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ISSUE 13 2017/2018

C e l e b r at i n g 7 0 y e a r s o f ya c h t i n g e x c e l l e n c e

02 A tale of two shores

44 Heritage is king

tretching their reach from S the Côte d’Azur across to the States, Fraser’s founding fathers made sure they had all their bases covered. Now celebrating the company’s 70th anniversary, there were plenty of ingredients that went into making its winning formula.

brand founded on passion, A precision and craftsmanship, the prestige sportscar manufacturer, Porsche, celebrates the upcoming 70th anniversary of its first model with a Porsche nameplate, the 356/1.

50 making memories

18 the plastic age

he owners of 30m M/Y T Carlamaria – a Benetti Tradition – have spent the last decade perfecting the art of ownership, creating a yacht that is ideally suited to exploring both land and sea and making countless memories along the way.

70 moral fibre

ach year, more than 300 E million tonnes of plastic is produced worldwide. In America alone, around 40 billion water bottles are used annually. The problem of plastic pollution in our oceans has reached such epidemic proportions, that it is estimated by 2048 there will be more plastic than fish in the sea. Welcome to the plastic age.

74 INTELLIGENT ACQUISITION

24 the resurgence of venice

08 distant dreams

hen it comes to the W ultimate get-away destination, sailing through cobalt blue waters and discovering hidden treasures, there is nowhere more enticing than a far-flung island in the South Pacific.

14 elements of surprise The second superyacht to emerge from Yachtley, 80m M/Y Elements marks the dawn of a new age for both her owner Mr Fahad Al Athel, and the capabilities of his Turkish shipyard.

plendid in its unadulterated S setting, Venice is a city that romances the old and celebrates the new.

30 Salute to the sun

56 into the deep

new addition to the Fraser A charter fleet and Amels’ largest launch to date at 83m, M/Y Here Comes The Sun offers relaxing cruising and unprecedented privacy.

38 Decadent delights

he world’s most spectacular T ingredients, whether consumed at source, in a restaurant, or served from the galley, continue to drive the growing demand for increasingly exquisite and rare taste experiences.

ith around 21 billion tonnes W of clothing ending up in global landfills annually, and a staggering eight million tonnes of plastic dumped into the oceans each year, it’s little surprise that compostable couture and sustainable fashion is fast becoming big business.

e know more about the W surface of the moon than the bottom of our oceans, but given the advances in submarine technology, this final frontier has become too irresistible for superyacht owners to ignore.

62 Breaking the waves

or serial builder and F adventure charter pioneer, Jan Verkerk, far-flung exploration is as much about serious business as it is a love of expedition cruising.

collection of articles A that celebrate artisanal skill, unparalleled expertise and exceptional beauty by showcasing some of the most highly skilled craftsmen, fashionable handmade objets d’art and accomplished designers and artists the world over.

80 on the waterfront

ith 65,000 maritime W travellers expected to descend on Dubai over the course of 2017, some of which are superyacht owners looking to berth their ever-growing vessels, the advanced infrastructure and world-class services provided by the city’s three major new waterfront developments look set to take the yachting world by storm.

a unique Porsche experience Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet driving around the Côte d’Azur. Page 44

For all editorial and advertising enquiries, please contact caroline@aquamarine-consultancy.com Many thanks to our contributors: Juliet Benning, Ellie Brade, Gareth Rubin and Nigel Tisdall Special thanks to: Editor, Julia Zaltzman and Graphic Designer, Neil Townsend

Cover: Surfer riding the waves amongst the litter - Moral fibre (page 70) Photo: Zak Noyle/A-Frame

At the time of publication, all the information contained herein is believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed. Great care has been taken to ensure accuracy but neither Fraser nor the publishers can accept responsibility for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions. Charter rates are quoted on a weekly basis. The rates contained herein are believed to be correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form without permission from Fraser.

A tale of two shores Stretching their reach from the Côte d’Azur across to the States, Fraser’s founding fathers made sure they had all their bases covered. Now celebrating the company’s 70th anniversary, there were plenty of ingredients that went into making its winning formula. Words by Juliet Benning

A tale of two shores

“We wanted a global reach. Fraser had no name in Europe but was to make a great impact on our future.” Carlo Agliardi, former president of Fraser Yachts

“Fraser was the first truly transoceanic yacht brokerage company,” Carlo Agliardi tells me. He’s a formidable character; an astute businessman with an instinct for company growth. It’s thanks to Agliardi, and a cast of similar industry heavyweights, that Fraser has become the world-leading firm it is today. Agliardi himself, along with his wife Loredana, Alex Mazzoni and Antonio Pozzi, formed Italyachting in 1983, which then merged with Antoine Althaus’s Althaus International Yachting. Known as United Yachting Monaco, the operation was the backbone of what Fraser has become today. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, David Fraser had been making a name for himself as one of the west coast’s most trustworthy and enthusiastic brokers. Starting his business in 1947, by the 1960s and 70s it had expanded from its humble origins in Newport Beach to San Diego, Sausalito and Seattle and later in Ft. Lauderdale. A contract for a Christensen new build brokered by Carlo bridged the ocean for the two companies and prompted the partners of United Yachting Monaco to seek a slice of the American pie. “We wanted a global reach,” Agliardi explains. “Fraser had no name in Europe but was to make a great impact on our future.”

The Europeans brought a freshness, vitality and passion for yachting that convinced David Fraser to sell his company. In 1993, United Yachting Monaco bought Fraser Yachts Florida, as well as the worldwide rights to use the Fraser name. Fraser Yachts had come into being, setting up the USA headquarters in Fort Lauderdale. Initially different in many ways the two companies learned very quickly that communication was key and this free-flowing transatlantic culture was a contrast to some of the older British brokerage companies who Agliardi says were more tied to their London roots.

Left: Alex Mazzoni, Antonio Pozzi, Loredana and Carlo Agliardi and Antoine Althaus Above: Carlo Agliardi, president of Fraser Yachts 1993-2008 Top right: Authentic original 1950s Fraser Yachts advertising Right: Yacht brokers seated left to right: Clark Sweet, David Fraser and George Michaud, with Don Fraser standing with telephone

“She was the last big American steam yacht and she was just languishing in Marseille harbour, left to ruin. I sold her to a Belgian client who refitted her and brought her back to life.” Antoine Althaus, a founding broker at Fraser

“The business we evolved into was formed of European blood with an American method,” Althaus tells me from Fraser’s Monaco office. Fraser gave him a grand retirement party several years ago, but he’s unwilling to throw in the towel just yet. Still a regular at the Monaco office, his ongoing commitment is typical of Fraser’s founding fathers.

“When I started out, a 30m yacht was huge. Now it’s more like a tender,” he reminisces. He considers the sale of 79m M/Y Delphine as one of his most memorable: “She was the last big American steam yacht and she was just languishing in Marseille harbour, left to ruin. I sold her to a Belgian client who refitted her and brought her back to life.”

The yacht turns out to be an interesting thread in the Fraser story, for it was whilst serving on board Delphine in her previous manifestation as USS Dauntless, that David Fraser came to love the maritime world.

A tale of two shores

Fast forward to the late 90s and Agliardi recalls the instincts that kept Fraser one step ahead: “We pushed hard to move into much bigger yachts but the more complicated they were the more we became convinced that our collateral services must grow.” Hence the yacht management side of the business was created and developed by Antonio Pozzi and Loredana, also making room for the charter business, headed by Alex Mazzoni, to grow. Few other brokerage companies seemed as interested about governing their owners’ concerns, but Fraser’s key players recognised it as critical to the growth of the industry. “We had to remove the headaches owners associated with owning a large yacht,” Agliardi asserts.

Left: Delphine, one of Antoine Althaus' most memorable sales Top left and right: Boadicea (left) and Here Comes The Sun (right), both large yachts in Fraser's fleet

Above: A collection of marketing collateral from Fraser’s 70 year history

The business continued to grow in all areas and in 2004, thanks to a lifelong friendship between Agliardi and Vitelli, the principal of Azimut Benetti, the company was bought by that Group along with a contribution from V.Ships. With the backing of these powerhouses Fraser went on to become the number one brokerage firm. 2016 also saw the arrival of new CEO Raphael Sauleau, appointed by Fraser Chairman Roberto Giorgi, with whom he had previously worked for many years at V.Ships. Raphael Sauleau has successfully taken the helm and is leading the young management team to push Fraser’s growth for the next 70 years and beyond. The results are already evident, with a renewed of young, talented, dynamic and enthusiastic professionals, all of whom are ready and committed to take Fraser to greater heights and to drive the company forward for the next 70 years, and more.” Now 70 years old, with the backing of these powerhouses, Fraser has revealed itself to be in fine fettle. For the sixth year in a row, 2016 statistics revealed that it had closed more brokerage deals than any other brokerage – an achievement worth celebrating. So, prepare to raise a toast to this industry titan as Fraser looks forward to another 70 glorious years and beyond.

focus on 80m+ yachts the company now has numerous examples in all of its departments and has particularly improved its new construction and refit portfolio in this area. Fraser also unveiled its new brand earlier this year, updated to be more luxurious and in line with the services it is offering to its esteemed clientele. As part of its 70th anniversary celebrations Fraser has also announced a number of partnerships throughout the year, from Plastic

Oceans and CanO Water, proving its commitment to protecting the marine environment the yachting industry is based on, to luxury car manufacturer Porsche, providing access for clients to luxury vehicles and unique experiences in the world’s most prestigious sports cars. Commenting on the future Raphael Sauleau said “The management team in place at Fraser today is made up

Top: Paolo Vitelli, Carlo Agliardi, Roberto Giorgi and David Fraser Left: Raphael Sauleau and Roberto Giorgi

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Distant dreams

When it comes to the ultimate get-away destination, sailing through cobalt blue waters and discovering hidden treasures, there is nowhere more enticing than a far-flung island in the South Pacific. Words by Nigel Tisdall

Time out in the Tuamotus

ancy escaping to a desert island? An hour's flight northeast of Tahiti, the 77 coral atolls of the Tuamotus are a classic castaway fantasy of bewitching turquoise lagoons, gently swaying coconut palms, untrodden sands in a choice of pink or white, and a pace of life that is beyond relaxed. The smart way to enjoy this paradise archipelago – the sunniest in French Polynesia – is aboard M/Y Askari, a 32.89m yacht based in Moorea with five staterooms and a high bow ideal for making the 220-nautical mile journey to the Tuamotus. Its ever-smiling crew of seven were awarded Best Charter Crew (under 50m) at the 2016 Fraser Captains’ Dinner and Awards, and have talents that stretch from kitesurfing and whale-spotting to teaching guests how to dance like a local. A typical itinerary aboard Askari might start or end in the capital, Rangiroa, which is one of the largest atolls in the world with a necklace of coral that is 200km in circumference but only 12m high. It is home to the legendary strait Tiputa Pass where you can driftdive through a blizzard of marine life including mighty sharks and serenely gliding manta rays. If you want to learn,

Motu Nuhi Nuhi filled with radiant fish is an excellent spot for a drift-dive lesson, and Askari offers a wealth of waterbased activities too including paddle boarding, kayaking and water-skiing. Yacht charter is all about cruising where and when you please and Captain Claude Aker knows all the secret spots, whether you want to fish, dine under the stars on a deserted isle or visit a pearl farm to learn about and buy black pearls from source. A favourite place to do this is Fakarava, an atoll in the west of the Tuamotu group that boasts the wide Garuae Pass with healthy coral and a dazzling cavalcade of sharks, rays and flamboyant fish. In 1930, when the French painter Henri Matisse came to this remote atoll at the age of 61 and went swimming in its cobalt blue water wearing wooden goggles, he was overwhelmed by its vivid marine life and an “undersea light like a second sky”. What he saw went on to inspire works such as his famous Océanie cut-out wall-hangings, now in the National Gallery of Australia. “Pure light, pure air, pure colour” he wrote home ecstatically, urging everyone not to miss a sight that was – and still is – “incomparably precious”.

The enigma of Easter Island

o land comes more wrapped in mystery than Rapa Nui – the native name of Easter Island – a remote volcanic landmass over 3,200km west of the Chilean mainland. Only 23km by 11km and home to around 8,000 Polynesian and Chilean residents – plus 4,000 mostly wild horses – Easter Island is the world's most fascinating sculpture park thanks to some 900 giant stone moai (statues) that literally litter the landscape. As to who erected the statues, why they did so, and what happened to their creators is open to debate, but there are some known answers: these

strange, cartoon-like, top-knotted figures were created between the 12th and 17th centuries and most likely represent ancestral leaders. The isolated society that carved, transported and set up their haunting rows of moai, which all face away from the sea, mysteriously collapsed, probably due to overpopulation and deforestation. The highlight of an island tour is visiting the incredible quarry at Rano Raraku where these colossal heads, some weighing up to 90 tons, were fashioned. Some lie half-completed while others are strewn across the fields.

Distant dreams

A prime reason for visiting Rapa Nui is the bucket-list satisfaction of reaching one of the most distant destinations on the planet. Laid-back and eco-minded, this tiny island has a spiritual aura that becomes apparent as soon as exploring begins. Some of the most rewarding activities at sunrise are a hike or horseride up the Terevaka volcano, and a cycle along the seashore to behold the majestic parade of 15 moai at Ahu Tongariki. Visitors can swim in natural rock pools by the sea, while diving here is uncrowded with exceptionally clear water. Boat tours visit coastal cliffs, caves and motu (islets) with the option of fishing for snapper, while at night the star-filled sky â&#x20AC;&#x201C; blissfully unspoilt by light pollution â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is so astonishingly bright and busy it feels as if you have journeyed a little closer to heaven.

Previous spread: Sunset in the Tuamotus This spread: Top: Wild horses on Easter Island at sunset amongst the giant stone statues Bottom left: Anakena, a white coral sand beach situated on the northern tip of Rapa Nui (Easter Island), is one of the only two small sandy beaches on the island Below: The highlight of an Easter island tour is visiting the incredible crater at volcano Rano Raraku

Mission to the Marquesas

oliday plans don't get more adventurous than a trip to the Marquesas. Almost 1,400km northeast of Tahiti, this mountainous island group is the furthest in the world from any continental land mass. Rising out of the glistening blue waters of the South Pacific to just over 1,000m, these 15 green and thickly-forested peaks have an untamed and elemental appeal that has proven irresistible to a host of artists and explorers.

In the 19th century a voyage to the Marquesas was the equivalent of a trip to the moon. Herman Melville's first novel, Typee, was inspired by his time on the gateway island of Nuku Hiva in 1842 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; when it was still home to club-carrying cannibals tattooed from head-to-toe. Robert Louis Stevenson and Jack London also sailed to these quintessentially remote islands, while in 1937 a young Thor Heyerdahl lived here for a year trying to lead the simple life as the world moved to war.

Distant dreams

Left: Rising Ua Poa on the Marquesas in French polynesia Right: Arearea Joyousness 1892 Paul Gauguin Below: French postimpressionist artist Paul Gauguin's grave on Atuona island on the Marquesas

The most famous visitor to the Marquesas, though, was Paul Gauguin who spent his last days on Hiva Oa after a turbulent, questing life that culminated in world-famous canvases that have come to define the allure of French Polynesia.

Buried in Atuona in 1903, the artist's simple grave still attracts a steady trickle of fans and wanderers. While it took Gauguin five days to sail here from the capital Papeete, today visitors can fly to the Marquesas in just over three hours. It's a journey well worth making â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not just for the islands' abundant scenic thrills from towering waterfalls to dreamy white sand beaches, but to also discover the distinctive Marquesan culture reflected in fine carvings in wood, bone and stone and ancient, jungle-clad marae (sacred sites). Internal flights now link some islands, but others are still only reachable by sea, including southernmost Fatu Hiva, the wildest and most captivating of the inhabited Marquesas. Here, life is as splendidly isolated as you could wish for, with lush valleys that have never been fully explored and tiny villages where travellers are welcomed with garlands of flowers and luscious tropical fruits â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ample evidence that an escape to the South Seas remains as seductive as ever.

Askari for charter Length: 32.89M/107'11" Built/Refit: 1971/2017 Guests: 5 staterooms/10 guests Price: from $75,000 yachtcharter@fraseryachts.com ASKARI is available for charter in French Polynesia including the Society Islands and Tuamotus.

Elements of

surprise The second superyacht to emerge from Yachtley, 80m M/Y Elements marks the dawn of a new age for both her owner Mr Fahad Al Athel, and the capabilities of his Turkish shipyard. Words by Julia Zaltzman

elements of surprise

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onvention’ is not a word that interests Mr Fahad Al Athel. He’s not kerbed by standard practice, or restrained by the unknown – his ambitions surpass the confines of what is typical in the yachting world, and instead, he is realising his goals one vessel at a time. Born in Saudi Arabia, Mr Fahad Al Athel did not grow up by the sea. His passion for yachting was happened upon in 1999 when a good friend requested his assistance. “He asked me to visit Amels in Holland with him, and to discuss the potential of extending his yacht by three metres,” he says. “So, I went, it was a successful meeting, and from that time I became interested in boats.” When that same friend decided to build a 65m yacht, he once again placed his trust in Mr Fahad Al Athel. “He asked me to look for a good, reliable shipyard that could build a 65m at a competitive price,” he explains. “I didn’t want to go to Australia or Germany or Holland, so I decided to go to Turkey where I discovered a highly competent workforce at an achievable rate. So, I leased some land in Izmit near Istanbul, which I still have today, and decided to build the yacht myself.” The result was the highly praised 65m M/Y Nourah of Riyad – designed by Donald Starkey, and at the time, the largest yacht to ever come out of

Turkey. It was also the establishment of Mr Fahad Al Athel's shipyard, Yachtley. “We completed the build in a good time – it only took four years to build both Nourah of Riyad and the shipyard,” he explains. “We built them together, and I then became very excited about what we could achieve.” More than happy with the finished product, Nourah of Riyad’s owner went on to request a refit a few years later, also undertaken by Yachtley, and one that would see her extended to 70m, as well as equipped with a new swimming platform, beach club, new saloon on the sun deck and several other cosmetic changes. It was during her original build, however, that Mr Fahad Al Athel made some crucial decisions regarding the future of Yachtley and its workforce.

“I decided to hire Lloyds to certify the shipyard, and to certify M/Y Elements – the yacht that I planned to build for another client,” he explains. “I also decided to go for Lloyds and SOLAS certification for Elements, which cost me more, but I wanted the experience and training for my employees. We now have a really high calibre workforce producing fantastic quality of work.”

Left: 80m Elements alongside two tenders

This page: Owner’s stateroom (top) and Observation room (above) designed by Cristiano Gatto

At an impressive 80m, Elements is an inspiring yacht, thanks in no small part to her notable SOLAS classification, and her naval architecture undertaken by Alfa Marine in Athens. She comfortably accommodates up to 24 guests within her expansive interior, as well as 19 crew, comprising a master suite, two VIP staterooms, four double staterooms, four twin staterooms and one smaller twin stateroom. She features a classically-styled displacement steel hull (tested at Marin Institute in Holland) and an aluminium superstructure, with teak decks, and is fitted with two pairs of stabilisers that work at anchor to increase onboard comfort when the yacht is stationary, particularly in rough waters. Powered by two MTU (16V 4000 M63L) diesel engines and propelled by her twin screw propellers, Elements is capable of a top speed of 18knots. Originally commissioned to be built for an owner who made some minor changes before suddenly pulling out of the deal, Mr Fahad Al AthelÂ made the bold decision to continue with the build himself, hiring renowned Italian designer

Cristiano Gatto for the interior. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I asked Cristiano, who I knew from before, if he would work with me on Elements. He is an excellent designer, I would recommend him for any design job, and I will always use him from now on.â&#x20AC;? Enlisting the likes of Yachting Protection for all paint and fairing, and Vibrascan for noise and vibration study, the finished result is an oceangoing vessel of indisputable status, with a volume of 2,900GT, and key features that

include a beach club, spa pool, hammam and an elevator to provide convenient access to her four voluminous decks. Her opulent interior is cast in cool shades of silver and blue, with in-built cabinetry at every turn, as well as key pieces of specially commissioned stand-alone furniture. Marble pillars and crystal chandeliers combine to great effect, punctuated by royal blue and sea-green silks and fabric detailing.

elements of surprise

“Elements is a fantastic yacht, I’m proud of every bit of her,” says Mr Fahad Al Athel. “It’s very hard to achieve a yacht of that quality for that price, but I want to have the best of everything. It took me time, especially with the Lloyds certification, but we now have an amazing team. When people visit the yard, they want to see Elements, and they’re very impressed with what they see.” As one of the rare shipyards in Europe with its own in-house interior workshop, Yachtley strikes a keen balance between in-house workmanship and sub-contracted exterior suppliers. “We have a Turkish naval architect, Turkish and Greek engineers, including Kostas Christodoulou, the manager of the shipyard who is an expert in electronics and helps me a lot – they are all of an excellent standard,” he says. “We also boast top quality carpenters, and I bought the latest machinery to enable them to deliver a premium job. The shipyard carpenters have completed work on my residential properties as well, and the quality is perfect. We source nearly all materials from Turkey

too, apart from the marble, which we source from Italy.” Starting sea-trials as FRASER went to press, Elements marks the dawn of a new age for Mr Fahad Al Athel and the Yachtley shipyard. Always keen to go beyond the expected, he leaves aside convention, and instead opts for the unity of aesthetics, safety and function in modern, customised designs. Collaborating with proven naval architects to create yachts with elegant lines and curves, Mr Fahad Al Athel has his sights firmly set on the future of hybrid yachts, SOLAS yachts and ground-breaking design concepts.

elements FOR SALE Length: 80.01m/262'06" Built: 2017 Guests: 12 staterooms/24 guests Price: ¤112,000,000 yachtsales@fraseryachts.com

“After Elements, we’re hoping for more orders. We are ready – I have the team, I have the capacity to build bigger, we can go up to 120m,” he says, “and that’s what I want, to keep building large yachts of this calibre, that’s the aim.”

Top left: Elements’ opulent main saloon cast in cool shades of silver and blue Far left: Beach area at the stern Above: Elements emerging from the shipyard

Each year, more than 300 million tonnes of plastic is produced worldwide. In America alone, around 40 billion water bottles are used annually. The problem of plastic pollution in our oceans has reached such epidemic proportions, that it is estimated by 2048 there will be more plastic than fish in the sea. Welcome to the plastic age. Words by Julia Zaltzman

the plastic age

n unusual and sad sight greeted the people of Sotra in Norway in February 2017, as a rare goose-beaked whale repeatedly beached on the island shoreline. The stricken animal eventually had to be put down, leading to a grizzly find that, at the time of its death, the beautiful two-tonne animal’s stomach was full, but devoid of nutrition. Instead of food, it had eaten a variety of rubbish, including some 30 plastic bags which had clogged its digestive system. Researchers have since suggested that the whale may have believed these bags were squid, a usual part of this species’ diet. It has been estimated that there are over five trillion pieces of plastic rubbish currently polluting our ocean habitats. Far from being a problem

that will take care of itself, it is one that is exponentially multiplying in size, with far-reaching and devastating implications for the planet, wildlife, and humankind the world over.

Above: Plastic debris floating in Sri Lankan waters Photo: David Jones Right: There are over five trillion pieces of plastic rubbish currently polluting our ocean habitats

The whale is not an isolated case, but it presented a valuable opportunity for people to see first-hand the very real effects that plastic pollution is having on our oceans. “If you don’t know there’s a problem you can’t do anything about it,” says David Jones, business and sustainability advisor at the Plastic Oceans Foundation. “Ten years ago,

we all had no idea there was so much plastic in the ocean, and now it’s becoming more and more visible, but most people still have no idea that it’s directly affecting them.” The Guardian published a shocking report in May 2017 that labelled one of the world’s most remote places, Henderson Island - an uninhabited coral atoll in the eastern South Pacific – as being one of its most polluted. The tiny landmass has been found by marine scientists to have the highest density of anthropogenic (environmental pollution originating in human activity) debris recorded anywhere in the world, with 99.8 per cent of the pollution plastic. The nearly 18 tonnes of plastic (38 million pieces) piling up on the island have been blasted as being “catastrophic”, and a “grotesque” extent

of marine plastic pollution. The largest of the four islands of the Pitcairn Island group, Henderson Island is a Unesco World Heritage Listed site and one of the few atolls in the world whose ecology had been practically untouched by humans, until now. Much of the debris – approximately 68 per cent – was not even visible, with as many as 4,500 items per square metre buried to a depth of 10cm. Around 13,000 new items are washing up daily.

“The problem with plastic pollution is there is no harmony between plastic production and its management,” says Jones, who first encountered the plastics issue in 2010 via his colleague Jo Ruxton. Having both finished working on filming a BBC series called Life, the show’s producer, Ruxton, set off in search of what is now referred to as the ‘Great Pacific Garbage Patch’. “The media headlines were that there was so much plastic in the ocean that you could walk on it, but it soon became very clear that that wasn’t quite right,” explains Jones. What Ruxton actually discovered was more of a a “plastic soup” that had been broken down over time into small pieces.

“We’d love to reduce the amount of plastic produced, and I think we can by reducing the unnecessary stuff, and consumers have a huge role to play, as does the industry.” David Jones, business and sustainability advisor, Plastic Oceans Foundation

“There is a smog of small plastic particles that are adsorbing the toxins and chemicals from agricultural and industrial run-off that for centuries have found their way into the sea,” explains Jones. “For years, the ocean has been diluting all that waste, but these POPs (persistent organic pollutants) are hydrophobic (molecules that repel water molecules) and the millions of plastic particles are acting like life rafts. Toxins are now being adsorbed onto the plastic pieces and concentrating in orders of magnitude that are just frightening.” What’s more, as the tiny plastic particles are consumed by plankton, molluscs, and fish, these toxins are entering the food chain, and at the top of the food chain are humans. “It’s actually a huge issue, especially when you think that 17 per cent of the world’s population relies on the sea for their main source of protein and food,” says Jones. “That is something that we should be looking at very closely.” Following her discovery, Ruxton and her colleagues went on to found the Plastic Oceans Foundation, a global network of independent not-for-profits and charitable organisations, united in their aims to change the world’s attitude towards plastic within a generation. In January 2017, Fraser announced its partnership with Plastic Oceans as part of its efforts to protect the marine environment that provides the basis of

the luxury yacht industry, and for Jones, it’s this sort of self-awareness and industry auditing that will help to address not just plastic pollution, but help to balance its production and management. “We’d love to reduce the amount of plastic produced, and I think we can by reducing the unnecessary stuff, and consumers have a huge role to play, as does the industry,” he says. “Fraser is now very closely examining what they need and what they don’t need, and I

think this is a crucial step. Of the 300 million tonnes of plastic that is produced every year, half of it is used only once, and for a very short space of time. Effectively that is waste, and waste is cost, and any business will tell you saving on costs will increase profit margins. So, companies need to recognise that by auditing their plastic usage they can help the environment, reduce waste and save money in one go.”

the plastic age

Some of the areas that Fraser has already identified to reduce plastic consumption on board are toiletries and cleaning products, excess packaging of deliveries to the yacht, protective wrapping in shipyards and plastic water bottles. All of them

have more environmentally friendly alternatives available. One such alternative is CanO Water, Fraser’s newest partner, who produce aluminium resealable cans of drinking water (still and sparkling) which can replace plastic drinking bottles on board. Headway is slowly being made around the world. Since October 2015, the law has required large shops in England to charge 5p for all single-use plastic carrier bags. A raft of other countries have launched similar initiatives and it’s estimated that plastic bags have been reduced by around 80 per cent everywhere in the world that has introduced a levy. In January 2017 India’s capital city Delhi declared a ban on all disposable plastic, including cutlery, bags, cups and other forms of singleuse plastic and France is also implementing a similar ban, while the UK’s Scottish government is currently considering a plastic bottle tax. At the world oceans summit in Bali in March 2017, Indonesia pledged to put up to $1 billion a year towards reducing plastic and other waste products polluting its waters, setting a goal of a 70 per cent reduction in marine waste within eight years. For Jones, however, it’s an empty gesture without a proper

waste management process being put in place, as is the production of alternative plastics and biodegradable solutions without there being a seismic shift in our global perception of acceptable lifestyle choices: “To generate proper solutions, you need to create ones that are appropriate. I’m a great believer in a strategic mix of solutions and policies that are very much based on where you are – there isn’t a one-fits-all solution. Alternative ideas are great, and it shows that people are thinking about the problem, but the solution is not to make something that we can throw away. We need to stop perpetuating the myth that using something once and then disposing of it is ok. That is what needs to change.”

Far left: Every day, marine life dies as a result of plastic pollution Left: Fraser’s partner CanO Water produces aluminium resealable cans of drinking water which can replace plastic drinking bottles on board and in everyday life

A Plastic Ocean Forming part of the Plastic Ocean Foundation’s #AWaveofChange awareness and social action campaign, the award-winning documentary – A Plastic Ocean – on which David Jones served as executive adviser and superviser for underwater shoots, has already captivated thousands of audiences around the world. Downloadable on iTunes and Netflix where it forms part of Netflix’s documentary and docu-series projects in partnership with Leonardo DiCaprio’s Appian Way production company, the film has been translated into many languages using subtitles, and

has the Hollywood actor and ardent environmentalist serving as its executive producer. The film is also available for public and private screenings at major events, such as the private viewing hosted by Fraser at the Monaco Yacht Club in June 2017. Fraser is also organising for a copy of the film to be distributed to all its yachts over the coming months, as well as speaking to some owners about how they can assist the cause. If you would like more information, please contact marketing@fraseryachts.com or visit www.plasticoceans.org.

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Splendid in its unadulterated setting, Venice is a city that romances the old and celebrates the new. Words by Gareth Rubin

The Resurgence of Venice

pellbound. We all sit spellbound, row upon row of us held in a trance by the power of the human voice. A single note is sweeping up to the intricately painted ceiling in the auditorium, past moulded gods and angels. And in an instant, the soprano cuts it off, like a ribbon, and stands triumphant as a wave of applause echoes all around. This is the effect of Teatro La Fenice, Venice's great opera house, a beacon of this most elegant art form since the 18th century. La Fenice - 'the Phoenix' - is so named because of its unfortunate propensity to burn to the ground, only to be rebuilt. It is now on its fourth attempt

not to go up in flames. It has been the birthplace of great works from Verdi, Rossini, Donizetti and others and as I sit in my velvet seat, I can feel the ghosts of those composers and their primadonnas watching and listening to their modern descendants. They won't be disappointed. Venice, the greatest monument to the aspirations and ideals of the Renaissance, rings with splendour. The capital of the Veneto Region, Venice is situated across a group of 118 small islands all separated by canals and linked by bridges. Built upon a shallow lagoon to prevent raiders from stealing its riches, the city sits within

an enclosed bay that lies between the mouths of the Po and Piava Rivers. Venice is renowned for the beauty of its setting, its architecture and culture, and even todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s luxuries can't hold a candle to the fine palaces and sumptuous art that abounds.

Left: Grand Canal at sunset Right: Teatro La Fenice, Venice's great opera house

The glorious Grand Canal, invariably one of the first sites visitors to Venice see, feels at once foreign and familiar, as if you’ve stepped into an 18th century painting by Canaletto, only to find that the world around you has changed little in its substance. It's no coincidence that this island-civilisation became the world's greatest maritime trading power, the centre of a web that stretched from Marco Polo's China in the east, to the muddy and overcast nation of Britain in the west. For hundreds of years, the comings-and-goings from the docks beside the Ducal Palace and St Mark's Square left the air shaking to the cries of sailors. The quayside is a more elegant stretch today, of course, albeit featuring the buzz of water taxis, gondolas, and the ‘vaporetto’ water bus that keeps the vibrant city lively and exciting. For an altogether immersive experience, ride the vaporetto the length of the canal, under the Rialto Bridge, by the colourful and crumbling façades of grand palazzos like the Ca’ d’Oro and the Ca’ Rezzonico, all the way down past the dome of Santa Maria della Salute. Visitors still arrive from all over the world to buy and sell too, but nowadays it's more likely to be in the form of the stylish Venice Film Festival - the oldest film festival in the world – or, indeed, the International Boat Show that honours the city’s maritime history. The Film Festival takes place on the Lido island, otherwise one of the sleepier parts of the city, while the International Boat Show, which occurs in April in Parco San Giuliano located on the Venetian

The open-air Rialto Market is a feast for the senses, as local farmers and fisherman unload trays of fresh squid, cuttlefish, crabs and clams.

The Resurgence of Venice

Burano, a tiny fishing village known for its intricate lace, where the streets are a riot of colour, lined with houses that are painted in improbable shades of blue, orange, green, purple and red.

mainland, has more of a holiday air than many such events. For those attending the Film Festival in style, superyachts can berth at Venice Yacht Pier on the Giudecca Canal on the south of the main island. It has 20 berths, making up 900m of dockage spread across five locations; maximum draft is 9m and maximum beam 25m. The berths at Punta della Salute sit directly opposite St Mark's Square, which features the very paving stones that were walked by Marco Polo, Casanova and Michelangelo themselves. Patrons in the square remain into the evening, socialising alfresco while sipping on espressos and sweet limoncello, but for a true Renaissance experience, visitors should dine at the Square’s Michelin-starred Ristorante Quadri. Offering a tasting menu that takes in the deep-flavours of black cuttlefish risotto and a local dish named ‘Baccalà Baccalà

Baccalà’, consisting of smoked polenta, stockfish, caviar, artichokes and tripe, it provides a blend of delicate flavours. Other delicacies on its seasonally changing menu include rolled raw beef with black truffle egg sauce, vegetables and asparagus; cold angel hair pasta with raw fish anchovy sauce and mussels; and durum wheat lasagnetta with fresh greens, spring peas and braised kid ragù. After such a meal, there is only one place to head for some opulent relaxation - the spa at the Bauer Palladio Hotel. Once a convent designed by Andrea Palladio himself (the Venetian architect who created the neo-classical look based on Greek and Roman aesthetics, and which later became the basis for western design), today it represents the height of decadence. Its spa draws guests into a state of warm pleasure while gazing across the water at the red-towered Byzantine splendour of St Mark’s Basilica - an exotic outlier,

with its massive marble columns, graceful arches, and onion domes clad in lead. For those looking to experience outdoor indulgence, a magnolia massage in the hotel garden is unsurpassed. Once an orchard and vineyard, the garden is named after the oldest magnolia tree in Venice, which sits within it, gently releasing its perfume throughout the hotel grounds.

Top left: Rialto Bridge Left: The open-air Rialto Market is a feast for the senses Above: Canal with colorful houses, Church of San Martino, on the famous island of Burano.

Below: Glass worker in action in the Murano Glass factory Photo: Ioan Florin Cnejevici / Shutterstock.com

In the morning, the open-air Rialto Market is a feast for the senses, as local farmers and fisherman unload trays of fresh squid, cuttlefish, crabs and clams, as well as baskets of whatever produce is in season, from cherries and grapes to peas and asparagus. If the adage about eating with your eyes first is true – mangiare con gli occhi, as the Italians would say – you will leave with your stomach full and your heart happy. But no visit to Venice is replete without taking in the wonders of its arts. While the fame of Venetian glass extends back to the Roman Empire, all the furnaces and foundries were moved to the island of Murano in 1291 out of fear that a

fire would consume the city’s wooden buildings. Just a short boat ride away, the island singlehandedly keeps the art, craft, and tradition of Murano glass alive. Any number of glass factories welcome guests for free tours, where in the heat of the furnace, the craftsmen work quickly and deftly with molten glass. Other neighbouring islands make for an exciting island-hopping itinerary, from Burano, a tiny fishing village known for its intricate lace, where the streets are a riot of colour, lined with houses that are painted in improbable shades of blue, orange, green, purple, and red, or Torcello, where much of the island consists of open fields and undisturbed wetlands. Follow the path to a cluster of old buildings that includes two magnificent churches side-by-side — Santa Fosca, which is low and round, and the more conventional Santa Maria Assunta, with its solitary bell tower. Both are primitive, peaceful and calm, and far removed from the opulence of Venice and its madding crowd.

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A new addition to the Fraser charter fleet and Amelsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; largest launch to date at 83m, M/Y Here Comes The Sun offers relaxing cruising and unprecedented privacy. Words by Juliet Benning

Salute to the sun

“Y

ing and yang” is how interior designer Andrew Winch describes the two joint owners of Amels’ latest Limited Edition yacht, 83m M/Y Here Comes The Sun. It’s a combination that has meant every aspect of the vessel has received lavish attention, from the technicality of the engine room – one owner’s passion – to the comfort and style of the interior – the other owner’s interest. Fraser is delighted to be showcasing this stunning creation as the newest member of its charter fleet. Here Comes The Sun is a finely tuned evolution of the joint owners’ last yacht, 65m M/Y Imagine, also a Limited Edition yacht built by Amels. Working with the owners for the past 12 years, their representative, Yavor Nenov, has

been their mouthpiece on this project, communicating their desires to the yard. “We did 60,000 miles on Imagine,” he says, “so we learnt a lot about where we could improve the new yacht and how to set it up for the ideal charter.” The main areas of development were an entire private deck for the owners, a more spacious beach club with better access to the water, and additional guest staterooms. The two owners were so confident in the workforce at Amels, and that of their own team, that they only visited the yacht once it was complete. Taking the baton forward from Imagine was the same pairing on interior design and exterior styling, Andrew Winch and Tim Heywood respectively.

Left: 83m Here Comes The Sun, a new addition to the Fraser charter fleet and Amels’ largest launch to date Above: Forward deck Here Comes The Sun

“The owners wanted a home, a floating island,” says Winch, who set about creating “a shell of comfort around the owner and his family”. With a strict brief not to include anything shiny on board (the only mirror that slipped the net was later given a patina finish), interiors strike a laid back, beachy chord. “It’s calm and friendly,” Nenov says. The owners, who are both extremely social and eager to travel with their growing families, didn’t want to feel repressed by an overly heavy or ostentatious interior, he explains. Instead, both owners requested “a calm, beachy atmosphere, with light materials and soft colours – a relaxing atmosphere”.

Salute to the sun

Winch describes a palette of warm browns, cream fabrics, gold-toned lighting, and bronze panels with a brushed finish. Antique patinas and furniture in curving shapes complete the look. “The decorative scheme is tactile with carved silk and wool carpets, mottled leathers, natural oak panelling and smooth floors,” Winch elaborates. With both owners being tall, the need for higher ceilings and more airy spaces was another cue taken from Imagine, allowing the yacht to encourage a discovery through the senses, explains Winch: “There are so many subtle textural details throughout that even if one is living on this boat for some weeks, even for an entire season, at the end a guest will look and find something they haven’t seen before.” Nenov was keen to enhance the practicalities on board Here Comes The Sun, and was instrumental in advising on the crew service network. A series of hidden doors, passages and stairwells keep the crew and guests separate wherever possible, making for a more private setting. In contrast, and very much on display, is the open galley on the aft bridge deck. The Italian chef, who has also been with the owners for 12 years, thought cooking surrounded

by guests would make for a fun and novel onboard experience. He has extensive charter knowledge, and a knack for provisioning a yacht from any location worldwide, however remote. “On board, we have an emphasis on fresh, local food,” says Nenov. “This means the chef goes away in search of the best ingredients every morning. He’s back by 9am and shortly after presents the menu for the day.”

Top left: Here Comes The Sun's aft bathing platform Left: The spacious Beach Club lounge area

Top: Master stateroom with a palette of warm browns, cream fabrics, gold-toned lighting, and bronze panels with a brushed finish Above: Owner's deck salon featuring antique patinas and furniture in curving shapes

“You really do feel you could take her anywhere in the world, in any weather, and she’d sail right through it.” Tim Heywood, yacht designer

But the owners are willing to share. “We’ve set this yacht up according to the needs of a charter,” Nenov explains. This means a catalogue of toys, including kayaks, a trampoline, towables, SeaBobs and a 25m waterslide. There are also Sea-Doo personal water craft and two tenders; an 11m limousine tender and a fast 9.2m luxury sport RIB. The beach club is like a private seaside resort, with its fold down terraces, and will be an epicentre of relaxation with a fitness facility, sauna and steam room. Another highlight is the pool on the main deck featuring a wet bar, counter current jets and cleverly designed low access for easy dipping. After sunset, the cinema offers deep sofas on which to recline for movies or gaming, while outside, the deck spaces are vast, but broken into intimate conversation areas ideal for socialising.

Here Comes The Sun offers accommodation for twelve guests, looked after by 25 crew. The owners’ deck boasts a forward master suite with panoramic view, as well as a port master suite with spectacular balcony, but most important for both owners was to have “an owner’s private deck and open beach club and a bigger number of guest staterooms in order to accommodate our families”. Both families cruising together in equal comfort is also possible, thanks to the two VIP suites and three guest suites on the main deck. The onboard comfort extends to the yacht’s performance under power, with naval architecture built for stable cruising and technology in place for exceptionally low noise and vibration levels. Heywood described cruising up and down the coast as “so smooth, it was as if the boat was on railway lines.”

Salute to the sun

Top left: A bird's-eye view of Here Comes the Sun Bottom left: Here Comes the Sun has a cruising speed of 12.5kn Below: Here Comes the Sun features a catalogue of toys Bottom: The familyfriendly cinema room

Heywood spent four and a half years designing the yacht and has given her his distinctive looks: “I like to think that all my boats are different, but you can see they come from the same hand. There’s the strength of line, there’s the female form, which I like to think of as athletically feminine.” The ‘lobster-back grilles’, on the sun deck are inherited from Imagine, first seen eight years ago, and are very much a Heywood signature, creating a seating nook out of the wind where it’s possible to lie against the glass and watch the water pass – a favourite space of the owners.

Preferring to describe Here Comes The Sun as a ship rather than a yacht, he adds, “You really do feel you could take her anywhere in the world, in any weather, and she’d sail right through it.” With her ying owner preferring the Mediterranean and her yang owner favouring the Caribbean, as well as future plans to go around the world, you can guarantee that wherever she is cruising, Here Comes The Sun provides all the comforts of home within a paradise setting.

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Decadent delights The worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most spectacular ingredients, whether consumed at source, in a restaurant, or served from the galley, continue to drive the growing demand for increasingly exquisite and rare taste experiences. Words by Ellie Brade

Decadent delights

"Our approach to chocolate making is largely modelled on French winemakers and Scotch whisky distillers.” Jerry Toth, co-founder of To’ak

For so many of the world’s exceptional produce, this theme of provenance rings true, with the story behind each ingredient an ample demonstration as to why they are coveted by the elite. To’ak Chocolate combines both time and skill, producing a vintage chocolate that is carefully hand prepared before being laid down and aged for three years. "Our approach to chocolate making is largely modelled on French winemakers and Scotch whisky distillers,” says Jerry Toth, co-founder of To’ak. “Our Harvest editions are aimed at expressing, as faithfully as possible, the flavour profile of the valley that our cacao is grown in during a given year, while for our Vintage editions we take advantage of extractable compounds in barrels and other sources of wood to enhance our chocolate through age."

ine food and beverages go hand in hand with the world of yachting, with many superyacht chefs having the privilege of preparing exquisite ingredients for owners and guests to enjoy. Unsurprisingly, the world’s finest ingredients are typically in small supply, ensuring true exclusivity and high demand. “The best produce is always that which is locally sourced from suppliers who don’t produce mass volume or tonnes of different products, but focus their time and energy into producing a small number of exceptional products,” says

Daniel Hulme, founder of On Air Dining, in-flight caterers and specialists in producing high-end aviation cuisine. While there are no distinct trends in terms of specific rare ingredients that his clients request, Hulme believes that there is one overarching theme when it comes to the world’s best foods: “We find that the people we deal with are shrewd, so while you get weird and wonderful foods, the overall trend we see is provenance – food needs to have a story of where it has come from and why it is so special, for it to be in demand.”

To’ak sources its chocolate from the extremely rare Ecuadorian cacao variety called ‘Nacional’, which traces its genetic lineage back at least 5,300 years to the earliest known domesticated cacao trees. Each bar has its own individual code and comes with a tasting guide and utensils, with limited editions of 100 bars or less.

Left: A selection To'ak chocolates Above: High-end aviation cuisine, as served by On Air Dining Right: An Ecuadorian harvest master picks cacao from the trees

On the other side of the world, a typical day for Scottish-born expert diver Roderick ‘Roddie’ Sloan will involve diving for ‘green’ sea urchins inside the Arctic Circle, renowned for their incredible ‘earthy’ taste, with many of Europe's top chefs clamouring to buy from him, including René Redzepi of Noma. Careful to always respect the environment from which he makes his living, Roddie rotates his dive spots to ensure little impact on the urchin population in each area. “I hand-dive the urchins and shells; every single one has been handpicked and carefully handled by me to ensure they are treated right until the point of delivery,” says Sloan. “The sea urchins from north Norway grow in cold, clear waters and taste of the nature there, with ‘Mermaids’ vanilla ice cream being one description I’ve heard of their flavour.” For Sloan, his role is the perfect combination of a passion for diving and luxury foods. The green is one of 700 species, 500 million years old, he says:

"The quality starts in the sea – how you pick it up with your hand, how many you have in the net. How you handle it, how you fish it. Going to sea in all sorts of weathers, then seeing the wonderful ways the shells and urchins turn out on restaurant plates – they have changed my life, these beautiful creatures.” Of course, sea urchins are not the only coveted food sourced straight from the Earth’s water; Laesoe salt is considered one of the finest seasonings on offer. Made in Denmark, from the salty groundwater on Roennerne, south of Laesoe island, the island’s dry conditions produce groundwater of up to 15 per cent salinity. Salt has been produced in the area as far back as the Middle Ages and today it is made using the ‘seething’ process, an ancient technique to heat the water in open iron pans until it crystallises. Yielding small quantities, the salt has a gentle taste of minerals in its flavour and is sought after the world over.

“I hand-dive the urchins and shells; every single one has been handpicked and carefully handled by me to ensure they are treated right until the point of delivery.” Roderick ‘Roddie’ Sloan, sea urchin diver

Decadent delights

“Fresh as the day it first fell as snow, the water has virtually no minerals and a light as air taste and texture that enhances the flavour of fine foods and spirits.” Jamal Qureshi, founder and CEO of Svalbarði

Decadent delights

When it comes to the drinking variety of water, there is no shortage of bottled supplies for sale, but one of the most unique and pure forms is Svalbarði Polar Iceberg Water, one of the very few waters in the world sourced from icebergs. Hailing from Norway's Svalbard archipelago at 79° north, it is the world's northernmost bottled water, which founder and CEO, Jamal Qureshi, now collects by chartering an icebreaker with the permission of the Governor of Svalbard and travelling to the icebergs of Kongsfjorden, which is 1,000km from the North Pole. Once W15 tonnes of ice is gathered, it is melted and bottled by hand to "capture the water in its purest form". “The icebergs the water is sourced from are up to 4,000 years old and come from a time long before industrial era pollution,” says Qureshi. “Fresh as the day it first fell as snow, the water has virtually no minerals and a light as air taste and texture that enhances the flavour of fine foods and spirits.”

overall experience that goes beyond the palate, and captures the mind and emotions through an authentic experience centred around provenance.

Sustainably sourced from the Arctic, using only icebergs that would otherwise melt into the sea, the company, whose epicurean product sells at Harrods for £80 a bottle, also works on several initiatives to preserve the polar region. For many of the exclusive foods and drinks on offer to those who can afford them, it is clear why these delicacies are so tempting. Whilst their taste is appealing, it is the added charm of the

A good example of this happens to be one of the world’s most expensive cheeses, and the world’s only moose cheese. Moose House is made from the milk of just three moose – Gullan, Haelga and Juna. Produced by the Johansson family at their 60 acre Älgens House (The Elk House) farm in Sweden, the cheese is produced in extremely small quantities with just 300kg made a year thanks to a short lactation period for moose and an incredibly delicate milking process - each animal produces around 1.3 gallons a day. Three varieties are on offer – rind-style, blue and feta-style – with the cheese said to offer many health benefits, as well as a beautiful flavour, and is supplied to highend Swedish hotels and restaurants for around $500 per pound. Much like many fine food purveyors, it is the methods, with ethical sourcing and preservation at the fore – the antithesis of mass produced food – that gives these exquisite foods their unique identity. They provide a rare mixture of appeal and provenance, and dance like the Devil on our palate.

Previous spread: A hand-dived fresh green sea urchin from North Norway Photo: Karoline O.A. Pettersen This spread: Left: Deep blue glacial ice that has calved from the Kongsfjorden glacier, melting in Norway's Svalbard Middle: Svalbarði Polar Iceberg Water Right: A swedish female Elk grazing near woodland

Heritage is

king A brand founded on passion, precision and craftsmanship, the prestige sportscar manufacturer, Porsche, celebrates the upcoming 70th anniversary of its first model with a Porsche nameplate, the 356/1. Words by Nigel Tisdall

Heritage is king

“In the beginning I looked around but couldn't find the car I dreamed of. So, I decided to build it myself.” Ferry Porsche, son of the legendary Volkswagen Beetle designer Ferdinand Porsche

t is interesting how great brands can be born from the simplest of desires. As Ferry Porsche, son of the legendary Volkswagen Beetle designer Ferdinand Porsche, once explained: “In the beginning I looked around but couldn't find the car I dreamed of. So, I decided to build it myself.” The result was the first automobile to be sold bearing the Porsche name, rolled out from a tiny workshop in the Austrian Alps in June 1948. It bore the modest title ‘Model 356 No.1’ and was a truly revolutionary sports car – small, light and efficient with a curvaceous,

swoon-inducing design. Following that landmark launch, the Porsche 356 has been complemented down the decades by a dazzling motorcade of superlative cars, including the muchloved 911, 718 Boxster and Cayman, Cayenne, Panamera and Macan. Today Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG is both a highly successful German car manufacturer and a global luxury brand, with the family name spread yet further by Porsche Design, founded by Ferry's eldest son Ferdinand Alexander and an independent business, which creates high class accessories and leisurewear including watches, sunglasses, smartphones, shoes and travel luggage.

Left: Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet driving around the Côte d'Azur Above: Ferry Porsche pictured in 1958 alongside Porsche models Type 356 and Type 60

In 2018, there will undoubtedly be a few parties when the company – and the 675 Porsche Clubs spread around the world in over 85 countries – celebrates the 70th anniversary of this iconic marque. If there is a common thread running through such an impressive evolution, it is a core belief in the importance of giving your clients something above and beyond the expected. Until you've tried it, it is hard to appreciate the sheer, life-affirming brilliance of driving a Porsche, just as you get a similar master-of-the-universe kick when you fly by private jet or sail in a state-of-the-art superyacht. For such reasons, the Porsche Ultimate experience was launched this summer, a three-month programme in which clients were invited to rent a brand new high performance Porsche that could be delivered anywhere on the Côte d'Azur – including, thanks to a partnership with Fraser – to your superyacht. Besides getting the chance to get behind the wheel of a Porsche 911 GT3 RS, the brand new 911 GT3, the 911 Turbo S Cabriolet or the new Panamera Turbo, there was also a thrilling choice of adrenaline-pumping circuit experiences that included driving the brand new 911 GT3 Cup race car and the breathtaking 918 Spyder on the Circuit Paul Ricard and tearing around the 24 Heures du Mans track with a Meet & Greet from former F1 racing driver Mark Webber.

Top left: A Porsche being delivered to one of Fraser's yachts as part of the Porsche Ultimate experience Right: Tearing round racetracks as part of the Porsche Ultimate adrenaline-pumping circuit experiences

Top right: Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet in St Tropez Far right: A fleet of Porsche’s luxury Panamera vehicles are available as a shuttle service to Fraser clients at both the Monaco Yacht Show and the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Heritage is king

The Porsche Ultimate experience will return in November 2017, this time in Miami, and a fleet of the company's luxury Panamera vehicles is also available to Fraser clients at both the Monaco Yacht Show and the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. As well as being the world’s leading sports car manufacturer Porsche is also setting the pace in developing electric motors. It´s top-of-theline Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid with its 4.0l V8 engine and the electric motor provides a stunning power output of 680 horsepower. The hybrid models Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and Cayenne S E-Hybrid are powered by a V6 petrol engine coupled to an electric motor. Not only will this cut down on fuel emissions by nearly a quarter, but it also offers a significant saving in fuel. And the new fully electric sportscar Mission E has been announced to be available from 2019. Porsche’s advances in this field is one of the key reasons Fraser chose to partner with them.

“Our two brands are very well matched,” explains Raphael Sauleau, CEO of Fraser. “A Porsche is more than just a vehicle, it is an expression of freedom and a unique attitude to life, just like a yacht is more than a boat.” Raphael Sauleau, CEO of Fraser

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Above: Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet cruising on the French Riviera

yacht service provider, specialising in brokerage, charter, management, new construction and crew services – for the past six years its expert staff have sold more superyachts than any other brokerage worldwide.

Fraser is also in high spirits this year as it celebrates its 70th anniversary. Around the same time that Ferry Porsche was immersed in a heap of spanners, oil cans and technical drawings, over in California a young David Fraser was moving into yacht brokerage after serving in the US Navy. Perhaps it was the mood of rebirth and opportunity following the trauma of World War II that inspired such men to pursue their passions, with little thought where their creations might lead. Porsche AG is now one of the most profitable automotive manufacturers in the world and largest producer of race cars. Fraser is the world’s largest luxury

Neither company has forgotten its roots. Look closely at the Porsche crest that proudly adorns every steering wheel – which was designed by Ferry Porsche in 1952 – and you'll find heraldic symbols and the name Stuttgart that hark back to the southwest German city where his father set up in business in 1931. The silver Fraser logo likewise features the four-masted schooner Anna R. Heidritter, aboard which a teenage David Fraser worked in his summer holidays. It's a useful lesson for anyone wanting to get ahead in this world, on land or sea. Take a good look at where you've come from, then drive full speed into the future.

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s e i r o m e m g n i k a M The owners of 30m M/Y Carlamaria â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a Benetti Tradition â&#x20AC;&#x201C; have spent the last decade perfecting the art of ownership, creating a yacht that is ideally suited to exploring both land and sea and making countless memories along the way. Words by Ellie Brade

making memories

ince her launch in 2008 M/Y Carlamaria has been used extensively by her owners – let’s call them Mr and Mrs C – who describe her as a home from home, to visit all the corners of the Mediterranean. The decision was made to build Carlamaria after the couple were on an archaeological sightseeing cruise around Europe and visited the Croatia Boat Show while on a stop in Split. “I decided then that the only way to do the Med was privately,” says Mr C.

pay a visit each time we are in Venice.” It was a day Mrs C will never forget. “How romantic is he? It was so special, the whole day and having the children there really blindsided me,” she says. “It goes without saying I will always remember my fiftieth.” With their decade of ownership having got off to such a good start, that first special day was just the beginning.

Other favourite memories have included watching hundreds of sunsets, hijinks with grandchildren, taking the Magazzu tender up the Grand Canal in Venice, waking up and seeing the Temple of Poseidon on Cape Sounion in Greece, cruising the Corinth Canal and riding the Harley in Ithaca in search of Ulysses’ palace. “It is not so much the place for me but the moment,” says Mrs C.

Since the day she was launched, Carlamaria has been an incredibly special boat for the couple, with the delivery day itself proving particularly unique. After the couple had commissioned the yacht Mr C had hatched a secret plan to try and get the boat ready for delivery on the 1 April, Mrs C’s 50th birthday. “On the morning of Mrs C’s birthday, we were in Italy and drove to Venice, got off the water taxi at San Zaccaria and there she was, Carlamaria, on the Riva degli Schiavoni, right on the Grand Canal,” he says. But the surprise didn’t end there. Mr C had made up a story that they needed to meet with Benetti for a formal lunch and persuaded a slightly reluctant Mrs C to come along. “We arrived at San Salvador Church along the Merceria and while she asked why we were entering the church, I simply guided her in,” says Mr C. “Our children were there from Sydney, as were assorted friends and people from Benetti who helped with the build and have since become wonderful friends. We then proceeded to renew our vows in this lovely little church, to which we now

Far left: A bird’s-eye view of Carlamaria and her catalogue of water toys Above: Carlamaria’s land-based fleet of vehicles includes a Harley Davidson Left: The owners chose the yacht for its traditional styling

Part of the reason behind their true enjoyment of the yacht has been the couple’s establishment of their own way of onboard living. “We treat the boat like a home,” explains Mrs C. “We both leave personal items on board, so that it isn’t in any way like arriving in a hotel and living out of a suitcase.” For this reason, the couple never considered chartering the yacht, keeping it strictly private. “It took a bit of fine tuning but we now restrict crew from entering ‘our’ space unless asked so that our privacy is maintained,” says Mrs C. “I cook in the galley for myself and my husband but make sure that the crew always get a slice of the cake when I bake one… I suspect that our attitude is a lot more relaxed than other yacht owners might be.” With the yacht an important part of family life the C’s have taken great care in keeping her in peak condition. “I take a lot of pride in how well Carlamaria is maintained which I believe is very apparent when you see the yacht considering she is going on 10 years now,” says Mr C. “I have a ‘like new’ philosophy.”

Top left: Al fresco dining on board Carlamaria Left: Carlamaria’s Magazzu tender Right: The outdoor spaces on offer are favourite spots for both Mr and Mrs C

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“If your vessel is too big you cannot have access to many of the boutique ports, which in many cases are tiny jewels; while being at anchor is fantastic, because of her size we have snuck into many a tight place for perfect shelter.” Mr C, Owner of Carlamaria

Careful thought went into her design, based on the couple’s plans to discover the best of the Mediterranean. “She is the perfect size for us as it enables us to have the best of both worlds,” says Mr C. “If your vessel is too big you cannot have access to many of the boutique ports, which in many cases are tiny jewels; while being at anchor is fantastic, because of her size we have snuck into many a tight place for perfect shelter from those winds and prying eyes.” The couple chose the yacht for its traditional styling, also appreciating the outdoor spaces on offer with the upper deck a favourite spot for both Mr and Mrs C. “For day-to-day enjoyment for me there is nothing like soaking up the Mediterranean sun on the sun deck whilst at anchor,” says Mr C.

One secret to Carlamaria proving such an enjoyable platform for exploration is her land-based fleet of vehicles, including a Jeep and a Harley Davidson, to use in complement to the yacht. Their use was prompted by the couple’s mutual passion for archaeology and ancient history. “We knew that having the boat without land transport would prove problematic in getting to some of these ruins, which can be very remote,” says Mr C. “I love riding motorcycles and I knew that a motorcycle would be perfect for this; my wife enjoys jumping on the back of the Harley too, though sometimes the Jeep is the better option.”

“We have also used the Jeep when there has been a long sail time and the road trip would be more interesting… it allows you to explore the land and sea of each destination on your itinerary.” Mr C, Owner of Carlamaria

making memories

In addition to exploring, the Jeep has also proved a useful asset for crew in the day-to-day running of the yacht. “I would strongly recommend an owner have a car to follow their vessel around,” adds Mr C. “We have also used the Jeep when there has been a long sail time and the road trip would be more interesting… it allows you to explore the land and sea of each destination on your itinerary.” When planning where to visit each year the main tactic was to cover one of the Mediterranean countries extensively, spending an average of four months a year on board. Of the many places they have visited, Sicily is a favourite for both Mr and Mrs C. “Sicily has beautiful scenery on land and on the water which is perfect for the way we have set up Carlamaria with the Jeep and Harley,” says Mr C. “It also caters to our passion for ancient architecture and ancient structures.”

Opposite page: Top: The land-based Jeep allows the owners to explore each destination on their itinerary Bottom: Carlamaria is the ideal size for dropping anchor in boutique ports

This page: Top: The aft deck dining area Bottom: The owners treat the yacht like home, restricting crew from entering ‘their’ space

With countless memories in the bank, the couple feel they have truly done the Mediterranean properly and are content with their adventures to date. “While there is nowhere I still feel a strong urge to see, I would happily go back to many of the places I have been to already,” says Mrs C. That decision back in Split to build a yacht of their own proved to be a truly fortuitous one. “There have been so many special moments.”

Carlamaria FOR SALE Length: 30.48m/100'00" Built: 2008 Guests: 4 staterooms/8 guests Price: ¤4,250,000 yachtsales@fraseryachts.com

Into deep the

We know more about the surface of the moon than the bottom of our oceans, but given the advances in submarine technology, this final frontier has become too irresistible for superyacht owners to ignore. Words by Juliet Benning

ut of the darkness a giant squid, the first ever captured on film, is illuminated against the inky background. From within the Triton submarine, down at 930m, the mood is jubilant, each undersea visitor revelling in the significance of the moment. Now a must-have accessory for the curious superyacht owner, interest levels in submarines is rising in tandem with the exploding expedition yacht market. Experienced sub operator Rob McCallum of EYOS Expeditions, is on the front line: “We’re seeing more people getting quality time out of the board room and spending it with family in lesser known parts of the planet.” Naturally these intrepid souls are kitting their yachts out with the robust tools for adventure. The modern submarine has come a long way from its leaky and claustrophobic ancestors, and confidence in the sector is growing. “Modern submarines are so comfortable and there’s so much room. They’re simply amazing machines,” says McCallum.

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“Our submersibles are designed for depths of up to 100m – flying over reefs and interacting with animals.” Karen Hawkes, DeepFlight

Another driver of the submarine market is the desire for ultra-high net worth individuals to invest in experiences rather than physical possessions, and this is especially true of the new generation of owners. Recreational time is cherished, with many owners aware of the fragility of the oceans and wanting to see as much as they can while they are healthy, young, and before environmental damage takes its toll. McCallum explains that there are three types of owners attracted to submarines: the first dive close to the surface, no deeper than 100m, and are likely to be drinking champagne whilst doing it; the second are motivated by exploration, looking to dive between 500 and 1,000m, beyond the ‘twilight zone’ layer and into the darkness; the third will be motivated by science and dive further than 1,000m. Florida-based Triton is at the forefront of submarine development and manufactures the deepest diving acrylic pressure hull submersibles in

the world. Staff members have built over 80 submarines between them over the years and, with Triton, have now delivered 13 of these to superyachts. In February, Fraser announced the sale of two new construction 1,000m Triton 3300/3 submersibles. Overseen by Fraser brokers Liz Howard and Jan Jaap Minnema, the sale highlighted Fraser’s long standing collaboration with Triton, its ability to diversify, and expert knowledge in submarine manufacturers. “Fraser is one of the brokers we work most closely with,” says Triton’s Louise Harrison. Minnema predicts that smaller yachts will soon be carrying submersibles too, adding that “the market is still small, but certainly growing”. In future, we’re likely to see multiple occupancy submersibles for up to nine passengers with more conveniences on board. DeepFlight, U-Boat Worx and SEAmagine are other submersible manufacturers on the radars of superyacht owners.

This spread: Top: Deepflight submersibles are designed for depths of up to 100m Above: Triton 7500 Top Right: U-Boat Worx 2500

Previous spread: Triton 3300/3 submersible on a wreck dive

Right: Tom Perkins’ Triton submersible, now available to guests at his private Fiji resort of Laucala Island

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“With many wonders of the ocean suffering under the impact of climate change, we see that people would like to visit these places before they are gone.” Roy de Boer, U-Boat Worx Head of Marketing and Communications

However, not everyone is obsessed with getting deeper as Karen Hawkes of DeepFlight explains: “Our submersibles are designed for depths of up to 100m – flying over reefs and interacting with animals.” Hawkes says these submersibles are unique in that they do not dive like others, but fly through the water at speed. DeepFlight submarines captured the imagination of famous venture capitalist Tom Perkins, who kept one on board sailing yacht S/Y Maltese Falcon, later transferring it to his next boat, M/Y Dr No – a yacht designed for underwater exploration. The submarine

is now available to guests at his Fiji resort of Laucala Island. Netherlands-based U-Boat Worx also manufactures acrylic hull submersibles and has an eye on the delicate ecology of the oceans. “With many wonders of the ocean suffering under the impact of climate change, we see that people would like to visit these places before they are gone,” says head of marketing and communications, Roy de Boer. It supplied the submarine on board 77.4m expedition yacht M/Y Legend, represented for sale by Fraser. For most of these submersibles, neutral buoyancy is a vital component, ensuring that the vessel can be properly controlled in the water. Acrylic pressure hulls that have significant operational safety margins are a huge security factor. The innovation in this material is one of the drivers in submersibles being able to dive ever deeper. Once submerged, the large spherical bubbles seem to disappear, allowing passengers to feel at one with the sea. This is because the acrylic used has almost the same refractive index as sea water. McCallum says that Triton’s advantage lies in its access to the finest available acrylic for its hulls, providing the greatest strength and best optical quality on the market. The average depth of the ocean floor is 4,000m and 95 per cent of it has never been explored. “Once you dive to 500m and further you are likely to discover new species on every trip,” McCallum enthuses. Triton is constantly developing new types of submersibles in this sector, but Harrison is disinclined to reveal more details, saying only, “watch this space”. Competition and secrecy are big factors in the sector, but one gets the distinct impression Triton will unveil something exciting in the near future.

“When you consider how little of the ocean has been explored, you realise that we really are dealing with the final frontier.” Rob McCallum, EYOS Expeditions Sub Operator

Legend The Mariana Trench, in the Western Pacific, East of the Philippines, is the deepest part of the ocean at 10,994m. More men have walked on the moon than reached this dark and freezing cold canyon. If Mount Everest were dropped into the Mariana Trench, its peak would still be more than 1.6km underwater. Slightly less daunting, but as much a life-changing experience, is the dive to visit the wreck of the RMS Titanic, which McCallum has piloted on many occasions. It takes two hours of descent to reach the wreck and then it’s explored for eight to ten hours.

“Many of the clients we took down were people of modest means who had a family connection to the ship,” McCallum explains. “When you consider how little of the ocean has been explored, you realise that we really are dealing with the final frontier,” he adds. In comparison to the crowded and popular Mediterranean, what could be more tempting for those with a sense of independence and spirit of adventure?

for sale Length: 77.4m/253’11” Built/Refit: 1974/2015 Guests: 13 staterooms/26 guests Price: ¤46,500,000 yachtsales@fraseryachts.com

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Breaking For serial builder and adventure charter pioneer, Jan Verkerk, far-flung exploration is as much about serious business as it is a love of expedition cruising. Words by Julia Zaltzman

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hen it comes to lifetime adventures off the beaten track, “preparation is key”, says multiple yacht owner Jan Verkerk, the mastermind behind extreme superyacht charters. “You need to make sure you don’t encounter technical problems, and I mean more than just having spare parts; research the weather, the location, and know what to expect. There’s no point organising a snow mobile expedition to Antarctica if

you can’t get the snow mobiles ashore.” For Verkerk, adventure is what life is all about. “I’ve always loved sailing and cruising motor yachts,” he reminisces. “My first adventure was in 1986 on board a 20m motor yacht, and that’s when I really discovered the Mediterranean.” Since then, Verkerk has gone on to pioneer exploration charters, taking his guests to some of the most remote places on Earth, from Panama to

Patagonia. An experienced captain and engineer, his first foray into yacht charters was with motor yacht M/Y Jaguar, a 38.10m custom build by Haak. “Jaguar was my first megayacht, and we were really successful chartering her out, but it became quite hard to make proper money. It soon became clear that we had two options – build a bigger boat, or stop the business. So, we decided to sell Jaguar and built M/Y Sherakhan.” 63

At 69.65m, Sherakhan is a luxurious yacht. Boasting a spacious interior, including a glass-bottom Jacuzzi and 12 literary-themed cabins, she offers comfort and style encapsulated in a tough navy and white exterior. “Sherakhan has been a very successful charter yacht from day one,” says Verkerk. “The original idea was to build a boat that could accommodate

more than 20 guests and be chartered worldwide. She quickly built a reputation for going off the beaten track and being a lifetime adventure yacht, which she still is.” Currently available in the more traditional cruising areas of the Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas, Sherakhan is more at home clocking

up nautical miles cruising to far-flung places, such as Antarctica, Greenland, French Polynesia and Asia. “With respect, it’s easy to plan a charter in the Mediterranean,” says Verkerk, “but Sherakhan offers a complete adventure, for both guests and crew.” Having made his money in the hospitality sector, Verkerk is acutely aware of the importance of creating a fun and relaxed environment for guests. It requires a well-maintained vessel, a happy crew and the ability to respond quickly to meet guests’ expectations. Indeed, the latter is what led the serial builder to his next project. Despite Sherakhan being more than capable of cruising to Antarctica, Verkerk discovered his guests weren’t as convinced. “We found that many guests look at Sherakhan and fear that she’s too much of a summer boat and not strong enough for that sort of adventure,” he says. “People really want their adventure boat to look like a ‘he’ and not a ‘she’. It must offer comfort but give the feeling that you are in safe hands, and that was the reason we built Legend – to go to the Poles.”

Breaking the waves

“People really want their adventure boat to look like a ‘he’ and not a ‘she’. It must offer comfort but give the feeling that you are in safe hands, and that was the reason we built Legend – to go to the Poles.” Jan Verkerk, multiple yacht owner

At 77.4m Legend is only a few metres longer than Sherakhan, but she is a very different yacht altogether. Delivered in summer 2016 after a 12-month refit at Icon Yachts in the Netherlands, Legend first began life in 1974 as an icebreaking tug from Dutch yard IHC Verschure serving in the Soviet merchant marine for 26 years. Later, she was converted into a yacht – Giant – from 1999-2003, before being laid up in 2005. In 2014, she was discovered by Verkerk. “I wanted to build a boat like Legend even before we built Jaguar or Sherakhan,” he says. “With Legend, it was a 70 per cent refit, but the main thing is that she is an icebreaker. A fully classified Class 1 ice-breaking ship – and that is a big difference.” Giant arrived at Icon yachts in 2014 with a canoe stern, a red hull and soft yellow

superstructure. Despite her structure being safe and solid, drastic changes were required. Work began to extend the stern by nearly 4m, restyle the exterior profile with Diana Yacht Design, and completely refit the interior. The bulwarks were transformed to match the new stern, her 6.4m draught is nearly twice as deep as many yachts her length, and numerous painstaking structural ‘tweaks’ have been carried out to correct previous design indiscretions, picked up thanks to today’s technology of 3D scanning. The large salons on the aft part of the ship were completely misaligned, which meant the aft side had to be raised by 250mm to correct the sheer line. Windows were misaligned or too low so it was hard to enjoy the views, stairs were uncomfortable to negotiate, and decks had camber in the wrong direction.

Previous spread: 77.4m ice-breaker Legend This spread: Top left: Sherakhan ventures through the world's remotest oceans with ease Left: An al fresco Jacuzzi on board Legend Above: Legend preparing for the next day ahead at sunset

For Verkerk, relaxation comes in the form of sailing, his love of cars and motorbikes, and down-time at his beautiful house in the Netherlands located within a small nature park. But in terms of business, he believes expedition cruises and cold water charters are only set to become even more popular: “People want to have the safety of a yacht, but to have luxury with it. If you’ve spent the past four or five years cruising in the Med, and you want to share something truly special with your family, then you go to Antarctica, or go heli-skiing in Greenland, or visit the Northwest Passage. That way it’s a new adventure, it’s great for family bonding, and you have a real chance to see something utterly beautiful.”

Most significantly, Legend was, like Sherakhan, re-classed under SOLAS and Passenger Yacht regulations. “When you build a large passenger ship like that you need to have a lot of regulations, steel workers, and many things need to be changed to comply with the new rules,” says Verkerk. “We really succeeded in that – the boat is strong and looks good, all of which helps to get her chartered out.” The conversion was realised in record time, winning Best Rebuild Project at the World Superyacht Awards in 2017. Powerful yet sublime in style, she boasts 13 staterooms accommodating up to 26 guests in luxury (rather than the previous 12), including a Master suite, two VIP suites, four double staterooms and six convertible staterooms. With a 7,640nm range, certified heli-pad, 3-man submarine and an ice-breaking hull, she can venture through the world's remotest oceans. She is also capable of carrying up to 19 crew, plus a 10-expedition crew that includes an ice-pilot, expedition leaders and a doctor. Always keen to keep

pushing the charter boundaries, Verkerk believes her potential for research exploration could be imminent: “I think that will finally happen, and probably very soon. We can almost provide the same as what a full research vessel can do, just with a bit more luxury. We also give special charter rates for five to six month charters, to enable this kind of thing.” For many however, Legend serves to make distant dreams reality. Since her completion in June 2016, she has cruised to the Baltic, Rotterdam, chartered in the Med, cruised back to Rotterdam, Antarctica, the Caribbean and Greenland – “she’s travelled from North to South twice already,” enthuses Verkerk. And her expeditions are set to continue, with her itinerary for the next year and a half already planned, and guests who undertook a summer charter all having made enquiries for the winter season. “After the Monaco Yacht Show, where she will be on display, she’s heading to Antarctica, Patagonia, North of Norway, Iceland, Greenland, Canada via the Northwest Passage, and then the Sea of Cortez,” he explains.

Breaking the waves

Sherakhan FOR SALE Length: 69.65m/228' 06" Built/Refit: 1965/2014 Guests: 13 staterooms/26 guests Price: ¤24,500,000 yachtsales@fraseryachts.com

Legend for sale Length: 77.4m/253' 11" Built/Refit: 1974/2015 Guests: 13 staterooms/26 guests Price: ¤46,500,000 yachtsales@fraseryachts.com

Top left: A white grand piano on board Legend Above: Legend’s Spa Sentosa Left: Generous dining on board Sherakhan

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YOUR WORLD ABOVE THE WORLD

Serenity by Berndnaut Smilde

Moral fibre With around 21 billion tonnes of clothing ending up in global landfills annually, and a staggering eight million tonnes of plastic dumped into the oceans each year, it’s little surprise that compostable couture and sustainable fashion is fast becoming big business. Words by Julia Zaltzman

Creative activism – using the arts to advocate issues - is not only an effective way to raise awareness, but it’s become the moniker for clothing labels, brands and celebrities who want to make a change. As the second-most-polluting industry in the world, just behind oil, the fashion business is building a bridge to a whole new set of fabrics that go beyond the polyesters and synthetics of previous generations to find solutions that are both eco-friendly and fashion-forward. We’re not talking organic cotton tees and slouchy hemp trousers that, despite being consciously manufactured, struggle to gain traction amongst young fashionistas. Instead, it’s high profile couture designers and global sporting brands that are putting clout behind the issue, and gaining celebrity endorsements. One such champion of sustainable fashion, Emma Watson, is known for her eco-minded red carpet attire. Her custom-made Louis Vuitton fabric dress designed by Nicolas Ghesquiere for the 2017 Beauty and the Beast press tour was made from recycled polyester by Newlife Yarns, an Italian organisation that creates filaments from waste plastic bottles, while her gown for

the 2016 Met Gala, a collaboration by Calvin Klein and Eco Age, was crafted from three different fabrics, all woven from yarns made from recycled plastic bottles. “Plastic is one of the biggest pollutants on the planet,” Tweeted Watson. “Being able to repurpose this waste and incorporate it into my gown for the #MetGala proves the power that creativity, technology and fashion can have by working together.”

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With denim still trending high on the fashion stakes each season, more sustainable options keep making their way to the fore. Lenzig of Austria, one of the go-to suppliers for environmentally conscious brands prized for its ‘closed loop’ production cycle, converts the pulp from sustainably harvested eucalyptus trees to produce ‘Tencel’, a wood-based fibre favoured by labels such as DSTLD. The urbanites’ brand of choice uses the completely biodegradable fibre to make its hip-hugging, low-rise skinny jeans, as sported by the likes of Kendall Jenner. Highly breathable, much softer than cotton, and far less prone to wrinkling, the only downside is that Tencel is not as widely available as cotton and can cost twice as much, but that’s not deterring a host of other brands from adopting the botanic fibre. In the 21st century, a time of mass consumption and disposable convenience now known as the Plastic Age, sustainable clothing is, finally, seen as a desirable option. Initiatives, such as Parley for the Oceans - an organisation that sources up to 120 tonnes of plastic pollution from the seas each month and turns the waste into filaments - is awash with designer labels looking to launch sustainable lines.

British fashion designer Stella McCartney is no stranger to eco fashion, having introduced a range of pumps and boots in 2012 which featured soles made from Apinat, a biodegradable thermoplastic derived from natural and renewable raw materials. She has a well-documented history for pioneering vegetarian fashion – no leather, skins, fur or feathers – without compromising on style, and in June 2017, she announced her second project with Parley, called Ocean Legends, which will see her label use upcycled marine plastic instead of woven or recycled polyester. Each piece in the collection will be dedicated to pioneers of the ocean movement as a “symbol of recognition”. The first, which will commemorate Greenpeace co-founder Paul Watson, is an update on her existing Falabella Go backpack, this time made from recycled polyester fabric salvaged from the sea, and featuring Sea Shepherd badges, also made from ocean plastic. Most significantly, McCartney says it won't be obvious that the bag is part of her Parley collaboration, and buyers probably won't know unless they read the tag.

Left: Emma Watson wearing a Louis Vuitton dress designed by Nicolas Ghesquière Top left: Stella McCartney and Adidas’ Parley Ultra Boost X trainers made from ocean plastic Photo: Parley for the Oceans

Top right: Accumulating plastic waste washing up on the Maldives Photo: Christian Miller/ Parley for the Oceans Above: Children walk along a litter strewn beach Photo: Jason Childs/ Parley for the Oceans

“It’s no longer just about raising awareness, it’s about taking action and implementing strategies that can end the cycle of plastic pollution for good.” Cyrill Gutsch, founder of Parley for the Oceans

Since it first partnered with Parley in 2015, Adidas has been set on transforming marine plastic pollution into high performance sportswear. It collaborated with Stella McCartney to launch three new versions of its UltraBoost trainer made from recycled fishing nets and plastic debris collected from the seas. The knitted upper section was made from 95 per cent ocean plastic and five per cent recycled polyester, while the rest of the trainer was formed using waste plastic collected from around the Maldives where the government is working with Parley to extract plastic waste from its waters. At a price of £178 (¤200), the shoes, which each contained 11 plastic bottles, featured a unique design inspired by the ocean’s movement; a green wave pattern created from recycled grill net and recycled into the fibre. In a bid to keep innovating, in February 2017, Adidas launched its new swimwear range. Made from waste deposited in coastal areas, the ocean plastic is converted into a technical yarn fibre

named Econyl, which offers the same properties as regular nylon. According to Adidas design director Roger Hahn, over one thousand swimsuits can be made from just a single large fishing net, and the material is just as “cutting-edge as its polyester counterparts”. Now, the iconic German sporting brand is entering the realm of superheroes, with the launch of its 100 per cent biodegradable (in a fully natural process) Futurecraft Biofabric shoes. Woven from high-performance synthetic spider silk, which is grown in a lab by German start-up AMSilk, the ‘Biosteel’ is 15 per cent lighter than Adidas’ usual trainer fabrics, and has the potential to be the strongest fully natural material available. Also spinning a sustainable fashion web is North Face, which has collaborated with Japanese company Spiber to craft a Moon Parka from its version of the material (retailing at $1,000 (£810)), and outdoor clothing giant Patagonia is working with California-based start-up Bolt Threads to produce its own highperformance jacket.

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Commenting on the launch of its Futurecraft Biofabric shoe, James Carnes, vice president of strategy creation at Adidas, said: “This concept represents premium innovation. By using Biosteel fibre in our products, we have achieved an unrivalled level of sustainability. We are moving beyond closed loop and into an infinite loop – or even no loop at all. This is a pioneering stride forward beyond sustainability into a new territory of bionic innovation.” Adidas’ commitment to sustainability is undeniable, but it is not alone in the sporting arena. Nike released a football kit in 2012 made from recycled plastic bottles, while Puma leveraged the power of its strapline ‘nothing left behind’ with its InCycle track jacket, derived from post-consumer plastic bottles. At the end of its useful life, the jacket can revert into polyester granulate, which then serves as a secondary raw material for future products. Its use of ‘clever raw materials’ also extends to the Puma InCycle ‘Basket’, a biodegradable trainer made of a blend of organic cotton, linen, and Apinat, the same bio-plastic used by McCartney.

collections that include distressed jeans, denim jackets, hoodies, coats, T-shirts and tank tops, the clothing line claims that in its three seasons, the equivalent of two million plastic containers have been recovered from ocean coastlines around the world. The pieces contain thread spun by Bionic Yarn, a New York-based company (co-founded by Pharrell) that takes materials such as plastic bottles and recovered ocean plastic, breaks them down into chips and shreds them into fibres.

“It’s no longer just about raising awareness,” said Cyrill Gutsch, founder of Parley for the Oceans. “It’s about taking action and implementing strategies that can end the cycle of plastic pollution for good. Eco innovation is an open playing field.”

Tackling two pressing environmental issues at the same time – textile waste and ocean plastic – eleven-time world surfing champion, Kelly Slater's menswear label, Outerknown, also tackles matters head on. Featuring board shorts and jackets, the brand’s Evolution series includes a line of 100 per cent recyclable clothing made from Econyl, a new type of nylon yarn that's made from old nets, carpet and other nylon waste, which can again be broken down and re-born into new yarn without any loss of quality.

Gutsch’s Parley army continues to grow, this time with a collaboration between heavy-hitters G-Star RAW and singer-songwriter Pharrell Williams. Aptly named RAW for the Oceans, the business transforms recycled ocean plastic into the world’s first recycled plastic denim. Releasing unisex

“I created Outerknown to smash the formula," said Slater, who parted ways with long-time sponsor Quiksilver to launch Outerknown in 2015. “To lift the lid on the traditional supply chain, and prove that you can actually produce great looking menswear in a sustainable way.”

Top Left: Cyrill Gutsch, founder of Parley for the Oceans Photo: Parley for the Oceans Left: Adidas Ultra Boost recycled trainer Photo: Parley for the Oceans

Top: Plastic rubbish being collected from the sea Photo: RICI/Parley for the Oceans Above: Parley for the Oceans Adidas logo

INTELLIGENT ACQUISITION A collection of articles that celebrate artisanal skill, unparalleled expertise and exceptional beauty by showcasing some of the most highly skilled craftsmen, fashionable handmade objets d'art and accomplished designers and artists the world over. Words by Julia Zaltzman

Blades of glory

riginally founded by former competitive downhill skier Alessandro Marchi from a small village in Northeast Italy between the Adriatic Sea and the Austrian Alps, Foil Skis are the epitome of ‘high performance art’. Each bespoke pair is a blend of precision, performance, beauty and craftsmanship, effortlessly maintaining its global reputation as the connoisseur’s blade of choice. Joined in 2014 by award-winning designer, artist and competitive alpine skier, Andreas Pichler, the brand is today unsurpassed in its commitment to

deliver tailor-made perfection. With valuable input from a team of master craftsmen, designers and athletes, each pair of Foils instantly communicates with its owner in terms of lightness, strength, stability and flotation. From telemark to slalom, freeriding to mountaineering, each model is the result of intense research and a labour of love. Responsible for the creative vision behind Foils, for Pichler, the starting point when conceiving a new pair of skis is to understand how the owner intends to use the skis. This in turn determines the technical considerations

and requirements, and from there he designs the shape, finalises construction, and produces an “exquisite ski made specifically to their specifications”. Every Foil ski is custom made to fit a client’s abilities and aesthetic preferences, from one of two basic forms: the Classico all-mountain ski and the Riserva, a World Cup–inspired racing model designed for precision turning. These two models are, says Pilcher, the true embodiment of the brand’s quest for ‘perfection on snow’.

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“It is the process of manufacturing that causes the biggest differentiation from the rest,” he says. “The selection of the materials, the precise combinations and the proper time given to both the blending and pressing processes are what allows the ski to perform at its best. I tried to create two models that are, on the one hand, very stable but easy to ride and, on the other, provide a well-balanced degree of feedback." All Foil skis feature bamboo sidewalls reinforced with stainless steel enveloping a core of ash wood, paulownia, and fiberglass, but the special edition Oro-Nero ups the ante, made with 8,000-year-old certified Bog Oak combined with 14 karat gold plated bindings, poles and inlays. “We use only the highest quality materials from specialised providers in a ‘sandwichconstruction format’,” says Pilcher. “We use stainless steel edges and a nano-graphite race base plus various layers of Titanal, fiberglass, a custom designed woodcore and rubber parts for dampening. We also put a great deal of effort and expense into the selection of our wooden top layers and high gloss surfaces.

Working together with master craftsmen in the metal plating industry in addition to goldsmiths who form and finish the metal parts such as binding, poles, initials and custom features, Foil also works closely with the finest Italian leather craftsmen, who hand-sew the bespoke travel bags and leather parts. All the main components, such as the woodcores, bindings, and topsheets are also handmade. Taking up to six months to construct a pair of skis from scratch, the most timeconsuming part is, says Pilcher, the testing and adjusting phase to tune the performance of the ski until he is fully satisfied. “Skiing is a very subjective sport and everyone prefers different conditions, speeds, and slopes,” he explains. “It is not exclusively about performance; I try to cause feelings and emotions and provide our customers with skis that feel exceptional and allow them to enjoy nature, family, and friends all the while experiencing effortless joy on snow.” Costing between $25,000 to $60,000 for the complete package, which includes skis, bindings, poles and a leather travel bag, Foil also offers the exclusive ‘Design your Foil’ experience, whereby clients get to co-create their own design, and harness the in-house creative and technical expertise. Over ten years of intense analysis, development and testing has gone into Foil skis with only one goal in mind: to create a ski of World Cup performance, in perfect balance with the body, in harmony with nature and one that aesthetically celebrates the timeless beauty of skiing. But, true to form, Pilcher is not content to rest on his laurels: “We believe that there’s always room for improvement, so we are constantly on the lookout for new bespoke materials that will also enhance performance, durability and satisfaction.”

Left: Foil’s special edition OroNero made with 8,000-year-old certified Bog Oak combined with 14 karat gold plated bindings Top right: The finest Italian leather craftsmen hand-sew the bespoke leather parts Above: All Foil skis feature bamboo sidewalls reinforced with stainless steel enveloping a core of ash wood, paulownia, and fiberglass

From earth to plate

A Taking the simplest of ingredients and transforming them with precision and skill to the most elegant of porcelain art forms is the signature style of French heritage brand, J.L Coquet.

esthetics, perfection, and the ‘Made in Limoges’ stamp – that’s what people are looking for when they buy a piece of J.L Coquet decorated porcelain, says chief executive Christian Le Page, who took over the family business in 2007, along with its 99 employees. First established in 1824, just a few miles from the renowned French city of Limoges, the historical brand has, for decades, been creating and manufacturing the purest, most translucent, and delicate porcelain tableware in the world, and remains today a symbol of artisanal quality, French heritage, and innovation. “With each day comes new research,” says Le Page, “innovation is one of our key priorities. We rely on new technologies for support, such as 3D printing, but we also use these new technologies within the development of our decorative lithophany. JL Coquet is the first and only company to develop lithophany in an innovative way.”

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Lithophany - the process of impressing porcelain objects, such as lamp bases, with figures that become translucent when light is placed within or behind them - is a calling card of the historical town of Limoges, also known for its medieval and Renaissance enamels on copper, and 19th century porcelain. Requiring extreme precision of the hand, and a highly specific porcelain paste thickness, J.L Coquet has mastered the fine art, and is now able to reproduce any image in lithophany, backlit with LEDs.

then refined for several weeks in cellars at the Limoges factory. This is followed by the shaping of pieces, first baked and then enamelled by hand, before being annealed (heated and cooled slowly) at 1400°C for fifteen hours. The pieces are then decorated, either with ‘chromos’ made in J.L Coquet’s silkscreen workshop, with gold and platinum inlays, or adorned with hand-painted precious materials.

French designer Pierre Tachon, but the recent capsule collection designed by yacht decorator Achille Salvagni, entitled Lutèce, takes the brand’s iconic Hémisphère collection as its starting point, reinvigorating it with his own distinctive signature style, says Le Page: “He took up the timeless codes and the creative essence of the original Hémisphère design, to which he brought a personal and sophisticated vision.”

The factory was first built on the banks of the Vienne, near kaolin clay quarries and the forests of Limousin. Relying on hydropower and wood as fuel until the middle of the 20th century, the focus was put on the economic development of the factory’s porcelain. Skills and traditions have been handed down through generations, with some employees having worked at the factory for 40 years. Incorporating 20 different trades, practiced with passion by 60 specialised craftsmen – from modelling, calibrating, and colouring, to finishing, spinning, enamelling, and stamping – these crafts are incorporated into the manufacture of each and every piece.

It’s slow and meticulous work, but it is customer demand that is driving the choice of materials, the use of exclusive hand-craftsmanship, and a level of precision in all stages of production, says Le Page. Exporting to over 40 countries, its custom-made porcelain works have been commissioned in place of classic presentation dishes for the tables of Le Jules Verne restaurant inside the Eiffel Tower led by head chef Alain Ducasse, as well as his Le Louis XV restaurant in Monaco, and his two Michelin-starred Le Meurice in Paris. “Every day, our craftsmen carry out to an exceptional standard the 15 stages required to make one piece of our premium porcelain,” says Le Page. Made using kaolin (white clay, which brings plasticity), quartz (the main component of glass and crystal) and feldspar (a sedimentary mineral that allows the fusion of kaolin and quartz), the paste is

Pairing as works of art in a world of modern convenience, most pieces are even dishwasher proof, while a range commissioned specifically for superyachts and aviation incorporate discrete magnets within their base to ensure stability. Other pairings have included the couturier Kenzo, and

Far left: The capsule collection designed by yacht decorator Achille Salvagni, entitled Lutèce Top: J.L Coquet’s iconic Hémisphère collection Left: Craftsmen carry out to an exceptional standard the 15 stages required to make one piece of premium porcelain

Steeped in tradition The ceremonial preparation and presentation of tea is a long-standing cultural tradition that resonates the world over, but the arrival of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first tea humidor elevates the aesthetic appeal of tea to a whole new artisanal level.

collectable objet dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;art prized by tea lovers, aesthetes and connoisseurs with an appreciation for design and rare craftsmanship, the Lotusier tea humidor is exceptional in every way. Conceived for the storage of a variety of fine teas in optimal conditions, it is handmade from the finest woods and materials, sensitively and responsibly sourced, and draws on the highest European artisanal skills and traditions. The brainchild of Ă&#x2026;sa Eriksson-Ahuja, a Swedish-born London-based entrepreneur, and born of a personal passion for tea, each humidor takes, on average, between 10-12 weeks to craft and assemble, depending largely on the intricacy of the external design and marquetry; some designs have over 600 individual hand-cut wood veneer pieces,

which need to be carefully coordinated by colour, grain and shape. Containing over 20 distinct components, handcrafted in 12 workshops, across four European countries, the humidor showcases the work of multiple skilled artisans. Specially designed to promote the beauty of tea whilst preserving its flavours and qualities, it opens to reveal innovatively-designed handblown crystal containers that form the hub of an elegant humidification system. The crystal containers - skirted with very fine silicone - offer solid air-tight protection from exposure to light, air and odours, while an advanced two-way humidity control enables the user to add or remove humidity effectively for up to six teas, all individually housed in one humidor.

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“A wide range of technical experts and craftsmen have been consulted and commissioned during the development of the humidors - from Swiss hinge makers to the weavers of silk tassels,” says Eriksson-Ahuja. “The Germanmade instruments that record the humidity and temperature inside the humidor – four to six hygrometers and a thermometer – were finely calibrated and purpose-made to the highest specifications; they were specially commissioned for us.” With “precious few limitations” when it comes to customisation, a particularly striking special commission is the limited edition ‘Noire’ tea humidor (25 pieces only), which was solicited by American Express, exclusively for its Centurion card members. “The design is in a refined sunbeam pattern, crafted from 54 carefully curated pieces of midnightblack sycamore wood, with the option of artfully inscribing each owner’s initials in silver foil,” explains Eriksson-Ahuja.

For the external body, a variety of finely grained woods, such as sycamore and Tanganyika, are used, many of which are dyed especially for Lotusier, and all of which are responsibly sourced. On the inside, in addition to the crystal containers, there are refined metallurgy pieces in both food-safe chrome and stainless steel, while the humidor key is decorated with tassels made from strands of natural Indian silk.

Far Left: The Andalus collection Left: The Cha Jing collection Below: The Saicho collection

When it comes to customer appeal, Eriksson-Ahuja is in little doubt: “People want a technically sophisticated device that will protect and preserve the nuanced flavours and aromas of tea for longer than other available methods. They also want a visually stunning piece that resonates with their aesthetic sensibilities – an object that will elevate the presenting and serving of tea to make the experience uniquely personal to them.”

Among the very first completed orders delivered in mid-August 2017, several have been specially adapted for superyachts and planes, with the glass and metal sand timers secured so as not to rattle in choppy seas, as well as fixing the crystal containers and their metal holders to the base of the Tea Humidor using hidden magnets. “These features were not in the original design, but have been recently adopted following extensive research, in response to specific requests from the yachting fraternity,” she says. Available in five collections, each inspired by a specific tea drinking culture – China, Japan, the Indian Subcontinent, the Middle East, and the Euro-American Occident – the creation of the humidor bears witness to a growing enjoyment of fine and rare teas around the world. With prices starting at £9,390, the design spent four years in the making, with each specific material selected for both its beauty and practicality.

ON THE

WATERFRONT With 65,000 maritime travellers expected to descend on Dubai over the course of 2017, some of which are superyacht owners looking to berth their ever-growing vessels, the advanced infrastructure and world-class services provided by the city’s three major new waterfront developments look set to take the yachting world by storm. Words by Julia Zaltzman

ubai, once an 18th century fishing village, has over the past 40 years continually amazed the world with its ability to rapidly transform. Adapting and modifying with ease and

precision, its current maritime projects - no less than three vast waterfront developments - have yet again confirmed the city’s commitment to innovation and creativity. Designed to stimulate fresh growth in the tourism sector,

enhance its profile as a magnet for wealth and investment, not to mention attract the world’s superyacht elite, the projects – Port Rashid Marina, Marasi Business Bay and Dubai Harbour - promise to deliver on all fronts.

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MARASI BUSINESS BAY Launched by Dubai Holding and Dubai Properties Group in May 2016, the AED1 billion ($272m) mixed-use Marasi Business Bay is projected to become Dubai’s most sought-after waterfront destination. Boasting the longest waterfront promenade in the UAE at 12km, it will feature the country's first ever water homes (with exclusive boat access), floating restaurants, varied leisure facilities and 1,250 yacht berths across four marinas. Located along the city’s newest attraction - the Dubai Water Canal, which extends the historical Dubai Creek – the development will provide a spectacular gateway to three themed areas; The yacht club, the pier and the park. All four marinas have been designed around differing clientele, with the first - set for completion in the latter half of 2017 - comprising 176 berths up to 35m constructed using

state-of-the-art Seaflex technology, an advanced, environmentally-friendly mooring system that elongates and retracts based on water levels, and is being used to fix the floating pontoons in place. The first half of the marina sits just 700m from the iconic Burj Khalifa, while the symmetric second half (with approximately the same number of berths) will commence build shortly. The second marina within the development will feature four expansive barges anchored 50 to 60m offshore, the third will be created in an inlet on a high density habitational area and is aimed at large yacht owners, and the fourth marina, located on a wide-open bay off the canal, is reported to boast the largest capacity with berths more suited in size to the superyacht market. Oscar Siches, concept designer and construction quality controller of Homeport FZA for the first marina

within the Marasi Business Bay development, comments: “The use of palm trees is the unusual, innovative feature of these marinas, bringing this traditional feature of the UAE out onto the water, creating a floating forest effect, providing natural shadow, and breaking the barren look of concrete pontoon surfaces. The planters are fitted every 15m throughout the marina and the edge of the plant pots are designed to be used as seating.” Pitched as the region’s first ‘purposebuilt yachting hub’, and working to a design brief that requested “not standard, not boring, and sustainable”, the development has the potential to mirror the intracoastal Atlantic waterway in Florida, USA, says Siches, offering a “lively waterway full of marinas, condominiums, restaurants, boatyards and bars” and even the possibility of a few days sailing “without having to get to open sea”.

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“With the ongoing renovation of the upland area of the port, specifically oriented to attract superyachts and including real estate development, Mina Rashid marina will become the Dubai maritime homeport hub and the destination for international yachts and cruises.” Fabiana Maccarini, CEO of Fabmar Middle East

Port Rashid Marina Dubai Ports World - one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world – prides itself on foreseeing change and innovating to create the most productive, efficient and safe trade solutions globally. Now nearing completion of the first phase, its muchanticipated Mina Rashid Marina sets out to achieve just that. Located on the southern coast of the Arabian Gulf, close to the heart of Dubai, Mina Rashid is already a luxury cruise destination and a multi-purpose port attracting some 500,000 tourists a year. It is also the only port in the Middle East to receive the Security Certificate of Excellence from the International Maritime Security. By the first quarter of 2018, the new ‘Port Rashid Marina’ will see a 400-berth facility for yachts up to 35m. For the superyachting fraternity, however, it

is phase two that is piquing interest, with the proposed creation of a second marina with 70 berths dedicated to yachts from 40m to the very largest luxury vessels. With tenants already beginning to occupy the commercial surfaces ashore, Port Rashid will, when complete, include its own exclusive amenities aimed at the homeporting of the world’s largest yachts, including leisure facilities, cultural entertainment, hotels, villas, brokerage houses, chandlery services, maintenance facilities and crew training. With Mina Rashid’s direct access to the Persian Gulf, its highly attractive price policy, very protected waters, and unlimited car parking, it is hoped to be a viable alternative to the premium ports in Italy and Monaco, says Fabiana Maccarini, CEO of Fabmar Middle East, a Dubai-based consulting firm, and Dubai Port’s primary consultant for Port Rashid “From a technical point of view,

the marina can offer all the 'hardware' of a port for all kinds of boats, and with the ongoing renovation of the upland area of the port, specifically oriented to attract superyachts and including real estate development, Mina Rashid marina will become the Dubai maritime homeport hub and the destination for international yachts and cruises.

Previous spread: A rendering of Marasi Business Bay

Above Left: Dubai Ports World, one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world Above Right: Port Rashid Marina model

on the waterfront

Left: Dubai Harbour, the largest marina in the MENA region Below: Dubai Harbour Skyline

Dubai Harbour The Gulf’s long maritime tradition, which has been inextricably linked to the evolution of trade and commerce in the region, not to mention Dubai’s flourishing tourism industry, has inspired many projects of late that look to enhance the city’s waterfront. Although still only in concept stage, the Dubai Harbour project, developed by investment consortium Meraas Holding, promises to be spectacular in its entirety.

50 per cent, but more importantly will add capacity for larger yachts of up to 85m. Built on a plot between Jumeirah Beach Residence and Palm Jumeirah, it will integrate the current Skydive Dubai, Dubai International Marine Club and Logo Island sites into a single community through a new road network and a monorail. Planned to be developed in several phases, it is expected to take four years to build once work starts.

Capable of handling 1,400 vessels – the largest marina in the MENA region - the 20 million sq. ft project will also contain a 135m high ‘Dubai Lighthouse’ (with a luxury hotel and observation deck), a 150,000 sq. ft cruise liner terminal capable of handling 6,000 passengers, as well as entertainment and retail space, a yacht club, shopping mall, hotels and residences.

Commenting on the proposed development, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the UAE Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, said: “[Dubai Harbour] represents a unique and innovative new addition to the region’s tourism landscape. Our region has had a long and historic relationship with the sea, and today we are seeing another initiative inspired by this age-old tradition that opens up new horizons for development.”

The marina will increase Dubai’s current capacity for handling yachts by almost

Fraser expands in the Middle East In partnership with Seas and Deserts Group - the premier Marine & Land Equipment Company in The Arabian Gulf and the Middle East Fraser announced in March 2017 its commitment to expanding the choice for Seas & Deserts customers by giving access to its unique portfolio of yachts for sale and charter, as well as its superior yacht management, crew

and construction services. Fraser already has 10 offices worldwide, and is a market leader in the innovation, services and management capabilities that they offer. Fraser CEO Raphael Sauleau, commented: “We are delighted to be announcing our partnership with Seas & Deserts, they have a strong presence and sustainable history across the whole of the Middle East.

This combined with their experience and skills in the brokerage market will allow us to expand our offering and provide a more dedicated service to clients in this region.” For more information please contact Dubai@FraserYachts.com

news Fraser celebrates 70th anniversary with partnerships We are also proud to partner with Plastic Oceans and support them in their efforts to educate people about the need to reduce plastic waste and protect our oceans.

As part of its 70th anniversary Fraser has set up several new partnerships, firstly we are delighted to welcome Porsche as our official vehicle partner worldwide, enabling clients to access Porscheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new Ultimate service in the South of France and Miami, as well as use their cars during the Monaco Yacht Show and Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. We are also pleased to welcome luxury outdoor furniture brand Kettal as an official partner. During the 2017 Monaco Yacht Show Fraser clients will be able to enjoy a bespoke designed outdoor furniture collection at the Fraser Client lounge in the Monaco Yacht Club. Since its inception in Barcelona in 1966 Kettal has become one of the leading names in the design world, providing stunning outdoor furniture designed by its in-house team and leading designers such as Jasper Morrison and Patricia Urquiola. Kettal shares similar values as Fraser such as passion, building relationships and having fun, making the brands an ideal match.

As part of this partnership we have also teamed up with CanO Water, a young UK based company that have created the first resealable can of water as an alternative to plastic bottles. The aluminium cans have the highest recycling rate of any drink product available and can be supplied to yachts in the South of France via Vins Sans Frontiere and are available in both still and sparkling options.

For more information on our partners please visit: Porsche www.porsche.com Plastic Oceans www.plasticoceans.org CanO Water www.canowater.com Kettal www.kettal.com

Fraser news

Additions to the charter fleet

NEW ARRIV ALS

NEW fraser COLLEAGUES

2017

The Fraser charter fleet welcomed a number of impressive additions this year. For any enquiries, please contact yachtcharter@fraseryachts.com

Fraser continues to grow with several new brokers joining its teams in Europe and the United States.

HERE COMES THE SUN, 83m

In the US, Melanie Burke joined the Fraser team as a Charter Broker. Raised near Chicago, her yachting career began in 1987 in South Florida. She has sailed the ocean competitively and for fun, crewed on charter yachts, managed yachts and marinas, and was a central agent for a fleet of luxury charter yachts based in Florida and the Bahamas. Since the mid-90’s Melanie has focused exclusively on arranging luxury yacht charter holidays worldwide.

I LOVE THIS BOAT, 42m

SAFIRA, 39m

FORMOSA, 60m

ALANDREA, 32m

HELIOS 2, 51m

MYSTIC TIDE, 26m

NASSIMA, 49m

ROBBIE BOBBY, 33m

BACCHUS, 44m

PIDA, 35m

Over in Europe, the Fraser team expanded with Tim Carbury joining the Palma office as a Sales Broker. Born in the UK, Tim has been involved in professional yachting since he was 18, and has covered most aspects of the yachting industry. He has worked as an owner's representative, a Marine Engineer and as a yacht Captain. The Palma sales team was also further strengthened with Steen Christensen joining as a Sales Broker. Raised in Denmark as the third generation of a shipping family, Steen has over 30 years of experience. He began his career in the Danish merchant navy followed by a traineeship as shipbroker in Copenhagen. After briefly cruising as crew in the Caribbean, Steen became a yacht broker in 1990 and has experience as a yacht Captain and paint consultant. Steen is actively involved in charitable activities, co-running the HOPE orphanage in Myanmar. In London, James Bond joined the team as a Charter Broker. A graduate of Newcastle University, James embarked on a career in yacht brokerage with ICAP plc’s yacht division, Hyde Yachts. During his extensive time in the yachting industry, he has acquired a wealth of experience and has expert knowledge of the global, charter fleet and respective cruising grounds. With an additional background in racing record-breaking Super Maxi’s, James also holds an RYA Coastal Skipper qualification and is a certified PADI Rescue Diver.

the captains' dinner

Chronometer Manufacture watch. Other gifts for the winning captain were provided courtesy of Port Adriano, Le Grand Cros vineyard, Sabrina Monte Carlo and Equiom.

Captain Mark Giblin of Axioma and his wife

Captain Franco Guardi of Khaleesi and guest

Olga Ekiert, Raphael Sauleau, Celine Pujol and Frances Edgeworth

The team from Peninsula

Photos: BlueiProd

One of the most popular events of the Monaco Yacht Show, the 2016 Captainsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Dinner & Awards was held once again at the prestigious Monaco Yacht Club. Held every year to thank the charter Captains and crew who work so hard for their guests throughout the year, this edition saw the prestigious Charter Captain of the year award go to Captain Graham Wilkinson of S/Y Prana. The crew and Captain Andrea Aste of M/Y Victory took away the Best Charter Crew (yacht over 50m) award and the Best Charter Crew (yacht under 50m) was awarded to Captain Claud Akers and his wife Emma and the rest of their crew from M/Y Askari. The prizes were once again generously provided by the sponsors of the evening, many of them long standing partners of Fraser. Ulysse Nardin sponsored the Charter Captain of the year award with a stunning Marine 86

Entertainment-wise there was a distinctly exotic feel with Brazilian themed dancing by Compagnie Corps et Danse, a live singer, the legendary Port Adriano Fun Parade and a DJ who made sure the dance floor was packed all evening with guests dancing into the early hours of the morning. Those wanting a more relaxed evening were able to recline on the beautiful Paola Lenti furniture provided by Sabrina Monte Carlo, while others on the terrace enjoyed the cigars provided by My Fathers Cigars. Prior to the awards ceremony guests were able to sample some exquisite caviar generously provided by Boyar Caviar, purveyors of fine Siberian sturgeon, Oscietra and Beluga caviar. Guests then enjoyed a delicious hot and cold buffet and a cocktail bar complete with flair barmen, whilst the wine was provided by VSF through the generosity of the vineyard Le Grand Cros.

Laurence Carlier, Shawn O'Brian and Gemma Woodcock from GMT

Antoine Althaus, Corinne Demougin, Thierry Ameller and Raphael Sauleau

Roberto Giorgi, Susanne Hurni, Capt Graham Wilkinson of S/Y Prana, Raphael Sauleau and Lisa Peck

The team from Equiom

Brazilian dancers

The Fraser team with the winning captains

Natalia Langsdale with Karine Naudy and Laurence Mathieu from Sabrina Monte Carlo

Valerio Del Becaro and Bas Bos, Sevenstar

Fran Liu and the Pride Megayachts team with Lisa Peck.

Susanne Hurni, Ulysse Nardin

The Migliaccio family

Olivia Pasquali and David Legrand

the annual dockside soirée The 2016 annual Dockside Soirée took place at the Fraser display at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and played host to the second annual Yacht Management Captain of the Year Awards, which recognised the winning Captain for their hard work and dedication. Fraser was pleased to present the 2016 Yacht Management Captain of the Year Award to Captain Wayne Williams of M/Y Karima, who was presented with the main award of a Marine Diver Chronometre Ulysse Nardin Watch. Other prizes included three days of free berthing at both Port Adriano and Marina Ibiza, dinner for two people at a Michelin Star restaurant in the Balearic Islands courtesy of the Balearic Yacht Destination group and a $1,000 travel voucher and an annual Prestige Priority Pass providing complimentary access to airport lounges around the world from Global Marine Travel.

Mark Bononi, Andrew Dudzinski and Clayton Swart from MHG

Roberto Giorgi, Christina Jackson, Raphael Sauleau, Alex Duke and Paul Roser

Photos: Tom Serio

After the awards presentation, over 200 VIP guests enjoyed live music, delicious hors d’oeuvres, a cocktail bar, a Macallan scotch tasting bar and a My Father Cigars bar. Guests were also treated to a beautiful display of Ulysse Nardin timepieces and diamond jewellery by IberJoya Diamonds all while mingling against the backdrop of the stunning superyachts on display with Fraser. The night could not have been possible without the generosity of all sponsors and partners, including Ulysse Nardin, Balearic Yacht Destination, MHG Insurance Brokers, Global Marine Travel, The Macallan, Snow Leopard Vodka and Robb Report.

Dane Wenthur, Robin Wenthur and Cris Wenthur

Keti Sierra, Nani Mas and Jenny Maul, Balearic Yacht Destination

Jessica and Michael Busacca

Gemma Woodcock, Tim Davey and Laurence Carlier from GMT

Julia Milbert and Yvonne Schuster

Roberto Giorgi and Scott Stamper

John Aune, Quentin Bargate and wife with Roberto Giorgi

Page Ashley and guest

Raphael Sauleau, Bobby Yampolski from Ulysse Nardin, Wayne Williams, Lisa Peck and Michael Busacca

Macallan whiskey

Guests trying Ulysse Nardin time pieces

Discover the Mediterraneanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new superyacht marina. Relax at the beach or the spa. Dine and shop in the heart of the most vibrant city in Cyprus with year-round sunshine.This is what we mean by living on the sea. For information on berths, apartments and villas at Limassol Marina, contact +357 25 020 020 limassolmarina.com

Living on the sea

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12 5 12 12 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

RMK MARINE 2012 8.99M ⁄ 29 ’06” 3.05M ⁄ 10’00”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR SALE

ANTARCTICA PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

85,000,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

73.20M ⁄ 240’02” 16 8 26 14 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

ADMIR AL 2018 12.80M ⁄ 42 ’00” 3.6 1M ⁄ 11’ 10”

“New Tim Heywood design, launching October 2017. She is ice classed and features two master staterooms on her private Owner’s deck.”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR SALE

CARLAMARIA PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

4,250,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

8 4 6 12 KNOTS

30.48M ⁄ 100’00” BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

BENETTI 2008 7.15M ⁄ 23’05” 1.79M ⁄ 5’ 10”

“Built to Lloyd’s, commercially compliant to SOLAS.”

ELEMENTS 6

PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

112,000,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

80.01M ⁄ 262’06” 24 12 29 17 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

YACHTLEY 2017 13.00M ⁄ 42 ’08” 3.81M ⁄ 12.06

MOTOR YACHTS FOR SALE

LATITUDE PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

21,750,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

FOR SALE & CHARTER

52.00M ⁄ 170’07” 12 6 13 13 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

BENETTI 2008 ⁄ 2013 10.40M ⁄ 34’01” 3.50M ⁄ 11’06”

“Impressive volume of 812 GT and an elegant transatlantic art deco styling.”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR SALE

GALAXY OF HAPPINESS PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

17,000,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

6 3 6 24 KNOTS

53.32M ⁄ 174’11”

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

L ATITUDE YACHTS 2016 17.4 4M ⁄ 57’03” 1.98M ⁄ 6’06”

LADY SARA PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

36,000,000 USD

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

FOR SALE & CHARTER

56.96M ⁄ 186’11” 12 6 14 18 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

TRINITY 2012 10.21M ⁄ 33’06” 2.4 4M ⁄ 8’00”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR SALE

VICTORIA DEL MAR PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

24,800,000 USD

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

VICKY

14 7 11 15 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

50.00M ⁄ 164’01” DELTA MARINE 2006 ⁄ 2014 10.08M ⁄ 33’01” 2.92M ⁄ 9 ’07”

72.60M ⁄ 238’02”

PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

59,000,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

14 7 18 15 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

TURQUOISE 2012 12.04M ⁄ 39 ’06” 4.00M ⁄ 13’01”

MISUNDERSTOOD PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

19,950,000 USD

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

9 4 9 35 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

49.91M ⁄ 163’09” OVERMARINE 2012 9.19M ⁄ 30’02 ” 1.98M ⁄ 6’06”

SAILING YACHTS FOR SALE

APHRODITE A PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

6,800,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

8 4 6 10 KNOTS

42.67M ⁄ 140’00” BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

VITTERS 1999 9.25M ⁄ 30’04” 4.40M ⁄ 14’05”

NAIADE

34.30M ⁄ 112’08”

PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

4,525,000 USD

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

NOT FOR SALE TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS

TOTO

33.53M ⁄ 110’00”

PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

1,800,000 USD

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

8 4 5 10 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

PALMER JOHNSON 1983 ⁄ 2014 7.14M ⁄ 23’05” 2.57M ⁄ 8’05”

8 3 6 10.5 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

NAUTOR’ S SWAN 2003 ⁄ 2016 7.42M ⁄ 24’04” 4.42M ⁄ 14’06”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR SALE

CRYSTAL PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

4,495,000 USD

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

JEREMY

34.14M ⁄ 112’00” 10 5 8 11 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

DEEP SEA MARINE 1987 ⁄ 2016 7.72M ⁄ 25’04” 2.4 4M ⁄ 8’00”

33.00M ⁄ 108’03”

PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

5,400,000 USD

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

10 5 7 12 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

KINGSHIP MARINE LTD 2007 ⁄ 2016 7.91M ⁄ 25’ 11” 2.45M ⁄ 8’00”

TATU

NOT FOR SALE TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS

28.35M ⁄ 93’00”

PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

3,200,000 USD

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

8 4 4 9 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

DELTA MARINE 1985 ⁄ 2014 6.10M ⁄ 20’00” 3.05M ⁄ 10’00”

NOT FOR SALE TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS

MOTOR YACHTS FOR SALE

TITAN

60.40M ⁄ 198’02”

PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

9,750,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

24 12 21 11 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

BROOKE MARINE 1968 ⁄ 2015 11.40M ⁄ 37’05” 4.22M ⁄ 13’ 10”

PROJECT MARLIN PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

41,000,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

AFRICA

47.00M ⁄ 154’02”

PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

19,750,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 6 9 20 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

BENETTI 2010 8.51M ⁄ 27’ 11” 2.79M ⁄ 9 ’02 ”

10 5 10 14 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

49.25M ⁄ 161’07” ROYAL HUISMAN 2020 9.21M ⁄ 30’03” 1.93M ⁄ 6’04”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR SALE

RIMA II

49.50M ⁄ 162’05”

PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

6,000,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

FOR SALE & CHARTER

MRS D

12 7 10 15 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

BENETTI 1987 ⁄ 2014 8.6 1M ⁄ 28’03 2.26M ⁄ 7’05”

30.76M ⁄ 100’11”

PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

7,250,000 EUR

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

7 3 4 12 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

MOONEN 2013 ⁄ 2016 7.49M ⁄ 24’07” 2.40M ⁄ 7’ 10”

ANDIAMO! PRICE

SPECIFICATIONS

6,450,000 USD

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

32.00M ⁄ 105’00” 12 5 4 21 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

A ZIMUT 2012 7.39M ⁄ 24’03” 1.98M ⁄ 6’06”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR CHARTER

FORMOSA PRICE SUMMER WINTER

60.00M ⁄ 196’10”

SPECIFICATIONS WEST MED FROM 400,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK MALDIVES FROM 400,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 6 15 14 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

BENETTI 2015 10.40M ⁄ 34’01” 3.37M ⁄ 11’01”

LAUREL PRICE SUMMER WINTER

73.20M ⁄ 240’02” SPECIFICATIONS

COSTA RICA ⁄ PANAMA FROM 525,000 USD ⁄ WEEK CARIBBEAN FROM 525,000 USD ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 7 22 15 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

DELTA MARINE 2006 ⁄ 2014 12.25M ⁄ 40’02 ” 3.65M ⁄ 12 ’00”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR CHARTER

HERE COMES THE SUN PRICE SUMMER WINTER

83.00M ⁄ 272’04”

SPECIFICATIONS AL ASK A ⁄ PACIFIC OCEAN FROM 1,200,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK CARIBBEAN, BAHAMAS, CUBA FROM 1,200,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 9 25 12.5 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

AMELS 2017 14.50M ⁄ 47’07” 3.85M ⁄ 12 ’08”

“Celebrate life’s finest moments on board HERE COMES THE SUN, an enviable pedigree from the greatest names in superyacht design.”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR CHARTER

JAGUAR SPECIFICATIONS

PRICE

WINTER

56.00M ⁄ 183’09”

CARIBBEAN FROM 295,000 USD ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 6 12 15 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

BENETTI 2005 ⁄ 2015 10.40M ⁄ 34’01” 3.57M ⁄ 11’09 ”

NOT FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS

HELIOS 2 PRICE SUMMER WINTER

51.13M ⁄ 167’09” SPECIFICATIONS

CARIBBEAN FROM 175,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK CARIBBEAN FROM 175,000 USD ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 5 11 12 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

PALMER JOHNSON 2002 ⁄ 2017 8.64M ⁄ 28’04” 2.59M ⁄ 8’06”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR CHARTER

“Step aboard BACCHUS and enter a world of romance, adventure, celebration and relaxation.”

BACCHUS PRICE SUMMER WINTER

44.50M ⁄ 146’00”

SPECIFICATIONS BAHAMAS FROM 150,000 USD ⁄ WEEK CARIBBEAN FROM 150,000 USD ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 5 9 14 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

TRINITY 2005 ⁄ 2016 8.53M ⁄ 28’00” 2.06M ⁄ 6’09 ”

SAILING YACHTS FOR CHARTER

ANTARA PRICE SUMMER WINTER

46.00M ⁄ 150’11” SPECIFICATIONS

MEDITERR ANEAN FROM 125,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK CARIBBEAN FROM 125,000 USD ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

10 4 8 10 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

PERINI NAVI 1991 ⁄ 2016 9.20M ⁄ 30’02 ” 3.35M ⁄ 11’00”

NOT FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS

PRANA SPECIFICATIONS

PRICE SUMMER WINTER

MEDITERR ANEAN FROM 175,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK CARIBBEAN FROM 175,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK

IN LOVE PRICE SUMMER WINTER

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

35.60M ⁄ 116’10” SPECIFICATIONS

EAST MED FROM 60,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK EAST MED FROM 60,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK

51.70M ⁄ 169’07”

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

8 4 5 10 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

SU MARINE 2014 7.30M ⁄ 23’ 11” 3.60M ⁄ 11’ 10”

10 5 9 12 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

ALLOY YACHTS 2006 ⁄ 2016 10.20M ⁄ 33’06” 4.90M ⁄ 16’01”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR CHARTER

PIDA PRICE SUMMER WINTER

NASSIMA PRICE SUMMER WINTER

35.05M ⁄ 115’00” SPECIFICATIONS

MEDITERR ANEAN FROM 75,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK MEDITERR ANEAN FROM 75,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

10 5 6 12 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

BENETTI 2000 ⁄ 2015 7.62M ⁄ 25’00” 1.90M ⁄ 6’03”

49.17M ⁄ 161’04”

SPECIFICATIONS WEST MED FROM 200,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK WEST MED FROM 200,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 6 11 14 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

ACICO YACHTS 2012 ⁄ 2013 8.7 1M ⁄ 28’07” 2.57M ⁄ 8’05”

ULYSSES PRICE SUMMER WINTER

56.00M ⁄ 183’09” SPECIFICATIONS

MEDITERR ANEAN FROM 255,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK MEDITERR ANEAN FROM 255,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 6 13 14 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

BENETTI 2012 10.40M ⁄ 34’01” 3.80M ⁄ 12 ’06”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR CHARTER

ROBBIE BOBBY PRICE SUMMER WINTER

33.50M ⁄ 109’11”

SPECIFICATIONS WEST MED FROM 75,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK WEST MED FROM 75,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 5 6 11 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT BEAM DR AFT

LYNX 2013 8.00M ⁄ 26’03” 2.30M ⁄ 7’07”

ASKARI PRICE SUMMER WINTER

BIG EAGLE PRICE SUMMER WINTER

SPECIFICATIONS SOUTH PACIFIC FROM 75,000 USD ⁄ WEEK SOUTH PACIFIC FROM 85,000 USD ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

52.43M ⁄ 172’00”

SPECIFICATIONS NORTH PACIFIC ⁄ ALASKA FROM 140,000 USD ⁄ WEEK CARIBBEAN FROM 140,000 USD ⁄ WEEK

32.89M ⁄ 107’11”

12 6 10 13 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

MIE SHIPYARD 1980 ⁄ 2017 7.92M ⁄ 26’00” 2.74M ⁄ 9 ’00”

10 5 6 10 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

SERMONS 197 1 ⁄ 2017 8.51M ⁄ 27’ 11” 3.12M ⁄ 10’03”

MOTOR YACHTS FOR CHARTER

SIETE PRICE SUMMER WINTER

SAFIRA PRICE SUMMER WINTER

35.05M ⁄ 115’00” SPECIFICATIONS

BAHAMAS FROM 75,000 USD ⁄ WEEK BAHAMAS FROM 75,000 USD ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

9 4 6 13 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

BENETTI 2002 ⁄ 2015 7.80M ⁄ 25’07” 2.29M ⁄ 7’06”

39.29M ⁄ 128’11” SPECIFICATIONS

BAHAMAS FROM 110,000 USD ⁄ WEEK CARIBBEAN FROM 110,000 USD ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 5 8 11 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

NEWCASTLE MARINE 2013 ⁄ 2015 8.79M ⁄ 28’ 10” 3.17M ⁄ 10’05”

FORCE BLUE PRICE SUMMER WINTER

63.30M ⁄ 207’08”

SPECIFICATIONS MEDITERR ANEAN FROM 235,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK MEDITERR ANEAN FROM 235,000 EUR ⁄ WEEK

GUESTS STATEROOMS CREW CRUISING SPEED

12 6 21 14 KNOTS

BUILDER BUILT ⁄ REFIT BEAM DR AFT

ROYAL DENSHIP 2002 ⁄ 2009 11.38M ⁄ 37’04” 2.95M ⁄ 9 ’08”

THE

diary November 2017 to september 2018

november 2017 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show What: Fort Lauderdale, the ‘Yachting Capital of the World’ will host the 57th annual event, which will exhibit a range from yacht builders and designers to exotic cars and superyachts. When: November 1-5 Where: Fort Lauderdale, USA www.flibs.com

30th Annual Showboats International Boys & Girls Clubs Rendezvous

the Superyacht Forum What: The Superyacht Group, drawing on its 25 years of experience, is introducing a new event comprising SuperyachtDESIGN Week, the Superyacht Management Meetings, The Superyacht Owner's Summit, Make Your Mark and the Global Superyacht Forum. Named The Superyacht Forum, it will be a powerful meeting for all sectors of the superyacht market. When: November 13-16 Where: Amsterdam RAI Convention Centre, Amsterdam, Netherlands www.superyachtevents.com

What: Join the biggest annual yachting event for charity. Three days of festivities including a yacht hop, cocktail parties and fun-filled activities. Saturday’s formal gala features live and silent auctions and entertainment by Huey Lewis and the News. When: November 9-11 Where: Fisher Island, Florida, USA www.bgcbc.org 230x285_OW_ad-revised.pdf

08/08/2017

11 NOVEMBER 2017 - 2:30PM (UTC+1), GENEVA A BIENNIAL CHARITY AUCTION OF UNIQUE TIMEPIECES CREATED BY THE FINEST BRANDS FOR RESEARCH ON DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY

Formula 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

CMJ

SPECIAL PROJECTS

Only Watch World Tour

Auctioned by

What: Before the Only Watch sales auction, a promotional world tour will allow hundreds of collectors, enthusiasts, lifestyle clients, donators, media representatives to discover the unique horological creations. When: November 11 Where: Quai des Bergues 33, Geneva, CH www.onlywatch.com ONLYWATCH.COM

What: The favourite winter meeting place for the international art world, the show presents premier artwork from across the globe. With miles of sandy beaches dotted with classic Art Deco architecture, world-class art museums and a glittering nightlife, Miami Beach ranks among America’s most iconic cities. During Art Basel, over 250 of the world’s leading galleries participate, drawing over 73,000 visitors to the dynamic, cultural city. When: December 7-10 Where: Miami Beach, Florida, USA www.artbasel.com/miami-beach

75th Golden Globe Awards

17:07

Art Basel

JANUARY 2018

UNDER THE HIGH PATRONAGE OF HSH PRINCE ALBERT II OF MONACO

DECEMBER 2017

What: The Yas Marina Circuit hosts a twilight event, where lighting systems smooth the transition from day to night. Wrapped around the yacht-filled marina and with all grandstands covered, Abu Dhabi rivals Monaco in terms of glamour. Running anticlockwise, the track features nine right and eleven left turns, with top speeds of 320km/h. Practice and qualifying sessions take place on Friday and Saturday; the main race is on Sunday. When: November 24-26 Where: Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi www.formula1.com

What: Produced by Dick Clark Productions in association with the HFPA, the Golden Globes is viewed in more than 160 countries worldwide and is one of the few awards ceremonies to include both motion picture and television achievements. Aired live on NBC coast-to-coast in the United States, 2018 will be its 75th anniversary. When: January 7 Where: The Beverly Hilton Hotel, Los Angeles, CA, USA www.goldenglobes.com

Sundance Film Festival What: Presenting dramatic and documentary feature-length films from emerging and established artists, innovative short films, film-maker forums and panels, live music performances ranging from solo acts to film composer events, cutting-edge media installations and engaging community and student programmes, the Sundance Film Festival brings together the most original storytellers of our time. When: January 18-28 Where: Park City, Utah, USA www.sundance.org

St Moritz Polo World Cup What: The world’s most prestigious winter polo tournament. Four high-goal teams with handicaps between 15 and 18 goals battle for the coveted trophy on the frozen surface of Lake St. Moritz; a combination of strength, elegance, speed, pride and the traditional British love of fair play. Where: St Moritz, CH When: January 26-28 www.snowpolo-stmoritz.com

FEBRUARY 2018 Vienna Opera Ball What: The Vienna Opera Ball combines the Viennese lifestyle with global allure and the modern stage management of a traditional event. It opens with a dazzling festival with artists from all over the world taking part, and goes on to include the legendary entrance of the young ladies‘ and gentlemen’s committee, the elegantly appointed ballroom, the exquisitely decorated House on the Ring, and international guests from the world of culture, business, politics, sports and science. When: February 8 Where: Vienna, Austria www.wiener-staatsoper.at

Berlinale Film Festival What: The public programme of the Berlin International Film Festival shows about 400 films per year, mostly international or European premieres. Films of every genre, length and format find their place in the various sections, and the Fetival is a source of inspiration in the global film community. When: February 15-25 Where: Berlin, Germany www.berlinale.de

MARCH 2018 The 90th Academy Awards What: For a second consecutive year, latenight talk show favourite Jimmy Kimmel will return to host the Oscars telecast and Michael De Luca and Jennifer Todd will produce, broadcast live in the US on ‘Oscar Sunday’ on the ABC network. When: March 4 Where: Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA www.oscars.org

Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous What: Spectacular racing will return to the beautiful waters of the British Virgin Islands in March 2018 for the eighth edition of the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous. Organised by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, 2018’s superyacht regatta will welcome an impressive fleet of sailing yachts for three days of thrilling pursuit racing off Virgin Gorda, as well as a sparkling social programme. When: March Where: Yacht Club Costa Smeralda www.boatinternational.com

Miami Open What: A two-week annual event showcasing one of the deepest fields of the year, the Miami Open has reached the next echelon in presenting an international sports extravaganza. With over $6 million in prize money, equally distributed to the men and women, and all the top players and media from all corners of the world covering the action every day, the event has earned its place in the world as the fifth largest tennis tournament. When: March 19-1 April Where: Miami Beach, Florida, USA www.miamiopen.com

Singapore Yacht Show

Frieze Art Fair

What: The Singapore Yacht Show is your opportunity to discover some of the world’s finest superyacht and international yacht brands in an elite and highly social setting, giving you a chance to enjoy luxury yachting at its finest. When: April 12-15 Where: Sentosa Cove, Singapore www.singaporeyachtshow.com

What: With more than 200 of the world’s leading galleries, the fair showcases newly discovered talents together with the most iconic names in modern and contemporary art. Alongside innovative curated sections, visitors can also enjoy daily talks, specially commissioned artist projects and pop-ups of some of New York’s most talked about restaurants, all in a bespoke structure overlooking the East River. When: May 3-5 Where: New York, USA www.frieze.com

Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters What: The Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters is the first of three ATP World Tour Masters 1000 tournaments played on clay. The tournament is a player and fan favourite due to its magnificent location and long tradition of champions. When: April 14-22 Where: Monte-Carlo, Monaco www.montecarlotennismasters.com

art basel What: Featuring 242 premier galleries from 34 countries and territories, the Hong Kong event underlines Art Basel’s commitment to the region, with half of last year’s participating galleries having exhibition spaces in Asia and Asia-Pacific. The show provides an in-depth overview of the region’s diversity through both historical material and cutting-edge works by established and emerging artists. When: March 29-31 Where: Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong www.artbasel.com

22nd Annual Nantucket Wine Festival What: The festival has become one of the best wine events in the US, with some of the finest global wine talent on hand every year. When: May 16-20 Where: Massachusetts, USA www.nantucketwinefestival.com

DUBAI WORLD CUP CARNIVAL

The Cheltenham Festival What: Four days of magic, magnificence and madness, played out by the best horses, jockeys and trainers, on a stage framed by the Cotswold Hills, to a crowd of 230,000 people having the time of their lives. Gold Cup Day is the climax of the festival. Some 20,000 bottles of champagne are served during the festival. Around 20,000 people will sit down each day to a four-course lunch, while the rest tuck into burgers and hot dogs. When: March 13-16 Where: Cheltenham Racecourse, UK www.thefestival.co.uk

St Barths Bucket Regatta What: The St Barths Bucket Regatta is a congenial, invitational regatta set in the Corinthian spirit. The regatta is open to yachts over 31 metres LOA, unless invited under the ‘Grandfather Clause’, and spans an exhilarating three days of competitive racing with a disparate fleet featuring sloops, schooners and ketches. When: March 15-18 Where: St Barths www.bucketregattas.com

What: The Dubai International Racing Carnival consists of nine race nights and attracts more than 450 of the finest thoroughbred horses from more than 20 countries. The pinnacle of Dubai’s racing calendar is the Dubai World Cup. Join the best of the international racing fraternity and enjoy the electrifying atmosphere of the world’s richest horse race. When: March 31 Where: Meydan Racecourse and Grandstand, Dubai www.dubairacingclub.com

Antigua Sailing Week

april 2018

May 2018

The US Masters Tournament

The Cartier Queen’s Cup

What: Since 1934, the Masters Tournament has been home to some of golf’s greatest moments. Amidst blooming azaleas, towering pines and flowering dogwoods, the first full week of April ushers in a stage unique to golf and to sport. Over four days and 72 holes, the smallest field in major championship golf competes for a chance to capture the Green Jacket and a place in Masters history. When: April 2-8 Where: Augusta National Golf Club, USA www.augusta.com

What: Cartier will once again bring their unique blend of glamour, style and elegance to this world-famous, high-goal polo competition. Attracting the sport’s leading players from across the globe, the team sheet reads like a who’s who of polo and each game is so important that if the players are not in action on the field, they can be found watching the games intensely, keeping a close eye on their rivals’ tactics. When: May 1-30 Where: London, UK www.guardspoloclub.com

What: 2017 marks the 50th birthday of Antigua Sailing Week which provides a chance to see yachts racing in some of the best sailing conditions in the world, while soaking up the party atmosphere in the historic English Harbour. 2018 will also see the second edition of the Antigua Bermuda Race, which will start on May 9. When: April 28-May 4 Where: Antigua www.sailingweek.com

Cannes Film Festival What: Movie fans might think the Cannes Film Festival is all about cinema, but most would agree it is the parties that steal the show. For 12 days, the seaside town of Cannes on the south coast of France will transform into a razzle-dazzle party town. When: May 9-20 Where: Cannes, France www.festival-cannes.fr

International Contemporary Furniture Fair What: In 2018, the 30th annual fair is set to turn New York City’s Jacob K. Javits Convention Centre into a global summit for what is best and what is next in design. The event will host more than 500 exhibitors from more than 30 countries in categories from accessories to wall coverings. When: May 20-13 Where: New York, USA www.icff.com

amFAR Gala

Royal Ascot

Monaco Red Cross Ball

Salon Privé Concours D’elégance

What: Cinema against AIDS is a worldrenowned charitable fundraiser held each year since 1993 during the Cannes Film Festival, and it is the most coveted ticket of the film festival. The black-tie event is celebrated for its glittering guest list, its unpredictable live auction, and its unrivalled success in generating funds for amFAR’s lifesaving AIDS research programs. When: May 24 Where: Cannes, France www.amfar.org

What: With a rich heritage of more than 300 years, Royal Ascot has established itself as a national institution and the centrepiece of the British social calendar, as well as being the ultimate stage for the best racehorses in the world. When: June 19-23 Where: Ascot, UK www.ascot.co.uk

What: 2018 will mark the 70th anniversary of the annual Monaco Red Cross Ball. The Sporting d’Eté Club is the prestigious venue for this important fundraiser, which attracts ball gown-clad celebrities in their droves. When: July Where: Monte-Carlo, Monaco www.croix-rouge.mc

What: A celebration of some of the world’s most exclusive brands for a grand three-day event in celebration of everything that epitomises luxury. Browse the finest brands from designer clothing to exclusive properties, jewellery, yachts and aviation, as well as vintage, classic and super cars. When: September Where: London, UK www.salonprivelondon.com

July 2018 Round the Island Race What: The annual one-day yacht race, a 50nm course around the Isle of Wight, an island situated off the south coast of England, attracts more than 1,700 boats and around 16,000 sailors, making it one of the largest yacht races in the world. When: July 7 Where: Isle of Wight, UK www.roundtheisland.org.uk

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Art Basel What: The world’s premier international art show for modern and contemporary works, Art Basel features nearly 300 leading galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa showcasing the highest-quality paintings, sculptures, drawings, installations, photographs, video and editioned works. When: June 14-17 Where: Basel, Switzerland www.artbasel.com

Aspen Food and Wine Classic What: Experience a pleasure-packed weekend of cooking demonstrations, food samplings and wine tasting. When: June 15-17 Where: Aspen, Colorado, USA www.foodandwine.com

What: The tournaments of the Saint-Tropez Polo Club, sponsored by the two Gracida brothers, have attracted the world’s best players since 1998. Among the crowds cheering you may be lucky enough to spot The Queen of Sweden, Princess Anni-Frid Reuss, or Prince Talal of Jordan. Where: St Tropez, France When: August www.polo-master.com

What: A fusion of exciting competitive sailing and social events, Cowes Week now stages up to 40 daily races for more than 1,000 boats and is the largest sailing regatta of its kind in the world. The 8,500 competitors range from Olympic and world-class professionals to weekend sailors. When: August 4-11 Where: Cowes, Isle of Wight www.aamcowesweek.co.uk

What: The F1 Monaco Grand Prix is widely considered to be one of the most significant and famous automobile races in the world. From Casino Square to the world’s most famous hairpin, through the tunnel and past the luxurious yachts, Monte-Carlo is a circuit of legendary corners seeped in history. When: May 24-27 Where: Monte Carlo, Monaco www.formula1.com

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What: The German Superyacht Conference will take place in Düsseldorf, with a range of high-calibre speakers covering all aspects of superyachting. When: May 24 Where: Tulip Inn Düsseldorf Arena, Germany www.superyacht-conference.com

August 2018

Wimbledon Championships What: Dating back to 1880 Wimbledon is the most prestigious tennis event on the UK calendar where the sporting elite come to battle it out for first place under the canopy of British weather, on the tricky grass courts. When: July 2-15 Where: All England Club, London www.wimbledon.com

What: Tyre meets turf and transformation each year as 200 of the most prized collector cars and motorcycles in the world roll on to what is often called the best finishing hole in golf – the 18th Fairway at Pebble Beach. When: August 26 Where: Pebble Beach, USA www.pebblebeachconcours.net

110th Race to Mackinac What: Since 1921, the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac has run every year, remaining the longest annual freshwater distance race and recognised as one of the most prestigious sailing races in the world. When: July 21 Where: Chicago, USA www.cycracetomackinac.com

candy store cup What: Formerly the Newport Bucket, the Candy Store Cup Superyacht Regatta is hosted and organised by Newport Shipyard and Bannister’s Wharf. When: July Where: Newport, Rhode Island, USA www.candystorecup.com

September 2018 VENICE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL What: An event that raises the awareness and promotes international cinema in all its forms: as art, entertainment and as an industry, in a spirit of freedom and tolerance. Where: Venice, Italy When: September 2-12 www.labiennale.org

Goodwood Revival What: For those who love the romance of the fifties and sixties, this event is a must. The Goodwood Revival is the world’s most popular historic car race meeting, recreating the golden era of motor sport, in the heart of the English countryside When: September 8-10 Where: West Sussex, UK www.goodwood.co.uk

Cannes yachting festival What: The first gathering of the autumn season, the show brings together the key players in pleasure boating and international luxury yachting between two ports – Vieux Port and Port Pierre Canto in Cannes in the heart of the French Riviera. The show promises more than 500 boats and over 450 exhibitors. When: September 6-11 Where: Cannes, France www.cannesyachtingfestival.com

Monaco Yacht Show What: With over 30,000 professional and private visitors expected over four days, the event is considered the most prestigious pleasure boat show in the world with the exhibition of 500 major companies from the luxury yachting industry and over 125 superyachts afloat. When: September Where: Port Hercules, Monaco www.monacoyachtshow.com

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