The ISA Blade 70 metre has a clear goal: to be the most elegant and distinctive yacht in the Grand Sport segment - a category characterised by fast formats with vertical or near-vertical bow shapes. Lobanov was visibly inspired by ships from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Igor Lobanov designs a floating sculpture
The bow area has a concave profile. Decorative stainless steel elements emphasise this section, while the anchor recess remains fully integrated and concealed. The yacht resembles a sculpture with flowing lines from bow to stern.
The glazing combines panels with dotted foils and a black insert in the front area near the waterline. The structure consists entirely of tinted glass panels and black painted surfaces. A subtle dynamic curve suggests speed and movement. ISA construction start of the second Viper 130.
Wooden bench with a view of the sea
The design of the exterior surfaces integrates teak inlays, and the tailgate of the "garden" and beach club transforms into a wide wooden bench with a view of the sea when closed.
The layout of the rooms takes the so-called owner's concept to the extreme: the master suite is located aft on the upper deck and has a private terrace. The owner wakes up to an unobstructed view of the water. This arrangement differs from conventional layouts, which usually place the suite on the forward upper deck in this segment.
Technical data ISA Blade 70 metres
- Length: 70 m
- Material: The body is made of steel, the superstructure of aluminium.
- Gross tonnage: 1,300 GT.
- Engines: 2 x MTU 12V4000 M53L
- Output: 1,771 kW each
- Maximum speed: 17.5 knots
- Cruising speed: 14 knots
- Range: At cruising speed about 5,000 nautical miles.
Uske Berndt
Editor News & Panorama
