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The 37.1-metre Numarine explorer yacht Evelyn P has been sold with Scott LaCroix and Bruce Schattenburg of Denison Yachting representing the seller, and Eric Pearson of IYC introducing the buyer. Evelyn P was delivered in 2022 as the third unit from the Turkish yard's 37 XP series, constructed in steel and fibreglass to a design by Can Yalman, with naval architecture by Umberto Tagliavini. Inside, the full displacement motor yacht is host to a Todd Anthony Design interior, said by her broker to offer that of a "spa-like ambience". According to BOATPro, Evelyn P's construction began under speculation in 2021, yet she was soon sold to an American owner before hitting the water. She has been meticulously maintained since her launch, undergoing recent works including the completion of her RINA annual class survey and interior modifications.
Forget basic spa menus, today's superyachts are trading out the traditional for immersive, future-forward wellness obsessions. Wellness onboard superyachts once meant a massage table tucked away on the lower deck, a few yoga mats for use or a treadmill out of sight, but today, it has evolved into much more – it is now a holistic and highly personalized experience that takes up dedicated space. As the broader global wellness tourism sector surges and luxury travel takes on a rising health-conscious spin, the yachting world is quickly responding with new levels of innovation while redefining what wellness means on board.
Behind every custom superyacht lies a feat of engineering. Take the 164-foot Alamshar, owned by the late Aga Khan, which smashed speed records with its triple gas turbines; or the slinky, silver Savannah, a Feadship build that holds the title of the world’s first hybrid superyacht. These record-breaking builds are, by their nature, widely reported. But at the highest end of the custom market, you’ll find some truly inspired tech tucked away in the most unexpected places. Here’s a selection of my favorites, from a nightclub fitted with a virtual aquarium to an experience “like no other”, hidden deep in a superyacht’s engine room…
The 49.1m CARTE BLANCHE is a standout example of Christensen craftsmanship, combining the shipyard’s proven construction capabilities with elegant styling and exceptional onboard comfort. Built in 2009 and refitted in 2023, the 499GT motor yacht is now for sale with IYC, with one particularly notable upgrade: a comprehensive engine rebuild that effectively delivers zero-hour power plants for her next owner.
Black Pearl is welcoming people across the world aboard—virtually, that is. For the first time, you can check out every inch of the famed 345-foot sailing megayacht—one of the world’s largest sailing yachts—thanks to a new video from IYC, where the vessel is now available for charter. It’s a bold move considering that details about the Oceanco-built vessel’s interiors were scant until last year, when the vessel first splashed down on the charter market. Now, though, IYC is taking that transparency even further with this walkthrough helmed by Captain Chris Gartner.
Few sailing yachts have captivated the maritime world like Black Pearl, the 106.7-meter revolutionary superyacht built by Oceanco. Blending dramatic design, advanced sailing technology, and a bold commitment to sustainability, Black Pearl remains one of the most fascinating vessels ever launched. Now, the legendary yacht is back in the spotlight following the release of a new full walkthrough video, offering an unprecedented look inside one of the world’s most technologically advanced sailing yachts.
Launched in September 2016 by Oceanco and now under IYC’s management available for charter, the release of images of Black Pearl’s interior spaces, and the very heart of her sailing systems signals a new chapter for one of the most extraordinary yachts ever created. Captain Chris Gartner personally welcomed Jared Watney of Ocean Air Media on board with unrestricted access. Black Pearl is not a motor yacht with sails for assistance. She was conceived around a singular, revolutionary philosophy: to sail at an unprecedented scale, efficiently, elegantly, and powerfully, unlike any other vessel in the world. At 345-feet (105-metres), with three towering DynaRig masts rising nearly 230-feet (70-metres) and approximately 10,077-square-feet (3,000-square-metres) of sail area deployed in under eight minutes, she is one of the most technically advanced sailing yachts ever built.
Each year, the World Superyacht Awards recognise the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the most remarkable superyachts from across the globe. The nominees for the 21st edition, held in association with The Italian Sea Group and Acquera Club, have been revealed and the winners will be announced during an exclusive ceremony on 1-2 May 2026 in Venice, Italy.
Do you want to know just how opulent the never-seen-before-in-the-media interior of the 344-foot-long sailing superyacht Black Pearl really is? Well, you should ask by brother. He’ll be the first to admit that he does not follow superyachts the way I do. And, frankly, he’d never really heard of the Black Pearl except when speaking about Johnny Depp and the Pirates of the Caribbean movies.
The efforts that Moonen has been making to attract customers from American shores is paying off. Hull number nine of the Moonen 122 Martinique series, which sold late last year to U.S. buyers, is 10 months from completion.
