, a spacious spa pool, a sauna, a cinema, a Mini Cooper, and a Bell 407 helicopter, offering guests the opportunity to explore their surroundings from both land and air. Boasting a steel hull and an aluminium superstructure, the 2,159 GT superyacht is powered by three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1438" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wärtsilä (Company)">Wärtsilä</a> diesel-electric engines, enabling her a cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 17 knots.

77m superyacht Samar in Barcelona

the 77m superyacht Samar, built by Devonport in 2006, was recently seen docked in Port Fòrum, Spain. 

Founded in 1997 by Begüm Doğulu, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2033" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Begum Yachting (Company)">Begüm Yachting</a> has established itself as a prominent player in the luxury yacht industry, driven by a deep passion for yachting and an unwavering commitment to the highest standards. Originally based in Kuşadası, Turkey, the company has expanded its operations, setting up branches in key coastal cities including Istanbul, Didim, Bodrum, Marmaris, Göcek, and Antalya.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308001/image/large-c92726b25ffbe9f11b49aabb07937b85.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308001"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Person/10910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Begüm Dogulu , Turkey (Person)">Begüm Yachting</a> stands out as the largest superyacht and charter agent along the Turkish coast, offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clientele. Specialising in superyacht agency services, the company has served over 1000 superyachts, including notable vessels such as the 90-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5962" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="DAR90.13m (295'8&quot;)Oceanco2018">Dar</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> 90.1-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/281" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ice90.1m (295'7&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2005">Ice</a>, the 73.51-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1713" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mogambo73.51m (241'2&quot;)Nobiskrug2012">Mogambo</a>, the 99.15-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/297" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Canadian Vickers (Company)">Canadian Vickers</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/336" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christina O99.15m (325'4&quot;)Canadian Vickers1943">Christina O</a>, and the 96-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> superyachts <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306467/image/large-36eadddac7c46961197da2aa964edf4e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306467">Moreover, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2033" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Begum Yachting (Company)">Begüm Yachting</a> extends its expertise beyond superyacht agency services to include comprehensive yacht management for a fleet of 22 yachts. With a dedicated charter department, the company showcases a remarkable track record, organising approximately 40 charters each season, underscoring its expertise in the sector.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308200/image/large-f37e86487352f5c1a5811c7cf1af2001.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308200">Responding to the increasing demand for Turkish shipyards to meet European standards <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2033" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Begum Yachting (Company)">Begüm Yachting</a> launched <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barka Shipyard (Company)">Barka Shipyard</a> in 2005 on the Bodrum peninsula. The shipyard has successfully completed refits on 80 superyachts and constructed and delivered four new yachts, including two 36-metre schooners, a 40-metre steel motor yacht, and a 35-metre motor yacht. Specialising in super yacht refits ranging from 30 to 100-metres, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1570" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Barka Shipyard (Company)">Barka Shipyard</a> ensures each project meets the highest levels of quality and craftsmanship in every project.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308187/image/large-493d0506be25b83f1b21c365fdebf2d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308187"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308188/image/large-0b6f83de5e0051f9f87da461e5f09026.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308188">Furthermore, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2033" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Begum Yachting (Company)">Begüm Yachting</a> ensures its yacht construction and refit projects, meticulously adhere to the highest standards set by the global class organisations including CE, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd's Register (Company)">Lloyd's Register</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1453" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ABS (Company)">ABS</a>, MCA, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1463" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bureau Veritas (Company)">Bureau Veritas</a>. This rigorous compliance ensures quality and customer satisfaction, affirming the company’s emphasis on maintaining quality yachting experiences.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308189/image/large-3b0216076a9e97f3f988f2457870ae4a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308189"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308176/image/large-ac92f60c112fce9fe293bb33a955b09b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308176">Looking ahead, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2033" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Begum Yachting (Company)">Begüm Yachting</a> has a new 35-metre yacht under construction, scheduled for launch in the summer of 2025. Additionally, the company is the exclusive distributor of Mercedes-Benz yachts in Turkey, recently unveiling its new model, the Arrow 460 GT 001, at the Bosphorus Boat Show in February. The Arrow 460 GT 001 promises to redefine luxury yachting with its elegant design, cutting-edge technology, and comfort, offering discerning clients the ultimate yachting experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308196/image/large-43d3196eee7953e8e9c5b379f450b83f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308196">

Begüm Yachting: Setting the standard for luxury yachting experiences along the Turkish coast

Founded in 1997 by Begüm Doğulu, Begüm Yachting has established itself as a prominent player in the luxury yacht industry.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/300957/image/large-467f9d021372736d3238d3c694fe4afc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/300957">Spotted last weekend in Port Vell, Barcelona, is the 96-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a>. Launched in 2012 in Plymouth, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> stands as the UK's largest yacht to date, featuring an exterior created by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a> and an interior penned by French designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a>. Her experienced owner previously had a smaller yacht named <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1064" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava47.3m (155'2&quot;)Feadship1996">Vava</a>, a 47.30-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> yacht built in 1996, featuring design and engineering by <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>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> includes amenities such as a helicopter deck, glass sliding wall in the main-deck saloon, a spacious beach club, and storage for four tenders within her garages, complemented by an aft deck swimming pool. Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, the 3,933 GT superyacht can achieve a maximum speed of 19 knots and maintains a cruising speed of 15 knots.

96m superyacht Vava II in Barcelona

The 96m superyacht Vava II, built by Devonport, is seen here docked in Barcelona, Spain.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/281026/image/large-210ebc33f9fcb9c6212f71463ac75740.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/281026">Spotted last week docked in the port of Venice is the 76.88-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/934" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samar76.88m (252'3&quot;)Devonport2006">Samar</a>. The motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/934" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samar76.88m (252'3&quot;)Devonport2006">Samar</a>, crafted by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> in 2006, showcases a 77m steel and aluminium construction with exquisite interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Joe Thome (Company)">Joe Thome</a> while the exterior's captivating aesthetics emerged from the collaborative efforts of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/679" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nick Meyers (Company)">Nick Meyers</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H2 Yacht Design (Company)">H2 Yacht Design</a>. As one of the largest yachts ever built in the UK, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/934" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samar76.88m (252'3&quot;)Devonport2006">Samar</a> features a helipad, a spacious spa pool, a sauna, expansive decks, a cinema and an open bar. The yacht's global cruising capability extends over 6,000 nautical miles, accommodating up to 12 guests attended by a crew of 26, while her performance relies on triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1438" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wärtsilä (Company)">Wärtsilä</a> diesel-electric engines, achieving a top speed of 17 knots.

77m Devonport superyacht Samar in Venice 

The 77m superyacht Samar, built by Devonport, is seen here docked in Venice 

Iconic helipads onboard superyachts

From sea to sky, discover some of the world's most iconic helipads onboard superyachts with a curated selection by SuperYacht Times. 

From sea to sky: Iconic helipads onboard superyachts

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267054/image/large-7a064d92bcf39292127df03719210111.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267054">Pictured here last week in Malta is the 82-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pure82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Pure</a>. Delivered in 2008 as Sarafsa, she was one of the largest yachts ever completed in the UK. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pure82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Pure</a> features interior and exterior design by renowned design house <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a> with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burness Corlett - Three Quays Limited (Company)">Burness Corlett - Three Quays Limited</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pure82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Pure</a> can accommodate as many as 14 guests across seven staterooms and boasts features such as a screening room, grooming salon and a touch-and-go helipad. You can <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarafsa: England’s 82m princess with a Middle Eastern heart (2022-10-13 13:45:00 +0200)">find out more about Pure here</a>.

82m Devonport superyacht Pure in Malta

The 82m superyacht Pure, delivered by Devonport in 2008, is seen here cruising in Malta.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/266402/image/large-d8e475b3f4ada4fd2cd578b7d9b11138.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/266402">Seen here arriving in Malta, is the 77-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/934" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samar76.88m (252'3&quot;)Devonport2006">Samar</a>. Delivered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> in 2006, she is one of the largest yachts to have ever been built in the UK and remains one of the largest 77-metre yachts today with an impressive volume of 2,159 GT. The design team behind the project includes exterior designers <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H2 Yacht Design (Company)">H2 Yacht Design</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/679" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nick Meyers (Company)">Nick Meyers</a>, interior designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/680" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Joe Thome (Company)">Joe Thome</a> and naval architects <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/357" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Laurent Giles Superyacht Architects (Company)">Laurent Giles</a>. Key features onboard include her helipad on the upper deck and a large tender garage in her stern which houses an 11-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5767" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Chris Craft (Company)">Chris Craft</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/934" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Samar76.88m (252'3&quot;)Devonport2006">Samar</a> spans three decks and can accommodate as many as 12 guests, taken care of by a crew of 26. Performance-wise, she’s equipped with triple <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1438" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wärtsilä (Company)">Wärtsilä</a> diesel-electric engines that deliver a top speed of 17 knots.

77m Devonport superyacht Samar in Malta

The 77m superyacht Samar, delivered by Devonport in 2006, is seen here cruising in Malta.

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/265468/image/large-84f61ee3b8975beb0e39c22ecf08e9a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/265468">Spotted yesterday docked in Port Vell, Barcelona, is the 96-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a>. Launched in 2012 in Plymouth, she is the largest yacht to have ever been built in the UK. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> features naval architecture by her builder, an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/61" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RWD (Company)">RWD</a>, and sophisticated interiors from the drawing boards of French designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/533" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rémi Tessier (Company)">Rémi Tessier</a>. Onboard, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1711" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vava II96.0m (314'12&quot;)Devonport2012">Vava II</a> has space for many toys and an Airbus Helicopter H145 on her heli deck. Four tenders are accommodated in separate tender garages both aft and forward, she also has a large swimming pool on her aft deck. Constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, the 3,933 GT superyacht can reach a top speed of 19 knots and a cruising speed of 15 knots.

Devonport superyacht Vava II in Barcelona

The 96m superyacht Vava II, built by Devonport, is seen here docked in Port Vell, Barcelona.

The 82-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/96" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Devonport (Company)">Devonport</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarafsa82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Sarafsa</a> sold and renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pure82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Pure</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a> brokers Rupert Nelson and Matt Pinckney represented the seller, and Captain Gordon Percy assisted the brokers with the sale of the yacht, announcing the sale this afternoon on his LinkedIn. Captain Percy will remain with the project and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JMS Yachting (Company)">JMS Yachting</a> will be managing the yacht as she heads into a major refit which will include interior and exterior changes as well as a paint job.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245064/image/large-a913e43e123b8d60013784148bc47964.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245064">The impressive 3,179 GT superyacht sports an exterior and interior design by the world-renowned British-based studio, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>, while her naval architecture came from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burness Corlett - Three Quays Limited (Company)">Burness Corlett - Three Quays Limited</a>. She was launched in 2008 at the British shipyard and is the yard's flagship.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230283/image/large-38a93c8ed1d6888c9ff4cec5197b2c03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230283"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarafsa82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230286/image/large-7518a6d1c021b438c1ec2a9c7961de3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230286"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230272/image/large-2085ab12ef551faf8fe15233ad67c6b6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230272"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/230274/image/large-7e3b678cf2f87f0552a99d605abe2f6b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/230274"></a>The superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pure82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Pure</a> boasts a spacious main saloon with a grand piano and a mottled jade bar, as well as a screening room and grooming salon and an elevator that services all her decks. She is also equipped with a touch-and-go helipad allowing guests the opportunity to travel to and from land. You can view more images of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarafsa82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Sarafsa</a> below.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarafsa: England’s 82m princess with a Middle Eastern heart (2022-10-13 13:45:00 +0200)">Sarafsa: England’s 82m princess with a Middle Eastern heart<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245081/image/large-e174dba6233339c50ab76c0a83efc60b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245081"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarafsa82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245082/image/large-6f22fadc70f7f5782a3b78d5d17a752d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245082"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245090/image/large-65d6ee99bbadb6b69893ea42799ca994.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245090"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245072/image/large-cb99686ef89665a1d549954d07be4426.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245072"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pure82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Pure</a> can accommodate as many as 14 guests across seven well-appointed staterooms, one of which is convertible. The yacht also has 10 cabins on the lower deck, which can be used by 14 guests or crew. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245079/image/large-a882def2c0b21891b7c9f3739b5faa1e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245079"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245076/image/large-43e6d7fa5eb1810e769d86c227973b1d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245076"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245068/image/large-783e8ad22202d5ad9e400bad25a36ce1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245068">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pure82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Pure</a> is equipped with twin <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 14 knots and a top speed of 16.5 knots. At the time of her sale, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sarafsa82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Sarafsa</a> had a last known asking price of €65,000,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245063/image/large-c1d525edfa060f017e86c0a189b462c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245063"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/307" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pure82.0m (269'0&quot;)Devonport2008">Pure</a> is currently situated in Malta, but it has not yet been disclosed where she will be refitted.

Superyacht Sarafsa sold and renamed Pure

Davenport’s 82m superyacht Sarafsa sold with a last known asking price of €65,000,000.