TURKISH TAKEOVER
BILGIN YACHTS
Bilgin Yachts, the Istanbul based boutique shipyard known for commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and sustainability, proudly unveiled two remarkable superyachts, Leona (80 meters or 263 feet) and Kasif (42 meters or 138 feet) this year at the Monaco Yacht Show. Bilgin has been a family-run business for five generations since the early 1900’s.
“Leona”
Leona emerges as the second jewel in Bilgin Yacht’s illustrious 80-meter Bilgin 263 series. Leona built for a Saudi Royal, exudes opulence at every turn with lots and lots of gold décor. It has a distinctive red and white exterior making it stand out from others at sea or in port. The superyacht has five interconnecting decks. Leona’s lower deck boasts an extraordinary beach club adorned with Greek statues, a mesmerizing, blue-tiled swimming pool, and fiber-optic ceiling that mirrors a starlit sky. The main salon features a captivating tiger onyx island fireplace while the main stair lobby houses an impressive bubble tank. There is also a large cinema with incredible acoustics, a wellness room, hookah room, and futuristic gym. The superyacht encompasses eco-friendliness and sustainability which are core attributes of the Bilgin 263 series.
KASIF EXPLORER
The sporty Kasif in the 50-meter series, marks a milestone as the first vessel from the new Antalya facility for Bilgin Yachts. The name Kasif means ‘explorer’ in Turkish.
Leona