"Kismet": 122-metre Lürssen casts off with hybrid drive and Jaguar figurehead
Sören Gehlhaus
· 14.05.2024
It's a bit superstitious when an owner keeps increasing the size of his last two newbuilds in 27-metre increments. And they were all called "Kismet", Arabic for "providence". Ten years ago, the US client took delivery of 95 metres (now "Whisper") and in 2007 a 68-metre format (now "Global"). Each time he placed his trust in Lürssen. A certain amount of extravagance was added when the 100-metre mark was broken: the stern is now crowned by a figurehead in the style of a leaping jaguar - it is not without reason that the new 122 metres were given the project name "Jag". Nuvolari-Lenard, who succeeded Espen Øino as exterior designers, also turned the mast into a sculpture. The six-decker also features a hull window on the starboard side that runs half above and half below the water amidships.
New old project team for the third "Kismet"
The British design studio Reymond Langton Design (RLD) was once again awarded the design contract and had to fill a large part of the interior volume of 4900 gross tonnes. The 3D renders show that the interior is no less extravagant than the exterior. The journey of thought across the decks leads through various architectural styles: a modernised form of Art Deco dominates, garnished with baroque and Asian elements; however, there are also quieter room concepts such as the bright pool lounge or the seven-star wellness area. As with the previous hotel, there are various fireplaces, even in the spa. There are also flickering lights outside on a number of decks and on both sides on the way to the dining area on the main deck. Both the cinema and the saloon fill two levels, with oversized video walls stretching across the latter.
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Lürssen installed hybrid drive and heat recovery
The 122 metre long and 17.80 metre wide gigayacht was calculated by Lürssen's own design department, which had to take a diesel-electric drive train into account. According to the shipyard, "Kismet" is one of the most powerful and at the same time most energy-efficient superyachts in the world. A fully electric mode was also realised. The heat recovery system seems to have become standard at Lürssen-Gigas. For example, the waste heat from the generators is used to heat the pools. The largest pool is not located on the aft main deck, but two levels above it, which is a challenging design. On the bridge, one deck below the mast, the captain and his officers enjoy excellent visibility and dynamic positioning. The automatic interaction of the drive, bow and stern thrusters and fin stabilisers automatically compensates for the ship's movements and maintains its position. This provides flexibility and prevents the anchor from dropping in sensitive areas.
Shipyard Managing Director and co-owner Peter Lürßen commented on the latest delivery: "The owner's brief was demanding. However, we believe that with our technical expertise we have fulfilled the owner's wish and vision for a yacht that will still be timeless and ahead of its time many years from now. Our thanks go to the excellent design and communication with the designers Nuvolari-Lenard and Reymond Langton as well as the Lürssen project team. Special thanks go to the competent and experienced owner team Kyle and Gerry Fultz."
AIS portals reported Scotland as the 122-metre Lürssen's most recent location. However, "Kismet" will soon be heading for the Mediterranean, where the first charter season is due to begin. Twelve guests book on board via Cecil Wright for three million euros - per week and excluding additional costs for fuel or provisions.
