Project: Arksen 65

Following the launching of its 85 model, already delivered in two units, Arksen present the project for a smaller 65 as designed by Humphreys for both exterior and naval architecture, with interiors by Design Unlimited.  Like its bigger sister the Arksen 65 has been designed to be able to travel anywhere that her larger sister-ships can, and provide the space and capacity for a couple, family or small group to live and voyage comfortably for extended periods. Due to the limited fixed air draft, the Arksen 65 has the ability to explore Europe’s canals with their low bridges.  The Arksen 65 is to feature an aft deck C-shaped dining and lounging area settee for eight persons, with a raised exterior helm position featuring optional glazing, that not only provides exhilarating views of what's to come but also protects those on the aft deck from the elements.  Once inside the Arksen 65 will offer un-interrupted sight-lines throughout the saloon, with the main deck offering fantastic viewing of the surroundings.  As with the upper deck, the joinery and layout has been designed to create minimal visual clutter and allow a connection to nature throughout the length of the yacht.  Offering three double cabins all with a private bathroom, the lower deck of the Arksen 65 continue the exquisite finishing touches but instead of un-interrupted sight lines it has been designed to feel cozy and encourage relaxation and enable owners and guests to get away from it all.  The interior of the Arksen 65 is about functionality, beauty and sustainability, giving a calming ambience throughout, focusing on light and airy spaces. An environmental approach was at the heart of the design process, with materials selected to enhance the experience onboard, while minimizing damage to the environment where possible. The Arksen 65 is to be powered by twin 165hp hybrid engines with line shaft propulsion, protected with a skeg what will give a cruising speed of nine knots for a range up to 3700 nautical miles.

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New Model: Arksen 85

 

Arken are delighted to announce the official launch of Project Pelagos, the first of its 85ft explorer super yachts. Launching from the Isle of Wight in May, the first Arksen 85 is privately owned and has hit the water for the first time ahead of her sea trials and ultimate handover to the client. The highly awaited Arksen 85 is a remarkably efficient long-range explorer, capable of taking on global adventures thanks to an important range of 6000 nautical miles at seven knots, or equally at home weekend cruising with family and friends. This pocket super yacht of 27 meters in size is first of two Arksen 85 in build, the second unit being called Project Ocean. Project Pelagos has been designed specifically with family life in mind, with an efficient hull design, and three-decks customised to the owners requirements. While the owner is keen to explore further afield with friends, the primary usage is for the family in the Mediterranean. The interior takes a more relaxed seating format on the main deck, providing a large, open-plan family space and preferring the al-fresco dining the warmer climates offer. Replacing the standard snug for a Captain’s cabin allows the vessel to retain the three guest cabins and owners’ suite.

Technical Data:

LOA - 27.3 m (89.5ft)

Beam - 6.9 m

Draft - 1.55 m

Displacement - 82.5 t half load

Fuel Capacity - 18,000 l

Water Capacity - 6,000 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, or eight berths in four cabins, 2 crew in one cabin

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSL9 330hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - fourteen knots max, eleven cruise, seven long range

Range - 6000 nm at seven knots

Hull Shape - semi displacement

Construction - aluminium

Project - Rob Humphreys exterior, Design Unlimited interiors

Certification - CE A

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Project: Arksen 85

Arksen is a new British company focused on building semi-custom and custom explorer and super yachts from twenty to about 28 meters.  Arksen have currently two 85s in build, with a range which offers three models from 65 to this 85.  Beside a lot of Google advertising there seems to be a lot of genuine good effort in Arksen to provide something fresh to the market, with building coming from Wight shipyard a commercial fast ferry builder located in the Isle of Wight, hull design coming from Humphreys, and looks and interior layout coming from Design Unlimited.  The Arksen 85 will offer a three to four double cabins layout, with a main deck choice for a forward owners cabin.  A crew cabin for two is located forward on the lower deck.  Arksen 85 is powered by twin 330hp engines which allow for a top speed of fourteen knots, a fast cruise of twelve, and a nine knots 7000 nautical mile long range cruise.

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