“Illusion” Largest Megayacht Ever Built in China is Launched

Pride Mega Yachts announced this week that the company has sold its nearly 300-foot vessel, “Illusion.”

The buyer and purchase price weren’t mentioned in the company’s announcement. But this is the biggest megayacht ever built in China, a country that the industry is eyeing for its growing population of luxury consumers. China’s wealth is expanding rapidly, but the country has — so far — very few owners of high-end pleasure craft, relative to other rich nations.

“Illusion demonstrates that Pride Mega Yachts can create superior-quality yachts of the highest standards,” the company said in a statement. “This showpiece, one-of-a-kind yacht represents our dedication and continued ambition in pursuing and discovering new ideas in the development of high-end superyachts.”

Pride Mega Yachts used to be called “Pryde,” and before that “Raffles Yacht.” Owned by China International Marine Containers, Pride hopes to join the first rank of the world’s mega-yacht builders.

Illusion’s prow can slice through waves, and there’s a helicopter landing pad, to ferry passengers to and from shore.

Illusion combines the beauty of space with a contemporary, light and modern look. The Ocean Lounge on the lower deck is large. The proximity to the sea allow owner and guests to enjoy the pleasures of maritime life. The tranquil atmosphere of the Spa provides an intimate atmosphere dedicated to the relaxation of body and soul.

The Main Deck Lounge is like something out of a chic boutique hotel. Note the staircase that connects to the upper decks.

Illusion’s interior is designed to suit the tastes of a new generation of modern owners. They value discrete, private luxury and memorable times spent on board. This is emphasized by the vides that draw the main deck Lounge together with the upper deck Lounge. This marks the yacht’s social character and its suitability for informal and formal gatherings.

VIP and Guest Suites were designed to deliver the utmost on modern luxury and relaxation.

On Illusion, maritime life and true luxury are experiences to share with loved ones, friends and family. The two luxurious VIP Suites are exclusively decorated and have an open-space bathroom, creating an authentic loft feeling. The generously sized Guest Suites are equipped with natural stone bathrooms and large storage spaces. In addition to the yacht’s modern outlines the Suites are designed with optimal user-friendliness and convenience in mind.

Spacious, with a private deck and private spa in Owner State Room.

Illusion’s Owner State Room features a private outside deck space, a fully equipped private spa, bathrooms for him and for her, a spacious dressing room and a state-of-the-art private office. The owner’s Spa is entirely aimed at promoting spiritual and physical health, with a carefully designed sauna that inspires calm tranquility.

The Panorama Lounge allows passengers to observe the yacht’s wheel house, from which the vessel is piloted.

The Panorama Lounge offers ample space for relaxation, meeting and discussion and provides access to the sun deck. The rich choice of materials accentuates Illusion’s serene, livable and accommodating atmosphere. At the front, the Wheel House is equipped with state-of–the art Rolls Royce equipment that controls all instruments on board.

SPECIFICATIONS

Overall length 88.8 m

Maximum beam 15.8 m

Gross tonnage 3,600 GRT

Hull material Steel

Superstructure material Aluminum

Delivery date 2015

PROPULSION

Main engines 
Rolls Royce diesel electric propulsion 
2  Azipull Thruster pods

Generators 
Rolls Royce

Stabilizers
Rolls Royce Aquarius 100 Zero speed retractable fins