Early March 2013 saw Ron Holland visit Auckland University to teach the introduction to the second year Master Yacht Engineering Post Graduate Class. One of the lessons was held while visiting Ron Holland designed sailing yacht Thalia and superyacht Ethereal.
THALIA
Sailing yacht Thalia represents a beautiful 160-foot ketch, boasting graceful lines, inspired by racing yachts of an earlier age. Built by the prestigious Dutch manufacturer Vitters, she features lovely and elegant interiors, designed by Elmar Meuer.
ETHEREAL
Luxury yacht Ethereal is a majestic 190-foot performance ketch, launched by the prominent Dutch shipyard Royal Huisman in 2008. With naval architecture by Ron Holland Design, she features both exterior as well as interior design by Pieter Beeldsnijder.
The classic lines of Ethereal yacht disguise an extraordinary level of technological innovation, concentrated on energy conservation as well as sustainable, autonomous operation. She was nominated in the award category of “Best Sailing Yacht in the 45 meter + size range” for the 2010 World Superyacht Awards.
Below is a choice of the stylish charter yachts with design by Ron Holland.
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