The Yacht Channel

This 262 ft/80.77 m Motor Yacht was built by Canadian Vickers in 1963 for the Canadian Coast Guard.

Her top speed is 13.0 kn and she boasts a maximum range of 10000.0 nm when navigating at cruising speed, with power coming from two Ruston diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 20 guests in 10 staterooms, with 24 crew members.

U.S. BUILT 150ft to 214 ft
UP TO 29-KNOTS , with economy cruise at 12 knots at 50 gph
SHALLOW DRAFT, Hamilton jet-drive option.
CAT POWER
UNDER 500 GT

Configure for your Mission:
Island Cruising
Yacht Support
Sporfishing
Treasure Hunting

Configure for your Mission:
Up to 6,000 nm range
30+ Days Endurance
Dynamic Positioning (DP2)
Bring all the Toys:
Submersible or ROV’s
ATV’s and Bikes
Helicopter
Tenders
Flats Boats
Sportfisher
Interior spaces for:
6 Guest Cabins & Salons
Walk-in Refrigeration
Gym / Spa / Sauna Gaming Room / Theater
For more information regarding expedition yachts, go to http://XplorerYachts.com

The fast expedition yacht (150-200 ft) is a new option. These vessels burn only 50 gal/hr at 12 knots, but can hit 29-knots when you want to get there fast! Check them out at XplorerYachts.com

63m /206ft Technical Tour of Norwegian-built Emergency Vessel - can be an awesome Expedition Yacht. See Matterport 3D of bridge and engine room here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=jHXF2cpt4hu

Main Description
Survivor Class........FSV Class ‘A’ ERRV Year Built/Converted..............1992/2014
Place of Build............Brattvaag, Norway

Principal Dimensions
Length o.a................................63.00m Length
Capacities
Freshwater.................................329m3 Fuel
Cargo Deck Area..........................260m2
Deck Cargo...........................350 tonne
Cargo Pumps
Machinery and Propulsion
Main Engines.....................2 x 1840 kw
Total.......................................3680 kw
Main Propulsion Type.....Bergen Diesel
Propellers...............................2 x CPP
Azimuth Thruster.................1 x 736 kw
Emergency Generator..........1 x 30 KVA
Aux. el. Generator...............1 x 390 kw
Shaft Generator...............2 x 1800 KVA

Deck Equipment
Hydr. Deck/Rescue Crane....1 x 3 tonne Cable

Lifesaving and Rescue Equipment
Daughter Craft....................2 x MP 1000 DC
Davits............2 x Hydramarine G100
FRC...............................1 x MP Woodo
FRC Davit.............1 x Hydramarine A 32
Deck Rescue Crane...........1 x 3T @ 12m Rescue
Accommodation
Total beds......................................18
Single Berth...................................12 Twin Berth...

An emergency response and rescue vessel (ERRV) needs combine good manoeuvrability, enhanced survivor reception and medical after-care facilities, state of art navigational/communications equipment and rescue craft capable of operating in severe weather.
ERRVs are fitted with both daughter craft (DC) and fast rescue craft (FRC). In many respects the launch/recovery phases of both FRC and DC are limiting factors in respect of their use and especially the recovery operation requires a high degree of professionalism and teamwork between the craft’s crew and those operating the davit on board of the ERRV.
In some cases the weather conditions are too severe to launch rescue craft, hence in such circumstances ERRVs with a mechanical recovery device are provided to recover survivors directly from the sea. The most common equipment is Dacon Scoop: a crane-operated rescue net for recovery of casualties directly from the water on board of a rescue vessel.

This is Part 1 of a 2-part technical tour of a vessel. Part 2 deals with the engine room and the gigantic mud and cement tanks, that many of these vessels were built with when they operated as Offshore Supply Vessels (OSV's).

The fast rescue vessels (Daughter Craft) website: https://maritime-partner.com/segments/boats

Special thanks to:
Master: Damien Reynolds
Chief Officer Don Quinn
and
Atlantic Offshore (https://atlantic-offshore.no/)

For more information regarding expedition yachts, go to http://XplorerYachts.com

Paul Madden takes a step back to review what the expedition yacht mission is, and he examines which commercial vessels are most sought after for conversion to become global expedition yacht.

Here are some links to the vessels discussed in this video:
ISLAND VENTURE offshore construction ship: https://youtu.be/vtcYJo2-3Y0
18m RUSARC AURORA, the Arctic Explorer Sailing Yacht: https://whale-expeditions.com/antarctica_en

85m VOLSTAD EXPLORER that was converted by ICON - https://freireshipyard.com/en/buque/oceanographic-offshore/volstad-surveyor/

Ulstein-designed 85m Anchor Handler:UT 722: https://ulstein.com/historic-references/yno-217-far-grip

Ulstein-designed anchor handler similar to the vessel currently being converted by ICON yachts, UT 719 R: https://www.en.kleven.no/references/havila-tigris

Platform Supply Vessels: https://www.chouest.com/vessels.html

For more information regarding expedition yachts, go to http://XplorerYachts.com

Please get in touch if you are ready to start your expedition yacht conversion in 2022. We have vessels available for conversion in Europe and in U.S. visit XplorerYachts.com Designs by Grant Maugham.

After WWII, where a number of private mega-yachts had served as gunboats and warships; some returned to private use and many were scrapped. However, in the 1950's, Aristotle Onassis converted a Canadian Frigate into a 99 meter/ 325' luxury yacht, now called CHRISTINA O. This was the first of many yachts that we now refer to as "Conversions".
Paul Madden explores the history of conversion yachts, from the offshore tugs to the more recent state-of-the-art research vessels, offshore supply vessels and commercial ice-breakers.
See full video on The Yacht Channel https://lnkd.in/dPm9AETy
More info on conversions at XplorerYachts.com

For Sale - Unique 19-knot, ice-class, diesel-electric expedition yacht designed for operation in extreme conditions and ice to support heli skiing adventures for the consummate sportsman (and ladies). Originally built to the highest technical spec for government operation in Scandinavia, a bank failure left the shipyard as owners and they have asked us to find the highest and best use for this unique craft - and this we have done.

This Ocean Xplorer 71 conversion is built upon a new rugged offshore hull with all new machinery, electronics and state-of-the-art systems.

SEE FULL VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/Ib6gloUhosM

See more Explorer Yachts at XplorerYachts.com

In Part 2 of the series, see how 1930 and 1931 saw more than a half-mile of new Expedition Yachts built by the world's wealthiest people at a cost in excess of $2 billion. Yachts ranging in size to over 400 ft, with steam-turbine electric propulsion delivering 20-knot speed; they offered luxurious accommodations coupled with global range and ocean-crossing capabilities.
A generation of uber-wealthy yachtsmen who had naval experience from WWI and the ability to carry out scientific expeditions globally. Almost all of these vessels became warships in WWII and converted easily into gunships and fast U-Boat hunters.

See more of the Vanderbilt videos here: https://www.youtube.com/c/VanderbiltmuseumOrgNY/videos

For more information regarding expedition yachts, go to http://XplorerYachts.com

The series looks at the first expeditions and the vessels chosen by Magellan, Darwin and Shackleton; examining Mission, Vessel and Outcome. Part 1 takes us from the 1500's to the late 20th Century and the advent of the Explorer Yachtsman and the first generation of converted commercial and research ships that became expedition yachts.

Heading to Spain, France and Italy to inspect yachts for U.S. clients. Looking forward to doing a video aboard our 68 meter 19-knot ice-class vessel in Vigo, Spain, and seeing a new SanLorenzo in La Spezia.

TITAN is Oceanco’s new elegant and sporty 117m super yacht concept. The exterior styling has been particularly well-groomed with minute attention to detail especially regarding the right proportion of the superstructure. Her slender underwater hull shape, designed for low resistance, coupled with a low overall hybrid propulsion power system allows this stunning yacht to reach speeds of 18 knots. Her fuel efficiency, reduction of harmful exhaust emissions and her silent operational capabilities makes this yacht ideal for worldwide cruising in an eco-conscious mode.
With a beam of 15.30m she can comfortably accommodate twelve guests in six double cabins as well as her Owners in a superb suite with an open terrace and a private whirlpool on the aft upper deck. On main deck a very exclusive lounge area including the formal dining table has been create in middle part of the yacht with exclusive full height windows on each side designed with an inverted angle above the sea providing an unhindered panoramic sea view without any reflexion from the interior. On lower deck guests can enjoy the vast relaxing beach club and a wellness area, lounge and bar facilities with a folding swimming platform on each side for easy access to the sea; adjacent to this beach club area is a fully equipped gym, massage room, beauty salon, sauna and cinema. Distinctive titanium integrated parts, combined with her red painted hull gives TITAN a bold and strong look. Stunning lines and striking volumes already characterise this new Oceanco concept, and she will no doubt make heads turn wherever she cruises.

The Yacht Channel is presented by Paul Madden who is a former shipyard representative for Blohm+Voss, CRN and other yacht builders. He is available to assist qualified yacht buyers and can be reached at pm@XplorerYachts,com The Yacht Channel is presented by Paul Madden who is a former shipyard representative for Blohm+Voss, CRN and other yacht builders. He is available to assist qualified yacht buyers and can be reached at [email protected]

From Burgess: RAGNAR is more than a charter yacht. RAGNAR is a powerful portal into a world of adventure and excitement, an ice breaking vortex that transports the brave and the bold into a world of bears and orca, of midnight fire in the sky and glistening, untouched pistes of snow and ice. RAGNAR grants the willing the ability to fly with eagles, to dive with whales, to carve through the waves with the power of 800 horses and to race across snowy valleys at the twist of a wrist.

RAGNAR is a legendary figure in Old Norse history and mythology. King of the Vikings, RAGNAR is the most powerful, the most beautiful, but also the most charming and seductive figure. After days spent experiencing life at the edge of existence, guests will be pampered by the spa centre with massage room, sauna, steam room and foot spa. They will luxuriate in the top deck whirlpool bath and the C deck pool forward of the fully certified helipad, test their strength in the large, fully equipped gym, dine on the pool deck or inside under the awesome gaze of an effigy of RAGNAR himself, then contemplate the majesty of high latitudes from the B deck observation lounge.

At the end of another day of living as few will ever live and seeing what few will ever see, RAGNAR's 12 guests will retire to two elevated B deck master suites, four main deck double suites, a twin suite for staff and an office that converts into another twin suite.

RAGNAR has Arctic explorer capability, the power to handle all weathers with full ice breaking functionality, 6,000nm range and zero speed stabilisers for peaceful nights. Guests will need at least a week to experience all of her toys, including an Airbus EC145 helicopter for heliskiing and a three-passenger submarine to explore the depths, both available by request.

Add to that the 8.9m Marell ice condition tender with 800hp engines and power heating and two 7.5m Castoldi jet tenders, four jetskis, four snowmobiles, four quadbikes and you understand the unbreakable spirit of adventure that flows through RAGNAR and her guests. Enter the portal.

Key features
- Range of 6,000 nautical miles to explore the most remote areas of the planet
- LY3 classed with Arctic Explorer capabilities
- Spa facilities: a massage room, sauna, steam room & more
- A fully equipped gym
- Fully certified Helipad
- Submersible available at an extra charge
- Having a ‘double master’
- whirlpool bath on top deck and pool on C-deck
- Full ice breaking functionality with a surplus of power designed for extreme weather conditions

Capable Offshore Supply Vessels converted to Expedition Yachts through a collaboration with top European re-fit shipyards. Paul Madden lays out a Turn-Key Solution for yacht owners.
For more information on vessel conversions, please visit http://XplorerYachts,com The Yacht Channel is presented by Paul Madden who is a former shipyard representative for Blohm+Voss, CRN and other yacht builders. He is available to assist qualified yacht buyers and can be reached at [email protected]

The Yacht Channel is presented by Paul Madden who is a former shipyard representative for Blohm+Voss, CRN and other yacht builders. He is available to consult for qualified yacht buyers and can be reached at pm@XplorerYachts,com The Yacht Channel is presented by Paul Madden who is a former shipyard representative for Blohm+Voss, CRN and other yacht builders. He is available to assist qualified yacht buyers and can be reached at [email protected]

This yacht conversion is based on a NEW 19-knot ice-class Scandinavian Search & Rescue vessel. We can easily bring this vessel to Florida to do a conversion into an amazing Global Ice-Class Expedition Yacht. The shipyard is motivated to sell it now. See more at XplorerYachts.com or email [email protected] -class

171' former NOAA research ship is perfect for conversion into Global Expedition/Research Yacht. Just had $1 million re-fit in Seattle and then transited 8,000 nm to Singapore where she is for sale. See full video tour here: https://lnkd.in/eW8Jqsk

171' former NOAA research ship is perfect for conversion into Global Expedition/Research Yacht. Just had $1 million re-fit in Seattle and then transited 8,000 nm to Singapore where she is for sale. New 5-year class survey, along with new paint and recent upgrades put her in condition to travel the world as-is. But for some, this is a great opportunity to install a new interior and extras like submersibles, ROV's and RIBS in order to cruise the world.
More conversion yachts at http://XplorerYachts.com

The Yacht Channel is presented by Paul Madden who is a former shipyard representative for Blohm+Voss, CRN and other yacht builders. He is available to consult for qualified yacht buyers and can be reached at pm@XplorerYachts,com The Yacht Channel is presented by Paul Madden who is a former shipyard representative for Blohm+Voss, CRN and other yacht builders. He is available to assist qualified yacht buyers and can be reached at [email protected]' former NOAA research ship is perfect for conversion into Global Expedition/Research Yacht. Just had $1 million re-fit in Seattle and then transited 8,000 nm to Singapore where she is for sale. See full video tour here: https://lnkd.in/eW8Jqsk