In a significant milestone during the shipyard’s 140^th anniversary year, Royal Huisman has turned the hull of its largest super-sized sailing yacht project ever: the 85m New World Sloop. This 85m/280ft. vessel will be the world’s largest yacht with a single mast.

The highly secretive Project 410 is a co-creation between the owner and his team, Frers Design for the overall concept, exterior design, naval architecture, and Wetzels Brown for the interior design. The design is engineered by Royal Huisman’s in-house team, including expert co-makers. The project was first unveiled at an exclusive event during the St. Barths Bucket Regatta 2022 and has since remained below the radar, with only a few visuals released. The aluminum hull was built at the shipyard in Vollenhove, The Netherlands, required the extension of Hall 2 to accommodate the impressive construction.

The hull turning of Project 410 marks a milestone. Royal Huisman CEO Jan Timmerman says, “Four of the world’s 10 largest sailing yachts are either built by, or are under construction at Royal Huisman: Athena, Sea Eagle, Project 410 ‘85m New World Sloop’ and a second super-sized sailing yacht currently under construction in Vollenhove that will join the top 10 upon delivery.”

Timmerman adds: “Each super-sized yacht exemplifies the advantages of large sailing yachts over motoryachts. These include the thrill of hoisting sails, cutting through waves, and advanced technologies that enhance comfort. Super-sized Royal Huisman sailing yachts can benefit from a green footprint, free wind propulsion and an energy-neutral mode. This mode generates sufficient power for all systems and recharges batteries for silent anchoring. These features were developed by our team before the start of the build of the world’s first hybrid superyacht nearly two decades ago. This is what makes these Royal Huisman super-sized sailing yachts a testimony to the shipyard’s commitment to innovation. They will become the ultimate expression of personal freedom.”

The team achieved a highly anticipated milestone in the creation of Project 410. The impressive 61m/200ft. main part of the aluminum hull was wheeled out of the construction hall of the shipyard in Vollenhove revealing her immense scale and two accommodation levels. Four cranes lifted and turned the hull mid-air over the adjacent canal. The upright hull was placed on a cradle and moved back into Hall 2, her home until completion.

With this significant step completed, the team will now proceed with developing onboard systems, outfitting and more. The bow section, which is currently under construction, will be attached to the main part in a next stage. Concurrently, sister company Rondal is advancing the production of the carbon boom, mast and integrated sailing system.

For more information: royalhuisman.com

Specifications

• LOA: 85m/280ft.
• Overall concept, exterior design, naval architecture: Frers Design
• Interior design: Wetzels Brown
• Rig + Integrated Sailing System: Rondal
• Builder: Royal Huisman