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Yachts attending the Turkish Yacht and Broker Association Charter Show 2025

We take a look at the largest yachts attending the sixth edition of the highly anticipated annual yacht charter exhibition in Göcek, Turkey.

The largest yachts attending TYBA 2025

The 42-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/883" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neta Marine (Company)">Neta Marine</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13927" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Melda42.0m (137'10&quot;)Neta Marine2024">Princess Melda</a> has been launched from her Turkish shipyard after completing her construction in Bodrum. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318885/image/large-4baf22397329e3d7a2ff0cf084d88799.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318885">Due to be delivered to her owner later this year, the Italian RINA class <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13927" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Melda42.0m (137'10&quot;)Neta Marine2024">Princess Melda</a> features exterior design and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Guido de Groot Design (Company)">Guido de Groot Design</a>, as well as naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1168" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Martin de Jager Yacht Design BV (Company)">Martin de Jager Yacht Design</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318892/image/large-9226b9f0d6eb862066c772937c528e00.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318892">With a beam of 8.5-metres, the tri deck motor yacht is capable of hosting as many as 12 guests across a six stateroom configuration, consisting of two master suites, two VIP double staterooms, and two twin staterooms. The suite located on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13927" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Melda42.0m (137'10&quot;)Neta Marine2024">Princess Melda</a>’s upper deck is 84 square-metres, and boasts a private balcony with a Jacuzzi as well as a seating and sunbathing area. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318888/image/large-6f9b6dd5bbe5599f50f13510729b9c05.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318888">Meanwhile, separate living quarters are also provided for up to nine crew members. When it comes to her decor, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13927" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Melda42.0m (137'10&quot;)Neta Marine2024">Princess Melda</a>’s are defined by the presence of a light shade of oak wood. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318887/image/large-de8218de042c67a0b585accb3fad613e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318887">As for outdoor forms of entertainment, there is a platform of around 3-metres aft for guests to sunbathe or take a plunge in the surrounding sea. Furthermore, the starboard side of the yacht contains a hydraulic system that serves as a balcony when opened. In addition, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13927" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Melda42.0m (137'10&quot;)Neta Marine2024">Princess Melda</a>’s flybridge features a sunbathing area, a Jacuzzi and a bar.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318890/image/large-bb9d0a249dc0c44bd942aff26e63e242.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318890">Construction of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13927" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Melda42.0m (137'10&quot;)Neta Marine2024">Princess Melda</a> began in 2007 under the name Project Alia, before being put on hold . The work then resumed, with build taking around three years and her launch taking place in June 2024. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/318889/image/large-cf425cabe68c318fbdd5fe82529d7d8e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/318889">Regarding her performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13927" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Melda42.0m (137'10&quot;)Neta Marine2024">Princess Melda</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that can reach a top speed of 15 knots. In addition, the vessel is composed of a steel hull and aluminium superstructure.&nbsp;

42m Neta Marine yacht Princess Melda launched 

The 42-metre Neta superyacht Princess Melda has been launched at her Turkish shipyard after completing her construction in Bodrum. 


42m Neta Marine superyacht Princess Melda launched in Turkey

Currently under construction in Turkey at Neta Marine, is a 41m motor yacht, with interior design and exterior styling by Guido de Groot. Naval architecture of the vessel is by Martin de Jager. <a></a><img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/127780/image/large-9293b1b4040d49397f112a004a70b03a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127780"><img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/127781/image/large-f79af948c70188d5bbffe2e0923fccd5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127781" class="legacy"> <img alt="" src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/127782/image/large-e7a94c837aecc6eab7f443ca60ab2f78.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/127782" class="legacy">The motor yacht has four decks; these comprise a sundeck with an ample and comfortable sun lounging area and featuring a large bar. A bridge deck, with an upper salon, gym, wheelhouse and captain’s accommodation. The main deck incorporates a large main salon with a bar and large dining room, in addition to the main galley. This main deck also features the full beam owner’s cabin at the fore. The lower deck has the remaining guest accommodation (two VIP suites and two twin cabins) as well as the crew quarters and mess areas.Guido de Groot Design BV +31(0)71 566 30 40 <a href="mailto:info@guidodegroot.com?subject=Guido%20de%20Groot%20Design%20on%20SuperYachtTimes,com">info@guidodegroot.com</a> <a href="http://www.guidodegroot.com" target="_blank">www.guidodegroot.com</a>