The Hardest Working Deck in Yachting

By Keelin Brook

Some define luxury through beautiful exteriors, others through unrivalled detail and effortless convenience. Damen Yachting’s new 75 metre hybrid expedition yacht combines both, while adding something rather more practical to the mix. Its vast working deck can accommodate a car, two substantial tenders and the equipment needed for serious exploration, before transforming into an elegant beach club complete with a swimming pool. In our opinion, it might just be the hardest working deck in yachting.

Beyond the Beaten Track

Getting beyond the usual cruising grounds requires more than a capable yacht. It requires the right equipment to get you there, and somewhere to keep it.

That’s where this deck comes into its own. With space for a 14 metre fast tender, a utility vessel and even a car, it’s designed to carry the tools for proper exploration without compromising the experience on board. Tenders can take guests into shallow waters, the utility vessel can support more adventurous pursuits and the car opens up the possibility of exploring further once ashore.

It’s a practical approach to expedition yachting, but one that gives owners considerably more freedom once they reach their destination.

From Expedition to Escape

Once the tenders are launched and the equipment is out of the way, the working deck takes on an entirely different character.

The same generous space can be transformed into a sophisticated outdoor retreat, with a swimming pool and lounge area creating the perfect setting for a long afternoon at sea. What was once a hub of activity becomes somewhere to swim, relax and enjoy the surroundings.

A Deck That Does It All

It’s this ability to change with the day that makes the design particularly compelling. Rather than dedicating valuable space to equipment that might only be used occasionally, Damen Yachting has created a deck with two distinct lives.

One is built around adventure. The other is all about enjoyment.

And perhaps that’s the real luxury: having the space and freedom to decide which one you want.

"We are proud to be at the forefront of a new breed of luxury expedition vessels and this highly innovative new project embodies this approach."

Rose Damen, Managing Director

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"We are proud to be at the forefront of a new breed of luxury expedition vessels and this highly innovative new project embodies this approach."

Rose Damen, Managing Director
By Keelin Brook
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