Leapher Yachts is slowly but surely getting bigger.
The nascent Dutch shipyard, which opened in Tolkamer, the Netherlands only last year, has just added a second model to its lineup. Christened the NAVIX50, the new 161-foot explorer yacht takes design cues from the 198-foot NAVIX60 that debuted in May 2023 but is more compact.
Penned in partnership with Italian studio AB Yacht Design, the newcomer features a steel displacement hull, a lightweight aluminium superstructure, a high bow, and distinctive geometric glazing. Built for transoceanic adventures, the robust, bluewater cruiser has an impressive range of 5,500 nautical miles at 10 knots and offers up to six days of autonomy at sea. The hull can also be ice-class certified for polar expeditions.
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“The NAVIX50 embodies our philosophy of creating vessels that excel in any environment,” Leapher CEO Yiannis Andriotis said in a statement. “From the Drake Passage to the coast of St Tropez, this yacht redefines what’s possible in the sub-500GT category.”
The spacious interior includes six generous cabins, with the option for a seventh cabin or expanded skylounge. The guest cabin on the main deck can also be turned into a gym, wellness area, or an expanded owner’s suite. All guest cabins are equipped with king-size beds, while the owner’s suite is fitted with a plush super king-size bed. The yacht is also home to six crew cabins that can sleep up to 11.
The exterior decks are replete with alfresco dining areas, lounges, and sunbeds. The aft deck is arguably the standout, with two folding terraces, a large, 18-foot pool, a sprawling sunbathing area, a swim platform, and not one but two wet bars. At the opposite end, the foredeck doubles as a garage for two tenders.
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“It [the NAVIX50] offers unparalleled versatility and luxury while maintaining an attractive value proposition for seasoned owners,” added Andriotis.
Leapher operates on a site formerly owned by cruise ship producer De Hoop that closed at the height of the pandemic. The yard is set to deliver the first NAVIX60 later this month. Christened Horizon, the 198-foot explorer will be on display at the Monaco Yacht Show from 25 to 28 September.
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