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Jeanneau Sea Loft 480The sea as a habitat

Jan-Ole Puls

 · 23.02.2026

The Jeanneau Sea Loft 480 can be seen underway.
Photo: Werft
With the Sea Loft 480, Jeanneau is presenting a concept that deliberately places the sea at the centre as a living space. Unlike conventional motor yachts, the 14.10 metre long model presents itself more as a floating holiday home and less as a classic cruiser.
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The aim is to meet the expectations and needs of a clientele that is looking for quality of life rather than speed, according to the shipyard itself about its new boat. The layout is designed accordingly: spacious, open living areas, flowing transitions between interior and exterior spaces and a modular interior characterise the image. Large window areas provide plenty of daylight, while the cockpit, saloon and outdoor pantry function as a coherent living space. Fold-out side terraces significantly extend the space at the berth, while the bow area serves as a spacious sunbathing area.

Built to enjoy

The focus is on comfort, tranquillity and sociability. Shared meals in the open air, relaxing hours on the water or longer stays in the harbour are more in keeping with the concept than sporty gliding. The Sea Loft 480 is therefore clearly designed for decelerated cruising and socialising on board.

Drive and performance data

The boat also follows this approach technically. Two 45 hp diesel engines are fitted as standard, with electric pod drives available as an option. In conjunction with an energy management system, a 30-kWh battery and large solar panels, the boat should be able to operate largely quietly and with low emissions. According to the shipyard, around 15 nautical miles can be realised purely electrically and up to 250 nautical miles in hybrid mode.

Technical data:

  • Length over everything: approx. 14.10 m
  • Width: approx. 4.50 m
  • Depth: approx. 0.85 m
  • Hull material: GRP / Polyester
  • Cabins: 3 or 4 cabins configurable
  • WCs / bathrooms: 2 to 4, depending on layout
  • Sleeping places: up to approx. 8 persons
  • passenger capacity: up to approx. 16 persons
  • Standard drive: 2 × 45 hp diesel (inboard)
  • Option: 2 × 11 kW electric POD drives
  • Battery: approx. 30 kWh lithium battery pack
  • Solar power: approx. 4.2 kW solar panels
  • Generator: Additional generator option
  • Electric range: up to approx. 15 nm (at ~7 kn)
  • Hybrid range: up to approx. 250 nm
  • Maximum speed: by approx. 7-9 kn

Here it's off to the shipyard!

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Jan-Ole Puls

Jan-Ole Puls

Editor Test & Technology

Ole Puls was born in Schleswig in 1999. He quickly swapped the football pitch for the Schlei and grew up sailing a wide variety of dinghies and tall ships. From his grandfather's self-built wooden opti and a Europe to a 49er and an X362 Sport, there was a lot to choose from. After leaving school, Puls decided to train as a boat builder at the high-tech shipyard Knierim Yachtbau in Kiel in 2016. He successfully completed his training in 2020 and stayed at the shipyard as a bachelor. In 2022, he decided not only to build boats, but also to test them. Since then, he has been working for Delius Klasing Verlag in the Test & Technology section of BOOTE magazine. The training he received and the eye for detail and quality of workmanship he acquired help him immensely today. Even though he is a regatta sailor with heart and soul, he feels right at home on motorboats and enjoys separating his professional and private lives and yet combining them. Because we all know one thing: there is simply no better place to be than on the water.

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