ShowBoats International — May 2017

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XP 75 M

WHAT IS IT? From Nauta Design comes a 245ft

masculine explorer dressed as a superyacht.

WHY WE LOVE IT It’s got everything you need

to go off the grid – ice class hull, heated glass system,

diesel-electric propulsion, big tenders, a submarine

garage and more for long explorations in uncharted

areas. Aesthetically, the holistic design blends

interior and exterior spaces, and the owner’s

apartment is particularly impressive, including

a private deck with pool and helicopter pad.

MUNDUS

WHAT IS IT? Vripack’s commission by

an American owner who wants to use this

260ft explorer as his home from home.

WHY WE LOVE IT Vripack designed

Mundus from a human perspective, which

resulted in thoughtful details like the partly

raised floor in the observation lounge for

clear views out and balconies placed in wind

shelters. A home just isn’t a home without

a gentleman’s library and fireplace. Likewise,

no explorer yacht is complete without

a proper pool that doubles as a helipad.

500FT ICEBREAKER

WHAT IS IT? A first look at Seattle-based JQB Design’s 500ft concept, designed for polar-class icebreaking operations.

WHY WE LOVE IT It’s massive, yet, thanks to Jonathan Quinn Barnett, its perfect proportions and relatively low profile

mean it’s also extremely elegant. Those windows on the main and upper decks are double height, affording extraordinary

views from within. Forward-facing laser ice-cutting cannons aid in navigation during heavy ice conditions, and its

all-ocean capability means it could serve as a research platform in addition to being a luxury superyacht.

COUACH 3 800

Lounge explorer

WHAT IS IT? The latest in

Chantier Naval Couach’s Lounge

collection of modern explorers.

WHY WE LOVE IT This is

adventuring in style. What else

would you expect from the French?

This 124 footer has both the robust

hull design to handle any seas and

villa-like interior styling, with floor

to ceiling windows and open plan

spaces that will have guests

forgetting they are on a yacht. A

unique glass door to the beach club

makes it a perfect observation

room when under way.

ER 13 0

WHAT IS IT?A go-anywhere yacht from Canadian designer Ivan Erdevicki,

combining style and substance in 130 feet.

WHY WE LOVE IT Its contemporary looks belie its explorer yacht capabilities.

Behind the graceful lines is a steel hull with a low centre of gravity for excellent

seakeeping and systems with plenty of redundancy. Maximizing interior volume

and infusing it with light increases comfort during long voyages. And a practical

length and shallow 6ft draft will keep all anchorages within reach.

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