Cantiere dell Marche is once again happy to announced the sale of another one of its successful Darwin Class 102′ explorer superyachts. Signing of the new contract confirms the builder’s dominant position, representing approximately 60% of the 80- to 110-foot steel and aluminium explorer yacht market, achieved by the launch of two successful lines: Darwin Class and Nauta Air.

Darwin Class 102′ motor yacht

The new DARWIN CLASS 102 is scheduled for delivery in 2017 and was bought by a European owner, who signed the contract following the successful Cannes Boat Show.

While keeping all the features of the pure Darwin Class style, this 102′ will feature a series of unique customisations, both in regard to function and design. One of the new features is a fully-equipped gym area in order for the owner and the guests to be able to keep up with the daily routines even out at the sea. Careful attention is paid to the layout of the garage, which will be equipped for and designed to hold a variety of water toys and transportation vehicles, as well as host a complete diving centre.

Above: Video of luxury yacht ACALA – a Darwin 102′ by CdM

The already spacious areas were designed and re-proportioned in height, exceeding the already excellent standards that are the norm for all explorer yachts in the Darwin Class. The interior hight allowance was increased to 2,18m (very unique for a 100-foot superyacht) and consequently, all of the doors and windows were revisited to accommodate the new height.

All the technical features and standards that make CdM a leader in this sector have been maintained: 12mm steel hull, cupronickel piping, independent rudders, automatic generator parallel, electric fin stabilisers, as well as wastewater treatment systems for black, grey and bilge waters that have been adapted from the world of work ships and designed to be used 24/7year round.

Interior of the new Darwin 102′ will be designed by PFA & Partners, an Italian design studio, in collaboration with CdM’s project managers and the owner, to create the interior layout. The yacht provide accommodation in four cabins, including one master stateroom, one VIP stateroom and two guest cabins, as well as three crew cabins, in addition to one Captain’s cabin adjacent to the bridge.

The interior decor and style will be characterised by warm and welcoming atmosphere, with the use of walnut wood tones, wallpapers, leathers and other luxury materials used to create an inviting ambience. The theme that brings it all together will be the pairing of classical style and modern touches, especially when it comes to accessories and free standing pieces of furniture that offer a tremendous visual impact in terms of form.

The Owner’s stateroom will receive a particular attention and will spread over the entire beam of the yacht. Here a highly original solution for connecting the sleeping area with the bath and the dressing area has been created.

Vasco Buonpensiere, partner and Director of Sales & Marketing for the shipyard, comments: “We are extremely pleased with this contract: not only because it confirms the success of the Darwin 102’ as a model in which the balance between size and usability are – in our opinion – unparallelled, but above all because we have built a relationship, since the start of the contract negotiation, based on mutual understanding and a great atmosphere among all the parties involved. One cannot help but be happy thinking of building another of our Explorer yachts for such lovely and special people! Our sincere heartfelt thanks, from every level in the company, definitely go to the owners and their team”.

Ennio Cecchini, CEO of CdM, added: “I am proud to be able to personally follow the building of this boat: it is a huge project from every aspect and I am certain that the relationship we have with these clients will make it just amazing. After the successful debut of the Darwin 102’ Acala in Fort Lauderdale, I am truly convinced that this model is indeed unique because, with its 244 GRT and the intelligent layout, it is comparable to vessels measuring 115 feet and more: I think this is precisely the key to the success we are seeing on a worldwide level.”