Project 408 Aquarius II
Aquarius is ‘close to perfect’: her owners simply want a larger yacht – and even more impressive performance. It is a great compliment when owners value the experience of their yacht so highly that the only material change they want is to build a larger version, with exactly the same team.
| Type | Performance Ketch |
|---|---|
| Length overall | 65m / 212ft |
| Interior design | Mark Whiteley Design |
| Naval architects | Dykstra Naval Architects |
| Owners’ project manager | Godfrey Cray |
| Hull and superstructure | Alustar® aluminium |
Aquarius is ‘close to perfect’: her owners simply want a larger yacht – and even more impressive performance. It is a great compliment when owners value the experience of their yacht so highly that the only material change they want is to build a larger version, with exactly the same team.
Yet that is the story behind the decision of the experienced husband and wife owners of the 56m / 186ft world cruising ketch Aquarius to create a stunning new 65m / 212ft ‘big sister’, Aquarius II.
The team (described by an independent commentator as “some of the most experienced and talented brains in the superyacht world”) comprises owners’ project manager Godfrey Cray, Dykstra Naval Architects, interior designer Mark Whiteley and Royal Huisman.
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