Cruising mega-yacht Nausicaä

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Overview
The 114.20-metre yacht NAUSICAÄ is designed for extended world cruising with structural reinforcement for light-ice operations and dedicated spaces for art display and guest experience.

Design & notable features

• Designer: Marc Newson
• Skydome: glass structure composed of seven panes
• Large integrated dry dock accommodating a 12.5 m sportsfish tender
• Two-level atrium; main deck arranged as an art gallery
• Continuous glass band wrapping the entire upper deck, terminating at the forward observation lounge
• Observation lounge located directly below the bow helipad
• Hull reinforced to Ice Class 1D for light-ice operations

Concept & capability
NAUSICAÄ combines polar-capable structure with interior and exterior arrangements optimised for art presentation, unique guest experiences and versatile tender operations, enabling comfortable operation in both tropical waters and polar seas.

Technical characteristics / specifications

• Length overall: 114.20 m
• Ice class: 1D (hull reinforced for light ice conditions)
• Tender accommodation: integrated dry dock for a 12.5 m sportsfish tender
• Design: Marc Newson
• Main deck use: art gallery with two-level atrium
• Distinctive elements: Skydome (7 panes), continuous upper-deck glass band, observation lounge under bow helipad
• Intended operation: world cruising — tropical and polar seas