This is what 30+ knots looks like on Royal Huisman’s Special One

“Special One” is an exceptional Alustar® aluminum motor yacht that represents, without compromise, the pinnacle of custom superyacht engineering and construction. She features six decks of the highest standards of luxury and comfort, combined with technological advancements and a performance to sail at 30+ knots during recent extensive testing and trials on the North Sea. Measuring 52m / 171ft, “Special One” is the world’s largest true sportfish yacht and a unique vessel in many respects. She is tailored to meet the specific brief of her experienced owner, who has a deep passion for sportfishing.

“The individual
aspirations
and challenges
of our motor yacht
milestone projects
were well outside
the comfort zone
of other yards”

World’s largest true sportfish yacht

The naval architecture, exterior and interior design are courtesy of Vripack Yacht Design Studio. Her design is extremely distinctive, with a long bow and high bulwarks sweeping through a clear sheer to a low and uncluttered cockpit aft. The high tower offers outstanding views with a downward angle on the water for specialized fishing. Apart from its practical function, the tower also offers a superb viewing platform for guests, who can follow all the action below.

This sportfish superyacht underscores Royal Huisman’s position at the forefront of the superyacht sector, continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Jan Timmerman, CEO of Royal Huisman, adds: “The delivery of Project 406 is a testament to our commitment to delivering unique and bespoke superyachts. The individual aspirations and challenges of our motor yacht milestone projects were well outside the comfort zone of other yards. This motoryacht project showcases our ability to create custom solutions that perfectly align with our client’s vision. We are excited to see ‘Special One’ embark on her journey and provide unforgettable experiences to her owner: the ultimate expression of personal freedom.”

The full press release can be found here [opens a new tab].

Main specifications of Special One | type: Sport Fish Yacht | length overall: 52m / 171ft | exterior, interior design and naval architecture: Vripack Yacht Design | owner’s representative: Pascarelli Consulting working with Bush & Noble and Hampshire Marine | builder: Royal Huisman | hull & superstructure: Alustar® aluminium. 

Special One will be presented by Royal Huisman at the Monaco Yacht Show 2024

“The delivery of
Project 406
is a testament
to our commitment
to delivering unique
and bespoke
superyachts”

Bespoke motoryachts without compromise
Royal Huisman’s reputation has been largely built on a superlative portfolio of thirty-plus unique and tailor-made, low-profile sailing superyachts, but the legendary passion for perfection, expertise, quality, experience, flexibility and continuous innovation is not limited to these…

The individual aspirations and challenges of both Project 403 and current motoryacht Project 406 were deemed to be outside the comfort zone of some yards, but both owners presented their highly distinctive individual projects to Royal Huisman – where fresh opportunities for creative problem-solving and innovation were enthusiastically welcomed. Curious? Link