Initially named Radiant I, before launching as Princess Tanya, and subsequently renamed to Lady K II, the 58m luxury charter yacht Lady K II was constructed at Austin & Pickersgill, in Sunderland, England, by the shipyard’s owner. Recognising that there was a gap in production at his shipyard, the Lady K II superyacht was commissioned based on a design by Theoharis Stylianou. The vessel was launched from the Sunderland shipyard in 1961.
58m charter yacht Lady K II at Solent Refit
The core hull is built out of steel and the motor yacht superstructure is made largely of steel. With a width of 8.81 m/28.9 feet motor yacht LADY K II has a strong presence and a great deal of interior space. A deep draught of 3.6m (11.8ft) limits the number of ports she can visit.
Once described as “The most elegant, sophisticated and well equipped motor-yacht to ever grace the Oceans”, Lady K II was built in 1961, and completely rebuilt and refitted in 2005, Lady K II yacht redefined anyone’s idea of luxury, opulence and pure indulgence. With a state-of-the-art interactive entertainment system throughout the boat, complete 24/7 high-speed broadband internet access and brand new water-sports toys, Lady K II offers 18 passengers unparalleled entertainment in a truly sumptuous environment.
Luxury yacht Lady K II docked
One of luxury yacht Lady K II’s most attractive features is the variety of eating areas. For formal dinners, the Main Deck Dining Room provides the perfect setting – the most beautiful French and Italian glassware, crockery, cutlery and linen grace the table, creating a most enjoyable atmosphere, with Baccarat, Limoges, Cristofle and Pratasi just a few of her luxurious brands. The outside banquet table on the Promenade Deck lends itself perfectly to more casual dining. Breakfast and lunch are always enjoyed most with the cool sea breeze floating over the Deck. In the evenings, the Owner’s Private Saloon cannot be matched for its pure opulence and charming character – teak floors, a private bar, wood panelling and a fireplace enable guests to revel in the finer
things in life.
This great classic motorboat has arrived back in the UK after a long period abroad. She was still being chartered in 2005 but fell into disrepair a short time later, stranded in Monaco with no fuel. She was repossessed by a bank and towed to Marseilles where she was mothballed for five years while a new owner was sought.
Lady K II superyacht - dry docked
Regs-for-Ships eventually contacted Allan Foot at Solent Refit, who recognised the potential of the vessel and was able to find the yacht a new owner and broker the sale.
There were many rumours at Marseilles of extensive issues with the boat, including a cracked engine block, damaged pistons, seized sea valves, thin hill plating, and more. However, Solent Refit were sure that the rumours were exaggerated and advised the potential owner that they believed this to be the case. An independent survey confirmed that their initial assessment was absolutely correct.
Motor yacht Lady K II - Deck
After careful consideration, the decision was made to purchase the vessel and return her to her former splendour. The next stage of the operation was the preparation of the ship for sea, so Lady K II yacht was drydocked in Marseilles at great expense.
Allan Foot and his ten-strong engineering team from Solent Refit then went to work. 25 sea valves were cleaned and reinstalled within five days, the engines were reassembled and started with little difficulty, and generators and other equipment were brought back to life. The preparation included careful planning to account for weather on the journey.
Superyacht Lady K II Upper Deck Saloon
A comprehensive set of up-to-date safety equipment was installed throughout the vessel and winches, anchors, and support lifeboats made ready. Regs-for-ships joined the Solent Refit crew for the voyage from Marseilles to Southampton Water. They were invaluable in assisting with the new registration and completion of required documentation.
Superyacht Lady K II slipped lines on September 8th and arrived at Solent Refit’s new deepwater pontoon on the 18th. The voyage went according to plan and the ship behaved well in all the conditions across the Mediterranean and Bay of Biscay.
The only diversion was to assist recovery of several Moroccans, who had set off from the Moroccan coast in a small boat bound for Gibraltar, who had then drifted well out onto the Atlantic. They were recovered and transferred to Spanish authorities off Gibraltar.
Charter yacht Lady K II - Cabin
Technical Specifications of the Lady K II superyacht
Registration
Flag Country: Panama
Home Port: Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France
Class society used: LR (Lloyds Register)
Completed survey under Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA)
Engineering Figures, Range & Speed
Main Engines: twin 840 HP / 618 Kilowatts Sulzer-Busch diesel engines
Top speed: 14 knots
Range: 7000 miles at cruise speed of 11 knots
Fuel tank capacity: 90,000 litres
Water: 50,000
Gensets: 1 Scania 250kva, 1 Valmet 125kva
Accommodation
Max yacht charter guests: 18
Max number of Crew members: 22
Specifications
Launched: 1961
Refitted: 1996, 2005
Length Overall: 57.55 metres / 188.8 feet
Waterline Length: 51.6 metres / 169.3 feet
Maximum Draught: 3.6metres / 11.8feet
Gross Tonnes: 551
Net Tonnes: 295
Displacement: 810 tonnes
Hull / Superstructure Construction Material: steel / steel
Naval Architecture
Built: Austin & Pickersgill
Designers: Yutaka Jujima
Interior Designers: Theoharis Stylianou / Yutaki Jujima
Deck Material: teak
Summary of facilities available at Solent Refit
Dockage for vessels up to 100 metres
1500 ton horizontal boat lift
Direct road access to the dock
Short stay visitor’s berth on outer pontoon
Major superyacht suppliers within a few miles
Ideal for MCA Classification and survey work
Helicopter sited landing area
Local amenities for owners and crew nearby
