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Ken Freivokh Luxury Yacht Charter & Superyacht News

Ken Freivokh is head at Ken Freivokh’s Design (KFD), a luxury yacht design office which has become synonymous with large and ground breaking designs. The office is based in Sansbury Green, Hampshire, in the UK.

Ken Freivokh’s design portfolio includes production yachts but he is perhaps best known for his award winning high specification custom luxury yachts – like the famous Maltese Falcon 88 meter sailing yacht, as well as more recent large sailing projects like Dream Symphony – the largest sailing yacht in the world now being built – and M/Y Stealth amongst many others. See below for all the latest news and information relating to Ken Freivokh:

Motor yacht PRINCE 50 with design by Ken Freivokh in build at Mayra Yachts

April 17, 2013

The beautiful 50-metre motor yacht Prince 50 is currently under construction at the Turkish company Mayra Yachts,  a shipyard belonging to the Prince Group. With design by bespoke Ken Freivokh, Prince 50 yacht represents the first of a series of yachts, which this emerging group is planning.

Luxury motor yacht Project Prince 50 by Prince Group and Ken Freivokh

Luxury motor yacht Prince 50 by Prince Group and Ken Freivokh

Luxury yacht Prince 50 is a vessel designed as a sleek yet highly comfortable, being at the very edge of the 500GT rule. Prince 50 is uniquely long and elegant for her category.

Superyacht Prince 50 is a four deck vessel which boasts some quite unique features. Glass technology is at the forefront of the design, as the yacht not only enjoys large, multi-deck panoramic windows, but even the bulwarks are glazed, creating a very special open feeling towards the sea.

Below is a gallery for the stylish charter yachts with design by Ken Freivokh.

First Pascoe SL Limousine Yacht Tender for 82m new build Mega Yacht under construction

March 13, 2013

The UK builder, Pascoe International, is currently working on its first SL Limousine yacht tender for an 82-metre new build mega yacht. After more than two years of intense development, the first of the fully CNC machined hulls as well as decks for the new Pascoe Limousine superyacht tender line have reached Pascoe HQ for assembly.

New Pascoe SL Limousine yacht tender for 82m Superyacht

New Pascoe SL Limousine yacht tender for 82m Superyacht

Uniquely, the first Pascoe SL Limousine yacht tender project has been developed in full 3D, initially at the studios of Patrick Banfield and stylists Ken Freivokh Design, and ultimately by the highly experienced Pascoe design team. Every component has been fully modelled on computer and precision machined for perfect symmetry and accuracy, and this is patently visible on the raw mouldings now ready for installation.

The SL yacht tender range extends from 9.5m to 10.5m, and includes both the open Landau models and the closed Limousine tenders. The first boat being completed is part of a three boat package for an 82m new build Superyacht.

The supremely efficient and sea-kindly hull form has been developed by naval architect Patrick Banfield, and is a testament to his expertise following years of tender research and development. The key focus has been to provide guests with a comfortable, fast and dry passage irrespective of weather conditions.

SL Limousine superyacht tender under construction at Pascoe International

SL Limousine superyacht tender under construction at Pascoe International

The limousine superyacht tender range is being built to an extremely high specification for absolute rigidity and minimum weight, using carbon epoxy composite technology – this cements Pascoe’s position as the leading edge suppliers of high specification tenders for the World’s top Superyachts.

Styling, ergonomics and careful details have been the responsibility of Ken Freivokh Design. The package has been developed to be highly customisable, either in house or by the mothership’s stylists and designers.

Pascoe has delivered over 120 Superyacht tenders ranging in size from the 5.5m Shuttles to the very high performance 10m SY range.  This level of experience and customisation is unrivalled in the industry, and ensures that all Pascoe tenders fully meet the expectations of discerning clients.

The limousine yacht tender range will further enhance such reputation and confirms Pascoe’s standing as the top choice in the industry.

World Superyacht Awards 2013 Finalist: 63m Yacht MIKHAIL S. VORONTSOV with design by Ken Freivokh

March 11, 2013

The all-new 63m sailing yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov has been nominated for the highly anticipated World Superyacht Awards 2013. Boasting external styling as well as interior by Ken Freivokh Design, Mikhail S. Vorontsov yacht is a breathtaking all wood classic schooner.

World Superyacht Awards 2013 Finalist - 63m mega yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov designed by Ken Freivokh

World Superyacht Awards 2013 Finalist - 63m mega yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov with exterior styling and interior by Ken Freivokh

The amazing superyacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov is the brainchild of Valeriy Stepanenko, CEO of Dream Ship Victory, and is the largest all wood classic in the World, and indeed another project carried out in collaboration with naval architects Dykstra.

The Mikhail S. Vorontsov yacht includes duplex owner quarters with a private deck saloon, a gymnasium and a sauna, with private owner and guest cockpits. Unique and highly detailed wood finishes are a part of the course.

The Dream Ship Victory shipyard completed construction of hull and deck in Turkey, and towed the 63m mega yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov to Balk Shipyard in Holland for final completion and installation of a high class interior by Sinnex.

Below is a gallery for the stylish charter yachts with design by Ken Freivokh.

Balk Shipyard and Dream Ship Victory launch 65m sailing yacht MIKHAIL S. VORONTSOV

February 27, 2013

The spectacular 65-metre sailing yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov has been launched by the Dutch builder Balk Shipyard, in partnership with the Turkish shipyard, Dream Ship Victory. Mikhail S. Vorontsov yacht is a beautiful classic schooner, featuring concept design by Valeriy G. Stepanenko, naval architecture by Gerard Dykstra & Partners and interior design by Ken Freivokh.

65m mega yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov by Dream Ship Victory and Balk Shipyard

65m mega yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov by Dream Ship Victory and Balk Shipyard

The 53-metre bare hull of luxury yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov had already been built in laminated wood by Dream Ship Victory in Turkey, and subsequently, has been transported to the Balk Shipyard in the Netherlands. The three-masted classic staysail rigged yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov represents Balk Shipyard’s largest new construction to date.

Balk Shipyard has been commissioned to ensure superyacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov is completed to the highest Dutch standards of superyacht construction and is fully RINA classified.

Also built entirely in laminated wood, the Mikhail S. Vorontsov yacht’s unique superstructure generates an extraordinary atmosphere. The primary helm position is on the aft deck in the owner’s area, with a second navigation and communication centre located in the forward deckhouse for when privacy is required.

Mikhail S. Vorontsov yacht is fitted with aluminium spars and carbon booms. All eight sails are roller furled and are operated via a hydraulic semi-automatic system that allows for easy handling of the 1478 m² sail area.

5 Dykstra luxury yachts among finalists for World Superyacht Awards 2013

February 04, 2013

Dykstra Naval Architects are delighted to report that five of their luxury vessels have been named as Finalists for the World Superyacht Awards 2013: J Class sailing yacht Rainbow, J Class charter yacht Endeavour, 36 m Classic Sloop Pumula, 51 m Ketch Kamaxitha as well as 64 m superyacht Mikhail S Vorontsov.

J Class superyacht Rainbow

J Class superyacht Rainbow

Rainbow
Luxury yacht Rainbow is a noteworthy 40 m J-Class vessel, based on the original sailboat by William Starling Burgess from 1934. Launched by Holland Jachtbouw in 2012, Rainbow provides beautiful and comfortable accommodation for up to 10 guests.

Luxury charter yacht Endeavour

Luxury charter yacht Endeavour

Endeavour
Luxury charter yacht Endeavour is another beautiful J-Class vessel. She is a spectacular 130-foot classic sloop, featuring elegant and comfortable accommodation for 8 guests in total. Endeavour is available for luxury yacht charter in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, as well as Europe.

Sailing yacht Pumula

Sailing yacht Pumula

Pumula
Sailing yacht Pumula (Project Bugamena) is an elegant 36 m classic sloop, constructed by the prestigious Turkish builder, Royal Huisman. She accommodates her guests in luxurious interiors, designed by bespoke Rhoades Young Design.

Kamaxitha superyacht

Kamaxitha superyacht

Kamaxitha
Royal Huisman-built 2012 superyacht Kamaxitha (Project Spirit of Tradition) is a spectacular long ketch. She bears unique interior design by Rhoades Young, just like Pumula yacht.

Mikhail S. Vorontsov Yacht

Mikhail S. Vorontsov Yacht

Mikhail S. Vorontsov
The breathtaking 2012 Dream Ship Victory sailing yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov is a voluminous 64-metre three-masted classic vessel, boasting magnificent interior design by Ken Freivokh. Mikhail S. Vorontsov has been outfitted and completed by Balk Shipyard in the Netherlands.

On May 4th 2013 the World Superyacht Award ceremony will be held in Istanbul, hosted by the Boat International Media Group.

Fincantieri Trieste Shipyard completes drydock on luxury yacht ECLIPSE

November 21, 2012

Fincantieri has successfully finished a drydock on the superyacht “Eclipse”. Following her sea trials, luxury yacht “Eclipse” has left the shipyard. Maintenance activities were performed at the Trieste San Marco shipyard and took around 4 weeks of work as well as the employment of some 70 persons.

Megayacht ECLIPSE at Fincantieri Trieste Shipyard

Megayacht ECLIPSE at Fincantieri Trieste Shipyard

With this prestigious intervention on the “Eclipse” superyacht, Fincantieri has confirmed its presence in the high value megayacht sector; this already boasts the delivery in 2011 of the 134m MY “Serene”, the largest most luxurious and technologically advanced craft ever built in Italy. The “Serene” is among the top ten private yachts in the world and in 2012, was the winner of the “World Superyacht Awards“. At the yard facilities in Muggiano, Fincantieri now continues with the construction of a second megayacht, even more challenging and demanding than the first, the 140m megayacht “Victory”.

Luxury motor yacht SERENE by Fincantieri

Luxury motor yacht SERENE by Fincantieri

In addition to construction, repair and refitting, Fincantieri activities in this sector also include the development of innovative concepts aimed for commercial development. Three concept projects, which are being developed on platforms engineered by Fincantieri, have been recently introduced. These units have aroused great interest among the experts and are the 88m superyacht “Virage88″, designed by Andrew Winch which concept choice, as the name implies, was inspired by the movement of waves; the 145m megayacht “Fortissimo”, a “gas turbine yacht” designed by Ken Freivokh, with an innovative design and a propulsion system capable of a speed of over 35 knots, while minimizing environmental impact; the 142m luxury yacht Armonia, styled by Andrea Vallicelli and engineered by Fincantieri Yachts.

Dream Ship Victory to launch the 65m sailing yacht MIKHAIL S. VORONTSOV at the end of 2012

October 18, 2012

Measuring 65 meters in length, the impressive 65m Dream Ship Victory sailing yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov is due to be launched at the end of this year. Mikhail S. Vorontsov superyacht is a breathtaking three-masted classic schooner, featuring a concept design by Valeriy G. Stepanenko, naval architecture by Gerard Dykstra & Partners and interior design by Ken Freivokh. At the moment, the yard is also working on the largest wooden sailboat in the world – the 141m megayacht Dream Symphony, scheduled for launch in 2014.

Dream Ship Victory Classic Superyacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov

Dream Ship Victory Classic Superyacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov

The Turkish builder, Dream Ship Victory, is also collaborating with Balk Shipyard. The company has been commisioned to ensure superyacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov is completed to the highest Dutch standards of superyacht construction and will be fully RINA classified.

The total number of 12 guests is provided with the utmost in luxury aboard the splendid Mikhail S. Vorontsov yacht. She boasts 6 beautifully appointed suites and carries an impeccable crew of 12 professionals.

Constructed entirely of laminated wood, comprising acajou, sapelli as well as teak, the 65m luxury yacht Mikhail S. Vorontsov is run by twin MTU 8V 2000 M72 diesels with 720KW (966bhp) @ 2250 rpm.

Luxury yacht concepts by Ken Freivokh and Dykstra based on the 88m Perini Navi charter yacht MALTESE FALCON

September 28, 2012

While keeping the traditional look as well as feel developed for the 88m Perini Navi charter yacht Maltese Falcon, the latest yacht concepts by renowned Ken Freivokh, in partnership with Dykstra & Partners, are designed to take the unique Maltese Falcon superyacht concept a step futher. These new designs vary in length from 65 to 105m.

Maltese Falcon -  (2)

Maltese Falcon - (2)

105m Dyna Rig Yacht
The 105 megayacht includes ocean viewing thanks to exceptional windows within the keel, an all glass lift is the centerpiece of the triple height atrium stairs. Designed around the concept of keeping the whole family together, the accommodation includes children areas, family TV rooms, private balconies and an array of shell doors to launch a vast array of tenders and toys.

105m Dyna Rig Yacht

105m Dyna Rig Yacht - Image courtesy of Ken Freivokh Design

100m Dyna Rig Yacht
The 100m superyacht is a natural development of the 88m luxury yacht Maltese Falcon, optimised to achieve more than double the internal accommodation. Designed to achieve in excess of 3.5m headroom at major guest spaces. A major toy and tender garage houses a couple of 10m Pascoe limo tenders, a hydroplane and a range of utility tenders and jet skis. A unique helipad has been developed forward, with extending deck sections creating a great platform forward, which can also be put to good use for guest entertainment and to view dolphins.

A glass fronted swimming pool is mastered by a full height aquarium facing a nightclub/gymnasium. The master suite has been developed as a duplex over two decks, with a private staircase. Most guest suites include a private saloon, which can be divided off to create additional cabin accommodation.

100m Dyna Rig Yacht

100m Dyna Rig Yacht - Image courtesy of Ken Freivokh Design

90m Dyna Rig Yacht
The 90m yacht design includes handsome panoramic windows which, together with balconies and shell doors, as well as a multilevel “beach” aft, will ensure a very close integration with the sea. A private owner’s deck, corporate facilities and the latest in communications ensure that the owner can retain full control of his interests from an ideal setting.

90m Dyna Rig Yacht

90m Dyna Rig Yacht - Image courtesy of Ken Freivokh Design

65m Dyna Rig Yacht
A two masted version of “Maltese Falcon’s” clipper rig, with radical hull and styling, and an amazing open plan split-level interior – the 65m yacht is another project in collaboration with Dykstra & Partners.

65m Dyna Rig Yacht

65m Dyna Rig Yacht - Image courtesy of Ken Freivokh Design

Below is a selection of the spectacular charter yachts designed by renowned Ken Freivokh.

Maori Yachts to exhibit at Monaco Yacht Show 2012

September 17, 2012

The Italian builder Maori Yachts will be participating at the 2012 Monaco Yacht Show, starting this week. They will be situated inside the tender show, presenting all the range of Maori models. For the very first time, there will also be the new Maori 37′ yacht tender as well as the latest Maori 52′ Collider yacht on display.

Maori Yacht to attend the Monaco Yacht Show 2012

Maori Yacht to attend the Monaco Yacht Show 2012

Maori 37′
Sleek yet uncompromising Maori 37′ yacht tender is a fast, comfotable, spacious, simple, safe and stylish runabout, developed by the well known Nauta Design. It represents unprecedented style, speed as well as comfort.

Maori 37' yacht tender

Maori 37' yacht tender

Maori 52′ Collider
Styled by renowned Ken Freivokh Design, the newest Maori 52′ Collider yacht is a splendid, futuristic tender, boasting an axe bow as well as striking lines. It is run by twin FTP 510hp engines driven by Jolly Surface Drives.

Maori 52' Collider yacht tender by Maori Yachts

Maori 52' Collider yacht tender by Maori Yachts

The new Sunseeker motor yacht Predator 80

September 06, 2012

Providing limitless options from top-end sports performance through to long distance cruising, the latest motor yacht Predator 80 by the prominent UK builder Sunseeker is the most flexible vessel in the range. The amazing variety of options available on the Predator 80 superyacht realy makes it a luxury vessel to suit every lifestyle.

Luxury motor yacht Predator 80 by Sunseeker

Luxury motor yacht Predator 80 by Sunseeker

With a sleek, aggressive new look and a performance hull the luxury yacht Predator 80 accommodates a guest party of eight in a four cabin arrangement, with crew quarters or fifth guest suite in the stern. And with the performance option of Twin Arneson drives coupled with twin 16V 2000 M14 MTUs the Predator leaves the competition in its wake at a top speed of up to 45 knots, while the standard engine options deliver an impressive 30-40 knots.

New design highlights can be felt throughout the Predator 80 superyacht, from her stunning panoramic hull windows which floods the cabin with light, through to the visible carbon fibre which hints at the Predator’s performance pedigree.

Whether choosing the performance or distance cruising options though, style, luxury and comfort remain at the heart of the Predator. The master stateroom exemplifies the consistent high standards of detail and finish Sunseeker is so well known for with a fantastic new wood finish, walk in wardrobe and stunning vanity units.

John Braithwaite, Technical Director at Sunseeker said: “The new Predator 80 is a magnificent machine from stern to bow. The design team has been working tirelessly to maximise the layout to get the very best performance without compromising the spacious feel of the yacht. The results are stunning, with increased indoor and outdoor living space, an additional private sunbathing area up front, and an impressive deck saloon with formal dining for up to eight guests.”

Superyacht Predator 80 also boasts a brand new interior design style exclusively developed with Ken Freivokh labeled ‘Signature Look’. This exclusive design can be felt throughout the Predator 80 from the large aft cockpit which features a sunpad and additional seating for eight people for alfresco dining.

The latest addition to the Predator range also features a modern take on the console with a stylish yet practical design which complements the new interior elegance. And with the optional joystick maneuvering system, the Predator 80 yacht’s close quarter handling is extremely agile in even the tightest situations.

However, style doesn’t come at the cost of practicality. The new motor yacht Predator 80 offers spacious crew accommodation with 2 berths, separate showers and ensuite, as well as increased deck storage, and a larger tender garage which can hold a Williams 445 jet tender.

Below is a selection of the magnificent charter yachts built by Sunseeker.