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APEX 850 WILL BECOME THE WORLD ’ S LARGEST ALUMINIUM SAILING YACHT
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ROYAL HUISMAN ’ S LATEST SAILING SUPERYACHT CONCEPT IS NOTHING SHORT OF MONUMENTAL . THE EPIC 279-FOOTER HAS A MAST TALLER THAN THE STATUE OF LIBERTY AND WILL BE THE WORLD ’ S LARGEST SLOOP IF IT COMES TO FRUITION .
The design , which is fittingly dubbed Apex 850 , was penned in partnership with renowned designer Malcolm McKeon , who has more than 30 years of experience in the game and some 200 vessels to his name .
With an air draft of 351 feet , the vessel has a good 46 feet on Lady Liberty and a similarly statuesque presence . Of course , she would seldom stay stationary . The yard has dubbed Apex an ‘ extraordinary ocean greyhound ’ that would be capable of eclipsing wind speed in most conditions and exceeding 20 knots . On top of that , she ’ s designed to handle like a much smaller boat .
‘ Her retractable keel , optimized weight distribution and limited heel angle will provide stability , comfort and safety for all on board ’, McKeon said in a press release . ‘ Her twin high aspect rudders will provide a rapid response to her fly by wire helm .’
Propulsion , meanwhile , is via twin propellers , capable of generating energy under sail as well as drawing upon it via motor . By mating die- sel and electric , Silent Mode can be activated overnight to reduce noise and exhaust fumes .
Onboard , Apex features an all-glass superstructure that is at one with the surroundings . It offers 2,150 square feet of guest cockpit and a generous saloon that connects with the outside world via sprawling views . She can sleep up to 10 to 12 guests across five suites , as well as 14 crew in 10 cabins .
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The 2,690-square-foot owner ’ s area is located at the aft of the vessel and boasts a full-beam bedroom , private lounge , a giant TV , a sauna , a walk-in wardrobe and a bathroom . This space opens onto a beach club and private cinema . Further aft , there ’ s also a 540-squarefoot swim platform , gym and social area .
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