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World Premiere Monaco Yacht Show 2019:
LOTUS
LOTUS, the 88m Dyna-Rig and 70m Companion Vessel, launched and
overwhelmingly positively received at the recent Monaco Yacht Show
2019. LOTUS, the next-generation project from the ThirtyC design studio,
in collaboration with Dykstra Naval Architects and Royal Huisman.
NO COMPROMISE, NO LIMITS
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THE SUPERYACHT EXPERIENCE RE-DEFINED
Discerning superyacht owners are increasingly looking for a more refined experience. For
some, the joys and thrills of cruising under sail may be diminished when a yacht grows above
a certain size. For these owners, a megayacht under sail does not deliver quite the same
personal experience; it can feel less in touch with the elements.
So why build a boat of that size? Because today’s standards of luxury, comfort and services
for guests require a very comprehensive crew and support team. With up to 18 guests, that
can mean a full complement of anything from 40 to 50 people. A hull of 130m or more is
required to accommodate them, lessening the intimacy of the experience for some owners
and guests, who may feel overwhelmed by the scale of the deck spaces and the size of the
crew complement.
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LOTUS: MORE THAN A SOLUTION, A WHOLE NEW WAY OF THINKING
The superyacht experience that owners and their guests increasingly appreciate is
multifaceted. Adventurous world cruising under sail. The excitement of superyacht racing at
legendary regattas such as the St Barth’s Bucket. Day sailing among the world’s most
beautiful archipelagos. Recognising that different groups of family or guests might want to
pursue different itineraries at the same time. Exploration, diving, the ability to explore rias and
fjords, even a simple run ashore.
The answer is LOTUS, one superyacht project with two integrated components: the
magnificent LOTUS 88m | 289ft DynaRig sailing yacht; and her companion vessel the LOTUS
70m | 230ft explorer with a full complement of sea-to-shore transport options and much,
much more.
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LOTUS is not a sailing yacht with a support vessel. LOTUS is a concept whereby two vessels
are designed, built and operated in a totally integrated manner to provide the most
comprehensive range of superyacht experiences and services ever offered to owners and their
guests by the superyacht industry. The result is a wholly new level of personal choice,
freedom and flexibility to enjoy the very best of everything superyachting has to offer –
without compromise or limits.
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TWO MAST DYNA-RIG
LOTUS IS A BOLD AND ORIGINAL BLUEPRINT FOR THE NEXT GENERATION
OF SUPERYACHTS
Her concept is leading edge not only for her rig, styling, technology and performance but also
for the attractive balance of accommodation and facilities available for guests. A far less
intrusive requirement for crew and support team than is normal for a yacht of this size is
made possible by the dual-ship LOTUS package. LOTUS under sail is a true sailor’s experience,
in touch and uncompromised, yet still enriched by the most comprehensive guest services.
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The LOTUS sailing yacht offers her owner speed, precision sailing and reduced complexity in
terms of both rigging and crew. She has the capability to cruise the world in total comfort
and security or to compete in global superyacht regattas. This versatility is derived from the
proven and highly efficient DynaRig configuration which, combined with advanced
technologies used in construction, propulsion and power management, will place her among
the fastest and most technologically advanced sailing yachts in the world.
Drawn with signature ThirtyC style, Lotus is a masterpiece collaboration with iconic yacht
builders Royal Huisman and DynaRig creators Dykstra Naval Architects. With its extensive
open spaces, leisure facilities and superlative accommodation LOTUS offers almost limitless
opportunities for customisation.
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A DESIGN EVOLUTION
With the ship’s toys and other support equipment accommodated on the LOTUS companion
ship, the open deck areas of this Lotus DynaRig sailing yacht with its 14.6m | 48ft beam
provide more than ample space for a bow area pool, spacious flybridge and expansive sun
deck, linking to the multiple dining areas, huge saloon and the vast beach club below.
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TALL SHIPS, TRANSFORMED
The great clipper ships were the cutting edge of sailing technology in their day and it is fitting
that LOTUS’s soaring rig pays tribute to that heritage. But today’s transformation would surely
have been beyond belief to the sailors of that era.
Unlike the clipper ships, where large crews performed tough and dangerous work, the LOTUS
DynaRig provides a safe environment where a small crew can manage and trim the sails
without the encumbrance of lines or winches, and guests can enjoy the deck spaces in total
security. This high-performance sailing system underpins ease of handling, reliability,
efficiency and guaranteed performance. The masts and all the sails rotate by the simple push
of a button, enabling optimum trimming either from the bridge or a remote station.
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PROGRESSIVE, ENVIRONMENTALLY AWARE
LOTUS aims to be one of the most technologically advanced sailing superyachts ever created.
Environmental awareness, alloyed with smart deployment of new technologies, aims to lessen
the environmental impact of both ships’ operations wherever the opportunity arises.
Two examples: the latest solar technology will be integrated into the masts, capturing
sunlight throughout the day; ‘smart’ power generation, storage and management systems
will minimize fuel use and even enable the Lotus DynaRig to sail from her berth without
starting an engine.
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BUILT BY ROYAL HUISMAN
‘Built by Royal Huisman’ doesn’t just mean built to last. It also means built with the finest
finishes, craftsmanship and engineering you could possibly wish to incorporate into any yacht.
With a 135 year history, Royal Huisman is widely regarded as the world’s #1 builder of sailing
superyachts. The yard is now extending its expertise, quality and innovation into the creation
of exceptional motoryachts. The LOTUS duo, the 88m | 289ft sailing yacht and her 70m | 230
ft explorer companion vessel, will be built from Alustar A5 aluminium for lightness, strength
and durability using techniques pioneered by Royal Huisman. These techniques are often
copied, but rarely equalled by other yards.
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Royal Huisman’s long history has
been the platform for today’s
formidable superyacht building
capability, yet the passion for
innovation and for enhanced
perfection will always be the driving
force. The first rate customer
service and after-sales programmes
are as important as the ontime, on-
budget delivery of each and every
flawless yacht. With its base in
Vollenhove, the Netherlands, Royal
Huisman also has a deep water
location in Amsterdam (both
undertaking new-build and refit
work) and a well-established service
hub in Palma.
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DINE IN STYLE - The sunken dining area aft gives full protection from the elements and can
fold away during an evening party.
LIFE’S A BEACH - Enjoy the amenities of the beach club, then escape straight back to your
cabin from the aft deck in complete privacy.
ENTERTAIN AND RELAX - The ultimate entertainment space, adaptable to any scenario, yet
perfectly designed to simply relax and enjoy the views under sail.
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OPEN AIR THEATRE
LOTUS provides the ultimate platform for a unique
state-ofthe- art entertainment system that projects
onto the forward sails to create an immersive
viewing experience for all guests.
Developed from the ground up, this custom system
is built into LOTUS’s superstructure. The projection
area of 15m | 49ft wide by over 9m | 29.5ft in height
combines with a sound system incorporating custom
popup speakers strategically placed to create a true
360° audio experience.
LOTUS’s open air theatre is visible from the entire
top deck, with ample space for friends, family and
guests to sit and relax on the numerous loungers
and sofas or in the bars. Where better to watch the
stars than under the stars?
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TENDER AND TOYS - Hidden under the foredeck is
space for two tenders
A REFRESHING DIP? - Escape to the forward pool for
a morning swim. With a custom canopy, you can
relax afterwards in the sun or shade.
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BEYOND THE FINEST BOUTIQUE HOTEL
Offering the purest of retreats, LOTUS’s interior is beyond the imaginable. The most luxurious
touches abound with the world’s finest A-grade hides, plush, sumptuous carpets, exquisite
upholstery and handcrafted wood veneers. Throughout the ship, guests will find themselves
luxuriously cocooned by such materials, incorporated into impeccably designed and crafted
furnishings and furniture.
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HIDDEN SECRETS, INSPIRED INTERIOR
LOTUS offers a uniquely relaxing environment, striking a perfect balance between intimacy
and spaciousness. The interior layout marries innovation and comfort with custom-developed
finishes designed in collaboration with leading specialists to create a sense of calm and
interest throughout.
The colours, textures, and inherent
structure of these materials, together
with the dramatic and nuanced effects
of indirect and focused lighting,
combine to deliver a stunning interior.
The salon offers its own unique vision
with stunning views not only horizontally
to the sides and aft, but also vertically,
thanks to the beautifully integrated
skylight with framing and special finishes
from leading decorative artists DKT
Artworks.
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ONE AND ONE MAKES THREE
This 70m | 230ft explorer motoryacht is ‘the other half’ of the LOTUS equation but in this case
the two halves add up to much more than one whole. That is because each vessel is designed
to integrate in terms of layout and function with the other to provide the most
comprehensive and flexible range of superyacht experiences to owners and their guests ever.
The LOTUS companion vessel is so much more than a shadow or support ship. Her
accommodation, for both guests and crew, is of the same superlative standard as will be
found on the 88m | 289ft sailing ship. She may act as ‘mother ship’ at a regatta where the
LOTUS DynaRig yacht is competing, or as solo vessel for one group of guests wishing to
explore a remote navigable river whilst others enjoy a day’s sailing. The two will always be in
touch, always focused on optimal logistics and service for owners and guests.
LOTUS - COMPANION VESSEL
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LIFESTYLE AND LOGISTICS, OPERATING IN HARMONY
The functionality of the companion vessel also complements the lifestyle of the sailing yacht,
acting as the operations and accommodation centre for the duo’s crew and hotel service
entourages, together with pilots, doctors, tutors and any guides or other team members
required to enrich the adventures and keep them safe.
The LOTUS companion vessel is designed to house the fullest complement of toys, tenders,
cars, helicopters – even a submarine if wished – to enhance the experience of travelling the
globe.
Aggressively styled, futuristic and clean in design, the LOTUS companion vessel provides a
complementary aesthetic to her sailing partner to act visually, as well as operationally as a
complete package.
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EXPLORE FURTHER THAN EVER BEFORE
The LOTUS duo has been designed to challenge traditional notions of what is possible. This in
turn challenges and encourages the owner to explore new territories, in many new ways.
The LOTUS concept reflects the values of the designers and engineers behind this innovation.
Each vessel is instilled with complementary and powerful design cues, delivering capability
with composure.
The LOTUS truly provides the means for the modern family, their friends and associates, to
make more of their world.
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TOYS AND TENDERS - Huge exterior storage space allow for the transportation of numerous
tenders, jet skis and sailing boat
HELICOPTER HANGAR - Both helipad and heli-hangar with storage, fuelling and maintenance
facilities
GARAGE AND WORKSHOP - Generous covered storage provides space for submarine, extra
tenders and dive station plus workshops for all the toys
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