
SUPERYACHT #8 Spring 2006
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Article by Daniele Carnevali
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WERNER YACHT DESIGN A TIMELESS CLASSIC
Europe is a fertile ground for shipbuilding, especially in the
North, in countries such as the Netherlands, which is home to one
of the most important builders of superyachts. An essential factor
to the success of such brands is also the contribution by famous
designers, who draw on their artistic abilities to create an
exclusive and original style for every new project. In the wide
range of ships over 24 metres, a traditional or classic style does
not necessarily entail an anonymous or uninspired design; on the
contrary, if suitably exploited, references to past times can
create a unique appeal.
This is the case of Werner Yacht Design, a Dutch firm which has
carried out several projects for ships from 15 to over 24 metres;
the core of their research is the modern reassessment of stylistic
elements from the past. In the field of yachting, Werner Yacht
Design offers two very interesting, and in some ways innovative,
projects. The first is the 80' "Flying Fortress", a yacht inspired
by the design of the 1930s/early 1940s American Streamline Era.
The result is a yacht with strong sports identifying elements, and
whose design derives directly from that of the American B17
bomber, which at the time was precisely nicknamed "Flying
Fortress". Such references are obvious, and can be observed by
simply looking at its superstructure, with its small sharp windows
and the round deckhouse astern. And we cannot help but to mention
the air conveyors in the engine room, which are perfect replicas
of those in the B17. To realize this project, Werner Yacht Design
has developed two options: one with a structure in composite
material, with mahogany finishings for the hull and a metallic
silver colour for the superstructure; and one with a structure
completely made of aluminium alloy. The second project is about an
expedition yacht of 81', which has been created for adventurous
owners who wish to discover every corner of the world, even if
that entails sailing on internal or shallow waters. For this
purpose, the Dutch shipbuilders have developed a hull which is
able to sail even in extreme conditions, with a majestic bow able
to break the highest waves, and a pilot house with a 360°
view of the sea.
For further information: Werner Yacht Design; Bouwen Loenstraat
13; 135 JC Edam; The Netherlands; tel. +31 (0)299 373813; fax +31
(0)299 373814; website www.werneryachtdesign.com; e-mail info@werneryachtdesign.com.
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