JFA expedition yacht Axantha II nominated for IY&A Award 2013

The prominent French luxury yacht builder, JFA Yachts, is proud to report that ...

JFA expedition yacht Axantha II nominated for IY&A Award 2013

November 22, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent French luxury yacht builder, JFA Yachts, is proud to report that its 43-metre motor yacht Axantha II has been nominated for the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2013 in the ‘Power Yacht over 40 Metres’ category.

43m JFA superyacht Axantha II - Photo credit: B. Stichelbaut/JFA

43m JFA superyacht Axantha II - Photo credit: B. Stichelbaut/JFA

The winners will be announced in London during a gala evening at the Dorchester Ballroom on 19th April 2013.

Luxury yacht Axantha II - view from above

Luxury yacht Axantha II - view from above Photo credit: B. Stichelbaut/JFA

Designed by the Naval Architect Vripack, Axantha II superyacht is by her shape and her profile thought for faraway destination. Her aluminium hull and superstructures, give her a moderate displacement which, combined with reasonably sized engine, allow her to reach a speed of 14.8 knots. A consumption of only 110 litres at 11.5 knots, offers 6795 miles autonomy, ideal for ocean voyage.

43m expedition yacht Axantha II - front view

43m expedition yacht Axantha II - front view Photo credit: B. Stichelbaut/JFA

The interior layout and passengers flow intend to offer guests the enjoyment of all outdoor aft areas, i.e. the lounges and access to the sea. As for the forward part, it is dedicated for the crew and has direct access to the forward deck. This large and clear forward deck (or tender deck) enables the storage of two 5.6 meter ribs, perfectly equipped for one day expeditions.

Tenders aboard Axantha II superyacht

Tenders aboard Axantha II superyacht Photo credit: B. Stichelbaut/JFA

Luxury yacht Axantha II, with no less than 340 square meters of interior arrangements, can comfortably accommodate eleven guests and eight crew members. The interior layouts are made in stained cherry wood, the floors, in either teak or douka, are accented by a wenge edge. Great care was paid to sound and vibration insulation, the sound levels measured in various zones attest to an extremely quiet boat.

Superyacht Axantha II - Main Saloon

Superyacht Axantha II - Main Saloon

JFA superyacht Axantha II will also be present at Antibes Yacht show (12 – 15 April) and MYBA charter show in Genoa (30 April – 4 May).

43m motor yacht Axantha II - Master Cabin

43m motor yacht Axantha II - Master Cabin

Technical Specifications of the 43m expedition yacht Axantha II

L.O.A.: 43 m
LWL : 38.8 m
B.O.A. 8.75 m
Draft : 2.5m
Displacement: 305 t half load
Engines : 2x 750 Hp
Gensets : 2x 80 kW + 1x 50 kW
Cruise speed : 12.5 knts
Range : 6795 nm à 11.5 knts
Capacity : 11 guests – 8 crew members

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