In my subjective perception, this is a development that makes sense to me, while at the same time the question arises as to why the supersize trend is continuing. The current figures point in this direction. At the moment, there are 18 XXL formats with an average length of 95.30 metres under construction in Germany alone. The meaningfulness of this development can easily be questioned using a popular example: why does meta-boss Mark Zuckerberg, currently the third richest person in the world, opt for the 118-metre yacht "Launchpad" and the 67-metre supply vessel "Wingman" when, as a newcomer, he only wants one thing: to holiday inconspicuously in the most beautiful places in the world with his family. Preferably without a bodyguard. On a 30 or 40 metre yacht, he would have exactly this freedom, he would travel under the paparazzi radar and still have enough space for himself and his loved ones.
The owner of the 45-metre-long "SAN", which was welded from aluminium at Alia Yachts according to plans by Sinot and modelled on the 77-metre-long Jarkko Jämsén design "Pi", opted for a "stealth wealth" approach. The modern-minimalist two-decker with surprising Zen elements has rightly attracted a lot of attention to the Turkish shipyard and brought the owner a lot of joy on his numerous trips in understatement mode. We visited the yacht builders in Antalya and show which other exceptional projects are currently under construction.
Dolphins ahead! Anyone who charters the 43-metre-long solar hybrid catamaran "Seawolf X" is likely to spot more marine mammals than ever before. The aluminium twin-hulled vessel in the extravagant Fulvio de Simoni design was built by Rossinavi in Viareggio and relies on artificial intelligence, which not only reliably helps to spot dolphins and whales. Thanks to 202 solar panels and a battery with an astonishing 1.6 megawatt hours of capacity, the martial-looking cat also travels long distances purely electrically. From Monaco across the Atlantic - no problem! "Seawolf X" points the way to the future of yachting. Enjoy this issue!
Enjoy this issue!
Yours sincerely, Martin Hager
BOOTE EXCLUSIV 2/2025 will be available in well-stocked newsagents from 25 February. If not, you can order the current or missed issues conveniently and free of shipping costs throughout Germany here in the online shop.
Dates
Plenty of events: superyacht enthusiasts can expect a wide variety in 2025.
YETI
Clean cruising: An index assesses the eco-footprint of yachts.
"Seawolf X"
AI on board: Rossinavi's 43 metre long solar hybrid cat surprises.
"Galma"
Pure sailing fun: The youngest Wally-Maxi impresses with its XL terrace.
30 years of Wally
Innovations in series: The Monegasque brand is shaping the industry.
Vladis Private Islands
Back to nature: Farhad Vladi sells islands, including to yacht owners.
"SAN"
Stealth Wealth: The 45 metre long Alia building focuses on understatement.
Alia Yachts
Shipyard visit: Full Custom from Antalya with high vertical integration.
Sanlorenzo SP92
Waterjet power: 28-metre glider with an unusual space concept.
Golfing on board
Staying in the swing of things: Teak deck tees and new simulators.
"Maximus"
Sailing gladiator: Vitters shows the 69-metre ketch with giant rig.
Vitters
Shipyard report: The Dutch have full halls and build emission-free.
"Sexy Me"
45 knots: The 28-metre Otam is a dayboat with a wow effect.
Yacht law
Looking into the crystal ball: What will US President Trump change in yachting?
