Belgium

Pieter Laureys

The 44.33-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a> has been spotted on sea trials in the North Sea, following her launch earlier last month in Zwartsluis. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347610/image/large-33b66d50fb388203414890c127b8ffbf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347610">Launched on 3 January, her 62-metre tall <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2447" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Southern Spars (Company)">Southern Spars</a> rig were stepped the following week as she made preparations for her sea trials. Also known as Project 3093, construction on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a> began in 2021, with the Dutch shipyard announcing the turning of her hull in June 2023.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a> features naval architecture, deck plans and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/521" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reichel / Pugh Yacht Design (Company)">Reichel/Pugh Yacht Design</a>, with interior styling by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/329" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Design Unlimited (Company)">Design Unlimited</a>, in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7859" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pieter Laureys (Company)">Pieter Laureys</a>. During her construction, Ezio Dal Maso of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7786" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stephenson Harwood (Company)">Stephenson Harwood</a> acted on the behalf of the owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347609/image/large-a634de6483f899241772d9001d531c0a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347609">The owner’s brief for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a> was to create a “a sleek and relaxed interior, with an effortless grace that’s infused throughout every part of the yacht.” Her owner tailored the interior architecture to achieve interior living spaces which perfectly suited their preferences.The first interior renderings of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a> were unveiled in September 2024 in preparation for her launch in January 2025. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a> exhibits a colour palette of warm, harmonious tones that integrate between finishes with juxtaposing textures.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/61385" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First interior look at in-build 44m Vitters sailing yacht Magic (2024-09-17 12:30:00 +0200)">First interior look at in-build 44m Vitters sailing yacht Magic</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347612/image/large-e6040cf94fd4a65d93c422ff37a84efe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347612">At the forefront of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a>’s design is a constant merging between the indoors and outdoors, which is demonstrated in the main deck 360-degree views visible from the saloon. Her layout prioritises sea views, allowing for a sense of spaciousness, through openness and natural light.In terms of accommodation, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a>’s owner’s stateroom is located at the stern and is complete with an ensuite bathroom, his-and-hers walk-in wardrobes and a private office for space for work at sea.Towards the bow and forward of the engine room there’s a double stateroom to port and a bunked stateroom for children to starboard. To aft and accessed via a grand staircase from the main deck, there are two ensuite staterooms, which can be converted as either twin or doubles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/347611/image/large-275cc01fcd33141bd530aa5c86033279.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/347611"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a> is characterised by a modern exterior design, with dynamic lines combined with a timeless contemporary interior styling. She features a large use of glass and expansive deck space, which includes a large covered cockpit that is protected from the elements.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a> is equipped with a wealth of innovative solutions and onboard amenities such as, two submarine anchor systems and a peak shaving battery system for efficient power management. As well as this, her transom area can be converted into a large beach club, offering direct access to the sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/325418/image/large-2044165867f8ce264ce0942610ca676f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/325418">All deck winches, furlers, tensioners and captive winches for blade, staysail, main halyard and mainsheet are hydraulic &nbsp;powered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitters Shipyard (Company)">Vitters</a>’ in-house engineered and built hydraulic power units.Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a> is a single-screw diesel yacht, with a cruising speed of nine knots, a top speed of 12 knots and a range of 3,000 nautical miles. She is currently for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a> will now complete extensive sea trials for the next few weeks, where both her engines and sails will be tested. Following her sea trials, delivery is scheduled for February 2025. After delivery, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11575" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Magic44.3m (145'4&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2025">Magic</a> will set course for the Mediterranean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/325417/image/large-a99591bfeacc4546ade35ba93d303221.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/325417">

Magic: 44m Vitters Project 3093 yacht on sea trials in Amsterdam

The 44.33-metre Vitters sailing yacht Magic has been spotted on sea trials in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.