St Barths Superyachts and the World’s Most Exclusive New Year’s Eve
St Barths superyachts dominate the global yachting calendar every New Year’s Eve. On 31 December 2025, a record 226 superyachts gathered in Gustavia Bay, confirming the island as the world’s most exclusive maritime destination.
From the harbour entrance to the outer anchorage line, the bay formed a continuous arc of sterns facing town and bows facing open sea — animated by a permanent choreography of tenders, chase boats, security craft and supply runs threading between hulls. Gustavia no longer felt like a harbour. It operated as a fully active superyacht hub — dense, controlled, saturated.
I had the rare privilege of witnessing one of the most extraordinary gatherings ever seen in modern yachting.
For New Year’s Eve 2025, Gustavia Bay brought together a major part of the Caribbean charter fleet alongside some of the largest and most prestigious private superyachts in the world. The result was a floating city of hulls, masts and silhouettes — a spectacle of scale, power and precision.
What made this edition exceptional was not only the number, but the profile of the fleet: ultra-large charter flagships, private giants with strong architectural identities, and expedition-grade platforms whose presence has become as natural in St Barths as in Monaco.
What unfolded in front of Gustavia was a fleet without equivalent — charter icons and private legends assembled in one of the most exclusive anchorages on the planet.
RISING SUN — 138m — Lürssen (2004) — Private superyacht
Some yachts are built to be admired.
Others are built to become history.
Rising Sun was built to become a legend.
When she was launched in 2004 by the German shipyard Lürssen, the world of superyachting had never seen anything like her. At 138 metres, she was one of the largest private yachts ever built — but more importantly, she represented a radical new philosophy of what a private yacht could be.
She was not designed to look like a yacht.
She was designed to look like a private city at sea.
And behind her creation stood two extraordinary men.
The last masterpiece of Jon Bannenberg
Rising Sun is the final project of Jon Bannenberg, the most influential yacht designer of the 20th century.
Bannenberg is the man who invented modern superyacht design. Before him, yachts looked like ships. After him, yachts became floating works of art. He designed the first truly large private yachts, and he shaped the language of luxury at sea.
Rising Sun was his farewell.
Already gravely ill during the design phase, Bannenberg poured everything he had into this final project. He wanted to create a yacht that would not follow any convention. A yacht that would not age. A yacht that would be instantly recognisable from the horizon.
Her architecture is therefore bold, monumental, almost brutalist. Long horizontal decks, massive volumes, and above all her signature feature: her immense glass façades, something never seen before on a yacht of this scale.
Bannenberg wanted the sea to be part of the interior.
To make this possible, Lürssen had to search the world for new materials. The glass panels were specially engineered and coated with a revolutionary heat-insulating film, reducing solar gain and dramatically lowering the energy required for air conditioning — a visionary move at a time when environmental efficiency was not yet a priority in yachting.
Rising Sun was already thinking decades ahead.
Built for one of the most powerful men on Earth
The yacht was commissioned by Larry Ellison, founder of Oracle and one of the most powerful figures in global technology.
Ellison wanted more than a yacht.
He wanted a floating headquarters.
A private fortress.
A global base of operations.
A place where heads of state, tech leaders, investors and celebrities could be hosted in absolute privacy — anywhere in the world.
Everything on board was therefore designed on a scale never seen before on a private vessel:
enormous reception lounges, multiple dining rooms, cinemas, conference rooms, sports courts, spas, and private decks that feel more like terraces of a luxury skyscraper than a yacht.
Later, the yacht was acquired by David Geffen, legendary music and film producer, co-founder of DreamWorks and one of the most influential figures in Hollywood. Under Geffen, Rising Sun became a floating cultural salon, hosting the most powerful names in entertainment, politics and business.
From Silicon Valley to Hollywood, Rising Sun became a moving epicentre of global power.
A ship disguised as a yacht
Technically, Rising Sun is closer to a commercial vessel than a yacht.
Her propulsion system delivers over 12,230 horsepower, allowing her to reach an astonishing 28 knots — an extraordinary speed for a vessel of this size. She cruises comfortably at 26 knots, faster than many 60-metre yachts.
She was also equipped with custom-built soot particle filters, drastically reducing exhaust emissions — another visionary decision long before environmental responsibility became a central topic in yachting.
She is built to cross oceans at speed, in complete autonomy, with the stability and endurance of a liner.
A floating myth
Over the years, Rising Sun has become one of the most famous yachts on Earth.
She has been seen in Monaco, Cannes, St Tropez, the Caribbean, Tahiti, Alaska, the Mediterranean and the Pacific. Wherever she goes, she becomes the reference point. The yacht everyone talks about. The yacht everyone photographs.
She has hosted:
- presidents and prime ministers
- tech billionaires
- Hollywood royalty
- global CEOs and investors
She is not a yacht people rent.
She is a yacht people are invited onto.
St Barths — New Year’s Eve
On New Year’s Eve in St Barths, Rising Sun was not just present.
She was the centre of gravity.
Her immense silhouette dominated Gustavia Bay like a floating skyline. Her decks glowed across the water. Fireworks reflected in her glass walls. Tenders and security boats formed a constant ballet around her hull.
Among the world’s greatest yachts gathered for the most exclusive night of the year, Rising Sun did not compete.
She reigned.
KISMET — 122m — Lürssen (2024) — Charter
Kismet is one of those yachts that changes the geometry of a bay.
Built by Lürssen and delivered in 2024, she carries the exterior signature of Nuvolari Lenard, including a defining detail at the bow: a sculptural jaguar figure integrated into the profile. The interiors were executed by Reymond Langton — the team behind some of the most recognisable contemporary “statement” interiors at this size.
What separates Kismet from earlier 100m+ charter yachts is that she was designed around fully programmed onboard life, not just accommodation. Her wellness zone is not a token spa: it is a full “wellness suite” with hammam, sauna and cryotherapy — plus a private treatment room with waterfall shower and chromotherapy bath. Her lower deck includes the “Nemo cinema” (not a lounge with a screen — an actual cinema concept), and there is even an underwater seating area built into the guest experience.
Operationally, she is also part of the new generation of big yachts integrating modern propulsion and onboard systems designed for quieter running and smoother station-keeping.
In Gustavia, Kismet was not just present.
She became a reference point.
AMADEA — 106.1m — Lürssen (2017) — Private yacht
One of the most talked-about giants on the anchorage during New Year’s Eve in St Barths, Amadea is far more than just a majestic silhouette on the water — she is a yacht with a narrative that spans design audacity, technical excellence and a very complex recent history.
Built in 2017 by the legendary German shipyard Lürssen, Amadea stretches an impressive 106.1 metres with a gross tonnage of 4,402 GT, making her one of the largest private motor yachts afloat. Her sleek exterior is the work of Espen Øino International, whose design gives her a powerful yet elegant presence that has turned heads wherever she goes. Inside, the French design house François Zuretti crafted sumptuous interiors that combine classic refinement with modern comfort, spread across multiple lavish decks.
But Amadea’s story isn’t just about lines and luxury — it’s about ambition and intrigue. Originally known under the project name Mistral, she was commissioned with a brief from her owner to blend contemporary presence with classical sophistication, with meticulous attention to detail throughout.
Over the years since her delivery, Amadea has hosted private cinema experiences, helipad landings, infinity pool lounging and grand social gatherings on her expansive decks — defining what a modern superyacht can be.
In recent years, Amadea has also been at the centre of one of the most unusual episodes in yacht history. In 2022, the vessel was seized in Fiji as part of international sanctions enforcement and later became the subject of a high-profile auction and legal dispute, involving claims and counterclaims about ownership tied to global political and economic tensions.
Arriving in St Barths for the New Year’s celebrations, Amadea brought with her not just luxury and scale, but a story that spans oceans and headlines — a testament to how superyachts today are not only vessels of opulence but also actors in the complex theatre of international wealth and geopolitics.
BRAVO EUGENIA — 109m — Oceanco (2018) — Private superyacht
Some yachts impress by their size.
Others by their design.
Very few manage to do both — while also rewriting the rules of modern yachting.
Bravo Eugenia belongs to that very small circle.
Launched in 2018 by the Dutch shipyard Oceanco, Bravo Eugenia stretches an imposing 109 metres and immediately stands apart. Her silhouette, drawn by Nuvolari Lenard, is powerful yet refined, sculpted with long, flowing lines that give her a sense of motion even when standing still at anchor. Her interiors, created by Reymond Langton Design, combine contemporary elegance with warm, understated luxury — the kind that never seeks attention, yet leaves a lasting impression.
But Bravo Eugenia is not just another superyacht.
She is a technological milestone.
Commissioned by an owner known for his obsession with engineering excellence and sustainability, she was designed from the keel up to be one of the most advanced private yachts ever built. Her naval architecture, developed by Lateral Naval Architects, introduced a revolutionary hybrid propulsion concept, dramatically reducing fuel consumption, noise and vibration. The result is a yacht that glides almost silently across the ocean — powerful, efficient, and remarkably smooth.
At sea, Bravo Eugenia feels more like a floating private estate than a vessel. With accommodation for 14 guests and a crew of 30, her vast interior volume of 3,418 GT unfolds across multiple decks of panoramic lounges, dining rooms, terraces and private suites. Every space has been conceived for long-range cruising in absolute comfort — from transoceanic crossings to long stays at anchor in the world’s most exclusive bays.
On New Year’s Eve in St Barths, Bravo Eugenia was one of the undisputed stars of Gustavia’s legendary skyline. Towering above the anchorage, illuminated against the Caribbean night, she embodied everything that makes the island’s winter season so unique: scale, spectacle, discretion and power, all in perfect balance.
More than a yacht, Bravo Eugenia is a statement.
A statement of vision.
A statement of engineering.
A statement of what private yachting can achieve when no compromise is accepted.
BOLD — 85.3m — SilverYachts (2019) — Charter
Some yachts are built to impress.
Others are built to explore.
Bold was built to do both — without ever slowing down.
Delivered in 2019 by SilverYachts in Australia, Bold is one of the most radical and unconventional superyachts ever launched. At 85.3 metres, she does not follow the traditional codes of Mediterranean glamour. Instead, she embodies a new generation of yachts designed for owners and charterers who value speed, autonomy and global adventure as much as luxury.
Her striking military-inspired silhouette, penned by Espen Øino, immediately sets her apart. With her sharp lines, dark hull and purposeful stance, Bold looks more like a high-performance naval vessel than a classic superyacht. And that is precisely the point.
Originally conceived as a long-range explorer capable of operating in the most remote corners of the planet, Bold was built for serious cruising: from the polar regions to the South Pacific, from remote islands to untouched coastlines. Her aluminium hull, shallow draft and powerful propulsion allow her to reach destinations that most yachts can only dream of.
But behind her rugged exterior lies a surprisingly refined interior universe. Designed by Vain Interiors, her spaces are contemporary, warm and elegant, offering a perfect balance between expedition yacht and floating private villa. With accommodation for 12 guests and an exceptional crew, Bold delivers a charter experience that is both adventurous and ultra-comfortable.
What truly defines Bold is her spirit.
She is a yacht for those who want more than just cruising between beach clubs. She is for those who want to cross oceans at speed, drop anchor in unexplored bays, wake up facing glaciers or jungle cliffs — and then return on board to Michelin-level dining, spa treatments and sunset cocktails.
On New Year’s Eve in St Barths, Bold brought a different energy to Gustavia Bay. Among the floating palaces and white-hulled icons, her dark silhouette stood out like a statement: modern, powerful, unapologetically different. A reminder that the future of yachting is not only about size and opulence — but about freedom.
More than a charter yacht, Bold is an invitation to push boundaries.
An invitation to go further.
An invitation to write your own route on the world map.
HBC — 85.7m — Abeking & Rasmussen (2009 / refit 2019 / refit 2024) — Charter
Some yachts are born as statements.
Others become legends through the life they live.
HBC belongs to the second category.
Delivered in 2009 by the renowned German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen, HBC was originally launched under the project name C2. From the very beginning, she was conceived as a true world cruiser — a yacht built not only for glamorous summers in the Mediterranean, but for serious, long-range exploration across every ocean.
With her 85.7-metre steel hull and unmistakable profile, HBC embodies a very German philosophy of yacht building: strength, reliability and engineering excellence, wrapped in a timeless, purposeful design. She was built for owners who value capability as much as comfort — the kind of yacht that can cross oceans with the confidence of a commercial vessel, yet offer the refinement of a private floating residence.
Over the years, HBC has quietly written her own story on the world map.
She has cruised remote archipelagos, crossed oceans, explored high latitudes and tropical seas alike. From polar routes to equatorial waters, she has proven herself as a true expedition yacht — not a seasonal toy, but a vessel designed to travel far, for long periods, in total autonomy.
In 2019, she underwent a major refit that brought her fully into the modern superyacht era, upgrading her interiors, technical systems and guest spaces while preserving her original DNA. Then again in 2024, she returned to the yard for a further extensive refit, ensuring that she remains one of the most capable and up-to-date long-range yachts of her generation.
Inside, HBC offers the atmosphere of a private ocean-going estate. Her vast interior volume unfolds across multiple decks of lounges, dining salons, panoramic observation areas and generous owner and guest suites — all designed for life at sea rather than just life at anchor. Every space is conceived for long voyages, where days blend into weeks, and weeks into unforgettable expeditions.
On New Year’s Eve in St Barths, HBC brought a very different energy to Gustavia Bay. Among the white-hulled Mediterranean icons and floating palaces, her strong explorer silhouette stood as a reminder that true yachting is not only about glamour — it is about freedom.
Freedom to cross oceans.
Freedom to reach the edges of the map.
Freedom to write your own route.
HBC is not a yacht that seeks attention.
She is a yacht that earns respect.
OBSIDIAN — 84.2m — Feadship (2023) — Private yacht
Obsidian is instantly identifiable because of one radical decision: the bow.
When Obsidian emerged from the Feadship sheds in 2023, she didn’t just enter the world — she redefined it. This 84.2-metre superyacht represents a bold step forward in the evolution of luxury yachts, blending cutting-edge propulsion technology with lines that are both purposeful and poetic.
Built by the esteemed Dutch yard Feadship and delivered after rigorous sea trials that reportedly exceeded expectations, Obsidian is not merely an example of craftsmanship — she is a statement of intent about the future of yachting.
Her exterior, conceived by Monk Design in collaboration with RWD, is striking in its balance of modern minimalism and sculptural strength. With a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, her profile moves with fluidity through the water, while expansive glass surfaces and carbon fibre overhangs create seamless transitions between sea, sky and space.
Beneath her striking silhouette lies one of the most advanced marine power systems ever integrated into a superyacht of this size. Obsidian is equipped with a diesel-electric hybrid propulsion platform featuring four Caterpillar engines and a 4.5 MWh battery bank, allowing for remarkably quiet cruising, reduced emissions and improved efficiency. At anchor, the yacht can operate hotel loads on battery power alone for extended periods — a dramatic leap toward sustainable superyachting.
Inside, Obsidian accommodates up to 14 guests across seven exquisitely designed suites, each meticulously appointed with comfort and connection to the sea in mind. A crew of 27 ensures that every journey — from sunrise crossings to sunset cocktails — is executed with precision and grace.
One of her most talked-about features is the Aqua Lounge: a panoramic space with underwater-level windows that allow guests to watch the ocean roll by beneath the hull, a rare experience that blurs the boundary between interior luxury and the mysteries of the deep.
Obsidian’s naval architecture by De Voogt Naval Architects was focused on cruising efficiency rather than top-end speed, resulting in a vessel that optimises range — an impressive 5,500 nautical miles — without sacrificing comfort, performance, or elegance.
On New Year’s Eve in St Barths, Obsidian brought a whisper of tomorrow to the anchorage. Among classic silhouettes and timeless hulls, her sleek form stood as a testament to where luxury yachting is heading — smarter, quieter, more efficient, and undeniably beautiful.
Obsidian doesn’t just carry her guests to destinations — she carries them into the future of the sea.
Elegance, innovation, purpose: a new chapter in the story of superyachts.
EXCELLENCE — 80m — Abeking & Rasmussen (2019) — Charter
Some yachts are born from a dream.
Others are born from a challenge.
Excellence was born from both.
Her story begins in Germany, inside the legendary sheds of Abeking & Rasmussen, a shipyard whose name is synonymous with engineering discipline, reliability and long-range ocean capability. For more than a century, A&R has built some of the most technically accomplished yachts ever launched — vessels designed not just for beauty, but for endurance.
When the owner of Excellence approached the yard, the brief was clear:
to build a yacht that could cross oceans with the confidence of a commercial vessel, while offering the comfort, elegance and lifestyle of a floating private estate.
The project was developed under the name Project 6506 and from the very beginning it was conceived as a true world cruiser — not a seasonal toy for short Mediterranean hops, but a yacht capable of serious global navigation.
Delivered in 2019, Excellence immediately stood apart.
At 80 metres, she sits in a very exclusive category of yachts large enough to offer the scale of a floating resort, yet compact enough to retain the agility of a true explorer. Her steel hull and aluminium superstructure give her the strength required for long transoceanic passages, while her naval architecture — entirely developed in-house by Abeking & Rasmussen — focuses on stability, efficiency and range.
She was designed to cross the Atlantic with ease.
To roam the South Pacific.
To explore remote archipelagos far from traditional yachting routes.
Her exterior and interior were entrusted to Winch Design, whose signature is unmistakable: timeless elegance, architectural balance and a deep understanding of how owners and guests actually live on board.
Rather than chasing fashion, Excellence was designed to age beautifully.
Her profile is strong and purposeful, with long clean lines, vast decks and a commanding bow that speaks of ocean crossings rather than marina posing. Inside, the atmosphere is that of a refined private residence: warm woods, soft leathers, bespoke furniture and carefully curated art pieces create a feeling of calm sophistication.
But Excellence is not just a private yacht.
She was built from day one with charter in mind.
Her layout, guest circulation, service routes and crew logistics were all engineered to deliver a flawless charter experience. Wide corridors, generous staircases, discreet service areas and large storage volumes allow the crew to operate with the precision of a five-star hotel at sea.
She accommodates 12 guests across expansive suites, including a spectacular full-beam owner’s apartment with private lounge and terrace. Her crew of over 20 professionals operate the yacht like a perfectly tuned machine — invisible when you want privacy, omnipresent when you need service.
Over the past years, Excellence has quietly built a reputation as one of the most reliable and capable large charter yachts on the market. She has cruised the Mediterranean, crossed oceans, explored remote destinations and hosted some of the most demanding charter clients in the world.
Owners come and go.
Charter guests change every week.
But Excellence remains constant.
A yacht built not for trends — but for decades.
On New Year’s Eve in St Barths, she anchored among the giants of Gustavia Bay as a symbol of modern yachting at its best: intelligent, purposeful, elegant and uncompromising.
Excellence is not a yacht that shouts.
She does not seek attention.
She earns admiration.
Because true excellence is not about excess.
It is about vision.
It is about engineering.
It is about the freedom to go anywhere — in absolute comfort.
PROJECT X — 87.6m — Golden Yachts (2022) — Charter
Some yachts are born from tradition.
Others are born from disruption.
Project X was built to challenge everything a charter yacht had been before.
Delivered in 2022 by the Greek shipyard Golden Yachts, Project X represents a radical new vision of modern superyachting: ultra-contemporary, technology-driven, lifestyle-oriented and designed for a new generation of owners and charterers who want more than classic luxury — they want experience.
At 87.6 metres, she sits in the rare category of yachts that offer the scale of a floating resort, while retaining the agility and flexibility of a true global cruiser. Her bold, sculptural exterior was penned by Ken Freivokh, whose signature architectural language gives Project X an unmistakable identity: powerful geometry, vast glass surfaces, dramatic overhangs and an aggressive, futuristic stance.
This is not a yacht that tries to blend in.
It was designed to stand apart.
From the very first sketches, the brief was clear: create one of the most forward-thinking charter yachts ever built — a yacht that feels like a private island at sea.
Her steel hull and aluminium superstructure provide the structural strength required for transoceanic cruising, while her naval architecture, developed by Golden Yachts’ in-house engineering team, focuses on stability, efficiency and guest comfort in all sea conditions.
Powered by high-performance diesel engines, Project X offers long-range cruising capability and exceptional seakeeping — whether crossing oceans or anchoring off remote coastlines.
But where Project X truly breaks new ground is in the way she is designed to be lived on.
She is built around lifestyle.
Her layout was conceived as a sequence of interconnected entertainment spaces, flowing seamlessly from bow to stern and from sea level to sun deck. Vast exterior terraces, multiple infinity-style pools, panoramic lounges and open-plan beach club areas create the feeling of a floating private resort rather than a conventional yacht.
Her signature feature is her extraordinary beach club complex — one of the largest ever created on a yacht under 90 metres. Fold-down terraces, sea-level lounges, water-level bars and a full wellness area transform the stern into a private waterfront club, where guests can swim, relax, party or dine directly above the ocean.
Inside, her interiors are the work of Massari Design and are deliberately bold, contemporary and graphic. This is not classical yacht décor — it is architectural, fashion-forward and cinematic. Marble, glass, metal and sculptural lighting create spaces that feel closer to a luxury design hotel or a private art gallery than a traditional superyacht.
She accommodates up to 12 guests in expansive suites, including a spectacular owner’s deck with private lounge, panoramic terrace and forward pool. A highly trained crew of over 25 professionals delivers a charter experience on par with the world’s most exclusive resorts.
Project X was built for those who do not simply want to cruise.
They want to host.
They want to celebrate.
They want to create moments.
On New Year’s Eve in St Barths, Project X was impossible to ignore. Among the timeless silhouettes of classic superyachts, her futuristic profile, glowing terraces and vast open decks made her one of the most photographed yachts in Gustavia Bay. A floating nightclub, a private resort, a statement of modern luxury.
Q — 72.45m — Koninklijke Niestern Sander (2012 / refit 2025) — Charter
Some yachts are designed to shine for a season.
Others are built to last for generations.
Q belongs to the second category.
Launched in 2012 by the historic Dutch shipyard Koninklijke Niestern Sander, Q was conceived as a true ocean-going vessel — a yacht designed for owners who value range, reliability and autonomy as much as comfort and elegance.
Niestern Sander is not a fashionable boutique builder.
It is a shipyard with more than a century of maritime heritage, renowned for constructing commercial and expedition vessels capable of operating in the harshest conditions on the planet. When they build a yacht, they build it like a ship.
And Q is very much a ship at heart.
With an overall length of 72.45 metres, a beam of 14 metres and a substantial volume of 2,301 GT, Q offers the scale of a floating private estate, combined with the structural strength of a long-range explorer. Her steel hull and steel superstructure give her the solidity required for transoceanic passages, while her deep fuel capacity of 367,000 litres allows her to roam far beyond traditional yachting routes.
She was built for serious cruising.
Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, Q is not a speed-driven yacht. Her philosophy is endurance rather than velocity. With a top speed of 13 knots and exceptional fuel efficiency, she is designed to cross oceans smoothly and comfortably, covering immense distances without compromise.
From the very beginning, Q was conceived as a world cruiser — a yacht for owners who wanted to explore the globe, not simply hop between marinas.
Her exterior design was developed by Astilleros de Mallorca, giving her a strong, purposeful profile with long clean lines and a commanding bow that speaks of open seas rather than sheltered harbours. Her silhouette is that of a modern expedition yacht: confident, elegant and unmistakably capable.
Inside, Q reveals a surprisingly refined and elegant universe.
Her interiors were developed by a team of renowned designers including RWD, creating a warm, residential atmosphere that contrasts beautifully with her robust exterior. Rich woods, soft leathers, bespoke furnishings and carefully curated materials create the feeling of a private long-range residence rather than a conventional superyacht.
She accommodates up to 12 guests across expansive suites and welcomes them into generous lounges, panoramic dining areas and observation spaces designed for long days at sea. A professional crew of 18 ensures that life on board runs with the precision of a luxury hotel and the efficiency of a commercial vessel.
Over the years, Q has quietly built a reputation as one of the most reliable and capable charter yachts in her class. She has crossed oceans, cruised remote regions and explored destinations far beyond the reach of most charter yachts — from high latitudes to tropical archipelagos.
In 2025, she underwent a comprehensive refit, bringing her systems, interiors and guest areas fully up to modern superyacht standards while preserving her original DNA: strength, autonomy and long-range capability.
She emerged from refit not as a new yacht — but as a better version of herself.
More modern.
More refined.
More capable than ever.
On New Year’s Eve in St Barths, Q brought a very particular presence to Gustavia Bay. Among the sleek Mediterranean icons and floating palaces, her expedition-style silhouette stood as a reminder that true yachting is not only about glamour — it is about freedom.
ACE — 44.3m — Conrad (2023) — Charter
Some yachts are built to impress from a distance.
Others are built to be lived on.
Ace was designed for life at sea.
Delivered in 2023 by the fast-rising Polish shipyard Conrad Shipyard, Ace represents a new generation of mid-size superyachts: compact yet powerful, elegant yet purposeful, and engineered to offer the experience of a much larger yacht.
At 44.3 metres, she sits in the sweet spot of modern charter yachting — large enough to deliver true superyacht comfort, yet agile enough to access intimate anchorages and shallow bays that bigger yachts can only observe from afar.
Conrad is a shipyard with deep commercial and naval roots, and this DNA is clearly visible in Ace. Her steel hull and aluminium superstructure give her the robustness of an ocean-going vessel, while her naval architecture has been optimised for stability, efficiency and long-range cruising. This is not a yacht built for marina show — she is built to travel.
Her exterior lines, clean and contemporary, reflect a philosophy of functional elegance. Long horizontal windows, wide decks and perfectly balanced proportions give her a timeless profile that will age gracefully over decades rather than seasons.
Inside, Ace reveals a warm, refined and highly liveable interior universe.
Her design is deliberately understated — not ostentatious, not theatrical, but quietly luxurious. Natural woods, soft leathers, textured fabrics and carefully chosen lighting create an atmosphere closer to a private boutique hotel than a conventional yacht.
She accommodates up to 10 guests across five beautifully appointed suites, including a full-beam master cabin with panoramic views. A professional crew delivers discreet, seamless service, turning every charter into a truly effortless experience.
What makes Ace special is not excess — it is balance.
She offers:
- Expansive outdoor dining areas
- A generous sun deck with bar and lounging spaces
- A full beach club with direct sea access
- A complete selection of tenders and water toys
Her layout flows naturally from bow to stern, creating a feeling of space that belies her length.
Built with charter in mind from the earliest design stages, Ace has been engineered for operational efficiency. Crew circulation, service routes and storage volumes have all been optimised to deliver five-star hospitality at sea, week after week.
Since her delivery, Ace has quickly established herself as one of the most sought-after new charter yachts in her category — prized for her reliability, comfort, modern design and exceptional seakeeping.
On New Year’s Eve in St Barths, Ace brought a refreshing modern energy to Gustavia Bay. Among the giants of the anchorage, her sharp silhouette and glowing decks reminded everyone that luxury does not need to be oversized to be extraordinary.
St Barths, the annual capital of the Superyacht World
What happens in Gustavia every New Year’s Eve is not a celebration in the traditional sense. It is a maritime phenomenon.
No other harbour on Earth concentrates, year after year, such a volume of private tonnage, capital and floating infrastructure in a single natural bay. Without invitation. Without organisation. Without promotion.
Only reputation.
What is even more remarkable is that nearly 80% of the yachts present are charter yachts — representing, for one week, the largest concentration of the world’s active charter fleet anywhere on the planet. The majority of the largest charter megayachts worldwide converge here at the same time, turning Gustavia into a temporary global hub of the superyacht charter industry.
For one week, a Caribbean island of 10,000 inhabitants becomes the operational centre of the global superyacht world. Owners, charterers, families, crews, security teams, logistics providers and port authorities operate a fleet whose scale rivals that of a major international port.
This is not accidental.
It is the result of decades of positioning, trust, safety, discretion and maritime know-how.
St Barths is no longer just a destination.
It is a reference.
And New Year’s Eve in Gustavia has become, quite simply, the most powerful annual rendez-vous of private yachting worldwide.
