Feadship has delivered the second yacht in its groundbreaking SL39 modular concept.
Kathleen Anne was christened at Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw in Aalsmeer, The Netherlands, in late October. While the first SL39 Ocean Mercury has a classic Feadship look, Kathleen Anne features a modern exterior from the drawing boards of Guido de Groot and an interior by Bannenberg Design. Her delighted owner, who was closely involved in the project throughout the build, has succeeded in creating the very definition of a family yacht. The SL39 concept is unique in the superyacht sector as each yacht has an entirely original exterior styling above the hull. The infrastructure of the hull, technical systems and equipment are pre-determined, while the design is based on a grid pattern with zones for engineering and accommodation spaces. Taking these details as a platform, clients have complete freedom to choose the design of the living spaces and the layout of the outdoor deck areas.
SL39 mk2 Kathleen Anne has an elegant contemporary exterior style. Her forward bulwark has been drawn high to reflect the overall lines of the boat, while the bow slopes downwards to give a speedy look. Like every SL39, Kathleen Anne is a full displacement world cruiser with a steel hull, aluminum superstructure and a top speed of 14 knots. During the launch ceremony, Henk de Vries expressed his pleasure at again teaming up with Bannenberg. “While our recent partnership on Predator and now Kathleen Anne are making headlines today, it is good to reflect on the rich history that the De Vries and Bannenberg families share. Jon Bannenberg designed various trendsetting Feadships in the 1980s and our fathers’ generation felt privileged to build famous yachts such as My Gail II, Azteca and The Highlander.“
Dickie Bannenberg also spoke of the benefits of working with the experts at De Vries, “where projects always run like clockwork”. He also described the owner as a delight to work for. Captain Jol Nichols praised the experience and enthusiasm of all the different disciplines that had combined to make Kathleen Anne “the ultimate yacht”. The third SL39 is scheduled to be ready towards the end of 2009. Dutch designers Fokkema have created the interior while De Voogt Naval Architects is responsible for the exterior brief.
Technical specifications Builder: Feadship – Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw Type: Twin screw motor yacht, steel hull and aluminum superstructure Length overall: 39.00m 128’0” Beam overall: 9.10m 29’10” Draft (loaded): 2.75m 9’2” Fuel capacity: 40,000 l 10,500 US Gallons Fresh water capacity: 12,000 l 3,200 US Gallons Naval Architect: De Voogt Naval Architects Exterior styling: Guido de Groot Interior design: Bannenberg Design Propulsion Main engines: 2x MTU 12V2000 M70, 788 kW / 1055 bhp @ 2100rpm Propellers: 5 blades, fixed pitch Propeller shaft: Two ‘MP’ oil lubricated propeller shaft installation Reduction gears: Reintjes, 1:5.025 Stabilizers: Quantum non-retractable zero-speed stabilizers Max. speed appr.: 14 knots Range: Transatlantic Classification: Lloyd’s !100 A1, SSC, Yacht, Mono, G6, !LMC, UMS Air conditioning: Heinen & Hopman, one duct marine air-conditioning plant servicing all accommodation spaces Entertainment system: A central state-of-the-art AV system, made up of LINN and Kaleidescape components. All onboard entertainment sources have been integrated into one simple-to-control system for multiple users throughout the yacht. Electric system Generators: 2x Kohler 150 kVA/125 ekW Main electric system: 400/230 VAC/50 Hz Shore connection: 400/230 VAC/50 Hz/1×75 kVA
Accommodation Owner: Stateroom with king size bed, lounge area, study, dressing room and bathroom with shower and bathtub Guests: Four double staterooms, two staterooms of which are convertible into a VIP stateroom Crew: Three double cabins, double captain’s cabin Water sports: Tender in garage, water sports equipment
More information: Feadship Holland Feadship America Francis Vermeer Francois van Well Marketing Manager President Feadship America phone +31 23 524 7000 phone 954 761 1830 info@feadship.nl info@feadshipamerica.com www.feadship.nl