The 101 largest superyachts in the world for 2021 have been revealed – and the list features five enviable new entries.
Produced by Boat International magazine, which describes itself as the ‘global superyacht and luxury lifestyle authority’, the list ranks vessels by overall length.
The magazine says that the new entries on the list showcase a ‘growing trend for hybrid-propulsion systems’ and set ‘new standards for design’, which is not surprising considering one of them boasts interiors by Armani, Chanel and Louis Vuitton store designer Peter Marino and another features the biggest glass panes ever built into a yacht.
The Solaris, pictured at 140m (459ft), is the biggest new entry in 2021. The beauty sleeps 36 people and has eight decks.
At 140m (459ft), $600million (£452million) SolarisThe largest entry of 2021. The 14th-ranked mammoth has eight decks, and can sleep up to 36 people.
Glass was an important part of the yacht’s construction. Over 2,000 sqm (21 527 sq feet) of this material were used in her construction, which included the largest ever panes built into yachts.
Boat International says the glass was used in particular for the main deck pool, where it showcases the beach club below.
Solaris’s panes don’t represent the first yachting innovation. In addition to her eight MTU engines she is fitted with a twin ABB Azipod electric propulsion system with a combined output of 9MW – the largest system of its kind installed in a private yacht.
The second largest new entry to Boat International’s list of the world’s 101 largest yachts is the 115m (377ft) Ahpo.
The second-largest new entry to Boat International’s list of the world’s 101 largest yachts is the 115m (377ft) Ahpo (pictured). Highlights of this ‘family focused’ yacht include a 200-square-metre (2,152-square-foot) owners suite, an 80-square-metre (861-square-foot) gym, and a wellness area with a pool that is filled with water warmed by the wasted heat captured from the generators
Its name translates to Grand Lady and was designed by Nuvolari Leonard.
Highlights of this ‘family focused’ yacht include a 200-square-metre (2,152-square-foot) owners suite, an 80-square-metre (861-square-foot) gym, and a wellness area with a pool that is filled with water warmed by the wasted heat captured from the generators.
Other three entries to the list include the 94.75m, (310ft), BlissThe 94m (308ft) Viva2.89 m (299.5 ft) ZenAll of them were built by Dutch Yard Feadship.
Boat International says that Bliss, which was designed by Studio de Voogt and Remi Tessier, was built with the mantra ‘leave no trace’ in mind.
The new entry Bliss, measuring 94.75m (315ft), is shown. This yacht can be powered solely by electric power or diesel-electric propulsion.
This yacht can also be powered by electric-diesel propulsion.
Bliss also boasts a dynamic positioning system to ensure that she doesn’t damage the seabed when she drops anchor.
Another highlight of this yacht is its spacious swimming pool, and the helideck which converts to a sports and games deck.
This shot shows the new entry Viva, a 94m (or 308ft) yacht that glides across the water. Peter Marino designed the interiors for this magnificent yacht. He is most well-known for designing flagship stores megabrands like Chanel, Armani and Louis Vuitton.
Viva, meanwhile, has a design that Boat International describes as ‘almost architectural’.
Peter Marino has designed the yacht’s interiors. Marino is well-known for his design work at flagship stores like Chanel, Armani, and Louis Vuitton.
Zen, the final new entry to the list of the world’s 101 largest superyachts for 2021, is shrouded in secrecy.
The image shows a glimpse of Project Y712, which will be delivered by 2022. According to reports, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos ordered this vessel measuring 127m (or 416ft). It will soon be the biggest sailing yacht in the entire world.
Project 1010 was pictured. It should be completed in 2022. It measures 118m (or 387ft) long and is expected to be the largest yacht Feadship has built.
We don’t know much about the interiors because all of its stylists have signed a confidentiality agreement.
As large as these new ships are they don’t quite make it into the top five section of the 101 largest superyachts list.
This list includes the 180.61m (590ft), Azzam, 162.5m (53ft), Eclipse, 162m (533ft), Dubai, 162m (531ft), 162m (531ft), 162m (531ft), Dubai, 162m (531ft), 162m (531ft), Dubai, the 156m (511ft), Dilbar, and Al Said, 155m (508ft).
Boat International has completed the 2021 edition and is looking forward to its 2022 edition. This year is expected to be an eminently successful one for yacht building. Not least because it’s when Project Y712They will deliver.
This 127m (416ft), hull will soon be the biggest sailing yacht in the entire world, according to Jeff Bezos (Amazon founder).
Another notable yacht worth noticing is the Lurssen Explorer, which measures 107m. Northern Star IIIJohn Risley was the Canadian billionaire and this is his largest Feadship ever built, measuring 118m (387ft). Project 1010.
Stewart Campbell, editor-in-chief at Boat International Media, said: ‘We’ve seen some truly special superyachts hitting the water this year. The 140-meter Solaris, built by Lloyd Werft in Germany, must be the standout. Marc Newson was involved in the design of this new Explorer Yacht. It sets new standards in terms of design. In 2022, we’re expecting another bumper crop of large yachts to hit the water, including the largest sailing yacht ever built, 127-metre-long Project Y721, currently in build in the Netherlands.’
Boat International’s January issue, available now, features the complete Top 101 list.