Boat International’s Top 200 Largest Yachts: #180-161

The following list of the world’s largest superyachts was published by Boat International. Click here to see Nos. 200-181 on the list.

180. Galactica Super Nova | 70.07m (229’10”)

Delivered in May 2016, Galactica Super Nova is the current flagship for Dutch yard Heesen Yachts. She is the largest yacht to date to feature the Fast Displacement Hull Form, as designed by Van Oossanen Naval Architects, allowing a top speed of 30.3 knots. Interior styling is by Sinot Exclusive Yacht Design, while the exterior lines are by Espen Øino.

First revealed in 2014 and developed under the codename Project Kometa, Galactica Super Nova features an aft-deck lap swimming pool that is fed by a waterfall from the deck above. Accommodation is for 12 guest across six cabins.

Builder:Heesen Yachts
Naval architecture:Van Oossanen Naval Architects
Exterior Design:Espen Øino
Interior Styling:Sinot Exclusive Yacht Design

179. Saint Nicolas | 70.2m (230’4″)

Built under the project name Nemo, this is the second of three almost identical sisterships ordered from Lürssen Yachts by an American yachting entrepreneur. The first, Project Marlin, was named Apoise (now named Titania, refitted, extended and No 169 in this list).

Owned by a Russian, boasting a classically styled interior by François Zuretti, she offers a “play deck” with an enclosed nursery/playroom. Outside is a huge sunbathing area that surrounds a swimming pool equipped with a swimming jet at one end and an “in-water” bar — complete with semi-submerged bar stools — at the other.

The third yacht, Project Shark, now Martha Ann (No. 173 in this list), was retained by the commissioning owner.

Saint Nicolas is featured in The Superyachts, Volume 21.

Builder / naval architecture:Lürssen
Exterior styling:Espen Øino
Interior design:François Zuretti

178. Martha Ann | 70.2m (230’4″)

This is the third of a three-boat series built by Lürssen, and while the first two vessels were sold on completion, Martha Ann was retained by the client who made the initial orders.

Her accommodation, decorated with exotic materials such as parchment, palm wood, mother-of-pearl, shagreen, bamboo and buffalo hide, is laid out over six decks, and, in addition to a 427 square metre master suite located forward on the main deck, includes four double guest cabins on the lower deck and a VIP cabin on the bridge deck. Entertainment and outdoor areas, which include a gymnasium and a large spa pool with an integrated bar, are generously proportioned. Fully MCA compliant, the yacht is available for charter.

Builder / naval architecture:Lürssen
Exterior styling:Espen Øino
Interior design:Francois Zuretti

177. Felix | 70.41m (231′)

Formerly the German oceanographic research ship Komet, and briefly known as One Eagle, this vessel was renamed Amadeus following her conversion to a yacht. The work, which was undertaken at various locations by Amadeus Yachts Ltd., included the complete removal and replacement of the superstructure and the installation of two new engines that power a single shaft.

Following a recent name change, she is now known as Felix. Her exterior was designed by the London-based Reymond Langton studio, while the interior was designed by François Zuretti. Felix offers accommodation on the main deck for 10 in a VIP cabin and four guest cabins. The owner’s suite is located on the upper deck, the whole of which is devoted to his use. The yacht also features a glass lift in the centre of the staircase that rises from the main deck to the bridge deck.

Builder:Jadewerft (1968) / Amadeus Yachts Ltd. (2007)
Naval architecture:Vripack
Exterior styling:Reymond Langton
Interior design:Francois Zuretti
Former names:Komet, One Eagle, Amadeus

176. Talisman C | 70.54m (231’5″)

Briefly holding the title of the largest yacht from the Turkish yard until the arrival of Vicky (see No. 154), Talisman C is the second yacht of the same name for the owner. Talisman C is the splendid evolution of a family yacht. The yacht has many of the features from the previous build. An Art Deco theme dominates the interior with a spiral staircase anchoring the design. The staircase has a beautiful, custom made chandelier that hangs through three floors.

Talisman C is featured in volume 26 of The Superyachts.

Builder:Proteksan-Turquoise
Naval architecture:Hydro Tec
Exterior styling / interior design:H2 Yacht Design

175. Skat | 70.7m (231’11”)

The iconic yacht Skat, owned by Charles Simonyi, who was responsible for Microsoft’s Excel program, is unique both in its stern exterior appearance and interior decoration. From the outside she has the grey paint scheme and angular features associated with a naval vessel, blending these with large areas of glass in the aft parts of the superstructure, which create amazing panoramas from the interior.

Designed by Marco Zanini, the interior decoration is minimalist, with ultra-clean lines and an economic use of colour. With the whole of the lower deck devoted to crew, machinery and services, the owner’s suite and the three guest staterooms are located on the main deck, together with the saloon and dining saloon.

Skat is featured in Volume 17 of The Superyachts.

Builder / naval architecture:Lürssen
Exterior styling:Espen Øino
Interior design:Marco Zanini

174. Titania | 70.8m (232’4″)

Delivered in 2006, the former Apoise was extensively modified in 2012 to maximize deck areas and huge interior volume. A 3.8 metre stern addition added a beach club and storage for dive gear. The main deck carries an enormous owner’s suite with a floor area in excess of 130 square metres including a massage and beauty room, while four guest cabins are found on the lower deck and a second master is positioned on the bridge deck.

Titania has a top speed of 16 knots and offers a 5,000nm cruising range at 13 knots. Titania has undergone a very thorough refit, and she is featured in Refit 2013.

Builder / naval architecture:Lürssen
Exterior styling:Espen Øino
Interior design:François Zuretti

173. The One | 71.06m (233’2″)

Launched in 1973 as a replacement for Carinthia V (which hit an uncharted rock and sank in Greek waters on her maiden voyage), Carinthia VI also features styling and interior design by Jon Bannenberg, and its exterior lines are widely recognised as being the most beautiful among the world’s motor yachts.

Following the death of her owner, the Austrian supermarket and store mogul Helmut Horten, Carinthia VI passed into the ownership of his widow, Heidi Horton, who placed her on the market following the delivery of Carinthia VII. She was renamed The One by her new owner, an Italian. In January 2016, she was heavily damaged in a superyacht fire in the Turkish port of Marmaris. It is not yet known whether or not she will be restored.

The One is featured in Volume 19 of The Superyachts and her design is the inspiration for Limitless.

Builder / naval architecture:Lürssen
Exterior styling / interior design:Jon Bannenberg

172. Enigma XK | 71.4m (234’3″)

Built in 1988 as a Scottish Fisheries Protection Agency patrol vessel, Norna was decommissioned in 2010 and converted to the explorer yacht Enigma XK. Due to the vessel’s good condition, much of the boat remained as is and Philippe Briand insisted on keeping the original funnel. Structural changes were made to let more light into an interior now gracefully restyled for 12 guests. The yacht won a World Superyacht Award for Best Conversion in 2014 and she completed a season in Antarctica in 2015.

Builder:Richard Lowestoft (1988) / Atlantic Refit Center (2014)
Naval architecture: McFarlane Ship Design
Exterior Design:Philippe Briand
Interior Styling:Vitruvius

171. Utopia | 71.6m (234’11”)

Built for an American who unfortunately died during construction, Utopia was placed on the market by the late owner’s estate and was sold by Edmiston & Company to Bill Miller, manager of the Legg Mason Value Trust. When launched, she was the largest yacht ever built by both Feadship and the De Vries shipyard.

The contemporary interior sets modern furniture against a background of light oak paneling with mahogany inlays. Two large guest suites are located on the lower deck and a further four on the main deck forward, while the whole deck above is a 200 square metre owner’s suite. The yacht, manned by 16 to 18 crew, has an impressive audio-visual entertainment system, a state-of-the-art integrated bridge and a helicopter pad with refueling facilities.

Utopia is available for charter and is featured in Volume 18 of The Superyachts.

Builder:Feadship
Naval architecture:De Voogt Naval Architects
Interior design:Redman Whiteley Dixon

170. Kogo | 71.71m (235’3″)

Owned by Mansour Ojjeh, this is the first and last yacht to be launched from the Alstom yard at Lorient, on the Biscay coast of France, which has now ceased yacht production following a serious financial loss on the construction of Kogo.

This stunning yacht was styled by Tim Heywood and features interior design by Terence Disdale, who describes the style as “clean, modern lines with a Zen influence”. Disdale has dipped into a highly tactile range of textures and finishes, together with a large range of natural materials and worked leathers. The interior also includes spectacular Japanese woodcarving and the occasional appearance of traditional tatami matting and Oriental floral art.

Accommodation is provided for 14 passengers and a crew of 26. Fitted with a pair of 1,500kW Azipod propulsion units drawing power from four gensets, she has a top speed of 16 knots and a maximum cruising range of 5,000 nautical miles. Kogo was voted Yacht of the Year at the World Superyacht Awards in 2007 and is featured in The Superyachts, Volume 20.

Builder / naval architecture:Alstom
Exterior styling / interior layout:Tim Heywood
Interior design:Terence Disdale

169. Natalina A | 71.83m (253’66”)

Launched by Golden Yachts in 2015, Natalina A is a four-deck displacement yacht. Her nine staterooms allow up to 12 guests to be accommodated in the utmost comfort, while her Studio Vafiadis-designed interiors include a fully equipped gym and a large beach club. Twin Caterpillar 3516C engines give her a top speed of 19 knots.

Builder / naval architecture: Golden Yachts
Exterior design / interior design: Giorgio Vafiadis
Former names:O’Pari III

168. Azteca | 71.99m (236’2″)

Launched as Clarena II in 2009, this yacht was reportedly built for the Spanish property tycoon Francisco Hernando. His love of the outside is evident in her design, most notably a 100 square metre beach club located aft on the lower deck. Incorporating the open stern door, it transforms into a large bathing platform with external shower and sunloungers, while the extensive interior area offers comfortable sofas. She also has an extra large sun deck and a balcony opening from the main deck owner’s suite which includes a stateroom, double bathroom, separate massage room and film projection room.

She has a 50 square metre galley equipped with professional-level equipment including a lobster boiler and a food lift that connects to the dining area on the upper deck. A 10 metre Riva Shuttle with a top speed of 45 knots, a 7 metre service tender and four Jet Skis occupy the two garages on the lower deck. She was purchased by a Mexican in May 2010 who renamed her Azteca. She is featured in volume 25 of The Superyachts.

Builder / naval architecture:CRN
Exterior styling / interior design:Nuvolari Lenard
Former names:Clarena II

167. Serenity | 72m (236’22”)

Previously known as Tu Moana, this superyacht completed a major refit at Greek yard SSH Maritime in 2017. Serenity is the sistership to Saluzi, and her twin MTU 16V 2000 M66 engines propel her to a top speed of 17 knots.

Builder / naval architecture:Austal Ships
Exterior design:Tillberg Design

166. Albatross | 72m (236’2”)

A tri-deck explorer yacht, Albatross was delivered in 2016 by American yard Delta Marine. Apart from her length, few details have emerged since the steel hull and GRP superstructure left the yard’s Seattle facility. Despite her impressive size, Albatross is not the largest yacht that Delta Marine has launched to date, an honour which goes to the 73.15 metre Laurel (No 148 on this list).

Builder:Delta Marine

165. Stella Maris | 72.1m (236’6″)

Stella Maris, VSY’s revolutionary 72 metre superyacht and its current flagship, was designed by Espen Øino in collaboration with Laurent Giles Naval Architects. Her modern, angular design gives her an impressive interior volume of 2,270 GT. From the exterior we note the raised levels inside which create saloons and areas with ceiling heights of 2.7 metres. Also notable are her innovative bow form and a helipad certified for night landings.

The naturally lit interior, designed by Studio Reverberi, is styled with pared-back elegance using natural materials and plants, playing on the variations of levels and walls of glass. The owner’s suite on the top deck of the yacht enjoys a fantastic panoramic view forward, while the six other guest cabins (four doubles and two twins) are on the main deck. She is featured in volume 27 of The Superyachts.

Builder:Viareggio Superyachts
Naval architecture:Laurent Giles
Exterior styling:Espen Oeino
Interior design:Michela Reverberi

164. Cloudbreak | 72.25m (237′)

Hull number 6499 for German yard Abeking & Rasmussen, superyacht Cloudbreak was delivered in June 2016 after four years in development. Her name comes from a legendary Fijian surfing spot. Designed to cover long distances at sea, she immediately set off on a round-the-world cruise. The exterior lines are by the renowned Norwegian designer Espen Øino, while interior décor is courtesy of Parisian designer Christian Liaigre.

Builder:Abeking & Rasmussen
Naval architecture: Abeking & Rasmussen
Exterior styling:Espen Øino
Interior design:Christian Liaigre

163. Elegant 007 | 72.4m (237’6″)

Elegant 007, built in Greece as a charter yacht, is readily identifiable by her futuristic sweeping profile topped by a 250 square metre sun deck with a 12-person spa pool. The interior, designed by Lally Poulias, accommodates 30 guests in 15 luxurious staterooms — a master suite on the bridge deck, a VIP suite, eight staterooms on the main deck and five further staterooms on the lower deck, all with a good range of entertainment facilities and served by Wi-Fi.

Guest rooms include an art deco-styled dining room, a main saloon that opens aft to an 88 metre square deck and a second saloon on the bridge deck. There is also a gymnasium, a beauty salon, a massage room and a sauna. Guests are cared for by 32 crew.

Builder:Lamda
Naval architecture:WEM Lines / Nafpigiki Hellas
Exterior styling / interior design:Lally Poulias
Former names:RM Elegant

162. Axioma | 72.5m (237’11”)

Originally scheduled for launch in 2011, Axioma (ex-Red Square) finally made its grand appearance in February 2013. Axioma hosts a double-height main saloon, a cinema, gym, spa and helipad in a setting meant have a very breezy, open, family oriented feel. She features a beach house-style interior by designer Alberto Pinto who sadly passed away while the boat was under construction. Her furnishings are light and bright with natural woods, glass, and vivid colors.

Builder:Dunya Yachts
Naval architecture: Dunya Yachts
Exterior styling:Sterling Scott
Interior design:Alberto Pinto

161. Coral Ocean | 72.54m (238′)

Built by the Lürssen shipyard for Saudi Arabian businessman Al Sheik Modhassan, Coral Ocean is one of the acknowledged triumphs of her stylist and interior designer, the late Jon Bannenberg, both in terms of her clean exterior lines and four-deck interior layout.

Her exterior decks feature a stairway, both functional and spectacular, that unites the aft portion of each level, while the Polynesian-style interior is an avant garde design that includes one of the first fitness centres and spas to feature on a superyacht.

Builder / naval architecture:Lürssen
Exterior styling / interior design:Jon Bannenberg
Former names:Coral Island

Check back soon for the rest of the list as we continue the countdown of the world’s largest yachts.