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Pedigree Sailing Yacht MAXIMUS Returns to the Market
One of the most significant new sailing yachts in recent years, the 59-metre sailing yacht MAXIMUS is once again for sale, listed with Edmiston’s Bruce Brakenhoff and Mike Orchard. Delivered in late 2023 by Vitters, MAXIMUS is the third-largest sailing yacht ever built by the renowned Dutch shipyard and represents a unique opportunity to acquire a vessel in truly immaculate, like-new condition.
Commissioned by a seasoned yachtsman with an uncompromising vision for performance, precision and comfort, MAXIMUS was designed by naval architect German Frers and features an interior by Spencer-Churchill Designs Ltd. Her sleek silhouette, aluminium construction and deep red hull speak to a powerful blend of classic form and modern engineering. She boasts a top speed of 13 knots and a transoceanic cruising range of 3,000 nautical miles.
Inside, MAXIMUS accommodates 10 guests across four spacious cabins, including a full-beam owner’s suite with a private deckhouse and secluded aft cockpit, a rarity in sailing yacht design. The split-level main saloon, piano lounge, formal dining area and panoramic skylights create a warm, light-filled space that seamlessly blends elegance with comfort.
Outdoors, her dual cockpit arrangement offers distinct zones for entertaining and privacy, with a hydraulic swim platform, crow’s nest elevator, and expansive teak decks ensuring life on board is as adventurous as it is luxurious.
Not just a floating retreat, MAXIMUS is also a competitive sailing yacht. She comes equipped with Southern Spars rigging, Doyle sails, Harken deck gear and a suite of tenders and water toys, including a 7-metre X-Tenders diesel jet, a Zodiac RIB, and a Mylne sailing dinghy with electric auxiliary drive.
For those seeking a performance-driven, world-cruising yacht built to the highest standards, MAXIMUS represents a rare offering, essentially better than new and available for immediate delivery.