Future forward
Exciting times are ahead for Moonen Yachts as they seal the deal on their third 36.3-metre superyacht, breathing new life into this timeless brand.
28 September 2020
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Building on the success of her predecessors, the YN200 incorporates exterior design by Dutch designer René van der Velden, naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design, and interior design and styling by London-based Studio Indigo.
As the new owners stepped in early in the process, there was room for change. At the owner’s request, the YN200 will have an extended sun deck, providing her owners with an extra 2.5 metres of space on board and a beautiful jacuzzi to relax in.
Existing members of the Moonen family, the YN200’s owners have enjoyed their Moonen 84 for the past three years and are well acquainted with the timeless brand.
“There were several compelling reasons to remain with the Moonen family,” said the owner.
“First, Moonen’s reputation for unprecedented engineering and quality of mechanical systems and general construction. The sophistication of the ship’s systems are equivalent to that of a ship twice its size and there is no compromise made on any inch of the ship’s parts or materials, whether that is a simple faucet or a major water filtration system.”
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“More importantly, it’s the Moonen team members whose pride shines through in the manufacturing of their ships. Matthew and Louise Baxter, the new Moonen shipyard owners, are tirelessly committed to continue the enduring legacy of the Moonen brand.
“We see them as our business and family partners in building our world-class ship that will stand the test of time. We are excited about this endeavour and a lifelong relationship with the Baxters and the Moonen family.”
Moonen Yachts was acquired by the Australian couple Matthew and Louise Baxter in mid 2019, who first discovered Moonen Yachts while sailing on Pittwater in Sydney when they came across the Moonen yacht Aurora.
Matthew Baxter said recently, “Our Moonen journey has been the most rewarding experience over the past fourteenth months.”
“Moonen, apart from being an iconic Dutch brand, is staffed by the talent that is not easily found these days. They are all, without exception, artisans from a past world. The leadership team headed by Marianne Hendriks is excellent and capable of taking the company far.”
“As a team, we want to build on the recent successes of the yard by introducing new designs, but remembering the Moonen DNA that made them the brand many discerning clients aspired to own.
“Many of our owners have expressed the desire for Moonen to retain their DNA, and have clearly asked us not to try and make them look like spacecraft that can go to the moon.
“If a client wants a classical Moonen with a modern approach, we can give them just that, but if a client wants to show off this week’s latest fashion, a Moonen is not for them.”
Getting ready for launch
The marriage between the YN200’s hull and superstructure will take place on 9 October 2020, and she will be delivered to her new owners in the USA in November 2021.
In total, the generous interior of the Moonen YN200 will accommodate 12 guests in four staterooms and one owner suite, as well as seven crew in four cabins, including the captain’s cabin located on the bridge deck with direct access to the bridge.
Built from high tensile steel, the YN200 is powered by twin CAT C32 engines, providing her with a high-performing top speed of 16.5 knots, a cruising speed of 14 knots, and a transatlantic range of 4000 nautical miles at 10 knots. She has a maximum beam of 8 metres, a draught of 2.1 metres, and a volume of 334 GT.
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