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Sultan Marine

Sultan Marine Inc. has announced the launch of facilities for large yacht building and finishing at its new yard at Tavşan Burun, 30 minutes drive from Bodrum in Turkey. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/127186/image/large-894c4b28a4084013e3c7e2bc0385b37a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126830">The new facility includes build capabilities for superyachts, a 1250 sq m furniture factory, accommodation and mess facilities for 20 workers, reception area, two drawing offices and a board room. Concrete-block roads, on-site security and fencing complete the facility. The furniture factory produces both hard and soft furnishings, with a team of craftsmen working to international standards to deliver interior cabinetry, veneer work, woodwork, soft furnishings, upholstery and window dressing. Cabin interior and designs are mocked up at the factory for viewing by clients prior to installation. Furniture for Sultan Marine’s 50 metre super schooner, Great Nautilus, due for launch 2009, is already well into production. High quality wood veneer finishes bring an impressive style to this authoritative yacht, designed by Evan K. Marshall. Chairman of Sultan Marine, Dr. David Price Williams, comments, “This is an exciting development for Sultan Marine as it gives us immediate capabilities for new build projects as well as tight control over the quality of finish and production time for every element of large yacht construction. We have a superb team in place and are looking forward to welcoming clients to our new facility in Tavşan Burun.” In addition to the 50m superschooner, Sultan Marine Superyachts has also been commissioned, in partnership with sister yard A-Marin, to deliver the first of a semi-production series of 28 metre aluminium-hulled sailing yachts capable of ocean voyaging, an exciting new concept for Kestrel Superyachts, designed by the internationally acclaimed designer Ron Holland. Further projects are currently under negotiation with buyers, private clients and brokers and include the construction of a series of motor yachts under 50 metres and a 42 metre motor yacht. Sultan Marine Superyachts David Price Williams +44 (0)2030 213413 <a href="mailto:david@sultanmarine.com?subject=Sultan%20Marine%20%28SuperYachtTimes.com%29">david@sultanmarine.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.sultanmarine.com">www.sultanmarine.com</a>

Sultan Marine launches new facility

A new 50-metre superyacht, due for launch mid-2009, is revealed for the first time. Great Nautilus, an iconic super-schooner, has been designed and superbly styled by the renowned international designer, Evan K. Marshall. The concept for the striking schooner was created by Sultan Marine Superyachts and she is under construction at one of Sultan Marine’s build facilities at Bodrum. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126830/image/large-d61bb835023102f0e4f1a00388ff83d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126830">Her timeless exterior styling blends the grace of a classic sailing yacht with the presence, luxury and authority of a motor yacht. Due to her hull shape, she features an interior layout comparable to a considerably larger yacht. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126831/image/large-c91c005082c52dd3fbfbf7b70466c221.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126831"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126832/image/large-a2424ef20f9bf73a90f71beb122e9e61.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126832">Evan Marshall is excited by the project: “In a world of yachting populated more and more by power boats, Great Nautilus provides a welcome relief for lovers of the sea who want to hear the wind in the sails and water slapping against a hull, though, of course, her powerful twin engines are always on hand.” “One of the most critical questions in large yacht design is ‘Can we achieve the quality of finish demanded by the international superyacht market?’ Having seen first-hand everything from the hull construction to the lavish wood and marble finishes available at Sultan Marine’s Bodrum facility, I can say confidently, ‘Yes we can!’” <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126833/image/large-5b4850b05f9ef43036b2019c5fc60997.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126833"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126834/image/large-6f3355d95e6ae4fd154c4609174c488c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126834">The main deck master stateroom is more than 35sqm, featuring an owner’s study, his and hers bathrooms and walk-in wardrobes. Below there are three large VIP king staterooms and two large twin guest staterooms, giving a total capacity of 12 guests, who will be looked after by a crew of up to ten. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126835/image/large-f9e04eb714e538c3500b484275d97237.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126835"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126836/image/large-ff5df53eb723a79631d90ac95a778964.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126836">The main salon and dining room have floor-to-ceiling windows and there is a full beam upper deck sky lounge and bar, a sundeck, spa pool and flybridge. The lavish interior design notes include the use of cherry, burl, onyx and marble mosaics. On-board systems are the most technically-advanced available. Her UK Halsey sail plan provides an area of more than 900 sqm and under sail she will achieve more than 12 knots with minimal heel. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/126837/image/large-86475616949e18179b75e5bc1067aa12.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/126837">“Our vision for Great Nautilus was to create a truly unique superyacht”, says Dr. David Price Williams, chairman of Sultan Marine Superyachts. “The styling and design have exceeded all expectations and we are delighted to have had the opportunity to work so closely with Evan Marshall, who has shared our vision.” Sultan Marine Superyachts David Price Williams +44 (0)2030 213413 <a href="mailto:david@sultanmarine.com?subject=Schooner%20Great%20Nautilus%20%28SuperYachtTimes.com%29">david@sultanmarine.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.sultanmarine.com">www.sultanmarine.com</a>