Yamakay

Originally launched as Friday Star, she was later comprehensively transformed into a contemporary luxury sailing yacht, with design by Couedel Hugon Design.

Her construction is based on a fibreglass composite hull and superstructure, with a composite-and-teak deck. She carries three carbon masts, carbon booms and a hydraulic Reckmann furling system, with sail handling controls centralised in the cockpit to allow efficient operation with a relatively limited crew. Her flush deck provides generous open space for sunbathing and relaxation while cruising.

YAMAKAY accommodates up to 10 guests in four cabins. The layout includes a forward Master cabin with office area and separate bathroom facilities, two convertible double or twin cabins with additional Pullman berths, and one upper-and-lower berth cabin, all with ensuite bathrooms. Crew accommodation is arranged aft for up to four crew in two cabins with separate access.

Her interior combines contemporary materials including carbon fibre, aluminium, leather and matte wood. The yacht features both an upper deck saloon with dining for up to 12 guests and a lower saloon with leather seating and entertainment systems, alongside a professional full-beam galley and dedicated crew areas.

Auxiliary propulsion is provided by a 430 HP Volvo TAMD 74 EDC diesel engine driving a three-blade folding propeller. The yacht has a reported cruising speed of approximately 9.5 knots, with fuel consumption of around 23 litres per hour and a range of approximately 1,250 nautical miles under power. Twin Kohler generators support the onboard systems and hydraulic services.
Further equipment includes retractable bow and stern thrusters, hydraulic windlasses, a hydraulic gangway, hydraulic swimming ladder, air conditioning and comprehensive navigation and communications systems.

Together, these features give YAMAKAY the versatility of a large cruising yacht while retaining the distinctive character and sailing appeal of a modern schooner.