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Wind-Assisted 
Global Expedition Yachts

We are leading in the design and construction of wind-assisted vessels utilising an ocean-proven commercial design that has achieved 30-50% fuel savings.

Wind-assisted expedition yacht



The most capable Expedition Yachts and Yacht Support Vessels are based on commercial hulls built by commercial shipyards.
 

wind assisted expedition yacht interior

If your MISSION requires a rugged global expedition yacht, or a versatile multi-mission support vessel, then Xplorer Yachts will spec out the right vessel to meet your needs - either as a conversion or as a new-build.

New Build

Build your Xplorer Yacht at a Commercial Shipyard on a proven platform customized for your mission

Achieve cost savings of 30-50% vs. a yacht yard build.

 

Benefit from a faster construction and delivery.

Conversion

A Global Expedition Yacht
Delivered in Half the Time
at Less than Half the Cost of a New Build

Converting an ocean-proven vessel is a faster
and more economical process than building a new vessel.
Conversion upgrades can include a modern hybrid power system.
Wind-assist sails can be added for 30-50% fuel savings.

Current Xplorer Yachts™ Conversion Projects

Rugged, ocean-proven Global Exedition Yacht

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  1. Typically 67 to 100 meters
    (220 ft - 330 ft)
  2. Range greater than 6,000 nm.​
  3. Endurance in excess of 30-days

  4. Steel Hull

  5. 12-15 knots cruise

  6. Diesel-Electric or Direct Drive

  7. 12-36 Guests

  8. Redundant systems, spares 

  9. Onboard machine shop

  10. Onboard medical clinic

  11. Advanced security​​

  12.  Certified heli ops/hangar

  13. Submersible Ops

280 ft / 85m

280 ft / 85m

Wind-assisted
Ocean-going vessels and Expedition Conversions

VPLP Design

We are leading in the design and construction of
multi-purpose wind-assisted vessels utilizing
an ocean-proven commercial design that has

achieved 30-50% fuel savings.

Get updates on new Expedition Vessel opportunities

We will be in touch!

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