The British-managed shipyard, which manufactures in Turkey, prides itself on elegant and timeless lines. In fact, the design with a curved cap on the circumferential window strip of the superstructure, strongly bevelled freeboards and deep curved chines certainly has a striking shape. The three vertical panoramic windows per cab are also visually striking. Completely new: passageways and stairs in the superstructure create a direct connection between the flybridge and front cockpit.
The boats are fully designed and prepared for construction, and the customer customises them according to their wishes and the shipyard's suggestions. In addition to options for flooring, furniture and upholstery finishes, which are also possible in standard shipyards, complete interior layouts can be changed and the design of the boat can be varied right down to the shape of the bow. This is easily possible thanks to the aluminium construction, as there are no complex shapes to change.
The customer also has to decide on the drive system. A parallel hybrid system consisting of electric and diesel drive is offered. The combustion engine and electric motor operate the same shaft system. The electric motors supply electricity during sailing operation and serve as a generator. Conventional diesel engines are also available.
Behind Palm Yachts is founder and managing director Chris Jackman from England. The experienced sailor has already worked in many different positions in the water sports industry. Project manager and responsible for construction supervision is Peter Meyer, who previously held positions of responsibility in various project teams for Hanseyachts and Bavaria. The first boats are under construction. Palm Yachts starts with sail cats in sizes 55, 65 and 75 feet and engine types in 60, 70 and 80 feet.
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Fridtjof Gunkel
Deputy Chief Editor YACHT
