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  • May 2026
    65m Aquarius Wins at the World Superyacht Awards

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How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”?

Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius.

For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop.

The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions.

Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. 

A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration.

Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman

All photography by Cory Silken
How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”?

Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius.

For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop.

The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions.

Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. 

A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration.

Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman

All photography by Cory Silken
How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”?

Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius.

For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop.

The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions.

Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. 

A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration.

Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman

All photography by Cory Silken
How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”?

Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius.

For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop.

The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions.

Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. 

A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration.

Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman

All photography by Cory Silken
How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”?

Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius.

For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop.

The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions.

Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. 

A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration.

Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman

All photography by Cory Silken
How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”?

Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius.

For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop.

The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions.

Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. 

A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration.

Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman

All photography by Cory Silken
How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”?

Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius.

For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop.

The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions.

Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. 

A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration.

Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman

All photography by Cory Silken
How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”?

Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius.

For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop.

The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions.

Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. 

A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration.

Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman

All photography by Cory Silken
How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”?

Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius.

For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop.

The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions.

Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. 

A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration.

Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman

All photography by Cory Silken
How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”?

Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius.

For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop.

The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions.

Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. 

A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration.

Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman

All photography by Cory Silken
How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”?

Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius.

For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop.

The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions.

Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. 

A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration.

Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman

All photography by Cory Silken
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How do you improve on a yacht the owners already considered “nearly perfect”? Royal Huisman has now revealed the full story of the new 65m Aquarius. For Mark, the project was a rare opportunity to design for the same owners for a second time, building on six years of experience aboard the first Aquarius and a very clear understanding of what they wanted to retain, refine and develop. The interior reinterprets the character of the original for a larger yacht, with Mark describing the result as “light classic contemporary” with hand-painted finishes, swietenia cabinetry, crisp joinery and classic proportions. Just as importantly, it brought much of the original team back together - Royal Huisman, Dykstra Naval Architects, Godfrey Cray and Captain James Turner. A second yacht shaped by a shared understanding of the owners, years of experience and close collaboration. Wonderful to see the full story of Aquarius now being shared by @royalhuisman All photography by Cory Silken
9 hours ago
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A lovely afternoon at the Superyacht Hut Lunch, and a chance to catch up with familiar faces and friends from across the industry.
Next stop, Monaco. See you there!
A lovely afternoon at the Superyacht Hut Lunch, and a chance to catch up with familiar faces and friends from across the industry.
Next stop, Monaco. See you there!
A lovely afternoon at the Superyacht Hut Lunch, and a chance to catch up with familiar faces and friends from across the industry.
Next stop, Monaco. See you there!
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A lovely afternoon at the Superyacht Hut Lunch, and a chance to catch up with familiar faces and friends from across the industry. Next stop, Monaco. See you there!
6 days ago
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It was a delight to be onboard Ouzel during her sail trails with the owners last week. The yacht is looking fantastic , sails beautifully and a real credit to the owners vision, Rockport Marine,Langan Design and MCM Newport. 

#superyacht #sailing #Maine #design #sunshine
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It was a delight to be onboard Ouzel during her sail trails with the owners last week. The yacht is looking fantastic , sails beautifully and a real credit to the owners vision, Rockport Marine,Langan Design and MCM Newport. #superyacht #sailing #Maine #design #sunshine
3 months ago
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Aquarius wins ‘Sailing Yacht of the Year’ at the World Superyacht Awards held in Venice over the weekend. She also won ‘sailing yachts 40m and above’ category. 

The 65m Ketch was built by Royal Huisman and delivered in 2024. 

It has been absolute pleasure being part of the design team alongside @dykstranavalarchitects @royalhuisman and Godfrey Cray as the owners project manager.  Congratulations to all involved. 🥂🥂🥂
Aquarius wins ‘Sailing Yacht of the Year’ at the World Superyacht Awards held in Venice over the weekend. She also won ‘sailing yachts 40m and above’ category. 

The 65m Ketch was built by Royal Huisman and delivered in 2024. 

It has been absolute pleasure being part of the design team alongside @dykstranavalarchitects @royalhuisman and Godfrey Cray as the owners project manager.  Congratulations to all involved. 🥂🥂🥂
Aquarius wins ‘Sailing Yacht of the Year’ at the World Superyacht Awards held in Venice over the weekend. She also won ‘sailing yachts 40m and above’ category. 

The 65m Ketch was built by Royal Huisman and delivered in 2024. 

It has been absolute pleasure being part of the design team alongside @dykstranavalarchitects @royalhuisman and Godfrey Cray as the owners project manager.  Congratulations to all involved. 🥂🥂🥂
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Aquarius wins ‘Sailing Yacht of the Year’ at the World Superyacht Awards held in Venice over the weekend. She also won ‘sailing yachts 40m and above’ category. The 65m Ketch was built by Royal Huisman and delivered in 2024. It has been absolute pleasure being part of the design team alongside @dykstranavalarchitects @royalhuisman and Godfrey Cray as the owners project manager. Congratulations to all involved. 🥂🥂🥂
5 months ago
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83m Feadship - Project Solent rolling out for the first time, on her way to Van Lent on Kaag island for the next stage of her build.  An exciting project to be involved with alongside @malcolmmckeonyachtdesign @occammarine @chriscecilwright @feadship
83m Feadship - Project Solent rolling out for the first time, on her way to Van Lent on Kaag island for the next stage of her build.  An exciting project to be involved with alongside @malcolmmckeonyachtdesign @occammarine @chriscecilwright @feadship
83m Feadship - Project Solent rolling out for the first time, on her way to Van Lent on Kaag island for the next stage of her build.  An exciting project to be involved with alongside @malcolmmckeonyachtdesign @occammarine @chriscecilwright @feadship
83m Feadship - Project Solent rolling out for the first time, on her way to Van Lent on Kaag island for the next stage of her build.  An exciting project to be involved with alongside @malcolmmckeonyachtdesign @occammarine @chriscecilwright @feadship
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83m Feadship - Project Solent rolling out for the first time, on her way to Van Lent on Kaag island for the next stage of her build. An exciting project to be involved with alongside @malcolmmckeonyachtdesign @occammarine @chriscecilwright @feadship
5 months ago
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SY Aquarius wins best naval architecture at the @boatinternational design and innovation awards 2026. Built by Royal Huisman with Naval architects @dykstranavalarchitects and Godfrey cray owners rep. Congratulations team!! 

https://www.royalhuisman.com/en/aquarius-wins-best-naval-architecture-sailing-yachts/
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SY Aquarius wins best naval architecture at the @boatinternational design and innovation awards 2026. Built by Royal Huisman with Naval architects @dykstranavalarchitects and Godfrey cray owners rep. Congratulations team!! https://www.royalhuisman.com/en/aquarius-wins-best-naval-architecture-sailing-yachts/
8 months ago
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